THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING, REMEMBER THE DATE: THURSDAY MAY 4TH, 7:30 PM, AT THE CLUB HOUSE, LINCOLN PARK ROAD, IN DERBY TOWNSHIP.

Steve Brunke of Real Pro Fishing Tackle Supplies, Hepworth will be our guest speaker for the May General Meeting. Steve will give demonstrations on lure making and using powder paints to finish jigs and lures. 

Lorne Fletcher of Fletcher Sports will be doing light maintenance and lubrication on members fishing reels, free of charge, at the May General Meeting.

Plan to attend.
 

NEW MEMBERS!

The S.S.A. welcomes the following new members:

Roland Gore adult

Brock White Junior

John Metherel Adult

Doug Sim Adult 

Richard Cragg Adult

Pete Jones Adult

Jonathon Caldron Adult

Ben Kuchta Adult

Rob Abell Junior

Patrick Hagen Family

Daniel Laxton Family

Ted Benton Adult

WORK NIGHTS!!!!

Work nights will be Wednesday of each week. The first work night will be May 3rd. 

The Executive is looking for a member to take on the important job of Property Chairperson. This person would co-ordinate and schedule the necessary work needed to maintain our club property. Any member interested in this position or wishing any additional information should contact President Richard Manley at 376 4669 or at the General Meeting.

SPECIAL NOTE!

Please note that all bookings for the use of the Club House most be made through Audrey Smart, so as to avoid any conflicts of dates. Audrey can be reached at 376 3346.

G.T.A.A. Derby:

Any anglers following the derby can check daily results on our club webpage. Please pass the word. I get a FAX nightly. 

http://www.bmts.com/~ssa/fishtips.htm

Grant Ferris

Attention: Firearms Owners

As of January 1, 2001, you will not be able to:

1. own a firearm

2. carry a firearm

3. borrow a firearm

4. purchase ammunition

5. obtain an authorization to transport unless You have received your firearms licence or still have a valid F A C.

You will require a "possession only" licence if you just want to keep the firearms that you presently have (not purchase any more).

You will require a "possession and acquisition" licence if you plan to purchase additional firearms.

Firearms licence applications are available by calling

1-800-731-4000.

Remember you must be in possession of a licence no later than January 1, 2001.

-courtesy of Bill C-68

WILDLIFE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
 

We are certainly busy at this time of year.

Planting for wildlife is on-going at the Clubhouse property, the Walker property and the Long Swamp.

There is information that there maybe be a considerably different and easier way to obtain a Firearms Possession and Acquisition licence. we are supposed to be getting details in May.

There is controversy going on over a proposed white cedar cut in the Johnson's Harbour deer yard. We know that our deer are here because of timber cutting. We also know that the wrong kind of cutting (large clear cuts) can be very detrimental. We are attending meetings to stay informed and to have input into cutting policy/control.

Things are very quiet regarding the Indian Commercial Fishery. In reality, there is a great deal going on. It is expected that decisions regarding this fishery will be announced in the near future, decisions that will have a direct influence on our local open water sports fishery.

The Club is participating in the Rankin Resources Group's organizing and operation of future management. Right now, Lorne Smith and Lloyd Jackson are heavily involved in planning to preserve the major bat colony at Issac Lake.

And all this while the turkey season opens and the fish are in the Bay. As I say, a busy time of the year.

Blake Smith, Chairperson

Wildlife Advisory Committee

2000 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

Name

Phone

Address

City 

Postal Code 

RATES (Circle one)

1 Adult - $70.00 with OFAH membership and magazine

2 Spouse - $20.00

3 Senior Citizen(60+) $55.00 with OFAH membership and magazine

4 Junior - $15.00 ( up to 12 years of age) without magazine

5 Student - $20.00 (13 to 16 years of age or in full-time attendance at a school, college or university) without magazine

6 SSA Family - $90.00 (adult, spouse, all children 18 and under or in full-time attendance at a school, college or university) with magazine

7 An OFAH membership which includes the Ontario Out of Doors is available for Juniors and Students at an additional cost of $8.00

PLEASE FORWARD

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

FOR A FRIEND

Yes __ NO__
 

Make cheque or money payable to :

Sydenham Sportsmen's Association

P.O. Box 264

Owen Sound, ON N4K 5P3
 

Property keys are now available at General Meetings at a cost of $2.00. See John Ford, Membership Chairperson

FISH ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SALMON SPECTACULAR: AUGUST 25TH TO SEPTEMBER 3RD

MEDIA DAY: THURSDAY AUGUST 10TH

WORKERS DAY: DATE TO BE DETERMINED

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES:

BEEF BAR B QUE : SATURDAY JULY 8TH

CORN ROAST: DATE TO BE DETERMINED

Please note that the Sporting Clays and Trap Schedule is located in the Shooting Sports page on the web site.

ARCHERY COMMITTEE

OPEN 3D ARCHERY SHOOT: SUNDAY APRIL 30TH

TRADITIONAL WEEKEND: MAY 20TH AND 21ST, TRADITIONAL EQUIPMENT ONLY

HAND GUN SHOOTING:

Official handgun shooting starts May 7, 2000, all scores recorded on official shooting days (Sunday and Tuesday May to Oct.) should be entered in the range record book, they will apply as proof of participation and for the Club Trophies.

Each member and their guest shall sign in on the members record sheet, the guest shall sign and record their name. The member is responsible to make the guest aware of the range rules before shooting (Read the rules to your guest) as you will be responsible for their actions.
 

Just a reminder that the SSA requires each member to take part in a minimum of two official shooting times per year to qualify to be listed on the approved Chief Firearms Officer records. The list is submitted in January, if you have not met the requirements your name will not be submitted and your ATT may be revoked by the CFO.

Official targets have arrived and will be available in the green box. Please note the price change per target and that there are two types available. Note that for the SSA trophy shoots, use the SMALLER 20 YARD SLOW FIRE TARGET.

Please note that SSA members that belonged to another Club and have their ATT through that club are allowed to shot at the SSA handgun range only while an official range officer is on duty. If you hold an ATT for another Club you require a SSA certification and provide a copy of your ATT before using the SSA handgun range without a official range officer. Please contact John Galbraith @ 369 6276 or come to the meeting May 9/00.

Dates to Remember:

May 7, 2000 First Official Handgun shooting day for the 2000 season.

May 9, 2000 7:30 pm at the Club house All Handgun members are invited to a open form to review our Handgun program for 2000. Bring your suggestions and questions.

Also those requiring the SSA Handgun Safety course are invited to sign up for the 2000 course at the meeting and take part in the review.

May 23, 2000 at 6:00 pm week night shooting will start, a range officer will be available to record your official scores. Stewart Wallace will be available to assist anyone in marksmanship shooting.

Have a Safe and happy summer and enjoy your Club and Sport.

Make Firearms Safety a part of your enjoyment.

John Galbraith, Chairperson

Handgun Committee