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September 9, 2011Gun Owners' Action League. |
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In This Issue.
- 9/11
- The 9/11 Revolver, A Treasure Beyond Compare
- News from the Web
- Action Alert, Please Call! An Act Repealing the Ban on Modern Sporting Arms
- NRA Video News: More on "Fast & Furious"
- Boston City Council Holds
Gun Knife Hearing - MA DFW Has Range Grants Available
- John Kelly Match - Giving Back!
- GOAL BOD Meeting 9/22/11
- Crushing Clays, Sign Ups Open
- GOAL Shoot-B-Q
- GOAL Club Seminar
- Volunteers Needed
- Upcoming Events
- Women on Target
- The GOAL Foundation 2011 Course Schedule
- Important Please Ensure Your Club is GOAL Affiliated
- Advertising Opportunities in Friday News
- Note for Facebook Users
- Note About Forwarding The Friday News
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9/11
| On this 10th Anniversary of 9/11 the GOAL Staff would like to take a moment to reflect on the days events.
We have a heavy heart recollecting that infamous day of attacks, remembering loved ones lost.
Thoughts and prayers to all, and be safe.
Jim, Jon, Angi, Tara, and Mike.
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The 9/11 Revolver, A Treasure Beyond Compare
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News/Editorials and other tidbits from the Web.
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Action Alert: Please call!
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9/9/11 Update, ACTION NEEDED.
GOAL's bill "An Act Repealing the Ban on Modern Sporting Arms" filed by Representative George Peterson has seen some movement. On September 1, 2011 the bill was sent to the Committee on House Rules. This is a normal, but important step that takes place with bills that are "late filed" (after the legislative year has started.) The legislation still does not have an official number and thus will remain under a docket number, House Docket 3995.
The docket will not receive a bill number until it is released by the committee.
GOAL would urge all of our members to please contact the members of House Committee on Rules and ask them to release the docket as a bill as soon as possible.
This legislation is a very crucial step forward in reforming the draconian Massachusetts gun laws that have done nothing to better public safety.
Click here to view the bill and a list of legislators that have signed on to the bill. Please take a moment and send a note thanks to your legislator if they signed on as a co-sponsor.
More info on goal.org
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Fast & Furious Video Update:
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 | | ATF Whistleblower Vince Cefalu on the Latest with Fast and Furious |
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Boston City Council Holds Gun Knife Control Hearing | |
On Thursday, September 08, 2011 the Public Safety Committee of the Boston City Council held a public hearing concerning the potential licensing of businesses that sell knives.
According to the supporters of the proposed license the action is needed as a means to address the ever increasing knife violence in Boston. The knife hearing today was reminiscent of the infamous gun control hearings back in the 90s. One would have sworn they were transported back in time, or perhaps to a parallel universe. To the right were politicians firm in their conviction that action must be taken. To the left were the grieving parents and their genuine heart wrenching stories of lost loved ones. In the middle were public safety officials looking trapped, but offering supportive testimony for the proposal. The only difference between this hearing and the many that took place a decade ago was that the word "guns" was replaced with knives".
Read more on GOAL.org
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| MA DFW Has Range Grants Available | The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (DFW) receives over $2.3 million annually in reimbursement grants pursuant to the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act of 1937 (commonly referred to as the Pittman-Robertson Act.) Monies available for reimbursement are derived from federal excise taxes on sporting arms, ammunition, and equipment paid by licensed hunters and shooters. The act authorizes, allows, and encourages the expenditure of such federal reimbursement grants for wildlife-associated outdoor recreation projects, including hunter education programs, and the construction, operation, and maintenance of public target and shooting ranges.
For more information please click here.
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John Kelly Match - Giving Back!
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GOAL's Director of Education and Training, Jon Green proudly presents Scholastic Steel Challenge State Director and Coach John Gunshenan with a Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm and two Ruger MKIII .22 caliber pistols. The Rugers were purchased with donated match fees from the John Kelly Memorial Practical Shooting Match hosted by Metrowest Tactical IDPA Group this past August.
Photo by Tara McGrath
Pistol shooting fundamentals. At a recent Scholastic Steel Challenge practice held at the Harvard Sportsmen's Club. Cogen is firing a new Ruger MK III pistol donated by Gun Owners' Action League through the financial support of the Metrowest Tactical IDPA Group.
Coaches and athletes take a break during a recent practice at Harvard Sportsmen's Left to Right - Weston Coach Cynthia Wagner, Coach Sukey Forbes, Coach Steve Pusateri, Justin Wagner, Spencer Register, Cabot Bigham, Carly Pusateri, Coach Alex Frumosu, Cogen Register, Dan Pongratz, Coach and State Director John Gunshenan and Will Gunshenan.
Photo by Jon Green
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GOAL Board of Directors Meeting
| The Next GOAL Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for
September 22, 2011 @ 6:00 pm
GOAL office, 37 Pierce St. Northboro MA. 01532
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Crushing Clays Junior Trap Championship
| Signups are now open for Crushing Clays. Always a great event, click pic for more details!
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GOAL Shoot-B-Q Fundraiser
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 Sign ups for the 2011 Shoot-B-Q are now officially open!
To sign up please call Tara at the GOAL office 508-393-5333 x203
Here's the info.
Who: Gun Owners' Action League and Harvard Sportsmen's Club
What: "Shoot-B-Q" a fun NES style gathering of firearms enthusiasts, raising funds and having fun for GOAL! Firearms Food & Fun! The event will feature some fun informal competition, and lots of great food!
When: Sunday September 25, 2011 10:00 am day of sign up/check in 11:00 am the line goes hot after a brief safety briefing
Where: Harvard Sportsmen's Club on the 7/10/25/50 yard line in front of the clubhouse.
Why: Firearms Food & FUN-draising!
Parking: Please do not park at the firing line where the event is being held, there is plenty of parking around the club house and along the access road.
Cost: $25.00 ALL proceeds go to GOAL. Food is additional, all food proceeds will go to HSC Open to GOAL members and their guests only.
Sponsored by: Carlson Comps
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GOAL Club Seminar - December 11, 2011
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 New Date, December 11, 2011!
GOAL will be hosting a Club Seminar at 9am on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at the Royal Plaza Best Western in Marlboro, MA. This seminar is open to all, and will feature workshops and lunch. Workshop topics will include insurance, legal issues, junior programs, elections and more.
This informative and educational day is a great learning opportunity for anyone involved in managing or operating a shooting range or rod & gun club.
Topics and schedule:
- Registration 8:30 am
- Introduction by GOAL Executive Director Jim Wallace 9:00 - 9:30 am
- Jake McGuigan - NSSF 9:30 - 10:30
- Break with refreshments 10:30 - 10:45
- Break Out Groups - Morning Session 10:45 - 11:45 am
- Jon Green - MA Gun Law
- Assistant Minority Leader George Peterson - MA Legislation
- Attorney Ed George - Best Management & Practices/Liability for Clubs
- Buffet Lunch provided by the NSSF 11:45 - 12:30
- Break Out Groups - Afternoon Session 12:30 - 1:30 pm
- Jon Green - Women On Target - Public Outreach Programs
- Jim Wallace - MA Legislation
- John Gunshenan - Scholastic Steel Challenge, TBD - Scholastic Clays Program
- Arlene Pucillo, Charles River Insurance - MA Insurance Requirements 1:45 - 2:30 pm
- Wrap up to end the day with Jim Wallace
We look forward to seeing you there. RSVP, please use the attached form, or call Tara at the GOAL Office 508-393-5333 x 203 or email tara@goal.org
GOAL would like to thank the NRA and the NSSF for their financial support of this seminar.
Cost:
Sponsor and Patron Level Affiliated clubs will be able to send two Club Reps, free of charge.
Associate Level Affiliated clubs will be able to send one Club Rep, free of charge.
Afflilated Level clubs will be charged $25 for each Club Rep that would like to attend.
Any additional Reps will be $25 per person.
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Volunteers Needed! Topsfield Fair
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Once again we are in need of some volunteer help at the world famous Topsfield Fair. As always GOAL will have a booth courtesy of the Essex County League of Sportsmen. This year the fair will be held from 9/30/11 - 10/10/11, open 10 am - 11 pm. GOAL usually sets up 4 hour shifts for volunteers. If you can help us, please call Angi at the GOAL office, 508-393-5333 x206. |
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Women On Target - New Date Added
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The GOAL Foundation presents Women On Target events all over Massachusetts. If you are interested in a great day of fun and education for ladies only please contact us by clicking here!
These events are designed to introduce women ages 16 and beyond to the enjoyment of the shooting sports.
Guests will learn about firearm safety and proper shooting fundamentals in a non-competitive relaxed atmosphere.
Guests will also participate in a seminar on Massachusetts firearms law, and will receive a Massachusetts Basic Firearm Safety certificate allowing them to apply for a Firearms Identification Card or Class "A" or "B" License to Carry Firearms.
You do not need any previous firearms experience to participate in and have a great time at these seminars. Don't miss the fun, sign up today!
Click here to check the schedule New Date Added, October 22, 2011 - Worcester Pistol & Rifle Club.
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The GOAL Foundation 2011 Course Schedule
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New classes added at The GOAL Foundation!
Click here for our 2011 Schedule! email or call Tara @ GOAL for more information on any of the classes offered.
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Important Please Ensure Your Club is GOAL Affiliated!
| Is your club affiliated with GOAL? If you don't know check out our listing of GOAL Affiliated Clubs here, if your club is not on the list please have your club officer contact Tara at the GOAL office.
Click here for more information about the benefits of being an affiliated club.
Also, please note! Some of our clubs have let their affiliation lapse. Please check out our Affiliated Club Listing page to see if your club is listed. If your club is not listed, and you think it should be, please have your club president/manager/GOAL rep contact Tara at the GOAL Office 508-393-5333 x203 or tara@goal.org
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