Meeting place for Newbies and Mentors -Ontario

drsergen said:
hey im a young working dad thinking of get my firearms license and hunting license, but would like to meet and watch / spend some time with someone while they shoot and handle a gun. I live in the Pickering Oshawa area.
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I'm in the same boat brotha, however I just got my license and can't find a gun club to join, all are booked within the Pickering/Ajax Peripheral. I need to practice my rifle shooting. Any clubs or crown land let me know people, need to gear up for Hunting season. Looking to down my first Doe.
 
CanJam said:
I'm in the same boat brotha, however I just got my license and can't find a gun club to join, all are booked within the Pickering/Ajax Peripheral. I need to practice my rifle shooting. Any clubs or crown land let me know people, need to gear up for Hunting season. Looking to down my first Doe.
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another east ender here too. keep me posted on this as well. pm me
 
DrFunk said:
I too am in a similar position. I'm a new gun owner and I'm looking for a gun club mostly for target rifle shooting. Currently, I'm looking at the Barrie Gun Club, but I'd really rather not have to drive for an hour to get to a range.
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I'm thinking of joining Silverdale next year, about the same distance/time though. I think I've seen there's also an association in Hamilton (The Hamilton Angling and Hunting Association methinks) as well. My reasoning for Silverdale was that they also taught IPSC Black Badge courses there, whereas it appears that the Hamilton assoc. did not.
 
Navrick said:
I'm thinking of joining Silverdale next year, about the same distance/time though. I think I've seen there's also an association in Hamilton (The Hamilton Angling and Hunting Association methinks) as well. My reasoning for Silverdale was that they also taught IPSC Black Badge courses there, whereas it appears that the Hamilton assoc. did not.
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My cousin is a member at HAHA and mentioned they have designated shooting times for certain calibers and whatnot... That would be a big no thanks from me!
 
Hello, new to the boards. Looking to soak up as much info as possible while going through the pal application process. Any useful tips and advice always appreciated. Have a good day.
 
Good morning folks so I finally got " your license is in the mail"!
I just found out it is extremely hard to join a club now holy crap. I am in the east end and am wondering whats out there.
My interests in getting my pal and rpal was for my love of the western era and I would like to start by finding a club first.
My interests are western style lever action and saa colts etc.
I went to silverdale once but was told recently that none of the clubs are taking new members. When I took my courses both of the instructors mentioned Collingwood but I don't know what is there.
Anyway I dont think I am going to buy anything until I find a place (and when I start saving up and the wife allows me lol) so thank you all for your help and kindness!
 
RookieGuy said:
Good morning folks so I finally got " your license is in the mail"!
I just found out it is extremely hard to join a club now holy crap. I am in the east end and am wondering whats out there.
My interests in getting my pal and rpal was for my love of the western era and I would like to start by finding a club first.
My interests are western style lever action and saa colts etc.
I went to silverdale once but was told recently that none of the clubs are taking new members. When I took my courses both of the instructors mentioned Collingwood but I don't know what is there.
Anyway I dont think I am going to buy anything until I find a place (and when I start saving up and the wife allows me lol) so thank you all for your help and kindness!
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You may want to check out SASS affiliated clubs and see which one is close and accepting new members. Try this link: h ttp://osasf.ca/clubs/
 
Busta Capp said:
You may want to check out SASS affiliated clubs and see which one is close and accepting new members. Try this link: h ttp://osasf.ca/clubs/
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Thanks a lot for the link but it seems most clubs are closed to new members but I will keep looking.
I have a question though most clubs say say that you will get the att after you become a member so what does you shoot when you are in your 3 month trial as you wont be able to transport your firearm so how can you even buy one?
This may be a dumb question but its not clear?
Thanks
 
Thanks for the reply CGN I am in Scarborough so if anyone wants to take me to their club I would greatly appreciate it.
The Islington Sportsmen's Club is closest I think but they are not taking new members and I believe you have to be referred by a current member.
I am not sure if there are any clubs in Pickering or Oshawa area and the Barrie club is closed to new members.
I was looking at Silverdale also but they are far out for me.
Thanks!
 
Aright, I'm sorry but this is gonna come off as being completely newb. I'm a bit confused with the whole CFSC/CRFSC & PAL/RPAL. Please tell me if I have this correct, once I complete my CFSC/CRFSC course next week I will then need to to do an additional course to get my PAL/RPAL? I cannot purchase a firearm (either non-restricted or restricted) until I have my PAL/RPAL. I know some of you have rolled your eyes or have your face in your hands thinking 'sweet lord' and for that I apologize, I'm not a complete idiot, I swear but if someone could lay #### out for me it would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers
 
The only courses you need to complete are the CFSC and the CRFSC(if you're going for restricted). After the courses are completed you can submit your application.

Some ranges/clubs/associations have an in-house course that you have to complete before you can participate in their activities/use the range. These courses usually focus on the range and safety procedures of that particular club/association.

Good luck, I just got my PAL and it's definitely worth it :)
 
Anyone have alternate contact info for the National Capital Region Rifle Association? Emailed their membership secretary about getting involved with their service rifle section about 2 weeks ago and haven't received a reply.

Thanks
 
I'm looking for anyone in the Port Perry or Oshawa Club. I know it's not accepting new members this year, but it's open to members bringing a guest =)
Please PM me if your a weekend warrior and wouldn't mind a +1 (I'll be glad to pay any guest fees etc.) Would like to see how the facilites are.

Looking for shotgun 12ga/Rimfire Rifles 22lr/17HMR/9mm pistol range time.
If you're from WilliamsArms that would be even better :)

Thanks in advance,
William
 
Hi, just got my PAL and a mossberg. I'm from the windsor area and am looking for someone to target shoot with. I am also trying to get into water-fowling, so anyone I could tag also with and learn the ropes would be great. I'm 20, live on my own with my girlfriend and work 5 days a week. very nose to the ground. Thanks.
 
Good Evening,

Recently purchased a Tikka T3 .243 - looking to find someone in the Toronto/Markham region who wouldnt mind showing a 'newbie' the ropes.

In my mid 30's, just looking to get into the sport - would appreciate any help/guidance that can be offered, and if someone is willing to let me tag along to their club one saturday/sunday, that would be icing on the cake!

Cheers
 
I was invited to the Peterborough fish and game club and when I got there the club was closed.
Seems like a lot of people are asking for help and not much answers. Why would they do that when I got the mail to go there from the club secretary?
Basically it seems like shooting clubs do not want new members. Why make us spend our hard earned money to pay for courses and licensing and more courses etc etc and then new people are not welcome?
 
kennytaker said:
I'm looking for anyone in the Port Perry or Oshawa Club. I know it's not accepting new members this year, but it's open to members bringing a guest =)
Please PM me if your a weekend warrior and wouldn't mind a +1 (I'll be glad to pay any guest fees etc.) Would like to see how the facilites are.

Looking for shotgun 12ga/Rimfire Rifles 22lr/17HMR/9mm pistol range time.
If you're from WilliamsArms that would be even better :)

Thanks in advance,
William
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The Oshawa club is closed to new members even though I went with my good friend and mentor who has been a member for 50 years.
They told me face to face that they are waiting for the old members to die off before the newer generation will even have a chance of joining there.
 
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