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GOAL Calls Out Healey For 3D Fear Mongering
Gun owners group blasts 3D weapons ban 

Jim Wallace, executive director of the Gun Owners Action League of Massachusetts, accused Healey of playing politics with gun control.

"She's trying to gin up her political base before the election by spreading fear and misinformation," Wallace said. "All she's done is spread panic and fear."

Wallace said lawful gun owners are allowed to make firearms at home, and Healey is stretching the use of the term "untraceable" to enforce a ban. He said restrictions on 3D firearms won't prevent criminals from getting their hands on illegal weapons.

"A criminal isn’t going to take the time to learn how to use a 3D printer, spend money to acquire the computer and hardware necessary, and start cranking them out when real guns are readily available at a fraction of the cost on the black market," he said.

Fresh lawsuit filed by gun shops over Massachusetts ‘assault weapon’ expansion
This is the third suit filed against the 7/20/16 Enforcement Notice

The lawsuit filed this week argues that the state lawmakers who crafted the current law only allowed a “features test” similar to the now-expired federal assault weapon ban, not a similarity test, which was only added by Healey without legislation or public input.

Although not named as a plaintiff, the lawsuit is supported by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, who has argued the new interpretation by Healey compromised the retailers’ livelihoods without increasing public safety. Larry Keane, the organization’s senior vice president and general counsel, said that Healey and her staff “clearly overreached their statutory authority and decided to legislate from that office without the benefit of any public process and in total disregard of 18 years of Massachusetts firearm law, under which firearm retailers operated.”


Reminder, GOAL's lawsuit vs Healey is continuing. We have filed an appeal against Judge Young's decision and will have more information about it available soon.
Topsfield Fair Volunteers Needed!
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We are still in need of volunteer help at the Topsfield Fair

The fair is scheduled this year from September 28 through October 8, 2018. The Fair is one of GOAL’s greatest opportunities for public outreach throughout the year. Approximately 60,000 people come through the Fair on a given year giving us the ability to educate thousands of adults and children on the great work that GOAL does. 

Once again this year we are seeking articulate volunteers to work the GOAL booth at the Fair. This year there will be two shifts per day. The first shift will be from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The second shift is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM.  Volunteers will be supplied with free admission and parking passes and are welcome to enjoy the Fair prior to, or after their shift.

If you would like to help GOAL reach thousands of fair attendees, please contact Jim Wallace (Executive Director) at  Jim@goal.org and please include the shift and date of your choice and we will try to accommodate your choice. 

You never know what you might see at the Topsfield Fair!
#MACourtFails - "Career Criminals" Continue To Endanger Mass Residents
State Police Nab Violent Fugitive Felon

Lawrence MA. This felon was wanted on a warrant for cocaine trafficking, suspected of multiple shootings, arrested for heroin/cocaine possession and shooting five rounds at a house with kids inside. Link to arrest report


State Police Nab Another Fugitive Felon Drug Dealer

MSP FUGITIVE UNIT, LOCAL OFFICERS ARREST MAN ON FIREARM, DRUG CHARGES AFTER PURSUIT
 
AUGUST 10, 2018—State Troopers assigned to the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, with assistance from Norton Police and Raynham Police detectives, today arrested a fugitive wanted on firearms and drug charges, after pursuing the man by car and on foot. Link to arrest report


Armed "Career Criminal" Arrested On Gun Charges - D.A. Conley Blames Guns

BOSTON, MA— An man the DA said also faces career criminal charges was found guilty of possessing a high-capacity firearm that he handed off to another man just minutes before the second man was also arrested, Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley announced Friday.

He faces a second trial later this month on a charge of being a "Level I Armed Career Criminal," which could open Barbosa to an enhanced sentence based on two prior convictions for assault with a dangerous weapon. Link to arrest report
GOAL Training - Sign Up For A Class Today!
Two special new training opportunities!

Outdoor Range Seminar - September 16 GOAL and the Maynard Rod & Gun Club will be hosting a seminar for outdoor ranges. Subject matter will include State and Federal laws and regulations, sound abatement, range inspections, environmental stewardship, best management practices, construction and outdoor product reviews. Guest speakers include  Erich Thalheimer, INCE Board Certified Acoustical Engineer and  Scott Kranz, a senior project manager with AECOM in Portland, Ore. Scott is also a senior member of the NSSF Range Action Specialist team. This event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To register please contact GOAL Director of Education Jon Green

November 11: GOAL and the Riverside R&G Club in Hudson, MA will be hosting Dr. William Aprill.   Dr. April has been featured on the Personal Defense Network and has lectured throughout the United States. He will be providing his Unthinkable seminar. Unthinkable is, in brief, a tour of the dark side of criminal violence. In one very full day, attendees will undertake a fast-paced and interactive overview of how dangerous aggressors think as they decide whom to victimize, and we’ll review target demeanor and behavior for cues that we appear easily victimized. Hands-on training will introduce robust, effective techniques for disarming an assailant armed with a pistol and the day will finish with an in-depth survey of the best processes and methods to establish a powerful and adaptive defensive mindset. Tuition is $60 (must be a GOAL member to attend). Seminar runs 9AM to 5PM and will include various door prizes. 1 attendee will win a Ruger SR9 compact pistol. Find more info about this seminar and Dr. Aprill here  https://aprillriskconsulting.com/seminars/


GOAL is pleased to offer a new class entitled THE LAW OF SELF-DEFENSE: The Use of Force Event, The Aftermath & The Judicial System. Two Dates Available 11/17/18 and 12/8/18

This full day Law of Self-Defense Course covers The Use of Force, The Aftermath of Use of Force, and The Judicial System. The target audience for this full-day course are gun owners and especially those gun owners who are concealed carriers. The laws relating to self-defense are quite specific and strictly enforced, especially in Massachusetts. Citizens who are concealed carriers do so to protect themselves if attacked. However, armed citizens who do not know the law of self-defense put themselves at great risk with the law, the judicial system and financially if they have to go to their gun. The Law of Self-defense focuses on the use of force law with specific reference to Massachusetts law. Winning the battle with a bad guy is the first part; winning the legal battle is the second part. Don’t be a victim of ignorance of the law. Sign-up for The Law of Self-Defense. (A specific outline is available – e-mail request to Know The Law: Your Innocence Depends On It at  ktlknowthelaw@aol.com .

Course Instructor, John McAdam, Ph.D. is a Certified Instructor Graduate of Attorney Andrew Branca’s Law of Self-Defense Instructor Program. Also, John is a Professor Emeritus from Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY. John’s background in firearms includes completing courses at Sig Sauer Academy in Epping, New Hampshire. Included among those courses are Sig Sauer’s four Progressive Shooting Development Courses. In addition to firearm’s proficiency and safety, John developed a keen interest in the law of self-defense and the legal use of force. That interest motivated John to complete courses specifically focused on the law of self-defense, such as the Use of Force course with Technical Handgun Training (THT) of New York. Following the THT   course, John completed additional courses focused on the law of self-defense with Attorney Andrew Branca of the Law of Self-Defense (LOSD).  

New training schedule for fall 2018 posted on GOAL website: Sign up early, don't miss your chance to get a seat in one of these great classes!

Club Events

  • Brownells NRA Day at North Brookfield 9/15/18 - If you have ever thought about trying your hand at recreational shooting, here is your opportunity! Come join us for a family friendly instructional shooting clinic. You will receive hands on instruction in archery, shotgun, rifle and pistol by the fun, friendly and knowledgeable folks at the North Brookfield Sportsmens Club. Everyone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. No previous experience is necessary; just the desire to learn and have fun. Successful completion of this event meets the requirements for application of a Massachusetts FID card or LTC. All equipment and student texts are included. Lunch and refreshments will be served! The event fee is $55 per person and is limited to 24 people.Please contact Jean Underwood at 508-867-7855 or morgansontrails1@yahoo.com to register
  • Auburn Sportsman’s Club Trap open EVERY TUESDAY at 6:00 PM and EVERY SUNDAY starting at 11am – $13 fee per round.  Open to the Public. Check out our Facebook page for more info on events: https://www.facebook.com/ASC1932
  • Fitchburg Sportsmen's Club, located on 289 Rindge State Road (Route 119), Ashburnham, MA will hold a Beginners Trap Shooting Clinic on Sunday, 19 August from 9:00 AM to Noon,Open to the public. Saturday, September 29th Our Annual Open House - Open to the public, activities for the whole family, will have our Membership Trap Championship Shoot (Late morning prior to meal) Sunday, October 28th, 2nd Annual Turkey Shoot 10.00 AM to 2:00 PM. Open to the public. Prizes of Turkeys or Hams for winners.
  • Lunenburg Sportsmen's Club - Gun Show - One Day Only - Sept. 29, 2018 9:00AM - 3:00PM contact Ruby Shannon 978-827-5217 for more info.
  • Petersham gun club sporting clays course is open EVERY WEDNESDAY all year at 12 noon, and EVERY SUNDAY starting at 10am. we also have Trap open every friday at 6:30 PM.
  • Fall River Rod & Gun Club has ongoing open to the public events - check their calendar for more info!]
  • Norco Sportsman's Club has ongoing open to the public events - check their calendar for more info!]
  • Wrentham Sportsman's Club - shoot schedule - all begin at 1:00 PM - $20 entry fee, check the club website for schedule.
  • Lowell Sportsmen's Club - Trap and Skeet every Sunday at 1pm and Wednesday at 10am; all-ages Archery every Thursday night at 6:30pm; Indoor Range Fun Shoot every Friday at 7pm. Visit http://www.lowellsc.org for more information.
  • The Haverhill Hound Rod and Gun Club has lots of events, shoots and activities - All Leagues and HHRG club events are open to the public: Check out our Public Event Calendar
  • Uxbridge Rod & Gun Club – Sunday Morning Trap - 10:00 AM start time, runs year round, join in for a great time! 560 West St, Uxbridge MA 01569 Art Campbell 512-963-6053
  • High Power Rifle Shooting, at Reading Rifle and Revolver - the ONLY 600 yard range in Massachusetts has a full schedule for both "Across the Course" NRA and CMP matches as well as NRA "Mid-Range Prone" matches, for the 2017 season. You don't need to be a member to participate in the matches.Go to: http://readinghighpower.com/ for complete schedule and match results. If you have questions please contact the High Power Director at, Charlie@trickettwoodworks.com
If your club has an open to the public event you would like to promote, please email the info to  mike@goal.org    
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