LCSA News & Upcoming Events

News:

2025 Membership Dues:

If you did not send payment for your 2025 dues by now, your membership key card has been turned off for all access points. If you want to continue having access to LCSA, you will be subject to submitting an application for membership, pay the $125.00 membership fee, plus the $100.00 initiation fee.

After January 31, 2025, all membership payments must be paid in person on Sundays from 9:00AM - 3:00PM, online payments are no longer accepted.

Spring Apparel Store:

LCSA 2025 Spring Apparel Store is now OPEN!

Check out the 2025 Spring Apparel that is now available. There are ALOT of great items... Don't take our word for it...You should check it out for yourself!

The online store will close on March 27, 2025

To start shopping, CLICK HERE!

All order will be completed and shipped to you by April 16, 2025.

NSCA Registered Shoots:

We will be hosting a few registered shoots this spring.

March 8, 2025: Daylight Save 100

April 6, 2025: Don't Be Fooled 100 & 50 Super Sporting

The Sporting Clays course will be closed for set up: March 7, 2025 & April 5, 2025.

Sporting Clays course will have limited access day of the shoots.

More information under "Events"

Indoor .22 Rifle Shoots:

March is the last month for the Indoor .22 Rifle Shoots. The .22 Rifle Shoots are made up of 5 shooting events. Members and Non-members are welcome to join in on the fun. More information below under "Events".

Coming 2025 - Cowboy Action Shooting:

Starting in March, Cowboy Action Shooting matches are scheduled monthly. Cowboy Action Shooting is a multi-faceted shooting sport in which contestants compete with firearms typical of those used in the Old West: Single Action Revolvers, pistol caliber lever action rifles, and old-time shotguns. Similar to other shooting sports involving props and steel targets, contestants are timed in staged scenarios using all four firearms in designated orders and patterns against the steel targets. It’s a safe, fun and family friendly competitive sport that’s both thrilling and skill driven.

-Match dates are added to the club calendar

-Matches are scheduled for Saturdays

-First match is scheduled for March 22, 2025

-Fee: $15

IDPA S.O. Training:

When: April 5, 2025

Where: Indoor Range

The Indoor Range will be closed during the training.

Sporting Clays League ~ Spring:

The club is planning to run a sporting clay league this spring, similar to the league we ran last fall, tentatively set for early April, to run ten weeks. If you’re interested in participating, please reply to: lcsaclaysleague@gmail.com. Be sure to include your name and whether you’d prefer a weekend or weekday time. If there’s enough interest, we may run both. The league will be open to all current club members. More info on league rules, etc. will come later. For now, let us know if you’re interested. We hope to see you on the course this spring!

Tentative Start Schedule:

Saturdays @ 2PM- Starting April 12, 2025

Mondays @ 11AM- Starting April 14, 2025

*The league will continue shooting every Saturday and Monday for 10 weeks.

April Orientation Rescheduled- April 15, 2025:

April's Orientations for Skeet/Trap, Indoor Pistol Range, and 5-Stand was originally scheduled for Sunday, April 20, 2025, which is Easter Sunday. Therefore, we will be holding the Orientations in addition to the membership meeting on April 15, 2025. Sign in will start at 6:00PM and the meeting will start at 7:00PM.

Easter Sunday Hours- April 20, 2025:

The clubhouse counter will be closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025, due to the Easter holiday. Normal hours (9:00AM - 3:00PM) will resume Sunday, April 27, 2025.

SASP PA State Match:

LCSA is holding the PA State Match for SASP (Scholastic Action Shooting Program). The Upper Pistol Bays will be closed for Setup: May 23. The Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range will be closed for matches: May 24 & 25.

2025 Rust Belt Regional Championship:

The Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range will be closed for the Rust Belt Regional Championship. Setup will be 5/27-5/30. Matches will be held 5/31 - 6/1. More information under 'Events'.

Falling Steel World Series:

The Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range will be closed June 6-8 for the 2025 Falling Steel World Series. More information to come.

Youth Shooting Sports at LCSA:

Lawrence County Young Guns: Is a youth clays target team that provides athletes the opportunity to learn and compete in shotgun shooting sports. Athletes have the opportunity to learn Skeet, Trap and Sporting Clays. They compete against athletes of the same age at the local, state and national level. For more information check out their website: www.lcyoungguns.com.

Lawrence County Young Guns Range Racers: Is a SASP youth speed steel target team that provides athletes with the opportunity to learn and compete with rimfire rifles and pistols, as well as pistols, revolvers and PCCs. Athletes will gain quick target acquisition and speed shooting skills, but most importantly gun safety and proper gun handling. The team competes at local, state, regional and national level. For more information contact Wade Shaner, Head Coach: 412-605-9697 or trepwade@gmail.com.

Indoor Range Safe Area:

The Indoor Range will be closed and used as a safe area during all scheduled matches held at the Upper Pistol Bays.

This includes the following Upcoming Matches:

• Monthly IDPA Matches
• Monthly USPSA Matches
• Monthly Steel Challenge Matches
• Monthly Cowboy Action Shoots
• PA State SASP Match 5/24 - 5/25
• Rust Belt Regional Championship 5/31 - 6/1
• Falling Steel World Series 6/6 - 6/8

Buy, Sell, Trade Posting Rules:

For any member looking to utilizing the board, please adhere by the following rules.

1.Items for sale may only be posted by club members.

2.Write the date on the item(s) to be posted. Any items posted without dates will be removed immediately, regardless of how long it has been hanging on the board.

3.For Sale items will be removed 30 days after posting. Please post again if the item(s) are not sold or you would like them posted again.

4.Wanted items will be removed 60 days after posting. Please post again if still wanted.

Ammo for Sale:

We have 12-gauge shotgun shells for sale. They are available on Sundays only from

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

Club Reminders:

Rifle Range Guest Policy: 

Rifle Range Guests, who are shooting, are permitted on Sundays ONLY from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Members may bring 2 guests at a time per day. Guests need to be registered at the clubhouse counter before proceeding down to the range. The first 2 guests per year per member are $10 each. Subsequent guests after the initial 2 of the year are $25 per guest per day. Any member violating the guest policy is subject to loss of membership privileges.

Junior Members becoming an Adult Member: 

The month a Junior Member turns 18 years old, and wishes to continue their membership, they are eligible to become an Adult Members. They will need to complete/submit an application and attend a 'New Member Meeting'. The $100 initiation fee is waived, however there will be the fees for the Membership and key card. * Please add a note on the completed application that they are transferring from a Junior Member to an Adult Member.

Steel Target Approval:

Reminder: All outside steel targets need to be pre-approved by the Board of Directors prior to usage on club property. Targets can be approved on meeting nights, third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Please have all targets set up on the front covered porch by 6:45 PM, prior to the start of the meeting.

Upcoming Events:

*For more future events check out the Club's Event Calendar HERE

March General Membership Meeting:

Scheduled for Tuesday, March 18, 2025 @ 7:00 PM

*Sign in starts at 6:00 PM at the clubhouse counter

Board of Directors meeting held after the Membership Meeting.

Skeet, Trap, 5-Stand & Indoor Pistol Range Orientation:

March Orientation will be held on March 23, 2025 @ 10:00 AM

*Sign in starts at 9:30 AM at the clubhouse counter.

• Please note the date change for the April Orientation. It will now be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in addition to the membership meeting. Sign in starts at 6:00PM, meeting starts at 7:00PM.

NSCA Registered Shoots:

We will be hosting some NSCA Registered Shoots this summer. The Sporting Clays course will be closed for set up the day prior the shoot.

NSCA Shoots:

March 8, 2025: Daylight Save 100

April 6, 2025: Don't Be Fooled 100 & 50 Super Sporting

Sign-ups: Pre-Register on Score Chaser by Clicking Here! and finding the shoots listed above or Register in the clubhouse on day of the shoot.

SASP PA State Match:

Setup: May 23, 2025

Matches: May 24-25, 2025

Where: Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range

These areas will be closed during the matches.

Rust Belt Regional Championship:

Setup: May 27-30, 2025

Matches: May 31, 2025 - June 1, 2025

Where: Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range

This is a Tier 3 Match. There will be 11 stages with an approximate round count of 180.

There will be one low light stage indoors so plan accordingly.

Firearms will be checked for IDPA compliance and ammunition will be chronographed for power factor.

Divisions: SSP, ESP, CDP, CCP, PCC, BUG, REV & CO

Classes: DM, MA, EX, SS, MM & NV

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPENDIX CARRY (AIWB) IS PERMITTED AT THIS MATCH.

Staff will shoot on Saturday, 5/31. There will be a limited number of spaces available on 5/31 for paid participants.

All other shooters will compete on Sunday, June 1.

Lunch will be provided after the match at the time of awards.

For more information or to Register on Practiscore, CLICK HERE!

Falling Steel World Series:

When: June 6-8, 2025

Where: Upper Pistol Bays and Indoor Range

More information to come.

Hosanna Industries 21st Annual Sporting Clays Fundraiser:

Open to LCSA Members & Non-Members

Join us for our 21st Annual Sporting Clays Benefit Event to raise money for local families in need of critical home repairs.

When: Saturday, April 26, 2025

Cost: $90/ Shooter (Includes Targets, Lunch and Prizes)

Teams of 4 Individuals - 12-gauge guns

Fliers can be found inside the LCSA clubhouse.

Times:

8:00AM - 8:45AM: Registration/Check-In, 50/50 & Gun Raffle*

9:00AM - 12:30PM: Shoot, Lunch, Prizes, and Awards

*Gun Raffle: TriStar TT-15 Sporting 12 GA, 30"

Registration deadline: Friday, April 11, 2025

To register, CLICK HERE!

Sponsorship Opportunities are available.

For more information contact Becky Hetzer: 724-770-0262 or rjhetzer@gmail.com, mailing address: Hosanna Industries, P.O. Box 719, Gibsonia, PA 15044

Howard Hanna's "Clays for Kids" Shoot:

Open to LCSA Members & Non-Members

Howard Hanna is raising money for Children's Hospital Free Care Fund.

When: Saturday, May 3, 2025

Registration: 8:00AM

Start Time: 9:00AM

Cost: $125/Participant

Four Person Teams (20 Team Field Maximum)

• You must provide own Shotgun
• 100+ rounds of ammo (7 1/2 to 9 shot only)

Raffles, Drawings, 50/50 and MORE!

Fliers available inside the clubhouse.

Contact: Sam Angelucci: 724-624-0080

c/o Howard Hanna, 1401 W. Main Street, Grove City, PA 16127

*All monies raised will benefit the UPMC Children's Hospital Free Care Fund.

1st Annual American Cancer Society: Clays for a Cure:

Open to LCSA Members & Non-Members

Join us for the 1st Annual American Cancer Society (Relay for Life Beaver County) Sporting Clays event! This event will be an exciting time for some friendly shooting along with supporting a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned pro or trying it out for the first time, you're welcome to join the fun!

"Rain or Shine"

When: Saturday, May 17, 2025

Registration: 8:30AM

Start Time: 9:15AM

Registration: $125- Individual, $500- Teams of 4 Shooters

Sign up as a team of four or let us match you with new friends.

Registration Includes:

• Coffee/Donuts
• Lunch
• 100 Clays
• Golf Cart

Extras: 50/50, Basket Raffle, and More!

Hearing and Eye protection are a MUST!

Bring your own shotgun and shells!

Please direct questions or sponsorship inquiries to Nick: njkirow0260@gmail.com or Sherri: carlnsherri@comcast.net

Indoor .22 Rifle Shoot:

When: Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

Time: 7:00PM

Where: LCSA Indoor Range

Last .22 Indoor shoot is March 31, 2025

- Members and non-members are welcome to participate

- Bring your own ammo

- Any safe .22 lr rifle is permitted

- Hearing and eye protection is required for all shooters

- No limitations on scopes, trigger pull, barrel size or stocks

TENATIVE SHOOT PROGRAM:

All shooting will be done from the 50-foot firing line. Targets will be furnished by the club. Fee is $10 for the evening. $5 of the fee will be returned to the shooters. For safety, the firing line will be called, and all shooters must obey loading and firing commands. Hearing and eye protection are required.

Event #1- Aspirin shoot:

For the first 20 minutes, or so, we will shoot standard aspirin tablets. For the next 20 minutes, or so, we will shoot baby aspirin tablets. Each shooter will place a quarter (quarters are in addition to the $10 evening fee) in the quarter board number that corresponds to their shooting lane. All quarters per relay will be divided among those shooters who hit their aspirin. If no one hits, the quarters for that relay roll over to the next relay, and so on, until at least one aspirin is hit. One shot per shooter in each relay.

Event #2- Dartboard Target:

Each shooter will be given a dartboard target at the beginning of the evening. Shooters shall write their name on their target prior to shooting. Each shooter will shoot 5 shots at their dartboard target when their relay is called to the line. $1 per shooter in each relay will be returned to the shooter with the highest score for that relay. Any shots “cutting” a line will be scored to the higher value.

Event #3- Poker Target:

Each shooter will be given a target consisting of 52 poker deck playing cards. Shooters shall write their name on their target prior to shooting. Each shooter will shoot 5 shots at their poker target when their relay is called to the line. $1 per shooter in each relay will be returned to the shooter with the best poker hand for that relay. Only one shot per individual poker card will be scored for that card. Any shot cutting two cards will be scored for the higher card.

Event #4- Bullseye Targets:

Each shooter will be given a target consisting of 5 bullseye targets, numbered 0-4. Shooters shall write their name on their target prior to shooting. Each shooter will shoot one shot at each of the five bullseye targets. When all shooting is complete for this event, a numbered ball will be drawn. Balls are numbered 0-4. The bullseye target corresponding to the drawn ball number is the target that will be scored. High score for each relay will receive $1 per shooter on that relay.

Event #5- High/Low Blind Target shoot:

Each shooter will be given a “blind” target at the beginning of the evening. Shooters shall write their name on each target prior to shooting. Shooters may not open their target until after shooting. Each shooter will shoot 3 shots at their “blind” target. $2 from every shooter for this event will be placed in the prize pool. After shooting, each target will be scored, and the high and low scores will split the total prize money. Any shots “cutting” a line will be scored to the higher value. All three shots must hit the target; any shooter failing to hit the target 3 times will have their target disqualified.

Archery:

The LCSA Omega Twang Gang is currently taking a break.

The 3D Bowman Trail is open for members and non-members to practice. Also, the archery area near the Archery Tower is open for members only. All targets are field tip only. There is a broadhead block located at the Archery Tower.

Sporting Clays Events:

( March - April - May - June - July - August - September )

March:

~March 8: "Daylight Save 100" NSCA Registered Sporting Clays Shoot

April:

~April 6: "Don't Be Fooled 100" & "50 Super Sporting" NSCA Registered Sporting Clays Shoot

April 18 @ 9AM - 1PM: Good Friday Sporting Clays Shoot

~April 19 @ 8AM - 2PM: Narrow Path Scholarship Organization Sporting Clays Fundraiser

~April 26 @ 8AM - 2PM: Hosanna Industries Sporting Clays Fundraiser

April 27 @ 11AM - 3PM: Western PA CUP Shoot for SCTP Teams from Western PA

May:

May 1 @ 9AM 2PM: American Fencing Society Sporting Clays Shoot

~May 3 @ 8AM - 1PM: HH Free Care Fund Sporting Clays Fundraiser

~May 17 @ 8AM - 2PM: American Cancer Society Sporting Clays Fundraiser Shoot

May 30 @ 12PM - 7PM: Great Trails Council Sporting Clays Fundraiser

June:

No Scheduled Shoots

July:

~July 19 @ 7AM - 2PM: American Woodcocks Society Shoot

August:

~Aug. 16 @ 8AM - 2PM: PFSC Sporting Clays Fundraiser

September:

No Scheduled Shoots

~ These shoots are open to LCSA Members and the public.

*All scheduled Sporting Clays Events will be on the Sporting Clays Course, and Golf carts will not be available outside of the event until after the shoot, unless noted otherwise.

**Scheduled events can change at any time. To see updates check out the LCSA Event Calendar.

Varmint Shoots ~ 2025 Dates:

When/Where: 7:00 AM at the Rifle Range

Registration Fee: $12

2024 scores can be found by Clicking Here!

1–300-yard shoots:

April 19

May 3

July 5

September 6

2–400-yard shoots:

June 7

August 2

October 12

3–500-yard shoots:

May 18

June 22

July 20

August 17

September 21

Bullseye League:

NRA 50-foot pistol targets will be used for slow, time, and rapid fire controlled by the range officer.

Any member wishing to learn how to shoot Bullseye or increase their skill at shooting Bullseye are welcome to shoot with the group. We have a mix of Guy and Gal shooters.

If you are a beginner or seasoned bullseye (precision pistol) target shooter and would like to join the group, please email Dewey Minteer at dukefm@zoominternet.net or call 724-758-5102 and leave a message.

The rules can be read by Clicking Here!

When: Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26

Time: 6:00 PM

Where: LCSA Indoor Pistol Range

IDPA Matches:

1st Sunday of the month.

Set up will be the morning of the match.

When: March 2, 2025

Sunday- Set up and Shoot

Sign-in: 9:00 AM

Start: 10:00 AM

Volunteers for set up and breakdown are greatly appreciated.

To register, visit Practiscore

USPSA Matches:

Resuming in March 2025

Monthly Matches held at LCSA

When: March 7-8, 2025

Friday - Set Up

Saturday - Shoot

Sign-up begins at 8:00 AM

First shots at 9:00 AM

2nd Gun start around 12 PM.

$20 for first gun, $10 for second

To register, visit Practiscore

Steel Challenge:

When: March 14-15, 2025

Friday - Set Up

Saturday- Shoot

Sign-in: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Safety Talk: 10:45 AM

Shooting begins at 11:00 AM

Fees: $20 for first gun; $10 each additional gun; ALL Junior guns $5 each.

For more information or to register, visit Practiscore

Cowboy Action Shooting:

Starting in March!

When: March 21-22, 2025

Friday: Set up

Saturday: Shoot

Sign-in: 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM

Safety Talk: 9:45 AM

Shooting begins at 10:00 AM.

Fees: $15

*For more information on IDPA, USPSA & Steel Challenge Click Here!