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EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

President:

Terry Abbott

Vice President:

Jeff Kelly

Secretary:

Bruce Bilton

Treasurer:

Ed Roberts

Executive Officer :

John Brakeman

Chief Instructor:

Debbie Keehart

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Range Manager:

Bill Lagusis

Assistant Range Manager:

Thom Schuett

Administrative Assistants:

Cheryl Mauler

Alisha DeCou

Financial Manager:

Chris Watkins

Historians:

Bob Shell

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Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club, Inc.

3960 N. Usery Pass Road

Mesa, Arizona 85207-9702

Phone: 480-984-3724

480-984-9610

Fax: 480-986-1592

E-MAIL

[email protected]

WEB

www.rsscaz.com

Andy Cowen, Webmaster

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The range is closed on New Years

Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiv-

ing Day, and Christmas Day each

year.

The Ricochet

FALL 2017

BIO’s For January 2018

Election

PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT

SECRETARY TREASURER

EXECUTIVE OFFICER CHIEF INSTRUCTOR

Executive Board

Elections Coming

up in January…

YOUR VOTE

COUNTS!!!

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Presidents’ Column

It’s hard to believe but the time has come to start preparing for 2018 elections. In this issue of the Ricochet you will see the bios for members who have decided to step up and serve our club. All members need to do their part by voting. Even if an office is uncontested it is still im-portant to vote. Our bylaws require a certain percentage of the membership to vote for the election to be official. The best way for us to maintain a great club is for every member to stay involved and informed. Please VOTE! It matters!

After serving four years as a Division Director and ten years on the Executive Board I have decided to step away from the Board for a while. I will not be running for office this year and plan on participating in more of the great competitive events offered at Rio. Over the last ten years we have accomplished great things at RSSC. We have completed several large projects that have improved our facility and enhanced the quality of the events hosted by all Divisions. We have im-proved our operating standards and worked hard to hire and train a first rate staff to handle daily operations. All of the things that were accomplished are the result of hard work by many people. The Board of Directors, Staff and many of our members have contributed their time and expertise to making our club the great place it is today. I want to thank all members of the past and present Boards, our terrific staff, and the many volunteer members who supported and assisted me during my tenure as your President. I am very proud of what we have accomplished together. I especially want to thank my wife Marge for her encouragement, support and understanding during the many hours I spent at the club. I have every confidence that RSSC will continue to be a great club far into the future. See you on the Range.

Terry Abbott [email protected]

Chief Instructor An Introduction to Basic Handgun Safety & General Firearm Safety December 9, 2017 8:00am – 12:00pm Learn how to: Safely handle a pistol. Basic parts and function of semi auto vs a revolver. The most efficient stance, grip, sight alignment and trigger control Range rules and etiquette Apply what you've learned during the live fire portion with friendly and accomplished Range

Officers by your side. Ages 16 and up. Minors must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian. Cost is $20 and includes instruction, guns and ammo. Students may bring their own handguns but must then supply their own factory ammo only please. All firearms must be left in the vehicle UNLOADED until directed by the instructor to bring them to the firing line. Sign up information to follow. Debbie Keehart Chief Instructor

OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, DECEMBER 2017



Welcome to Cowboy Fast Draw with the Rio Salado Vaquero’s !

WOW I was just told that is a STAMPEED comin this away and it is comin mighty fast. So they said to get them there fingers movin and write fast and short (Like the way we DRAW our shootin irons) so here goes. Short and sweet. The Vaquero’s want to THANK all of you who have come out and shot with us or just came out and watched (you should’a shot). We hope to see more new faces, so we all can have some fun together!! Well I want to tell’ya we have had some new and good folks come and join us for some fun and to see how fast they can be with a six gun. Not only did they have a HOOTIN AND HOLLIN TIME some of them are pretty darn fast for just start’in!!! We have had some hiding in bushes and a look’in around and over some shoulders wander’in what’s going on. Well don’t just watch just wonder on up to one of them Gents, Ladies or Juniors (they are well informed) and if any one of them don’t know they will sure as heck point you to someone who does for sure. Also don’t worry just because they are pack’in iron and look a little tough they just might have been in the saddle to long they will be very glad to help you in any way they can it is the COWBOY WAY !!! HOPE TO SEE SOON (BRING A FRIEND EVERYONE IS WELCOME) !!! Those who have a twitchy hand and fingers and is ich’in to give it a try, well we have guns, holsters and wax bullets that you can use. The only thing left is YOU !!! So get on your pony and ride on down here, bring a partner or more it’s OK were wait’in on ya. The Club Shoots are held on the Second Sat. at 8:00am of each month (DURING JUNE, JULY AND AUG.) we start sign up’s at 7:00am and start shooting right after sign up’s are done until about 2:00pm or before. We also have a Wed. evening practice on the 4th Wed. of the month, starting about 5pm and when your bullets are gone or your arm says hold it is when we quit or 9pm which comes first. NOW FOR BOTH THESE SHOOTS CHECK the Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club Calendar to make sure nothing has changed due to another activity. Wed. practice is the best time to come out and get one on one help. To learn more about the sport of Cowboy Fast Draw, you can visit the CFDA web site online at www.cowboyfastdraw.com . You’ll find wagon-loads of info about the sport from rules, events and instructions. You can also visit the Rio Salado Vaquero’s Web site at www.riosaladovaqueros.com . If you need more you can e-mail Bart Carr aka Muletrain at [email protected] . Be sure to check out Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club at www.rsscaz.com. We’ll that’s all for now so see you down the trail and keep those shoot’in irons in reach. “The Draw” aka Francis Carlos. The one important thing to remember is what our Motto Says: SAFTEY FIRST, FUN SECOND AND COMPETITION THIRD !!! ESPECIALLY SAFTEY FIRST.

Francis Carlos Cowboy Fast Draw


http://www.cowboyfastdraw.com

http://www.riosaladovaqueros.com




Arizona Junior High Power

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28

The Junior High Power Team shoot AR style A2 and A4 rifles 200, 300, 500 and 600 yards against bullseye targets. The team is opened to Arizona Juniors aged 14 through 19. The team has equipment to get Juniors started in High Power competi-tion. The team is hosting a free recruiting event at Ben Avery Shooting Facility on Satur-day, October 28. Pre-registration is required. Visit the team's website at http://www.arizonajuniorhp.com/ You may contact the team at [email protected].

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29

The High Power Division is holding their semiannual Introduction to High Power Shooting AND M1 Clinic on Sunday, October 29. The all day event includes classroom instruction and coached live fire at 200 yards on the covered firing line on the High Power Range. Cost is $35 for adults and $20 for Juniors 14 to 18 years of age. The use of High Power equipment is included. Use of a club M1 or AR rifle requires the purchase of am-mo from the HP Division. Pre-registration is required. Visit http://www.riosaladohp.com/clinic.htm for more information. Myles Gorin Arizona Junior HP


Board Meeting Third Wednesday of

Every Month You are welcome to attend.

Got a Question, a Change of Address or other Membership Info?

Our Email address is: [email protected]

http://www.arizonajuniorhp.com/

http://www.arizonajuniorhp.com/


http://www.riosaladohp.com/clinic.htm

http://www.riosaladohp.com/clinic.htm



COME HAVE A BLAST WITH US! Meet new friends while learning the fundamentals of shotgun shooting!

RIO SALADO TARGET TERMINATORS SCTP ENROLLMENT

Doors open at 6:00 pm Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club, 3960 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ We hold our training sessions on the 1st and 3rd Friday nights from October thru April! Included with your enrollment fee: Instruction from NRA Certified Coaches Safety Class (Mandatory for all athletes each year) Use of SCTP Club Shotgun (12, 20, 28, .410) at SCTP practice & events (Please DO NOT buy a gun to join our program, use ours first) (Note: NO “Exposed Hammer” shotguns allowed in SCTP) “DryFire” laser simulation target practice

Up to 100 targets and ammo each month (does not carry over to next month)

Safety Glasses (or your Rx glasses are acceptable) Foam disposable ear plugs Pouch & Hat (first time sign-up only) Reduced fees on extra practice rounds for “under 18” athletes at Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club Eligible Athletes Grade: 5 – 12 College: Full time (12 credit hours) and under age 25 There are Opportunities to compete in various events throughout the state! Sign up on practice nights at RSTT Conex For more information please inquire at E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.targetterminatorsaz.com or Jeff Schultz Head Coach 480-710-6036


From the Historians Pen Strange 11 MM Rounds

A. J. Reeb who made guns many years ago in Germany made the gun I used for this round. It is a well-made piece though there is no engraving that is found on some. Typical of the day the hammers are hard to cock and the triggers have a heavy pull. I did a chamber cast and determined that it is a 11 X 60 Mauser round but 3/8” was cut off of the neck. I made a test round and it fired perfectly so I trimmed a bunch of cases for working up a load & the owner wants to hunt with it. It has provisions for a claw mount so when he has one custom made he can use a scope if desired. Since it shoots an 11-mm bullet big game at moderate ranges is a viable option. The rifling is good so I expect some good working accuracy from it. Naturally, we want to shoot this gun. The customer doesn’t want black powder which brings up another challenge. Is it safe to shoot with light loads of smokeless? Through various ways, I determined that it was. Since I have worked with similar guns and calibers in the past, I felt on safe ground working up a couple of loads. The two powders that I used are familiar to me as I have used both of them on many occasions in old guns. The quality is evident and the action is tight. In addition, there is enough metal around the chamber to give me confidence in the strength of the action. I have worked with a couple of 11 X 60 Mausers 1, was a double rifle that is quite old. Since this cartridge has a shorter neck, I reduced the powder charge by a few grains from the Mauser loads. The process is called extrapolation and should be attempted by very experienced reloaders only. I am happy with these loads as they give plenty of velocity without straining the old gun. These loads would be very adequate for deer and black bear at woods ranges. Once a scope is mounted, it will make a nice addition to any hunting rifle collection. The iron sights are not that good as they are small and hard to pick up. A little research from a German friend has probably come up with the proper name for this cartridge. It is an 11,03x50R Scheibengewehr an obscure round from the 19’th century. The picture closely resembles the fired cases I have.

By the way, the shotgun barrels are 16 gauge and we made some black powder loads using 1 oz # 6 shot. They shot well and the owner uses it for breaking clays with good success.

Bob Shell Historian


LOAD 31 X 5744

37 X IMR 4198 27 X 5744

33 X IMR 4198

COMMENT

very consistent ok

very consistent ok

VELOCITY

1615 1698 1388 1517

BULLET

300 grain cast 300 grain cast 370 grain cast 370 grain cast


Those Who Have Left the Range We Will Miss You

Karen Bogan 2016

Hilton Roberts

2017


January 13, 2018 ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING

At Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club

Outdoor Education & Training Center

at 3:00pm

More details at a later date.

BIOS For PRESIDENT

Sue Little

My name is Sue Little and I am running for the office of President of Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club for 2018. After having spent a couple years away from a Board position and having fulfilled an obliga-tion I had during those two years, I am ready to again volunteer my time and energy to support a club that has given me so much enjoyment—competing, meet-ing and working with new and interesting people. Since joining RSSC in 2003, I’ve been active with the .22 Pistol Division as Director for 7 years and continue as a match director; was Board Secretary for

one year before being asked if I would consider the Presidency—fulfilling that office for 2015; and I was Chairperson for the Scholarship Committee for 6 years. Along the way I felt it was important to become a better shooter and continue to get training: Range Of-ficer certification (2005 with a Multigun Endorsement 2010) volunteering for several ma-jor matches; Certified Range Officer (2017); certified NRA Instructor for basic pistol (2016); and as President I initiated and helped facilitate the “Annual Desert Flower La-dies’ Day at the Range” in coordination with HerHandgun. Positive changes have been made at our range and with the facilities we have, and I want to be a part of that team instrumental in making continued positive changes. I would like to draw from the unique skills and talents of our membership—encouraging more people to volunteer. I would appreciate your support in the upcoming election.

Thank you, Sue Little


CANDIDATES FOR EXECUTIVE BOARD 2018 - 2019

BIOS For VICE PRESIDENT

Jeff Kelley

My name is Jeff Kelly and I am currently the Vice President at Rio Salado Sportsman's Club and wish to continue supporting the Range in the office of Vice President. I am a Arizona Native, and started shooting at Rio Salado in the NRA safety course as a junior. I have been a member of RSSC for 20 years and currently am the Belt Fed Match director in the Full Au-to Division. I participate in many of the shooting divisions at RSSC including 3 gun, Pistol, sporting clays, high pow-er, 22 pistol and Full Auto. My board involvement has been assisting the new multi purpose building, and moving the division financials to an all digital and audible accounting system. My day job has been

with Honeywell Aerospace for 26 years working on Military and Commercial Propulsion systems. For 2018 I will focus on a plan to expand the range facilities for Pistol/Rifle bays. I would appreciate your consideration for the privilege to continue to serve RSSC.

BIOS For SECRETARY

Bruce Bilton

During 2017, I have enjoyed serving as a member

of the Executive Board in the position of Secretary dur-

ing the last 2 years. I have spent 40 years working in real

estate accounting and finance, semi-retiring a couple of

years ago. I have been a member of the club since 2009,

shooting primarily in the Practacal Pistol division and

have enjoyed shooting sporting clays over the last year.

My belief is that Rio Salado Sportsman's club is

the best shooting facility in Arizona. We work for the

members with the goal of making everyone's shooting ex-

periences SAFE, rewarding and enjoyable.



BIOS For TREASURER

Ed Roberts

I am currently Vice President and previously have served as Treasurer for more than 8 years. I have also been a coach with the Junior Division for more than 10 years. It would be my pleasure to continue and welcome your vote. Thank you, Ed Roberts

BIOS For EXECUTIVE OFFICER

John Brakeman

As an NRA Life Member who has 20 years experience planning, procuring and con-structing commercial and public facilities, I be-lieve that I have the background to be an effec-tive Executive Officer for the Rio Salado Sports-man’s Club Board of Directors. I’ve volunteered at NRA EVC events, am a member of the NRA 2nd Amendment Task Force and actively lobby for better firearm rights protection locally and nationally. I’ve always been a strong advocate of

the duty for all citizens to actively learn and train with firearms. RSSC has been a part of my family for years and I hope to be able to give back to the organization by serving on the Board in 2018. I’d be honored to be able to work as Executive Officer for RSSC Executive Board in 2018 implementing the new five year plan and additional range improvements. Please accept this letter as my submittal as candidate for 2018 Executive Officer. Kind regards, John Brakeman



BIOS For CHIEF INSTRUCTOR

Debbie Keehart

This will be my final year to complete my term as Chief In-structor. The picture I’ve chosen to promote my candidacy is the last picture taken with my coach, mentor and friend, Roy. He passed away earlier this year. This last season as Chief In-structor will be a bittersweet one for me. I truly want to give it my all this year and dedicate my love for the shooting sports to Roy. He opened up a wonderful world to me. It’s now my job to carry on his legacy by sharing his knowledge, (now my knowledge,) to others. If elected one more time, I promise to share firearm safety, and education to as many people as I can. And continue to offer classes to those just starting out. Let’s continue to make Rio a great and safe range for all of us.

Very Sincerely, Debbie Keehart,




PROCEDURES FOR JANUARY 2018 ELECTION OF CLUB OFFICERS

1. Proxies will not be used in this election. 2. Voting will be by mail, as well as ballots put in the Ballot Boxes located at the Main Range and the Activity Center. Ballots and copies of Candidate Bi-ographies may be obtained from the Main Range or Activity Center, or down-loaded from the Rio Salado Sportsman's Club website. Ballots and Candidate Biographies will be sent in the Ricochet to those who do not have E-Mail. There will be NO nominations from the floor on Election Day, January 13, 2018. Write-in candidates will be accepted on the ballots. Only ballots of members with a valid membership as of the election will be counted. 3. All members must mail their votes to the Club by January 3rd. A locked Ballot Box will be placed only at the Main Range and the Activity Center by November 1, 2017. The Range Manager will be responsible for the Ballot Boxes, but will not have a key to the locks. The Range Manager will brief the Range staff on election procedures and accepting ballots. 4. A Ballot Box will also be available at the range for members to deposit their ballots no later than 2 P.M. of Election Day. 5. Members who join or renew at the range on or before Saturday, January 13, 2018, will be given a ballot. They can complete the ballot and deposit it in the Ballot Box no later than 2:00 p.m. on Election Day. 6. The Junior Division Director will be responsible for counting the votes. The Membership Chairman will provide a list of members to the Junior Division Director to verify ballots. The Junior Division Director will announce the re-sults at the annual meeting. 7. The Range Manager will retain custody of the ballots in case of a recount. At such a time as determined by the Board of Directors the ballots may be de-stroyed.

JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER 2014 Official Ballot Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club, Inc.

EXECUTIVE BOARD OF OFFICERS Annual Election – January 13, 2018

PLEASE CHECK ONE FOR EACH OFFICE

PRESIDENT:

Sue Little __________________________ (Write-in Candidate)

VICE-PRESIDENT:

Jeff Kelley __________________________ (Write-in Candidate) SECRETARY

Bruce Bilton __________________________ (Write-in Candidate)

TREASURER

Ed Roberts __________________________ (Write-in Candidate)

EXECUTIVE OFFICER

John Brakeman __________________________ (Write-in Candidate) CHIEF INSTRUCTOR

Debbie Keehart __________________________ (Write-in Candidate)

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(PLEASE NOTE: Your printed name, signature and Member number is MANDATORY for your ballot to be valid.)

___________________________ / _________________ ___________________________ Print Member’s Name Membership Number Member’s Signature

Please sign, enclose (BALLOT ONLY) in an envelope, and mail to:

RSSC BALLOT, 3960 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa AZ 85207-9702 Postmarked NLT 12/31/17 OR you may drop at any time in the LOCK BOX at the Range until 2:00 pm 01/13/2018

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