Latest Announcements
Closed March 24th through April 7th
- Published: 23 March 2020 23 March 2020
In light of Governor Baker’s order that all non-essential business close beginning Tuesday March 24th and remain closed until April 7, the Braintree Rifle & Pistol Club will close and remain closed for that duration.
Members will not be allowed on the premises during the Governor's order.
- All activities including meetings, shooting, and classes are hereby suspended until further notice.
- New member’s orientation classes are subject to change and may be postponed. Notice will be sent.
- The Executive board is hopeful that all members will remain safe and healthy during this difficult time.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
- Published: 17 March 2020 17 March 2020
In light of the COVID 19 (Coronavirus) and the recent declaration of a state of emergency by Governor Baker activities at the club will be limited as follows:
- The Junior’s program will be suspended through April.
- The Air Force Junior ROTC program will be suspended through April.
- The April Member’s Meeting will be cancelled.
- All team events are cancelled through the end of April.
- Second Amendment Sisters shoot cancelled through the end of April.
Additionally, persons who have travelled outside of the United Sates recently and /or are experiencing any illness or symptoms associated with the Covid 19 virus should not visit the club. It is recommended that persons should avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness, such as coughing and sneezing, the World Health Organization says. Other symptoms of this coronavirus include fever and shortness of breath.
Additional information can be found at:
https://www.mass.gov/resource/information-on-the-outbreak-of-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19
Dues Reminder 2020
- Published: 09 December 2019 09 December 2019
2020 dues are due and must be paid by 3/31/2020.
Please note that the club office will be open Sunday mornings between 9 and 11:30 AM.
Dues are as follows:
- Regular Membership ................................................................ $125.00
- Spouse (Must be a current Member).......................................... $25.00
- Retired Membership
10 yrs of continual membership, age 65, and retired (no work)..... $65.00
(The E Board must certify Retirement.)
Dues may be paid:
- By Mailing to the Club at:
Braintree Rifle & Pistol Club
P.O. Box 850024
Braintree, MA 02185-0024
- Drop in the Treasurer's Lock Box
at the Club (Checks only. No envelopes.) - Pay in Person
Any Sunday morning between 9 AM and Noon through March 29, 2020.
**Please write your badge number on check**
Failure to pay by March 31 will result in de-activation of your badge
and the assessment of late fees ($10 per month).
Activities At The Club
- Published: 10 September 2019 10 September 2019
Pistol Team: Meets every Thursday (home and away). Everyone shoots. The five highest scores are taken to score against an opposing team. All you need is a 22 semi auto pistol. During the summer the Pistol Team shoots at the club with a cookout after.
Rifle Team: Meets every Tuesday at the club. All 22 LR rifles are welcome to be used.
Trap: Club run on Thursday evenings during the summer beginning at 7 PM and on Sundays beginning at noon. Shotguns and ammo (7 1/2) needed. Cost to cover clay targets for members is $3.00 per round (25 shots). Two Hand Shoot: Every Wednesday in new indoor range. Very informal. Any gun. Any caliber.
Juniors Program: Ages 11 to 18. Meets every Friday evening beginning at 7 PM. Certified instructors are present. Kids shoot single shot 22 rifles. Cost is $20 for year. Rifles and ammo are provided by the club.
Civilian Marksmanship Program: Every third Saturday beginning at 9 AM. (except during winter months). Shoot a M1A in 30-06 or a AR-15 in .223. The program is designed to introduces civilian shooters to the use of high-power military type rifles. Cost is $25. Firearms and ammo provided by the club.
Second Amendment Sisters: Meet the third Saturday of every month in the old range. Women only event. Instructions and shooting.
Use Of Ranges
- Published: 10 September 2019 10 September 2019
Members are reminded that only one guest is allowed per month. Multiple guests are NOT allowed. All members are obligated to report rule violations.
Badges MUST be worn and VISIBLE on member. Guest must wear visitor badge.
Eye and ear protection while on any range is required.
NRA Certified Instructors Needed
- Published: 02 July 2019 02 July 2019
NRA certified Instructors are needed for the boy scout program at Camp Squanto in Plymouth to run the 22 rifle range. It is a modestly paid position from now through Mid-August. Persons interested should contact Rich Carlson at Camp Squanto at 508-224-2010.
Range Officers Needed
- Published: 10 September 2019 10 September 2019
Range Officers are needed at the club to be present on our outdoor ranges.
Persons interested should contact Ron Zooleck, the Chief Range Officer.
Instructors
- Published: 10 September 2019 10 September 2019
The club would like to maintain an instructors list.
The Club allows members who are certified instructors to use the ranges for instructional purposes. In order to be able to instruct at the Club members must:
- Provide the club with their instruction certificates and state police certification.
- You must also submit your certificate of insurance naming the club as an “additional insured”.
- You must include your contact information including cell phone number.
This requested information MUST be brought to the club during an executive board or members meeting. Instructors who fail to follow these requirements will not be allowed to instruct. Violations of this rule will result in immediate dismissal from the club.
Instructors who would like to be on the list for referrals should notify the club via the club web site at Send Email to BRPC.
Talent Bank
- Published: 12 December 2018 12 December 2018
The BRPC executive board desires to start and maintain a Talent Bank. Persons who would like to assist the club should email your interest and area of expertise.
Likewise, we are looking for persons who would like to volunteer or bid on work at the club.
Upcoming projects include:
- Indoor lighting for ranges
- Roof repairs
- Renovation of old range bathrooms
- Indoor range baffle repairs
The club also needs one or more persons to assist with the website (updating) and transfer of data to our access system. Knowledge and experience are necessary.
Range officers are always needed (read more)