Last Update  09-22-2008

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The Westshore Posse shoots the second Sunday of the Month from March thru November. The Posse does not schedule matches in December, January or February. In June the Posse holds its Annual 2-day Match (Sat.- Sun.). This match is called The Susquehanna Roundup.
This year, The Susquehanna Roundup, will not require pre-registration.

For our monthly matches registration is between 8:00 AM and 9:15 AM (promptly). The MANDATORY Shooter's Meeting starts at 9:30 AM. The Posse holds its matches at the West Shore Sportsman's Association, located in New Cumberland, PA, which is just south of Harrisburg, PA., (Directions).  Memberships in the Westshore Posse are available through a club member or at one of our shoots.  Westshore Posse Membership Application.

THE WESTSHORE POSSE IS NRA & SASS Affiliated

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September 2008

Felt more like July, but we managed to get through 6 stages in pretty quick time in September’s match.  There was only one “moving “stage, which was probably just as well with the temperature in the 90’s.  Stages were a little on the complex side (didn’t seem that way when I wrote them, but some that I thought would be simple had some confusion while others I thought might be a problem went smoothly.  Who knows?)  Nevertheless, most shooters did OK with them.

Match Winner and Top Gunfighter was Walker Colt.  Wild Bill Diamond was #2 and Top 49er.  Slowpoke John was number 3 and Top Traditional, also shooting one of the 3 Clean matches that day.  Hud McCoy was 4^th and Kiddo Caldwell was 5^th and Top Ladies’ Traditional. 

Other category winners were:
            Senior:                            Geronimo Jim

Duelist:                           Smokey Hill Thompson

Senior Duelist:                Cash Caldwell

Classic Cowboy:            Letort Lawman

B-Western:                     Red Eyed Kid

Elder Statesman:            Church Key

Silver Senior:                  Bird Dog Jake

Frontier Cartridge:          Tucker

Ladies’ 49er:                  Misfire Maggie 

Clean matches were shot by:

Slowpoke John

Herd Tender

Highlander

Thanks to Hired Gun, Sgt Hochbauer, Morgan James, and Highlander for coming to the set up with me.  Things went quickly (which was good as it started to rain while we were painting.)  (If I forgot someone, forgive me.  I lost the paper that I wrote the names on to compensate for my increasingly marginal memory.)

A few business note:

Safety:  Our sport in general, and our club in particular, has an extremely good record for safety.  Our club has had no significant injuries since its inception, and I believe that SASS claims a similar record.  This isn’t by accident.  We have been shooting with smaller posses lately, and that makes it all the more important that everyone pitches in so that we can spot, score, time, pick up brass and watch the loading/unloading tables.  Particularly the unloading table can be managed by a dedicated watcher, or by the last shooter waiting to watch the shooter behind him.  But we have to do something, we can’t just let it unsupervised.

Cross draw shooters are reminded that for drawing and reholstering they must turn far enough that their muzzle does not break the 170 with respect to the firing line.  Also, holsters should not cant more than 30^o from the vertical. 

Leadership:  As mentioned at the match, I have decided to step down as President of the club.  I still intend to help wherever I can, but the commitment of President is no longer compatible with my home life.  I’ve done this for about 6 years, and while I’ve had great support from the membership and especially from our other Board members, time considerations have reached a breaking point for me.  (For example, I haven’t had time to shoot at another club since I shot at Ickesburg in 2006!)  Therefore, at our January meeting we will be looking for nominations to fill that spot, as well as for anyone who wishes to run against our current Vice President, Treasurer, and Match Results Coordinator.  The duties of the President involve participating in the running of the club, as well as match writing (typically half the year’s matches), and attending our shoots to officiate.  It doesn’t take a lot of time overall, but your second weekends are pretty much blocked in from March to November.  Think about it. 

October will be our annual 1911 match, written by Smoky Hill Thompson.  Be reminded that if you want to use your cowboy guns, that is just fine.  1911 will be shot as an additional class.

As always, if anyone wishes to write a match, please let me know.  You would be more than welcome to do a match at some time, and Smoky and I would be glad to assist you.

Hope to see you all next month.  

Until then, Your pard,

Doc Hornaday

Westshore Posse 1911 Shoot Guidelines
On occasion, we will hold joint 1911 / Single Action Revolver, Cowboy Action Shoots.
This will be a standard Cowboy Action Shooting match with the added attraction of being able to shoot a 1911 type pistol in lieu of standard single action revolvers. Scenarios will not differ no matter which style is shot. Folk's shooting 1911's will have a separate category for scoring purposes and there will be two overall match winners.

1911 Pistol Requirements:

* Standard single action 1911 Government model pistol having fixed or conventional adjustable sights, a 4-inch or longer barrel and fire .45-caliber ammunition.

* A minimum of 2 magazines capable of holding 5 rounds.

*Period 1911ish holster capable of securely holding 1911 pistol.

Special instructions for folks using a 1911 pistol:

* While pistol is holstered behind the shooting line, the hammer will be lowered and no magazine will be inserted into the magazine well.

* Prior to each stage, magazines will be loaded at the loading table under the supervision of the loading table officer. Magazines will be loaded with no more than five rounds. A magazine will then be inserted into the pistol and the pistol will be holstered. The pistol will be carried to the firing line in the holster with the hammer down on an empty chamber and then made ready on the firing line during the stage (on the clock).

* When the stage begins (on the clock), the shooter will draw the pistol and cycle the slide when it is time for the first pistol target to be shot. If there is a split pistol stage (pistols not shot back to back), the 1911 shooter, after shooting the first and second set of pistol targets, will eject the magazine, and stage the pistol with the slide locked. Any loaded magazine dropped during a stage is dead and may not be retrieved.

* After shooting the entire stage, the 1911 shooter will show the RO that the pistol is clear, make the pistol safe and holster it. He will then go to the unloading table and clear the rifle and shotgun per standard methods. The 1911 shooter and the unloading table officer will verify that the 1911 pistol is empty, the magazine is removed, the slide is released and the hammer is lowered in a safe manner. If any empty magazines are dropped during a stage, they will be retrieved by somebody other than the 1911 shooter and returned to the 1911 shooter at the unloading table.

* Do not expect all brass that is ejected from the 1911 to be recovered at the end of the stage. This is the nature of the beast.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS:
Dues will now be due in March for all members.  Current members received their renewal notice in the January newsletter. New members joining after March will pay a pro-rated membership fee for the partial year.
Westshore Posse Membership Application. We are asking all renewals to fill out an application so we can update our records.

Click here for more information on the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) . The WESTSHORE POSSE is a SASS affiliated club.

Hope to see you at one of our shoots!

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WESTSHORE POSSE

JANUARY 2008 MINUTES

Meeting was called to order on January 13, 2008 at 10:36 A M by Doc Hornaday.  A quorum was present.

We dispensed with the reading of the 2007 minutes.

Treasury report was given and approved.   Even after our March match being rained out our treasury balance ended in the black this year.  The bank we deal with has been bought out and charges no fee for a checking account.

OLD BUSINESS:

Our props still have not been replaced at the Rocky Gorge.  We are told that West Shore Sportsmen’s Association are having a work party in February and will be putting our props back up on the right side of the range.

 The Posse Officers would like to THANK everyone who came out and helped with set-up and tear downs during our 2007 shooting season.

NEW BUSINESS:

Election of Officers took place:

Highlander nominated Doc Hornaday for President, City Slicker seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

Doc Hornaday nominated Highlander for Vice President, Letort Lawman seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

Doc Hornaday nominated Smoky Hill Thompson for Treasurer, Letort Lawman seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

Doc Hornaday nominated Chester Young for Match Results and Club Liaison, City Slicker seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

Letort Lawman nominated Hired Gun for Territorial Governor, Cactus Charlie seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

No one volunteered to run for Secretary, which is now an open position.

The posse will continue to set up two stages on one lane.  Everyone seems to like that concept and it does make it easier for set-up and tear down.  We will be shooting 6 stages each month with the exception of July and August when we will be shooting 5 stages due to the heat. 

The Posse’s 1911 match will be held in October.  Discussion took place regarding the rules to follow during that match.  Highlander made a motion for us to follow the SASS ammo rules, Shendo Kid seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

Misty Rose will call the food vendor about coming out to our 2008 matches.

The West Shore Sportsmen’s Association has initiated a new Temporary Membership policy.  Everyone who is not a WSSA member will have to fill out a Temporary Membership form every time they are on the property attending a shooting event.  A copy of the Temporary Membership must be with you while on the property for the match and does not carry over after the match ends.  This Temporary Membership form is only for sporting use.  You will not need to fill out a form for set-up or posse meetings.  After your first match attendance the posse will have the form prepared waiting for your signature and date at the remaining matches you attend.  There is a $1.00 fee for this temporary membership which will be paid by the Westshore Posse. The Westshore Posse will be your Sponsor. Fred had no influence on initiating this temporary membership.

With this new WSSA Temporary Membership policy in place, City Slicker asked would the posse be required to continue carrying their own liability insurance.  Smoky Hill Thompson stated that SASS requires us to carry the policy.  The posse will check into this question further.  Chester Young will acquire a copy of WSSA’s liability insurance to see if we need to continue carrying our own policy.

April 12, 2008, 9 A M will be a posse work day and set-up day.  Bring out your chain saws and tools to disassemble props.  WSSA has given us permission to dispose of all materials into the roll off that will be on the property at that time.  The Westshore posse has asked other clubs if they were interested in any of the props that we do not use.  The other clubs have no need for them.  Whitefish Willie has volunteered to make repairs to the stage coach.

The suggestion was made to use a pocket pistol or long range rifle every now and again on one of our monthly match stages.  The posse officers are reluctant to have a house gun in use.  It was stated that using a side match firearm in a monthly match should be at the discression of the stage/match writer.  If anyone wants to write stages and run a match, give the stages to Doc Hornaday or Smoky Hill Thompson to look over the stages for safety protocol.

Under the West Shore Sportsmen’s Association new by-laws a Range Useage Committee was created.  WSSA wants a representative from each club.  Highlander will be the posse representative.

The Westshore Posse has donated $500.00 to the West Shore Sportsmen’s Association.

Meeting adjourned at 11:48 A M.

Respectfully submitted,

Philadelphia Misty Rose

Posse Secretary

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FROM PA
Take I-83 South to Exit 39A and turn Left at the end of the exit ramp onto Route 114. Take 114 West (Lewisberry Road) for 2.4 miles to stop sign. Turn Left on Route 262 and go 0.3 mile to Ridge Road. Turn Right on Ridge Road and go 0.9 mile to Blue House on Left with WSSA sign in yard. Turn Left onto the blacktop driveway and follow it to Range.
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Take Exit 35 off of I-83 South, which is Route 177. Turn Left at traffic light onto Route 177 South. At top of hill turn Right on Ridge Road and look for Blue House on Right. Turn Right onto the blacktop driveway and follow it to Range.

FROM FREDERICK, ROCKVILLE, MD.
From the Frederick/Rockville area take 270 North to U.S. 15 North to Route 114 East (Mechanicsburg / Bowmansdale exit, approx. 37 miles north of the PA state line). Take 114 East for 6.8 miles to Route 262. Stay on Route 262 for 0.3 mile and turn Right on Ridge Road, look for Blue House on left with WSSA sign in front yard, turn Left onto the blacktop driveway and follow it to the Range. If road construction is not complete (144 Rt. closed at Rt. 15) either take detour or continue to Rt. 114 West (Lewisberry Rd.) and use the from PA directions.

FROM BALTIMORE
From the Baltimore area take I-83 North from the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) approx. 40 miles North of the PA state line to Exit 35 - Route 177. Take bridge over I-83 and follow route 177 South to Ridge Road. At top of hill turn Right on Ridge Road and look for Blue House on Right with WSSA sign in front yard. Turn Right onto the blacktop driveway and follow to Range.

Should you need additional help finding the Range on the day of the Shoot you can reach the POSSE on the WSSA Clubhouse phone at (717) 932-2780.

 

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It is a good idea to verify shoot information with the club contacts provided, or by checking their web site.
Most clubs have directions on their web site. Visitors are welcome at all events at no charge,
please bring ear and eye protection. Some clubs have rules against visitor pets.
Please check with the club contact before bringing your pet to a match.
 

1st Saturday  Club Name: The Perry County Regulators  Regular Shoot Dates: 1st Saturday of the month from April thru November.  Food: Lunch is available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: Cow Camp in September. 3 day event and includes a "Cow Camp" with camping on Friday.  Range Location: Ickesburg Sportsman's Club in Ickesburg, PA.  Contacts: E-mail Tuscarrora Slim or call 717-789-3004 for additional information.

1st Sunday  Club Name: The Chimney Rocks Regulators  Regular Shoot Dates: 1st Saturday of the month, March (weather permitting) through November.  Food: Lunch is available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: "Gunfight at Chimney Rocks" in September (Formerly Gunfight at Turtle Creek)  Range Location: The Hollidaysburg Sportsman's Club, Hollidaysburg, PA.  Contacts: Cove Lane 814-793-2844.   See web site for additional contact information and directions.

1st Sunday  Club Name: Thurmont Rangers    Regular Shoot Dates: 1st Sunday of the month from March through November.  Food: Breakfast and lunch are available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM. Mandatory safety talk is 9:45 and the fun starts at 10:00.  Annual Match: SASS Northeast Regional, "THE MASON DIXON STAMPEDE."  Range Location: Thurmont Conservation and Sportsman's Club, Thurmont, MD.  Contacts: Club Chuckaroo 301-831-9666  Scores: . Thurmont Monthly Scores  Additional Information: Breakfast and lunch are available.

1st Tuesday  Club Name: The Virginia City Marshal's  Regular Shoot Dates: 1st Tuesday of the month from September through May.  Food: None  Registration: Sign up starts at 5:00, mandatory safety talk at 6:45, and fun starting at 7 PM.  Annual Match:  Special match on News Years Day  Range Location: NRA National Headquarters in Fairfax, VA., an indoor range.  Contacts: Virginia Vixen or Cherokee Jon Slaughter 703-527-8212  Additional Information: Visit the National Firearms Museum, right there at the NRA Headquarters (free),  and then take in a challenging cowboy shoot.

2nd Sunday  Club Name: Westshore Posse  Regular Shoot Dates: 2nd Sunday of the month from March thru November.  Food: Breakfast and lunch are available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: None at this time  Range Location: The Westshore Sportsman's Association in New Cumberland , PA.  Set Up: The Saturday before the match  Contacts: Doc Hornaday 717-432-1352

2nd Sunday  Club Name: The Dakota Badlanders  Regular Shoot Dates: 2nd Sunday of the month from April through October.  Food: Unknown, check with club  Registration: Unknown  Annual Match: None  Range Location: Guthsville Rod & Gun Club in Orefield, PA. There is a good map on their web  Contacts: Dakota Jack 610-837-8020

3rd Tuesday (Winter is 1st Sunday & 3rd Saturday)  Club Name: The Monocacy Irregulars  Regular Shoot Dates: 3rd Tuesday Spring, Winter is 1st Sunday & 3rd Saturday  Food: None, bring your own  Registration:  11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. Safety talk is 11:45 AM.  Annual Match: None  Range Location: Monocacy Pistol Club, Frederick, MD.  Contacts: Church Key 304-229-8266 for additional information. See web site for schedule and directions.  Additional Information: These matches are held as a "Relaxed" cowboy shoot.  Dress for the weather.

3rd Saturday  Club Name: The Jefferson Outlaws   Regular Shoot Dates: 3rd Saturday of the month, March thru November.  Food: Breakfast and lunch are available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: "Shootout In Leadville" and is held in May.  Range Location: Jefferson Rifle Club, Inc. in Southern Pennsylvania, located between York and Hanover   Set Up: 9:00 AM the Friday before the shoot   Contacts: Oracle Jones  Additional Information: Breakfast and lunch will be available.

3rd Saturday  Club Name: River Junction Shootist Society  Regular Shoot Dates: 2007, 3rd Saturday of the month from April thru October  Extra Shoots: See web site, many extra matches  Food: Lunch is available  Annual Match: "Ambush at Indian Creek", will be in July  Range Location: Donegal, PA.  Contacts: RJSS club questions contact Chuckwagon Sam 724-626-2001 or Fuzzy Gonzalez

3rd Sunday   Club Name: The Silver Lake Bounty Hunters   Regular Shoot Dates: 3rd Sunday of the month, March through October (November if the weather lets them).  Food: Unknown, check with club  Registration: Registration is from 9-9:30 AM. Safety meeting at 9:45 AM. Shooting starts at 10:00 AM  Annual Match: Unknown  Range Location: Silver Lake Gun Cub located in Silver Lake, PA. between Scranton, PA. and Binghamton, NY  Contacts: Buckshot Blackman at 570-663-3045

3rd Sunday   Club Name: Paden's Posse (Delaware)  Regular Shoot Dates: Every 3rd Sunday all year long. Matches can be held indoors if necessary.  Food: Lunch is provided  Registration: Start time and safety meeting is at 9 AM. Match fee ($15) includes lunch.  Annual Match: None  Range Location: Nanticoke Sportsman's Club in Seaford, Delaware  Contacts: Nanticoke (AKA Mario Dobrich) 302 629-4125, Deacon Will (AKA William Bell) 302 422-6534  or Denver Doc (AKA Floyd Turner) 410 742-6180.

4th Saturday   Club Name:  Damascus Wildlife Rangers in Damascus, Md.  Regular Shoot Dates: 4th Saturday of the month from March thru November.  Food: Lunch is available  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: June is the SASS Maryland State Championship "Thunder Valley Days."  Range Location: Izaak Walton League near Damascus Md. See web page for directions and a map.  Set Up: The Friday before the match starting at 1:00 PM   Contacts: Chuckaroo 301-831-9666.

4th Sunday   Club Name: Cowboy Action Shooting Sports CASS  Regular Shoot Dates: 4th Sunday of the month from February thru November.  Food: Lunch is provided  Registration: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Safety talk is 9:45 AM.  Annual Match: West Virginia State Championship "Appalachian Showdown" in September.  Range Location: Near Berkley Springs, W. VA.  Contacts:  Club contact is Stagecoach Trent 304-267-6535.

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