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OHGC Newsletter Jan—March 2016 Volume 3, Issue 1
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
President’s Message .……….....1
Club News ..…………………....2 3
Opening Day …………..….…..4-5
Chili Cook-Off…………..……...6 7
New Deck - Trap Shoot…..…8-9
Club Info …………...………..10 -11
President’s Message
Warmer weather is here and our Spring and Summer shooting events are
just around the corner. A good deal of preparation is going into making sure
that this seasons trap and skeet events go off without a hitch. We hope that
more of our members will take part in these events this year. Watch the web
site for dates and come on out and shoot.
The front deck was removed a couple of weeks ago to make way for a new,
larger deck. I want to personally thank all those that came out to help re-
move the old deck. They had it down and loaded on trailers in no time flat.
Great job everyone! The next step is building the new deck. If you can lend a
hand, please do so.
As some of you know, a group of our members get together every two weeks
or so on Friday evening at the club for a meal. Wayne Rhodes, Ricky West
and the crew prepare some great food. Turnout is growing, now at 30 – 40
each time. There is a sign-up sheet at the counter that will tell you all about
the next feed. The food is outstanding every time and the price is very mod-
est. This is a family friendly event that generally starts at around 5:00pm.
The menu varies for each event. Low country boil, prime rib, barbeque
chicken, and the list goes on. Sign up and bring the family for a good time
and the best food around.
Old Hickory is a family friendly club run by volunteers. Without the hard
work and dedication of our members, Old Hickory would not exist. That
would be a shame, since the club provides so much in the way of a safe and
fun place to enjoy the shooting sports. A sport we all enjoy very much. As
with most any organization, even though the membership is relatively large,
only about 10% of the members take an active role in the club. That puts a
serious burden on those 10% that are truly interested in making the club suc-
ceed. My guess is that there are many members in our club that want to get
more involved, but maybe aren’t sure how or what they can do. If you are
one of those members, I would encourage you to speak with me or one of our
board members. There are a number of tasks that we could use some help
with, most would take very little of your time, and it would be much appreci-
ated.
I look forward to seeing you at Old Hickory
Sincerely,
Jim Thompson
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New Board Members
Jim Martin Ricky West
Don Wise was made a life time hon-
orary member at the January 2016
Board meeting. Don has been an ac-
tive shooter at Old Hickory for a
number of years and was a frequent
sight working behind the counter on
Wednesdays and Fridays. As it al-
ways does, time marches on, and Don
has curtailed his shooting activities.
He and his wife Jean will soon be
moving closer to their grandchildren
in Richmond VA. We will miss you
Don, and extend our best wishes to
you and your family.
Jim Thomson, OHGC President, congratulates Don Wise on
his election to Honorary Membership as his wife Jean looks
on.
DON WISE—HONORARY MEMBER
Upcoming OHGC 2016 Tournaments and Events
SASS - Father Time Shoot - May 5-7
Family Fun Shoot - May 14
Registered Skeet Shoots - Pig Pickin Open 6/24 - 26 & NC Open 8/19 - 20
Registered Trap Shoots - May 15 - Oct 15 - Nov 19
OHGC needs additional Board members. The Board oversees all
aspects of the club’s activities. It meets on the first Wednesday of
every month. Board members typically serve on special commit-
tees and run the counter operations during open hours. In return
members receive benefits such as the waiver of dues, use of club
in off hours and discounts on component purchases. If you are
interested in helping out your club as a Board member contact
President Jim Thompson at [email protected]
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BOARD NEWS
Friday Afternoon Cookouts
Last year a group of OHGC members led by Rickey West and Wayne Rhodes began having cookouts on Fri-
day afternoons after the shooting is over. These meals have morphed into regular event s just about every
other week . They range from specialties like Low Country Seafood Boils to Prime Rib. There is generally a
sign-up sheet in the club house and the price of the meal is based on the number of members and guest at-
tending - always more than reasonable. Come on out for a late afternoon of shooting and stay for a home
style dinner with family and friends. Be sure to call the club to check on times and dates and to let them
know you are coming—they need to know ahead of time to have enough food on hand.
John Miller helps
Rickey with a Low
Country Boil. Left
Members enjoy the
feast on a typical
Friday afternoon
Steve Joyner has resigned from the Board
Board has approved the use of metal targets for the .22 LR series competi-
tions.
Board approved the purchase of two new skeet machines - subject to sale of
two older existing machines.
Board approved the replacement of the existing club house deck and stair-
ways.
Club hours will change on Saturdays. New hours will be 12:00 noon to 5:00
PM
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Hey
OHGC - Opening DAY
January 1, 2016
Ham Hocks, Black Eyed Peas, Sweet Pota-
toes and Collards. A traditional New Year’s
Day meal was served up for OHGC members
who showed up for 2016’s first day of shoot-
ing. Rickey West with the help of several
others oversaw the cooking duties.
Steve Joyner started off
the year getting his first
25 straight in Skeet. Way
to go Steve.
A number of his fellow
shooters were more than
willing to participate in
the traditional shooting of
his hat.
Left - Rusty and Milton
Daughtridge and (right)
Bud Tremblay, and George
DeSanto were on hand to
bring in the New Year
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Range personnel Jim Martin,
Charles McCoy.
Nancy Roberts, Steve Joyner, Ron Langley and
Buddy Robinson shoot some skeet. Tim Carter, Al Davis and Ron Allen
Jim Short, second from right, shot his first
straight in Trap. Pictured with Rusty Daught-
ridge, Al Bost and Kamm Bunting.
Rickey West
prepares the
traditional
New Years
Day meal
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CHILLY CHILI FUN SHOOT
FEBRUARY 13, 2016
It was an unusually cold February Day on Saturday the 13th but the weather din not deter a hardy bunch of Old
Hickory members from attending the first Family Fun Shoot of the year. The event lived up to its name—it was
definitely chilly outside and with ten entries in the cook-off there was plenty of chili to go around inside. Congrat-
ulations to Mimi McCoy for winning the Chili contest. (Her recipe is on the back page. ) For those willing to ven-
ture out onto the ranges there was some fun shooting: Wobble Trap, Scrap—a combination of Trap and Skeet at
the same time, Side by Side Doubles and .22 caliber sharp shooting at new metal targets on the rifle range. There
was a “ton” of door prizes, a 50/50 raffle to benefit the youth shooters, a cake raffle, guess the number of shells
contest and a swap meet. Thanks to everyone who braved the cold and to all those who helped make the day a
success. Special thanks to Al Bost and John Miller for the Trap fields, Al Davis and Ronnie Barnes for Scrap, Bob
Curl, Charles McCoy, Allan Moore, and Ralph Zampella for the Rifle Range and Rickey West, Wayne Rhodes in
the Kitchen and Karole Miller and George DeSanto for their donations.
Keep an eye on the web site and your e-mail for more family fun shoots at OHGC later this year!!
Fun Shoot Mgr. Bud Tremblay con-
gratulates the Chili Cook Off winners:
1st Place—Mimi McCoy, and runner
ups Karole Miller and Mimi DeSan-
to. Below - It was standing room only
in the club house.
Wayne Rhodes, (above ) and Rickey
West (below) supervised the kitchen
and organized the cook—off judg-
ing.
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George refurbishes sign.
Guys, I can do
this at home
Displaced Cowboys?
Al Davis and Ronnie Barnes manged the
SCRAP Shooting Event. Dedicated Rifle Range Personnel—They
don’t look “chilly” to me.
Hey! This gun has two triggers!! The youth
shooters joined the Old Guys and tried their
hand in the “Side by Side” event.
Jane Tremblay’s homemade coffee
cake was a hit with the early arrivers.
George DeSanto donated a $25 gift
card to anyone who guessed the num-
ber of shells in the “jar”.
Simon Smith won
the 50/50 drawing
(left). New metal
targets on the rifle
range (right).
Ralph and Judith Zampella with granddaugh-
ters Samia and Aliyah Allan who won the .22
LR rifle shoot.
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Work Day March 12—New Deck in The Making
Old Hickory’s deck has been in dire need of repair for some time. On Saturday March 12, club members arrived
for a workday and began demolition of the old deck. They had it completely removed in short order and then pre-
pared the site for the new deck.
Thanks to the following members who showed up on the 12th to help: John Miller, Karole Miller, Jon Silberhorn,
Johnnie Hollingsworth, George DeSanto, Jim Martin, Phil McCumbee, Bob Berry, Al Bost, Robert Curl, Butch
Hassell, Nancy Roberts, Charles McCoy, Ron Allen, Ron Langley, Ricky West, John Anderson, John Parker, Wayne
Rhodes, Milton Daughtridge, Jim Thompson, Al Davis, Steve Joyner, David Wittman, and Charles Miller.
Building the new deck will take several weeks since it
will be erected by club members in their spare time.
The deck will be extended several feet toward the
Skeet Ranges . The portion of the deck on the north
side will not be replaced. Pictured at left are Al Da-
vis, Wayne Rhodes, Al Bost, Rusty Daugthridge and
Ron Allen after a good days work on the deck. Spe-
cial thanks to Wayne and Rusty who have overseen
the deck project. If you would like to help out with
the remaining work contact Wayne Rhodes at wil-
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TRAP SHOOT
March 6, 2016 Brandon Matthews HOA
The Day started out over cast with the sun cutting through by 11:30 AM. We had a nice turnout. A flat of shells
was donated by the club to raffle off along with a 50/50 raffle; proceeds from both going to the youth program.
We also had three new members join the ATA, Caitlyn Beamon, Benj Goodwin and Joseph Childress. We hope
they had a good time and will join us for future shoots. We had a great hot lunch thanks to Wayne Rhodes and
Ricky West—hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fix’ns.
The Shoot ran smoothly thanks to all the club help both inside and on the grounds - Al, John, Rusty, Matt and
Milton. A special “Thank You” to score keeper Judy Mabe, you made my Job on the computer a lot easier.
Karole Miller
Singles— 14 Shooters
98 - Champ - Charlie Brown
92 - AA - Dan Johnson
93 A - Walter Mabe
86 B - Al Bost
92 C - John Martin
90 D - Benji Goodwin
85 - Sr. Vet - Glenn Alford
95 - Jr. - Brandon Matthews
Handicap - 8 Shooters
90 - Champ - Brandon Matthews
84 - Short - Al Bost
78 - Mid - Walter Mabe
79 - Long - Charlie Brown
68 - Sr. Vet. - Glenn Alford
Doubles - 4 Shooters
92 - Champ - Dan Johnson
88 - AA - Charlie Brown
81 - B - Walter Mabe
83 - Jr. - Brandon Matthews
HOA - 268 - Brandon
Matthews
John Miller - Trap Comm.
Brandon Matthews - HOA
Judy Mabe - Scorekeeper Al Bost - Trap Comm.
Jim Thompson OHGC Pres.
The Spectators
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Chili
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium sweet onions, medium diced
6 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large red bell pepper, medium diced
Chili powder to taste (start 1 & 1/2 tbs.)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 & 1/2 cups Prego Sauce (with onions & garlic)
2 (15 ounce) cans light red kidney beans -drained
and rinsed
2 cups chicken broth
2 coarsely chopped jalapeño peppers
Instructions
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until
shimmering. Add the onions and sauté for approxi-
mately 4 minutes, then add the garlic and the jala-
peños and sauté for 2 more minutes, don’t let the
garlic burn.
2. Add the ground beef, the chili and some salt and
pepper and cook, breaking the meat into small piec-
es with a wooden spoon, until the beef is no longer
pink, about 7 minutes.
3. Add the bell pepper and cook for another minute
4. Add the diced tomatoes and their juices, tomato
sauce, chicken broth and beans and stir to combine.
5. You can either cook it in the same pot on medium
high for 30 more minutes after it boils or until the
chili thickens or you can transfer it to a slow cooker
and cook it for approx. 4 hours on high or 6 hrs. on
low. Keep stirring it from time to time.
6. When it starts to thicken taste it and add more salt,
pepper and chili powder if needed.
MIMI MCCOY’S WINNING CHILI RECIPE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
January
Cary Livesay Adam Flumerfelt
Bobby Landis Thomas Hunt
Ronald Johns Mark Petruzziello
Tim Thayer Ron Barnes
Ronn Conway Donald Pixley
Thomas Robinson Sr. and Jr.
February
Thomas House Damon Kehaya
Dennis Rose
March
Scott Compton Kenneth England
Bob Berry Robert P. Jones Jr.
Old Hickory Club members Matt Rhodes and Nathan Byrd will shoot in the up-coming National Junior Championships in Savannah.
Youth Shooters wishing to compete in the Pig Pickin Open in June or the NC Open in Aug should contact Wayne Rhodes - [email protected]
FUN SHOOT & Family Day
May 14
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Lunch provided by club
Special Shoots:
Skeet - 12 gauge & .410 Shoot
Trap - Wobble Trap & 16 Yard
Rifle - .22LR Shoot
Prizes
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OHGC Contact Information
201 Dalewood Drive, Rocky Mount NC 27801
Mail Address: PO Box 7984 Rocky Mt. 27804
Club Hours:
Wed , Fri & Sun - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sat. 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM
Phone 252 977 3231
Web Site : www.oldhickorygunclub.com
This will be the last
newsletter. For club
news watch the web site
for what is happening in
various club activities.
RIFLE RANGE ACTIVITIES
.22 LR MARKSMAN SERIES
Three classes of Shooters
PLINKER: Iron Sights - Any non-glass sight system.
HUNTER: Any scope with set and forget adjustments, any magnification.
TARGET: Any scope with non covered elevation and windage turrets.
Targets will be the same for all shooters.
Classes will be separated by distance - get to know your rifle.
Each shoot will be different - targets from 25 to 200 yards.
Targets will include toothpicks, match sticks, playing cards, steel targets, paper and tactical hostage targets.
Sign up in the club house if you are interested in participating.
A practice date will be announced and shoot details will be finalized.
QUESTIONS: Contact Bob Curl 253 314 - 8543