The leagues will run on the dates identified below unless that specific range is booked for a special event, in which case the league event will be cancelled for that date only. Special events could include matches, training sessions or closed events. LFGA members and the public are welcome to attend and generally participate, in all booked events (payment of a fee may be required) except closed events.

INTERESTED IN ORGANIZING A NEW LEAGUE or ACTIVITY

Lethbridge Fish and Game Association is interested in new activities at the range. Individuals or groups interested in starting leagues or programs at the range should contact Rick Blakeley 403-308-3541 or [email protected].

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RIFLE  PROGRAMS and ACTIVITIES
Many of these educational activities are supported by LFGA Casino funds and grants from the Alberta Conservation Association

PUBLIC SIGHT-IN-CLINIC

Each year, prior to the hunting season, LFGA puts on two (2) sight-in-clinics for the membership as well as the general public.  We do this to ensure that the guns that are out in the field, that have passed through our clinics, are in the best possible condition to ensure a safe and ethical harvest of the game animals.  We not only teach the shooter the proper method to sight in the gun, but check on the overall workings and maintenance of the firearm.  The clinics will run on two Saturdays, September 16, 2023 and October 14, 2023 from 9 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon.  No pre-registration is required.  Just show up with your firearm and ammo and we can help you from there.  Hope to see you all out there to get your firearm in good working condition for the fall hunt.

JUNIOR RIFLE PROGRAM 

Rifle target shooting can be a safe, exciting, fun lifetime sport. Why not learn from a qualified instructor in an environment that ensures safety? Lethbridge Fish and Game Association is offering a free rifle shooting experience to anyone 17 years or younger (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). A qualified LFGA instructor will provide a one-on-one firearm experience and a safe place to try target shooting. Your instructor will provide basic firearm safety instruction and will then show you how to operate a bolt- action rifle. For those who express an interest and wish to continue, they will be invited to participate in a junior rifle league starting TBA. The instructor donates his time and LFGA , with the financial support of the Alberta Conservation Association, covers all costs for equipment and supplies.

2023 Program will run on Monday nights,  June 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th. from 6:00 to 8:00.

Max kids allowed would be 12. And the kids should be between the ages of 10 to 17 years of age.

Contact course instructor Dean Weger <[email protected]> to get your name on the list.

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CENTRE FIRE RIFLE BENCH REST LEAGUE

The LFGA Silhouette League will run if there is enough interest and after we have finished rebuilding Range #3.  If you have any questions or would like to sign up, contact Terry Hertzke at 894-4822 or [email protected] .

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FRANK LEFFINGWELL MEMORIAL SHOOT – August 19, 2023

Join us as we remember the work of one of our great volunteers – Frank Leffingwell.

Bench Rest Competition for Score – LFGA Shooting Range 2 – Saturday, August 19th, 2023

8:00AM weigh in of guns  9:00AM start     Three Distances – 300 at 9AM, followed by 200, and 100

Three Classes – Open: heavy barrel, no weight restriction, any power of scope – Modified: heavy barrel, 12.5 lb weight restriction including 10 power or less scope – Hunter: Hunting calibre except BR’s and PPC’s, factory barrel, 10 lb weight restriction including 6 power or less scope.

Prize money for each Adult class in excess of $1,000.00. Payout based on 60/30/10 split – Prize money for  Youth Hunter class in excess of $700.00. Payout basis is dependent on the number of registrants.

Early registration fee by August 11, 2023 is $50.00. 1^st come 1^st reserved.  After that it is $65.00. Payment by cash, cheque or e-transfer to e-mail below using Leffingwell’s first name as security question.

For a complete set of rules and information packet, please contact Madeline at 403-892-8571 or  [email protected] 

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HANDGUN PROGRAMS and ACTIVITIES

The Chinook Country  Shooters Club sponsors many of these educational activities through their fundraising efforts.

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JUNIOR HANDGUN PROGRAM

Handgun target shooting can be a safe, exciting, fun lifetime sport. Why not learn from a qualified instructor in an environment that ensures safety? The Southern Alberta Firearms Education (SAFE) Society, a registered Charity, is offering a free handgun shooting experience to anyone 17 years or younger (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian).

A qualified instructor will provide a one-on-one firearm experience and a safe place to try target shooting. Your instructor will provide basic firearm safety instructions and will then show you how to operate a revolver or semi-automatic pistol. This first-time opportunity is offered at no cost, If you are interested, please contact Scott Sweetman at [email protected]

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SAFE YOUTH PISTOL COURSE / STP

The SAFE Youth Pistol Course (also for new STP members) will run for 5 weeks and usually begins between May and June – To register email Scott Sweetman  [email protected]

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Chinook Country Shooters Club – ADULT ACTION LEAGUE 

The CCSC Adult Action League will run on Mondays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Range #7. (start date 2023 TBA)

Chinook Country Shooters Club – JUNIOR PPC LEAGUE

The CCSC Junior PPC League will start (TBD), and run on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Range #3 (PLEASE NOTE Range 3 is a .22lr only range but permission has been approved by the Range Officer for the use of different calibres on conditions including using different targets, this permission is ONLY for this league time) . If you have any questions, or to register for the Junior PPC League, contact Richard Coolidge [email protected]

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Chinook Country Shooters Club – ADULT PPC LEAGUE 

The CCSC Adult PPC League will start (TBD), and run on Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Range #3. If you have any questions, or to register, contact Richard Coolidge [email protected]

NOTE: CCSC – These leagues and programs are delivered by the Chinook Country Shooters Club. The leagues will run on the dates identified above unless that specific range is booked for a special event in which case the league event will be cancelled for that date only.  Special events could include matches, training sessions or closed events. LFGA members and members of the public are welcome to attend and generally participate, in all booked events (payment of a fee may be required) except closed events.

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SHOTGUN PROGRAMS and ACTIVITIES
These educational activities are supported by LFGA Casino funds and grants from the Alberta Conservation Association

FIRST TIME AND JUNIOR SHOTGUN – SPORTING CLAYS PROGRAM

Aspiring new or young bird hunters this ones for you. Whether you chase upland birds or waterfowl, develop the skills necessary to become an all-around shot in the field. Join us for an introductory look at the fastest growing shotgun sport, sporting clays. Shotgun safety will be a major theme throughout this program. It really is the most fun you can have throwing lead. This program starts on, Thursday, May 17, 2018 meet at the gate to the Range at 6:30PM accompanied by your parent or guardian. This program will end on June 28, 2017 LFGA will provide guns, ammunition, and targets for the duration of this program. This program is open to new shooters and preference will be given to youth under 18. Adults are welcome to join us however shooters over the age of 18 will need a LFGA Range Membership. All shooters under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by parents or guardians who are expected to be present for the duration of these sessions. Please pre-register by emailing Peter Visentin at [email protected] or call 403-394-1115 for more information.

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FIRST TIME LADIES AND YOUTH SHOTGUN – SKEET PROGRAM 

DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS PROGRAM IS ON HOLD.  WE WILL KEEP YOU POSTED WHEN IT IS TO BE RESCHEDULED.

This program will provide an introduction to shot gun shooting and the basics of gun safety, mounting, foot positioning and follow through. It runs on Monday nights starting May 21st, 2023 at 6:00 and runs for 6 weeks.  If you would like more information, please contact Madeline V. Balla at [email protected] or 403-892-8571

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OPEN SPORTING CLAYS NIGHT

Sporting Clays will start April 6, 2023 and will run on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. This is open to
participants of all ages and abilities. It is organized much like golf. Those who are present will
squad up and shoot up to seven stations simulating most hunting situations. The Trap range may
be opened during this time on request. Those interested should show up any Thursday come
early and help with the setup. The cost of clay is $10.00/round or a shoot card of 15 rounds for
$80.00. We will have shotguns available for a rental fee of $20. If you are interested or have
questions you can contact Rick Blakeley at [email protected]

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OPEN TRAP and SKEET (Electric Machines)

Members and Day Pass Users can join us on Tuesdays starting at 6:00PM (when sunset is past
7:30) and Sundays starting at 1:00PM. The shotgun range skeet and trap field are open for
members or individuals with a Day Pass who are interested in shooting trap or skeet on an
informal basis. Come on down and have a blast. $10.00/round or a shoot card of 15 rounds for
$80.00.

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OPEN SHOTGUN (Manual Thrower)

You can come down and use the manual machine on the shotgun range at any time Range 6 is
not in use in the same areas. You will need to be a Range Member or a Day Pass holder and be
always accompanied by a LFGA Range Officer.d Please do not touch or shoot at the electric
machines in the field. They are worth over $5,000 and up and costs of repair will be borne by
anyone tampering with them. Bring down your own purchased clay targets or pick up the clay
targets that have been left in the field by other programs for an inexpensive shotgun experience
or use your own. Bring the family but make sure you use the range in a safe manner. NOTE:
PLEASE make sure there are absolutely no shotgun activities on Range 6 when you go
downrange to pick up the clay targets.

2023 FIRST TIME ADULT AND JUNIOR SHOTGUN – SPORTING CLAYS PROGRAM
Aspiring new adult or young interested people this one is for you. Whether you chase upland
birds or waterfowl this will help develop the skills necessary to become an all-around shot in the
field. Join us for an introductory look at the fastest growing shotgun sport, sporting clays.
Shotgun safety will be a major theme throughout this program. It really is the most fun you can
have throwing lead. This program starts on, Thursday, May 4, 2023, meet at the gate to the
Range at 6:00 PM accompanied by your parent or guardian. This program will end on June
8, 2023. For a nominal fee or $10.00 per night LFGA will provide guns, ammunition, and
targets for the duration of this program. This program is open to new adult shooters and youth.
There will be a preference given to youth under 18. Adults are welcome to join us as long as they
have a valid LFGA Range Membership. All shooters under the age of 18 need to be
accompanied by parents or guardians who are expected to be present for the duration of these
sessions. Please pre-register by emailing Peter Visentin at [email protected] or email
for more information.

NATIONAL SKEET SHOOTING ASSOCIATION – Registered Monthly Targets

We are an approved range with the National Skeet Shooting Association and starting in April,
anyone that is an NSSA member can shoot registered targets. The cost of clay is $10.00/round or
a shoot card of 15 rounds for $80.00 … in addition you will pay 4 cents/bird for NSSA.
Minimum of 50 birds must be shot to qualify to send into headquarters. Please contact Madeline
V. Balla at [email protected] or 403-892-8571for information.

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LFGA Archery Events 2023
The following dates include all known formal Public events to be hosted by LFGA Archery and Partners including SABA and Bowbenders.
[This does not include school classes and pop up events.]
All events coordinated/hosted by LFGA Range Marshall

South Range Only
Youth 720 Rounds – Wednesdays 6.30 to 7.30 pm on the south range from May 15th to June 26th. [No Cost for Junior Archers 17 and under]
Coordinator Jude Hooey

Adult 720 Round Mail Match
[You compete by submitting your score to archery Canada which is then compiled and recorded against other archers of the same class and category across Canada]
Wednesdays June 5 to June 25th from 7.30 to 9 pm
Main match July 3 to September 25th from 6.30 to 8.30 pm.
[Cost is $10 per adult per day regardless if an LFGA member. Mail match/Archery Canada registration over and above if you wish to participate]
Special Note [There will be some youth archers trying to qualify for Canadians/ Olympics at the same time however no charge for youth]
Coordinator is Tim Lysyk

Adult/Youth 720 Round Competitions.
[Note Must be a member of Archery Canada to compete]
April 27/28 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
May 25/26 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
June 8/9 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
July 21 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
August 18 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
September 8 from 9 am to 4 pm each day
[Cost is $30 per adult per day regardless if an LFGA member]
[There will be accredited Canadian Archery Range Judges to monitor the event]

Coordinator is Jamie Brehaut

North and South Ranges
3D Archery – Youth to Adult
Tuesdays from 6 to 9 pm. From April 30th to August 13th inclusive. [Cost is $10 per adult per day regardless if an LFGA member and youth are free]
Special Note [A cooperative venture between SABA, Bowbenders and LFGA with each club coordinating specific days and supplying 3D targets]
Coordinator Tom Hopkins.

North Range Only
Youth Introduction to Archery [No Charge]
May 18 Saturday from 11am to 12 noon ages 8 – 12
May 18 Saturday from 12.30 noon to 1.30 pm ages 13 – 17
June 15 Saturday from 11am to 12 noon ages 8 – 12
June 15 Saturday from 12.30 noon to 1.30 pm ages 13 – 17
Coordinator Tim Lysyk with volunteers

S.A.F.E. Trailer Class Room (LFGA Shooting Sports Facility)
Learn to Bow Hunt ages 12 to Adult [No Charge]
May 13th from 6.30 to 9 pm
Coordinators Kevin Yee and Tom Hopkins

3D archery

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AIR RIFLE & PISTOL – L.A. HOT SHOTS

L.A Hotshots will be operating Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm and Saturday mornings from 9am-1pm. We are a target rifle and pistol group dedicated to training and teaching those interesting in the shootings sports governed by the ISSF. We have members who have competed internationally for many decades in pistol events and have a national level rifle coach.

On Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm, we will operate a family drop-in/learn to shoot program where individuals can learn the basics to either air rifle or air pistol shooting. On Monday evenings from 6-8pm and Saturday mornings from 9am-1pm, our club will be focused on training for upcoming events throughout the province. Our club runs year-round in the newly acquired classroom at the LFGA range.-President of L.A. Hotshots Jaden Neil

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LaHotshots/

Phone: (403) 315-1585