Manheim Sportsmen's Association, 552 Oak Tree Road, Manheim, has announced its upcoming activities.
The association will hold its monthly membership meeting on Thursday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. Membership renewals are due, and new memberships are available. For an application, call 717-665-7729 or visit http://www.manheimsportsmansassoc.org.
The retirees and seniors will enjoy a coffee and snack hour at the clubhouse on Monday, Jan. 10, at 8 a.m. It is open to members and friends. For more details, call 717-587-6957 or 717-653-4839.
The winter indoor archery league will accept sign-ups for the upcoming archery shoot on Sunday, Jan. 23, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., as well as at the club's indoor range on Monday, Jan. 24, and Wednesday, Jan. 26. After registering, individuals can shoot weekly on Sundays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. or on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The league is open to the public for a fee.
Judging for the annual member Big Game Contest will occur on Sunday, Jan. 30, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. The competition will include antlers bagged either in Pennsylvania or out of state, as well as Pennsylvania black bears and Pennsylvania wild turkeys. Trophies or gift cards will be presented to all winners at a later meeting.
Concurrent with the Big Game Contest judging, the club will hold a block shoot, which is open to the public. The shoot will be 12 gauge only, and the club will supply the shells. Winners will receive cash. The kitchen will sell food and drinks from noon to 3 p.m.
Manheim Central's rifle team will continue using the indoor range for team practice and competitions through February. The range is reserved for this purpose daily from 3 to 6 p.m. except for holidays, days when school is closed, and a few other days. The rifle team schedule is posted several places on the association's property.
Archery deer hunting is available on club property for qualified members only during the season in the morning until 9 a.m. Members who want to practice on the outdoor ranges must read the signs posted on the range doors, the sign by the barn, and any signs posted while hunters are afield.
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