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Published Date: 2026-01-26 19:16:00

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on the Newfoundland and Labrador government to oppose the use of provincial resources in Ottawa’s gun confiscation scheme.

“The Wakeham government needs to stand up for Newfoundland and Labrador taxpayers and refuse to help Ottawa waste more public money on this failed program,” said Devin Drover, CTF Atlantic Director and General Counsel. “Law enforcement experts say confiscating firearms from licensed, law-abiding citizens won’t make communities safer, but it will cost taxpayers millions.”

 

 
For those who may be interested in supporting our work, should sign our petition here: https://www.taxpayer.com/petitions/scrap-the-gun-ban-and-buy-back

 

Published Date: 2026-01-25 09:54:00

On Saturday, 24th of January 2026, 32 shooters gathered at the clubhouse for winter sporting clays. It turned out to be a cold blustery day with constant snow flurries. In spite of that everyone had a good day and accepted the challenge of of picking targets out of the falling snow.

When the dust had cleared and targets counted, Jake was HOA with 54 out of 75. There was a tie for 2nd place between Peter and Travis with 47. A shoot off resulted in Peter winning. Similarly 3rd place had a tie  between Chris and Christian with 46. A 2nd shoot off resulted in Christian winning.

Thanks go to the people who took the time to plan the shoot, come out in the wee cold hours to setup, prepare and serve lunch, and finally put everything away. Even if you didn’t have a top score everyone was a winner for coming out and having a good time.

Sporting Clays Comm.

Published Date: 2026-01-24 08:24:00

The club road is open as of 28 Jan 2026 but slippery in places so use at your own risk. Lots of ice on parking lots and ranges. Drifting snow may be an issue.

Members and guests should be very careful while moving around as freezing temps return overnight.  Also remember that club locks will freeze in the cold and may require thawing to open.

Club Exec.

Published Date: 2026-01-16 20:21:00

The St John’s Rod and Gun Club will be hosting its annual Leos Invitational on Saturday, 24 January, 2026 (alternate day in case of rain is 25th January). The day will include a 75 target sporting clays course followed by a hearty lunch. There will be a prizes for top three class shooters (A, B & C) decided by Lewis Class.

 
Cost: $25 OR 3 shoot card punches + $10 for lunch (Juniors 1⁄2 price for targets)
 
EVENT SCHEDULE
 
Registration and Squading: 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Morning: 75 Sporting Clays (10:30 AM shotgun start)
Lunch: After completion of morning shoot
Prize Presentation 
 
Afternoon: shoot offs in case of ties so bring extra ammo
 
Please note:
Participants are encouraged to pre-register with Herb. This will help the club plan for lunch, etc.
Shooters must provide their own guns, ammo (size #7.5 shot or smaller is permitted) and eye/ear protection.
Guests of members are welcome but must be a Canadian resident and pay a $5 fee for guest insurance.
 
Check the club website on day of shoot in the event of inclement weather.

Published Date: 2026-01-15 20:32:00
Rick Bouzan, a former long time Director of the club passed away on January 11, 2026. He was a strong proponent for the conservation side of the club's mandate and highly supportive of our youth program. 

Published Date: 2025-11-07 22:18:00

Orientation will go ahead tomorrow but starting at Noon - 12-130. 

This will make it easier to get around and not freeze in the high winds. 

 

Published Date: 2025-10-15 15:39:00

SJRGC MINI RIFLE OCT 26, 2025

The St. John’s Rod and Gun Club will host a Mini Rifle match on October 26, 2025.We want to have a fun day with our oft neglected .22lr semi-auto (or bolt action) rifles! So we would LOVE you to bring your family and friends to try your hand at this affordable and exciting shooting sport. Range officers will be available to help new shooters or anyone who is in need of assistance to shoot safely and have FUN!

The cost for the match will be $10/person.Time: 930am for 10am start of match. Lunch will not be provided, so be sure to bring drinks and something to eat.

Prizes will be awarded.

There will be some rifles for those who would like to try but don’t have one. If you don’t have a rifle or ammo, please email sjrgcsecretary@gmail.com to register by Thursday October 23, 2025. There will be an additional charge for ammo. Otherwise register with the Practiscore link below.

Practiscore link:https://practiscore.com/sjrgc-mini-rifle-match/register

Come on out and have some fun with your friends at SJRGC!

Thank you

SJRGC IPSC Committee


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What We Offer


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Archery

Archery provides both a 3D animal course that winds through the forest, and a 20-90 meter target range. The archery group shoots indoors during the winter at 18 meter targets.

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Rifle/Pistol

A 15 stall outdoor rifle range (Range B) provides an excellent opportunity for air rifles, handguns, and long guns from 50-200 meters. Range A is a pistol/small caliber rifle range featuring shooting stalls with target stands set at 20-25m. Range C is for dynamic shooting, and is meant for use by IDPA, IPSC. Steel Challenge and law enforcement agencies. No target stands are provided.

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Trap Shooting

Offers 4 Trap Fields each with automatic clay target throwers & automated voice release systems.

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Sporting Clays

Features 15 shooting stations along a groomed trail through the forest. We offer a wide variety of manual and electric clay target throwers


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IDPA

Using the clubs Pistol ranges, the IDPA offers shoots that simulate self-defense scenarios and real life encounters.

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IPSC

Offers a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of accuracy, speed, and power are balanced using a unique scoring system.

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Youth Program

Juniors are welcomed to engage in a series of programs designed to teach safe and responsible shooting. Opportunities exist for young people to acquire a license and participate in Club events either as individuals or as members of the Junior Group.

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Conservation

Our Club's Conservation Mandate


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Archery

Archery provides both a 3D animal course that winds through the forest, and a 20-90 meter target range. The archery group shoots indoors during the winter at 18 meter targets.


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Rifle/Pistol

A 15 stall outdoor rifle range (Range B) provides an excellent opportunity for air rifles, handguns, and long guns from 50-200 meters. Range A is a pistol/small caliber rifle range featuring shooting stalls with target stands set at 20-25m. Range C is for dynamic shooting, and is meant for use by IDPA, IPSC. Steel Challenge and law enforcement agencies. No target stands are provided.


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Trap Shooting

Offers 4 Trap Fields each with automatic clay target throwers & automated voice release systems.


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Sporting Clays

Features 15 shooting stations along a groomed trail through the forest. We offer a wide variety of manual and electric clay target throwers


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IDPA

Using the clubs Pistol ranges, the IDPA offers shoots that simulate self-defense scenarios and real life encounters.


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IPSC

Offers a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of accuracy, speed, and power are balanced using a unique scoring system.


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Youth Program

Juniors are welcomed to engage in a series of programs designed to teach safe and responsible shooting. Opportunities exist for young people to acquire a license and participate in Club events either as individuals or as members of the Junior Group.


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Conservation

Our Club's Conservation Mandate




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