Published Date: 2026-05-15 11:14:00

Newfoundland Hydro is doing maintenance work west of the club and will be passing through our safety zone. For this reason the stations along the sporting clays trail will be closed for Thursday May 14 and Friday May 15. 

NL has informed us that due to the weather they will not finish repairs to the line until 1pm on Saturday May 16th. Therefore the ban on use of the Sporting clays trail launchers remains in effect until 1 pm tomorrow (May 16th). 

Published Date: 2026-05-04 14:42:00

As a reminder, Steel Challenge will be starting this coming Tuesday, May 5th at 5:00pm on Range C.

Here is a link to the PractiScore registration for this upcoming Steel Challenge match. PractiScore is how these matches are scored, and how results will be posted! It's quick and easy to make an account, and even quicker to register for our match.

https://practiscore.com/sjrgc-steel-challenge-may-5th-2026/register

If you need any assistance, please email sjrgcsteelchallenge@gmail.com. 

Thanks! See you on the range! 

Published Date: 2026-04-29 23:27:00

SIGNING IN IS MANDATORY. SIGN IN WHEN USING THE RANGES. YOU CAN DO SO IN THE MAIN CLUBHOUSE OR LONG BRANCH. 

ALWAYS SIGN GUESTS IN AND PAY THE $5 FEE. GREY BOXES FOR THIS FEE ARE IN THE CLUBHOUSE AND LONG BRANCH. 

Published Date: 2026-04-29 16:23:00

If your membership card indicates that your status is Prospective, then you need to attend an Orientation. Orientation is generally done once a month. Prospective members need to attend Orientation before they will receive the gate code and Active Status. Prospective members will receive an email when there is going to be an Orientation. They can also look for Orientation events in the Club News and on the Calendar. 

If your membership card indicates Pending then there is information missing on your application. Often this is an adequate picture. The picture should be of your head and shoulders  and uploaded to your account in Jpeg format. Pictures of PAL cards, or you fishing, hunting or shooting are not acceptable. 

Published Date: 2026-04-28 21:37:00

Published Date: 2026-04-11 20:10:00

Hello everyone,

Steel Challenge is back at the St. John’s Rod and Gun Club for the 2026 season!

Our first match kicks off on May 5th, with shoots running every Tuesday evening starting at 5:00 PM. If you can’t arrive right at the start time, no problem at all. We’ll be shooting until dusk, so feel free to drop in when you can.

So, what exactly is Steel Challenge?

Steel Challenge is a fast-paced and highly engaging shooting sport that focuses on speed and accuracy. Competitors shoot a series of standardized stages made up of steel plates, with the goal of hitting each target as quickly as possible. Each stage is simple to understand, making it an excellent entry point for new shooters, while still offering plenty of challenge for experienced competitors.

One of the biggest advantages of Steel Challenge is its accessibility. There are no complicated movement patterns or stage plans to memorize. Shooters remain in a fixed position and engage targets in a set sequence, making it a safe, fun, and confidence-building environment for all skill levels. Whether you're brand new to shooting sports or looking to sharpen your skills, Steel Challenge offers something for everyone.

Matches are designed to be welcoming and enjoyable. Safety is always the top priority, and experienced Range Officers are present to guide participants through each stage.

A few important details for participants:

• Shooters must bring ballistic-rated eye protection and hearing protection.
• There is a $5 fee for each match.
• Pistol calibers are permitted, along with .22LR rifles.
• Expect to shoot approximately 50 to 100 rounds per match.

If you’re interested in learning more or would like to be added to our mailing list for match announcements, cancellations, and updates, please contact us at:

sjrgcsteelchallenge@gmail.com

We look forward to seeing you on the range!

Best regards,
St. John’s Rod and Gun Club Steel Challenge Team