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Published Date: 2026-09-07 11:20:00

Now that summer is done it is time for our daytime sporting clays (OFCL) to begin. This Wednesday, 9 Sept 2026 is the first of daytime sporting clay shoots. Format will be the same as other years. We will gather at 10 am for setup. Shoot a round of 50 and then break for lunch (BYO). Then shoot another round and clear away. We normally finish around 3 pm. Fees for clays are $10 for 25 OR one card punch. Cards are $100 for twelve punches.

OFCL Comm.

Published Date: 2026-09-01 21:43:00
Join the St. John’s Rod & Gun Club for our Annual Hunters Challenge! This year we will also be incorporating our Memorial Shoot into this event. This will include the sporting clays portion qualifier towards the Elliot Leyton High Gun Trap and Sporting Clays Award (combined score from the separate trap and sporting clays memorial shoot events).
EVENT DETAILS
  • Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
  • The Course: 75-target Sporting Clays
  • Cost: $30 cash (JRs half-price) OR 3 shoot card punches for targets + $10 for lunch. Shoot cards are available for purchase.
  • Guests of members are warmly welcome! (Note: Guests must be Canadian residents and pay a $5 guest insurance fee)
PRE-REGISTRATION & GEAR
  • Email sjrgcsportingclays@gmail.com to pre-register and help us plan for lunch.
  • What to Bring: Shooters must supply their own firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition (shot size #7.5 shot or smaller permitted).
SCHEDULE
  • 09:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Registration and Squading
  • 10:30 AM: Shotgun Start
  • Lunch: Served immediately following completion of shooting
  • Prizes and awards presented during lunch. Award for Hunters Challenge high overall, Lewis class winners (so everyone has a chance) and Top Junior. Award for Sporting Clays Memorial Shoot will be based on participants “First Fifty” targets for the day.
Note: Please check the St. John's Rod & Gun Club website on the day of the shoot for any updates regarding inclement weather.

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: 2026-04-11 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

Published Date: 2025-09-25 15:59:00

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Contacts for the different groups (Trap, Sporting Clays, Archery) are given on the Contact Us page. Scroll to the bottom. 



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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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