WELCOME TO THE WILLIAMS LAKE SPORTSMEN'S ASSOCIATION
WLSA is a non-profit members and guest only outdoor firearm Association affiliated with Cariboo Archers
CURRENT COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS / RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT
Members/Guests have access to:
- archery field range
- archery outdoor range
- 2 indoor archery ranges
- shotgun range – trap and skeet
- 3 IPSC / Cowboy Action designed ranges*
- 2 addition IPSC / Cowboy Action designed ranges for events
- 100 / 200 meter rifle range
- 100 meter 22 cal range
- 50 meter hand gun range
- members club house (mobility access)
- large gazebo with barbecue stands
- scheduled training dates
- club events
- trophy and award eligible
*When the IPSC / Cowboy Action ranges are not being used on designated days, members/guests have full access.
All of our facilities, are available for private rental to individuals or groups at reasonable rates. Members/guests are encouraged to check the calendar page for facility availability. While we strive to maintain an accurate calendar,safety, maintenance and life are unpredictable factors.
We offer several types of memberships, from individual, couples and family.
All provide the same access to the facility.
- Junior (18 and under) – $35 annual
- Adult (19 to 64 years young) – $80 annual
- Senior ( 65 plus young) – $45 annual
- Senior + Partner – $65 annual
- Adult + Partner – $100 annual
- Adult + Partner + Junior – $110 annual
- Adult + Partner + 2 Junior $120 annual
* If you have other requirements, please talk to us.
Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association memberships are available from these great local business.
(Sorry, cash or cheque only and for faster service please complete the form available on the Membership Page prior to attending)
SCHEDULED RANGE/TRAINING DAYS
These days and time blocks have been set aside for the different disciplines to practice their skills. If a range has been closed it is because the scheduled event would compromise safety, otherwise other ranges are open including indoor archery ALL SUBJECT TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
Some discipline volunteer co-ordinaters may cancel training due to weather or seasonal conditions as well winter closure may occur. Please contact them for information
Please check calendar in case of range rental. Maintenance may also close a range.
MONDAY
WL PRACTICAL SHOOTERS @ IPSC RANGE (Bays 1,2,3) – 4:00 pm to dusk – (available)
MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
Shotgun Range * CLOSED * at this time for safety. All other ranges open.
TUESDAY
No training sessions scheduled – MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
WEDNESDAY
WL SHOTGUN @ SHOTGUN RANGE – 5:00 pm to dusk.
MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
IPSC Range * CLOSED * at this time for safety. All other ranges open.
Indoor Archery – 7:00 pm (check calendar) – MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
THURSDAY
No training sessions scheduled – MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
FRIDAY
No training sessions scheduled – MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
SATURDAY
CHILCOTIN RANGERS (Cowboy Action) @ IPSC RANGE (Bays 1,2,3) – 1:00 pm
MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
Shotgun Range * CLOSED * at this time closed for safety. All other ranges open.
SUNDAY
WL PRACTICAL SHOOTERS @ IPSC RANGE (Bays 1,2,3) – 9:00 am – 12 noon
MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
Shotgun Range * CLOSED * at this time for safety. All other ranges open.
WL SHOTGUN TRAP @ SHOTGUN RANGE – 12 noon – 4:oo pm
MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
IPSC Range * CLOSED * at this time for safety. All other ranges open
Indoor Archery – 2:00 pm – (check calendar) MAINTAIN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
FUTURE CLUB EVENTS
Thank you to all those who volunteered in the events and to all those who came out. It was another good year and we hope to repeat it this coming year. If you are able, please come out as a volunteer, participant or both.
Saturday June 26 2021
SPORTING CLAY SHOOT (Shotgun)
Except for Club House, this will be a FULL RANGE CLOSURE
Check calendar and range board for closure during preparation.
June 20 2021 – confirmed – still on
Sunday June 27 2021
CLIFF STINSON MEMORIAL SHOOT (Shotgun)
June 20 2021 – confirmed – still on
IPSC Range closed, Shotgun Range Closed
Rifle Range open. Pistol Range open.
Saturday 17 July 2021 - Sunday July 18 2021
CLUB EVENT - WL PRACTICAL SHOOTERS (IPSC)
IPSC Qualifier CANCELLED
Now Club event
Ranges 1 – 4 to be used.
Check calendar and range board for closure during preparation.
DETAILS TO FOLLOW
Friday 13 August 2021 - Sunday 15 August 2021 (inclusive)
COWBOY ACTION
2018 Cowboy Action
CHECK FOR RANGE CLOSURES
Details to follow
BOARD MEETING DATES
Board meeting on 1st Monday of the month, subject to holiday, commence at 7:00 pm (19:00 hrs)
NOTE: SOME DATES MAY BE CANCELLED DUE TO COVID -19 RESTRICTIONS.
– Alternative arraignments will be considered –
| Monday 04 January 2021 | Monday 01 February 2021 | Monday 01 March 2021 |
| Monday 12 April 2021 | Monday 03 May 2021 | Monday 07 June 2021 |
| Monday 13 September 2021 | ||
| Monday 04 October 2021 | Monday 01 November 2021 | Monday 06 December 2021 |
GAME/CATCH - IMPORTANT DATES/TIMES
Harvest Date for 2021
31 December 2021
11:59 pm (23:59 hrs)
Submission Date for 2021
05 January 2022
5:00 pm (17:00 hrs)
REMEMBER – some game/catch require special preparation
The CCFR is a completely different group in that they are a public relations organization that focuses on both educating non-gun owning Canadians on the topic and representing gun owners in a positive light.
To see the Introduction to the CCFR video go HERE
Go to BC gov site for “BC Recreational Freshwater Fishing Licence”
2021 to 2023 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis
In effect April 01 2021
If you would like your catch considered for an award at the Wild Game Banquet, check the Awards | Trophies page.
Please note that Association categories and rules were revised on 08 May 2019
Go to BC gov. site for “BC Resident Hunting” info
The 2020-2022 Hunting & Trapping Regulations Synopsis is effective from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2022.
If you would like your catch considered for an award at the Wild Game Banquet, check the Awards | Trophies page.
Please note that Association categories and rules were revised on 08 May 2019
Learn about BC fishing regulations and licence info, species identification, responsible fishing practices and more.
