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No Shoot Trap Shoot Party A Great Time

Trap shooters and friends and family enjoyed a potluck party October 6. It was a beautiful night and a bonfire made the festivities even more enjoyable. The event marked the end of another successful season at the Capital Region Trap League, where Philmont came in third overall.

No Shoot Trap Shoot Party

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September 3D Archery Shoot Winners Announced

The final 3D archery shoot was held on Sunday 9/18/11. Sixty-five archers attended and all had a good time.

The 50/50 winner was Lou Jennings from Stockport who shot a standing bear at 72 yards—he won $27.25.

OPEN CLASS: 1st place, Jim Storms from Elizaville, with a score of 298; 2nd place, Robert Taylor from Churchtown with a score of 284; 3rd place, Walter Krajeski from Greenville with a score of 273;

(l-r) Jim Storms, Walter Krajeski

Trista Bishop

(l-r) Charlie Bingham, Tyler Darcy, Brooke Norton

PRGC Trap Team Takes 3rd Place

David Siter accepts team's 3rd Place award

The Philmont Rod and Gun Club trap shooting team won third place overall in the Capital Region Trap League. Other awards this year include Tom Messina (1st Place, Class C); Doug Cropper (3rd Place, Class C); Bill Morgan, Jr. (3rd Place, Class D). The PRGC Trap Team has a history of excellence. Recent successes include two Presidents Cup wins by Dale Rowe; overall high average by Jay Myers; and seven 1st Place wins in the Ladies Division by Fran Mitchell.
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July 3D Archery Shoot Winners Announced

3D Archers

TOP GUN: Paul Bertrand-290; Ron Gaylord-172 HUNTER CLASS: Mason Willis 302; Eric Delong-286; Josh Fingar-278 TRADITIONAL: Ted Lennon-171; Gerald Whitcomb-171; Jonathan Ment-58 YOUTH: Tanner Jennings-246 WOMEN: Tricia Thibeault-208; Amanda Garrigan-172

50/50 winner was Paul Bertrand who shot a standing bear at 70 yds; Paul was kind enough to donate the money back to the Archery.

Paul Bertrand, 50/50 Long Shot winner

June 3D Archery Shoot Winners Announced

31 Archers were in attendence at the June 26 3D archery shoot.

Mason Willis had the top score for the bowhunters class with a score of 272. Greg Cooke had the top score for Top Gun class with a score of 251. Gerald Whitcomb had the top score for Traditional Class with a score of 213. Eric Delong won the Hole in block 50/50. Lou Jennings won the 50/50 for the long shot standing bear.

Congratulations to these winners and to everyone who participated!

60 Young Anglers Participate in 2011 Fishing Derby

The 2011 Fishing Derby was a great day for young anglers. After catching 119 fish from the PRGC pond, the young anglers enjoyed hot dogs and sodas in the club house, followed by awards presented by Club president David Siter. Every angler left the club with a prize and T-Shirt. View pictures of the event here.

Top prize winners all came from the Cub category (up to age 5): The highest total inches caught was awarded to Tyler Graziosi, who accumulated 71 ¼ inches of fish. The largest catch was a 21” bass caught by Alana Graziano. The most fish caught was awarded to Noelle Coons.

Other top prize winners in the Cub category: 1st Place, Nathaniel Coons; 2nd Place, Michael Ferrara; 3rd Place, Login Rowe.

Juniors (ages 6-10): 1st Place, Makayla Bertoldi; 2nd Place, Josh Durant; 3rd Place, Steven Ruggles.

Seniors (ages 11-15): 1st Place, Kelsey Winters; 2nd Place, Eddie Ferratto; 3rd Place, James Charron.

2011 Fishing Derby Kids

2011 Fishing Derby Kids

A big thank you to sponsors who supported this event:
A Sharper Image, Bob Fisher, CCDSBA, Claverack Package Store, Columbia/Green Sportman's Association, Columbia County Sportsman's Fed., Ed Herrington Inc., Jim Schaible Construction, John A. Alvarez & Sons, John Campeta, Johnnie Walker Insurance, Key Bank N.A., Local 111 Restaurant, Meltz Lumber, Montague Oil Company, Patrick DelGrande, D.D.S., Sheldon Glass Service, Stewarts Shops, The UPS Store, Williams Lumber Inc., Your Place For Guns, Dave Ruggles, Columbia Crusiers, Mountain View Masonry & Landscape.

2011 Sportsmen’s Challenge --
Cropper Takes Iron Man Title

1st: Doug Cropper, 2nd: Brian T. Johnson, 3rd: Dale Rowe

The sixth annual Sportsmen’s Challenge, sponsored by the Philmont Rod & Gun Club, was conducted on January 30, 2011. The event can be best described as the ultimate outdoor sports iron man or woman competition involving various skills in the shooting and angling venues. read more...

No Shoot Trap Shoot Party a Powderless Blast

Club members and friends enjoyed celebrating the end of the warm-weather trap season as well as the trap team's 2nd Place win in the Capital Region League. View more pictures of the event here.

2010 No Shoot Trap Shoot Party

2010 3D Archery a Big Success

Mark and Michelle Daniels organized an exciting series of 3D Archery shoots this summer that drew many people from several counties. View pictures of the event here.

2010 3D Archery

Delicious Food at Club Picnic

Club President David Siter organized a very enjoyable day for all who attended this year's club picnic. Guests brought food to share, and all the food -- from BBQ chicken and potato salad to home-baked cookies and cherry cheesecake -- was delicious! View pictures of the event here.

2010 Club Picnic

More Guests at Game Dinner Than Ever Before

Nearly 80 people enjoyed delicious fare at this year's game dinner, which included elk, moose, bear, pheasant, bluegill trout and much more. Thank you to everyone who helped make this evening such a great time for all. View pictures of the dinner here.

2010 Game Dinner

2010 Fishing Derby A Great Day For Youth

Lots of kids showed up to enjoy the fishing derby this year! A list of prize winners will be posted at a later date. Thank you to all volunteers who made this event a success. View pictures of the event here.

2010 Fishing Derby

2010 Sportsmen's Challenge A Fun Day For All

The Philmont Rod & Gun Club hosted the 5th Annual Sportsmen's Challenge Feb. 21, 2010. This event can best be described as the "iron man" competition involving aspects of the hunting, shooting and fishing sports.

1st Place Dale Rowe, 2nd Place Will Montague, 3rd Place Brian Johnson