Joining our club provides you with a range of membership options tailored to meet diverse preferences. For individuals aged 18 to 64, the membership fee is $50.00, offering access to our facilities and activities. Seniors aged 65 and over can enjoy the same benefits at a discounted rate of $25.00. We express our gratitude to active or disabled military personnel by offering them complimentary membership; all that’s needed is a copy of relevant documentation. For those seeking a more inclusive experience, the Family membership, priced at $75.00, covers the member’s spouse and children aged 17 and under. Embrace the community spirit and recreational opportunities our club provides, tailored to suit every age group and military service, ensuring an inclusive and enriching experience for all.
Gem City Outdoorsmen Club
Range Rules and General Information
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, WE HAVE IMPLEMENTED THE FOLLOWING RULES OF CONDUCT WHEN YOU ARE ON THE RANGE AND AT THE CLUB. PLEASE FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THEM.
RANGES ARE FOR MEMBERS ONLY. One guest at a time, then that guest must become a member.
YOU MUST OBEY INSTRUCTIONS FROM A RANGE OFFICER IF HE/SHE IS PRESENT.
ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE PREMITTED ON THE RANGES.
ABSOLUTELY NO FIREARMS SHOULD BE LOADED OR HANDLED WHEN THERE ARE PEOPLE FORWARD OF THE FIRING LINE.
BE SURE THAT ALL ACTIONS AND LOADING GATES ARE OPEN AND THAT THE FIRING LINE IS DECLARED “SAFE” BEFORE PROCEEDING FORWARD OF THE FIRING LINE.
ABSOLUTELY NO AERIAL SHOOTING WITH RIFLES OR HANDGUNS IS PERMITTED. ALL SHOOTING MUST BE DIRECTED INTO THE GRAVEL BANK BACKSTOPS .
ARCHERY SHOOTING WILL BE AT DESIGNATED TARGETS ON THE WALK THROUGH TRAILS OR AT THE PRACTICE RANGE.
SHOTGUNS- PATTERNING SHOTGUNS ONLY AT CARDBOARD TARGETS HUNG ON THE WIRE, west of trap house.
DO NOT PLACE TARGETS ON TOP OF OR ATTACHED TO THE TARGET FRAMES AND UPRIGHTS. GLASS TARGETS ARE PROHIBITED.
NO FULLY AUTOMATIC FIREARMS ARE PERMITTED.
EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION MUST BE WORN.
BEFORE LEAVING, COLLECT AND DISPOSE OF PAPER TARGETS AND ALL TRASH IN RECEPTICALES PROVIDED.
POND IS OPEN FOR FISHING BUT IS A CATCH AND RELEASE AREA ONLY WITH BARBLESS HOOKS.
PORT-A-JONS ARE AVAILABLE WHEN THE CLUB HOUSE IS NOT OPEN.
POLICE THE GROUNDS AND HELP KEEP THEM CLEAN.
MEMBERSHIP CARD MUST BE CARRIED WHEN USING THE CLUBGROUNDS.
DIRECTOR MEETINGS ARE AT 6:45 PM ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY FOLLOWED BY THE GENERAL MEETING. All members are invited to attend either or both of the meetings.
FLY TIERS MEET THE SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH.
TRAP HOUSE IS OPEN FOR PRACTICE ON SUNDAYS & TUESDAYS.
ALWAYS CHECK BULLETIN BOARDS FOR ANY CHANGE OF SHOOTING HOURS/DAYS BECAUSE OF SPECIAL EVENTS.
RIFLE AND SHOTGUN RANGES WILL BE CLOSED FOR SCHEDULED ARCHERY AND YOUTH EVENTS.
IF YOU OPEN THE COMBINATION LOCK ON THE GATE, BE SURE THE GATE IS SECURELY OPENED AND ATTACHED TO THE POSTS PROVIDED OR CLOSED WHEN YOU PASS THROUGH. USE CAUTION DRIVING THROUGH IF YOU DO NOT FASTEN IT, AS THE WIND WILL PUSH IT OPEN AND SHUT. WHEN LEAVING, BE SURE TO SECURE THE LOCK.
USE A SAFE SPEED WHEN DRIVING ON THE GROUNDS.
ATV USE IS PERMITTED FOR CLUB EVENTS ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONS.
JUNIOR MEMBERS MUST BE WITH A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE CLUB WHILE USING THE GROUNDS.
SAFETY AND SPORTSMANSHIP ARE VERY IMPORTANT AT G.C.O.C. PLEASE REPORT ANY INCIDENTS THAT ARE AGAINST OUR POLICIES. ANYONE FOUND IN VIOLATION OF ANY OF THESE RULES IS SUBJECT TO EXPULSION AND/OR PROSECUTION.
MANDATORY GEM CITY OUTDOORSMEN CLUB RANGE SAFETY VERIFICATION
Several incidents of unsafe and dangerous firearm handling practices have been witnessed on the Pistol/100 yard Rifle Range recently. This disregard for basic firearm safety and lack of respect for club rules must stop immediately. These incidents of unsafe gun handling have placed fellow members in jeopardy, and fear of injury has been reported. lt is the duty of all members to police the pistol and rifle ranges to ensure that strict safety rules are practiced at all times.
Therefore, the Board of Directors has acted to institute the following rules and policies in addition to the Range Rules posted at the gun range. All members are to read this document and sign their name below to attest that they have read, understand, and will abide by these requirements while on the ranges. A Range safety Verification Card will be issued by the Board of Directors once this document has been returned, and must be carried along with your membership card every time you shoot.
NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling.
ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
ALWAYS keep your gun unloaded until ready to shoot.
Gem City Range Safety Rules and Policies
Read, know, and obey all posted Range Safety Rules.
Know your target and what is beyond.
Know where other shooters are at all times .
All firearms are to be carried to and from the range UNLOADED with ACTION OPEN.
Firearms are only allowed to be loaded at the bench areas.
NO FIREARMS are to have a loaded chamber while at the ready behind the benches. Magazines must be out with action open.
When the range is “CLEAR” all firearms are to be placed on the bench or rack with the safety engaged and not touched.
THE PISTOL AND 100-YARD RIFLE RANGE ARE CONSIDERED ONE UNIT AND MUST BE CLOSED OR “CLEAR” AT THE SAME TIME.
If there is a “CEASE FIRE” all shooters are to stop firing immediately, engage the safety, and put the firearm down.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ANYONE TO COMMENCE FIRING WHEN THERE ARE OTHERS DOWN EITHER RANGE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RULE WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE LOSS OF MEMBERSHIP PRIVLEGES.
MEMBERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONDUCT AND ACTIONS OF THEIR GUESTS.
Membership Options:
Memberships run from September 1st through August 31st.
Please note that the Active/Disabled Military option is free but requires documentation to avail of the no-charge benefit. The Family option covers the member’s spouse and children who are 17 years old or younger.
NEW MEMBERS (ONLY)
Electronic gate cards must be picked up at the club as well as your membership cards.
Pick-ups can be made on Sundays or Tuesdays between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the Trap House.
Also at a meeting on the third Wed of each month (7-8 pm)
We now have a mail slot for dropping off memberships.
Please put it in an envelope and note what it’s for. Located to the right of the main clubhouse door. Currently we only accept cash or check. Please make checks to Gem City Outdoorsmen Club before mailing
Mail to either of the addresses listed:
GCOC
PO Box 8123
Erie, PA 16505
or
Julie Lender
10074 Old Route99
McKean, PA 16426