Minutes

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
March 11, 2025

OLD BUSINESS:

No old business

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday March 11, 2025, at 7:00pm. Presided over by President Jim
Waltenbaugh. There were 21 members present. Meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The
minutes from the December meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the
minutes as read was made by Joe Ferguson and seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion was passed by voice
vote. The treasures report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasures
report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Joe Ferguson.

BUILDINGS
Neil Jankosky gave a report on the new garage. 2 nd . phase is complete with the electricity in the building.
Joe Ferguson fixed the thermostat.
Larry Laurenti replaced the flag.

GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti said we need to schedule a work day to clean up the grounds. Officers will plan it at their
meeting on March, 20.

RANGE
Rich Catchpole, Nothing

ARCHERY
Larry, archery range needs clean up.

TRAP
Steve Milicic reported 7 lines shot for $32.00, and a Balance of $1763.00.
There will be a price increase to $5.00 per line.
Steve would also like to thank Bill Reichenecker, and Tom and Debbie Becker for their help with the trap
range when he recuperating.

FIVE-STAND
Jim Troiano reported that the 5-Stand will be opening May 7 and will be only open on the 1 st . and 3 rd .
Wednesdays.
There will be a price increase to $6.00 per line.

YOUTH DAY
Youth Day is being planned for August 2, 2025. More info about volunteering and signing up kids will be
coming out soon.

NRA
Nothing

MEMBERSHIP
Nothing

NEW BUSINESS
Bob Matteo talked about the Numec Security Co. wanting to use our facilities for training. After much
discussion, the membership voted No to letting them.
Larry stated that we need to have more NRA certified range instructors, contact him to get on the list.

RAFFLE
Lyle Walker won $17.00 and donated it to Youth Day.
Jim Wigle won a pen and Larry won a flashlight.

PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Francis Gray. The motion passed by
voice vote.

ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Geoff Spiering and seconded by ????. The motion was passed
by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Neil Jankosky

The monthly meeting of the Vandergrift Sportsman’s Association was held on Tuesday February 11, 2024. at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh.  There were 18 members present.  The meeting was opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance”.  The minutes of the January 14, 2025 meeting were passed out to all members present.  A motion to accept the minutes as written was made by Joe Ferguson and seconded by Frank Gray.  The motion was passed by voice vote.  The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present.  A motion to accept the treasure’s report as written was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Joseph Ferguson.  The motion was passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS

Joseph Ferguson looked into the recent request to lease/sell the mineral rights on club property.   Jim Waltenbaugh decided this subject will be discussed at the first officers/directors meeting to be held in April.

Frances Gray Sr. reported on his efforts to have the club parking lot light converted to an LED light.    After a brief discussion it was decided that Frances will continue to acquire pricing from West Penn Power for the project.   Joseph Ferguson volunteered to check into any requirements from Washington Twp. on the installation of outside parking lot lights.   

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Buildings

No Report

Grounds

Larry Laurenti updated the members on the repair on the entrance gate.

Ranges

No Report

Archery

Larry Laurenti noted that the 3D targets have been removed from the archery range.    At this point the archery range is open for use on a limited basis until spring.

Trap

There was no activity on the trap range during the month of January

5-Stand Report

5-Stand remains closed for the winter.   

YOUTH DAY

Frank Gray has requested the date of August 2, 2025 for our annual Youth Day.    He is awaiting approval of that date from the NRA.

Membership

Debbie Becker noted that the 2025 membership is currently full at 700 members.

NEW BUSNESS

NRA

Ron Henry has been working with Jim Lewis on the process for applying for NRA grant money.    All suggestions for NRA Grants are to be brought to Ron’s attention.

Review of bills to be paid

Larry Laurenti presented a list of outstanding bills.    A motion to pay the bills was made by R.J. Huth & seconded by Terry Huth

The motion passed by voice vote.

Raffle

The raffle was won by R. J. Hunt.   He won $xx.00 and donated it to the club Youth Day account.

Adjournment

A motion for adjournment was made by R.J. Huth, seconded by Terry Huth & passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by:

Larry Laurenti

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.

December 10, 2024

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday December 10, 2024, at 7:00pm. Presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh. There were 27 members present. Meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the November meeting were passed out to all members present.

A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Joe Ferguson and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion was passed by voice vote.

The treasures report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasures report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Terry Huth.

OLD BUSINESS:

Francis Gray Talked about meeting with West Penn Power about a light.Joe Ferguson repaired the heater at the trap range. Damage was caused by mice. He charged only for materials $235.00. THANK YOU, Joe.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

BUILDINGS

Neil Jankosky gave a report on the new garage. The permit was received. The building was delivered on Nov. 25 and built on Nov. 26 and 27. Inspections were made and approved. Next is getting electrical and cement work done weather permitting.

GROUNDS

Larry Laurenti said there was a problem with the key pads freezing up at the gate.Also, codes will be changed at the first of the year, and both codes will be good for about two weeks.

RANGE

Larry put a new back board at the 50yd. range. Also stated that we need to design a roof for the back board because the rain warps them. Reminded everyone to please put old targets and trash in the dumpster and not in the brass cans.

ARCHERY

Larry stated range is OK and the silhouettes will be taken down soon.

TRAP

Larry reported for Steve Milicic. The trap is broken and we are trying to find someone to repair it.

FIVE-STAND

Jim Troiano Reported the 5-Stand is closed for the season. He gave $2000.00 to the treasurer and has a starting balance for next year of $270.

YOUTH DAY

No Report

NRA

No Report

MEMBERSHIP

Debbie Becker reported approximately 120 Renewals are still out. And that orientation for new members would be Jan. 4 or 5.

NEW BUSINESS

Members saw a video of the accidental discharge at the trap range to see if anyone recognized who the people were. There was discussion about safety and the need to inform the officers if anyone has an accidental shooting.

Frank Gray gave a report on sight in days. We had 28 members and 17 non-members shoot a total of 58 firearms in the 3 Sundays. Helpers helped many people with bore sighting and fine tuning their guns. There was good food and good times for all.

RAFFLE

Randy McDevitt won $20.00 and donated it to Youth Day.

PAY BILLS

A motion to pay the bills was made by Francis Gray and seconded by RJ Huth. The motion passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNMENT

A motion for adjournment was made by RJ Huth and seconded by Butch Schrecengost. The motion was passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by: Neil Jankosky

Upcoming Events
SITE IN DAYS
Will be Nov. 10,17, and 24
Time: 12:00pm. to 5:00pm.More Info to follow

CLUB NEWS2025
Renewals are being sent out.
All renewals need to be returned by Dec. 31, 2024 Or you will be put on the waiting list.
All forms must be filled out in full.
Please make sure all info is correct and legible.

Jim Troiano is looking for people to help with the 5-Stand.Anyone interested please contact: Jim Troiano at: 724-681-7059

HUNTING SEASON IS HERE

Everyone have a safe and enjoyable season

Vandergrift Sportsmen Association November Newsletter Important Dates Nov. 12 7:00pm. Monthly Meeting Nov. 14 Swat Night Training.  Ranges will be closed from 2:00 pm. to 10:00 pm.                          Every Wednesday: Trap opens 1:30pm. and 5-Stand opens at 3:30pm.                                  5-Stand will be closing for the season Oct. 30                                  5- Stand will reopen in April

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association Inc.
September 10, 2024

The monthly meeting of the Vandergrift Sportsmens Association was held on Tuesday September 10, 2024. at
7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh. There were 13 members present. The meeting was
opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance”. The minutes of the August meeting were passed out to all members
present. A motion to accept the minutes as written was made by Neil Jankosky and seconded by Steve Milcic.
The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A
motion to accept the treasure’s report as written was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Frances Gray Sr.
The motion was passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS
Neil Jankowski ask members present if there were any issues or concerns on the Mail Chimp mailings being
sent to members. Bob Matteo said he was ask recently by a member if other things like advertisements could
be included in the emails. Jim Waltenbaugh stated the request will be discussed at the quarterly officers
meeting in October.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Buildings
No Report

Grounds
Jim Waltenbaugh stated that the club has received a request form the member that is cutting the club grass
for an increase in payment for this service. He is asking the payment for one cutting be increased from $75.00
to $150.00.
After a brief discussion it was decided to bring this request in front of the club Board of Directors at the Board
meeting on October 24 th . Larry Laurenti will contact the member cutting the club grass and inform him of this
decision. Larry will alert Jim of this person’s response.

Ranges
No Report

Archery
Larry Laurenti noted that the archery range has seen an increase of activity recently. The main target is
seeing a lot of activity and the woods course is also getting usage. A large cherry tree fell on the woods
course and has been removed. Larry also stated a new crossbow target has been purchased for the main
target area and will be put out this week. Larry is also going to try and put a couple 3D targets on the woods
course.

Trap
Steve Milcic reported on the August activity at the trap range.

5-Stand Report
Jim Troiano reported on the 5-Stand August activity. Jim noted that one of the trap machines is out for
repair. We are currently using a spare unit in its place.

YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray did an inventory on ammunition available for next year’s youth day. Frank noted that there is an
ample supply of 22 shells and 410 shotgun shells. 20 gauge shotgun shells will need to be purchased. The
question of applying for a grant from the NRA for this was discussed. The procedure for NRA grant
application will be reviewed.

Membership
No Report

NEW BUSNESS
Neil Jankosky gave an update on the new garage project.
Nomination of club officers for 2025 was discussed. Jim Waltenbaugh stated that he has received a notice
from the current secretary that they will be no longer serving in that position in 2025.
Basically all positions for club officers and Directors are open for nominations at this time. It was suggested
that an email be sent to all members noting this. Neil Jankosky will draft an email to be sent to the
membership. After review and approval by Jim Waltenbaugh the email will be sent to the membership.

Raffle
The 50/50 raffle was won by Neil Jankosky. He won $X.XX and donated it to the club general account.
A list of outstanding bills was presented.
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray seconded by Jim
Wigle and passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Jim Wigle, seconded by Neil Jankosky & passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by:
Larry Laurenti

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc. August 13, 2024

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 18 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.”

The minutes from the July meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Butch Schreckengost and seconded by Steve Milicic. The motion was passed by voice vote.

The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Jim Wigle The motion passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS

Neil Jankosky gave an update on Mail Chimp.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

BUILDINGS

No Report

GROUNDS

No Report

RANGE

Terry Huth, Ray Huth, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –

ARCHERY

Larry Laurenti stated that the archery range is up and running.

TRAP

Steve Milicic stated that there was an opening balance of $xxxxx. There were 52 lines shot. The income was $xxxxx Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx.

FIVE – STAND REPORT

Jim Troiano reported an opening balance of $xxxxx. There were 63 lines shot. The income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $ 0.00. Leaving an ending balance $1,511.00

YOUTH DAY

Frank Gray wanted to thank all the volunteers for their help on set up day and Youth Day, He also stated there was 51 youth and the cost for the day was $4,912.81

NRA

No Report

MEMBERSHIP

Debbie Becker wanted to thank everyone for the donations to the Shriners.

NEW BUSINESS

Neil Jankosky stated he could share the clubs events with Washington Township and they will put it on their monthly newsletter.Neil Jankosky gave a report on the cost of the new building.

The building is $28,274.00.

The following prices are estimates:

Concrete $8,000.00;

Electrical $2,000.00;

Dry Wells $2,000.00;

Permits $2,000.00;

Engineering fees $3,000.00

for an estimated cost of $50,000.00.

A motion to get the new building started was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Geff Spiering.The motion passed by voice vote.

Francis Gray stated that he spoke with West Penn Power about getting a led light to replace the existing cut to dawn light. They said that they will get back to him after the first of the year.

RAFFLE

The raffle was won by Debbie Becker. She won $xxxxx.Frank Gray won a Dairy Queen gift card.

PAY BILLS

A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Jim Troiano. The motion passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNIMENT

A motion for adjournment was made by Francis Gray and seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by:

Geff Spiering

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.

June 11, 2024

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh.
There were 22 members present.
The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.”
The minutes from the May meeting were passed out to all members present.
A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray and seconded by Jim Wigle.
The motion was passed by voice vote.
The treasurer’s report was passed out to all members present.
A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Bob Matteo
The motion passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS

Neil Jankosky gave an update on mail chimp stating that the cost will be $22.50 a month.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

BUILDINGS

No Report

GROUNDS

Jim Troiano stated that the grass needs maintained better at the trap and five stand.

RANGE

Terry Huth, Ray Huth, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –

ARCHERY

Larry Laurenti stated that he and a club member started to do some work on the woods part of the archery range.

TRAP

Steve Milicic stated there was an opening balance of $xxxxx There were 109 lines shot. The income was xxxxx Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of xxxxx.
Steve also stated he gave the treasurer xxxxx leaving the closing balance of xxxxx

FIVE – STAND REPORT

Jim Troiano reported a balance of xxxxx Expenses were $ 0.00. There were 75 lines shot. The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance xxxxx

YOUTH DAY

Frank Gray stated that there are 15 youth signed up for Youth Day and that he is still looking for volunteers.

NRA

No Report

MEMBERSHIP

Debbie Becker stated that Deanna Fritz would like to take over her father’s membership.
A motion was made by Chuck DeSabato to let Deanna Fritz have her father’s place in the clubs membership. Bob Matteo seconded the motion.
The motion passed by voice vote.

NEW BUSINESS

Frank Gray stated the club has a paper shredder and that he has been shredding the old files.
Jim Troiano stated the new signs have been made for trap and five stand.
Debbie Becker read a letter from the Shriners looking for donations. A motion to donate $250.00 to the Shriners was made by Jeff Pope and seconded by Rich Catchpole.
The motion passed by voice vote.

RAFFLE

The raffle was won by Randy McDevitt. He won $19.00. He donated it to the Youth Day.

PAY BILLS

A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Jeff Pope. The motion passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNMENT

A motion for adjournment was made by Jeff Pope and seconded by Rich Catchpole. The motion passed by voice vote.

_{Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering}

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.

April 9, 2024

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM, presided over by  President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 23 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the March  meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Jeff Pope and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray  and seconded by Bob Matteo The motion passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS  

No Report

COMMITTEE REPORTS

BUILDINGS  

Larry Laruenti replaced the motion detector on the front club house door.

Francis Gray had a new dusk to dawn light installed on the rifle range building so it l will ight up the parking lot.

GROUNDS  

No Report

RANGE

Terry Huth, Ray Huth, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –

Rich Catchpole stated he painted the gong at the 100 yard range, and still needs to paint one more target frame.

ARCHERY

Larry Laurenti stated that he and a club member started to do some work on the woods part of the archery range.

TRAP

Steve Milici stated there was an opening balance of $xxxxx. There were 60 lines shot. The income was $xxxxx Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx

Steve also stated that he purchased three stools for the trap range club house.

FIVE – STAND REPORT

Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses were $ 0.00. There were no lines shot. The income was $0.00  Jim also reported that he turned over $0.00 to the treasure. Leaving an ending balance  $xxxxx

YOUTH DAY

Frank Gray stated that Lee Caporali is going to help with Youth Day.

Frank also stated that the forms for Youth Day will be put on the website on June 1st. 

NRA

No Report

MEMBERSHIP 

No Report

NEW BUSINESS

Jim Troiano stated that a club member said he would like to see yardage marks put on the pistols ranges.

Adam Karglitiz would like to see the cement archery yardage range markers painted. 

Larry Laurenti stated there will be a Hunters Education class held on June 15, 2024.

Larry also stated that he has a form printed up for club members to use to get reimbursed for their purchases. 

RAFFLE

The  raffle was won by Ron Henry.  He won $xxxxx. He donated it to the building project.

PAY BILLS

A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Ray Huth The motion passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNIMENT

A motion for adjournment was made by Jeff Pope and seconded by Ray Huth. The motion passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering

VANDERGRIFT SPORTSMEN CLUB 1ST QUARTER NEWSLETTER 2024

A little late getting the newsletter out because the web page was down for a couple of months.

We would like to welcome all 65 new members to the Club.

You’ll find it’s a great place to shoot and have fun with the other members.

YOUTH-DAY WILL BE AUGUST 3rd THE FIRST SATURDAY IN AUGUST.

Frank Gray who leads the youth-day always needs help so contact him at              724-568-4163.

There was an officers meeting February 15th 2024

The ranges will be closed so the swat team can practice.

03-14-24   2 pm to 9 pm

05-09 -24  9 am to 5 pm

06-27-24   9 am to 5 pm

09-12-24   9 am to 5 PM

MENTORED YOUTH TROUT DAY IS MARCH 30TH STATEWIDE

FISH-FOR-FREE-DAYS ARE MAY 26TH AND JULY 4TH

FIRST DAY OF STATEWIDE TROUT IS APRIL 6TH 2024

Please be careful when shooting and respect other members.

Spring turkey season is coming up: YOUTH HUNT APRIL 27 2024 AND STATEWIDE MAY 4 THROUGH THE 31ST. 2024.

Check your digest for more details and times.

On the web page there’s also a calendar of events so check that also.

If anyone has any ideas on how to improve the club please come to a monthly meeting and and let us know.

Later we will pick a work day and they usually last 4 hrs. with food available.

Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association

March 12, 2024

The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM, presided over by  President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 23 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the February  meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Terry Huth and seconded by Francis Gray. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray  and seconded by Bob Matteo The motion passed by voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS  

Neil Jankosky gave an update on mail chimp, He stated it costed $300.00 for training on their program.

Bob Matteo stated the last two target frames have been rebuilt and installed. One of the frames is on the 25 yard range and the second is on the two hundred yard range.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

BUILDINGS  

No Report

GROUNDS  

No Report

RANGE

Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –

Rich Catchpole stated that the gong target, at the 100 yard range post, was replaced.

ARCHERY

Larry Laurenti stated that there is a group of members that are willing to help repair and maintain the woods archery range.

A motion was made by Ron Henry to purchase new hay bails for the archery range  and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion passed by voice vote.

TRAP

No Report  There was an opening balance of $.  The income was $. Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $

FIVE – STAND REPORT

Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses were $ 0.00. There were no lines shot. The income was $0.00  Jim also reported that he turned over $0.00 to the treasure. Leaving an ending balance  $xxxxx

Jim stated five stand will open on April 3, 2024, weather permitting, and that he is still looking for help.

YOUTH DAY

Frank Gray updated the progress on Youth Day.The tent and food have been ordered. He is working on getting the hats. He is still looking for at least one more person to help.

NRA

No Report

MEMBERSHIP.

Debbie Becker stated that the membership is full. Debbie also stated that she created a new membership email. the e-mail is vandrgriftsportmanmembership@gmail.com

NEW BUSINESS

Larry Laurenti stated that there is a problem with the club’s website. It was down for seven weeks but it is now up and running. It cost $90.00 to get it taken care of.

A motion was made by Larry Larunti to have Shawn take over all the clubs social media at an additional $xxxxx a month. It was seconded by Rich Catchpole. The motion passed by voice vote. 

Francis Gray gave an update on the dust to dawn light.

A motion was made by Francis Gray to have a new led light put on the rifle range roof at a cost of $240.00. It was seconded by Larry Laurenti. The motion passed by voice vote.

A motion was made by Bob Matteo to let the gentleman, that rebuilt the target frames, put up an advertisement in the range buildings. It was seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion passed by voice vote.

Niel Jankosky gave an update on the demolition of the old club house. The cost of $xxxxx will include a gravel road, a storage box, the necessary permit, and leveling gravel over the job site.

A motion was made by Bob Matteo to get the demolition and it was seconded by Geff Spiering. The motion passed by voice vote.

RAFFLE

The  raffle was won by Bob Matteo.  He won $21.00. He donated it to the demolition project.

Niel Jankosky won a multi meter.

PAY BILLS

A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Terry Huth The motion passed by voice vote.

ADJOURNIMENT

A motion for adjournment was made by Rich Catchpole and seconded by Ray Huth. The motion passed by voice vote.

Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering

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