| Hello GHRPC Members. DRAFT Minutes of the Regular Meeting Grays Harbor Rifle and Pistol Club August 19, 2025 The meeting was called to order @ 6:35 p.m. by President Riley Morris Executive Board/Trustees/Committee members present President Riley Morris Vice President Roy Pauley Treasurer Paul Gardner – excused Secretary Jim Nearing Trustees Jacob Matsen Gina Rawling – excused Colin Scott – absent Committee Members Jerry Charlton – Black Powder, Gary Emberly – Pistol Group, Lance Fry – Trap Group, Dale Hensley – .50 BMG – Absent FLAG SALUTE Treasurer Report was not presented because the treasurer Paul Gardner was not in attendance. Meeting Minutes. The minutes from the July 15 meeting were read and approved. COMMITTEE REP0RTS Committee reports were given by Jerry Charlton – Black Powder, Gary Emberley – Pistol League, and Lance Fry – Trap Shooting Firearms instruction. Riley spoke of our Firearms Instructor Eagle Tovar. One of the new members that came tonight commented on their satisfaction with the class they attended. Riley reminded Club Members that classes are open to the public as well as Club Members. Eagle’s email address is posted on the Club web page under the training tab. 50 BMG Shooting. Riley shared about shooting .50 cal at the range. Shooters should contact Dale Hensley for instructions before shooting. His contact info is on the web page. ‘ Club VP Roy Pauley talked about safety equipment and First Aid kits on the property. He reminded Club Members that parking in the grass areas is iffy. Roy recognized John Huber and Brian Chambers for their work cutting the grass on the range property. Roy reminded club members that help is still needed to knock down weeds on the lower range. Weed eaters and gas are in the maintenance closet right outside the clubhouse door. Grounds Maintenance. Riley asked members to help maintain the range property. There are two weed eaters in the maintenance room along with gas. Roy shared about operating the riding lawn mower and some soft spots in the lower range to be aware of . There is a work party to be held in August. Guest Waivers. Riley held up a guest waiver form for Club Members to view and talked about the importance of having complete and legibly filled out guest forms for everyone that comes onto the range property. The logbook is updated monthly. If your guest’s name is not in the book, please complete a new form. Membership Renewals. Club Members should attend at least one meeting a year to qualify for Club renewal. Waivers are available for members that cannot attend a meeting for medical reasons or if they live out of the area. Write “Exemption” on the top of the B Form when you mail it in. Please give a brief reason for the exemption. Our calendar year is January through December. If you are renewing by mail your renewal needs to be postmarked BEFORE April 1. April 1 or later, Club Members must renew in person at a Club meeting. Shooting targets. Targets have been moved to drawers in the red, white, and blue cabinet near the door. The suggested donation price is 20¢. Bylaw Changes. Riley talked about changes made to Club bylaws. Club officer duties have been updated. Speaking, reading, and understanding English have been added as a requirement for club membership. A 30-day waiting period has been added for Club officers to be vetted before taking the new position. Rules of order wording was changed in Article 10. The rules of dissolution were removed. The Bylaw changes are posted on the bulletin board and will be posted to the web page. Rayonier Promised Land Recreational Land. Roy informed Club Members getting access to Promised Land Park for camping. Roy has the forms to fill out for access. NEW MEMBERS 13 New Club Members were voted in as a block. Gerry Anderson Chris Holland Jack Anderson Sieg Johnson David Brown Evan Kehn Randy Buchner Michael Perigen Jason Daniel Stephanie Perigen Matthew Erickson Ethan Six Michael Truxel There being no other items of business, the meeting was concluded at 7:24p.m. Jim Nearing Secretary Grays Harbor Rifle and Pistol Club The next meeting of the Grays Harbor Rifle and Pistol Club will be held September 19, 2025, at 6:30pm. It is recommended that new members arrive early to expedite the application/payment process. Please inform inquiring prospective members. |