Five Stand is very similar to Sporting Clays in that a wide variety of targets are thrown. No two five-stand events are exactly alike. There are five “stands” or stations to shoot from. There are 6 traps that throw targets in different presentations. Participants shoot in turn at each of the 5 stands and various combinations of targets are thrown from the traps. There is a menu card that will advise the shooter of the sequence of targets and whether its a single, report or true pair.

Five Stand is a great way to get a Sporting Clays like experience in a small amount of space, with very little walking.

The Winchester Canyon Gun Club will be hosting a Sporting Clays. Registration begins at 8:00 AM with shooting starting at 9:00 AM. Late registration closes at 10:00 AM. Reminder: WCGC is a NON-LEAD SHOT only range since Jan 1, 2017. 

Gift Cards will be awarded to the top shooters in each category (number of categories dependent on number of participants).

Cost is $100.00, which includes ammo.

Cost is $60.00, without ammo.

Limit of 40 Shooters, 6 Person Squad Max

Lunch will be available for purchase. Cost $15. Lunch catered by Shalhoob.

PLEASE RSVP FOR LUNCH HERE

ABOUT THE TRAINING

Each dog is individually trained by Fred Presson of High On Kennels. High On Kennels specializes in training hunting dogs. In addition, Fred trains thousands of dogs each year to avoid rattlesnakes. If you haven't seen this type of training before you will be amazed!

IMPORTANT:

• Your dog must be at least six months old to participate. It would be very helpful if your dog has basic obedience training, it will be more difficult to train. 
• Check in and training times can take between 20 and 60 minutes.
• Advanced payment of $85 per dog is required. 1 Dog-$85/2 Dogs-$170/3 Dogs-$255
• Credit card payments are processed through Square or PayPal. Your credit card bill will show Rattlesnake Aversion for Dogs or Debbie Sharpton as the payee.
• No refunds will be issued for cancellations received within one week of the event. 

Training Process

Our training clinics are conducted in a safe, humane, and controlled environment ensuring the safety of your dog, people, and rattlesnakes. The snakes are strategically placed in three stations and the dogs are fitted with an electronic training collar. The dog is led through the training course by the professional trainer while you observe from a short distance away. Your dog is allowed to encounter the rattlesnake at which point the dog is stimulated using the electronic collar.The training process is repeated as many times necessary to assure you that your dog will understand the sight, sound, and smell of a rattlesnake (they have a distinct odor that dogs can discern from other snakes). Certain "refresher" trainings (year 2 and beyond) require only one pass of the course, they remembered! That's what we want to see!

The training session is one-on-one and initially will be repeated several times to make sure the dog understands. The trainer recommends three consecutive annual trainings to secure the sight, scent and smell of a rattlesnake, and the aversion to it in your dog's mind. The check-in, possible wait (some dogs take more time to train than others) and training takes approximately 20-60 minutes.

You will receive a confirmation email after you complete the purchase. If you need assistance registering your dog(s) you can contact me at 805-338-8278 or debbie.sharpton@gmail.com

Register at: https://rattlesnakeclinic.as.me/

Directions for Registering One or More Dogs

1. Choose which appointment type you want based on how many dogs you want to register and where you want to attend.

2. Select a date (in bold type). Choose a start time. The system will block off the full amount of time for you. If you want to space your dogs out for your own personal reasons you will have to register one at a time.

Appointment times are presented at 8 minute intervals to establish the training order only. Actual training times vary.

On Sunday, March 20, 2022 WCGC will be having a RANGE WORK DAY starting at 8:00 am. We will be doing needed maintenance to all the ranges along with painting of the range houses and work on the 200 yard range.

In appreciation of your participation, all participants will receive a FREE LUNCH along with a $25 WCGC Gift Card. This gift card can be applied to your membership renewal, club merchandise or shooting fees. 

PLEASE RSVP FOR YOUR FREE LUNCH!

RSVP HERE: https://wcgc.org/event-4706429

Thank you for helping make WCGC a great place to shoot!

Best regards,
Winchester Canyon Gun Club

Hello!

Wow! It is December already. Seems like this year has flown by quickly. We have had many accomplishments this year at the club. This January we had our road to the rifle and handgun range repaved. In March we had our work day with over 45 members attending. We were able to get many projects completed. This summer we were able to get the berms at the 100 yard and handgun range rebuilt and a layer of soil to cover the exposed rock on the 200 yard range. All this has helped reduce ricochets at the range. This past October we has our 1st Community Safety Day with a great turnout. Thank you to everyone who helped, attended and cooperated with all these things. We look forward to more accomplishments this next year. 

We currently have our food drive going on. Bring your non-perishable goods to the range to help local families this month. See more information below...

Reminder: All ranges will be closed December 21st for the Winter Solstice.

We have been able to acquire some shotgun ammunition and it should arrive by December 8th. An email will be sent out after delivery.

Its that time of year again, and a good number of our members will be up for renewal in February. You can come in now or go online and renew for 2022 and beat the end of the year rush. 

Management and staff would like to wish a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all the members of Winchester Canyon Gun Club! We have some great events for December, see the schedule below. We are looking forward to a New Year filled with great events and safe shooting!

PS: If you are looking for gifts or stocking stuffers, stop by the clubhouse to check out our collection of hats, visors, t-shirts, sweatshirts and gift cards. You can also go online at SHOP HERE to order Gift Cards and WCGC Merchandise to be shipped to you.

DECEMBER EVENTS

December 4, 2021: Falling Plates • 10 am • 200 yard Range

December 4, 2021: Five Stand Practice • 9 am • Skeet Field

December 5, 2021: 3 Gun Practice • 11 am • 200 yard Range

December 19, 2021: Five Stand Trap Fun Shoot • 9 am • Skeet Field

December 26, 2021: Muzzle Loaders • 11 am • 200 yard Range

Go to WCGC Events to keep up to date on upcoming events.

RANGE CLOSURES

December 2, 2021:  200 Yard Range closed all day

December 14, 2021:  200 Yard Range closed all day

December 19, 2021: Skeet Range closed for Five Stand

December 21, 2021: All ranges CLOSED for shooting • Winter Solstice

WCGC Range Rules

WCGC Range Rules.pdf

Remember to have your 2022 Membership Card with you while at the club. Say "Hi" to your fellow shooters while your there and introduce yourself. It's a great way to meet and get to know other members.

4 Cardinal Rules of Firearms Safety

RULE #1
Treat all firearms as if they are always loaded.

RULE #2
Never allow the muzzle of your firearm to point toward anything you do not intend to shoot.

RULE #3
Keep you finger off the trigger until your sights are aligned with the target and you have made the conscious mental decision to shoot.

RULE #4
Be sure of your target and its surroundings.