Grange Bowmen Inc. in Bridgeman Downs, Queensland, Australia | Archery range

Grange Bowmen Inc.

Locality: Bridgeman Downs, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3264 4537

Address: 534 Albany Creek Road, 4035 Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.grangebowmen.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Our Bowhunter's Proficiency Course is being held on 29 November 2020. This all-day course will require some prior reading. You can purchase a copy of the National Bowhunter Education Manual from our clubhouse during club hours (Wednesday mornings and weekends). If you have any further questions, please email us on [email protected] There are limited spots available for this course, so register your interest as soon as possible on https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/

25.01.2022 Good evening archers We have another shoot coming up! This time, the Golden Boar Novelty Shoot. When: Saturday 31 October... Time: 3pm muster for a 3:30pm start Cost: $15 (includes a burger and a soft drink) Shoot type: 3D Field Range, Charging Boar & Steel Peg Bow type: only sighted bows will qualify. However, anyone can shoot Register: https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/ See more

25.01.2022 It was great to see everyone enjoy themselves at the HuntingDale Shoot today!

21.01.2022 Our next working bee is next Saturday 6 February. If you have the chance to come down and help us around the club, we would forever grateful. We even have a sausage sizzle and a soft drink for all who help!... Can't make this working bee but would love to help in the future? Take a look at our upcoming working bee events here: https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/?mec_category=working-bee

20.01.2022 Join us for our AGM on Sunday 28 March from 9am. All members are encouraged to attend as it gives everyone the opportunity to hear about what's happening around the club. Members are also welcome to nominate to become a part of our committee team. The nomination form was emailed out to members on the 1st of March (let us know if you missed it!). Positions are:... Executive Committee - President - Secretary - Treasurer - Membership Secretary - ABA Representative Executive Council - Vice President - Range Captain - Communications Officer - Membership Representative - Shoot Director - Score Recorder - Bowhunter Representative Appointed Positions - Assistant Range Captain x 2 - Range Officers - Social Committee - Assistant Secretary - Risk Management Officer - Master of Equipment - Game Measurer - Head RO - Head Instructor/ Club Coach - Bow Hunter Proficiency Officer

19.01.2022 Our next interclub ABA shoot will be held at Barambah Bowhunters & Field Archers Association Inc. on Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 January. If you are interested in participating alongside other Grange Bowmen members or have any questions regarding the shoot, email our ABA Representative Rob Gleeson on [email protected] If you cannot make this shoot but are interested in future ABA interclub shoots, feel free to peruse our calendar online and make note of any dates you could make. If you use iCal or Google Calendar, you are able to export separate calendar entries from our website into your personal calendar. Please note most of our calendar entries are placeholders and information regarding specific shoots will be released closer to the dates. https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/?page_id=671

19.01.2022 Dear members, As of Friday 8 January, from 6pm, people living in Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Moreton Bay, and Redlands Council will be put into lockdown for at least 3 days. This means all access to our ranges will be closed. No one can access any range at any time. ... Failure to comply with our lockdown restriction will result in your membership being suspended. For more information about the Queensland lockdown, you can visit: https://www.qld.gov.au//conditions/he/coronavirus-covid-19 Press conference: https://www.facebook.com/9News/videos/398058127955055/ Thank you for your understanding.

18.01.2022 The ranges will reopen from midday today. Our clubhouse will be open this weekend from 10am to 2pm. All members and visitors must have a mask on hand at all times. Masks are required to be worn when inside the clubhouse. Please continue to follow our COVID-safe plan as signed, including signing in using the QR codes available.

18.01.2022 IMPORTANT! Due to the Golden Boar & Novelty Shoot on October 31st, Ranges 1 and 2 will be closed from 11am. This will allow us to prepare for the shoot. If you haven't signed up yet, or require more information regarding the shoot, visit: https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/

17.01.2022 GOLDEN BOAR UPDATE (weather) Dear members, Due to the severe thunderstorm warning, we have made adjustments to today's shoot.... The official Golden Boar shoot will be postponed until further notice, but we will still have a Halloween novelty shoot this afternoon. When: 3pm muster for a 3:30pm start Shoot type: Halloween novelty. There will be 10 x 3D targets Dinner still provided CASH PRIZES TO BE WON

17.01.2022 GOLDEN BOAR SHOOT - UPDATE Dear members, As some of you are still experiencing issues with our online payment, we will be accepting payment on the day. For those of you who are yet to register, you will be able to register in person on the day.... When: Saturday 31 October Time: 3pm muster for a 3:30pm start Cost: $15 (includes a burger and a soft drink) Shoot type: 3D Field Range, Charging Boar & Steel Peg Bow type: only sighted bows will qualify. However, anyone can shoot PLEASE NOTE: Ranges 1 and 2 will be closed from 11am on Saturday to prepare for the shoot.

16.01.2022 EDIT: The survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for future surveys. We value your feedback -------------------- Good morning Grange members! ... Earlier this month we asked our members to fill out a quick survey to help us improve our facilities. We would appreciate any feedback you have for us. The deadline for the survey is tomorrow. This allows us to collect your data and prepare it for our next committee meeting. Thank you for the input you have given us so far. Survey: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSeaC6MLj81Tn0HMC/viewform Deadline: September 30th This survey is anonymous. Please note, this is the digital version of the survey that was available to members during our HuntingDale Shoot. While you may have filled it out on the day, you are welcome to include further suggestions through this form as well.

15.01.2022 Good evening members! Just a reminder that our working bee is on this Saturday. We would love it if you could come and help us work on the ranges. There's even a sausage sizzle lunch for all those involved! When: Saturday 10 October... Time: 9am start Please note, ranges will be closed during our working bee

15.01.2022 The next ABA shoot will be held on 14-15 November. If you are interested in participating, or would like to find out more information, contact our ABA Representative, Rob Gleeson on [email protected]

15.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who helped at our working bee yesterday, we got a lot done! If you're at the range today you might notice the absence of the palm trees!!

15.01.2022 Due to weather, the Roma shoot this weekend has been cancelled. More information to come.

13.01.2022 Our November working bee is being held on Saturday 7 November from 8am to noon. To show our appreciation to all those who can help during our working bee, we will be having a sausage sizzle lunch Please note, all ranges will be closed during our working bee.

12.01.2022 This year we will be hosting a Christmas fun shoot and lunch There will be Christmas themed archery games, a lucky door prize, a best-dressed prize, a raffle, Christmas lunch, and a happy hour!. When: Sunday 13 December Time: 10am Christmas Themed Archery Games, 1pm Christmas Lunch, 3pm Christmas Happy Hour (BYO drinks and nibblies for happy hour)... Cost: $15 per adult, $10 for children (15 years and younger), $20 for non-Grange members Register: as we have limited spaces available, make sure you register online via the link below before December 6th. Cash and card payments will be made on the day. https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/ If you have any food allergies, email [email protected] and let us know. We look forward to seeing you there!

12.01.2022 Don't forget about the upcoming ABA shoot at Granite Belt Bowmen next weekend! View their post for more details

10.01.2022 Good afternoon archers! It's been great seeing everyone on the weekends (and Wednesday mornings) enjoying our ranges! We have a working bee coming up on Saturday 10 October and would appreciate those who can come and help tidy up and fix up parts of the ranges. If you help, we have a sausage sizzle lunch up for offer!! When: Saturday 10 October... Time: 9am start Please note, ranges will be closed during our working bee.

09.01.2022 Happy New Year to everyone! As January hits, your membership with Grange Bowmen Inc. will be up for renewal. Follow the steps below to ensure your membership is up to date. You will notice we are offering a reduced annual membership for 2021 for members who paid their 2020 fees prior to our COVID-19 shutdown (31/3/2020). 1. Current ABA cover. (Australian Bowhunters Association Insurance)... 2. Fill out a Membership Form. A copy of our interactive PDF has been linked below. Or you can find a copy attached in an email from Bookings Membership (sent on Jan 3rd). 3. Print it out and bring it with you to the club along with your current up-to-date ABA card and pay either cash or card. (Club House hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm) 4. Receive your new membership card. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Penne, our Membership Secretary, by email: [email protected] Interactive PDF form: https://drive.google.com//1MK308fM9Yckz-xFTflP4nLQlC/view

09.01.2022 Dear Members, Following the recent guidelines from the Queensland Government, the range and clubhouse will be open from tomorrow morning. When on-site, please follow these restrictions: - Sign in and out using our QR code.... - Use the sanitisers provided. - Practise social distancing. - Follow all signage on-site. - Maximum of 10 people on the 30-yard range and 2 people on the 50-yard. - Stay home if you are feeling unwell. Thank you for your understanding. Kind regards, Grange Bowmen Inc.

09.01.2022 Thank you to those who came and helped at our working bee on Saturday

08.01.2022 Join us for our working bee tomorrow from 8am! Reminder, ranges are closed during our working bee

08.01.2022 Good evening members, Just a reminder that we have our working bee this Saturday from 8 am to 12 noon. Any help would be greatly appreciated. We will be having a sausage sizzle lunch afterwards as a way to say thank you. Please note, all ranges will be closed during our working bee

07.01.2022 For those who haven’t seen the report, a man from Stafford has tested positive to COVID19 and has been in the community since Friday. https://www.abc.net.au//brisbane-covid-queenslan/100016622 Queensland Health says any individuals who have been in the below locations during the relevant times are required to quarantine for 14 days. Public health units will directly contact those people who dined at the restaurant during that time. 12:30pm - 3:10pm - Mamma’s Italian Resta...Continue reading

07.01.2022 Congratulations to our members who participated in the DDFA shoot last weekend. We had a total of five placements! Great effort everybody! Dan Mayer 1st Jodie Beattie 1st David Beattie 1st & Gold Cup winner... Rob Gleeson 1st Anthony De Luchi 2nd Congratulations to everyone. It was extremely challenging on Saturday with gale-force winds. The arrows and competitors were moving all over the place! Keep an eye on our Facebook and email for the next ABA weekend shoot in November.

07.01.2022 Do you have a cub or junior member at home on school holidays? Why not come down tomorrow (Wednesday) between 8:30am and 12 midday! You will need to be a current member of the club and if you're under age, you require a parent to come along with you. Our clubhouse is closed so you will need your own equipment. If you do not have a cub or junior member and find yourself free tomorrow morning, you are more than welcome to join us at the range (you just need to be a current mem...ber). We are extremely fortunate to Keith, our Range Officer, who has been volunteering his time every Wednesday, giving our members a chance during the week to shoot. Thanks again to everyone who has recently expressed their interest in volunteering as range officers. You should hear from us shortly if you haven't already. If you are interested in volunteering as a range officer, or would like more information on doing so, feel free to email us on [email protected]

06.01.2022 Our ranges will be open during the Queen's Birthday Public Holiday tomorrow from 8am to 4pm

04.01.2022 Our AGM is this Sunday! AGM and 3D Mini shoot 9am Start time Burger lunch to follow.... NOTE: All ranges are closed during the AGM

04.01.2022 Our next club shoot with be a 3D fun shoot; all archers welcome! Shoot type: 20 targets, 1 arrow round Who: Open to Grange Bowmen and ABA Members Date: Sunday 6 December... Time: 9 am Muster for a 9:30 am start Fees: $15, includes lunch and drink. Card and cash payments to be taken on the day. See more

03.01.2022 Good afternoon Facebook followers! If you've been wanting to learn archery, we have opened up our introductory probational lessons. The lessons go for approximately 2 to 2 and a half hours. The fee covers bow hire during the lesson as well as a three-month probational membership. Current availabilities are:... Friday 13th November 7pm - 9:30pm Saturday 14th November 1:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday 28th November 10:00am - 12:30pm Saturday 28th November 1:00pm - 3:30pm To book, email [email protected] To find out more, such as fees per age group (adult, family, junior or cubs), visit: https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/?page_id=667

03.01.2022 Last weekend we had some members represent the Grange Bowmen at the Stanthorpe shoot. We came away with four winners but best of all we ended up 3rd overall for the trophy. Can't wait again for next year!

03.01.2022 As of Monday 12th of October the range will be open from dawn til dusk, 7 days a week! - All members are able to use the ranges every day from dawn til dusk - The clubhouse will continue to operate during our current Wednesday and weekend hours - All members who enter the ranges and clubhouse agree to comply with the be condition of entry:... * All members agree to sign in and out using the QR code * All members shall sanitize as signposted * All members agree to practice social distancing at all time while on club grounds *All members agree to comply with all signage while on club grounds - Non-conformance with the above points shall result in suspension penalties and review by the management committee

03.01.2022 We had seven members represent the Grange at the first ABA interclub shoot at Barambah last weekend. A great effort, with four first places! A big congratulations to Dan, Penne, Leon and Rob If you would like to get involved at our next ABA shoot at Lakeside on the 20-21 Feb, or would like more information, contact our ABA Representative, Rob Gleeson on [email protected]

03.01.2022 Have you ever come across a resting snake while on our ranges? Today this guy was found resting on range one. From what we can tell, he may have been hit by a car on the road nearby and came to the range for a rest. He's since been taken to the vet where they'll keep an eye on his condition.

02.01.2022 Have you been interested in helping the club? Not sure where to start? Why not join our social committee? The social committee helps assist the management committee in arranging club fun shoots, running the club's canteen, arranging meals, and cooking at club shoots and working bees. If you're interested in volunteering or want to find out more, please email [email protected] with your contact details. Our first meeting will be held on the 23rd of November 2020 at 10am during the clubs working bee.

01.01.2022 Have you been wanting to join an archery club? Do you have some questions about archery in general? Have you been wondering if it's something for you? Your family? Your friends? Then come down to one of our introductory courses! You can register for one of our upcoming introductory course here: https://www.grangebowmen.com.au/?page_id=667 We have recently uploaded all our introductory sessions for the rest of this year.... Please note registering online is to guarantee a placement. Payments will be taken on the day. If you are no longer able to attend your session, please let us know as soon as possible. When signing up, it's extremely important you sign-up using up-to-date contact details. This will allow us to contact you directly if changes need to be made due to changing COVID guidelines and restrictions.

01.01.2022 What our ranges looked like yesterday afternoon