East Texas Rifle & Pistol Club
Message from the President – December 2025
Dear Members,
As we move past the Thanksgiving holiday, I hope each of you enjoyed meaningful time with
family and friends. The years seem to pass more quickly with each season, reminding us to
make the most of the time we have—both with the people we love and in the activities we
enjoy. Time is a gift, and it should never be taken for granted.
Range Etiquette and Responsibilities
Firing Line Courtesy:
Recently, we’ve had reports of members setting up on the 300-yard rifle ranges while only
shooting at distances of 50 to 100 yards. ETRPC will always operate on a “first come, first
serve” basis; however, I ask that everyone be mindful when choosing a shooting position.
Ranges 3, 4, and 7 are designed for shorter-range shooting. If your plans involve distances
between 25 and 100 yards, please consider using these ranges to help alleviate congestion
on Ranges 1 and 2.
Target Stands:
Please exercise care when placing and engaging your targets. Striking the wooden posts or
crossmembers causes unnecessary damage, and while mesh backing is simple to replace,
framework is not. In addition, we ask all members to remove their targets after shooting
and dispose of them in the provided burn barrels. Doing so helps keep our facility clean and
ready for the next member.
Facility Updates
Upper Range Bathroom:
After a long wait, the upper range bathroom has finally been delivered. Unfortunately, the
quality of construction was below expectations. We have since learned that the unit was
built in Mexico rather than at the company’s Austin, Texas location. Despite this setback,
we will make the necessary improvements to ensure it becomes a functional and well-built
facility.
Please do not attempt to use the bathroom until repairs and utility connections are
complete. Recently, someone entered a stall and used the facility even though it had no
running water, toilet paper, or paper towels. It was very clear the bathroom was not ready
for use. As always—don’t be that person.
Berm Repairs
Repairs to the berms on the lower ranges will soon begin. These berms require periodic
rebuilding due to normal wear from regular shooting. Some lower ranges will be temporarily
closed during this process. Thank you in advance for your patience.
Event Highlights
Sunday afternoons feature Shotgun Team events, including 5-Stand and Trap. These are
great opportunities for shotgun enthusiasts and for those interested in sharpening their
bird-hunting skills. Contact the club office for additional details.
Both the IDPA Team and Steel Challenge Team remain very active, hosting matches on a
regular basis. Be sure to check the club calendar for event dates and times.
Training and Events
Please review the club calendar often for upcoming classes, training opportunities, and
special events.
Closing Thoughts
Thank you for your continued support of ETRPC. Our next club meeting will be held
on December 18th at 6:00 PM sharp. I encourage every member to attend and contribute
to shaping the future of our club. Building a strong club is a team effort—let’s make ours
the best it can be.
As always, please report any unsafe behavior or vandalism to an RSO or club officer
immediately. Together, we can ensure that ETRPC remains safe, enjoyable, and wellmaintained for all.
Quote of the Month:
“In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take.”
Best regards,
Tommie Deese
President, East Texas Rifle & Pistol Club
