Coeur d'Alene Skeet & Trap Club Newsletter
Vol. 2 February 2026
Winter League News
Tickets for the Awards Banquet are now on sale at the Club! Get yours soon!
$15 each
Saturday, April 18th, 5:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets at the club house no later than April 8th.
Catered by Drummin Up BBQ Catering
Location: Hayden Lake Eagles
1520 W Wyoming Ave. Hayden, ID
NO HOST BAR
As an added bonus, Morgan John agreed to MC again this year, so come prepared to have a good time!!
Please check your team score sheets in the back room and make sure that your name is spelled correctly and that your concurrent is correctly indicated. Concurrents are as follows:
Lady
Super Senior - age 76 and above
Senior - age 65 to 75
Junior - age 15-17
Sub-Junior - age 14 and under
If anything is incorrect, please notify the front desk!!
A great big shout out to the Period 1 team winners. All three disciplines, Skeet, Trap and 5-stand were won by the same team!! J and D Automotive. Good job guys!!
Last day to post scores for Period 2 is Sunday, March 1st.
Last day to post scores for Period 3 is Sunday, March 29th.
Don't forget to mark your calendar for shoot offs. Saturday, April 4th.
If you have a business or know of someone who would be interested, we would love to solicit some door prizes or auction items that we could use for the Awards Banquet. All funds will be used to support the club. If you have any ideas, please contact Michelle via text at (208)660-5518.
Important dates to remember:
End of Period 2 Sunday, March 1
End of Period 3 Sunday, March 29
Last day of Winter League, Sunday, March 29
Shoot offs: Saturday, April 4
Awards Banquet: Saturday, April 18 at the Eagle's Club
2026 Locker Rental fees are due. I you currently have a locker or wish to rent one, see Roger to submit your payment.
Great news! The cost of rounds have been reduced, effective January 1, 2026 by $1.00 per round and .50 per round for junior shooters!!
Opportunity to win a free shooting card!!
When you complete your 12th round on your shooting cards, write your phone number on the back of the card and turn them into the front desk for entry into a prize drawing. One shooting card prize will be awarded for every 50 cards entered. This drawing will be held monthly at the monthly Board Meeting. You need not be present to win. The more you shoot, the more cards you turn in, the better your chances of winning!!
February winners are: Mike Rooney, Pat Brady and Daniel Kruger.
KUDOS TO:
Ben Higgs for the many hours he has put into ordering and installing new machines for the 5-stand field. He has also assembled several T-carts and battery boxes. Also, to Ed Wagner for helping Ben!
Daryl Wetstone, Gary Pfahler, and Allen Thunem for committing to come and help score as well as work supporting the operations of Winter League. Thank you guys!
Matt Pestarino Family for fabricating the base for Trap 6!
Rhonda Harvitt, Michelle Thurman, Pat Jennings and Ben Higgs for serving on the Winter League committee. Thank you!!
Russ Grant and Jack Grant for score keeping for Winter League. Thanks!!
Rounds thrown for the month of January 2026
1349 Trap (45%), 1150 Skeet, (38%), 530 5-Stand, (17%), 42
Total rounds: 3029
There is a new feature on our website to help make volunteering easier. Lots of good information and questions answered and there will even be in the very near future a calendar to sign up for a specific day and time. Follow this link: cdaskeetandtrap.com/Volunteer.html
OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER:
Anyone willing to help with Winter League duties, such as score keeping, loading houses, snow shoveling, working the front counter, etc. There is an opportunity to serve for any skill set!
-Anyone willing to help move cases of birds into the skeet and trap houses would be appreciated.
-There are many small tasks that need to be done regarding maintenance and repair, organization, cleaning, weeding, etc. If you have a few hours to donate or even a full day, contact Roger and he can set you up with a task.
If you're interesed in any of these opportunities, or have other ways you'd like to help, contact the Club.
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Volunteers vs. Compensated Members — An Important Distinction
Do I have to volunteer to be a member of the club?
No. Volunteering is not required. However, because we are a nonprofit and largely volunteer-run, member participation is what allows the club to operate smoothly and remain affordable.
Why does the club rely so heavily on volunteers?
We have one paid employee (the Club Manager). Everything else—daily operations support, league help, maintenance, and improvements—depends on members pitching in. Without volunteers, the club could not operate at its current level of service and our pricing would have to increase dramatically to pay for several additional employees.
What’s the difference between a Volunteer and a Compensated Member?
A Volunteer helps with no promise, expectation, or receipt of compensation. A Compensated Member (CM) performs approved, scheduled work and may receive a limited incentive, in compliance with nonprofit regulations.
Why can’t all volunteers receive compensation?
As a nonprofit organization, we must follow specific legal and tax rules regarding compensation. To remain compliant and keep costs down, only certain scheduled roles qualify for the Compensated Member program.
Which roles qualify as Compensated Member roles?
Currently, Daily Operations Assistants and League Support Assistants, as well as certain approved maintenance or facility projects, may qualify. Qualifying roles and work are currently at the managers sole discretion.
What does a Compensated Member receive?
For every 12 hours of approved and logged work, a Compensated Member may purchase a shooting card at a 55% discount from the regular member price. IRS reporting rules may apply depending on annual totals.
Can I decide after the fact to log my hours as compensated?
No. Any work done with the expectation of logging compensated hours must be approved and scheduled in advance by the Club Manager.
What if I only have a small amount of time to help?
That’s perfectly fine. Even a few minutes—scoring a round, loading a machine, or tidying up—makes a meaningful difference.
How do I sign up to help?
An online scheduling calendar will be available soon. Until then, please speak with the Club Manager to discuss opportunities.
Will the same people always be expected to help?
No. One of our goals is to grow the volunteer pool so responsibilities are shared more evenly and no one feels overburdened.
Is my help appreciated even if it’s occasional?
Absolutely. Every contribution—large or small—helps keep the club open, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.
Compensated Members (CM)
A Compensated Member (CM) is a member who performs approved, scheduled work for the club and may receive a limited incentive, in accordance with nonprofit regulations.
Effective January 1, 2025, the Board adopted the Compensated Member Policy to provide a fair and consistent way to recognize members who contribute significant, ongoing time to club operations.
Under this policy:
•For every 12 hours of approved and logged work, a CM may purchase a shooting card at a 55% discount from the regular member price.
•All compensated work must be approved and scheduled in advance by the Club Manager in order to be eligible.
•This program primarily applies to Daily Operations Assistants and League Support Assistants, as well as certain approved maintenance or facility projects.
•Depending on the number of discounted cards purchased within a calendar year, IRS reporting rules may apply.
This policy ensures compliance with nonprofit requirements while recognizing the dedication of members who help keep the club operating day after day.
Be Part of What Keeps the Club Going
Whether you can spare five minutes or a full day, your help matters. Every role—formal or informal—contributes to a safer, more enjoyable club for everyone.
If you’re interested in helping or would like more information:
•Talk with the Club Manager any time
•Watch for the upcoming scheduling sign-up announcement
Please vote for our Board of Directors. Three Board of Directors positions are open for election in February 2026. Voting will take place February 4 - March 1, 2026. Results will be announced at the March Board Meeting, Wednesday, March 12th at 4:30 p.m.
Please be diligent to pick up your spent hulls after shooting a round. Magnetic sticks for your use are located on all the fields. They are in the houses on the trap fields. Please return after use. Only pick up your hulls after shooting a round but be very aware of safety and other fields that could currently be shooting.
Reminder: A high level of awareness of safety is imperative to all participants in our sport. Be diligent to follow all the safety rules, including but not limited to never closing your action until you are on your station and ready to call pull, your muzzle is always pointed straight up or straight down for auto loaders when not shooting and pointing down range when shooting. Break action should always be open unless ready to call pull. Please ask any questions you may have at the front desk or you can ask for a copy of the safety rules.
Another ATA shoot is scheduled for Sunday, April 26th. There will be 100 singles, handicap and doubles. Awards and cash prizes. Plan to come shoot. More info to follow.
The club is in need of shooting instructors. If you know of any please refer them to Roger.
New Mission statement: The Coeur d'Alene Skeet and Trap Club is dedicated to promoting safe, responsible firearm use through education, recreation and competition. We provide a welcoming environment for members and the community to enjoy and advance their skills in clay target sports, with a strong emphasis on gun safety, sportsmanship and community engagement.
This Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit, which means your charitable contribution of goods or services may be a tax deduction (always check with your tax preparer). Monetary contributions may be made as a general donation or designated to a particular item if desired. Get your donations in for your end of year tax deductions!! Here is a "Wish List" of items the club could use. Thank you for your support and contributions.
Monetary donations
Gun safe, 24 gun or larger
New gas BBQ
For a list of events happening at the club, please refer to the club website, cdaskeetandtrap.com and click on the "calendar" link.
Detailed financial activity information is posted on the club bulletin board for member viewing.
Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Members are encouraged to attend!
