Nanaimo Fish & Game Club

🚨No Need to Turn in Your Guns!!
The CCFR welcomes news that the federal govt has extended the amnesty, protecting gun owners & businesses from prosecutions associated with their ill-fated gun bans/compensation program.

📺 WATCH: https://youtu.be/jDUarDHn04Y
🗞 READ: https://firearmrights.ca/amnesty-extended-as-ccfr-goes-to-supreme-court/

🏔️ KUIU Gear Days Returns to Nanaimo Fish & Game Club! 🦌

KUIU is bringing its popular Gear Days event back to the Nanaimo Fish & Game Club on June 13 & 14, 2026!

Whether you're attending the Tucson Classic, the Black Powder Rendezvous, or simply want to check out KUIU's premium hunting and outdoor gear, everyone is welcome to stop by. No event registration is required to visit the KUIU display.

This is a rare opportunity to see, touch, and try on KUIU products in person while speaking directly with knowledgeable staff who use the gear in the field. Get answers to your questions, receive expert advice, and take advantage of special show pricing available exclusively to attendees.

📍 Archery Building
Nanaimo Fish & Game Club
1325 Nanaimo Lakes Road

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Come down for the day, browse the latest gear, meet the KUIU team, and enjoy a great weekend at the club. We look forward to seeing members and the public alike!

🎣 Just a Reminder — Family Fishing Day is TOMORROW! 🎣

The Nanaimo Fish & Game Club’s Family Fishing Day is happening Sunday, June 7th, starting at 10:00 AM!

This free event is open to Nanaimo Fish & Game Club members and their related children. Kids can bring their own fishing gear or borrow rods and tackle from us. Remember — the kids do the fishing, while the adults get to tell the fish stories afterward! 😄

We'll have:
🐟 Fishing for the kids
🎁 Fun activities and prizes
🚲 Kids’ bike raffle
🍔 BBQ with hot dogs, burgers, and pop available for just a few dollars
🍬 The famous Candy Cannon
🪶 Fly tying demonstrations by the Island Waters Fly Fishers

Bring the family, enjoy a great day outdoors, and make some lasting memories. We look forward to seeing everyone at the pond!

Tight lines, and see you tomorrow!

REMINDER:

Come experience National Range Day with us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10am to 2pm!

Try a variety of safe, supervised activities including fi****ms and archery - with equipment provided. Bring your family, friends, and neighbours and see what the Nanaimo Fish & Game Protective Association is all about!

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Mixed Mini Rifle Training – June 2026
Looking for a fun and challenging way to improve your shooting skills? Our Mixed Mini Rifle Program is back for June with training opportunities for both new and experienced shooters. Whether you're just getting started in Level 1 or advancing through Levels 2 and 3, these sessions are designed to help you build confidence, accuracy, and safe firearm handling in a supportive environment.
⚠️ Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot!
📅 Training Schedule
Mondays – Level 1 & Level 2
June 8 — 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
June 15 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
June 22 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Tuesdays – Level 3
June 9 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
June 16 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
June 23 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
June 30 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
✅ Requirements
Valid Canadian PAL (Possession and Acquisition Licence)
Your own .22 semi-automatic rifle and ammunition
Please note: The club does not supply fi****ms
Special Exception for Level 1
Parents or others holding a valid PAL who wish to bring a youth or friend without a PAL may be considered on a case-by-case basis when registration numbers allow. Approval is not guaranteed and must be arranged in advance.
💲 Cost Per Session
Club Members: $20
Non-Members: $40
👨‍🏫 Instructor
Ted Beutler
📍 Location
Range 4
Nanaimo Fish & Game Club
1325 Nanaimo Lakes Road
Nanaimo, BC
📧 Registration & Questions
To register or for more information, please email:
📩 [email protected]
📩 [email protected]
Come out, learn new skills, meet fellow shooters, and enjoy a great day on the range!

Congratulations to the 2026 Executive & Board of Directors of the Nanaimo Fish & Game Club!

Thank you to everyone who attended our AGM on Sunday and to all those who continue to volunteer their time, energy, and dedication to our club and community.

We are pleased to announce that the Executive was re-elected for another term, and we welcome new Director James Maxwell to the Board.

2026 Executive

President – Kevin Wheatcroft
1st Vice President – Sue Bowen
2nd Vice President – Carmen Barclay
Treasurer – Ted Beutler
Secretary – Doug Miller

Directors

Ross Bowen
Kim Brunt
Mike Ward
Fred Po***ck
Larry McFarlane
Chuck Webber
Lloyd St. Cyr
James Maxwell

A sincere thank you to outgoing Directors Steve Cooper and Tim Pyne for their service, dedication, and contributions to the club.

Wishing everyone a successful and rewarding year ahead!

Reminder — only a few weeks to go!
Join us June 13–14 for the Ron Tuson Memorial 3D Archery Shoot in Nanaimo.

Get ready for one of the Nanaimo Fish & Game Club’s most beloved traditions — Family Fishing Day is making a splash on Sunday, June 7th!

This free family event is for Nanaimo Fish & Game Club members and their related children — and remember, only the kids get to do the fishing while the grown-ups get to tell the fish stories afterward!

The fun starts at 10 AM, and kids are welcome to bring their own fishing gear or borrow rods and tackle from us. We’ll also have fun activities, awesome prizes, and a kids’ bike raffle throughout the day.

Don’t worry about packing lunch either — our tasty BBQ will be sizzling nearby with hot dogs, burgers, and pop available for just a few bucks.

Plus, don’t miss the famous Candy Cannon and fly tying demonstrations from the Island Waters Fly Fishers!

Mark your calendars, bring the family, and reel in some memories!

📣 Reminder!

Our Annual General Meeting is coming up on Sunday, May 24th at 10:00 AM in the Archery Building.

We hope to see everyone there as we review the past year, discuss upcoming plans, and connect with fellow members. Your participation and input are always appreciated!

See you Sunday!