Minnesota Sportsmen's Club

Minnesota Sportsmen's Club traces back to 1939 as the Robbinsdale Sportsman Club, incorporated in 1941. After decades as a conservation-focused organization, the club relocated to Zimmerman in the early 1980s and built out dedicated shooting ranges from the ground up. Today it operates as a thriving member-driven facility with deep roots in Minnesota's shooting community.

Trap Range Shotgun sport where shooters aim at clay targets launched from a trap house. The club runs a competitive trap league every spring and summer (April 23–August 27, 2025). Weekly shooting available year-round with focus on safety protocols—eye and ear protection required.

Handgun Range Fast-paced precision shooting for handguns and rim-fire rifles. Range direction required; all shots must hit the safe backstop berm. Muzzle control and eye/ear protection are non-negotiable.

Archery Range Home to Minnesota's newest JOAD Club (Junior Olympic Archery Development), part of USA Archery's national program. Supports both recreational archers and those pursuing competitive shooting.

All shooting activities begin at 9 AM and must finish by 9 PM. The club is private for members and their invited guests, but multiple leagues and events are open to the public—no membership required to participate.

Membership requires sponsorship from an existing member. Process: 1. Get introduced to current members at a club meeting 2. Prospective member meets club at next monthly meeting with sponsor 3. Name added to membership list 4. Proceed with membership application

As of recent membership counts, the club maintains 80–90 active members including life members.

Current Officers: - President: Craig Marvel (763-350-1661) - Vice President: Craig Jindra (612-747-6394) - Treasurer: Jim Hirshman

The Zimmerman site began as an old sheep pasture purchased in the early 1970s. Club members invested thousands of volunteer hours building the current infrastructure:

• •Donated materials: Concrete blocks from Anchor Block, recycled wood from old duplexes, cement squares salvaged from Minneapolis street reconstruction
• •Donated equipment & labor: Ed Lande (excavating), Ken Nolte (heavy equipment operation), Bob Essig (grading), Big John Ondracek, and dozens of other volunteers
• •Natural features: Original spring and stream remain on property; trees planted from DNR seedlings by founding members

"We wanted a place of our own... It was a heaven sent gift." — Long-time member reflecting on the Zimmerman location

All shooters must: - Use eye and ear protection at all times - Follow range direction and commands - Maintain proper muzzle control - Ensure all shots hit designated backstop berms - No shooting before 9 AM or after 9 PM

Minnesota Sportsmen's Club Zimmerman, MN 55398

Key Contacts: - Craig Marvel: 763-350-1661 - Gordy Mach: 763-360-8157 - Craig Jindra: 612-747-6394 - Email: [email protected]

• •Monthly Meetings: Members and prospective members encouraged to attend club meetings to learn about activities, volunteer opportunities, and membership.