Country Pond Fish and Game Club operates as a conservation-focused sportsmen's organization in Newton, NH, preserving land, water, and wildlife while providing a safe environment for shooting sports. The club sits at 82 Pond St, Newton, NH and maintains indoor ranges, outdoor facilities, and a clubhouse available for member events.
Many club events welcome non-members:
- •Trap Shooting - Saturdays at 1:00 PM & Sundays at 9:00 AM (Winter Handicap Tournaments through March)
- •Pin Shoots - Centerfire and .22 rimfire matches
- •Steel Plate Shoots - Centerfire pistol and .22 rimfire competitions
- •Airgun Metallic Silhouettes - First & third Saturdays, October through May (10:00 AM-1:00 PM)
- •Indoor Archery Tournament - Tuesdays through April 28 at 7:00 PM
- •3-Gun Action Shooting - Multi-discipline tactical shooting
- •Annual Events - Chowderfest, Chili Cookoff, Ice Fishing Derby, Open House, Turkey Shoot
- •Hunter Education Classes - Contact Paul Gilberti at 603-426-2025
Non-members attending public events must complete and sign a liability release form upon entry.
Active members ($220/year) get access to:
- •Indoor Airgun Challenge (Tuesdays, January-March)
- •.22 Rimfire Pistol League (Wednesdays through January 28)
- •Centerfire Pistol League (year-round)
- •Steel Plate "Practice Plates" (indoor practice facility)
- •Monday & Saturday work parties
- •Annual components and ammunition orders
- •All public events without liability waivers
| Category | Annual Dues | Details |
|---|
| Regular Member | $220 | Full access to all ranges and events |
| Spouse Discount | $110 | 50% rate for married partners |
| Senior Member | $0 | Age 65+, 5+ years membership, pre-2020 member |
| Life Member | $2,200-$2,750 | One-time upgrade fee based on age |
| Military Member | $0 | Active duty only |
| Junior Member | $0 | Ages under 18, parent/guardian required |
| Honorary Member | $0 | By club vote |
| LEO Member | $0 | Law enforcement with current credentials |
- •Orientation Fee: $100 one-time (non-refundable)
- •Bonus: Join in October, November, or December and receive membership through the entire following calendar year.
- •Work Credits: Members contributing 10+ documented hours annually receive membership dues reduction for the next year.
Applicants must:
- •Be 18+ years old
- •Be a legal U.S. resident
- •Secure a Club Sponsor OR complete a Sponsorship Form proving safe participation in five public events
- •Agree to follow club Constitution, Bylaws, and Range Rules
- •Pass background eligibility (no felony convictions, federal firearms violations, or violent overthrow advocacy)
- •Not be barred by law from firearm possession
New Member Orientation sessions held 2nd Sunday of the month at 10:00 AM (except January, August, September). Appointments required in advance.
All members receive key cards for:
- •Restrooms
- •Indoor ranges (pistol range is airgun-only 7:00 PM-10:00 PM on archery nights)
- •Outdoor rifle range
Replacement cards available from the Security Officer.
- •Main Office: 603-382-5681
- •Hall & Indoor Range: 603-382-0062
- •Mailing Address: PO Box 124, Newton, NH 03858
Key Personnel:
- •President: Paul Gilberti ([email protected], 603-426-2025)
- •Firearms Training & Hunter Education: Paul Gilberti (603-426-2025)
- •Trap Shooting: John Cannillo (603-479-7120), Mike Herchenroder (781-697-0833)
- •Airgun Events: Ralph Clatterbuck (603-642-6927, [email protected])
- •Archery & Granite State Bowhunters: Richard Tuite (603-793-9003, [email protected])
- •Steel Plate Shoots (Centerfire): Tim Swisher (603-534-7433, [email protected])
- •Steel Plate Shoots (.22 Rimfire): Samy Singh (860-834-1883, [email protected])
- •Pin Shoots: John Coyne (603-818-1946), Kurt Ringleben (603-347-1593)
- •3-Gun Action: Samy Singh (860-834-1883, [email protected])
- •Membership Committee: Sharon Theobald (978-457-3821, [email protected])
CPFGC maintains a strong conservation mission focused on land, water, and wildlife preservation. The club partners with Granite State Bowhunters (GSB) for archery events and maintains relationships with local sporting organizations and military/veteran programs.
