Saugerties Fish & Game Club

Saugerties Fish & Game Club has operated continuously since 1884—making it one of New York State's oldest active sportsmen's clubs. Founded just 19 years after the Civil War ended, the club grew from a core of industrialists, shop owners, attorneys, doctors, and craftsmen who recognized the need for a community shooting facility.

2024 marks the club's 140th anniversary year.

The club sits on nearly 100 acres off Fish Creek Road in the town of Saugerties, Ulster County. The facilities are built for serious shooters:

• •100-yard rifle range with indoor and outdoor covered shooting positions, heated in winter, multiple sight-in benches. Open most days until dusk.
• •25-yard pistol range with 12 enclosed, heated shooting stations. Separate area for pins, bullseye, combat silhouette, and falling plates.
• •2 ATA-certified trap ranges, each with 5 stations. The club hosts 3 ATA-sanctioned shoots yearly, plus 3 county-wide shoots.
• •3-D walk-through archery range plus dedicated bale range. Winter and moon shoots held annually.
• •Black powder woods-walk course with challenging targets and organized shoots twice yearly.
• •Large heated clubhouse with fully-equipped kitchen and ample parking.

• •Note: Scheduled events preempt open shooting times—check before visiting.

Several SFGC members are NRA Certified Instructors offering:

• •NRA Home Firearm Safety courses
• •NRA Basic Pistol Shooting
• •NRA Basic Personal Protection
• •Free Basic Pistol Safety courses

Contact the Community Relations Committee for course details and registration.

Youth Fishing Tournament held each May at Blue Mountain Reservoir. Ages 15 and under. Registration 8:00 AM, fishing 9:00 AM–Noon. Free with refreshments provided.

The club participates in:

• •Pheasant and fish stocking programs
• •Land posting for member use
• •Conservation and sportsmanship education
• •Local hunting leagues

SFGC maintains active membership in:

• •Federated Sportsmen's Clubs of Ulster County
• •New York State Rifle & Pistol Association
• •National Rifle Association of America
• •Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA)
• •New York State Muzzle-Loaders Association
• •Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)
• •New York State Conservation Council (Defender Member)

The club actively participates in local, state, and national firearms legislation matters.

Members only—the ranges are not available for public rental. However, the club regularly hosts public events open to non-members. Check the club's Facebook page (Saugerties Fish & Game Club) for a current schedule of public participation opportunities.

Membership dues are due January 1st each year. Late fees apply if not postmarked by January 1st. Membership expires February 1st if full payment (including any late fees) hasn't been received.