The Manor Rec Board is hosting a free Canada Day skeet shoot for youth on Friday, July 1 at the Manor Gun Range.
“We thought we'd get some kids interested in skeet shooting,” says organizer Rylan Weir. “It's free for kids, and if adults want to shoot, we'll have a donation jar set up, with proceeds going to the Manor Rec Board.”
“Everyone who participates must bring their Hunter Safety Certificate or PAL certificate, too,” adds Weir.
“Derrick BigEagle's and Jason Waugh's donations have helped to bring the (Manor) gun range back in the past year. At one time, the Manor Gun Club was a big part of the village, so we'd like people to come out and see what's been done and see that the gun range is useable again.”
“It's also a chance for kids who might not have a chance to shoot skeet to have the opportunity to do it. What better way for them to learn but in a safe, controlled situation?”
“The Village of Manor received funding for skeet and shotgun shells, so it's at no cost for young people who want to participate.”
“Along with the thanks we owe to the Village of Manor, we'd also like to thank the Rec Board and Manor Fun Daze.”
“This is just another way to let people know that there's another rec facility in Manor.”
Manor's Canada Day Skeet Shoot takes place Friday, July 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Manor Gun Range. The Manor Gun Range is located 1/2 mile west and two miles north of Manor and signs will be in place on the day of the event. For more information, call Rylan Weir at (306)-577-8264 or Duane Bye at (306)-575-8718.
