Moore May 20^th Tornado Hits One of Our Own

All 3 of our members and families that live in the storm damaged area are safe. Some sustained damage to their homes, but not like Sid Read.  Sid’s home was in the direct path of the storm. The house was reduced to a foundation and a pile of kindling. His adult daughter took shelter in a closet and had to be dug out by first responders. She has scrapes and bruises, but will be fine.  Sid and his wife were at work, and are safe. He forgot to take his phone to work that morning and it was blown away in the storm.

When I think of Sid, I think JOAD. He has been Jane Johnson’s workhorse in running Saturday morning JOAD instruction for as long as I can remember. He has taught most of our kids how to shoot. Sid starts growing his beard each summer so he can play Santa for the kids each Christmas, and has made countless contributions to Trosper and to Oklahoma Archery over the years.

I’ve already heard from several that want to help, but aren’t exactly sure what he needs. I know they had retrieved mattresses from his storage unit, but had to go buy bedding. Trosper has decided the most practical way for us to help Sid and his family handle their needs as they arise would be to give them cash.

We have set up a Pay Pal account to make it easy to help Sid out if you would like. Trosper’s Treasurer will be the administrator over the account.  100% of all proceeds will go to Sid and his family. 

Simply send a Pay Pal to  trosperarchery@cox.net

We are also looking to setup a fund at a local bank to allow non-electronic donations to be made.

The Trosper Archery Club is a non-profit organization located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  The club was organized in 1949 and is dedicated to promote, and encourage the sport of archery. We provide tournaments and leagues which provide both competition and fun. 

We strive to function as a source for up to date archery information and to assist and foster the growth of archery.  All work and administration is volunteer and there are no paid employees. 

The club operates and maintains a range consisting of practice targets, a 3D course, a 14 target Field course, and a Target range.  Club funds are spent in the furthering of the sport of archery by purchasing targets, range upkeep, supporting youth archery, and teaching safety and shooter responsibility. 

Visit our "Junior Archery" tab to find out about our JOAD program, and beginner lessons.

Range Safety Rules plus more club information can be found in the "ABOUT US" tab.

Range is located south of the downtown area, 1/2 mile east of I-35 at 2201 SE Grand Blvd.

Annual membership runs from Jan. 1,  to Dec. 31 in that calendar year.  Membership entitles each member, daylight access to the range every day of the year. The combination to the gate lock is changed on the 15th of Feb., which usually allows members enough time to renew their memberships, and avoid being locked out when the combination is changed. The range is open to the public on weekends, but is subject to a daily fee for non-members. Anyone wishing to join may do so at the range.

2013 Membership ( annual ) Fees:

Individual     $45

Family          $85

2013 Hunter Membership ( July 1 thru December 31 ) Fees:

Individual     $20

Family          $40

              Membership Application Form Link

              Safety Code Link

If you have questions regarding Trosper Archery Club, please contact:

Trosper 2013 Officers