
J. P. Gemmer 188th Birthday
On June 21, 1838 John Phillip Gemmer was born. Learn more about our clubs namesake below.
Gemmer Muzzle Loading Gun Club
"Keep Your Powder Dry"

On June 21, 1838 John Phillip Gemmer was born. Learn more about our clubs namesake below.
Public Match (by invitation only)All Gemmer Range Rules Apply and NMLRA Safety RulesVisitors must sign range waiverDistance: 35 YardsBench: Club SuppliedFront Rest: Step up 2×4 rest Supplied by club (a … Continue reading "6-21-2026 – Light Bench Match"
6-27-2026 Saturday, 8:00am to Noon – Club Workday #4 and Archery Match Cost: $15 assessed on your 2025 dues if missed. Don’t forget: Always sign in on the sheet provided. ** Jim Feeney will … Continue reading "6-27-2026 – Club Workday #4 and Archery Match"

7-5-2026 Sunday, 10am - The Buffalo Match Targets: Open - TG2402 ; Aperture (Peep) - TG2404 Distance: 50 yards Position: Cross Sticks Caliber: No Restrictions Practice Shots: Yes Number of … Continue reading "7-5-2026 – The Buffalo Match"
Public Match (by invitation only)All Gemmer Range Rules Apply and NMLRA Safety RulesVisitors must sign range waiverDistance: 35 YardsBench: Clubs or ShootersFront Rest: Clubs or Shooters (Pad allowed the thickness of a piece of leather)Rifle: … Continue reading "7-19-2026 – No-Limit Bench Match"
7-25-2026 Saturday, 8:00am to Noon - Club Workday #5 and Archery Match Cost: $15 assessed on your 2025 dues if missed. Don’t forget: Always sign in on the sheet provided. ** Jim Feeney will … Continue reading "7-25-2026 – Club Workday #5 and Archery Match"

8-2-2026 Sunday, 10am - The Mystery Target Match (MOHA Match) Targets: Announced the day of the match. Distance: Announced the day of the match. Position: Off-Hand Rifle Weight: No Restrictions Caliber: … Continue reading "8-2-2026 – The Mystery Target Match (MOHA Match)"
8-7 to 8-8-2026 - Prairie State Longrifle Show - Princeton, IL
30th Annual CLA Show & MeetingAugust 13, 2026 @ 11:00 am - August 15, 2026 @ 2:30 pm MEMBERS ONLY SHOW!! (Non-members may join at the show for a prorated … Continue reading "8-13 to 8-15-2026 – 30th Annual CLA Show & Meeting"

8-15-2026 Saturday, 10am - Traditional Archery Match The shooting range is closed during this event to all firearms. Saturday, Aug 15, 2026, is one of our clubs Archery Matches. We … Continue reading "8-15-2026 – Traditional Archery Match"
8-16-2026 Sunday, 10am - No-Limit Bench Match Public Match (by invitation only)All Gemmer Range Rules Apply and NMLRA Safety RulesVisitors must sign range waiverDistance: 35 YardsBench: Clubs or ShootersFront Rest: Clubs or Shooters (Pad allowed … Continue reading "8-16-2026 – No-Limit Bench Match"
8-29-2026 Saturday, 8:00am to Noon - Club Workday #6 Cost: $15 assessed on your 2025 dues if missed. Don’t forget: Always sign in on the sheet provided.