Community Sportsman’s Club a hidden treasure

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

JEWETT — Posi - tioned on 187 acres of land in Jewett is a hidden treasure where people can go to relax from a hard week of work, or just to take in some indoor or outdoor activities, such as hunting, fishing, and a mountain of other leisure activities.

That place is the Jewett Sportsman’s Club.

Located at 85101 Sportsman Club Dr., Jewett, this club has offered the enjoyment of being a member since 1957. A charter member worked on the project in his own basement, then the property was purchased in 1959. That’s the beginning, and you won’t believe what has evolved from that humble start.

“We are a 501c3 non-profit organization that offers membership to access some fine hunting, fishing, and a variety of other outdoor and indoor activities,”said Tommy Thompson, club vice president. “On the club’s beautiful 187 acres of land,there is a private gun range that has target spaces up to 100 yards. Our members also have access to a trap shooting field, the clubhouse with Friday night ‘Queen of Hearts’ drawing for members only or spouses.”

With all that this club offers, Thompson also added that there is opportunities for renting the

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hall. Inside you will be treated to a cash bar, food specials, all during the weekly Queen of Hearts drawing.

The club also hosts 4-H group meetings, as well as provides a home trap field for Harrison Central Shooting Sports. The Shooting Sports was started by club President Tom Watson. There is an annual “Family Day” with food and games for

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members’ spouses and children.

Members have access to ATV trails. There are also coyote hunting tournaments, and access to the ponds for kayaking and fishing. All of these activities are located close to the camping area. “We hold indoor cornhole tournaments during