The Standish Sportsman’s Association will be holding its annual election for officers and members of the Board of Directors in December 2026. These folks will serve a one year term for the 2027 calendar year. One specific position that will be open on the ballot is Treasurer. After many years […]

We had 17 shooters. The weather gods were with us today with almost perfect shooting conditions. Some new faces to our fun shoots. A few older ones we hadn’t seen in years. Once again, the winners in the second of the final rounds weren’t determined till the very last shot […]

On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Massachusetts voters will decide Question 9, a referendum on Chapter 135, the firearms law passed in 2024. A YES vote keeps Chapter 135 in place. A NO vote repeals it. At Standish Sportsman’s Association, we encourage every member to become informed before heading to the […]

Massachusetts sportsmen and women have a limited window to make their voices heard regarding proposed changes to state hunting laws. Earlier this year, Governor Maura Healey filed legislation that would modernize several long-debated hunting regulations in the Commonwealth, including: These proposals followed statewide listening sessions hosted by MassWildlife that generated […]

Families looking for a fun, free outdoor event this spring are invited to the 2026 Standish Sportsman’s Association Kids Fishing Derby, happening Saturday, June 6, 2026, at beautiful Burrage Pond in Halifax, MA. This beloved annual tradition gives local children the chance to experience the excitement of fishing, enjoy the […]

The Standish Sportsman’s Association is excited to introduce a new way for members to stay informed on issues that matter most. We are launching a Legislative Alerts Email List Serv, designed to keep you up to date on important developments affecting hunting, conservation, and second amendment-related legislation in Massachusetts. What […]

Spring in Massachusetts means one thing for anglers—trout season is here. And this year, there’s a unique opportunity for the next generation of outdoorsmen and women to get involved in a hands-on way. The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) is inviting the public—especially kids—to help stock trout during […]

It was a perfect day with the temperature over 40 degrees, sunshine, and light wind. 17 adults competed, and one youth spectated. The winners (and recipients of the $50 gas station gift cards) were: No one took the perfect score prize, so that will go over to the next Holiday […]

Each spring, thousands of anglers across Massachusetts head to local rivers, lakes, and ponds hoping to catch trout recently released by the state. For many families, trout stocking is a long-standing tradition and an accessible way to enjoy the outdoors. But in recent years, trout stocking has become the center […]

Get ready for the spring season with a FREE Learn to Hunt Turkey class and Mentored Turkey Hunt operated by the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), the state agency responsible for the conservation of all freshwater fish and wildlife in the Commonwealth. These classes are taught by experienced […]