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 […]