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Club History

The name “Nenameseck” is a Native American term used by the Nipmuc Indians of central Mass, sometimes referred to as the Quabaug Indians. A nenameseck referred to the fishing traps and basket that was used to gather and catch a large quantity of spawning salmon which once filled the local waterways. The Nipmuc’s would place a “V” shaped pattern of sticks in the stream to funnel the fish pointed up or down stream, depending on the direction of the fish spawn. A large coarsely woven basket was placed in the center of the fish trap and, when lifted, would allow the water to drain, leaving the fish that the Nipmuc’s depended on as a staple food source. This pattern of sticks was known to the English as a fish weir and is how the town of Ware and the river that runs through it got its name since much of this activity occurred at or around the Ware falls. The roots and origin of the town are still reflected today by a Native American fishing at the waters edge in the Ware Town Seal.

  
The Nenameseck Sportsmen’s Club began operation under the name Nenameseck Rod & Gun Club. It was formed in 1933 at the north end of Snows Pond on upper North Street by a group of men from Ware. Some members of this group believed the club should be more of a social club, while others thought the club should be more sporting activity orientated. In 1935, this difference of opinion between members resulted in a split with the sporting activity group forming what eventually became today’s club. Land was purchased on Bacon Road in Palmer and a building was also purchased from the Quabin Water District in the town of New Salem. The building was transported to the site on Bacon Road and a porch was added to two of the sides of the building. From the north facing side of the building, a view down into the valley to Ware and beyond could be seen

  
The club was very popular and had many events going on most of the time. The club sponsored a Boy Scout troop for a few years and some of the spruce trees on the property were put here by the scouts. The Padaquadic Bowmen joined the club in 1957, adding archery to the club. They held many large competitions and champion shoots with large numbers of people attending. In 1966, they held a U.S.B.B.A. Championship with about 170 contestants participating.

  
In 1974 the old clubhouse burned down at the hands of an arsonist. The members got together and built the present clubhouse, just beyond the site of the old club. The mound at the front end of the new building is the original club’s resting place. The club became incorporated in 1976 and changed its name from the Nenameseck Rod and Gun Club to the current name of Nenameseck Sportsmen’s Club. It was thought that the new name would better represent all sporting activities held on club grounds.

Club Bulletins

A Brief Review of 2020

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February 28, 2021 Comments Off on A Brief Review of 2020

A brief review of 2020 The Covid-19 virus throw a bit of a monkey wrench into our year. The mandated closing, limited meeting and special rules to open were given and followed. We did have to close the outdoor range...

2021 Membership Renewal Info

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February 13, 2021February 24, 2021 Comments Off on 2021 Membership Renewal Info

Paper renewals were mailed out on Monday 2/22/2021.   Enclosed you will find the old school paper renewal and a letter with a passcode for online renewals. We are strongly encouraging online renewals as the old school way is very time...

Indoor Pistol Range Closed 1/29 @4:30pm-6:30pm

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January 28, 2021 Comments Off on Indoor Pistol Range Closed 1/29 @4:30pm-6:30pm

The indoor pistol range will be closed from 4:30pm to 6:30pm on Friday, January 29. The Ware PD will be conducting training/qualification at this time. Please plan accordingly.

February Club Meeting & Nominations

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January 26, 2021 Comments Off on February Club Meeting & Nominations

Nenameseck Sportsmen Club will be having the February meeting. It will be February 2nd at 7pm. We will not be taking new memberships at this time due to the membership chairman resigning his position but hope to by April ....

Youth Archery League – Cancelled

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December 28, 2020December 28, 2020 Comments Off on Youth Archery League – Cancelled

Nenameseck Sportsman's Club is sorry to inform everyone that the Youth Archery League has been canceled for this year due to the corona virus restrictions. Governor Baker has limited the number of people allowed indoors. We hope everyone will return...

Upcoming Events

  1. Pistol Team 5pm-9:30pm (Indoor Pistol Range Closed)

    March 8 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  2. Winter Rifle League (Indoor Pistol Range Closed) 5pm-9pm

    March 10 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  3. Pistol Team 5pm-9:30pm (Indoor Pistol Range Closed)

    March 15 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  4. Winter Rifle League (Indoor Pistol Range Closed) 5pm-9pm

    March 17 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  5. Pistol Team 5pm-9:30pm (Indoor Pistol Range Closed)

    March 22 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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Nenameseck Sportsmen's Club
P.O. Box 284
Palmer, MA 01069

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Nenameseck Sportsmen's Club
150 Bacon Road
Palmer, MA 01069



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