Welcome to the Izaak Walton League of America, Jefferson County Chapter
10435 Leetown Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430
About Us
Izaak Walton League of America, Jefferson County Chapter
The IWLA, Jefferson County, is a non-profit organization promoting conservation, education and recreational opportunities in target shooting, trap, skeet, black powder, fishing, picnicking, fishing, archery, etc.
Club Announcements
Email - As many of our members know, the club sends out informational emails from time to time updating members about club activities. If you are a member, would like to receive email from the club and are not receiving them, please contact us at: leetownwviwla@gmail.com and your email address will be added or corrected.
Pond News - The ponds are full again! After what seems like an eternity, the repairs to the two ponds have been mostly completed and the dams are full of water again. Most of us were shocked and overjoyed that the ponds filled up so quickly because we hadn't noticed that much water coming into the ponds while the dams were breached. It may take some time for the ponds to settle after having all manner of vegetation growing in them for so long, but eventually we will be able to introduce fish back into them. In fact, the lower pond still had a few fish in a small area that did not completely drain when the dam was breached for repair. Access to the lower pond is better now because the excavating company widened the trail to it and cleared the access area adjacent to the dam for vehicles to park and turn around. It may take some time for the ground to settle so right now there is a good amount of mud laying around but hopefully once vegetation sets in again, it will be easier to access.
Trap Website - There is a new website just for Leetown trapshooters at: Leetownwvtrap.com Check it out. It contains dates for our Summer Trap League as well as a list of winners for each week and individual scores for all participants.
Summer Trap League - The 2025 Summer Trap League kicks off on Monday, 5/5/2025 and will consist of 12 shoots through Monday, 7/28/2025, meeting every week except for Monday, 5/26/2025 (Memorial Day). Shooting begins at 5:00 p.m. and should be finished by 7:00 p.m. Shooting consists of two rounds, one from the 16 yard line and one from a handicap distance for a total of 50 targets. Teams consist of five people. The cost is $12 per person for each shoot or $144 for all 12. Participants can form their own squad of five shooters or the club will assign the person to a squad that is not full. Or they can simply put their name on a list to either join a squad that is looking for members or be listed as available to substitute only. Club members and non-members are eligible to shoot. Experience runs the gamut from novice to good shooters and everyone is welcome regardless of experience level. There will be an awards ceremony after the event concludes. The date of the awards banquet will be announced at a later date. The signup lists are posted in the club meeting room and are readily visible by the colorful cards on a backing board. Practice for the Summer League will be available on the Monday evenings at 5:00 p.m. through the last week before the beginning of the Summer League.
Notice Regarding Firearms in the Clubhouse - At the November, 2024, regular membership meeting, a resolution was passed unanimously which restricts bringing firearms into the clubhouse. This was done for safety reasons.
Effective immediately, members will no longer be permitted to bring firearms into the clubhouse. Exceptions include firearms that are brought in for raffles/auctions and for sanctioned training events. For the exceptions, the firearms must be unloaded and bolt removed, action in the open position or other recognized method for making the firearm inoperable.
Concealed and open carry firearms will continue to be permitted in the clubhouse, but no handling of these firearms will be permitted.
Gate Key Fob Notice - Issues and questions regarding the Gate Key Fob or questions regarding membership will be resolved at the next monthly meeting or by contacting Kellie Harding at info@jeffersoncountywviwla.com.
Inclement Weather Notice - If Jefferson County schools are cancelled due to weather on a day when a regular monthly IWLA meeting is scheduled, that meeting will be cancelled and business held over to the following month.
Electronic Gate Won't Open? - If the electronic gate will not open due to a power outage or mechanical failure, members may use the double metal gate, as the code on the gate lock always matches the 4-digit code on your membership card.
Space Available on Boat Rack -
The Pond Committee expanded the boat storage rack nd there are several spaces available to rent. The boat spaces rent for only $20.00 per year. The spaces accommodate boats approximately 48″ wide. You will be issued a stainless steel lock & key with your rental payment.
If you are interested in storing your boat, canoe, or kayak at our Upper Pond site, please constact Keith Baker at keithlbaker@gmail.com.
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Open 8am to dusk every day
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