Matanuska Valley Sportsmen Inc

Competition and training classes were offered an average of once per week. Both formal and informal classes were offered. We continue to develop new classes to add to the offerings. The State of Alaska Hunter Education Program classes are also offered and have been well attended. Class attendance has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels due in part to management efforts on the part of the training manager and a dedicated cadre of instructors. Over 325 people were trained in both formal and informal training classes. The classes given provided training from introduction to firearms through advanced personal defense. Training also included Range Safety Officer Training, Chief Range Safety Officer Training, a metallic cartridge reloading class, and Refuse To Be A Victim class. A total of 34 classes were provided in 9 different disciplines and 263 people received training.. We continue to develop new classes to add to the offerings. The State of Alaska Hunter Education Program classes are also offered. In 2024, 97 people were trained under that program in 8 different classes.

A gun show was sponsored in 2024 to provide members and the public: 1) the opportunity to view new developments in the firearms industry; 2) the opportunity to upgrade personal and professional equipment; 3) to purchase new and specialized personal and professional equipment and supplies; 4) the opportunity to observe historically significant educational displays; and 5) to sell un-needed personal supplies and equipment. Over 100 vendors displayed and over 1500 people attended.

Government agencies use of the range. This program provides an opportunity for specialized training by a government agency through curricula that are developed by the agencies to meet their unique training requirements.A number of church groups have used the range to develop contingency plans for active shooter scenarios and to develop their participant skill levels.We have seen an increase in corporate security training activities.

The gaming program has been successful. Income from the program exceeds expenses. We have supported other non-profits in their gaming programs with positive results. A bingo parlor has played our permit. A variety of raffles have been held.