Hello AAFTA clubs and shooters!
We had a GREAT National Championship at the Aguadilla Field Target club in Puerto Rico! It was a great success and we thank our host for all their hard work, dedication and hospitality! Awesome job AFTAAC!
Here is a report from our annual meeting and the items that were discussed.
-We presented a to-date treasurers report.
This report came before our annual auction and end of year expenses, so we will email a final report for the year to the clubs once that data is complete. As we look to 2023 and 2024, the BOG is looking at new ways we can support host clubs, promote the sport and help support WORLDS in 2024.
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-The AAFTA BOG presented a change regarding the pistol field target rules.
A member petitioned the BOG regarding pistol scope magnification capabilities. We reviewed and made the following rule change starting in 2023:
Original rule 11: Scopes maximum magnification of 12x. Variable scopes capable of greater than 12x are not allowed. Clicking is allowed.
New rule 11 starting in 2023: Scope maximum magnification of 12x. Variable scopes of greater than 12X must be turned to 12X or the nearest lower factory marking on the scope. Clicking is allowed.
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-Vote for 2023 BOG members
Ballots were distributed to club representatives in good standing and a final vote was taken. Garrett Kwakkestein and Paul Cray gained the most votes and will serve 3 year terms respectively on the BOG starting in 2023. In addition, Chris Corey has asked to step down from the board, so we have asked Brad Troyer to fill his seat for the remainder of his term- 2 years. Brad received the next highest number of votes. We thank Garrett, Paul and Brad for their willingness to serve, their wisdom and expertise!
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-By-Law amendments
Two items were up for vote regarding by-law amendments. Each required a 2/3 majority vote to pass.
ITEM 1 regarding a wording change to clarify the number of members on the BOG passed nearly unanimously.
ORIGINAL STATEMENT FOUND IN ARTICLE VII:
The Board of Governors will consist of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary-Treasurer elected by a majority vote of the Board.
APPROVED AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VII FOR 2023:
The Board of Governors will consist of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary-Treasurer elected by a majority vote of the Board in addition to the other 3 members-at-large.
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ITEM 2 regarding AAFTA club dues, increasing the annual dues to $50 FAILED to pass by one vote. Annual dues will remain $25 for 2023.
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-The BOG encourages more clubs to host Grand Prix events in 2023.
If you have questions about hosting a GP you can find much of the information you need on the AAFTA.org web site. Feel free to contact the BOG with any questions at [email protected]. We will assist any way we can to help promote GPs in the new season. And pease submit your planned GP events on the aafta.org web site and facebook group for promotion and to insure it counts for the GP season.
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-ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT HOST FOR THE 2023 AAFTA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
North East Ohio will host the 2023 Nats! Congratulations to NOA!!! Date and location will be forthcoming.
AND, we are very close to announcing hosts for the 2024 Nats- stay tuned…
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There was a brief question and answer session about WFTC Worlds. Governor Lauren Parsons explained how shooter slots were divided and distributed among countries.
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Finally I closed the meeting with words of thanks for the BOG and all their hard work in 2022. They have gone above and beyond to not only further the sport, but put us in a good position for the coming year!
As I type this message, the BOG are working on checking and double checking the GP points for the season. We will announce the top shooters in the coming days. Awards will be mailed to the top shooters in the following weeks.
Thank you for your support of AAFTA and Field Target!
Philip Hepler
[email protected]
We had a GREAT National Championship at the Aguadilla Field Target club in Puerto Rico! It was a great success and we thank our host for all their hard work, dedication and hospitality! Awesome job AFTAAC!
Here is a report from our annual meeting and the items that were discussed.
-We presented a to-date treasurers report.
This report came before our annual auction and end of year expenses, so we will email a final report for the year to the clubs once that data is complete. As we look to 2023 and 2024, the BOG is looking at new ways we can support host clubs, promote the sport and help support WORLDS in 2024.
_______________
-The AAFTA BOG presented a change regarding the pistol field target rules.
A member petitioned the BOG regarding pistol scope magnification capabilities. We reviewed and made the following rule change starting in 2023:
Original rule 11: Scopes maximum magnification of 12x. Variable scopes capable of greater than 12x are not allowed. Clicking is allowed.
New rule 11 starting in 2023: Scope maximum magnification of 12x. Variable scopes of greater than 12X must be turned to 12X or the nearest lower factory marking on the scope. Clicking is allowed.
_______________
-Vote for 2023 BOG members
Ballots were distributed to club representatives in good standing and a final vote was taken. Garrett Kwakkestein and Paul Cray gained the most votes and will serve 3 year terms respectively on the BOG starting in 2023. In addition, Chris Corey has asked to step down from the board, so we have asked Brad Troyer to fill his seat for the remainder of his term- 2 years. Brad received the next highest number of votes. We thank Garrett, Paul and Brad for their willingness to serve, their wisdom and expertise!
_______________
-By-Law amendments
Two items were up for vote regarding by-law amendments. Each required a 2/3 majority vote to pass.
ITEM 1 regarding a wording change to clarify the number of members on the BOG passed nearly unanimously.
ORIGINAL STATEMENT FOUND IN ARTICLE VII:
The Board of Governors will consist of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary-Treasurer elected by a majority vote of the Board.
APPROVED AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VII FOR 2023:
The Board of Governors will consist of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary-Treasurer elected by a majority vote of the Board in addition to the other 3 members-at-large.
_______________
ITEM 2 regarding AAFTA club dues, increasing the annual dues to $50 FAILED to pass by one vote. Annual dues will remain $25 for 2023.
_______________
-The BOG encourages more clubs to host Grand Prix events in 2023.
If you have questions about hosting a GP you can find much of the information you need on the AAFTA.org web site. Feel free to contact the BOG with any questions at [email protected]. We will assist any way we can to help promote GPs in the new season. And pease submit your planned GP events on the aafta.org web site and facebook group for promotion and to insure it counts for the GP season.
_______________
-ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT HOST FOR THE 2023 AAFTA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
North East Ohio will host the 2023 Nats! Congratulations to NOA!!! Date and location will be forthcoming.
AND, we are very close to announcing hosts for the 2024 Nats- stay tuned…
_______________
There was a brief question and answer session about WFTC Worlds. Governor Lauren Parsons explained how shooter slots were divided and distributed among countries.
_______________
Finally I closed the meeting with words of thanks for the BOG and all their hard work in 2022. They have gone above and beyond to not only further the sport, but put us in a good position for the coming year!
As I type this message, the BOG are working on checking and double checking the GP points for the season. We will announce the top shooters in the coming days. Awards will be mailed to the top shooters in the following weeks.
Thank you for your support of AAFTA and Field Target!
Philip Hepler
[email protected]
