All about East Hartford Sportsmen's Association, Inc.

Facilities and Ranges

• Trap and Sporting Clays: EHSA offers trap shooting and sporting clays facilities. These ranges are equipped with hand-held, lever-operated, and fully automatic devices and machines to cater to various shooting preferences.
• Bird Hunting Grounds: The club provides extensive grounds for bird hunting, including open fields, cornfields, woodlands, and marshlands around the Connecticut River floodplains. The grounds are stocked with ring-neck pheasants, and there are also wild ruffed grouse, woodcock, and various ducks and geese.
• Dog Training Areas: EHSA has designated areas for dog training, allowing members to train their dogs to point, hold, back, or retrieve birds in a natural environment. These areas are available both during and outside the hunting season.

Services and Activities

• Hunting: The club is heavily focused on bird hunting, with a particular emphasis on pheasant hunting. Members can enjoy hunting in diverse terrains and participate in seasonal hunting activities.
• Shooting Events: EHSA hosts various shooting events, including trap and sporting clays competitions. These events are designed to improve members' shooting skills and provide a platform for friendly competition.
• Dog Training: Members can use the dog training areas to prepare their dogs for hunting seasons. The club supports year-round training to ensure dogs are well-prepared for hunting activities.
• Community Engagement: The club is committed to promoting responsible hunting and fishing practices. It works to improve hunting and fishing conditions, ensure the observance of fish and game laws, and protect the properties of landowners who allow hunting and fishing on their land.

Membership and Community

The East Hartford Sportsmen's Association is open to individuals interested in hunting, fishing, and shooting sports. The club emphasizes safety, conservation, and community involvement. Membership provides access to the club's facilities, events, and training programs, fostering a welcoming environment for both seasoned sportsmen and beginners.