The Central Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association (CWSA) Mission Statement
The CWSA was founded on 11 December 1947 with the principles of comradery and sportsmanship being foremost considerations. By providing and maintaining a premiere facility to foster the shooting sports, the aims of the founders will be self-perpetuating.
The CWSA will continue to provide a safe environment where firearm enthusiasts may exercise and share their fondness of the shooting sports. This will be accomplished through offered firearm education in all disciplines, friendly competitions, and meetings related to those topics.
Recognizing that a positive public perception is paramount to the success of the CWSA’s mission, the Association and its members will always practice sound principles of citizenship and fellowship. To that end, all will be encouraged to join the Association, participate in its offerings, and contribute to its mission in any way possible.
— By Gary Raster
Become a CWSA Member
Membership applications can be found in the white mailbox at the entrance gate. We are accepting new members on 25 January 2025 – please contact Larry Memmer for more membership information. Bring a completed application to the next membership orientation (dates below). Renewal members will be notified via EZ Facilities to renew your membership.
If you did not renew your membership for 2025 please return your key in the white bottle on the clubhouse countertop or in the mailbox by the gate. You can also mail it to 397 West Safari Street Coupeville, WA 98239.
2025 Membership Renewal Dates
The best way to renew is online at the convenience of your home. Otherwise, dates listed below are for those who must come in and pay by cash. Please renew online to beat the long lines of those people paying by cash. These are the only in-person renewal dates for 2025 membership. If you don’t pay on one of those dates, you’ll have to pay online or mail your check in.
Fob keys will be deactivated on 14 January 2025 for those who haven’t paid their dues. For those wishing to pay online, invoices will start coming out on 1 November 2025. If you have any questions, please contact Larry Memmer or Ralph Young.
2025 Membership Renewal dates:
- 18 December 2024, 4:00pm to 6:30pm
- 13 January 2025, 4:00pm to 6:30pm
- 14 January 2025 Fob keys are deactivated – a $25 fee will be charged for reinstatement
2025 New Membership Orientation Dates
Please print and complete a membership application and waiver and a copy of the range rules and bring them with you. All Orientation Briefs will take place at the end of membership process for new members. Please bring a lunch.
- 25 January 2025
Sign up for new member applications in processing at 10:30am
Orientation starts at 12:30pm - 8 March 2025
Sign up for new member applications in processing at 10:30am
Orientation is from 1:00pm to 2:30pm - 3 May 2025
Sign up for new member applications in processing at 10:30am
Orientation is from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm - 19 July 2025
Sign up for new member applications in processing at 10:30am
Orientation is from 1:00pm to 2:30pm - 20 September 2025*
Sign up for new member applications in processing at 10:30am
Orientation is from 12:30pm to 1:30pm
* Last new member orientation for 2025
Service Projects
Service projects are held on the first Sunday and Wednesday of each month starting at 9:00am. If these days do not work for you, please contact Ed Hilkey at (360) 929-2896. Remember: As of July 2022, all members must complete one service project per year or pay a $50.00 penalty when you renew your membership. Members who are 75 years old, in good standing for five years and are disabled by the state (with a license, placard, or doctor’s statement) do not have to perform an annual service project. Members older than 80 years of age shall be exempt from work party service without incurring the additional fee.
Shotguns rules
Shotguns are only allowed on the Trap Range, Pattern Board and Bay 6 utilizing Lead shot 7 1/2 or smaller. Slugs can be use in the old short range behind the clubhouse and the 100 and 200 yard ranges ONLY to sight in your shotgun. Bay 6 has a new shotgun target made of hog fencing that is 12′ long and should hold up to lead shot. Please bring clothespins or tape to hang your targets up. Shotguns are not allowed on any other range.
How do I get there?
397 West Safari Street, Coupeville WA 98239
If you are starting North of Coupeville, travel South on Hwy 20 until you pass Island County Transit building and bus barn on the left. You will see the entrance to CWSA on the right-hand side opposite the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
If you are starting South of Keystone Ferry, travel North on Hwy 525 until you pass Salmagundi Farms. You’ll see the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on the right and the entrance to the CWSA on the left.
When are the meetings?
- General Meetings are on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00pm.
Visit the membership page for information about joining CWSA. - Board Meetings are on the 4th Monday of each month at 6:00pm.
All members are welcome to attend.