NTTL
The Northern Tier Trap League was started in 1970 by four teams: "Climax" (now Beaver River), Carthage, Henderson and Brownville. Our season starts the beginning of May and ends the beginning of September. Teams shoot agains each other twice, once at each field. Individuals have to sign up and shoot one match before the half way point to have their score count. Each team takes their top five scores of the night for their team score. Members are not expected to attend every league night, however you must attend all shoots to qualify for the "Robin Turck Memorial Top Gun Trophy". High Average and Class awards must shoot 75% of the matches to receive an award.
Think you are interested in joining but are not sure which team to join? Check out the "Teams" page where you can learn about our individual clubs. If you have a club and are interested in joining the league click on the "Information" link to learn how.
Think you are interested in joining but are not sure which team to join? Check out the "Teams" page where you can learn about our individual clubs. If you have a club and are interested in joining the league click on the "Information" link to learn how.
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Thank you Erik Hirschey for giving our schedule a much needed update!
NTTL over the years
1980's
The 80’s brought interest to the Alexandria Bay and Ft. Drum area. Pine Tree Point joined our league, and Ft. Drum agreed to post a list of teams and contact information in case there was any interest. Belleville lost their home field and was forced to shoot all away matches. The formation of the “50 Club” had some members shooting 50 targets on league night. With their first 25 counted for their team score. “50 Club” members had to shoot five times to have their average count at the end of the year. The league Historian, Jim Rounds, recognized Harold Ramsdell as being the only original person still shooting in the NTTL, who had not missed a single shoot (1988). Unfortunately, Harold passed away a year later from a heart attack (1989) In 1984 a league record was set by Henderson who had fired 11 perfect matches. The Lyme Club hosted a traveling trophy shoot.
Clubs included: Henderson, Carthage, Sackets Harbor, Macinist, Kingston, Pine Tree Point, Belleville, Adams Center, Lyme, Beaver River and Watertown.
Presidents: Bob Jank ('85,'86,'87), Dave DuLong ('88)
Secretary/Treasurer's: Mary VanTassel ('85,'86,'87), Diane Maitland ('88)
1990’s
20th Anniversary of NTTL is celebrated by pins that were given to league members. Patches were also purchased to be sold. The Machinists leave the league (1992), but three new teams write letters of intent to join (1994). Fort Drum, Henderson, and Watertown were added making the total of 11 teams. Fort Drum only stays in the league a few years. For the 25th Anniversary, of the NTTL, Gene Remington makes a motion to purchase plaques for each league member who has been in the league the entire 25 years. Pins were also made and sold for $1.00 with the league absorbing the remainder of the cost. In 1997, the NTTL became incorporated. In memory of Bob Rarick Lyme proposes a trophy for most improved shooter.
NTTL members who passed away: Edgar Mason, Herb St. Lewis, Bob Rarick
Presidents: Robin Turck ('95,'96,'97,'99), John Zehr ('94) Rick Mothersell ('90,'91,'92,'93)
Vice President's: Lyle Covey ('97,'99,'00) Randy LaChausse ('95,'96) George Moulton ('94) Bill Milton ('90,'91) Pat Putman('92,'93)
Secretary/Treasurer's: Karen Turck ('97,'99,'00), Travis Dann ('95,'96), Tim Wright ('90,'91,'92,'93,'94)
2000’s
More teams leave and join. Due to new Canadian firearm laws Kingston is forced to leave the league. Pine Tree Point also leaves, and Belleville changes its name to Henderson. Three new teams, Sno Fun, Harrisville, and Brownville Fish and Game Club (used to be Machinists), are welcomed into the league. Travis Dann suggests making a Robin Turck Memorial trophy for the Top Gun.
Members who have passed away: Peter Martin, Robin Turck, Walter C Ford Sr, Wes Alcombrack, Minnie Peck, Helen Blake, Terry Podolski, Bud Schmeer. Todd Wilder, Matt Netto Sr.
President's: Robin Turck ('00,'01), Randy LaChausse ('08,'09), George Moulton ('05,'06), John Zehr ('02,'03,'04)
Vice President's: Lyle Covey ('00,'01), George Moulton ('03,'08,'09) Randy LaChausse ('04,'05,06),
Secretary/Treasurer's: Karen Turck ('00,'01,02) Chuck Reay ('04,'05,'06,'08,'09,'10) Joanne Wilder ('03,'04)
2010 - to Present
In 2011 there were two big changes for the NTTL. The northerntiertrapleague.com website was created, and Mel Bussler broadcasted our results on the Channel 7 News.
2012 brings a new team to the NTTL. Lowville Fish and Game Club officially joins to make a total of 10 teams. At the end of the 2012 season a letter requesting Lyme Trap Team be reinstated was submitted. Welcome back Lyme! We currently have a total of 11 teams which means each team will have a 'bye' in the first and second half.
2013 The first meeting of the season was held and things are under way for the start of the 2013 season! NTTL Rules are now posted for members to review. Please take the time to read and observe them this coming season. The schedule for this year was resurrected out of the league files from 1986.
Members who have passed away: Marlene Schmeer, Bob Nottell, Gilbert Adams,
President's: Randy LaChausse ('10,'11,'12,'13) Vice President's: George Moulton ('10,'11,12,'13) Secretary/Treasurer's: Gina Wirth ('11,'12,'13)
2012 brings a new team to the NTTL. Lowville Fish and Game Club officially joins to make a total of 10 teams. At the end of the 2012 season a letter requesting Lyme Trap Team be reinstated was submitted. Welcome back Lyme! We currently have a total of 11 teams which means each team will have a 'bye' in the first and second half.
2013 The first meeting of the season was held and things are under way for the start of the 2013 season! NTTL Rules are now posted for members to review. Please take the time to read and observe them this coming season. The schedule for this year was resurrected out of the league files from 1986.
Members who have passed away: Marlene Schmeer, Bob Nottell, Gilbert Adams,
President's: Randy LaChausse ('10,'11,'12,'13) Vice President's: George Moulton ('10,'11,12,'13) Secretary/Treasurer's: Gina Wirth ('11,'12,'13)
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Watertown Daily Times 3/25/13
Channel 7 News 3/25/13
Watertown Daily Times 3/25/13
Channel 7 News 3/25/13