The Community Organizations database provides information about Monroe County nonprofits and groups.


 

Recreational Clubs - Community Organizations

Click on the title of the organization to view upcoming meetings at the library and links to similar organizations.

Bloomington Indiana Grotto

Description: 

The Bloomington Indiana Grotto was founded in 1958 and is a local chapter of the National Speleological Society. We have a wealth of specialized experience related to exploring and studying caves safely and conscientiously and are here to serve as a resource for those eager to learn more! The BIG is a community for members who wish to network with others interested in caving since it can be very unsafe to go underground alone and unprepared. We work to provide mentoring and education about techniques and equipment, safe caving practices, cave science, and good conservation ethics.

All caving trips hosted by the BIG are organized by volunteers. The BIG does not rent equipment or provide ‘tours’, but rather functions as a meeting hub for people interested in cave-related endeavors.

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Address
Bloomington
IN
47407

Hoosier Chess Academy (HCA)

Description: 
Formerly the Bloomington Indiana Scholastic Chess Club (BISCC).
 
Hoosier Chess Academy is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization for young chess enthusiasts who are interested in competitive chess and skill building. In addition to chess skills, we also emphasize good citizenship, sportsmanship and leadership. HCA is a USCF Affiliate.

The Library chapter meets at the Monroe County Public Library on 1st and 3rd Sundays and is open to all children in grades K-12.

Library Chapter

When: 1:30 – 3:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month during the school year and once a month during the summer months.

Where: Rooms 1B and 1C of the Monroe County Public Library, Downtown Library, 303 E. Kirkwood Ave. Activities for meetings:

1. Lessons taught by experienced local and out-of-town chess coaches
2. Competitive chess ladder games and games with skilled guest players from the Bloomington chess community
3. Information and preparation for upcoming tournaments

Parents must leave a contact phone number for any participating child; Library chapter participants 3rd grade and younger must be accompanied by an adult. To ensure that we provide an enjoyable and learning environment for everyone, we may request players that do not exhibit appropriate behavior to leave a meeting.

To ensure coherence among players, membership with a reasonable fee amount is required for participation beginning in October.

Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
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Address
Bloomington
IN
47402

Monroe County Saddle Club

Description: 

The Monroe County Saddle Club consists of 65 acres, 44 of which are in the Classified Forest. There are approximately 6 miles of trails on the property. The barn has 30 stalls for boarding with 6 acres of pasture, an indoor arena and an outdoor arena. Membership in the club gives you access to all facilities and trails.

 

Club Meetings are held every 1st Monday of the month at 7:30 P.M., unless it falls on a Holiday.

Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
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Address
PO Box 2481
Bloomington
IN
47402
Contact
Rocky
Rice
President
855-2218

Sycamore Valley Gun Club

Description: 

The Sycamore Valley Foundation

Building on over 40 years of accident-free firearms education leadership provided by the Sycamore Valley Gun Club, the Sycamore Valley Conservation and Education Foundation was created in response to changing attitudes regarding firearms ownership. Today, the important role played by law-abiding gun owners is less well understood now than at any time in our nation's history. Through our successful acquisition of the Freedom Conservancy property, the Foundation is establishing a world-class shooting sports and firearms safety education facility right here in the heart of Southern Indiana. Your voluntary contributions are needed now to help make this dream a lasting reality.

The Freedom Conservancy

Situated on nearly 150 acres of fertile White River bottom land in rural Owen County, the Freedom Conservancy is a pleasant blend of open fields and mixed-hardwood forested lands. A long-term forestry, wildlife and water quality conservation plan has been developed to ensure continued habitat for native species. Range development, including existing 100 and 200 yard rifle and 25 yard pistol ranges, is being integrated with ongoing agricultural and recreational uses. Family-oriented programs and facilities centered on the shooting sports are a continuing development emphasis.

The Sycamore Valley Gun Club

The Sycamore Valley Gun Club (SVGC) is responsible for daily operation and management of the Freedom Ranges. Permanent shooting facilities for air gun, pistol, rim fire and high-power rifle are available now to registered members and guests. Access to the range is via locked gate, members are provided with the combination. These existing facilities include a 25 yard pistol range, 100 and (1) 200 yard rifle range(s) and a trap range. Future plans include use-specific ranges dedicated to all major shooting disciplines. Membership in the SVGC is available (optionally) to Sycamore Valley Foundation members (with NRA registration) only.

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Address
Bloomington
IN
47403