Mungindi shooter, Ben Picton, said the people involved with the club over the last 80 years had contributed to  the position it was in now.

“We had about 60 members back when we first started, but those numbers have probably decreased in recent years because the public attitude towards shooting and firearms has changed,” he said.

“In saying that, firearms are a part of rural life. The cost of living also contributes to the lesser numbers, but it’s going to be a really good day for the club.”

On the day there will be various competitions for shooters and Picton said many Moree businesses had contributed prizes.

“They’ve been really forthcoming and have pretty much given us anything off the shelves,” he said.

“We really appreciate what they’ve done for us.

“We hope we’ll be able to give each grade their own little gift and a bit of money too.”

Various prizes will be awarded throughout the weekend and a barbecue will be held on Saturday with life members Neville Picton and Gary Doyle to cut the celebratory cake on Sunday.

“Neville’s been around for 70 years and Gary’s been around for 60.

“They’re the reason the club has lasted so long,” he said.

“If you don’t have them, you don’t have a club so we’re very thankful.”

Picton said visitors from Brisbane were expected to make the trip.