The Eaton Rapids Conservation Club of Michigan

The Eaton Rapids Conservation Club of Michigan Non-Profit Organization
http://eatonrapidsconservationclub.org

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06/01/2026

Next member meeting June 2nd 6:30pm
Lead re-claim Mondays at 6pm
Group therapy (club shoot) Thursday s at 6:00pm
June Rentals: Saturday June 6 th
Saturday June 13th And
Sunday June 14th
Saturday June 20th
Club Bon fire and pot luck, 6:00pm. Bring dish to pass June 27th 6:00pm
The 4H kids will be on the range Tuesday the 16th from 6 to 8pm
When clubhouse is rented the Range is Closed unless specified.

05/31/2026

MAY 31, 1776
In Philadelphia, Washington confers with Congress as the war’s practical demands press in. Congress resolves to grant Brigadier General Thomas Mifflin, the quartermaster general, $50,000—an immense sum for tents, tools, and the material backbone of the army.

Discussion turns to ammunition: Lead must be sent at once to Major General Philip Schuyler, the commander in the Northern Department, and colonies are urged to report on the condition of their lead mines

05/30/2026

MAY 30, 1776
Washington is in Philadelphia as Congress debates how to defend New York against an expected British assault. Today, Congress grants him broad authority to direct the construction of naval defenses.

He is empowered to build fire rafts—floating vessels packed with combustibles, set adrift to burn enemy ships; row galleys—low, oar-powered boats carrying cannon; and floating batteries—raft-like platforms mounting heavy guns to guard key channels.

05/30/2026

MAY 29, 1776
After consulting with Washington in Philadelphia, a Congressional committee submits its report: Canada needs reinforcement, New York is expected to face a major British attack, and a 10,000-man “flying camp” (or a strategic reserve) is proposed for the middle colonies.

Congress resolves “that an animated address be published to impress the minds of the people with the necessity of their now stepping forward to save their country, their freedom and property.”

05/28/2026

MAY 28, 1776
With Washington in Philadelphia, the Continental Congress wrestles with the war’s many practical burdens. Delegates debate regulating the price of salt, critical to preserve meat and sustain both soldiers and civilians.

Washington writes to Major General Israel Putnam in New York. He warns that if intelligence confirms the British fleet is approaching, Putnam must send an express immediately. Washington urges him to press forward with defensive works and to hasten the regiments in completing their colors.

05/26/2026

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MAY 26, 1776
Washington remains in Philadelphia, where he has been meeting with the Continental Congress. Being Sunday, Congress does not convene today. Major General Philip Schuyler writes from Fort George with more bad news from Canada—shortages of men, boats, and provisions.

On top of mounting military concerns, Washington must contend with rumors of betrayal within the ranks. Mark Hopkins, a Massachusetts lawyer and militia colonel, reports that earlier suspicions about Schuyler’s loyalty are unfounded

05/25/2026

MAY 25, 1776
Washington is in Philadelphia, attending the Continental Congress for a second consecutive day. He confers with the delegates as a whole about how to meet the growing British military threat, particularly in Canada and New York.

By the end of the day, Congress shifts course and appoints a committee—including John Adams and Benjamin Harrison—to work directly with Washington, Horatio Gates, and Thomas Mifflin to “concert a plan of military operations for the ensuing campaign

05/24/2026

MAY 24, 1776
Washington meets with the Continental Congress in Philadelphia. The crisis in Canada dominates discussion. After consulting with him, a congressional committee urges American forces to “contest every foot” of Canada and block British movement along the St. Lawrence.

Washington writes to Major General John Thomas, the commander in Canada. Acknowledging the failed siege of Quebec, he urges Thomas to make a stand as far downriver as possible while preserving the army.

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4483 Freeman Road
Eaton Rapids, MI
48827

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