Founded in 1958 by five families with a shared love for hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors, the North Santiam Sportsman’s Club (NSSC) has grown to become a unique community. Today, nearly 100 families enjoy the club, maintaining the same passion for outdoor recreation that our founders once held.

 

NSSC is nestled on the picturesque south shore of Detroit Lake in Detroit, Oregon. Our home-away-from-home offers a serene and scenic environment for camping, boating, and a variety of outdoor activities. NSSC members are a diverse group of individuals and families, united by their love for the outdoors.

 

Club Amenities

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58 Campsites: Ideal for families and individuals who enjoy camping with running water and basic necessities. Some sites have enough space for a camper or motorhome, but most are tent sites.

 

60 Boat Slips & Swim Dock: Perfect for boating enthusiasts who want easy access to Detroit Lake.

 

Historic Lodge: Originally built as a gathering place, now used for special events and club functions.

 

Close-Knit Community: Our membership includes nearly 100 families, with many sharing campsites and boat slips.

 

Application Process

 

At this time, our waiting list is full, as we reached our cap of 50 applicants. We encourage those interested in becoming a member to contact our Secretary at the link below to be placed on our email notification list. When our application list opens back up, we will do our best to notify those who are interested.

 

The pace at which applicants are moved into membership varies—sometimes we have no movement, while other years we may have multiple openings. Applicants are required to complete a background check and pay a $100 non-refundable fee to be placed on the waiting list, which also covers the background check process. Once accepted, new members pay a $1,000 new member fee (minus the initial $100), plus annual dues of $450. We contact and offer acceptance to applicants in the order they were added to the list.​

 

Membership Requirements

 

To maintain membership in NSSC, the following annual requirements must be met:

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• Pay Annual Dues: $450, due by October 31.
   

• Volunteer Hours: Complete 15 hours of volunteer service to support the club.
   

• Board Meetings: Attend at least one NSSC Board Meeting each year.
   

• Camp Usage: Meet the minimum usage requirements, which range from 12 to 18 days annually depending on your membership status.
   

• Camp Host Duty: Serve as Camp Host for one weekend during the summer.
   

We look forward to welcoming new members who share our passion for outdoor recreation and community. Feel free to contact the Secretary at the link below with your questions.