Big Bore and 100 Yard Range Rules
I. Additional Firearm Safety Rules
- Firearms may only be unbagged at the shooting benches, and the muzzle must always remain pointed downrange.
- Do not unbag firearms on the counter behind the benches.
- Drawing from the holster is not allowed on the 100- and 200-yard ranges.
- Empty chamber indicators must be inserted during a cease fire and while firearms are uncased and not in use.
II. Ammunition Restrictions
- Armor-piercing, tracer, and incendiary ammunition are strictly prohibited on club property.
- Firing of .50 BMG cartridges at 100 yards is prohibited and is allowed on the 200-yard firing points.
III. Approved Targets & Placement
- Targets may be placed only at the designated distances of 25, 50, 75, or 100 yards.
- Targets may not be placed on the ground. All targets must be mounted on approved stands.
- Cross-firing is strictly prohibited.
- Shooting at glass, cans, or other non-approved objects is prohibited. Only approved targets may be used.
- Approved targets include:
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- Paper targets
- Ballistic rubber targets
- Steel plate targets mounted on a fixed stand
- Clay targets
Paper targets:
- To ensure proper bullet impact into the berm, paper targets must be mounted on target stands with a maximum height of 60” from 25-100 yards and 72” beyond 100 yards.
Steel plate (gong-type) targets:
- May only be placed at the 100-yard berm, or beyond.
- Must be attached to a rigid support (not suspended from rope or cable).
- Must be angled downward at a 15o forward facing angle and no higher than 42”.
- May not exceed a 36-inch centerline height.
Clay targets:
- May be placed on the 100-yard berm face and,
- Must not exceed 48 inches in height; and
- Must ensure a proper impact into the berm.
IV. Hours of Operation & Conduct
- Range hours are 9:00 a.m. to sunset, except for designated lighted fields or ranges.
- Sunset is defined by Weather.com or on a smartphone.
