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Our gun ranges are set up for 5 different distances. 10, 25, 50 75, 100 yards  

Each has it's own shooting tables.   There is room for several shooters at each station.  Rules are posted on each range.

 

 

ELWOOD CONSERVATION CLUB, INC

Grounds and Standing Range Rules

 

  1. All Members must have their current membership in their possession when on club property and signed in.
  2. Members have the right to check other member’s cards while on club grounds.
  3. Ranges are open from 8 AM. To Sunset. ( Sunset time varies with calendar ) Stillboard range may remain open past sunset but in no case later than 9:30 PM (Local Time).
  4. Shooting any form of wildlife or domestic animals on club property is strictly prohibited.
  5. Shooting of rocks, glass, bowling pins, concrete or any object that may promote a ricochet is strictly prohibited. Metal free swing targets are permitted.
  6. All casings, targets, cans, and other trash are to put in cans provided before you leave. If cans are full, take your trash with you. The range trash cans are not for disposing of your trash from home.
  7. Eye and ear protection are required while shooting on any range. This rule applies to non-shooters, such as guests and children, as well.  Allowing a child to run loose on any range will result in expulsion from the club.
  8. Firearms must be under control at all times.  NO uncontrolled, automatic, bursts, sustained or rapid fire will be tolerated including “bump firing”. ( AIM EVERY SHOT )  Be aware of every other shooter’s position on the range with you. 
  9. NO ALCOHOL OR RECREATIONAL DRUGS ALLOWED ON THE RANGE.
  10. NO aerial targets period.  Biodegradable clays may be used as still targets only.
  11. Legal firearms are any caliber, but NO fully automatic. ( 17 through 50 BMG )
  12. The firing line is considered to be the front of the benches or the edge of the overhead if there is no bench..  NO ONE is allowed beyond this point when range is active.
  13. Targets must be placed at the base of the earthen backstops.  No targets are to be placed above center of the earthen back stops.  ABSOLUTELY NO target set mid range.
  14. No person is to be down range unless the range is safe.  All shooting stops and actions open, clips and magazines out, all guns down on bench.  No handling guns while anyone is setting, checking or retrieving target. Each shooter must deem, “IS THE LINE SAFE,” before going beyond the firing line.
  15. Ranges may close for short maintenance periods. Generally only the range being worked on  the moment will be closed.
  16. No one under age 18 is permitted to use the range without member parent or guardian with them on the range.
  17. All NRA safe firearm practices will be observed while on the range.

 

Family Membership:

                This means that you, (dues paid and current), your spouse and all children under age eighteen (18) are included on one card. An ID card may be provided for a spouse. This means that you, the registered member, must be with them and they must be signed in when they are on club property but your spouse (with proper ID card) may shoot on the range without the member being present. The member must be present for children to shoot. This does not apply to supervised events open to the general public.

 

Guest Policy:

                You may bring guests to the club.  Guests must be sponsored by you, the member, signed in and be accompanied by you at all times. Any misdeed incurred by your guest will be your responsibility. You will be held accountable and your membership is at risk of expulsion.  A guest may use the gun ranges if registered and with a $5.00 fee paid for a one (1) day guest pass.  Your spouse is NOT allowed to sponsor  guests. Past or delinquent members may use the ranges ONLY as a sponsored guest as outlined above and no exceptions will be made. General public is only permitted during supervised scheduled events.

 

 

1.   ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
This is the primary rule of gun safety. A safe direction means that the gun is pointed so that even if it were to go off it would not cause injury or damage. The key to this rule is to control where the muzzle or front end of the barrel is pointed at all times. Common sense dictates the safest direction, depending on different circumstances.

2.   ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
When holding a gun, rest your finger on the trigger guard or along the side of the gun. Until you are actually ready to fire, do not touch the trigger.

3.   ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.
Whenever you pick up a gun, immediately engage the safety device if possible, and, if the gun has a magazine, remove it before opening the action and looking into the chamber(s) which should be clear of ammunition. If you do not know how to open the action or inspect the chamber(s), leave the gun alone and get help from someone who does.

 

 

 

 

 

 

        This range was developed to provide a place for firearm safety training and target shooting.  Reckless shooting or acts of vandalism will result in a loss of the range and suspension of membership privileges.  Please have your membership card on your person when using the club, you may be asked to present it by another member or club officer.


 

 
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