range rules

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 1. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages are permitted on the range. No one under the influence of alcohol or any drugs is permitted use of the range.

2. All members must visibly display on their person their Membership Card and must provide photo ID when asked. 

3. Amber Caution lights must be turned on when using the Rifle Range..

4. NO loaded firearms on range (that means outside the shooting line).

5. Keep all firearms pointed down range and in a safe direction.

6. When placing or checking targets:

    a. YOU MUST COMMUNICATE WITH ALL OTHER SHOOTERS REGARDING TURNING        LIGHTS ON

    b. All firearms must have their action open and safe.

    c. Before stepping off the concrete walkway and onto the Range, ALL shooters MUST activate (turn on) their nearest Safety Light Switch. 

    d. When another shooter has already activated the lights, you MUST also turn on your nearest Safety Light Switch. 

    e. Guns must not be handled when the Safety Lights are on. 

    f. The lights will turn off when ALL shooters have deactivated (turned off) their Safety Light Switch.

    g. YOU MUST COMMUNICATE WITH ALL OTHER SHOOTERS REGARDING TURNING LIGHTS OFF

    h. All shooters are now safe to shoot.

7. When not on the firing line, guns must be in a holster, case or rack.

8. NO cross-firing on the range (do not cross from one firing lane to another). (e.g. 100 yard bench--100 yard target).

9. NO random firing or firing into the ground. All shots must directly impact the backstop.

10. Coordinate activity with shooters on adjacent benches.

11. Paper targets only (except Trap League).

12. Pick up your brass and clean up your targets (do not rely on someone else).

13. Slug guns are permitted on the Rifle Range. DO NOT pattern a shotgun on the Rifle Range      (Shotgun patterning can be done into the wire hillside backstop adjacent to the parking lot).

14. Shooting hours:

    a. Monday thru Saturday - 9:00 am to sunset.

    b. Sunday, noon to sunset.

    c. The Rifle Range is closed Every Tuesday at 4:00 pm for the Trap League, also when the Archers             3-D Shoots are active, when mowing is conducted or otherwise announced.

    d. October, November & December - MEMBERS and IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY! (Excluding Club Trap League events) 

15. When the Rifle Range Caution Lights are on, the Trap Range is closed. .

16. When the Trap Range Beacon Lights are lit, the Rifle Range is closed.

17. When two or more are on the firing line, the group appoints a safety officer.

18. When using the 300 yard target, the gate at the trap range must be closed and the red beacon lights turned on (the switch is on the rail at the top of the trap range stairs).

19. All ranges are on a First Come First Serve basis. Respect other Members and Guests.

NOTE: Violation of these rules will result in a three to six month suspension.

Repeat violations will not be tolerated and may result in loss of membership.

Any questions or comments should be made to an Officer or Director in writing.

Destruction of club property is grounds for expulsion from the club. Involved parties will be required to pay restitution and may be prosecuted.

  · YOU MUST COMMUNICATE WITH ALL OTHER SHOOTERS REGARDING TURNING LIGHTS ON

· Before stepping off the concrete walkway and onto the Range, ALL shooters MUST activate (turn on) their nearest Safety Light Switch. 

· When another shooter has already activated the lights, you MUST also turn on your nearest Safety Light Switch. 

· The lights will turn off when ALL shooters have deactivated (turned off) their Safety Light Switch.

· YOU MUST COMMUNICATE WITH ALL OTHER SHOOTERS REGARDING TURNING LIGHTS OFF

· All shooters are now safe to shoot.

• Always pick up your spent cases and/or shells when you’re done shooting.
• Always take down your targets when you’re done shooting.
• Always straighten up your area before you leave.
• Never eat or drink while shooting. After shooting always wash your hands and face before you eat or drink. 
• It is also a good idea to change your clothes as soon as possible and put them in the wash to avoid spreading powder residue.

1. Always treat the gun as loaded.
2. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
3. Always keep your finger straight, and off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
4. Always keep the gun unloaded until you are ready to use it.
5. Never point the gun at anything you don’t intend to destroy.
6. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.
7. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the gun you are using.
8. Always use proper Ammunition.
9. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before loading and shooting.
10. If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, hold your shooting position for several seconds; then with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, carefully unload the gun.
11. Don't rely on the gun's safety to keep it from firing
12. Be aware of your surroundings when handling guns so you don’t trip or lose your balance and accidentally point and/or fire the gun at anyone or anything.