Archery FAQs
Central Oregon's Public Shooting Range
Since 1945
Rifle / Pistol
CONTACT INFORMATION
Dan Carter - R / P Director
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Questions? Please email: rrgc.rpdirector@gmail.com
WELCOME TO RIFLE / PISTOL AT REDMOND ROD & GUN CLUB
RIFLE RANGE
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Our rifle range provides a maximum target distance of 100 yards with intermediate target distances at 25, 50, and 75 yards. Our covered firing points provide concrete benches for stability while sighting in your favorite rifle. Paper target holders are available, and tape is available to secure paper targets. In addition to paper targets, steel targets are provided at the 100-yard point. Steel targets are expensive and the use of the steel core/AP rounds will destroy the targets in very little time. Signage is present at the rifle range making shooters aware that the steel-core and tracer ammo is prohibited.
PISTOL RANGE
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The Pistol range provides a maximum target distance of 25 yards and intermediate target distances at 5, 10, 15 and 20 yards. The center firing points section is covered. Paper target holders and tape to secure targets are available. Additionally, we have steel target sections at 20 and 15 yards for those who enjoy that instant feedback of a "HIT".
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PISTOL LANES
The new pistol lanes provide an opportunity to draw from the holster for Qualified Club Members. These lanes will be open/available to qualified Members whenever Rifle/Pistol is open. Qualification does not take the place of basic handling safety training obtained from NRA Certified Instructors. You will need to qualify for both Open Carry and Concealed Carry draw to shoot both in a lane. Viewable credentials will show your level of qualification. SAFTEY IS THE NUMBER 1 PRIORITY!
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The shooting lanes operate under our Action Pistol rules. Action Pistol rules allow drawing from a holster, movement and shooting multiple targets during a string of fire.
Members can qualify to use the lanes by attending a free range orientation and shooting assessment class that lasts about one hour. The great thing about the shooting lanes is that Action Pistol shooting will be available any time the Rifle and Pistol ranges are open!
So why do you need to take a class to use the shooting lanes? Safe shooting experiences define Redmond Rod & Gun Club. We teach you how to use the Lanes safely, which is the range orientation, and we make sure you demonstrate an advanced level of pistol handling skills. If we determine that a shooter does not have the required understanding and skills to shoot safely with minimal Range Safety Officer (RSO) oversight, then we will recommend additional training to bring them up to the level we need to see. This training can be via classes with an NRA Certified instructor, and by taking advantage of our Action Pistol range, where experienced RSO's will help you improve your skills.
What about shooting from concealed carry? Drawing a pistol from concealment can cause increased personal risk if done improperly. Every shooter must go through the mandatory assessment prior to adding the Concealed Carry qualification to practice at Action Pistol or in the shooting lanes from a concealed holster.
Answers to commonly asked questions include:
1) We require safe holsters with sturdy trigger guard (no belly bands or soft holsters), no shoulder holsters, ankle holsters, cross draw, or behind the back positions.
2) Allowed positions for concealed holsters are 12:00 – 4:00 position of holster for IWB or OWB right-handed shooters (8:00 – 12:00 for left-handed shooters).
3) The range orientation and shooting assessment class is available at the Action Pistol range, 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Alternatively, you can schedule a class at the shooting lanes by contacting the Director of Rifle/Pistol, Dan Carter by Email: RRGC.RPDirector@gmail.com or Text: 406-599-0365.
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RIFLE / PISTOL RANGE SAFETY
Range Safety Officers (RSO's) are present to maintain a safe, clean and professional shooting facility. Members and non-members who use or are planning on using the Rifle & Pistol ranges are encouraged to review our Rifle and Pistol Range Rules. ALL SHOOTING IS FROM THE BENCH ONLY - NO DRAWING FROM A HOLSTER (REFER TO OUR ACTION PISTOL PAGE FOR DRAW-FROM-HOLSTER SHOOTING OPPORTUNITIES). If you have questions or concerns with any of the content, please contact anyone on the Board of Directors for assistance. The Rifle & Pistol ranges depend on folks volunteering their time as an RSO - to become an RSO or to learn more, click here!
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