General Safety Rules (Be sure to follow each ranges rules)
THE DOZEN DO'S OF GUN SAFETY
1. Guns are always loaded !! Even if they are not, treat them as if
they are.
2. Keep your finger off the triger until you are on target and ready to
fire.
3. Point the muzzle in a safe direction at all times. Even when
unloaded.
4. Keep the safety on until ready to fire.
5. Ensure the backstop (behind the target) is capable of stopping the
bullet.
6. Only use a firearm that is in good working order and has not been
modified.
7. Before loading amunition, verify there are no obstructions in the
barrel.
8. Use only the caliber, type, and size ammunition your firearm is
designed for.
9. Misfires or unusual sounds should be checked by a gunsmith before
reusing.
10. Read the owners manual to ensure you know how to operate your firearm.
11. Store your firearm in a manner unaccessable to minors.
12. Alcohol and drugs must not be used while handling a firearm.
Use common sense and
courtesy. (you can't fix stupid)
Once the bullet leaves the gun
- you cannot get it back !!!
SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT
SAFETY:
1. All shooters must sign in at the pro shop and receive team assignments, starting positions, and score cards. 2. All guns must be kept UNLOADED and ACTIONS OPEN at all times. 3. Only the shooter in the shooters box may load two shells when ready to call for targets. 4. Guns must be unloaded and actions open before leaving the station. 5. Shot size must be between #71/2 and #9 6. Muzzles must be maintained in a vertical position (up or down) except for the shooter in the shooter’s box. 7. Actions on guns that break open may be unloaded and closed so long as they are stored in a gun rack in a vertical position. 8. Ear and Eye protection is required for all persons at all times on the course, including shooters, spectators, score keepers, and officials. 9. No one is allowed within 6 feet of the shooters box when occupied by a shooter. 10. No horseplay and No alcoholic beverages before or during shooting. 11. Each shooter should have their own shotgun. Sharing of shotguns is only allowed within the team. (guns are available for rent at the pro shop) 12. Each shooter is responsible to supply and carry their own ammunition. (You will need a minimum of 100 rounds. It is recommended to have 150 rounds in the event of a shoot-off or trap malfunction). Ammunition is available for purchase at the pro shop.