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Three Mile
Civic Address of Range: 1229 Hwy.#8, Milton
Location Description: 4.8 km from Milton
Lat/ Long Coordinates: N 44° 06' 05.8" W 064° 47' 36.4"
UTM Coordinates: 20T E 356456 N 4884723
Office: Milton
Phone #: 902-354-3462
County: Queens
Local Directives/ Notices:

RANGE NOT MAINTAINED DURING THE WINTER MONTHS.

PERMITTED FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION

  • This range is approved only for non-restricted rifles/carbines for caliber templates up to .308 (ie.  6.5, .243 and .223 are permitted, .50 and .338)

Also permitted are .22 caliber rimfire, black  powder,  and shotgun with slug or sabot ammunition. 

The range is not approved for .50 BMG or any cartridges described in the Order in Council May, 2020. 

This range is not approved for fully automatic firearms. 

This range is not approved for handgun use. 

You must not use unsafe or hazardous firearms or ammunition. 

Tracer, amour piercing, and explosive bullet types are not prohibited.  

Use designated target at backstop only Sitting/Standing at the shooting bench are the only permitted shooting positions

For safety reasons, the shooting bench has directional restrictions and must be used

No more than one active shooter can use the range at any time

Red flag must be flown when range is active

Display "Range in Use" sign at entrance before using the range Improper or misuse of range may result in legal action.

To report damage to range contact Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, Milton  902-354-3462

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER 911

 
Range Rules and Code of Conduct (for all provincial ranges):
1 Open the 'Range in Use' sign at entrance before using the range.
2 Raise the red warning flags to show the range is active.
3 Stay well behind the front or side of the firing line when firing is taking place.
4 Keep the action of your firearm open, except when in use on the range.
5 Keep firearm muzzle pointed down range towards target at all times.
6 Keep all ammunition under control.
7 Place targets off the range floor as near the backstop as possible.
8 Place targets before you approach the firing points with a firearm.
9 Use paper, cardboard, or soft plastic targets only.
10 Explosive targets are prohibited.
11 Load firearm only when all has been made ready for firing to commence.
12 Load only one cartridge at a time into the firearm.
13 Confirm that others are safely behind the firing line before you aim.
14 Before moving to the target or from the firing line:
  • unload and render the firearm safe;
  • leave the breach open and firearm down, and
  • BE SURE it is safe to proceed!
15 Clean range of all debris before leaving. Ensure all expended cartridge are collected.
16 If you are the last to leave, lower the red warning flags and close the range in use sign.
17 You must book range time through the Department of Natural Resources.
18 Unauthorized use of the range is not permitted. Book online or through your local DNR Office.
19 You must be 18 or over to book range time.
20 Anyone 17 or younger must be under the immediate supervision of a responsible adult.
21 You must follow the range officer's instructions, if one is present.
22 You must wear eye and hearing protection at all times while using the range.
23 You must follow the range safety procedures.
24 You must clean up after yourself - pick up all debris and expended cartridges.
25 Gun clubs must obtain a Shooting Range Group Permit from DNR to use department ranges.
26 You must NOT be under the influence of or in possession of alcohol or drugs while on range property.
27 You must NOT use unsafe or hazardous arms or ammunition.
28 Tracer, armour piercing, and explosive bullet types are prohibited.
29 You must NOT use metal, glass, or other unsafe targets. Explosive targets are prohibited.
30 You must NOT load or point your firearm behind the firing line.
31 You must NOT dry fire your weapon.
32 You must NOT talk to or distract a shooter, unless you are a coach or range officer.
33 Park vehicles in the designated parking area at a safe distance to the rear of the firing line.
34 Use this range at your own risk.
35 In case of EMERGENCY call 911.