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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!
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| 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. |
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Use this range at your own risk. |
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In case of EMERGENCY call 911. |
