Shooting Range Etiquette
Many people will write off going to the shooting range because they feel overwhelmed by the entire experience. Its very understandable, there is a lot to consider when shooting for your for your first time or your 1,000th time, but we at Blue Ridge Arsenal are here to help! We encourage beginners to come into our range and we are more than happy to help you learn everything you need to know to start tearing up range targets.
Blue Ridge Arsenal has long been acknowledged as a safe knowledgeable and friendly environment for both the experience and novice shooter!
We require that all shooters must be 21 years of age or accompanied by someone who is: be or be with someone who is familiar with the firearms being used and an experienced shooter; and, upon entering the range have their own ear and eye protection. (we offer a incredible package deal for $19.99 which includes ear and eye protection in a blue ridge arsenal drawstring bag)
the ten Commandments of any Shooting Range
1. Watch that muzzle. Be sure that you are always point the gun in a safe direction if its loaded or not.
2. Treat every firearm with the respect due to a loaded gun.
3. Firearms should only be unholstered or uncased at the firing line, with the muzzle pointed downrange
4. Keep your fingers outside the trigger guard and off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
5. Ear protection and eye protection must be worn before entering the range and at all times while inside the range fire area
6. Unload your firearm when its not in use
7. Point your firearm only at something you intent to shoot
8.Do not shoot the walls or ceilings or point your gun at anyone
9. familiarize yourself with the ammo restrictions of your range.
10. Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during shooting, after is fine with us.
Don't forget to have fun as well!
Great first time guns to shoot.
Shooting a 9mm for your first time is recommended for beginners. Once you get familiar with with the 9mm you can step up to a higher caliber.
Springfield Armory XD,
Ruger SR9
Taurus 24/7 pro
Beretta Px4
Glock 19
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We highly recommend attending one of our gun safety classes that we hold on site. These classes will teach you everything you need to know about operating firearms safely and effectively. view our website to see a full list of classes and the days that we offer them by
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Enjoy the Sport!
