5 Outdoor Gun Range Etiquette Tips

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Are you thinking of taking your M4A1 to an outdoor range, but want to make sure you know all of the spoken (and unspoken) rules? If you’ve only ever used open, unsupervised outdoor ranges or have only plinked out in the desert, there are a few tips you can follow to ensure you aren’t making major mistakes. From reading any posted rules to cleaning up after yourself, here is what you need to know.

 Reserve a Range Time

First, if you are able, you should reserve a range time. You don’t want to get to the range only to find it’s full. Or worse, you start unpacking your PCC 9MM, and someone who has already reserved the lane shows up. Contact the range ahead of time to see if you need to reserve a lane.

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Read the Rules

Read any posted rules online and at the range. Different ranges might have different rules, and you need to know the rules and procedures for the specific range. These rules are often strictly enforced by the Range Safety Officer, who can and will kick you out for not following them.

 Listen to the RSO

Speaking of the Range Safety Officer (sometimes called a Range Master), always listen to them. While you should listen to all staff, the RSO is the one in charge of the range. They supervise shooters and enforce the rules. They can also handle any problems that arise. The RSO is in charge of range commands, like calling the range hot or cold.

Only Shoot Your Targets

The only targets your M4 carbine should be hitting are the ones in your lane. It’s considered rude and is also unsafe to shoot another lane’s targets or to intrude on another shooter’s space. Only aim your firearms downrange, at your lane’s targets.

Clean Up After Yourself

Finally, clean up after yourself. When you are ready to leave, pick up any trash or gear you have and any brass if required, although some range staff might sweep this up for you. Don’t leave a mess, and treat the range with respect.

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