Range Rules

General Rules

• ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
• ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
• ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

Midwest Shooting Range Rules

• Range Staff have the right to inspect all firearms, ammunition, and equipment.
• All handgun calibers are permitted.
• Rifles calibers up to and including .30 caliber are permitted.
• Load and unload firearms only on the firing line.
• All firearms must be cleared, breach open, and properly cased when removed from the firing line.
• Shooters must put on eye and hearing protection prior to entering the range, and keep it on until they exit.
• If any malfunction occurs, and you cannot clear the problem, leave the firearm on the shooting bench and ask a Range Officer for help.
• Handling firearms behind the range line is prohibited.
• No drawing and/or firing from a holster.
• No shooting at objects on the floor, walls, or ceiling.
• Cross lane firing is strictly prohibited.
• If a cease fire is called, unload your firearm with the cylinder open, or slide locked back, and step behind the range line.
• No one is allowed forward of the firing line at any time, under any circumstances.
• Only one loaded firearm at a time.
• Be sure you are using the correct ammo for your gun.
• Tracers, explosive, steel case, steel core, or armor piercing ammunition is strictly prohibited.
• Use only approved targets.
• Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
• Shooters under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• If you intend to do bodily harm to yourself or others, you are not permitted on the range.
• Be courteous and aware of other shooters around you.
• Notify Range Officer of any unsafe practices on the range.
• No black powder firearms allowed.
• No pregnant women are allowed on the range at any time.
• Food and drinks are not permitted on the range.
• Midwest Shooting INC. reserves the right to refuse use of the range or service to any person for any reason.