High Power Rifle Range

25, 50, 100, and 200-yard range!

Our covered rifle range offers permeant targets stands that you can place your own paper targets. Please be courteous of other shooters and practice common sense and safety when using the range.

  • IS THIS RANGE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC? No.  You must be a member of FCSC or be accompanied by a member to use this range.
  • WHEN IS THE RANGE OPEN? Shooting is allowed 30 minutes after sunrise until 30 minutes before sunset Mon-Sat.  Sunday after 8:00AM to 30 minutes before sunset.
  • CAN I SHOOT ANY Rifle? No.  All modern rifles are allowed except .50 caliber and larger.
  • WHAT ABOUT SPENT BRASS? We do encourage you to pick up after yourself when using any area of the club.  Cans are provided at the pavilions of each range for trash.

Notice To All Members

ALL MEMBERS ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THE RANGE RULES SET BY FERN CREEK SPORTSMAN’S CLUB. ANY MEMBER FOUND TO NOT BE FOLLOWING THE RULES, WHETHER MALICIOUSLY OR NOT, MAY RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION OR TERMINATION FROM THE CLUB. IGNORANCE OF THE RULES IS NOT AN EXCUSE.

FCSC’s range rules and gun safety rules are always in effect on this range.   Not following them and the rules that follow can/will result in your dismissal from FCSC.

 The following rules are for FCSC’s high-power range only:

  • ONLY paper targets may be used. These paper targets must be affixed to the black target panels not to the frames.
  • Absolutely NO targets on the top or to the sides of backstops.
  • Shotguns may ONLY be shot with single projectile (slug) ammunition.
  • NO shooting of .50 caliber BMG rounds.
  • If you have any questions or feel you need an exemption for some reason then you must to contact the Board of Directors of FCSC. ONLY the Board of Directors of FCSC can approve exemptions.
  • It is the responsibility of the member to keep abreast of any changes to rules. The large signs posted are for attention and only a summary. These rules can be modified at any time by Fern Creek Sportsman’s Club to meet changing needs. Updated rules will be posted at the high power range, in the club house and at ferncreeksportsmansclub.org.  Check for new postings before using range.

When on FCSC’s property, the following gun safety rules must be observed. 

  • ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
  • ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
  • ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.
  • ALWAYS treat every gun as though it is loaded.
  • ALWAYS be sure of your target and what is in front and behind it.
  • NEVER point a gun down range while someone is down range.
  • NEVER use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
  • Minors (under the age of 18) MUST be accompanied by an adult.
  • ALL shooters must be on the same line.
  • ANYONE may call a cease fire for any perceived safety concern.
  • BEFORE going down range all shooters must observe the following rules:
    1. All shooters must agree to cease fire by verbal as well as eye contact before proceeding down range.
    2. All weapons must be cleared with actions open before proceeding down range.
    3. Before going down range you must announce “going down range” before crossing the firing line.
    4. No weapons may be handled while any person is down range.
  • Guns may ONLY be shot on FCSC’s designated Trap, High-power, Pistol and Black Powder ranges.
  • Failed to fire (dud) rounds MUST be disposed of in the marked disposal container located at each gun range.
  • Eye and ear protection MUST be worn during shooting by everyone at range.
  • Violations of these rules or acting in a generally unsafe manner can and will lead to loss of your membership at FCSC.

In case of emergency, a first aid kit is in the clubhouse.

Club Address: 15400 Brush Run Road