Redwood Falls Sportsmen's Club Safe Shooting Practices

Membership Guidelines & Safety at the Redwood Falls Sportsmen’s Club

Ensuring a Safe & Enjoyable Shooting Experience

Welcome to the Redwood Falls Sportsmen’s Club, your go-to destination for outdoor shooting sports. To maintain a safe, respectful, and well-maintained environment, we ask all members to follow the membership guidelines and range safety rules outlined below.

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Range Safety Rules

Ceasefire Procedures

When going downrange, ensure all shooters are aware, all firearms are unloaded, and chambers are open.

No Handling Firearms While People Are Downrange

Do not touch guns while others are checking or changing targets.

Always Ensure Shots Hit the Berm

To prevent dangerous ricochets.

Use Empty Chamber Indicators

Strongly encouraged to ensure firearms are visibly safe.

Membership Guidelines

As a member, you enjoy full access to our rifle, pistol, shotgun, and archery ranges.
To keep our club running smoothly, please adhere to the following:

Membership Validity: Membership runs April to April. Renew on time to maintain access.
Access Hours: The range is open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
Gate Code: Your membership includes a gate code for entry. Do not share your code—you are responsible for any unauthorized use
Golden Rule: Leave the range better than you found it. Be respectful, practice good sportsmanship, and use common sense.
Cleanup: Pick up your brass, casings, targets, and trash before leaving. If your target is reusable, leave it for the next shooter. Large items must be taken home.
Target Placement: Use only designated areas for target placement. Do not shoot at trees, framework, or unauthorized objects.
Property Respect: Treat the club’s facilities and land with care. Vandalism or theft will be prosecuted.

Lock the Gate: Always lock the gate after entering or leaving, unless an event is ongoing.
Guest Policy: Guests are welcome but encouraged to purchase memberships.
Family Memberships: Covers spouses and children under 19 in the household.
Supervision: Shooters under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hunting Access: Members may contact the club for hunting access details.
Eye & Ear Protection: Strongly recommended at all times. Even suppressed firearms require protection for surrounding shooters.
Events & Closures: Check the calendar for event schedules. Some ranges may be closed for law enforcement training, permit classes, or 4-H & DNR Firearm Safety programs.

Firearm Safety: The 10 Commandments

Following these universal firearm safety rules ensures that everyone enjoys a safe shooting experience:

1. Always control the muzzle of your firearm. Keep it pointed in a safe direction.

2. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. Prevent accidental discharges.

3. Treat every firearm as if it were loaded. Assume it is, even if you think otherwise.

4. Know your target and what is beyond it. Always have an adequate backstop.

5. Check your barrel and ammunition. Ensure they match and are free of obstructions.

6. Unload firearms when not in use. Transport firearms safely and unloaded.

7. Point a firearm only at something you intend to shoot. No horseplay with guns.

8. Don’t run, jump, or climb with a loaded firearm. Always unload before crossing obstacles.

9. Store firearms and ammunition separately and securely. Prevent unauthorized access.

10. Avoid alcohol or drugs before and during shooting. Stay alert and responsible.

Range-Specific Guidelines

Archery Range

Pistol Bays

Rifle Range

Shotgun & Trap Range

Archery Range

Located west of the 50-yard rifle range.
All arrows must travel north.
Broadheads allowed only on personal targets.
3D targets available during scheduled events. Contact a board member for use.
No firearms allowed on the archery range.

Pistol Bays

Three bays available with steel plates, dueling trees, and plywood backstops.
Move forward to shoot at closer distances. Stay at least 7 yards from steel targets to reduce ricochet risk.
Ammo Restrictions: No centerfire rifle ammunition, magnum loads, or shotguns.
Allowed: .22 rimfire, small centerfire pistol calibers, 5.7x28mm, and subsonic 300 Blackout.

Rifle Range

50, 100, 200, and 300-yard ranges with covered benches.
Ensure all shots impact the berm.
No explosive targets (Tannerite is prohibited).
Ammo Restrictions: No armor-piercing rounds, incendiary rounds, or 50 BMG.

Shotgun & Trap Range

Trap houses open May through autumn.
Trap League available – Contact Steve Whittet at 507-430-6536 to sign up.
All shooting must be done from designated concrete stations.
Do not load your shotgun until you are at your station.

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Ready to take your best shot? Bring your gear, enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting, and challenge yourself with our targets!

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