Rifle and Pistol Range
The rifle and pistol range is open daily. Shooters should report directly to the range on Friday, Saturday and Sunday as there is an attendant on duty on those days. From Monday thru Thursday, a gate key must be checked out at the Branchwood Recreation Center. The 100-yard rifle range features six covered shooting benches, while the 25-yard pistol range offers covered shooting positions and a covered waiting area at the 50-yard mark. Shooting at moving targets is prohibited. Only POA Members may obtain a key for the gun range gates.
Members will be required to leave their POA Photo ID card or paper membership card at the center until they return with the key. In addition, each person will be required to sign an agreement and a release of liability in order to use the gun range. There is a 2 hour and 30 minute time limit on range use. Members that do not return keys are subject to a fine. Members are asked to lock the gate after entering or exiting the range area when the Range Master is not present. All users are required to bring their own firearms as well as the required ammunition.
Trap and Skeet Range
The trap and skeet range is open Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Highlands Gun Range has three trap fields and two skeet fields with overlay. The complex is manned by a range master. Members and Non-Members are required to bring their own guns and ammunition; targets are provided for a fee through an electronic management system. No outside targets may be used on the Trap and Skeet Range.
Gun Range Rules
- Those 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- All Rifle and Pistol Range Non-Members must be accompanied by a Member.
- Keys are not issued to Non-Members.
- Those 16 and older pay range fees; 15 and younger shoot for free at the Rifle and Pistol Range.
- Fee payment receipts are required for access into Rifle & Pistol Range shooting area.
- Members and Non-Members can use one target position per key at the Rifle and Pistol Range if others are waiting.
- All users and observers are required to follow all posted rules and Range Master instructions at all times, failure to comply will result in the loss of range privileges.
Rifle and Pistol Hours
Winter Hours
November 1 through March 31
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Spring Hours
April 1 through May 31
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Summer Hours
June 1 through September 15
Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Fall Hours
September 16 through October 31
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Gun Range Attendant is on duty all day Friday and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. – close. During these times, shooters will no longer have to check out a key or pay at the Branchwood facility.
Trap and Skeet Hours
Winter Hours
November 1 through March 31
Wednesdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Spring Hours
April 1 through May 31
Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursdays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Summer Hours
June 1st through September 15
Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fall Hours
September 16 through October 31
Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2019 Holiday Hours
- Thanksgiving – last key checked out at 10 a.m.
- Christmas Eve – gun range closed
- Christmas Day – gun range closed
- New Year’s Eve – last key checked out at noon
- New Year’s Day – gun range closed
Gun Range Classes
| DATE | CLASS | TIME *Subject to change, call (479) 855-8000 for questions* | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| April 28, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| April 30, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 4 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| May 2, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 4 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| May 4, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 4 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| May 18, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| May 19, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| May 21, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 25 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| May 23, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 25 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| May 25, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, May 25 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| June 8, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| June 9, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying. |
| June 18, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, June 22 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| June 20, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, June 22 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| June 22, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, June 22 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| July 13, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| July 14, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| July 16, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, July 20 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| July 18, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, July 20 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| July 20, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, July 20 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| August 10, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| August 11, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| August 13, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, August 17 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| August 15, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, August 17 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| August 17, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, August 17 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| September 14, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| September 15, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| September 17, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, September 21 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| September 19, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, September 21 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| September 21, 2019 | Basic Pistol | 5 – 9 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then on Saturday, September 21 gun range for qualifying at 8-10 a.m. |
| October 5, 2019 | Enhanced Concealed Carry | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
| October 6, 2019 | Regular Concealed Carry | 12:30 – 5 p.m. | Maintenance & Construction, then gun range for qualifying |
Gun Range Closings during Class:
Basic Pistol – Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Regular Concealed Carry – 2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Enhanced Concealed Carry – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Gun Range Class Definitions
Basic Pistol Class:
The Basic Pistol Class will cost $135 for POA Members and $140 for Non-Members. The classes are limited to 6 participants to maximize individual instruction. For more information call John Urquhart at (479) 855-5067 or to register call Member Services at (479) 855-8000, Option 2.
Regular Concealed Carry Class:
The cost of the course for new permits is $80 for POA Members and $85 for Non-Members. Renewal permits are $40 for Members and $45 for Non-Members. Each course is limited to 20 participants so please sign up early to reserve a spot. For more information call John Urquhart at (479) 855-5067 or to register call Member Services at (479) 855-8000, Option 2.
Enhanced Concealed Carry Class:
- Their own Handgun
- Equipment used to carry handgun concealed: holster, purse etc.
- Eye and Ear protection
- A minimum of three magazines for the handgun you will be qualifying with
- Ammunition (minimum of 100 rounds)
For more information call John Urquhart at (479) 855-5067 or to register call Member Services at (479) 855-8000, Option 2.
Gun Range Rates
| DAILY GATE FEES | POA Photo ID | Membership Card | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle & Pistol | $4 | $6 | $8 |
| Trap & Skeet | $3 | $4 | $5 |
| TARGETS | POA Photo ID | Membership Card | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fee | $4 | $5 | $6 |
| ANNUAL PASS | POA Photo ID | Membership Card | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fee | $80 | $100 | N/A |