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. *Starting on May 1*
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.

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.

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:

This course is designed with beginners in mind and will teach the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for responsibly owning and operating a pistol. Participants will learn about gun safety, pistol parts and operation, ammunition types and will lay the foundations for safe and accurate shooting.

The course will include about 8 hours of classroom time and roughly 2 hours of range instruction. The class will be broken into three days, classroom portions will occur during weeknight evening hours with a weekend range time. Training firearms and ammunition will be provided as well as all in-classroom training materials.

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:

Concealed carry courses are four hours of classroom time followed immediately by a live fire qualification at the pistol range. The course is designed for those who have experience with firearms and focuses on the laws and procedures one needs to know to apply for a concealed carry permit for the state of Arkansas. This course also meets the requirements for persons that need to renew a permit with the state or transfer a permit from another state.

At the end of the course all participants will have all paperwork needed to apply with the state including finger print cards. Participants must bring a handgun and the correct ammunition to class for live fire qualification. All firearms will be checked by the range officer for safety and proper function prior to qualification.

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:

The Arkansas enhanced concealed carry class reintroduces students to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a handgun for personal protection. The class will also address the responsibilities of carrying a handgun in populated and volatile areas. Students will learn how to correctly and responsibly interact with law enforcement and the general public. This course will also teach what to do when confronted with an active shooting situation along with Arkansas Laws pertaining to carrying a concealed handgun under these new stressful and volatile situations. Classes will be broken into two sessions of 3 hours each for knowledge and 2 hour skills training on a live range.

Cost $120.00 per Member $125.00 per Non-Member Limited to 10 students

Students will be required to complete the basic Conceal Carry Class prior to taking the Enhanced Class.

Students will be required to bring the following equipment to ensure a safe training and qualification.

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

Effective Jan. 1, 2016 (All Fees Include Tax)
DAILY GATE FEES	POA Photo ID	Membership Card	Non-Member
Rifle & Pistol	$4	$6	$8
Trap & Skeet	$3	$4	$5

25 per round (Trap & Skeet Range)
TARGETS	POA Photo ID	Membership Card	Non-Member
Fee	$4	$5	$6

Available at Branchwood Recreation Center (Rifle & Pistol Range)
ANNUAL PASS	POA Photo ID	Membership Card	Non-Member
Fee	$80	$100	N/A

RIFLE AND PISTOL RANGE

TRAP AND SKEET RANGE

Rifle and Pistol Range

Trap and Skeet Range

Gun Range Rules

Rifle and Pistol Hours

Winter Hours

Spring Hours

Summer Hours

Fall Hours

Trap and Skeet Hours

Winter Hours

Spring Hours

Summer Hours

Fall Hours

Gun Range Classes

Gun Range Class Definitions

Basic Pistol Class:

Regular Concealed Carry Class:

Enhanced Concealed Carry Class:

Gun Range Rates

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