THE RIDGECREST
GUN RANGE
ASSOCIATION
SEPTEMBER EVENTS ON THE RGRA RANGES
THE COSO ARCHERY CLUB
will not have a September shoot or meeting.
Mike Thornberry mkthornberry@yahoo.com
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THE SIERRA DESERT GUN CLUB
has a high-powered MMP shoot scheduled for the 11th
and a four position smallbore on the 25th.
For information contact Bob Gould 446-7475
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THE ROBBERS ROOST VIGILANTES
will have their usual shoot on the 18th.
We've had a few members ask what the on-going range
work is for . . .
We have received this year's NRA range grant in the amount of $32,000.
This amount added to what we already have allows us to proceed with the MAIN
project.
We are going to install multiple pull down NRA target systems at
the 600 yard line. This is a $60,000 range improvement that will allow
us to hold NRA sanctioned 600 yard long range rifle matches. It is the
building of a below ground concrete structure that holds the target
systems where the score keepers sit below ground level while shooters compete.
The NRA has strong interest in this improvement.
While there are other ranges around,
none are built to NRA specifications, like the Ridgecrest
Gun Range. The range designers have attended NRA range development
classes at their own expense to have the knowledge to build a range to NRA
specs.
After it is done, you'll hear about NRA matches in the near future.
When this target work starts, the RIFLE range will be closed for about 2 weeks.
This is a BIG job.
However, the 100 yard PISTOL range will be open most of the time during this
construction.
So, please be patient over the next few weeks. This is a major improvement.
We'll get it done as quickly as
possible, and limit range closures as much as we can.
Thanks for your understanding. And be excited. This is great!
The RGRA Board
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All,
Well it has happened again.
Someone is shooting the 50 yard knock down targets on the pistol range with a
rifle round that goes right through the targets. Some went through, while others
severely damaged the targets.
This has got to stop.
A couple weeks ago I sent out a warning to stop this to all members.
Obviously, someone hasn't gotten the word.
We spend money repairing these targets. This is malicious vandalism.
If you are doing this, or you know who is doing it, please tell them to stop.
If anyone happens to be out there and spot someone shooting a rifle on the
pistol range, get a description and vehicle and license number. Call in the info
to GUNS4US while they are there, and I'll come right out. Or we will then track
them down and charge them for these repairs. This target system cost about
$1000.00. Don't destroy it.
This is someone who just doesn't care about keeping the range in good condition
for EVERYONE else.
A picture of the targets is
below.
Other rules to keep in mind"
1. NO Cross range shooting.
2. No rifle rounds on the pistol range/100 yard range
3. Please position any targets you might take out there so the bullets will
impact a berm. DO NOT allow rounds to ricochet off the floor of the range.
4. Please clean up after yourself. That includes picking up
brass...............even 22 brass.
Everyone needs to know that if you are caught violating the range rules, your
membership will be immediately revoked with no refund. The above violations are
DANGEROUS. STOP NOW! If you see someone doing these violations, get their
license number, and description if you can, and call it in to GUNS4US at
760-375-1004. We'll then try and contact them to fix the problem.
As always, think before you shoot in a way that is dangerous.
RGRA Board
Click here to see the schedules for RGRA
member
clubs.
Directions to the Range
The range is located at the corner of Brown and Wiknich Roads,
southwest of Ridgecrest and south of Inyokern, CA.
Impressive from the Sky
Thanks to
Hugh Helmick
More Impressive from the
Firing Line
The Public Range consists
of 3 separate ranges:
100 yard
range.
600 yard rifle/shotgun range.
300 yard rifle range.
Targets are now installed at the 400 and 500 yard ranges.
Steel targets are in place at 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400,
500, and 600 yards.
The Firing Lines are concrete slabs, with concrete benches
or holes to set up shooting benches.
The Range is available for individual shooting
or to rent for club or community shooting competitions.
Our Firing lines are covered for shade.
PLEASE NOTE
The RGRA Board has reviewed the gate
policy and has established the following guidelines to be observed when anyone
is inside the range shooting:
The gate should be closed while people are using the facility, unless a down
range club has the gate open for a match.
The chain should be wrapped around gates with locked hooked in the chains to
keep gates from swinging open in windy conditions, but the lock should be left
in unlocked with the gate combo set back to all zeros, or some number
other than the real combo.
The
gate should NOT be locked securely while people are inside.
OUR REASONING for leaving gate unlocked - If
someone inside was injured or ill, and called for help on a cell phone, and the
gate was locked emergency personnel would not be able to get into the range to
help them.
If you happen to be there and discover someone already on the range did not
secure the gate and lock appropriately, please - with respect and courtesy -
inform them about this new policy.
Become
a member and shoot at the range
from dawn
to dusk.
Click here for information on memberships.
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We are constantly upgrading
and improving the range facility.
Click here to view the
latest.
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The History of the RGRA
Click here to read the
RGRA History.
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The Robbers Roost Vigilantes
The SASS sanctioned cowboy
action shooting club,
Robbers Roost Vigilantes,
shoots the third Saturday of each month at the range.
More information may be found at the Club's Page
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The Sierra Desert Gun Club
The oldest shooting club in the area has
a rich
and interesting history, and a dedicated membership
who are building their own range within the RGRA area.
Click here to view the SDGC page
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THE COSO ARCHERY CLUB
The Coso Archery Club is located within the RGRA range.
Directions and additional information for our range can be found on our web site: www.cosoarchery.com.
Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at Casa Java – 6:30 PM.
We have a monthly shoot on the second Saturday of every month.
All archers are welcome to join us at our meetings and shoots
Other Shooting Links
Other sites you may find
of interest.
The National Rifle Association
The California Rifle & Pistol Association
Realguns Forums - A Community
for Shooters
The RGRA thanks Newsguy.com for
their generous
assistance with this web site.
