Range Safety Rules

Updated: April 2026

General | Archery | East Range | High Power | Pistol | Schuetzen
Silhouette | Smallbore | Sporting Clays | LDPR | Ranch House | RV/Camping

THESE SAFETY RULES DEPEND UPON COMMON SENSE, COURTESY, COOPERATION AND GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP.

Policy

Colorado Rifle Club (CRC) (Club) is committed to the safety and well-being of its members, their guests and employees.  To ensure the safety of all people using or visiting our facility, Colorado Rifle Club approves the handling of only authorized and approved firearms by properly trained and qualified people.

CRC endeavors to provide a safe and secure place for serious shooters to pursue their sport and promote competitive, amateur shooting.  Ranges are designed to meet NRA and associated organizations competition standards and safety requirements.

 Purpose

This policy sets forth guidelines and procedures regulating the use of the Colorado Rifle Club ranges by members, their guests, and employees. This policy is not intended to create a contract of employment or to be construed to constitute contractual obligations of any kind between Colorado Rifle Club and any of its members, guests, or employees. Colorado Rifle Club retains the absolute right to modify or alter this policy based upon professional, business, or safety issues.

This policy should not be construed as creating a legal duty or a standard of safety or care. This policy is for internal use only and is not intended for use in any criminal or civil proceeding. Violations of this policy may form the basis for internal decisions within the Club by the Board of Directors. Only violations of the law may form the basis for civil or criminal sanctions in a recognized court.

Scope

This policy applies to all Club members, guests, and employees seeking to utilize the Club’s facilities. Members, guests, and employees must familiarize themselves with the contents of this policy and sign the Liability Waiver verifying that they have read and understand it and approve of its contents.
This policy and the accompanying general and specific range rules apply in general to all activities on the CRC property. The only exceptions to these rules may occur where the conditions of an organized event, competition or training program, conducted under the supervision of competent range staff, require variations from the protocol.  Variations to these rules are not permitted during individual practice.

Definitions

1. Targets:  For CRC purposes, the only approved targets are made of steel, paper, clay, soft plastic and designed and sold as targets. Tempered steel plates, gongs or animal shapes are allowed on certain ranges. Tracer ammunition, incendiary and exploding targets are strictly prohibited.  Additionally, glass bottles, cans, tanks, rocks, target numbers, target frames, animals, buildings, permanent fixtures, and other objects are not acceptable targets. 
2. Clear Firing Line: A firing line is clear when, and only when, all firearms' actions are open with bolts removed or an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) placed in the chamber or racked or cased and all shooters acknowledge that “The Line is Clear" by stepping back and remaining behind their firing point and equipment. Firearms of any kind may not be handled in any way while under “The Line is Clear” status and people are forward of the firing line.
3. Range Officer: During organized events a Range Officer (RO) will be designated by the Match Director (MD). One or more Range Officers may be designated as needed. Such Range Officers may or may not wear an armband, hat, vest, or some other identifying symbol. The RO, or MD should be wearing his/her CRC Membership Badge. It is the shooter’s duty to know who the Range Officer is at any time and obey his/her firing line commands to the letter. Firing line commands and procedures may vary with the customs and conditions of the sport in question at any time.
   During casual practice, the first CRC member arriving at a firing line is the Acting Range Officer (ARO) so long as he/she is present. The ARO is responsible for the safe operation of the range at all times. He/she will call “Cease Fire” as needed for target changes, ascertain that “The Line is Clear” before permitting shooters to go forward, be certain that all shooters are behind the firing line before permitting firing to resume. The ARO will manage the general operation and decorum of that firing line. All other shooters must, on arrival, determine who is the Acting Range Officer and obey all firing line commands of that person. When an ARO leaves the range he/she will designate another member shooter to succeed as ARO and be certain that that individual is aware of his/her duties.
4. Tournaments have precedence: Scheduled events have precedence for the use of the range during the time that the event is in progress. Casual shooters may be accommodated at the discretion of the Match Director if there is space available and the casual shooter does not disturb or interfere with the tournament shooters. If a match extends beyond one day, it may be necessary to preserve the range and target setup overnight and the match director may close the range even after the match has finished for the day. Match Directors’ phone numbers and email addresses are listed on the website event schedule. Call the appropriate Match Director for specific information.

GENERAL RANGE RULES

2017 Colorado Revised Statutes

§ 13-21-111.8. Assumption of risk - shooting ranges
(1) Any person who engages in sport shooting activities at a qualifying sport shooting range, as defined under section 25-12-109 (2)(d), C.R.S., assumes the risk of injury or damage associated with sport shooting activities as set forth in section 13-21-111.7.

The following general rules apply to all people who are on CRC property for any purpose, and at all times. There are additional rules specific to each of the ranges, and all persons must be familiar with and observe those range specific rules as well.  All participants and visitors to Colorado Rifle Club must sign a Liability e-waiver at CRCI.Org.

Firearm Handling and Safety

1. All users of the CRC facility are required to know, understand and follow these rules as well as general firearm safety practices. Willful violation may result in expulsion from the range and the club as outlined in the Club’s bylaws.
2. Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded and ready to fire until you have personally confirmed otherwise. Never point any firearm at anything that you do not  intend to shoot. Be constantly aware of what lies behind your intended target.
3. All firearms must be unloaded and securely cased when being transported between a vehicle and the firing line or vice versa.
4.When uncasing a firearm at the firing line, the actions must be open and the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, generally straight up. Certain ranges or events may require the use of an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) in the open action. Muzzle loading firearms are exempt from the actions open rule but must be unloaded.

Carrying and Drawing Firearms

5. Concealed carry holsters are permitted for military personnel, law enforcement officers and those with a valid CCW permit while on CRC property.  Open carry holsters are restricted to the East Range. Organized event rules may require that competitors do not carry handguns other than those used in competitions.
6. Drawing from a holster is permitted only within the bays of the East Range.  It is strongly recommended that anyone practicing holster work outside of competition have another person present.

Wildlife and Animals on Club Grounds  

7. CRC is designated as a wildlife refuge.  All wildlife is protected under the terms of our Conditional Use Permit from Adams County.  
8. Dogs are allowed only if restrained and are the owner’s responsibility.  Hunting and dog training are strictly prohibited.

Alcohol, Supervision, and Guest Policy

9. Alcoholic beverages are only allowed in designated areas during special events. Consumption of alcohol is permitted only after all shooting is concluded for the day, and all firearms are unloaded, cased, and secured. Alcohol may not be consumed near any firing lines while shooting is taking place.
10. Individuals under the age of 18 may only participate in shooting activities under the supervision of a responsible adult.
11. Each member may bring guests, provided they can supervise them adequately while on CRC Facilities.  It is recommended to limit the number of guests to three per member.
Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests and must always remain with them.
No person, guest, competitor, or observer can utilize the range complex without having signed a Waiver of Liability e-form.
Members and their guests are required to adhere to all Club and Range Rules.

Facility Use and Personal Safety

12. The Clubhouse facility Is NOT open or available to regular members unless attending a scheduled event.  The facility can be reserved by any Match Directors, Range Directors, or BOD Member by contacting Webmaster@crci.org.  All reservations will be posted on the Event Calendar under “Clubhouse”.
13.  The Clubhouse showers and restrooms located at the South end of the main floor are to be open 24/7 for the use of our members and guests.
14. Only drive on designated roads and park only in marked or graveled parking areas.
15. All shooters and spectators on or near a firing line must wear eye and ear protection.
16. All fires are prohibited. Use extreme caution driving through dry grass, as hot car exhausts can ignite fires. All County or State Fire Bans also apply at CRC.
17. Please remove your trash and waste from the property. We have periodic trash pickup in the dumpsters. A RV wastewater dump station has been constructed near the Ranch House.
18. Please pick up your fired brass, aluminum, steel cases and shotgun hulls, as well as any live rounds and dispose of them properly.

Emergency Procedures

19. In Case of emergency, dial 911.  Assign someone to meet emergency responders at the road gate on East 96th Avenue to guide them to the scene of the accident or fire.
The nearest emergency, fire, and medical responders are in Byers, and it will take at least 30 minutes for assistance to arrive at the range. Be aware that some cell phones may not connect to 911.  Emergency land line phones are available in the Smallbore Stat Office, Clubhouse, and the East Range Building.

Individual Range Rules and Ammunition Restrictions
20. Each range is designed for specific firearms. For safety, only designated firearms may be used on each Range. Refer to the individual range rules for details.
The use of 50 cal. BMG (Browning Machine Gun) cartridges are prohibited on all Ranges.
Any caliber of lead or sabot bullet from a muzzleloader or black powder firearm is permitted.
Full automatic firing, including methods such as “bump firing”, “fast fire stocks”, binary triggers, and “hell fire trigger pulling devices” is prohibited.
Tracer, incendiary and explosive bullets are prohibited.
Armor Piercing (AP) or steel core bullets may not be fired at steel targets.  AP bullets are allowed on paper targets.  Rare Earth Magnets are provided for testing ammunition on the Silhouette and East Range.
Exploding or pyrotechnic targets are prohibited.
Black powder cannons are prohibited.

Firing Line and Target Use

21. Set up your firing point so shots are directed straight downrange.  Firing diagonally across any range is not permitted. All shots must impact the backstop. Shooting is permitted only on the designated ranges.  Firing elsewhere on the property is prohibited.
22. All shooters must fire at downrange targets from under the covered firing lines or from designated range firing lines or berms.  No shooter is permitted to go forward of the designated firing line to engage targets, except within the 50 yard deep East Range Bays.
23. Shooting while moving is prohibited on any range, except during authorized practice sessions or events on the East Range.

Hours and Access

24. The ranges are open for use during daylight hours throughout the year.  Shooting is only allowed between sunrise and sunset.
25. Keep the gate closed and locked, unless an event sign is posted. The last match director to leave must ensure the gate is closed and locked.

Firearm Sales

26. According to Colorado law, any firearm sale conducted on the Colorado Rifle Club property must be completed through a licensed firearms dealer.

Targets

27. Acceptable targets are a man-made, non-glass article that is temporarily placed, or thrown, into position for the shooting. Steel plates, gongs or animal shapes are permitted on certain ranges. Additionally, glass bottles, cans, tanks, rocks, target numbers, target frames, animals, buildings, permanent fixtures, and similar objects are NOT allowed as targets.  All targets must be made of either steel, paper, clay or soft plastic and designed and sold as targets.

Range-Specific Guidelines

28. There are currently nine ranges on the property, each accommodating one or more shooting sports. Each sport may have specific customs or conventions. Participants are responsible for knowing these customs and always conducting themselves safely.

Professional Training

29. All professional training conducted at CRC must be approved by the Training Committee.  The Trainer must provide a $1 million “also insured” liability policy, schedule the event on the website, and submit a match report.  Unauthorized commercial training may result in expulsion from the club.

Identification and Liability Waivers
30. All CRC members must wear and show their CRC badges and dated Membership Cards while on the Facility.
31. No person, guest, competitor, or observer may use the range complex without having signed a Waiver of Liability form. All guests and competitors must complete an e-waiver on the CRC website at crci.org.  Guest and competitors e-waivers are valid for the calendar year.

Event Rule Modifications   

32. Certain range rules may be waived or modified during scheduled events supervised by qualified Match Directors and with approval of the BOD.

 

ARCHERY RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Archery Range area. These rules apply to practice sessions as well as Events:

1.  This range is limited to handheld bows. Rifles, shotguns or pistols of any kind are not permitted.
2.  The use of razor heads or hunting tips is not permitted.
3.  The Archery Range Competitive area is comprised of independent stations. Shoot at designated targets with respect to the station you are at. (no shooting at adjacent targets or at targets located in a different station). 
4. No archer shall draw a bow in any manner that if accidentally released could fly beyond a safety zone, into another archery station, a safety arrangement overshoot area, backstop, etc. 
5. Any equipment that impairs the hearing of the competitor will not be allowed on the shooting line. This is a safety issue and will be enforced. 
6.  Donation boxes are located at the static range and the 3D range. Recommended donations are $5.00, unlimited shooting for the static range and $5.00, with three arrows per target for the 3D range. These donations will help us maintain and improve the range for the benefit of our archery shooters.
7.  Keep vehicles on the established roads and designated Parking Areas to avoid getting stuck in the soft sand which prevails in this area.
8. The archery range will be closed during Sporting Clays events.  This is because the roadway is used by shooters walking between stations and not because of any shotgun related safety reasons.  Please check the CRC Website event calendar for closure dates.

EVENT SPECIFIC RULES

1. You, the archer, are responsible for your equipment to comply with (NFAA) National Field Archery Association rules.
2. Maximum arrow shaft diameter allowed in NFAA competition will be 0.422 inches, with point diameter not to exceed 0.425 inches. The shaft diameter will include any wrap placed on the arrow and will include the size of the nock and the nock insert. If the arrow wrap, nock, or nock adapter exceed 0.422 inches in diameter and are embedded in the scoring area of the target, the arrow shall not be scored and will be reshot.
These arrow limitations ONLY apply while participating in an NFAA competition.

 

EAST RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on CRC property, the following rules are specific to the East Range area.
1. Any safe rifle, pistol, shotguns, or arrows may be used on this range except for the 50 caliber BMG. 
2. All firing must be conducted from locations completely enclosed by the side berms.  Firing from points outside the berms is not permitted.
3.  Shooting in the 200 yard and 100 yard berms are only allowed from under or adjacent to the sunshades located at the South end of the berms.
4. All targets must be placed as close as possible to the rear backstop, so rounds will impact in the rear backstop.  Shooters are encouraged to use the target frames provided.
5.  All rounds fired must impact in the rear backstop.  Shooting into the side berms is prohibited.
6. Firing high power rifles on steel targets is prohibited on the shorter 50-yard-deep berms.  High power rifles are restricted to paper targets only on 50-yard-deep berms.  High power rifles are defined as rifles using a bottleneck cartridge firing jacketed bullets.
NOTE: Personal steels targets can be utilized at the 100- and 200-yard berms but must be removed upon completion of use each day. High power rifles may be used on these steel targets only. Restrictions against shooting steel targets with high power rifles on all other berms still apply.
7. Armor piercing or steel core bullets are not allowed to be used on steel targets.  A permanent Rare Earth Magnet is hung under the covered line on the 200 yard berm and in the East Range Shed.  Please check all ammunition to verify it does not have a steel core.
8.  CRC stores steel targets on the East Range.  Those targets are for use in approved matches only.  Steel targets are not provided for casual target practice.
9.  NOTE:  Certain range rules (such as shooting into the side berms, for example) may be waived during scheduled events held under the supervision of qualified Match Directors or Law Enforcement Firearm Instructors.
10. Walking or climbing on the berms is prohibited.

 

HIGH POWER RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the High Power Range area.
1. Any safe rifle may be used on this range except 50 caliber BMG. No pistols shall be used except during approved events.
“Range in Use” red safety pennants must be raised opposite the west end of the 1000 yard firing line and raised at the designated flagpole at the west end of the Pits before any firing begins regardless of the distance in use.
2. Range Use Preference:
On even numbered dates shooters firing short ranges, i.e., 200, 300, 500 or 600 yards, have preference for use of the range.
On odd numbered dates shooters firing long ranges, i.e., 600 to 1000 yards have preference for use of the range.
Shooters wishing to fire on non-preference dates, for example 300 yard shooting on an odd number date, may do so if no long-range shooters are present. On arrival, a preference date shooter must give the other a reasonable time to finish his string and clear the line.
On any preference day, shooters wishing to fire at different ranges, for example 200 and 300 yards, must work it out among themselves.
3. If both bench rest and prone shooters (on gravel) are present at the 600 yard or 1000 yard firing line, the groups must segregate themselves at opposite ends of the firing line, preferably bench rest shooters to the left (west) and prone shooters to the right (east) with a separation of 5 or more points.  If both the prone and bench rest shooters are utilizing the CRC or personal supplied steel targets, both shooters must shoot from the east side of the range.
4. During cease fire periods all rifles must be grounded or racked with the actions open and magazines removed. Very heavy bench rest rifles may be left on the benches with the bolts removed.  ECI must be put into the open actions. Do not handle any firearms for any reason during cease fires. All targets must be pulled down into the pits during cease fires.
5. Any supplemental target not mounted on the pit target frames must be placed on the impact area of the backstop. Placing any target in front of or on the pit building is prohibited.  Exception being for electronic target systems using wood frames, fabric and paper targets which can be placed on the pit roof in place of the normal target carriers. 

 

HIGH POWER PIT RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the High Power Range pit area.
1. Targets must be down whenever people are changing from firing line to pit duty or are outside the pit for any reason. Targets will be raised only on the “Commence Fire” command unless particular match conditions require other exposure of the targets. All persons must be inside the pit before targets are raised for any reason.
2. Do not leave the pit for any reason, except to the adjacent restroom, during any time that targets are raised.
3. Upon completion of firing:
Lower target and remove target from the carrier. Place it against the south wall to prevent rain from destroying the cardboard backing.
Close the observation window and be sure it is latched
Close the sliding cover and be sure that the lock pin is engaged to prevent wind damage.
If there are no others present, be sure the pit doors are closed.

 

PISTOL RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Pistol Range area.
1. This range is restricted to handguns only and only those handguns firing straight walled cases. Bottleneck cartridges or handguns firing rifle type cartridges may not be fired on this range.
2. Rifles, carbines or shotguns of any kind are prohibited on this range.
3. Be sure that all shots impact the backstop. Be aware of ricochets and if ricochets are heard, change your target or position to eliminate them. Do not shoot across the range.
4. Shoot only at paper targets mounted on a proper frame. Targets and target frames are available in the range shed.
5. Shooting at steel targets or gongs is prohibited.
6. All shooting shall be either from the standing position or from the benches under the covered firing line.  Prone shooting is prohibited. 
7. All handguns must be carried, cased, unloaded with the actions open and magazines out. Military personnel, law enforcement officers and CCW permit holders may carry handguns in concealed holsters.
8. All firing shall be from the covered concrete firing line, and no shooting is allowed from the dirt or walkways downrange of the columns supporting the covered firing line.
9. During cease fire periods all handguns must be benched with magazines out, cylinders open, slides locked open and empty chamber indicators (ECI) in place. If cylinders cannot be opened or slides cannot be locked back, a dowel, ECI or some other positive device must be inserted in the action to prevent firing. All shooters must step away from the firing line and handguns may not be handled.

 

SCHUETZEN RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Schuetzen Range area.
1. Any safe rifle or pistol may be used on this range except 50 caliber BMG and shotguns.   
2. Shoot at paper targets properly posted on the target frames. Targets are available in the center shed at the west end of the Smallbore firing line, and the north pistol range shed.
3. Shooting on approved steel targets or gongs is allowed if properly placed in front of the impact berms.  No driving of a vehicle downrange as we have set frame holders and markers located in the soil downrange.
4. When using the short distance target frames (25 yard and 50 yard) at the west end of the range, be sure that they are not aligned with each other or with another frame at the 100 yard line.
5. Be sure that all shots impact one of the two backstops. When shooting at 100 yards, especially in the prone position, be sure that shots do not impact near the top of the backstop. This causes ricochets. If you hear ricochets, adjust your position or target to eliminate them.
6. During cease fire periods all firearms must be unloaded, magazines out, actions open, bolts removed and/or an ECI placed in the chamber, racked, or cased. Firearms may be left on the benches unloaded, magazines out, actions open with bolts removed and/or an ECI placed in the chamber.
All shooters must step away from their firing point and equipment to a point behind the concrete benches and the painted yellow line. Handling any firearm while people are downrange is prohibited. This includes moving firearms from vehicles to the benches or racks.
7. Pick up your brass and dispose of it in the barrels on the line. Remove fired targets and carry your trash away with you.
8. Shooters using the far West firing points cannot see shooters changing targets at the 200-yard target line.  The first 200-yard shooter going down range should raise the red safety flag indicating that shooters are down range. The last shooter returning from the 200-yard targets shall lower the flag indicating that there is no one down range. The Acting Range Officer (ARO) will not allow firing to resume if the red safety flag is raised.  Having the flag raised all the time whenever a shooter is shooting at 200-yard targets provides no safety for the shooters changing targets.  The flag needs to be raised only when shooters are down range.

SILHOUETTE RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Silhouette Range.
1. Any safe rifle or handgun may be used on this range including black powder guns.  Shotguns and 50 caliber BMG are not allowed.
2. Armor piercing or steel core bullets are not allowed on the Silhouette Range.  A permanent Rare Earth Magnet is hung under the covered line near the storage shed.  Please check all ammunition to verify it does not have a steel core.
3.  The East side of the covered firing range along with several small backstops are restricted to .22 Rimfire shooting only.
4.  In addition to the gong targets that are provided by CRC, during practice sessions shooters may provide their own targets which must be removed from the property upon completion of use.  All targets placed on the range must be placed so that shots impact a backstop immediately behind the target.
5. During “Cease Fire” periods all firearms must be unloaded, magazines out, actions open with bolts removed and/or an ECI placed in the chamber. No firearms may be handled while persons are downrange. Be sure that all persons are behind the firing line before shooting.
6. Beware of ricochets and if any are heard, change position or target to eliminate them.
7. Do not move the equipment tables.
8. During scheduled matches, this range is closed to casual shooting.
9.  Always check to make sure that no one is downrange before bringing your equipment to the firing line.

 

SMALLBORE RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Smallbore Range area.
1. This range is restricted to 22 caliber short, long, or long rifle rimfire ammo fired from 22 caliber rimfire rifles only. All center fire cartridges as well as 22 magnum, 17 HMR or hyper velocity rim fire cartridges are prohibited.
2. Use only paper targets on the frames available in the target shed. Use provided spring clips to mount targets. Do not use staples or tacks in the target frames. They are hard to remove and may cause injury. Spring clips are provided in the target shed.  The use of steel targets ls prohibited.
3. Be sure all shots impact the backstop. Rifles must be pointed at the backstop before closing the action. Beware of ricochets and if ricochets occur change your position or target to eliminate them.
4. Actions or bolts must always be open except when firing. During cease fire periods, rifles should be cased or laid flat on the ground with an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) inserted. Step away from the firing line. Do not handle rifles for any purpose while persons are downrange.
5. Pick up your brass and dispose of it in the containers located in the target shed or on the firing line. Remove fired targets and remove and put away frames upon completion of shooting.

 

SPORTING CLAYS RANGE RULES
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the shotgun or Sporting Clays Range area.
1. This range is limited to shotguns only. Rifles or pistols of any kind are prohibited.
2. Shotshells only are permitted and shot must be No. 6 or smaller lead shot. Do not use magnum loads because this is a small area and heavy shot with high powered loads could leave the CRC property.
3. Fire only in the area of the established stations. Do not shoot in the parking lot, the area around the range buildings or in the area west of the established stations. That area is reserved for archery and wildlife habitat.
4. Pick up your fired shells and trash and dispose of them offsite as barrels are no longer provided.
5. Shoot only clay targets. For practice, shooters must bring their own supply of clay targets.
6. When using the pattern boards, shooters must provide their own paper and supplies.
7. Keep vehicles on the established roads to avoid getting stuck in the soft sand which prevails in the area.
8. Be very careful with the traps. The trap arm can cause serious injury.
9. When walking between stations make sure your shotgun has the action open and is pointed in a safe direction, preferably up.

 

LONG DISTANCE PRECISION RIFLE (LDPR) RANGE
In addition to the General Range Rules which apply everywhere on the CRC property, the following rules are specific to the Long Distance Precision Rifle (LDPR) Range area.

• Shotguns and pistols are strictly prohibited on the LDPR Range.
• Firing shall be conducted only from the LDPR firing line which is defined by colored survey markers and/or red paint on the north side of the berm/firing line. 
• Large calibers such as 408 Cheytac and 300 Norma are allowed but can only be shot 700 yards and further. Use of the 50 caliber BMG cartridge is prohibited
• Cease fire periods shall be designated by an active strobe light and raised red flag.  During a cease fire, rifles must be grounded with actions open, magazines removed, and an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) placed into open actions or placed in a rifle rack, actions open, muzzle up.
• A post has been set on the firing line with a strobe light and flag holder.  Before going down range switch on the strobe light and place the flag from the PVC holder into its bracket.  Targets have been extended to one mile; therefore, cars may not always be visible from the firing line.  It is your responsibility to verify everyone is behind the Firing Line before the cease fire is ended.
• It is strictly forbidden to handle firearms or any range equipment during a cease fire. This includes moving firearms in any condition to/from a vehicle.
• When changing shooting positions on props, rifle bolts must be in the rear position for bolt action rifles, and semi-auto rifles must have the safety in the “Safe” position.
• Personal steel targets are strictly prohibited.
• Properly dispose of paper targets and brass.
• Personal paper targets are permitted on the 100-yard target boards only.  No steel targets are allowed at 100 yards
• All vehicle parking is to the south of the firing line and the wooden rail fence.
• ADA parking is allowed East of the graveled firing line for ADA shooters only.
• When downrange stay on designated roadways as the soil is very soft.

 

RV AND CAMPING RULES
The Colorado Rifle Club offers 28 gravel camping sites/pads for members and guests, all equipped with electrical hookups. Please note that these sites do not provide water or sewer connections. Among these, four sites located near the east range Stat Building feature 50-amp service. Tent campers are also welcome to use the available RV sites.
Chlorinated potable well water is accessible from hydrants situated near the Ranch House and at the RV dump station.
Restroom facilities, including showers, are available inside the Clubhouse. The south door remains open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Campers are asked to clean up after themselves and remove any personal belongings after each use.
All RV sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and reservations are not accepted. However, for large events a match director may request the Board of Directors (BOD) to reserve one or more sites.  If approved, reservations will be placed on the event calendar and signs will be placed on the reserved RV Pads.

RV sites are designated exclusively for temporary camping purposes.

• Camping is limited to ten days per visit unless approval is obtained from the BOD.  No rights of storage are given,
• Electrical hookups are available for $5.00 per day.  Payment boxes can be found near the sites as well as in the Smallbore Stat Building.
• The RV dump station fee is $10 donation.
• Do not drain any wastewater, including grey water, on the sites.
• OPEN FIRES ARE PROHIBITED. As the Colorado Rifle Club is in Adams County, all County and State fire bans must be observed. Any fire pit or grill must be propane/fuel powered with an on/off switch.
• Campers must remove all trash upon departure.
• All RV sites except for the four 50 Amp sites are pull-through and measure 30 feet by 75 feet.