TARGET STANDS AND TARGETS: As a requirement of your membership in the Club, you must provide your own adequate target stand(s) and targets. Target stands should be constructed to easily adjust the height of the target to insure all bullets impact the berm on all ranges. Recommended target backers should be made of paper, plastic, or cardboard. Recommended target stands should be made of PVC or wood. Target stands with metal upper construction may not be used as they may contribute to or cause ricochets.

Glass items, cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, cans, political signs, etc (trash), will not be permitted as targets. Exploding and/or flammable targets are not permitted. Clay birds/targets may be placed directly on the berm and used as targets on any range.

TARGET PLACEMENT AND HEIGHT: Target placement and height adjustments will be required as to cause the bullet to impact into the earthen impact berm after the bullet has passed through the target. All bullets fired WILL impact an earthen impact berm unless stopped by a steel target. Targets on Range #5 must be no closer than 100 yards from the firing line. It is extremely important you check your target placement and height before shooting. EVERY bullet fired on the range WILL terminate on range property.

AERIAL SHOTGUN USE: Aerial shooting of clay birds/targets with a shotgun is allowed only in the area between Ranges #4 & #5 with the target thrower placed at or near the old flag pole. Targets (clay birds) will be thrown directly forward (downrange) or to the Southeast.

STEEL TARGETS: Personal steel targets are permitted; however, multiple restrictions apply. In order to use personally owned steel targets, the user must obtain a Steel Usage Agreement from the Chief Range Usage & Safety Officer (CRUSO) and sign a liability waiver. All Steel impact plates must be AR500 steel. Target stands must have wooden uprights to support the steel plate. When using approved personal steel targets, the shooter must be no closer than 10 yards when engaging the steel target(s) with a handgun. Steel targets for the common centerfire rifle calibers use must be set no closer than 200 yards from the firing position. Steel targets may be engaged at a distance of no less than 25 yards with Pistol Caliber Carbines (9mm, 40S&W, 45ACP). Small steel targets designed for 22 caliber rimfire should not be set closer than 25 yards. You must check all steel targets and plates prior to use for craters or other unsafe condition(s). The member shooting steel is responsible for ensuring that all individuals in the vicinity wear eye and ear protection. Some exceptions to the above requirements may be granted and documented on the Steel Usage Agreement.

FIRING LINE OBSERVANCE: With the exception of transporting firearms to and from the firing lines, there will be NO handling of firearms behind a firing line. In the event you wish to clean your firearm prior to the leaving the range, this activity must be accomplished on the firing line with the muzzle pointed downrange or in the case of black powder firearms where the muzzle may be pointed skyward. If you wish to “show off” your firearm to another person, it must be taken to the firing line with the muzzle pointed downrange. With the exception of concealed carry, the ONLY time a firearm may be loaded is while on the firing line, with muzzle pointed downrange (skyward for black powder); and, only when the range is in a Hot status.

Pistols or revolvers can be carried on your person while behind the firing line provided the firearm is unload, magazine out, and the firearm is kept holstered.

Do not muzzle sweep any one while handling your firearm on the firing line.

With the exception of Ranges #2A&B, #3A&B & #8 all firing must be done from the firing line (covered concrete pad area). It is not permissible for you to move forward of the firing line – toward the berm – and fire. During an organized shooting match, under the supervision of a Match Director, it may be permissible to load, shoot, and/or holster firearms from positions in front of the covered concrete firing line.

Ranges #2A&B, #3A&B, and #8 have no established firing line (covered concrete pad). The first person arriving at the range establishes the location of the firing line but should be accommodating as possible to others who may wish to use the same range. Others wishing to use the range must comply with the firing line as established by the first arrival on the range.

For those wishing to shoot a rifle from the prone, sitting, or kneeling position at ranges of 100 yards or more, it is permissible to use the area between the concrete firing lines on Range #4 and #5 (shotgun area) to engage targets from the prone position. It is also permissible to shoot from the prone, sitting, or kneeling position off the concrete firing line on any of the ranges. It is NOT permissible to shoot from the prone, sitting, or kneeling position in front of the concrete firing line on any Range. You must use and observe the downrange procedures as required for Ranges #4 and #5.

TAKING FIREARMS TO AND REMOVING FIREARMS FROM THE FIRING LINE: All firearms must be UNLOADED and made safe prior to bringing them to the firing line with the exception of legally possessed concealed carry firearms on the person. The proper procedure for bringing a firearm to the firing line is: 1) Wait until the range is in a “Hot” status; 2) Ensure the firearm is not loaded and safety is engaged; 3) If cased, the firearm can be brought to the firing line cased and placed on a bench with muzzle pointing downrange; 4) if not cased, the muzzle must be pointed up while bringing it to the firing line and placed on a bench with muzzle pointing downrange The only exception to the above is a concealed firearm on a person. It may be brought to the firing line in its concealed position and placed on a bench with muzzle pointing downrange.

Do not muzzle sweep anyone while bringing your firearm to or from the firing line.

All firearms must be UNLOADED and made safe prior to removing them from the firing line. The proper procedure for removing a firearm from the firing line is: RIFLE/SHOTGUN – 1) Wait until the range is in a “Hot” status; 2) Ensure the firearm is unloaded and safety engaged; 3) Remove any detachable magazine; 4) Breach/action open; 5) Place firearm in case while keeping muzzle pointed downrange, and remove the firearm from the firing line; 6) If not using a case, keep muzzle pointed skyward and remove the firearm from the firing line. HANDGUN – 1) Wait until the range is in a “Hot” status; 2) Ensure the firearm is unloaded and safety engaged; 3) Remove any detachable magazine; 4) Place firearm in case/bag/holster, and remove the firearm from the firing line. Do not muzzle sweep any one while removing your firearm from the firing line. With exception of concealed firearms not fired while at the range, ALL firearms will leave the range complex UNLOADED.

COLD (DOWNRANGE) / HOT PROCEDURES: NO ONE is permitted in front of the firing line unless a Cold (Downrange) Period is being observed. In the event you need to go downrange for ANY purpose while there are others on the firing line (shooting or not), you must coordinate clearly

with others present and call for a Downrange Period. With the exception of Ranges #4 and #5, the following procedures must be followed. A Downrange Period is called by yelling “DOWNRANGE.” Each individual present should acknowledge the downrange request by repeating “DOWNRANGE.” Upon acknowledgement of the Downrange Period request, all firearms must be made safe PRIOR to anyone going forward of the firing line by: 1) Unload the firearm; 2) engage safety; 3) remove any detachable magazine or clip; 4) place bolt or lock slide to the rear; 4) place firearm in case/bag or leave it on the shooting bench or in a storage rack with muzzle pointed downrange or skyward; 5) the use of empty chamber flags is encouraged. Only after your firearm has been made safe, you will yell “COLD.” Once everyone on the firing lining acknowledges “Cold”, only then is it safe to proceed downrange. When you are sure EVERYONE has returned to the firing line from a Downrange Period, the command, “HOT” or “RANGE HOT” may be given and firing can resume. Upon hearing the “HOT” command, you must acknowledge the command and pass it on as necessary.

Ranges #4 and #5 require additional safety measures due to blind spots which prevent the direct observation of individual(s) downrange at the 300 yard berm from Range #4 and observation of individuals at the 150 meter berm from Range #5. Since there is no earthen berm separating Ranges #4 and #5, a system of lights and buzzers has been installed on these two ranges to facilitate and coordinate a safe and orderly downrange procedure.

Individuals using either of these two ranges must adhere to these procedures WITHOUT EXCEPTION. When you are ready to call for a Downrange Period, you should first make your firearm safe as detailed above. You must coordinate with the adjacent range (#4 or #5); yell DOWNRANGE and wait until everyone on Ranges #4 & #5 to acknowledge the DOWNRANGE by repeating DOWNRANGE. Everyone on both firing lines should immediately render their firearms safe using the procedures set forth above. Once all firearms are rendered safe on each firing line, each person on the two firing lines should yell “COLD” indicating their firearm is in a safe mode. Once everyone on the two firing lines (Ranges #4 and #5) acknowledges “Cold”, the person making the Downrange Request will activate the light switch by flipping it to the ON position. There are two activation switches located on each of the two ranges. When a switch is activated on either of the two ranges, it will activate a series of strobe lights and buzzer on both ranges. The buzzer will only be activated for several seconds but the lights will continue to strobe. Only after the COLD command is acknowledged by all people on the line will it be safe to proceed downrange. It is extremely important that you coordinate between the two ranges to ensure that both Range #4 and #5 are in a “COLD” status prior to anyone going downrange. The only person that can call the line “HOT” again is the person that made the initial downrange request. Once the member has verified that everyone has returned from downrange, he/she shouts the command, “HOT” or “RANGE HOT.” Everyone on the two ranges should repeat “HOT” or “RANGE HOT.” After everyone on the two ranges acknowledges the HOT command, the light/warning activation switch should be turned off. Again, it is extremely important that you coordinate between the two ranges to ensure that both Range #4 and #5 are aware of the “HOT” command. These procedures must be followed even if you are the only one shooting on the range. This will prevent someone from setting up on either of the two ranges and begin shooting while someone is downrange.

If you drive up to either Range #4 or #5 and the lights are flashing, you must consider the range to be in a “COLD” status and someone may be downrange. You may NOT bring a firearm to the line while the lights are flashing. You must verify no one is downrange before you reset the activation

switch and bring a gun to the line. If you are the last one to leave Range #4 or #5, you must consider it your responsibility to ensure that the strobe lights are in the OFF position.

NEVER touch a firearm during a Downrange Period for ANY purpose. You are permitted to load DETACHABLE magazines or clips during a Downrange Period but can NOT touch a firearm.

You should take care of business downrange as quickly as possible (5 minutes) and promptly return to the firing line. It is permissible to drive a vehicle downrange on Range #5 during a recognized Downrange Period. However, it is requested you stay on the range road(s) and not drive onto the range; especially during wet weather conditions.

If you have completed your shooting activity for the day during a Downrange Period, you must wait until the “HOT” command is given prior to removing your firearm from the firing line. Additionally, you are not to bring a firearm to the firing line while a Downrange Period is being observed.

CEASE FIRE PROCEDURE: Any person – any where on the range may call for a “CEASE FIRE.” All calls for a cease fire must be immediately observed. A “Cease Fire” can be called when any individual observes an unsafe act or practice that requires urgent and/or immediate action or in cases of a medical emergency. When a “Cease Fire” has been called, you should take the following actions: 1) STOP shooting!!; 2) Repeat “Cease Fire” command; 3) Unload your firearm; 4) Remove any detachable magazine; 5) engage firearm safety; 6) Place bolt or lock slide to the rear; 7) Place firearm down on a bench or ground as appropriate or holster the handgun. Do not resume firing until you are certain the emergency and/or danger has been resolved.

HUNTING/FISHING/WILDLIFE: Hunting and/or fishing is not allowed on property owned or leased by the Club. Wildlife on range property should not be harmed or harassed at any time.

NEGLIGENT DISCHARGE OF THE FIREARM: The Club does not recognize the term, “Accidental Discharge.” When a firearm is discharged at a time or place not intended – a negligent discharge has occurred. ALL firearms at ALL times are considered to be LOADED while on the range complex. A negligent discharge will NOT occur if you obey the 4 basic rules for firearm safety: 1) Treat every firearm as if it is loaded – ALWAYS; 2) Never point a firearm at anything you are not prepared to shoot/destroy; 3) Be sure of your target and what is behind it; 4) Keep you finger off the trigger until your sights are on the intended target. It is your responsibility to prevent negligent discharges. DO NOT BRING A FIREARM TO THE RANGE THAT IS NOT IN SAFE OPERATING CONDITION TO INCLUDE AN UNSAFE TRIGGER ASSEMBLY. All negligent discharges must be reported to a Club official.

OBSERVING AN UNSAFE ACT/CONDITION: Most shooting activities occurring at the Club are self-supervised with no Range Usage & Safety Officer (RUSO) present. Accordingly, safety is the responsibility of every Club member at all times while on Club property. In the event you witness an unsafe act or practice being committed, it is your responsibility to attempt to correct the violation and/or unsafe practice. If necessary, call for a “Cease Fire” and politely bring to the offender’s attention the unsafe act or practice. Do not become involved in an argument or dispute with any offender. If the offender does not correct the unsafe act or practice, it is your responsibility to notify a Club official of the situation as soon as possible. The contact numbers for reporting an unsafe act can be found on the Club bulletin board. If you observe an unsafe range condition, it is your responsibility to notify a Club official of the unsafe condition.

In the rare event you come across someone who presents an immediate danger/threat to themselves or others (intoxication, impairment, mental instability, etc), it is incumbent on you to notify the Rankin County Sheriff Department and report the immediate danger situation. These numbers are located on the Club bulletin board and on the Emergency Procedure signs located throughout.

MALFUNCTIONS/MISFIRES/FAILURE TO FIRE: Prior to bringing any firearm to the range, it is your responsibility to be familiar with the operation of the firearm. In the event of a misfire/failure to fire you should keep the firearm pointed downrange for a period of 1 minute or more before attempting to clear the firearm. If the firearm clears, you may resume firing. In cases where you can not clear a round from a firearm, the following procedures should be followed: 1) keep firearm pointed down range; 2) seek assistance from a Range Safety Officer if present; 3) seek assistance from another shooter on the range familiar with your firearm. In the event you still can not clear the firearm, the following is to be observed: 1) keeping muzzle pointed downrange, case the firearm (do not holster a handgun) and transport it to your vehicle and remove it from the range complex; 2) if no case is available, keep it pointed up and transport it to your vehicle and remove it from the range complex.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES: In the event of a medical emergency (gunshot, heart attack, heat stroke, etc) you should immediately call 911 and have someone go the main entrance gate in order to provide emergency services entrance to the complex and provide direction to the location of the emergency. Offer and provide what ever assistance you can to the sick or injured. Do not leave the area until emergency services arrive. Contact a Club Official at your earliest opportunity. Emergency Procedure signs are posted at each separate range..

KEEP RANGE AND FACILITIES CLEAN: Each member has the responsibility to help keep the range free from trash and litter. Depose of all trash into one of the trashcans located along the firing line. If using large pieces of cardboard or other large objects, these should be placed directly into one of the trash dumpsters provided and should not be placed in the trash cans on the firing line. Fired shell casings (brass) do not have to be picked-up; however, fired shotgun hulls must be picked-up and taken home or placed into a trash receptacle. If you see trash on range property you should consider it your duty and responsibility to pick it up. If necessary, empty trash cans into one of the trash dumpsters located on the range.

LOST AND FOUND: It is expected all members of the Club be honest and helpful in the event they find property belonging to others. If an item(s) is found, it can either be turned in to a Range Safety Officer or the member finding the item can post a note on the member bulletin board located in the main building with their contact information and how the item can be claimed.

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These range rules are intended to provide every Club member and visitor a safe and enjoyable shooting environment and experience. They are intended to encourage safe and responsible use of firearms and are to be interpreted broadly in their application. These Range Rules are not intended to limit the Club in enforcing safe and responsible use of the shooting range. The Club can limit or expand the use of the range beyond the Range Rules set forth above or modify these rules if the Club deems it appropriate. There may be special rules enacted or rules modified that will apply to events, competitions, shoots, activities, or special situations/circumstances with BOD

approval. In no instance will these special adaptations be allowed during normal range operations.

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SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Magnolia Range Orientation

NO .50BMG or larger on any range

NO Tracer – incendiary ammunition or exploding targets on any range

NO shooting “trash” targets (glass/plastic bottles, cans, stoves, propane bottles, etc)

1. YOU MUST Wear your Range Usage Badge on an outer garment

2. Do not give the gate combination or your access badge to anyone

3. No illegal drugs / alcoholic beverages on range complex

4. Range Hours – 7am to time posted at main gate and pavilion

5. Responsible for action(s) of guest(s) and/or family members

6. Promptly obey any instructions/directions given by a Range Usage & Safety Officer (RUSO)

7. Minors under the age of 18 must have DIRECT supervision while engaged in a shooting activity / You may not shoot while minor is shooting

8. Ear & Eye Protection is Required

9. NO Firing of .50BMG, tracer, or incendiary rounds on any range

10. Skeet/Clay Target throwers only permitted in area between Ranges #4 & #5

11. Check Target Height / ALL Bullets must impact the impact berm (Not wing berms)

12. NO handling of Firearms except on Firing Line

13. NO Shooting personal steel targets with handgun closer than 10yrds / PCC & .22LR Rifles 25yds / Centerfire rifle 200yrds

14. NO Shooting handgun plate racks with magnum or bottle neck rounds

15. NO Targets Closer than 100yrds on Range #5

16. May only load firearms while on firing line

17. May only move firearms to firing line or from firing line during a HOT status

18. Firearms are to be unloaded when coming into the Range Complex and when leaving the Range Complex

19. NEVER muzzle sweep anyone at anytime

20. NEVER TOUCH a firearm while someone is downrange or during a COLD Range period

21. Make sure everyone acknowledges the Downrange and Cold commands before proceeding downrange

22. Make sure everyone acknowledges the HOT command before resuming firing

23. Make an attempt to correct any unsafe act and/or practice observed

24. Pick-up your litter to include shotgun hulls

25. Emergencies: Call 911, assist Injured, have gate unlocked, stay until emergency services arrive.

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