Shooting range recommendation

[brentx22]

I just moved back to Lancaster county (near Park City) and I'd like to find a place to shoot. I looked through google and there are some good choices but they seem to have reached their cap. When I lived in Chester County I belonged to NCCSC and that's an excellent club. I paid my $100 and used the range freely. Occasionally brought guests, shot cans, etc. Lots of fun (while still being safe). Seems like a lot of clubs out here are more strict with guests, non-paper targets, etc.

Ideally I'd like to find a club that is open to guests. I think it's important for the sport/hobby to have a place where experienced shooters can introduce guns to ignorant friends. It's not a deal breaker but it would be nice to have.

Are there any recommendations?

PA Dutch Sportsmen - Doesn't allow guests

New Holland Sports Club - Full

Millcreek - Full

Mount Joy Sportsmen - Open, guests allowed outside


So far it looks like MJS will be a good fit. Is there any reason I should reconsider? Is there another club I should consider?

[dk99358]

Columbia Fish and Game allows guests except for the archery range in September and the rifle range in November. They would be pretty close to you. I think they've reached the membership cap though. Plus they have a 6 round limit in your magazine.

But they've got some pretty decent facilities, allow guests, and dues are reasonable.

http://www.columbiafishandgame.org/index.html

There'll be at least one spot open as I won't be renewing, it's a bit too far to drive there now.

Dale

[southpoleman69]

Elastin ville. It's about 20 mins from park city, straight shot up 72. 50 to join, 20 a yr after. No meetings or work required. Need a sponsor however. Up to 200 yd, range is covered so you stay pretty cool. Silouhettes allowed, but can only shoot at paper targets. And sadly, no guests. But for 20/yr, not a bad deal imo

[brentx22]

Columbia Fish and Game allows guests except for the archery range in September and the rifle range in November. They would be pretty close to you. I think they've reached the membership cap though. Plus they have a 6 round limit in your magazine.

But they've got some pretty decent facilities, allow guests, and dues are reasonable.

http://www.columbiafishandgame.org/index.html

There'll be at least one spot open as I won't be renewing, it's a bit too far to drive there now.

Dale

I think the 6 round limit is a deal breaker. What's the logic behind that rule?

Elastin ville. It's about 20 mins from park city, straight shot up 72. 50 to join, 20 a yr after. No meetings or work required. Need a sponsor however. Up to 200 yd, range is covered so you stay pretty cool. Silouhettes allowed, but can only shoot at paper targets. And sadly, no guests. But for 20/yr, not a bad deal imo

I'll have to add that to the list. How would I go about getting a sponsor?

[southpoleman69]

Elstonville. Sorry, just saw the error. In any case, im not sure, id call and ask about the easiest way, i got in because my wifes uncle has been a member for like 15 years

[derghost]

Check out Heidelberg Sportsman's Club in Schaefferstown.

[dk99358]

I think the 6 round limit is a deal breaker. What's the logic behind that rule?

Not a clue. Didn't bother me since I mostly shoot hunting rifles and revolvers, I only one one semi auto handgun and it only holds 6+1. For some folks, it's a problem.

I only offered it because they allow guests and it's pretty close to you.

Good luck in your search.

Dale

[PABonecollector88]

Elastin ville. It's about 20 mins from park city, straight shot up 72. 50 to join, 20 a yr after. No meetings or work required. Need a sponsor however. Up to 200 yd, range is covered so you stay pretty cool. Silouhettes allowed, but can only shoot at paper targets. And sadly, no guests. But for 20/yr, not a bad deal imo

Its Elstonville...and it is 50 to join....25 a year now...have been a member for almost 4 years now...good club...well kept ranges for pistol...rifle etc..they also occasionally have block shoots and they have trap shoots wednesday and sunday of every week..open to the public.

[southpoleman69]

Its Elstonville...and it is 50 to join....25 a year now...have been a member for almost 4 years now...good club...well kept ranges for pistol...rifle etc..they also occasionally have block shoots and they have trap shoots wednesday and sunday of every week..open to the public.

sorry, 25/yr. i know the name, as i stated above, phone auto corrected for whatever reason.

[Ahess86]

I've been at NCCSC for a few months, still a great place to be!