All about Durham Pistol & Rifle Club Inc

Facilities and Ranges:

DPRC boasts an impressive 10 shooting ranges, catering to a wide variety of shooting disciplines. The club also features a large clubhouse. Here's a breakdown of some of their key ranges:

• Range #0 (The John Book Range): This is a dedicated rimfire range allowing only .22 caliber short, long, and long rifle cartridges. It has a fixed firing line with targets at a minimum of 50 yards, with all shooting from a covered firing line.
• General Use Ranges (e.g., Range #6): These ranges are typically around 25 yards deep and permit rimfire, pistol calibers, and shotguns. They often have covered firing lines, benches, and tables, with no fixed firing line but a minimum firing line.
• Rifle Ranges (e.g., Range #7): These are dedicated rifle ranges with target stands at 100, 200, and 300 yards, engaged from a fixed firing line. Range 7 has 22 covered firing points, with the first 6 prioritized for shooting at 300 yards. It features a concrete slab firing line with movable wood and steel benchrests. A separate walled-off "sight-in bay" is available on the right end for initial firearm zeroing.
  • Long-Range Rifle Area: On Range 7, rifle calibers up to and including .300 Win Mag are permitted on steel targets at 100+ yards. All firearms must be zeroed for 100 yards before using the longer distances.
• Archery Range: A newer addition, this range features multiple archery lanes with targets, a picnic table, and a fire pit, indicating an expansion beyond just firearms.

Disciplines and Events:

DPRC supports and hosts a wide array of shooting disciplines and events, including:

• Pistol Disciplines:
  • Bullseye (Precision) Pistol: A classic marksmanship discipline focusing on accuracy.
  • Action Matches: This broadly refers to dynamic shooting events that might include elements of IPSC or IDPA, though specific names aren't always listed.
• Rifle Disciplines:
  • 2-Gun Rimfire: Likely a competition involving two different rimfire firearms (e.g., a .22 pistol and a .22 rifle).
  • Precision Rimfire Match: Focuses on accuracy with rimfire rifles.
  • Single Shot Cartridge Rifle Matches: Competitions specifically for single-shot rifles.
  • Vintage Military Rifle: Events dedicated to shooting classic military firearms.
  • High Power Rifle: Disciplines involving higher caliber rifles at longer distances.
• Shotgun Disciplines: While specific shotgun-only ranges aren't detailed, the general-use ranges can accommodate shotguns, suggesting informal or specific shotgun events.
• Air Rifle and Pistol: The club hosts regular Air Rifle and Air Pistol group sessions in their clubhouse, open to the public.
• Youth Programs: The club has a strong focus on youth development, exemplified by groups like the Alamance Target Sports Club 007, which invites youth and families to participate in target sports training.

Services and Membership:

DPRC is a members-only club with a capped membership (currently 1500 members). They have a structured process for joining:

• Waitlist: Due to the membership cap, interested individuals typically join a waitlist.
• Orientation Session: In January of each year, individuals on the waitlist are contacted and invited to attend a club orientation session.
• Background Check Requirement: Before registering for orientation, prospective members must provide proof of a background check, such as a valid North Carolina Concealed Handgun Permit, or results from a personal review background check through the NC State Bureau of Investigation or FBI. Applicants are responsible for any associated fees.
• Age Requirement: All new members must be at least 18 years old.
• NRA Membership: All new members are required to be members of the National Rifle Association (NRA) and maintain active NRA membership while a member of DPRC.
• Education and Training: DPRC is a significant provider of firearm education. They offer a variety of NRA-certified courses, including:
  • NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting
  • NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting
  • NRA Personal Protection Inside The Home
  • NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home
  • NRA Defensive Pistol
  • NRA Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading
  • NRA Basic Shotgun Shell Reloading
  • NRA Range Safety Officer Certification
  • North Carolina Concealed Carry Handgun (CCH) Permit Class
  • Practical Concealed Carry
  • Practical Defensive Carbine
• Competitions: Pistol and rifle matches are open to both members and the public, providing an opportunity for non-members to experience the club's atmosphere and activities.

The Durham Pistol & Rifle Club Inc. stands as a comprehensive and active shooting sports organization, dedicated to safety, education, and promoting a wide range of shooting disciplines within a strong community.