All about Howell Gun Club

Facilities:

The Howell Gun Club boasts a comprehensive range of facilities catering to various shooting disciplines:

• Club House: A central gathering point for members.
• Indoor Pistol Range: A 50-foot (approximately 15-meter) indoor range open year-round to members and guests. It accommodates most handgun rounds, .22 caliber rifles, and some carbines.
• Outdoor Pistol Range: A 10-meter outdoor range with covered shooting stations and a retrievable target system. It can also be used by pistol-caliber rifles.
• Action Bays Ranges: Multiple dedicated bays designed for dynamic shooting sports.
• 100 Yard Range: A rifle range for shooting at 100 yards.
• 100 to 300 Yard Range: A rifle range accommodating longer distances.
• 500 Yard Range: A long-distance rifle range, requiring a specific qualification for access.
• Trap Fields: Dedicated areas for trap shooting, with at least two fields.
• Skeet Fields: At least one dedicated skeet field.
• Five Stand: A shotgun sport offering varying target presentations.
• 3D Archery Range: A range for archery, featuring life-like animal targets.

Some ranges, like the 500-yard range and the 50-yard outdoor pistol steel range, may be "coming soon" or have specific access requirements.

Ranges and Disciplines:

The club supports a wide array of shooting disciplines, reflecting its diverse range offerings:

• Pistol Shooting: This includes precision-focused disciplines like Bullseye (Conventional Pistol), as well as dynamic action shooting sports such as IPSC/USPSA (International Practical Shooting Confederation/United States Practical Shooting Association), IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association), and Steel Challenge. They also host a PPC (Police Pistol Combat) Pistol League.
• Rifle Shooting: Disciplines include 100-yard, 300-yard, and 500-yard rifle shooting. They also offer NRL22, which is a rimfire precision rifle series, and AR Defensive Rifle/Patrol Rifle Skills and Qualifications.
• Shotgun Shooting: The club provides facilities for Trap shooting and 5 Stand.
• Archery: A dedicated 3D Archery Range is available.

Services and Membership:

The Howell Gun Club operates as a member/guest club, with specific procedures for becoming a member and utilizing the facilities.

• Membership Application: Prospective members must submit a completed application, often requiring the signatures of two current Howell Gun Club members in good standing as sponsors. This sponsor requirement is waived for individuals holding a current Concealed Pistol License (CPL). A non-refundable application fee is also required.
• Orientation Class: Accepted applicants are required to attend an orientation class. This covers club facts, bylaws, general and range rules, and a review of NRA gun safety rules. It also includes a tour of the club grounds and facilities.
• Probationary Membership: After completing orientation, individuals become probationary members for one year. During this period, probationary members are required to complete 8 hours of approved volunteer work for the club (or pay a buy-out fee) and attend one club meeting.
• Full Membership: Upon successful completion of the probationary period, and at the discretion of the Board of Directors, members gain full membership status with voting privileges after paying annual dues.
• Family Membership: Membership typically includes the spouse and all children residing in the household under the age of eighteen, or until high school graduation/termination.
• Public Access: While primarily a member club, the indoor pistol range is open to the public on specific days and times (e.g., Thursdays and Sundays) with a Range Safety Officer on duty. Trap shooting is also open to members and the public weekly.
• Training and Events: The club hosts various events and offers training opportunities, including:
  • CPL Courses: For those seeking concealed pistol licenses.
  • NRA Women on Target Shooting Clinics: Programs designed to introduce women to shooting sports.
  • NRA Veterans on Target Day: Events tailored for veterans.
  • Youth Programs: Aligned with their mission to promote marksmanship and safety among youth.
  • Regularly scheduled competitions for various disciplines throughout the year.

The Howell Gun Club is a comprehensive shooting sports complex that provides a robust environment for diverse shooting interests, focusing on safety, skill development, and community engagement.