State
Stonington, Connecticut
Hours
- Monday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Sunday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Description
All about Mystic Rod and Gun Club
Facility
Mystic Rod and Gun Club provides a safe and welcoming environment for a variety of outdoor activities. The club operates two main properties: one in Stonington and another in Griswold, Connecticut.
Ranges
The club offers several ranges to accommodate different shooting disciplines:
- Indoor Pistol and Archery Range: Located at the Stonington clubhouse, this 50-foot range is suitable for both pistol shooting and archery.
- Outdoor Archery Range: Also at the Stonington property, this range provides a natural setting for archery practice.
- Rifle Range: The Griswold property features a 100-yard rifle range with covered shooting ports and intermediate target berms at 25 and 50 yards.
- Pistol Pit: A separate 50-foot pistol pit with static and falling steel targets is available at the Griswold property.
- Skeet and Trap Fields: The Griswold property includes a lighted skeet and trap field for shotgun sports enthusiasts.
Services
- Membership: Mystic Rod and Gun Club operates as a private facility for members and their guests. Membership provides access to all ranges and facilities, as well as participation in special events and competitions. Membership interviews are conducted monthly.
- Training and Safety Courses: The club emphasizes safety and offers various training programs, including courses for beginners and more advanced shooters. These programs cover essential safety protocols and shooting techniques.
- Special Events and Competitions: The club hosts numerous events and competitions throughout the year, such as registered shooting matches and archery shoots. These events provide opportunities for members to engage in competitive and recreational shooting activities.
- Youth Programs: The club offers programs designed to introduce young shooters to the sport, focusing on safety, marksmanship, and sportsmanship.
- Community Programs: Mystic Rod and Gun Club is home to various community programs, including open archery nights and public shooting events.
Additional Features
- Clubhouse: The Stonington clubhouse hosts monthly steak dinners and membership meetings. It includes a covered BBQ pit, grills, and a picnic area.
- Fishing Pond: The Griswold property features a 21-acre stocked fishing pond with a small dock and canoes available for member use.
- Hunting Grounds: The Griswold property also serves as private hunting grounds for members.
- Snack Bar: The clubhouse includes a snack bar with proceeds going towards club improvements.