All about Pinecrest Revolver & Gun Club

Facilities:

The club features an indoor shooting range. While the exact number of lanes or dimensions are not specified, it is clearly set up for static target shooting. The club emphasizes safety with strict rules in place, including:

• Only loaded guns on the firing line.
• No shooting ahead of the firing line.
• All firearms must be unloaded and made safe before anyone proceeds downrange, and no handling of firearms is allowed when someone is downrange.
• A "yellow line" demarcation is used for safety protocols.
• A "Safe Work Area" is designated, where no live ammunition is allowed.
• The club has a security system with members using keyfob access to document their entry.
• There are rules against alcohol or drug usage on the range or in the clubhouse, and photography/videography is generally prohibited for privacy reasons, except for a supervised photo with a gun on the range after shooting.
• No smoking is permitted on the range or in the club.

Ranges and Disciplines:

The Pinecrest Revolver & Gun Club's indoor range is designed for:

• Pistol shooting: This is a primary focus, and the club hosts Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) events or practices, which involve specific holster use rules.
• Rimfire Rifle shooting: Only .22 caliber rimfire rifles are permitted at the range, as it is not approved by the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) for center-fire rifles, unless specifically for SASS events.
• Ammunition Restrictions: Only lead, copper-plated, and copper-washed ammunition is allowed. Jacketed ammunition is prohibited. No center-fire rifle ammunition is permitted unless specifically for a SASS event or practice.

Services and Membership:

The Pinecrest Revolver & Gun Club operates as a members-only facility, but it has a notable "New Shooter Night" program to introduce individuals to the sport:

• "New Shooter Night" / Open Night: Held every Tuesday at 6:30 PM, this program allows individuals without a firearms license to experience handgun shooting under direct club supervision. Participants receive a short safety course taught by Canadian Shooting Sports Association (CSSA) certified club trainers, use a club handgun, targets, and 50 rounds of ammunition. There is a fee for this session, payable in cash. Participants must provide valid photo identification, certify they are alcohol and drug-free, and be able to speak and understand English for safety reasons. Young adults aged 12-17 are welcome if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This is a "First Come - First Served" event with no reservations.
• Membership: Becoming a member typically involves a structured process, though specific details on prerequisites beyond participating in new shooter programs are not explicitly stated. The club emphasizes that members are responsible for their guests regarding following all club rules and are responsible for training guests in safe handgun procedures on a one-to-one basis.
• Range Officers: When more than one member is shooting, one member is designated as a Range Officer and records their name on an R.O. Board.

The Pinecrest Revolver & Gun Club provides a safe and regulated environment for recreational shooting, particularly for pistols and .22 caliber rimfire rifles, and actively engages new potential shooters through its dedicated "New Shooter Night."