COAST RIFLE & PISTOL CLUB

MEMBER INFORMATION

AND

SAFETY BRIEFING PACKET

Introduction:

This is a members club for the promotion of shooting sports. Membership in this club is a privilege not a right. This club is run by the membership with five elected (non-paid) officers, who answer to the membership. The officers provide the administrative support for day-to-day operations. Your support of the club is important. Members are asked to pitch in on Range projects and treat the facility with respect.

We pay to have the Range cleaned each week. This activity is only to empty trash cans and general clean-up so please continue to pick up all the trash you generate while at the Range and a little extra if you have time. If each member would leave the Range just a little better than they found it, pick up a loose piece of paper/trash or a few empty shell cases, etc. there would be little to do for clean-up.

Club meeting are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. This is for the discussion of club business and your chance to voice your opinions or concerns about club projects. Information about the club and it’s activities can also be found on our club web site at www.gcrpc.com.

It takes a minimum of 600 members to pay the lease and insurance on the property. Please encourage your friends to join us. Membership applications are located in the clubhouse. Profits from skeet and trap are the only source of income for club improvements, unless the membership goes above 600. So, when you think of things that would make the club better consider how we are going to pay for them.

The clubhouse is yours. Feel free to use it. The combination is the same as the Range access gate. However, if you’re the last one leaving turn off the lights, heat/air, coffee pots, etc. and lock up just like you would in your home.

If you have any questions about the Range and it’s operation please contact any club officer. Club officers are elected to their non-paid positions once a year during the annual meeting at the end of May. The club’s fiscal year runs 01 June to 31 May. If you would like to be a club officer please make it known and run for the office. Club By-Laws are posted in the clubhouse and on the club web site.

The Range is open from daylight to dark 365 days a year. Ranges are closed during the hours of darkness. One or more ranges may be closed during major Range clean-up/maintenance, for special events, and when mowing/contract work is being accomplished.

Dues:

Beginning July 1, 2008 new members dues will be $200.00 per year. Renewals beginning June 1, 2009 will also be $200.00. Renewals of club dues for the 08-09 membership year will remain $100.00 for that year. The club year runs from 01 June to 31 May. Renewal payment is due by the first of June each year paid by cash/check. Club dues will not be pro-rated. An exception may be given to military personnel under orders.

Associate memberships are available for $25.00 per year. Only husbands or wives may obtain an associate membership.

Club Rules:

In order to provide order and safety on this facility the club membership has established a set of rules and regulations for the conduct of each and every member and their guests while on the Range. These rules and regulations are strictly enforced by the Range Safety Officer, his designated assistants, and all club officers. However, it is also the responsibility of all members to ensure compliance with these rules and regulations. A copy of the rules and regulations are posted on each Range and the clubhouse.

Some of the main rules are:

* Membership badges must be worn by all members while on the facility.

* Loaded firearms will not be carried on this Range unless you are an active duty law enforcement officer authorized to carry a firearm.

* Loading of firearms will only be permitted after they have been removed from your conveyance and carried to the firing line. Actions, slides, cylinders, etc. will be open on all firearms and magazines removed when not in use. The only

exceptions to this rule are:

o when the firearm is being encased (put into a box, bag, holstered)

o when the firearm is being prepared for firing at the firing line

o when the firearm is being repaired, in which case the firearm will be

removed from the firing line.

* Alcohol is prohibited on the property. Utilization of Range facilities while intoxicated, in possession of, or drinking alcoholic beverages will be grounds for immediate and permanent termination of membership.

* Care will be exercised to avoid damage to the Range and the equipment thereon.

Willful destruction of club or adjoining property will be grounds for immediate termination of membership.

* Children (17 years of age and under) must be constantly and very closely supervised by the person, or designated individual/member responsible for them

* All activities at the Range will reflect good judgment and maturity. There is no place on the Range for a practical joker with firearms. The Range is a place for safe recreation.

* Do not touch or handle other people’s property without permission of the owner.

* Dispose of the trash you create before leaving the Range. There are barrels on the facility to properly dispose of trash. A good practice is to take with you what you bring.

* Members will insure that the gate is closed and/or secure behind them when entering of leaving the facility unless there is an official club function such as a

match/competition, instructional session, work detail, etc.

Range Safety:

The single most important action by a member is to maintain range safety! This must be adhered to at all times. In addition, the following must be observed:

* Hearing and eye protection must be worn on all Ranges by members and their guest/spectators. At times foam earplugs and glasses may be found in the club house if you did not bring your own, but this is not always the case.

* Prior to firing. Appropriate action will be taken to insure the impact area is clear. This is doubly important on the South Rifle Range.

* When on the firing line, firearms will be pointed downrange (towards the berm) at all times. When clearing miss fires or jams keep your weapon pointed down range.

* No firing will be done when anyone is forward of the firing line.

* All firing will be into the designated impact area. All rounds must impact a berm !

* Do not lay targets on the ground between the firing line and the berm.

* Indiscriminate firing at tin cans and the like on horizontal surfaces is conductive to accidents by ricochet. Therefore, this practice will not be condoned.

* Do not shoot the vertical uprights holding the target boards.

* No shooter may fire at target stands to the right or left of his firing position. All lines of fire shall take place perpendicular to the berm and the firing line.

* Shooters using black powder firearms are asked to willingly move to the down wind end of the Range when wind conditions are carrying powder residue onto the other firing positions on the Range they are using.

Coordination of shooters on same Range:

When on the firing line with other shooters present, you must coordinate with them before going down range or before you resume firing after the line has been cold. When

coordinating with other shooters the term “COLD” is used to request a safe firing line to go down range.

* All positions on the range are “COLD” regardless of the distance between shooters.

* Do not go down range until you have acknowledgement from all shooters.

* No person shall handle any weapon when the range is “COLD!” Weapons will be laid on shooting tables with the muzzle pointed down range while the range is “COLD.” All shooters will honor the common courtesy of stepping back from their firing position when anyone is down range.

When the individuals who are down range return to their firing positions, they should announce “CLEAR” to the other shooters. When the first shooter on the line is ready to resume shooting, they should announce “LINE HOT” or “GOING HOT” and wait to RECEIVE AN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM ALL SHOOTERS before they resume firing.

Individual Range Use Restrictions:

Skeet Ranges #9 size shot or smaller

Trap Range #71/2 or smaller shot

Pistol Ranges Pistols, rimfire & black powder (muzzle loader) weapons only. No shotguns!

Center Ranges .22 Rimfire rifles only! No portable or spinner

50 yard range targets. No shotguns!

100 yard range Pistols, rifles and black powder weapons. Shotguns only during “3 Gun” matches.

South Range Pistols, rifles and black powder weapons. No shotguns!

Shotgun Range Shotguns ONLY!

Archery Archery may be practiced on any range not being used for firearms shooting. Archers shall relinquish ranges to firearm shooters.

Executive Board:

Officers:

President Chester Abbott 875-1079/324-0352

Vice President Tom Wilz 867-6146

Treasurer Andre Champagne 323-2680

Secretary Paula Wiles 228-539-0050/601-310-8963

Range Safety Officer Joe Newman 326-8263

Directors:

Director Glen Dawson 392-4094/860-7798

Director Ken Halblitzel 228-697-6821

Director John Stubbendick 324-7605

Director Dennis Ingram 228-539-0420

Shoot Chairmen:

Combat Rifle Hale Switzer 377-7441/354-0288

Combat Pistol Ken Hablitzel 228-697-6821

NRA 22 Rim Fire James Culpepper 228-354-0288

50 Yard Score Chairman Hugh Ogle 228-282-3552

50 yard Group Chairman Herb Hill 228-896-4018

Web Site Administrator:

(Admin@gcrpc.com) Craig Williams 228-863-6639/228-223-2121

Skeet and Trap field useage:

Skeet and Trap houses are locked when not in use. If you plan to shoot the club’s skeet or trap you must have a separate briefing to familiarize you with the rules associated with trap and skeet shooting and the operations of the skeet and trap machinery. This is followed by a short probationary period of shooting with regular members after which you will be provided with a key to the skeet and trap houses.

Trap and skeet shooting on our ranges is conducted under the national rules for skeet and trap. During the probationary period you will be shown where clays are stored, how to load, clean, clear and adjust the machines for proper bird flight path. Also safety switches, throwing arm operation and proper shut down procedures. If a machine does not operate properly, discontinue use of that machine and inform a club officer.

Skeet shooting currently occurs on Wednesday mornings from 1PM till dark. Saturday and Sunday from around 12Noon till dark. Shooting is not restricted to these times, but this is a good time to meet the regular shooters. They are a friendly group and are glad to help new shooters get started.

Trap shooting currently occurs on Wednesday mornings from 8AM till 10AM. Saturday and Sunday from around 8AM till Noon. Trap shooting is not restricted to these times, however, these times are a good opportunity to meet the regular trap shooters.

Trap and skeet shooting are not FREE. Each round of skeet or trap cost $2.00 per round and is to be paid at the completion of shooting on the day you shoot. A round is considered 25 shells fired at thrown birds. There is a log book marked “Skeet and Trap” in the clubhouse. You may pay for skeet rounds in advance. Log all rounds in the log on the day you shoot. If you pre-pay, log the amount you have pre-paid and deduct from that amount in the log until your funds/rounds have been consumed. It is preferred that you pay for rounds shot with checks. If you forget to log and pay for rounds shot, call a club officer and report it ASAP. Correct the issue within the next week. The officer will log you in so no disciplinary action will be taken. It is your responsibility to correct the error. If a member is found shooting without paying it is grounds for being expelled from the club as directed by the By-Laws.

Member’s Guests:

A member may not bring more than two(2) guests at a time. That member is responsible for their guest(s) at all times. You have to supervise your guest, which means that only you or one of your guests can shoot at a time. If you have more than two(2) out of town guests you would like to bring to the Range you can call a club officer before hand and make that request. For most instances your request will be approved.

Safety Violations:

Safety violations alone are reason for expulsion from the club, as indicated in the club By-Laws. If you observe other members violating safety rules, please notify a club officer, the RSO, or assistant RSO’s as soon as possible. If you feel a member’s actions are endangering you or others, leave the area. Unless you are comfortable with pointing out a safety issue or violation to another member or guest, take no action upon yourself to correct the issue. Remember most of our members are armed. It is solely at your discretion. When reporting a violation make every effort to provide a club officer with the badge number, vehicle description, license plate number, a description of that person, along with the time and date the violation occurred. All reported violations will be investigated.

Fully Automatic Capable Weapons:

All members who desire to shoot a fully automatic capable weapon, must be certified on THAT PARTICULAR weapon. Certification will be conducted by the Range Safety Officer and a certified weapons instructor. To obtain this certification contact the RSO or other club officer. An appointment will be made at the descretion of the RSO and instructor as to the time and date for this cetification.. At the time of the certification you must present your Federal Tax Stamp, if applicable, showing approval for possession of THAT PARTICULAR WEAPON. A certification MUST be completed on EACH and EVERY automatic capable weapon you wish to use. Once the certification is completed, it will be recorded and maintained in the club records.

Sub-machine guns (pistol cartridge firing guns) will be allowed to be shot on the 50yard rifle berm and on the high caliber rifle ranges ONLY. Machine guns (9mm & larger) will be shot ONLY on ranges designated for rifles larger than rim fire.

After you have completed the certification process, all automatic capable weapons must be fired in the presence of an elected club officer. After certification you MUST contact an elected club officer for coordinating a time to shoot, EACH and EVERY TIME you wish to shoot your automatic weapon.

It should be further noted, that when firing an automatic capable weapon on any of the designated ranges, even with an elected club officer present, ALL club rules such as, but not limited to, bullet impact area, handling, safety equipment, etc., will be in effect and apply during those firing times. Violations of said rules while using an automatic weapon will be grounds for expulsion from the club.

Silencers/suppressors:

PRIOR to firing the weapon, all members wishing to use a silencer/suppressor fixed weapon MUST be certified for possession and use of that item by the Range Safety Officer. You must contact the RSO who will examine the silencer/suppressor to insure that it is a legally manufactured item for the weapon in question. No homemade devices will be allowed. You must present your Federal Tax Stamp showing approval for possession of the particular silencer/suppressor. This certificate will be recorded and maintained in the club’s records. In addition, your club badge will be stamped and signed by the Range Safety Officer.

Range Closures for Events:

In order to communicate range closures for events to club members the following requirements are set forth by the club’s Executive Board.

Club members wishing to schedule a shoot, (other than the 3 regular monthly events), utilizing one or more ranges, must present a request, in writing, for approval to the club’s Executive Board at the regular club meeting the month prior to the event.

Groups outside the club wishing to use a range for a shoot must make a request, in writing, to the club’s Executive Board a minimum of three (3) weeks in advance of the event date. This request will contain the date(s), hours of each days usage, weapons to be used (ie: pistols, rifles, etc), distances to be shot and number of people participating in each event.

Groups outside the club will be charged a fee (starting at $200 minimum) for 1-10 people for each days event. Each additional participant will be charged at $20.00 per person. Fees to be paid prior to the start of each days event.

All shooters/spectators at theses shoots will be required to comply with all established club rules. The club’s Range Safety Officer, or his designated assistant, must be present and will have full authority to take appropriate action if a safety violation occurs. A club member participating in the event may not be designated as a safety officer. Should an event be cancelled, or an individual be removed from a shoot, due to non-compliance with established club rules, no fee refunds will be granted.

Club supported groups such as 4-H, Boy Scouts, or as designated by the Executive Board, will be exempt from range usage fees.

Range closures for scheduled events will be posted on the club’s web site, the club news letter, and at each range to be utilized.

Revised 1 January 1989,21 May 1992,26 June 2004, 30 July 2004,24 January 2005,3 July 2005, 7 July 2007,24 June 2008, 17 September 2008, 17 December 2008