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Alexandria IWLAEst. 1922

Rifle & Pistol Range

Rifle & Pistol Range

The Alexandria Chapter operates a 14-point outdoor rifle range (100 yards) and a 10-point outdoor pistol range (60 yards) for members and authorized guests. Both ranges feature covered firing positions and are maintained to high safety standards.

Range Manager: Colin Moreau

Range Hours

9:00 AM to sunset — check the chapter calendar for scheduled closures due to competitions, maintenance, or construction.

Range Rules

All shooters and visitors must adhere to the following rules at all times:

  • Eye and ear protection required at all times when on or near the firing line
  • All firearms must be unloaded and cased when not on the firing line
  • RSO (Range Safety Officer) must be present during organized events, competitions, and monthly guest weekends
  • Follow all posted range commands — cease fire immediately when called
  • NO shooting forward of the red lines — all shooting must occur from behind the designated firing positions
  • Steel targets must be shot from behind the firing line only — do not shoot steel targets from forward positions
  • No tracer, incendiary, or armor-piercing ammunition
  • Clean up your brass, targets, and trash before leaving
  • Report any range damage or safety concerns to the Range Manager

Range Construction & Closures

Range construction and improvement projects may cause temporary closures of all or part of the rifle and pistol ranges. Always check the chapter website calendar for the latest closure notices before visiting. Closures will be posted in advance when possible.

Guest Policy

Members may bring up to 2 guests per month to the rifle and pistol ranges. Guest visits are subject to the following conditions:

  • The sponsoring member must remain with their guests at all times
  • Guests must follow all range rules and safety procedures
  • RSO guest vouchers are available for qualified RSOs to bring guests for 3-hour sessions
  • Guest privileges are limited to rifle/pistol and archery ranges — guests may not use the shotgun range independently

Competitions

The rifle and pistol ranges host multiple shooting competitions throughout the year, including NRL22, CMP matches, Steel Challenge, America's Rifle Challenge, and USPSA events. See the Competitions page for schedules and details.

Range Photos