Lawnmower2021 423 Posted October 19, 2021 Hey All, Just got my FID approved! Only ever went clay shooting a couple times in the last decade or so. Looking forward to trying out some handguns nearby. How do you guys go about picking a "home range"? Is there anything in particular I should be aware of? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YankeeSC 1,204 Posted October 19, 2021 I would suggest you check out https://gunforhire.com/ in Woodland park. Probably the closest to you, and an excellent facility. 2 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJ_Dude 192 Posted October 19, 2021 I agree, GFH is a great place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawnmower2021 423 Posted October 19, 2021 Thanks for the suggestion, yeah it looks like that and RTSP are the nearest to me. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
124gr9mm 857 Posted October 19, 2021 I'd also recommend Gun For Hire for your first visit. The staff is extremely helpful and they'll take as much time with you as necessary. Just be prepared for things to be much louder than they were shooting clays outdoors. If you're shooting next to someone with a large caliber pistol, a shotgun, or an AR/AK with a muzzle brake, you'll experience a lot of feedback... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DirtyDigz 1,793 Posted October 19, 2021 Also recommend "doubling up" on ear pro. Foam earplugs + earmuffs. It can be LOUD if you're in a port next to someone firing a rifle with a muzzle brake. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H2oVento 64 Posted October 20, 2021 I shoot at RTSP often. Staff was always good to me. I am a member. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperGuy185 16 Posted October 20, 2021 I love the union hill gun club. It’s a great range with 24/7 privileges. It’s got 2 different ranges for both handguns and rifles/shotguns. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawnmower2021 423 Posted October 21, 2021 It looks like I'll try to pay Gun for Hire a visit once I have my own gun. Seems RTSP will let me rent with just the FID. They're both about the same distance from me. I'm prepared for doubling up thanks to other advice here I'll try to squeeze some time for a trip during the week. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H2oVento 64 Posted October 21, 2021 Let us know how you make out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperGuy185 16 Posted October 21, 2021 10 hours ago, Lawnmower2021 said: It looks like I'll try to pay Gun for Hire a visit once I have my own gun. Seems RTSP will let me rent with just the FID. They're both about the same distance from me. I'm prepared for doubling up thanks to other advice here I'll try to squeeze some time for a trip during the week. Best of luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H2oVento 64 Posted October 21, 2021 I have a guest pass to RTSP if you want it. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawnmower2021 423 Posted October 25, 2021 I registered for a beginner course at Gun For Hire this week so we'll see how it goes It couldn't hurt. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperGuy185 16 Posted October 25, 2021 Great I would recommend getting as much training as you can Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawnmower2021 423 Posted October 26, 2021 Well that was fun! I just went through the beginner 1 on 1 course at gun for hire and definitely got the impression that it is an excellent facility. It was also nice to finally put something through my Beretta 92X The staff was very welcoming and professional all around. I'll more than likely be back when I have a chance. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H2oVento 64 Posted October 26, 2021 congrats. glad you had a good time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites