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?

I would suggest you check out https://gunforhire.com/ in Woodland park.  Probably the closest to you, and an excellent facility.

I agree, GFH is a great place.

Thanks for the suggestion, yeah it looks like that and RTSP are the nearest to me.

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...

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.

I shoot at RTSP often. Staff was always good to me. I am a member. 

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.

 

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.

 

Let us know how you make out

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!

I have a guest pass to RTSP if you want it. 

I registered for a beginner course at Gun For Hire this week so we'll see how it goes It couldn't hurt.

Great I would recommend getting as much training as you can

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.

congrats. glad you had a good time