Greetings.
I was wondering if there is any interest in a shoot this spring. Most of us in the Dutchess/Orange/Putnam area are not priveledged to belong to any of the private clubs in our area. I shoot so infrequently that it is not worth it to join at this moment. It would be nice to meet some of our fellow AR15.comers in person.
Calverton in Long Island is black rifle friendly but is too far. Plus we have to travel thru NYC. I'd rather avoid any oppressive LEO mindset along the way.
Blue Mountain in Westchester has outrageous hourly rates and unfriendly rules and range officers. One of the many reasons I'm glad I no longer live in that county.
I do not know of any ranges in PA near the state line we can go to.
Seems to me the only places to go are in Connecticut, unless one of the fellow board members has lots of land up north and can hosts the shoot.
That would be ideal.
Wooster Mountain by the Danbury Mall is only open on weekends to the public. Limited to 50 yards and may not be able to accomodate a large group.
The only place I can think of is Blue Trail in Wallingford. Reasonably priced and open on the weekdays too. Plenty of 100 yard shooting positions, plus a 200 yard line for those who want a bit more challenge. I believe we can picnic/BBQ on the property. Someone correct me if I am wrong. One caviat - do not bring any of the long guns on the CT ban list. No Colt AR15 marked lowers.
So whatcha think? Any other ideas? If anyone has been to these ranges recently, please post details such as rates, restrictions, hours, etc. This may end up being a NY/CT shoot.
Let the fun begin!