THIS WILL BE THE LAST INGO NWI MEET & SHOOT FOR 2010. WE WILL START THEM UP AGAIN ON MARCH 2011.
Where:
Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area
Rifle/Shotgun/Handgun Range
CR 200W, Winamac, Pulaski, IN 46996
.25 mile north of CR 500N
(574) 946-4422
Shooting and shotgun range hours:
(Eastern Standard Time Hours)
September - March
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(7:00 am to 4:00 PM Central Standard Time, ie. Chicago time)
April - August
8:00 am to 7:00 pm
PDF Map: http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/files/fw_Winamac_map.pdf
The range is right above circle #4 on the map.
You can see it from the side of the road. DO NOT follow the sign for the SKEET RANGE that goes EAST INTO the park.
How To Get There:
From the Griffith/Highland, IN area
1) Take US 30 EAST
2) Take RT 39 SOUTH
3) Take RT 10 EAST
Now either
4) Take Co. Rd 800 N (gravel road) which will become Co. Rd. N. 200 W SOUTH & you will see the range on your left hand side
or
4) Take US 35 SOUTH
5) Take C. Rd 500 N WEST
6) Take Co. Rd. 200 W NORTH (gravel road) & you will see the range on your right hand side.
When:
Sunday, 14 NOV 2010
Time: 10am CST (Chicago Time) @ the 25 yard range
For those of you who have not been to Winamac range please see these AAR:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/943648-post67.html
and
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/ingo_e...on_report.html
and
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/ingo_e...d_shoot-8.html
Here is an image of what the 25' yard looks like:
http://www.majhost.com/gallery/jediagh/guns/nwi-ingo/nwi-ingo_05-outing_001.jpg
Attendance: CURRENT COUNT: 26
Jediagh + 5 (couple from IL (wife is co-worker and new shooter) ; Kid Sister + her friend
johncarbaugh + 1
melensdad + Joe (GeronimoJoe) + Juan (9mmJV) [In the happy van!]
[strike]Bill B (maybe)[/strike]
revsaxon (maybe)
Delmar
Orsetto Lavatore
MeAndMyXD
Clif45
Bubbajms (maybe)
LocustsOfSteel + 1
[strike]aclark[/strike]
sparky241
CigarBob + 2
Gunbunnies
Andre46996
Wild Deuce (maybe)
Corky
turnandshoot4
451_Detonics (maybe)
evilblackrifle
Woodrow
Equipment:
Handguns
1911 Springfield [.45] (Jediagh: Please bring ammo I'm out)
Ruger Mark III [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Rugers P94 [.40] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
Ruger 22/45 Mark III [.22] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
Taurus PT709 [9mm] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
[strike]CVA Wolf BP [.50] (Bill B ammo status )
XD [.40] (Bill B ammo status )
Sig P226 [.40] (Andy219 will have ammo)
Ruger GP100 Royale Pheonix [357/38 special] (Andy219 will have ammo)
S&W 500 [.40] (Andy219: Low on ammo only 40 rounds, please bring some)[/strike]
XD40 [.40] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Tarus PT140 [.40] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Hi Point C9 [9mm] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Cobra 380 [.380] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Various 1911 [.45] (Melensdad will have ammo)
Thompson 1927-A5 (12# handgun version of a "Tommy gun") [.45] (Melensdad will have ammo)
Kel Tec P3AT 380 pocket pistol [.380] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Ruger LCP 380 pocket pistol [.380] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
XDm [.40] (Clif45: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
S&W Pre-10 Revolver [.38 special] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Raven mp-25 [.25 acp] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Charter Arms - Police Off Duty [.38 special] (LocustsOfSteel will have ammo)
GLOCK [.40] (Sparky241: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Beretta [9mm] (Sparky241: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Springfield XD [.40] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY)
Redhawk [41 mag] (Corky will have ammo)
old model Blackhawk [41 mag] (Corky will have ammo)
LCR 38 [.38] (Corky will have ammo)
SP101 [.38 special] (Corky will have ammo)
S&W model 29 [.44] (Corky will have ammo)
X-5 competition 9mm (.22 LR upper too) (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
X-5 all around .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Sig 250 9mm (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
CZ IPSC ST .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
EAA Witness Limited .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
HK USP [.40] (evilblackrifle, Please bring FACTORY ammo)
S&W 340 PD [.38 S&W Special] (Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Rifle
Ruger 10/22 with TechSights [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Ruger 10/22 with TechSights [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
WASR-10 (AK-47) [7.62x39] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Ruger 10/22 [.22] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
[strike]Marlin [.22] (Bill B ammo status )[/strike]
SBR Uzi [9mm] (revsaxon will have LIMITED AMMO; Please bring some)
SBR AR-15 [5.56] (revsaxon will have LIMITED AMMO; Please bring some)
WASR-10 (AK-47) [7.62x39] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
AR15 [.458 SOCOM] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO, please bring some)
SMLE (Short Magazine Lee Enfield) Jungle Carbine - 308 Win/7.62 NATO (melensdad will have ammo)
S&W MP15 [.223] (Clif45 will have LIMITED ammo please bring some)
10/22 "Liberty Rifle" (ie. Appleseed ready) [.22] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Zastava M59/66 [7.62x39mm] (LocustsOfSteel will have ammo)
Tantal [5.45x39] (Sparky241 will have ammo)
S&W MP 15 [5.56] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
DPMS AP4 [7.62x51 (.308)] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Spiked AR22 (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Ruger 10/22 (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Ruger 44 Carbine [.44] (Corky will have ammo)
DPMS LR-308 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
M1A (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Savage 10 Sniper Rifle [.308] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
DPMS AR-15 [.223] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Smith Enterprise M14SA (7.62 NATO) (Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Springfield Armory SOCOM II (7.62 NATO) ( Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
National Match AR (White Oak Armament upper / Rock River Arms lower) (it is a Wylde Chamber that will take both, BUT I prefer the .223 Rem only ... NO 5.56 NATO and NO steel or lacquered cases) - Wild Deuce
FN FAL [7.61x51 mm] (Sparky: please bring WOLF or brass ammo only)
Shotgun
Please note we can only use #4 or smaller shells on the 25' yard range. Birdshot is OK as well. You can use other loads on the 100' and 200' yard range.
Mossberg 500 w/ Knox SpecOps Stock [12g] (Jediagh will have ammo)
[strike]Mossberg 500 [12g] (Bill B ammo status )[/strike]
Goose Shotgun [12g] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Saiga [12 Gauge] with 10 round drum (Gunbunnies, bring ammo please)
Saiga 12 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Remington 870 [12g] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Food:
NWI INGO Food Committee Chair #1:
We are allowed to bring food (i.e. small gas grills) onto the range and use them in the grassy area behind the 25' range. Please only bring "finger food" as there are no tables, chairs on the range. Also plates, napkins and cups are needed as well. Please pitch in by bringing something if you can.
Our typical food items consist of Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Brauts, Chips, Soda/Lemonade and Sweets (Cookies, Brownies, etc.)
Food Items Coming
Meats
Pack of hotdogs (8) (Jediagh)
Pack of buns for hotdogs (8) (Jediagh)
Pack of burgers (16) (Jediagh)
Pack of buns for burgers (16) (Jediagh)
Hotdogs & Buns (Melensdad)
Hotdogs & Buns (evilblackrifle)
Sides
[strike]Bag of Doritos (Jediagh)[/strike]
Bag of Lays Potato Chips (Jediagh)
Brownies (Jediagh)
Sauerkraut (LocustsOfSteel)
Drinks
Horchata (Rice Water: Milk Version) (Jediagh)
Case of Coke (missing 5 cans from SEP Meet & Shoot, don't know who brought it) (Jediagh)
[strike]Case of Coke (from Mexico made w/ real sugar) (Andy219)[/strike][strike]
Case of water (Andy219)
Cooler with ice (Andy219)[/strike]
Case of Pespi (from Mexico made w/ real sugar) (Sparky241)
Misc
Napkins (Jediagh)
Ketchup (melensdad)
Mustard (melensdad)
Relish (melensdad)
Propane BBQ Grill (melensdad)
Dejon mustard (LocustsOfSteel)
Hot sauce (LocustsOfSteel)
Specilaity Items
Cigars: Big Butt, St. Luy Rey Titan Maduro, and some RyJ Reserve Real (Cigar Bob)
Plywood Donation for the Range:
DNR can only put new plywood up on Mondays. Our group typically leaves the plywood HEAVILY damaged once we are done. (Tons of shooting ).
DNR advised that the State of Indiana has tighten their funds so they (range) can not always put fresh plywood up. In JUL, AUG, SEP and OCT we (NWI INGO) as a group have donated plywood to the range each time we have gone and DNR has been very thankful for it. (Suspect this has helped with us having a "food area" on the 25 yard range.) As such I would like us as a group to be able to do this again. The plywood must be full size 4'x8' in size ANY thickness. Wooden post should be 3" to 5" diameter and 6' in length.
NWI INGO Plywood Person: N/A
Current Pot: $68.46 (jediagh) + $20 (Clif45)
Donation Goal:
N/A
We have enough money from OCT's donation to buy plywood and will look to perhaps buy a few wooden post as well. Jediagh will call the range to determine if they need plywood or post.
--UPDATE--
As the range said they were well stocked with plywood and post due to our prior donations no plywood will be taken this time. Some of the money has been used to build 4 PVC stands.
Cost of materials for PVC: $47.16 - $10 donation by Jedi = $37.16
Current Pot: $31.30 (jediagh) + $20 (Clif45)
FAQ:
What should I bring?
Your firearms and some ammo, off course! No full-autos are allowed on the range but everything else (handgun, rifle, shotgun) is.
What should I bring (Non Firearm Related)?
Here is what some members bring in addition to their firearms to help them during the day.
- Folding/Camping Chairs (there is only one two-person bench on the 25' yard range)
- Shooting mat
- Binoculars
- Small tool kit to adjust sights/quick fix firearm
- Eye and Hearing protection
I see member "John Doe" is bringing his 1911, can I shoot it?
Most members bring their guns to shot and allow others to shoot them as well.
If you see a gun on the list you would like to shoot, ask the owner (post it) what type of ammo brand they like so you could use it. Some members supply the ammo. Be considerate of others and bring some more if you can so everyone can try the firearm.
What about safety after all this is a public range? I have heard bad stuff about public ranges.
While the range is open to everyone typically what occurs when we go has been that we (NWI INGO) end up taking over the 25 and 50 yard ranges. This in turn has helped us to police ourselves and ensured our own safety. We setup a table with the "NWI INGO Range Rules" and just ensure that any new shooters we have with us are being supervised.
Do I have to shoot only from the bench sitting down?
There are no rules for "how" to shoot at the range.
You can shoot by...
- sitting from the bench
- standing from the bench
- sitting cross-leg from the bench
- laying on the floor from the bench
We have even shot the boards CLOSER than the 25 yards as well when we control the full 25 yard range.
What size plywood can we donate?
The range can only take full sheet 4'x8' plywood in ANY thickness due to how it is nailed to the wooden post they have.
What is the cost to come?
The range is FREE as it is a public Indiana range. The cost you will incur is for the ammo you shoot (most people bring their own) and for the targets you bring to shoot. FREE targets can be downloaded from the internet (see below). A couple people usually bring staple guns and are willing to share so there is no cost to hang the targets.
Bring eye/ear protection. If you can bring some snacks to share, if not that is OK too. If you have an odd caliber toy then its generally considered good form to bring extra ammo for that gun and share that but its reasonable to limit the amount of shooting if the ammo is expensive.
The group (INGO NWI) as a whole gives a donation of plywood to the range each time we go. The chairperson for the plywood pays for the plywood and brings it and takes donations from others for it.
I live in IL and would like to attend the event. Can I bring my guns as well?
Everyone is welcome to attend. Winamac is a free Indiana public range. Please note that non-Indiana residents must have a license or permit to carry a handgun from either Indiana or another state that Indiana recognizes (see here for more info) in order to bring their handguns to the range. The IL FOID card DOES NOT count to meet this requirement. You CAN bring a long guns (rifles and shotguns) WITHOUT a license/permit.
This is a rule of the Indiana DNR as they have been posted on the range.
Need free printable targets? Try this post:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/general_firearms_discussion/79176-free_targets.html
Where:
Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area
Rifle/Shotgun/Handgun Range
CR 200W, Winamac, Pulaski, IN 46996
.25 mile north of CR 500N
(574) 946-4422
Shooting and shotgun range hours:
(Eastern Standard Time Hours)
September - March
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(7:00 am to 4:00 PM Central Standard Time, ie. Chicago time)
April - August
8:00 am to 7:00 pm
PDF Map: http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/files/fw_Winamac_map.pdf
The range is right above circle #4 on the map.
You can see it from the side of the road. DO NOT follow the sign for the SKEET RANGE that goes EAST INTO the park.
How To Get There:
From the Griffith/Highland, IN area
1) Take US 30 EAST
2) Take RT 39 SOUTH
3) Take RT 10 EAST
Now either
4) Take Co. Rd 800 N (gravel road) which will become Co. Rd. N. 200 W SOUTH & you will see the range on your left hand side
or
4) Take US 35 SOUTH
5) Take C. Rd 500 N WEST
6) Take Co. Rd. 200 W NORTH (gravel road) & you will see the range on your right hand side.
When:
Sunday, 14 NOV 2010
Time: 10am CST (Chicago Time) @ the 25 yard range
For those of you who have not been to Winamac range please see these AAR:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/943648-post67.html
and
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/ingo_e...on_report.html
and
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/ingo_e...d_shoot-8.html
Here is an image of what the 25' yard looks like:
http://www.majhost.com/gallery/jediagh/guns/nwi-ingo/nwi-ingo_05-outing_001.jpg
Attendance: CURRENT COUNT: 26
Jediagh + 5 (couple from IL (wife is co-worker and new shooter) ; Kid Sister + her friend
johncarbaugh + 1
melensdad + Joe (GeronimoJoe) + Juan (9mmJV) [In the happy van!]
[strike]Bill B (maybe)[/strike]
revsaxon (maybe)
Delmar
Orsetto Lavatore
MeAndMyXD
Clif45
Bubbajms (maybe)
LocustsOfSteel + 1
[strike]aclark[/strike]
sparky241
CigarBob + 2
Gunbunnies
Andre46996
Wild Deuce (maybe)
Corky
turnandshoot4
451_Detonics (maybe)
evilblackrifle
Woodrow
Equipment:
Handguns
1911 Springfield [.45] (Jediagh: Please bring ammo I'm out)
Ruger Mark III [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Rugers P94 [.40] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
Ruger 22/45 Mark III [.22] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
Taurus PT709 [9mm] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
[strike]CVA Wolf BP [.50] (Bill B ammo status )
XD [.40] (Bill B ammo status )
Sig P226 [.40] (Andy219 will have ammo)
Ruger GP100 Royale Pheonix [357/38 special] (Andy219 will have ammo)
S&W 500 [.40] (Andy219: Low on ammo only 40 rounds, please bring some)[/strike]
XD40 [.40] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Tarus PT140 [.40] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Hi Point C9 [9mm] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Cobra 380 [.380] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
Various 1911 [.45] (Melensdad will have ammo)
Thompson 1927-A5 (12# handgun version of a "Tommy gun") [.45] (Melensdad will have ammo)
Kel Tec P3AT 380 pocket pistol [.380] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Ruger LCP 380 pocket pistol [.380] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
XDm [.40] (Clif45: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
S&W Pre-10 Revolver [.38 special] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Raven mp-25 [.25 acp] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Charter Arms - Police Off Duty [.38 special] (LocustsOfSteel will have ammo)
GLOCK [.40] (Sparky241: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Beretta [9mm] (Sparky241: very LIMITED AMMO please bring some)
Springfield XD [.40] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY)
Redhawk [41 mag] (Corky will have ammo)
old model Blackhawk [41 mag] (Corky will have ammo)
LCR 38 [.38] (Corky will have ammo)
SP101 [.38 special] (Corky will have ammo)
S&W model 29 [.44] (Corky will have ammo)
X-5 competition 9mm (.22 LR upper too) (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
X-5 all around .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Sig 250 9mm (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
CZ IPSC ST .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
EAA Witness Limited .40 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
HK USP [.40] (evilblackrifle, Please bring FACTORY ammo)
S&W 340 PD [.38 S&W Special] (Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Rifle
Ruger 10/22 with TechSights [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Ruger 10/22 with TechSights [.22] (Jediagh will have ammo)
WASR-10 (AK-47) [7.62x39] (Jediagh will have ammo)
Ruger 10/22 [.22] (johncarbaugh will have ammo)
[strike]Marlin [.22] (Bill B ammo status )[/strike]
SBR Uzi [9mm] (revsaxon will have LIMITED AMMO; Please bring some)
SBR AR-15 [5.56] (revsaxon will have LIMITED AMMO; Please bring some)
WASR-10 (AK-47) [7.62x39] (MeAndMyXD will have ammo)
AR15 [.458 SOCOM] (Melensdad: very LIMITED AMMO, please bring some)
Cavalry Arms PINK AR15 [5.56] (Melensdad have ammo)For Jediagh Olympic Arms PINK AR15 w/22lr conversion
SMLE (Short Magazine Lee Enfield) Jungle Carbine - 308 Win/7.62 NATO (melensdad will have ammo)
S&W MP15 [.223] (Clif45 will have LIMITED ammo please bring some)
10/22 "Liberty Rifle" (ie. Appleseed ready) [.22] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Zastava M59/66 [7.62x39mm] (LocustsOfSteel will have ammo)
Tantal [5.45x39] (Sparky241 will have ammo)
S&W MP 15 [5.56] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
DPMS AP4 [7.62x51 (.308)] (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Spiked AR22 (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Ruger 10/22 (Andre46996: Please bring factory ammo ONLY!)
Ruger 44 Carbine [.44] (Corky will have ammo)
DPMS LR-308 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
M1A (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Savage 10 Sniper Rifle [.308] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
DPMS AR-15 [.223] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Smith Enterprise M14SA (7.62 NATO) (Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Springfield Armory SOCOM II (7.62 NATO) ( Wild Deuce: please bring FACTORY ammo)
National Match AR (White Oak Armament upper / Rock River Arms lower) (it is a Wylde Chamber that will take both, BUT I prefer the .223 Rem only ... NO 5.56 NATO and NO steel or lacquered cases) - Wild Deuce
FN FAL [7.61x51 mm] (Sparky: please bring WOLF or brass ammo only)
Shotgun
Please note we can only use #4 or smaller shells on the 25' yard range. Birdshot is OK as well. You can use other loads on the 100' and 200' yard range.
Mossberg 500 w/ Knox SpecOps Stock [12g] (Jediagh will have ammo)
[strike]Mossberg 500 [12g] (Bill B ammo status )[/strike]
Goose Shotgun [12g] (Clif45 will have ammo)
Saiga [12 Gauge] with 10 round drum (Gunbunnies, bring ammo please)
Saiga 12 (turnandshoot4 will have ammo)
Remington 870 [12g] (evilblackrifle: please bring FACTORY ammo)
Food:
NWI INGO Food Committee Chair #1:
We are allowed to bring food (i.e. small gas grills) onto the range and use them in the grassy area behind the 25' range. Please only bring "finger food" as there are no tables, chairs on the range. Also plates, napkins and cups are needed as well. Please pitch in by bringing something if you can.
Our typical food items consist of Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Brauts, Chips, Soda/Lemonade and Sweets (Cookies, Brownies, etc.)
Food Items Coming
Meats
Pack of hotdogs (8) (Jediagh)
Pack of buns for hotdogs (8) (Jediagh)
Pack of burgers (16) (Jediagh)
Pack of buns for burgers (16) (Jediagh)
Hotdogs & Buns (Melensdad)
Hotdogs & Buns (evilblackrifle)
Sides
[strike]Bag of Doritos (Jediagh)[/strike]
Bag of Lays Potato Chips (Jediagh)
Brownies (Jediagh)
Sauerkraut (LocustsOfSteel)
Drinks
Horchata (Rice Water: Milk Version) (Jediagh)
Case of Coke (missing 5 cans from SEP Meet & Shoot, don't know who brought it) (Jediagh)
[strike]Case of Coke (from Mexico made w/ real sugar) (Andy219)[/strike][strike]
Case of water (Andy219)
Cooler with ice (Andy219)[/strike]
Case of Pespi (from Mexico made w/ real sugar) (Sparky241)
Misc
Napkins (Jediagh)
Ketchup (melensdad)
Mustard (melensdad)
Relish (melensdad)
Propane BBQ Grill (melensdad)
Dejon mustard (LocustsOfSteel)
Hot sauce (LocustsOfSteel)
Specilaity Items
Cigars: Big Butt, St. Luy Rey Titan Maduro, and some RyJ Reserve Real (Cigar Bob)
Plywood Donation for the Range:
DNR can only put new plywood up on Mondays. Our group typically leaves the plywood HEAVILY damaged once we are done. (Tons of shooting ).
DNR advised that the State of Indiana has tighten their funds so they (range) can not always put fresh plywood up. In JUL, AUG, SEP and OCT we (NWI INGO) as a group have donated plywood to the range each time we have gone and DNR has been very thankful for it. (Suspect this has helped with us having a "food area" on the 25 yard range.) As such I would like us as a group to be able to do this again. The plywood must be full size 4'x8' in size ANY thickness. Wooden post should be 3" to 5" diameter and 6' in length.
NWI INGO Plywood Person: N/A
Current Pot: $68.46 (jediagh) + $20 (Clif45)
Donation Goal:
N/A
We have enough money from OCT's donation to buy plywood and will look to perhaps buy a few wooden post as well. Jediagh will call the range to determine if they need plywood or post.
--UPDATE--
As the range said they were well stocked with plywood and post due to our prior donations no plywood will be taken this time. Some of the money has been used to build 4 PVC stands.
Cost of materials for PVC: $47.16 - $10 donation by Jedi = $37.16
Current Pot: $31.30 (jediagh) + $20 (Clif45)
FAQ:
What should I bring?
Your firearms and some ammo, off course! No full-autos are allowed on the range but everything else (handgun, rifle, shotgun) is.
What should I bring (Non Firearm Related)?
Here is what some members bring in addition to their firearms to help them during the day.
- Folding/Camping Chairs (there is only one two-person bench on the 25' yard range)
- Shooting mat
- Binoculars
- Small tool kit to adjust sights/quick fix firearm
- Eye and Hearing protection
I see member "John Doe" is bringing his 1911, can I shoot it?
Most members bring their guns to shot and allow others to shoot them as well.
If you see a gun on the list you would like to shoot, ask the owner (post it) what type of ammo brand they like so you could use it. Some members supply the ammo. Be considerate of others and bring some more if you can so everyone can try the firearm.
What about safety after all this is a public range? I have heard bad stuff about public ranges.
While the range is open to everyone typically what occurs when we go has been that we (NWI INGO) end up taking over the 25 and 50 yard ranges. This in turn has helped us to police ourselves and ensured our own safety. We setup a table with the "NWI INGO Range Rules" and just ensure that any new shooters we have with us are being supervised.
Do I have to shoot only from the bench sitting down?
There are no rules for "how" to shoot at the range.
You can shoot by...
- sitting from the bench
- standing from the bench
- sitting cross-leg from the bench
- laying on the floor from the bench
We have even shot the boards CLOSER than the 25 yards as well when we control the full 25 yard range.
What size plywood can we donate?
The range can only take full sheet 4'x8' plywood in ANY thickness due to how it is nailed to the wooden post they have.
What is the cost to come?
The range is FREE as it is a public Indiana range. The cost you will incur is for the ammo you shoot (most people bring their own) and for the targets you bring to shoot. FREE targets can be downloaded from the internet (see below). A couple people usually bring staple guns and are willing to share so there is no cost to hang the targets.
Bring eye/ear protection. If you can bring some snacks to share, if not that is OK too. If you have an odd caliber toy then its generally considered good form to bring extra ammo for that gun and share that but its reasonable to limit the amount of shooting if the ammo is expensive.
The group (INGO NWI) as a whole gives a donation of plywood to the range each time we go. The chairperson for the plywood pays for the plywood and brings it and takes donations from others for it.
I live in IL and would like to attend the event. Can I bring my guns as well?
Everyone is welcome to attend. Winamac is a free Indiana public range. Please note that non-Indiana residents must have a license or permit to carry a handgun from either Indiana or another state that Indiana recognizes (see here for more info) in order to bring their handguns to the range. The IL FOID card DOES NOT count to meet this requirement. You CAN bring a long guns (rifles and shotguns) WITHOUT a license/permit.
This is a rule of the Indiana DNR as they have been posted on the range.
Need free printable targets? Try this post:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/general_firearms_discussion/79176-free_targets.html
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