New here... need a place to shoot

[jimmothy86]

So I seem to have went about things in the wrong order...

I got my handgun permit first, then a gun (a brand new Springfield Armory XDm in .40S&W), then ammo, and now i need a place to shoot, a range, a conservation club, pretty much anything as long as they allow me to shoot my .40S&W and they are as close as possible to Ladoga, IN

any tips?

also, i'm looking for some training in the proper use/handling of firearms, i used them when i was younger and my dad taught me a little, but i want to become proficient with this weapon before i start carrying it regularly

thanks for all the help, and i hope i can be a contributing member here at some point.

 

[Naptown]

WELCOME!

 

[alliclaytor]

How long did it take you to get your carry permit?

 

[sartwell]

from New Haven.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

From Ladoga:

Short drive to Crawfordsville Gun Club... Almost to Darlington on SR47

Linden Conservation Club... Between Linden and Romney just east of US231

Marion County Fish & Game... in Speedway, near US 136 and Girls School Road

I do not know if it's still in operation, but there's a range right near the entrance to Shades State Park, too. I've shot there 5-6 times over the last few years, but it's been several months.

And welcome to the forum from a native Crawfordsvillian.

-J-

 

[alliclaytor]

Don's Guns on the west side of Indy...always an experience! You often get visited by the ATF while you are leaving.

 

[riverman67]

So I seem to have went about things in the wrong order...

I got my handgun permit first, then a gun (a brand new Springfield Armory XDm in .40S&W), then ammo, and now i need a place to shoot, a range, a conservation club, pretty much anything as long as they allow me to shoot my .40S&W and they are as close as possible to Ladoga, IN

any tips?

also, i'm looking for some training in the proper use/handling of firearms, i used them when i was younger and my dad taught me a little, but i want to become proficient with this weapon before i start carrying it regularly

thanks for all the help, and i hope i can be a contributing member here at some point.

+1 to you for that
As for the training Check out the guys at ACT they have several offerings that should fit your needs. I am sure there are others around as well but I have had good experiences with them.

I am not sure where ladoga is but someone on here will let you know where your nearest range is

Welcome

 

[clt46910]

There are a number of members that offer professional training. It will not be hard for you to find someone to help you with that. Someone closer to your area then I will give you ideas of ranges close to you.

 

[JohnP82]

welcome to INGO and +1 on looking for training. good job being responsible. good luck and enjoy that springfield.

 

[Six Forty-Two]

I also recommend ACT. They offer classes in the Greencastle area. Upcoming Classes Adaptive Consulting & Training

I don't think you did things out of order. You can't legally transport it without the license.

 

[ATM]

I'm a member at Crawfordsville Gun Club and could meet you there for a range visit.

Another bump for ACT for excellent nearby training classes as well.

I'll PM you with my contact info.

 

[Bigum1969]

Be careful hanging out with ATM...

 

[ATM]

Be careful listening to Bigum...

 

[slimplmbr]

welcome and glad to see that you want to be a responsible gun owner

 

[jimmothy86]

thanks for all the info everyone, sorry its been so long since i got back to my own thread, but i primarily use my iPhone for surfing the web and rarely touch an actual computer, and this site doesnt load well on the iphone, something for another time i suppose

i've been in contact with ATM and i plan on meeting him at a local range in the very near future, soon as i can buy a couple hundred rounds of ammo, some glasses, and some ear protection

Also, i'm in contact with the ACT guys, and i have Apr 3rd marked on my calender for the next intro class they are offering

hopefully i can get some time on the range in before then and start working on, at the very least, not flinching every time i pull the trigger

 

[Marc]

if you ever want to get certified it guns get ahold of Jay on here, he is very good, he trained me and got me certified and did a great job.

 

[robbran144]

thanks for all the info everyone, sorry its been so long since i got back to my own thread, but i primarily use my iPhone for surfing the web and rarely touch an actual computer, and this site doesnt load well on the iphone, something for another time i suppose

i've been in contact with ATM and i plan on meeting him at a local range in the very near future, soon as i can buy a couple hundred rounds of ammo, some glasses, and some ear protection

Also, i'm in contact with the ACT guys, and i have Apr 3rd marked on my calender for the next intro class they are offering

hopefully i can get some time on the range in before then and start working on, at the very least, not flinching every time i pull the trigger

this site works great on my Iphone, i wonder why you are having issues

 

[ATM]

...soon as i can buy a couple hundred rounds of ammo, some glasses, and some ear protection

I've got extra eye and hearing protection for you but don't have anything in .40 so just holler when you get some ammo.