>>15135092
>I don't like gun ranges.
>Too many rules and they have little Hitler Youth breathing down people's necks.
>I guess they are terrified of being sued.
>Just give me an open field and some tin cans.
I appreciate the fact that plinking is really the most fun. (Pick up your cans when you're done) but it's important to have well run ranges so we can introduce new shooters to the sport in a safe and comfortable environment. I have over 50 years experience developing, building and running ranges in several states and have never had an injury inflicted on another shooter. Ranges are vital for training hunter education classes and the organized shooting sports are vital for a healthy firearms economy, improving skills and gaining support for the Second Amendment. Handloaders appreciate covered bench rests and known ranges for working up safe and accurate loads. As far as liability, an NRA affiliated gun club can carry their insurance very reasonably.