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It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status.

10M 8/07

Game Management Wildlife ResourcesWest Virginia Division of Natural Resources

324 Fourth Avenue South Charleston, WV 25303

(304) 558-2771 Fax: (304) 558-3147

Shooting Ranges

Money used to build, manage and operate these shooting ranges is derived from the sale of West Virginia fishing, hunting and

trapping licenses, and Conservation Stamps. No general tax revenues are used for these structures.

www.wvdnr.gov

WVDNR WILDLIFE RESOURCES SECTION

Shooting Safety Firearms …

1. Treat every firearm with the same respect due a loaded firearm.

2. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm being used.

3. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

4. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

5. Use the correct ammunition.

6. Do not rely on the gun’s safety − do not finger the trigger until ready to shoot.

7. Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions before shooting.

8. Be sure of the target and what is beyond it.

9. If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle it with care.

10. Unload firearms when not in use. Leave the actions open.

11. Store firearms and ammunition separately.

12. Do not alter or modify guns.

13. Have guns serviced regularly.

Bows and Arrows …1. Be careful when handling, storing or sharpening

broadheads.

2. Use a bow stringer.

3. Never walk with a nocked arrow.

4. Nock arrows only when getting ready to shoot.

5. Be sure of a safe path from the arrow to the target.

6. Never shoot straight up.

7. Place arrows in a covered quiver.

8. Check your equipment often. Replace worn bow strings and throw away damaged arrows.

Rules and Regulations

West Virginians are proud of their firearms heritage. From the early settlers with matchlock and flintlock rifles to today’s sportsmen and women with modern centerfire sporting rifles, West Virginians have kept the shooting sports an important component of outdoor recreation in the Mountain State.

With steady growth in wildlife populations and the popularity of shooting sports, there is a corresponding growth in the need for convenient, comfortable and safe shooting ranges. The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has constructed the public ranges listed in this brochure. Additional ranges are planned for construction as sites become available.

Your use of these facilities is encouraged. Please respect them and abide by the safety rules posted at each range.

Physically challeneged shooting bench

Wallback Wildlife Management Area

For more information

District 1P.O. Box 99 Farmington, WV 26571 (304) 825-6787 Fax: (304) 825-6270

District 21 Depot Street Romney, WV 26757 (304) 822-3551 Fax: (304) 822-7331

District 3P.O. Box 38 French Creek, WV 26218 (304) 924-6211 Fax: (304) 924-6781

District 42006 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, WV 25801-8320 (304) 256-6947 Fax: (304) 256-6814

District 51103 Wildlife Road Pt. Pleasant, WV 25550 (304) 675-0871 Fax: (304) 675-0872

District 62311 Ohio Avenue Parkersburg, WV 26101 (304) 420-4550 Fax: (304) 420-4554

By virtue of the authority granted the Director of the Division of Natural Resources by Article 1, Section 7, Chapter 20 of the official Code of West Virginia, 1961 as amended, the following rules and regulations shall govern use of all public shooting ranges administered by the Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section.

1. Hours of operation are posted at the entrance to each range. No person may use the range except during posted hours. Range may be temporarily closed by the District Wildlife Biologist or the WMA Wildlife Manager.

2. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

3. Glass or metal containers can not be used as targets. Only paper, clay, or metal silhouette targets may be used without prior approval; others must be approved by District Wildlife Biologist or WMA Wildlife Manager.

4. After use, all targets must be removed from the range or disposed of in containers provided at the range.

5. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. No person may handle a weapon while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or other drug.

6. No one under 16 years of age, unless they possess a valid WV hunting license, may use the range unless directly supervised by an adult (18 years of age or older).

7. All firearms must be unloaded and firearm handling must cease while any person is forward of the firing line.

8. Firearms may be loaded and discharged only at established shooting stations.

9. Firing line is defined as the line directly in front of and parallel to the shooting benches.

10. No person may move forward of the firing line until all firing has ceased, all users have acknowledged an “all clear” command, and all firearms have been unloaded and placed on the shooting benches.

11. Firearms must be pointed downrange at all times.

12. Use of fully automatic firearms is prohibited unless authorized by the District Wildlife Biologist.

Any person violating any of these rules and regulations shall be punished in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20 of the Code of West Virginia and such other laws as may be applicable.

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It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status.

10M 8/07

Game Management Wildlife ResourcesWest Virginia Division of Natural Resources

324 Fourth Avenue South Charleston, WV 25303

(304) 558-2771 Fax: (304) 558-3147

Shooting Ranges

Money used to build, manage and operate these shooting ranges is derived from the sale of West Virginia fishing, hunting and

trapping licenses, and Conservation Stamps. No general tax revenues are used for these structures.

www.wvdnr.gov

WVDNR WILDLIFE RESOURCES SECTION

Shooting Safety Firearms …

1. Treat every firearm with the same respect due a loaded firearm.

2. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm being used.

3. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

4. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

5. Use the correct ammunition.

6. Do not rely on the gun’s safety − do not finger the trigger until ready to shoot.

7. Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions before shooting.

8. Be sure of the target and what is beyond it.

9. If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle it with care.

10. Unload firearms when not in use. Leave the actions open.

11. Store firearms and ammunition separately.

12. Do not alter or modify guns.

13. Have guns serviced regularly.

Bows and Arrows …1. Be careful when handling, storing or sharpening

broadheads.

2. Use a bow stringer.

3. Never walk with a nocked arrow.

4. Nock arrows only when getting ready to shoot.

5. Be sure of a safe path from the arrow to the target.

6. Never shoot straight up.

7. Place arrows in a covered quiver.

8. Check your equipment often. Replace worn bow strings and throw away damaged arrows.

Rules and Regulations

West Virginians are proud of their firearms heritage. From the early settlers with matchlock and flintlock rifles to today’s sportsmen and women with modern centerfire sporting rifles, West Virginians have kept the shooting sports an important component of outdoor recreation in the Mountain State.

With steady growth in wildlife populations and the popularity of shooting sports, there is a corresponding growth in the need for convenient, comfortable and safe shooting ranges. The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has constructed the public ranges listed in this brochure. Additional ranges are planned for construction as sites become available.

Your use of these facilities is encouraged. Please respect them and abide by the safety rules posted at each range.

Physically challeneged shooting bench

Wallback Wildlife Management Area

For more information

District 1P.O. Box 99 Farmington, WV 26571 (304) 825-6787 Fax: (304) 825-6270

District 21 Depot Street Romney, WV 26757 (304) 822-3551 Fax: (304) 822-7331

District 3P.O. Box 38 French Creek, WV 26218 (304) 924-6211 Fax: (304) 924-6781

District 42006 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, WV 25801-8320 (304) 256-6947 Fax: (304) 256-6814

District 51103 Wildlife Road Pt. Pleasant, WV 25550 (304) 675-0871 Fax: (304) 675-0872

District 62311 Ohio Avenue Parkersburg, WV 26101 (304) 420-4550 Fax: (304) 420-4554

By virtue of the authority granted the Director of the Division of Natural Resources by Article 1, Section 7, Chapter 20 of the official Code of West Virginia, 1961 as amended, the following rules and regulations shall govern use of all public shooting ranges administered by the Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section.

1. Hours of operation are posted at the entrance to each range. No person may use the range except during posted hours. Range may be temporarily closed by the District Wildlife Biologist or the WMA Wildlife Manager.

2. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

3. Glass or metal containers can not be used as targets. Only paper, clay, or metal silhouette targets may be used without prior approval; others must be approved by District Wildlife Biologist or WMA Wildlife Manager.

4. After use, all targets must be removed from the range or disposed of in containers provided at the range.

5. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. No person may handle a weapon while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or other drug.

6. No one under 16 years of age, unless they possess a valid WV hunting license, may use the range unless directly supervised by an adult (18 years of age or older).

7. All firearms must be unloaded and firearm handling must cease while any person is forward of the firing line.

8. Firearms may be loaded and discharged only at established shooting stations.

9. Firing line is defined as the line directly in front of and parallel to the shooting benches.

10. No person may move forward of the firing line until all firing has ceased, all users have acknowledged an “all clear” command, and all firearms have been unloaded and placed on the shooting benches.

11. Firearms must be pointed downrange at all times.

12. Use of fully automatic firearms is prohibited unless authorized by the District Wildlife Biologist.

Any person violating any of these rules and regulations shall be punished in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20 of the Code of West Virginia and such other laws as may be applicable.

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It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status.

10M 8/07

Game Management Wildlife ResourcesWest Virginia Division of Natural Resources

324 Fourth Avenue South Charleston, WV 25303

(304) 558-2771 Fax: (304) 558-3147

Shooting Ranges

Money used to build, manage and operate these shooting ranges is derived from the sale of West Virginia fishing, hunting and

trapping licenses, and Conservation Stamps. No general tax revenues are used for these structures.

www.wvdnr.gov

WVDNR WILDLIFE RESOURCES SECTION

Shooting Safety Firearms …

1. Treat every firearm with the same respect due a loaded firearm.

2. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm being used.

3. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

4. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

5. Use the correct ammunition.

6. Do not rely on the gun’s safety − do not finger the trigger until ready to shoot.

7. Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions before shooting.

8. Be sure of the target and what is beyond it.

9. If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle it with care.

10. Unload firearms when not in use. Leave the actions open.

11. Store firearms and ammunition separately.

12. Do not alter or modify guns.

13. Have guns serviced regularly.

Bows and Arrows …1. Be careful when handling, storing or sharpening

broadheads.

2. Use a bow stringer.

3. Never walk with a nocked arrow.

4. Nock arrows only when getting ready to shoot.

5. Be sure of a safe path from the arrow to the target.

6. Never shoot straight up.

7. Place arrows in a covered quiver.

8. Check your equipment often. Replace worn bow strings and throw away damaged arrows.

Rules and Regulations

West Virginians are proud of their firearms heritage. From the early settlers with matchlock and flintlock rifles to today’s sportsmen and women with modern centerfire sporting rifles, West Virginians have kept the shooting sports an important component of outdoor recreation in the Mountain State.

With steady growth in wildlife populations and the popularity of shooting sports, there is a corresponding growth in the need for convenient, comfortable and safe shooting ranges. The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has constructed the public ranges listed in this brochure. Additional ranges are planned for construction as sites become available.

Your use of these facilities is encouraged. Please respect them and abide by the safety rules posted at each range.

Physically challeneged shooting bench

Wallback Wildlife Management Area

For more information

District 1P.O. Box 99 Farmington, WV 26571 (304) 825-6787 Fax: (304) 825-6270

District 21 Depot Street Romney, WV 26757 (304) 822-3551 Fax: (304) 822-7331

District 3P.O. Box 38 French Creek, WV 26218 (304) 924-6211 Fax: (304) 924-6781

District 42006 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, WV 25801-8320 (304) 256-6947 Fax: (304) 256-6814

District 51103 Wildlife Road Pt. Pleasant, WV 25550 (304) 675-0871 Fax: (304) 675-0872

District 62311 Ohio Avenue Parkersburg, WV 26101 (304) 420-4550 Fax: (304) 420-4554

By virtue of the authority granted the Director of the Division of Natural Resources by Article 1, Section 7, Chapter 20 of the official Code of West Virginia, 1961 as amended, the following rules and regulations shall govern use of all public shooting ranges administered by the Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section.

1. Hours of operation are posted at the entrance to each range. No person may use the range except during posted hours. Range may be temporarily closed by the District Wildlife Biologist or the WMA Wildlife Manager.

2. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

3. Glass or metal containers can not be used as targets. Only paper, clay, or metal silhouette targets may be used without prior approval; others must be approved by District Wildlife Biologist or WMA Wildlife Manager.

4. After use, all targets must be removed from the range or disposed of in containers provided at the range.

5. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. No person may handle a weapon while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or other drug.

6. No one under 16 years of age, unless they possess a valid WV hunting license, may use the range unless directly supervised by an adult (18 years of age or older).

7. All firearms must be unloaded and firearm handling must cease while any person is forward of the firing line.

8. Firearms may be loaded and discharged only at established shooting stations.

9. Firing line is defined as the line directly in front of and parallel to the shooting benches.

10. No person may move forward of the firing line until all firing has ceased, all users have acknowledged an “all clear” command, and all firearms have been unloaded and placed on the shooting benches.

11. Firearms must be pointed downrange at all times.

12. Use of fully automatic firearms is prohibited unless authorized by the District Wildlife Biologist.

Any person violating any of these rules and regulations shall be punished in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20 of the Code of West Virginia and such other laws as may be applicable.

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This indicates a physically challenged shooting bench is available.

Users may need assistance in placing and retrieving targets.

District 1

District 2 7. Brandywine

Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Pendleton County − Shenandoah Wildlife Management Area in the George Washington National Forest. Can be reached by traveling one and one-quarter miles off U.S. Route 33 to U.S. Forest Service Route 151.

8. Sleepy Creek WMAOutdoor range: 200-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Berkeley County − Third Hill Mountain Road off county Route 826, one and one-half miles north of county Route 7/13.

District 5 18. Beech Fork WMA

Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Wayne County − on county Route 17 behind the WMA maintenance building on Miller’s Fork.

19. Big Ugly WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with no shelter or benches.

Location: Lincoln County − on Delta Route 11 above the office.

20. Chief Cornstalk WMA Outdoor range: 200-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Mason County − on county Route 40 (Cornstalk Road) off U.S. Route 35 near Beech Hill (follow the WMA signs).

21. Fork Creek WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Boone County − approximately three miles northwest of Nellis on county Route 802.

22. Kanawha State Forest Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with 11 covered shooting benches.

Location: Kanawha County − seven miles south of Charleston on Davis Creek just off county Route 23.

23. McClintic WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Mason County − north of Point Pleasant on state Route 62. Turn onto Potter’s Creek Road (county Road 11), drive approximately one and three-quarter miles to parking lot.

District 6 24. Conaway Run Lake WMA

Outdoor range: 150-yard maximum backstop distance with three covered shooting benches.

Location: Tyler County − southeast of Middlebourne on county Route 18.

25. ElizabethOutdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with five covered shooting benches.

Location: Wirt County − approximately one-half mile south of Elizabeth on county Route 1 (Tuckers Creek Road).

26. Frozen Camp WMA Outdoor range: 200-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Jackson County − about seven miles east of Ripley on state Route 33. Then approximately two and one-half miles off Route 33 on county Route 28.

27. GlenvilleOutdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with seven covered shooting benches.

Pistol/rimfire range: 50-yard with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Gilmer County − one mile north of Glenville off of state Route 5 on state Route 35/15 (Sycamore Run Road) near the Gilmer County Recreation Center.

28. Mountwood County Park Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum

backstop distance with four covered shooting benches.

Location: Wood County − about 12 miles east of Parkersburg. Accessible from U.S. Route 50 via county Route 5.

District 4 13. Bluestone WMA

Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Summers County − county Route 33/2 at Indian Mills.

14. Montgomery Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Fayette County − south of Montgomery off state Route 61 on county Route 6/10 (Morris Drive) approximately one mile.

15. Panther State ForestOutdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with five covered shooting benches.

Location: McDowell County − from the town of Panther, take county Routes 3/1 and 3/2. The range is situated approximately one and one-half miles past park headquarters.

16. Plum Orchard Lake WMA Outdoor range: 175-yard maximum backstop

distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Fayette County − exit the West Virginia Turnpike (I-77) at the Pax or Mossy interchange and follow state Routes 23 and 23/1. From U.S. Route 19, take state Route 15 from Oak Hill to Mossy, then state Routes 23 and 23/1.

17. R.D. Bailey WMA Outdoor range: 200-yard maximum backstop

distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Wyoming County − on Moccasin Creek off state Route 97 about six miles east of U.S. Route 52 and two miles west of Baileysville.

4. Pedlar WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches

Location: Monongalia County − take I-79 exit 155 and turn east on county Route 19/24 toward Morgantown. Turn left onto state Route 7 and follow for approximately seven miles. Shooting range is at Mason Lake on the left of state Route 7 about a one-half mile past Core.

5. Pleasant Creek WMA Outdoor range: 200-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Barbour County − six miles north of Philippi off U.S. Routes 119/250 on county Route 10 (Pleasant Creek Road) approximately one-half mile.

6. White Horse CenterOutdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with 10 covered shooting benches. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Under lease to the West Virginia Rifle and Pistol Association.

Location: Barbour County − approximately 10 miles north of Buckhannon off of state Route 20 on state Route 20/3 (Crouse Road) south of Peeltree.

District 3 9. Elk River WMA − Spruce Fork

Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Braxton County − five miles south of Sutton on old U.S. Route 19 and three miles east on county Route 17.

10. Elk River WMA − Airport Outdoor range: 175-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Braxton County − on state Route 15 across from the Braxton County Airport.

11. Stonewall Jackson Lake WMA Outdoor range: 300-yard maximum backstop

distance with 10 covered shooting benches.

Location: Lewis County − just off U.S. Route 19, three miles east of Interstate 79 from exit 91.

12. Wallback WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with eight covered shooting benches.

Location: Clay County − I-79 exit 34, turn right on state Route 36 for approximately one-quarter mile, turn left onto county Route 34 (Summers Fork Road), go approximately one-quarter mile and turn left at county Route 36/21 and follow signs to range.

1. Hillcrest WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with seven covered shooting benches.

Location: Hancock County − on county Route 14 (Middle Run Road), approximately one mile north of intersection with county Road 18 (Gas Valley Road).

2. Lewis Wetzel WMA Outdoor range: 100-yard maximum backstop

distance with six covered shooting benches.

Location: Wetzel County − county Route 82 (Buffalo Run Road) four miles south of Jacksonburg.

3. Moundsville Indoor range: Eight 50-foot shooting stations.

Only .22 caliber rifles and handguns can be used. Handgun shooters must use only straight-walled cases and all-lead bullets.

Indoor archery range: 35-foot maximum backstop distance

Location: Marshall County − Moundsville on 12th Street, one mile east of state Route 2 in Valley Fork Park. The range is located in the large stone building in the park and is operated by the Moundsville Rifle and Pistol Club. Open to public during limited hours.

McClintic Wildlife Management Area

Notes

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It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status.

10M 8/07

Game Management Wildlife ResourcesWest Virginia Division of Natural Resources

324 Fourth Avenue South Charleston, WV 25303

(304) 558-2771 Fax: (304) 558-3147

Shooting Ranges

Money used to build, manage and operate these shooting ranges is derived from the sale of West Virginia fishing, hunting and

trapping licenses, and Conservation Stamps. No general tax revenues are used for these structures.

www.wvdnr.gov

WVDNR WILDLIFE RESOURCES SECTION

Shooting Safety Firearms …

1. Treat every firearm with the same respect due a loaded firearm.

2. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm being used.

3. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

4. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

5. Use the correct ammunition.

6. Do not rely on the gun’s safety − do not finger the trigger until ready to shoot.

7. Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions before shooting.

8. Be sure of the target and what is beyond it.

9. If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle it with care.

10. Unload firearms when not in use. Leave the actions open.

11. Store firearms and ammunition separately.

12. Do not alter or modify guns.

13. Have guns serviced regularly.

Bows and Arrows …1. Be careful when handling, storing or sharpening

broadheads.

2. Use a bow stringer.

3. Never walk with a nocked arrow.

4. Nock arrows only when getting ready to shoot.

5. Be sure of a safe path from the arrow to the target.

6. Never shoot straight up.

7. Place arrows in a covered quiver.

8. Check your equipment often. Replace worn bow strings and throw away damaged arrows.

Rules and Regulations

West Virginians are proud of their firearms heritage. From the early settlers with matchlock and flintlock rifles to today’s sportsmen and women with modern centerfire sporting rifles, West Virginians have kept the shooting sports an important component of outdoor recreation in the Mountain State.

With steady growth in wildlife populations and the popularity of shooting sports, there is a corresponding growth in the need for convenient, comfortable and safe shooting ranges. The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has constructed the public ranges listed in this brochure. Additional ranges are planned for construction as sites become available.

Your use of these facilities is encouraged. Please respect them and abide by the safety rules posted at each range.

Physically challeneged shooting bench

Wallback Wildlife Management Area

For more information

District 1P.O. Box 99 Farmington, WV 26571 (304) 825-6787 Fax: (304) 825-6270

District 21 Depot Street Romney, WV 26757 (304) 822-3551 Fax: (304) 822-7331

District 3P.O. Box 38 French Creek, WV 26218 (304) 924-6211 Fax: (304) 924-6781

District 42006 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, WV 25801-8320 (304) 256-6947 Fax: (304) 256-6814

District 51103 Wildlife Road Pt. Pleasant, WV 25550 (304) 675-0871 Fax: (304) 675-0872

District 62311 Ohio Avenue Parkersburg, WV 26101 (304) 420-4550 Fax: (304) 420-4554

By virtue of the authority granted the Director of the Division of Natural Resources by Article 1, Section 7, Chapter 20 of the official Code of West Virginia, 1961 as amended, the following rules and regulations shall govern use of all public shooting ranges administered by the Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section.

1. Hours of operation are posted at the entrance to each range. No person may use the range except during posted hours. Range may be temporarily closed by the District Wildlife Biologist or the WMA Wildlife Manager.

2. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

3. Glass or metal containers can not be used as targets. Only paper, clay, or metal silhouette targets may be used without prior approval; others must be approved by District Wildlife Biologist or WMA Wildlife Manager.

4. After use, all targets must be removed from the range or disposed of in containers provided at the range.

5. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. No person may handle a weapon while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or other drug.

6. No one under 16 years of age, unless they possess a valid WV hunting license, may use the range unless directly supervised by an adult (18 years of age or older).

7. All firearms must be unloaded and firearm handling must cease while any person is forward of the firing line.

8. Firearms may be loaded and discharged only at established shooting stations.

9. Firing line is defined as the line directly in front of and parallel to the shooting benches.

10. No person may move forward of the firing line until all firing has ceased, all users have acknowledged an “all clear” command, and all firearms have been unloaded and placed on the shooting benches.

11. Firearms must be pointed downrange at all times.

12. Use of fully automatic firearms is prohibited unless authorized by the District Wildlife Biologist.

Any person violating any of these rules and regulations shall be punished in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20 of the Code of West Virginia and such other laws as may be applicable.