Range Rules

General Safety

1. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded at all times, regardless of whether you believe it to be unloaded.
2. Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy. Muzzles must always be pointed downrange.
3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on target and you have made the decision to shoot.
4. Know your target and what is beyond it. Be certain of your target before pulling the trigger.
5. Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times on the range — no exceptions.
6. All shooters must sign a liability waiver before using the range. First-time visitors must complete this before entering range areas.

Range Conduct

1. Only one shooter per lane unless additional shooters have paid and checked in at the counter.
2. Rapid fire is permitted at Saddle River Range. We welcome dynamic shooting — many of our guests choose us specifically because we allow rapid fire.
3. Firearms must remain unloaded and in a case or holster until you are at your assigned lane and ready to shoot.
4. Firearms must be unloaded when leaving the range area — except for licensed concealed carriers who may re-holster a loaded firearm at the lane before exiting.
5. Shooters must remain in their assigned lane at all times. Do not reach into or shoot across adjacent lanes.
6. Ceasefire immediately when instructed by range staff. All RSO commands must be followed without question.
7. No alcohol or drugs before or during range use. Anyone appearing impaired will be removed immediately.

Targets

1. Only paper targets are permitted on our ranges. Targets must be hung on the provided target holders.
2. No glass, cans, bottles, or hard objects of any kind may be used as targets.
3. Targets depicting real people or offensive imagery are not permitted.
4. Shoot only at your own target. Do not shoot at range equipment, target carriers, or the range structure.
5. Maximum distance is 25 yards on all standard lanes. Private suites may have different configurations.

Age Requirements

1. Shooters must be 18 years or older to shoot without a parent or legal guardian present.
2. Shooters must be 21 years or older to rent handguns from our rental fleet.
3. Minors may shoot with a parent or legal guardian present at all times. The adult is responsible for the minor's safety and conduct.
4. Minimum age is 10 years old to shoot on the range with parental supervision.

Holster & Draw

1. Drawing from a holster is permitted only after completing a Holster Qualification with a Range Safety Officer.
2. Holster qualification is a brief RSO-conducted assessment. Ask at the front counter to schedule.
3. Only retention holsters or quality kydex/leather holsters are permitted. Soft holsters and bags are not permitted for drawing practice.

Malfunctions & Emergencies

1. If you experience a malfunction, keep the firearm pointed downrange and wait 30 seconds before attempting to clear it.
2. For a squib load (reduced report, felt resistance) — stop immediately, keep muzzle downrange, and call for RSO assistance.
3. In case of emergency, call a ceasefire and alert range staff immediately.
4. If you hear "Ceasefire" — stop shooting immediately, unload, and wait for RSO instructions.

Ammunition Policy

Permitted

• Factory manufactured ammunition
• All standard handgun calibers
• Rifle calibers up to .300 Win Mag
• Shotgun — slugs and buckshot only
• Lead and jacketed projectiles
• Hollow point ammunition

Prohibited

• Steel core / armor-piercing rounds
• Tracer ammunition
• Incendiary rounds
• Explosive projectiles
• Shotgun birdshot (on range lanes)
• Damaged or reloaded ammunition (without RSO approval)

Bring Your Own

• You may bring your own factory ammo
• Ammunition also available for purchase in our store
• RSO may inspect ammunition at any time

Questions?

• If unsure whether your ammo is permitted, ask at the front counter before going to your lane
• Call us at 936-271-2620 before your visit