May is here and we are shooting!

Our LAST Marksmanship Club shoot for the year will be held on Saturday May 13th at the Idaho Sporting Clays located at 5040 Sage Rd, Homedale, Idaho 83628. 

Travel - Since this is further than the Caldwell Gun Club, we will plan to meet at the RMHS parking lot near the Club's Trailer (N.E. Student Lot), then caravan together.  We will meet at the school at 9:00 and leave shortly thereafter. We will plan to arrive at the Idaho Sporting Clays lot at 10:00 - 10:15 for those who know the way. After our safety briefing, we will walk through the shooting course setup and divide into 3-4 groups of 5 shooters. The event takes about 2 hours for a round of 50 shots. (be sure to bring a few extra rounds).

All shooters under 18 years of age will need to have a parent/guardian sign a release waiver when we arrive.  

FOOD - please plan to bring some wonderful and favorite snack to share with the rest of us. (brownies, cookies, chips, soda/water, etc. I will bring a pot of chili and hopefully my BBQ for burgers!!!) 

The Sporting Clay event is a cash/check only business - bring cash to pay for at least 1 round of shooting (thats $17 cash/round of 50). Also, remember lead shot, 7 1/2 - 8.

The Idaho Sporting Clays and Hunting Club is located at 5040 Sage Rd. Homedale, ID. The phone number is (208) 337-4826. You can find it on Google Maps, and if you have never shot sporting clays, I recommend you check out their Facebook or webpage too.

GENERAL FYI STUFF - Range Day Costs: (Idaho Sporting Clays and Hunting Club)

Range fee - $17.00 CASH/round (50+ clay targets per round) NOTE - The Idaho Sporting Clays and Hunting Club only deals in CASH, no credit/debit cards. 

$ - Each student needs to bring at least 2-3 box of ammunition (#7 1/2 - #8 Shot Size) that matches the shotgun you plan to shoot.

Marksmanship Club FAQs

Who is eligible to attend Range activities? In order to participate students must have completed the following:

1. Taken and passed the Idaho Hunter’s Education Course with the Field Day and have been issued a Hunter’s Education Card.
2. Completed the Scholastic Marksmanship Club Application paperwork with parent signature
3. Paid the $30.00 club dues
4. Students under 18 years old will need to attend with an adult/parent.Range Day Costs: (IMPORTANT - CASH ONLY at the Caldwell Gun Club)

• Cost per Round - $3.00 for 25 shot round of clays
• $ - Each student needs to bring at least 2 boxes of shotgun shells (7 ½ - 8 shot size, lead only) Shotgun shells can be found at almost any sporting goods store and run approximately $5-6 per box.
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• Safety protocol for arriving at the range with firearms:

• Make sure all firearms are unloaded prior to travel to the range
• Leave firearms in your vehicle until you receive instruction to take it to the trap area.
• When you arrive, make sure the action of the firearm is open when carrying it to the trap area.

• Attend the range safety briefing before buying your range tickets.

• Food and Drinks: Bring something FUN, we usually set out and share cookies, chili, soda, etc. Everyone bring something fun to share. 

Remember, all students planning on attending Range Events should have completed their Hunters Safety Course and turned in the Club Application Packet.  Students please plan to attend all club meetings at school.  Feel free to contact Mr. Stevenson or Mr. Blaser via email if you have any questions.

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GENERAL FYI STUFF - Range Day Costs: (Idaho Sporting Clays and Hunting Club)

Range fee - $17.00 CASH/round (50+ clay targets per round) NOTE - The Idaho Sporting Clays and Hunting Club only deals in CASH, no credit/debit cards. 

$ - Each student needs to bring at least 2-3 box of ammunition (#7 1/2 - #8 Shot Size) that matches the shotgun you plan to shoot.

Safety protocol for arriving at the range with firearms:

• Make sure all firearms are unloaded prior to travel to the range
• Leave firearms in your vehicle until you receive instruction to take it to the trap area.
• When you arrive, make sure the action of the firearm is open when carrying it to the trap area.
• Attend the range safety briefing before buying your range tickets.
• Eyes and Ears - All students will be required to have eye protection and ear protection at the range. The Club will have loaner protection at the Range.