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Whatcom County Parks COVID-19 Updates
Whether you want to learn the basics of firearm safety or you are looking to learn more about precision shooting, signup for one of our Saturday evening classes. Details and class times are below. Click the link under each class name to register.
| *New* Home Firearm Safety Class $35 |
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This four hour single session class is focused on safe gun handling and teaches students the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for safe storage of firearms and ammunition in the home. It is a hands-on, non-live fire class that will be conducted in the classroom. Do not bring firearms to this class. ALL participants must be age 21 or older.
Notice:
In 2018, the citizens of Washington passed Initiative 1639 which requires certain training for gun owners in Washington State. These training requirements have not yet been fully developed. As such, this class has not been designed to meet the requirements of Initiative 1639.
Single-session evening class, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Saturday, January 18, 2020
- Saturday, March 21, 2020
- Saturday, May 16, 2020
- Saturday, July 25, 2020
- Saturday, September 19, 2020
- Saturday, November 21, 2020
| Basic Pistol Safety & Shooting Skills Class $35 |
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This single-session class provides an overview of safe firearms handling and operation, a review of pertinent laws, and basic marksmanship. Instruction is provided through a combination of classroom and indoor range fire line activities. You can bring your own handgun and ammunition (50 rounds Total Metal Jacket / Center fire) for the class. Firearms are also available to rent and ammunition is for sale at the range. Must be 21 years or older.
Single-session evening class, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Saturday, March 7, 2020
- Saturday, April 25, 2020
- Saturday, July 18, 2020
- Saturday, October 3, 2020
- Saturday, December 12, 2020
| Pistol Marksmanship Class $35 |
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This single-session class is designed for the recreational shooter who wishes to learn more about precision shooting. Prior shooting experience is required for this class. This class includes one and a half hours of classroom instruction and one and a half hours on the shooting range. Participant skill levels and confidence will significantly increase with your newly acquired techniques. You can bring your own handgun and ammunition (100 rounds Total Metal Jacket / center fire) for the class. Firearms are also available to rent and ammunition is for sale at the range. Must be 21 years or older.
Single-session evening class, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Saturday, May 2, 2020
- Saturday, October 17, 2020
| Women’s Handgun Class $35 |
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This single-session class provides an overview of basic handgun operation, safe firearms handling, selecting the right ammunition, and an overview of pertinent laws. This class includes two hours of classroom instruction and one hour on the shooting range. You can bring your own handgun and ammunition (50 rounds Total Metal Jacket / Center fire) for the class. Firearms are also available to rent and ammunition is for sale at the range. Must be 21 years or older.
Single-session evening class, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Saturday, January 25, 2020
- Saturday, April 11, 2020
- Saturday, May 23, 2020
- Saturday, November 14, 2020
Please contact the Plantation Rifle Range at (360)676-9770 for more information
*Targets, ear and eye protection, and ammunition are for sale at the range
Plantation Rifle Range
Phone:
360.676.9770Located at:
5102 Samish WayBellingham, WA
Regional Parks Supervisor:
Ryan Laureau
The High Power Rifle Range has 15 covered firing points with distances to 300 yards. Sturdy shooting benches with adjustable gun rests and sandbags are provided. Spotting scopes are available to rent for a nominal fee, as well as a chronograph. Targets are available but not ammunition for center fires.
The Trap Field has an automatic trap available. 12 and 20 gauge shotgun ammunition can be purchased.
| Targets, ear and eye protection, and ammunition are for sale at the Range |
The Indoor Pistol and Smallbore Rifle Range has12 firing points with electric target carriers with a maximum indoor distance of 25 yards. Ammunition for use on the indoor range, except for .22 Rimfire, must be either Total Metal Jacket (TMJ), Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP), or other closed-base jacketed bullets.
The outdoor Pistol and Smallbore Rifle Range has 12 covered firing points with a maximum distance of 100 yards. A meeting/classroom area is available adjoining the Range. Seating Capacity is 35 persons.
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| .22 Pistol (using long-rifle ammo) | ||||
| Browning Buck Mark 5" Bull-Barrel semi-auto | |
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| Smith & Wesson 22A semi-auto | |
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| Smith & Wesson 63 6-shot revolver | |
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| Smith & Wesson 617 10-shot revolver | ||||
| Ruger SR22 (in pink) | ||||
| 380 | ||||
| Glock 42 | |
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| .38 Special | ||||
| Smith & Wesson 66 (.357 using .38) | |
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| 9 mm | ||||
| Glock 17 | |
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| Glock 19 | |
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| SIG Sauer P226 | |
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| H & K USP | |
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| Beretta M9 | |
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| Beretta Px4 D (2 each double-action trigger) | |
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| Smith & Wesson M&P | |
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| .40 S & W | ||||
| Beretta 96 | |
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| Glock 22 | |
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| Glock 23 | |
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| Springfield XD | |
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| .45 ACP | ||||
| Glock 21 | |
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| Kimber 1911 Custom II | |
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| Rifles (all bolt-action and .22 long rifle; sights may be metallic, electronic or scope) |
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| CZ 452 (full-size stock) | |
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| CZ Scout (youth stock length) | |
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| Browning T-Bolt (intermediate length) | |
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| Marlin 2000 (full-size stock) | |
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| Winchester 67 (youth length) | |
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| Targets, ear and eye protection, and ammunition are for sale at the range. |
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For Everyone's Safety and Enjoyment at the Plantation Rifle Range
Please Observe the Following Rules
- All firearms must be unloaded and actions open except while firing, or secured in a holster or carrying case.
- Shooters must register with the Ranger Officer prior to going on the firing line.
- The Range Officer has the right to refuse the use of Range facilities for violations of the rules or firearms safety.
- Unregistered guests and/or registered users who are not actively using the assigned firing point(s) for shooting or coaching/instruction must stay out of the Pistol and Smallbore Rifle Range yellow paint areas, or behind the benches of the Highpower Rifle Range. Visitors must stay behind the yellow painted areas or benches at all times.
- While on a firing line, registered shooters and unregistered coaches must keep themselves, their equipment and their possessions within the assigned firing point(s) and must avoid disrupting or interfering with other users.
- No rapid firing, drawing from holster or instinctive shooting is allowed.
- In case of malfunction of firearm or ammunition leave the firearm on the bench, muzzle point downrange, and notify the Range Officer immediately.
- Notify the Range Officer of unsafe conduct.
- No other targets may be used except those posted and/or assigned by the Range Officer.
- Keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times (defined as downrange or upward).
- Firearms not in use should be placed in gun racks with actions open or secured in carrying/transportation cases.
- Eye and ear protection should be worn while on firing lines.
- Shooters will clean up their firing point(s) when finished.
- Persons using or under the influence of drugs or alcohol are not allowed on the Range.
- When a cease fire has been called place firearms on the benches or in racks, unloaded, actions open; step back from the firing line and do not handle firearms during the cease fire.
- No one is permitted in front of the firing lines without permission from the Range Officer.
- Age Guidelines
- Children under the age of 10 are not allowed to shoot.
- Rifle shooters 10 - 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Rifle shooters over 18 can shoot independently.
- Handgun shooters must be 21 years old or older.
We understand that sometimes plans need to change. If you need to cancel your class 7 days or more in advance you will receive a full refund minus $10 per participant, per class. If you cancel 6 days or less the fees are non-refundable.
Plantation Rifle Range Fees
| Fee Description | Whatcom County Resident Fee | Non-Whatcom County Resident Fee | Specifics |
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| Range Fees | |||
| Season Tickets: | $180.00 | $200.00 | Per Person |
| Range Fees - General: | $11.00 | $12.00 | Per Person, Per Range, Per Visit |
| Range Fees - Trap: | $7.00 | $8.00 | One Round (25 targets) |
| Youth Range Fees (10-16 years old with an adult): | $5.00 | $5.00 | Per Youth |
Equipment Rental | |||
| Adult Firearm Rental: | $7.00 | Per Use (Does Not Include Ammunition) | |
| Junior Firearm Rental (Rifle): | $3.00 | Per Use (Does Not Include Ammunition) | |
| Chronograph: | $5.00 | Per Day | |
| Spotting Scope: | $2.00 | Per Day | |
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| Ammunition: | Varies | ||
| Safety Glasses: | $3.00 | Each (Clear, Amber or Tinted) | |
| Earplugs: | $.50 | Per Pair | |
| Targets: | $1.00 | Per Target | |
| *All Fees Are Subject to Change | |||
The Plantation Rifle Range opened in 1971 with a 300 yard outdoor range. Since that time an indoor/outdoor small-bore rifle and pistol range, trap range and classroom have been added. The Plantation Rifle Range serves as a focal point for public and law enforcement shooting and training activities for the greater Whatcom / Skagit County area.