High Power Rifle

The Eccles High Power Range, dedicated in memory of Nancy Eccles, is a 100-yard rifle range with six shooting positions. Limited shooting of shotguns (slugs only) and pistols is also allowed, but please review the Range Rules for restrictions.

In addition to a good deal of informal usage, the Eccles Range hosts a number of matches and other scheduled events throughout the month. Details can be found in the Calendar and the SCORE newsletter. These matches are:

The range also hosts training and educational events such as Maryland DNR Shooter Qualifications.

Shot Log

We’re happy to see that many shooters are filling out the shot log. Thank you and Bravo Zulu!

Remember, there’s no need for your name or firearm type. Just record the date, number of rounds, and weight or caliber. If shooting multiple firearms in one session, please make an entry for each different caliber or projectile weight.

Safety Reminders

The Eccles Range requires that all firearms (other than muzzle-loaders) have an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) (also known as an Open Bolt Indicator or Chamber Flag) properly inserted when entering or exiting the range. If you don’t have proper ECIs for your firearms, they are inexpensive and readily available. In the meanwhile, you can easily make an ECI from a zip tie or a length of plastic cord from a string trimmer/weed whacker. Simply put the tip of the zip tie into the ratcheting tail and pull to make a loop at the end, large enough that it won’t fall into your receiver. Alternately, cut off a length of weed whacker cord that is long enough to allow for a loop to be knotted so the cord won’t drop into the receiver.

When entering the range with an uncased firearm, you must first determine that there is nobody downrange and that the firing line is hot before entering the pavilion or uncasing a firearm inside the pavilion.

When entering the range with a cased long gun, place the case on the ground or bench with the muzzle downrange. Make sure there is nobody downrange and that the firing line is hot before opening the case. If you are not sure which direction the muzzle is pointed, look into the bag or case without handling the firearm and re-orient the case if necessary. Once the muzzle is pointed safely downrange, open the case and rack the firearm. Mark the muzzle end of your case to prevent any confusion when opening the case.

Upcoming High Power Events

Mar
30
Sat
10:00 Very Vintage Rifle Match (Single... @ AAF&G Eccles Rifle Range
Very Vintage Rifle Match (Single... @ AAF&G Eccles Rifle Range
Mar 30 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Very Vintage Rifle Match (Single Shot) @ AAF&G Eccles Rifle Range
Match details are available here.
Apr
6
Sat
10:00 Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Apr 6 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Match details are available here.
Apr
14
Sun
09:00 National Rifle League NRL22 @ AAF&G High Power
National Rifle League NRL22 @ AAF&G High Power
Apr 14 @ 09:00 – 14:00
National Rifle League NRL22 @ AAF&G High Power
Rules, FAQs, and course of fire available at National Rifle League website.  Arrival, check-in, and setup 9AM; match briefing at 9:45AM.  Match fee is $7 for AAF&G members, $10 for non-members.
Apr
20
Sat
10:00 Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Apr 20 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Military Style Rifle Match @ AAF&G Eccles High Power Rifle Range
Match details are available here.