Make Sure Everyone Has Fun and Stays Safe

Check out our safety rules before visiting our San Angelo, TX range

General Rules

  • Shooters and spectators must sign in and sign a waiver in the clubhouse before shooting.
  • The San Angelo Claybird Association range is for shotgun use only. Discharge of any other type of firearm is prohibited.
  • Ear and eye protection are required to be worn by shooters and spectators at all times.
  • When not on the shooting station, your gun must be empty and the action left open at all times. Over/under shotguns must be carried in a broke open fashion. 5-Stand shooters must unload and keep the action open when moving between shooting stands.
  • Minors must be under close supervision by a parent or guardian at all times.
  • Shooting or spectating is not allowed if the person is under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
  • Firearms must be in good working condition.
  • Never handle another shooter's gun without permission.
  • Always stay on the designated pathways. No one is allowed in restricted areas or off pathways at any time.
  • No one without a valid driver's license is allowed to operate any kind of motor vehicle, including but not limited to cars, trucks, golf or clay carts, and ATVs.
  • Please do not litter.
  • Please extinguish smoking materials in a safe manner.
  • Please do not solicit.
  • Paying for targets is the shooter's responsibility. Please keep track of the total number of boxes of shells (25 shots) that are shot in each discipline (Trap/Skeet/Sporting/5-Stand) and pay for those rounds before leaving the club.
  • Please report any unsafe conditions to management immediately.

Shooting Rules

  • Gun muzzle must always be pointed either up (when traveling) or down the firing range (when ready to shoot). Never point the muzzle of a firearm at anything you are not willing to harm.
  • Load only when on the designated shooting station and only after the shooting area is secure. If you are not in a station, your gun should not be loaded. Never turn around toward others when on station with a loaded gun.
  • Only one person shoots at a time at the designated shooting station. Backup shooting is not allowed.
  • Never load more than two rounds at a time.
  • Use of any shot size other than 7.5, 8 or 9 is prohibited. Shell size cannot exceed 3 drams of powder, 1 1/8 ounce shot, or shot size larger than 7.5.
  • Unload before leaving the shooting station. Never travel with a loaded gun.
  • Shooters must always unload and yield to workers filling or repairing the traps in the field area. All guns must be unloaded and muzzles pointed up or away from persons. Never push the pull cord buttons that release the targets until the worker has left the field area.
  • Notify management of trap problems. Do not approach trap machines.
  • Never put your finger on the trigger of a firearm until the sights are on the target.
  • Always be sure of your target and what is behind it before firing.
  • Never carry more than two different gauges of ammunition. (i.e., 12 gauge and 20 gauge)
  • Never tighten choke tubes when your gun is loaded.
  • Should you experience an ammunition or gun malfunction, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction until the firearm is rendered safe. If the previous shot did not sound normal, when safe, check your chamber and bore for blockage. Rods are provided at the gun racks to unplug barrels that may have an obstruction after a 'dud' or 'blooper' load.
  • While waiting your turn to shoot, always ensure your position does not infringe upon the other shooter's line of fire or field of view.
  • Practice swings and/or dry pointing at clays, other targets or objects is not permitted unless you are in your designated shooting station.
  • The shooting of any wildlife and/or inanimate objects other than clay targets or the pattern board is strictly forbidden.
  • All shooters must unload and step out of the shooting station when requested to do so by San Angelo Claybird Association staff. SACA reserves the right to deny shooting privileges or access for any unsafe and/or unsportsmanlike conduct. Failure to follow posted rules will result in the shooter's removal from the shooting grounds.
  • Above all, think "SAFETY FIRST AND ALWAYS"! Safety is everyone's responsibility.