We're building a small range at home soon and need some inspiration. Land is mostly flat so a berm is a must. Does anyone here have a small, backyard range or have ideas as to how to build the berm so it doesn't look like a pile of dirt?
Do you have (or have access to) a loader? One thing to keep in mind is that your berm will require periodic maintenance. Bullet impacts accelerate what nature will do on its own - turn your mountain into a molehill. Heavy volume or fire will accelerate your required maintenance frequency.
Other advice: Never underestimate risks (shoot-through, shoot-over, or improbable ricochet). Orient away from homes, all the way out to max range if possible. Even if you're sure safety is not impacted, it's the neighborly thing to do. Remember, some day your range will be visible on Google Earth ...
Yes sir I've got a tractor with a loader. How tall are your berms?
I've got the layout so that I'm as far away from neighbors homes as I can be. They're all shooters, too, and know what I'm building and where it will be. They may be more excited than I am. I've got a safe direction laid out. That along with a nice, tall berm should at least minimize the risk.
Yes sir I've got a tractor with a loader. How tall are your berms?
I've got the layout so that I'm as far away from neighbors homes as I can be. They're all shooters, too, and know what I'm building and where it will be. They may be more excited than I am. I've got a safe direction laid out. That along with a nice, tall berm should at least minimize the risk.