Where can I shoot while moving/rapid fire near Baltimore?

Miguel · Apr 14, 2021

Hello,

I'm looking for a range where I can shoot while moving as well as shoot rapidly without bothering anyone. I would be using .223/5.56 and 9mm. I believe delmarva sporting clays allows this but that is a very far drive. I see that AGC has shooting bays, do they allow this kind of shooting or are their bays only for events? Any recommendations? Thank you.

Bikebreath · Apr 14, 2021

I would get involved with the action shooting sports, IDPA, USPSA and to use the AR you want 3-gun.

brianns · Apr 14, 2021

Find an Associated Gun Clubs affiliated club and work your way into their 3 gun and/ or combat pistol matches.

Homesick Texan · Apr 14, 2021

brianns said:
Find an Associated Gun Clubs affiliated club and work your way into their 3 gun and/ or combat pistol matches.

Great idea but how can someone who has never competed in a match get good quality training and lessons? It appears (could be wrong, as my wife often tells me) but the ACG doesn't allow for private practice.

MEGARMS · Apr 14, 2021

GradyMcGuire said:
Great idea but how can someone who has never competed in a match get good quality training and lessons? It appears (could be wrong, as my wife often tells me) but the ACG doesn't allow for private practice.

This is correct. Try Thurmont or York IWLA.

spoon059 · Apr 14, 2021

Most anywhere in west Baltimore should be okay.

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fred55 · Apr 14, 2021

spoon059 said:
Most anywhere in west Baltimore should be okay.

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fred55

csxt602 · Apr 14, 2021

spoon059 said:
Most anywhere in west Baltimore should be okay.

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Thank you for that! I literally just spit my Sloppy Joe across the table.

4g64loser · Apr 14, 2021

For those new to the games, consider showing up on match day and embedding with a squad. Spend the day helping paste targets and maybe learn to run the timer or scoring device. You will see how things work, make new friends, and be much better able to decide if that game is for you.

MaierApril · Apr 14, 2021

GradyMcGuire said:
Great idea but how can someone who has never competed in a match get good quality training and lessons? It appears (could be wrong, as my wife often tells me) but the ACG doesn't allow for private practice.

As far as AGC is concerned, you can always learn as you go. The matches are extremely chill with no real pressure. Go in with a positive attitude and an open mind, and people in your group will usually be more than happy to give you guidance.

I started knowing nothing other than shooting at stationary ranges and placed near the bottom at the end of the day. Had a ton of fun, learned a lot, made new friends, and eventually got better (just a little).

TheOriginalMexicanBob · Apr 14, 2021

It can be done for real in the city.

Blacksmith101 · Apr 14, 2021

TheOriginalMexicanBob said:
It can be done for real in the city.

And they may shoot back. Extra realism! :innocent0

Bountied · Apr 14, 2021

TheOriginalMexicanBob said:
It can be done for real in the city.

Thinking the same thing... go down to Edmonson near Gwynn Falls park and ask for directions.

dontpanic · Apr 14, 2021

York IWLA

Homesick Texan · Apr 15, 2021

Great suggestions and couple funny comments. Thanks!!

MEGARMS · Apr 15, 2021

I went back and reread your objective and experience level. To be honest, you are not going to find a public/private range that is going to allow for you to set up and practice on your own for any sort of "running & gunning" with your level of experience. The best thing to do is just participate in some club matches (like we have at the AGC) and learn as you go.

I get this question emailed to me quite often and my recommendation is always the same. Get yourself a gun specific holster, 3 or more magazines, about 150 rounds of ammo (more if you miss a lot), and register for our next Falling Steel match (first weekend of every month).

This is a static event (no running around), single gun event that is perfect for the first time competitor. It is easy, fun, and there are lots of experienced folks there to help you out. The addition of a timer and spectators adds just enough pressure to make things interesting for the first time competitor, but in time you will come to learn to tune those out as nobody really cares how you shoot (as long as you keep the muzzle pointed in the right direction and your finger off the trigger until you have a sight picture).

Check out our youtube.com channel for some examples of what Falling Steel is and is not.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3-Iw3ctUi6VzMDoG85r2dWPxGpIdAzS

The next match is Sunday May 2 and registration opens this Sunday morning at 8. You can register by clicking on the link below.

https://practiscore.com/agc-falling-steel-5-3-21-dashboard/register

I have also attached the rule sets that we use to govern this match.

You can send any questions you might have to matchdirector@agcrange.org and one of us will get back to you relatively quickly.

slsc98 · Apr 15, 2021

4g64loser said:
For those new to the games, consider showing up on match day and embedding with a squad. Spend the day helping paste targets and maybe learn to run the timer or scoring device. You will see how things work, make new friends, and be much better able to decide if that game is for you.

^Excellent advice^ although, like “the secret” to a flat belly, all-too-often not followed .... and I would add ^its a great, often THE, way to find places to run n gun ...

Docster · Apr 15, 2021

There's always Baltimore's west side. No range fees, realistic training....

hogarth · Apr 15, 2021

Crawl. Walk. Run. If you lack experience and training, why are you looking to "run and gun"?

Take the advice offered by MEGARMS and others. Get involved in action shooting sports.

I would add: pay for some training from someone who knows what they're doing. If you need some recommendations, I or others can point you in good directions.

Mr. Ed · Apr 15, 2021

MLK Blvd. Sorry, I can't help myself.

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