Izaak Walton

[rgramjet]

I've been a member of a shooting club in Fairfax for some time now. I go 3-8 tines per year (not nearly enough).

I've heard a lot of great things about our Izaak Walton locations.

Any thoughts or suggestions on getting in or even checking it out?

 

[rgramjet]

PS I'm located in Montgomery County.

 

[coopermania]

You have Bethesda Chevy Chase Chapter in Poolsville ------ BCC chapter issac walton and
Issac Walton Damascus Chapter and The Rockville Chapter.

 

[mcbruzdzinski]

I like the folks at the Izaak Walton Frederick #1

 

[MaxVO2]

Izaak Walton Damascus chapter is full right now and closed to new members. It's a great chapter with nice, clean ranges, privacy, etc... There might be a waiting list still if you wish to apply.

 

[Paige]

Brennan and I are members of the York IWLA. They have an absolutely fantastic group of guys! They weren't the main reason we moved to Shrewsbury, but it was certainly a bonus getting to be only 10 minutes away.

 

[TTMD]

PS I'm located in Montgomery County.

I like the folks at the Izaak Walton Frederick #1

I'm on the board of the Frederick Chapter, and would be more than happy to talk with you about our chapter. Please PM me if you're interested.

There are several chapters in Maryland however, and depending on where you live in Montgomery county, there may be one of more chapters more convenient to you. Here is a link showing all the Maryland chapter locations and websites: https://sites.google.com/site/marylanddivision/chapters

Each chapter has its strong points, and each has its own personality. I encourage you to look through each website, and then reach out to the clubs that you think may be a fit. It's been my experience that most clubs are happy to talk with potential new members and show them around.

Good luck in finding a home at one of our MD Division chapters!

 

[swinokur]

I used to be a member in Rockville (Germantown really). I had some health issues and didn't get there much. No sponsor required. Not as large as some of the others but nice people. It's on Waring Station road right off Clopper Rd.


www.iwla-rockville.org

 

[olebess]

I belong to the Arligton-Fairfax IWLA chapter. I found it equi-distant from where I live (drivetime-wise). My brother belongs there, so it makes sense for me. It's a good range and good folks. Joining requires some sweat equity but isn't too onerous. Good people and solid RSOs. All are willing to help if asked and enjoy conversation. I've learned a lot from the previous generation that shoots there. All that said, I don't get out there (or any range for that matter) as much as if like. Let me know of you have any questions.

 

[rgramjet]

Thanks so much for the responses! I have a feeling IWLA will be a good fit.

 

[JohnnyE]

I used to be a member in Rockville (Germantown really). I had some health issues and didn't get there much. No sponsor required. Not as large as some of the others but nice people. It's on Waring Station road right off Clopper Rd.


www.iwla-rockville.org

I am a Rockville chapter member. Pistol range is first-rate. Eight covered shooting positions. Target positions at 7 through 50 yards. Rifle range is limited, as you can only shoot bench, at 50, 100 and 138 yards.

 

[trailman]

I'm on the board of the Frederick Chapter, and would be more than happy to talk with you about our chapter. Please PM me if you're interested.

There are several chapters in Maryland however, and depending on where you live in Montgomery county, there may be one of more chapters more convenient to you. Here is a link showing all the Maryland chapter locations and websites: https://sites.google.com/site/marylanddivision/chapters

Each chapter has its strong points, and each has its own personality. I encourage you to look through each website, and then reach out to the clubs that you think may be a fit. It's been my experience that most clubs are happy to talk with potential new members and show them around.

Good luck in finding a home at one of our MD Division chapters!

I have a few questions about #1. What are the rules on rapid fire. I hear that there are issues on that at the club and there seems to be conflicting standards at the range. You can't shoot faster than every three seconds unless in a class. Why is that especially if everyone needs to be an NRA RSO to shoot.

Also what are the rules for tactical shoots with black rifles. Are the times when you can move down range to shoot or does all firing have to be done on the line.

What are the rules for drawing from holsters and why since everyone has to pass a test "RSO" to shoot?

In the rules it says you must "qualify" to shoot in the 200 yard lane. Also it denotes certain skills are required. What is the qualification and what are the certain skills required. Why is all this required? Is the lane unsafe?

I see you have tripled the membership fee. What has facilities has the club expanded by that factor to warrant that increase.

 

[ken792]

I'm at the BCC chapter (actually in Poolesville).

http://www.bcciwla.org/

 

[TTMD]

I have a few questions about #1. What are the rules on rapid fire. I hear that there are issues on that at the club and there seems to be conflicting standards at the range. You can't shoot faster than every three seconds unless in a class. Why is that especially if everyone needs to be an NRA RSO to shoot.

Also what are the rules for tactical shoots with black rifles. Are the times when you can move down range to shoot or does all firing have to be done on the line.

What are the rules for drawing from holsters and why since everyone has to pass a test "RSO" to shoot?

In the rules it says you must "qualify" to shoot in the 200 yard lane. Also it denotes certain skills are required. What is the qualification and what are the certain skills required. Why is all this required? Is the lane unsafe?

I see you have tripled the membership fee. What has facilities has the club expanded by that factor to warrant that increase.

Good morning Trailman, and thanks for your interest in the IWLA Frederick Chapter #1! The membership fees for individual and family memberships are $95 & $142.50, respectively.

The regular chapter meeting is tomorrow evening at 7pm. I encaurage you and anyone else interested in the organization to attend so we can meet real time, put faces with names, and address these range SOP-related questions in person with the appropriate members of our chapter leadership.

I look forward to meeting you tomorrow evening!

 

[Broncolou]

Brennan and I are members of the York IWLA. They have an absolutely fantastic group of guys! They weren't the main reason we moved to Shrewsbury, but it was certainly a bonus getting to be only 10 minutes away.

I've been meaning to get up there for months.......

 

[Paige]

I've been meaning to get up there for months.......

There's a match this Sunday. I can't shoot because I hurt my achilles, but I think Brennan will be shooting.

 

[justsand]

Don't forget Mt Airy IWLA we have 300 yard range

 

[trailman]

Good morning Trailman, and thanks for your interest in the IWLA Frederick Chapter #1! The membership fees for individual and family memberships are $95 & $142.50, respectively.

The regular chapter meeting is tomorrow evening at 7pm. I encaurage you and anyone else interested in the organization to attend so we can meet real time, put faces with names, and address these range SOP-related questions in person with the appropriate members of our chapter leadership.

I look forward to meeting you tomorrow evening!

Funny your membership page says $250 and $300, respectively?

 

[TTMD]

Funny your membership page says $250 and $300, respectively?

Look forward to talking with you & other interested people about it real-time at our next meeting. If you're not interested, I'm not sure why you're spending so much time & energy obsessing over our chapter.

 

[trailman]

Look forward to talking with you & other interested people about it real-time at our next meeting. If you're not interested, I'm not sure why you're spending so much time & energy obsessing over our chapter.

Sorry, I was a member there for years before it went downhill. IMO the range is dangerous. The range rules are flippin nuts and you are misleading people about the membership fees.