We apologize for having so many rules. Like you, we don't really care for rules. But your health and safety are our foremost concerns. It is our goal that you enjoy your time with us. Many shooters will be inexperienced. Many will have unsafe habits, or wish to act in ways that adversely affect others or the safe operation of the range. We need to operate the range so that it is safe, healthy, efficient, effective, and pleasant for our guests.To assure these goals are met, we reluctantly present the following rules, and ask that you familiarize yourself with them and follow them when you visit. We believe you will find them reasonable, and less restrictive than most ranges. If there is any doubt or question as to what a rule refers to, or the rationale behind it, please feel free to contact us for more information.

As we are involved in the carrying and firing of firearms, it is critical to behave in a totally civil manner. There is to be no arguing, shouting, threatening, intimidation, pushing, or fighting tolerated. Such behavior may result in expulsion from the range, including permanently, totally at the discretion of the management.

All shooters are required to watch a short safety orientation video and pass a subsequent test prior to shooting. This video is on the website in the multimedia section (click here to access), and can be watched online at your convenience. You can take the test in person on your visit to Allen Arms.

SAFETY RULES

All firearms must be holstered or cased when not on the range. No long arms to be loaded. Only those legally entitled to carry may carry loaded holstered hand guns.

All firearms are subject to inspection by range personnel.

Range officers will caution or expel anyone displaying unsafe handling of a firearm, depending on number and type of behavior. Range personnel may deny access to anyone apparently under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Age: Handgun shooters must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or accompanied by an adult of 21 or over. Shooters under 21 may rent or purchase long guns and buy ammunition for long guns on their own. They may not buy or rent handguns, or buy handgun ammunition on their own, due to federal law, but they may bring their own handguns and ammunition to shoot as that is approved by South Carolina law.

Anyone entering the range must wear eye and ear protection.

No more than 2 shooters on a lane without prior approval.

Handgun bays limited to firearms, pistol or rifles of up to .44 magnum power level and shotguns with small shot only.

Rifle bay free firing limited to calibers up to .223/ 7.62x39 and buckshot/slugs. More powerful rounds must be fired under special supervision. No .50 BMG.

Firearms must remain holstered or cased until on the firing line. Any firearm not in use must have an OBI (Open Bolt Indicator) inserted. No loaded unholstered firearms are to leave the firing lane for any reason whatsoever. If problems are encountered, keep the firearm pointed downrange and alert range personnel.

Upon hearing the command CEASE FIRE unload all firearms,lay firearms down, and step back from firing line until range personnel release the line.

No expectant mothers allowed on the range at any time. Even very small amounts of lead contamination can affect unborn children.

All firearms must be kept pointed downrange when unholstered or uncased. FAILURE TO CONTROL MUZZLE DIRECTION WILL RESULT IN EJECTION FROM THE RANGE.

All rifle fire must be aimed fire - no shooting rifles from the hip.

We must insist that you comply with all instructions from range personnel or you will be asked to leave.

Please report any observed unsafe behavior by others.

Unless accompanied by range personnel, NO ONE IS EVER TO MOVE OR REACH ANY PART OF THEIR BODY IN FRONT OF THE SHOOTING LINE.

It is strongly advised that you wash your hands when finished shooting, prior to eating, drinking, or smoking.

No smoking, food, or drink in the range area at any time.

All members and shooters must not be legally prohibited from possessing firearms, and affirm so at each shooting session.

Without prior arrangements, all ammunition to be used at the range must be purchased at the range. Reloaded range ammunition can not be taken out of the range, or otherwise discarded. We will not charge for unopened unused ammunition.

No range brass is to be thrown away or taken from the range.

For those choosing to use ammunition not purchased at the Range, we have the following conditions: no lead bullets- jacketed bullets only; industry standard pressures; no armor piercing, incendiary, or tracer rounds; no heavily lubed bullets causing excessive smoke; brass must have heads distinctively marked for identification; ammunition must be presented for inspection prior to shooting, and brass presented after shooting; each shooter using outside ammunition will be assessed an extra $5.00 fee.

All damages caused by errant shooting will be paid for by the shooter.
Damage to cables: $50
Damage to target hanger: $100
Any other damage will be assessed as needed.

Without prior approval, spectators are to remain in the retail/lounge areas.

Children must be directly supervised at all times!

No one is allowed to shoot or rent a firearm who does not meet federal, state, and local requirements to possess a firearm. Minor children may shoot with a responsible adult.

The range and its staff will be held not liable for the damage or injury incurred from the use of ammunition purchased. Any such issues must be resolved with the ammunition manufacturer.

THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM EXPULSION FROM THE RANGE.

The drivers license of all shooters will be held while they are shooting.

No smoking at any time in the building.

When entering or leaving the range, make sure only one door is open at a time to limit noise.

Any person with limiting physical conditions must ask range personnel for assistance.

Please put brass and shells into provided containers, or sweep forward of the firing line to allow safe footing

The Range offers an excellent lounge area and rest rooms, and several conveniently close locations to obtain food. The consumption of food or drink is not allowed in the actual shooting areas, nor are they to be brought into the range building from outside.