FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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                                *How do you become a member of the ORC club?

 The best way to become a member of the Oneida Rifle Club is to attend a monthly meeting that occurs on the second Monday of each month. The meetings start at 6:30 PM. At the meeting you will be able obtain a membership application. You can also Obtain an Application on the web site, fill it out and return it by mail, or a club member

                                                         *How much does it cost?

       There is a one time initiation fee of $100.00. 

       Regular membership dues are $100.00 per year     

       Also a $6.00 Charge for a key card. 

       The annual dues per year is $100.00 

                            *Who do I pay to become a member of the club?

 To become a club member you will need to pay your dues to the club Treasure. 

                                   *Am I able to bring friends to the club?

 All members(regular and associate) are responsible for their guests and the guests conduct while on the club property. The hosting member must accompany their guests at all times. 

                                     *What types of guns can I shoot at the club?

The indoor range allows  non-magnum pistol calibers .
The outdoor range allows  calibers with non-armor piercing  capabilities.

                                         *What are the hours of operation?

With membership, the indoor range is open 24 hours per day. 

Out Door range is Monday through Sat 9am until sundown.

 No rounds may be discharged outdoors before 11am On Sundays

                                     *What are my obligations as a member?

 Use common sense, safety and respect your firearms at all times.

                                    *Can I shoot during the winter months?

Yes, the heated, 9 lane indoor range allows club members to shoot during the winter months. 

                                              *Does the ORC have leagues?

 Yes, Check the club League page for details for league information.

                                *What types of leagues does the ORC have?

The Oneida Rifle Club offers several leagues throughout the year. Leagues range from Defensive Pistol, Trap, Sporter Rifle, Prone Rifle, Junior Rifle and Bullseye Pistol. 

                                   *What are the General Rules for the Club?

1. All members(regular and associate) are responsible for their guests and the guests conduct while on the club property. The hosting member must accompany their guests at all times.
2. Access cards are issued to paid-up members who are in good standing. Access cards are not to be given to anyone, they are for member use only.
3. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises of the club unless authorized by the Board of Directors.
4. Causing willful damage to the club or club property will be cause for the person to be subject to suspension from membership and maybe reported to the proper authorities for appropriate action.

                                      *What are the Indoor Range Rules for the Club?

1. All firearms must be unloaded and actions open when entering or leaving the range. Personal protection handguns that are holstered are exempt from this rule.
2. Instantly obey all firing line commands.
3. All shooters and visitors MUST wear ear and eye protection during live fire events.
4. Smoking, beverages and food are prohibited in the range.
5. Finger must remain outside the trigger guard until the weapon is pointed at the target.
6. No Magnum pistol ammunition is allowed (except .22 magnum).
7. Center fire rifle ammunition is NOT allowed on the indoor range.
8. Place all misfired rounds in the safety receptacle designated for misfired ammunition.
9. Courtesy demands no loud talking or unnecessary movement while shooting.
10. Shoot only at approved targets.
11. If there are people in the club house, close the range door while shooting.
12. Keep the muzzle of the firearm pointed down-range.
13. Absolutely NO horseplay will be permitted.
14. Report immediately any unsafe acts to any officer and call "CEASE FIRE" as the situation requires.
15. Report any unsafe or defective range equipment to the Executive Officer, or if not available report to any officer.
16. Do not litter the range. Use proper receptacles. Do not throw empty ammo boxes on the floor. Do not leave targets hanging.
17. Empty brass must be picked up and deposited in the container provided and so marked.
18. Make sure you turn off the range lights and fans (if used) and lower heat before leaving the club.
19. No tracer, incendiary, gas or explosive ammunition is permitted.
20. No CO-2 or air guns are permitted (due to ballistic curtain).
21. When using target hangers, crank the carrier all the way down to the backstop. Do not shoot at targets hung at intermediate distances.
22. Never place targets on or near floor level.

                                  *What are the Outdoor Range Rules for the Club?

1. Range shall not be monopolized by any given activity or individuals within a given activity. A regular club approved and scheduled activity. (example: Pistol league, Trap shooting, Blackpowder League) will take precedence until that activity has concluded. Courteous behavior shall be extended to fellow members and their guests so that they can enjoy the Club facilities.
2. On Sunday's noise producing firearms shall not be used outdoors prior to 11 am, thereby providing respect for the neighbors tranquility. On all other days (Monday through Saturday) 9am.
3. Shooting and other activities will be kept within the boundaries of the Club property. For example: No shooting at objects on the neighboring lands.
4. Remove all litter when finished. Do not leave targets attached; remove targets, pick up litter, empty and shells (except .22 RF) and dispose of properly.
5. Lock all outside locks, such as trap house, power box to the turning targets and doors to the Club house.
6. All firearms must be unloaded and actions open when entering or leaving the range.  (Exceptions: Conceal carried holstered Pistols)
7. Instantly obey all firing line commands.
8. Fingers must remain outside the trigger guard until the weapon is pointed at the proper back-stopped target.
9. Misfired rounds are NOT to be left on the range, but are to be disposed of properly.
10. Shoot only at approved targets. Shoots at targets that leave non-biodegradable material such as glass is prohibited. Clay pigeons are exempt from this rule.
11. Always keep the weapons muzzle pointed down range.
12. Absolutely no horseplay will be permitted.
13. Courtesy demands no loud talking or unnecessary movement.
14. Report immediately any unsafe acts to any officer and call "CEASE FIRE" as the situation requires.
15. Report any unsafe or defective range equipment to the Executive Officer. If not available, report to any officer.
16. All shooters and visitors MUST wear approved ear and eye protection.
17. No one will move forward of the line of fire for any purpose before the command to "make all weapons safe, move forward and score.
18. No pets (animal) are allowed on the range.
19. Follow all rules posted on the shooting bunkers. No shots above red line on bunkers or at targets placed on or near the ground.