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wolf223
MRA is a private club. like most private clubs, they don't rent firearms.
take a look at Bob's Tactical in Amesbury (sp) or American Firearms School in Attleboro
*assuming you are in MA
Disclaimer: i am NOT affiliated with either. I've shot at Bob's and used to be a member of MRA.
take a look at Bob's Tactical in Amesbury (sp) or American Firearms School in Attleboro
*assuming you are in MA
Disclaimer: i am NOT affiliated with either. I've shot at Bob's and used to be a member of MRA.
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wolf223
no problem...
obligatory advertisement...
go green and you can meet up with members in your (our) area that will probably beg you to shoot their guns.
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http://northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=5103
MRA
MRA is a great club and they have 24 hour access which is why I joined. I buy a lot of stuff from Four Seasons and when I wasn't sure about something they recommeded me to the Firing Line up in Manchester N.H. so I could rent the gun I was looking at and try it out. It's a nice place but if you want to shoot an AR you have to buy their frangible reloads and it sucks. They're all different length heads causing jambs & stovepipes. It's kind of a haul for me. Since I joined MRA I haven't been back up to the Firing Line, but I will. Like chetD said, Original Bob's Tactical rent's guns. They also sell guns and have great ammo prices. Bob's looks a little sketchy from the outside but it's a really cool place. Bob's is at 90 Lafayette Road ( US Rt.1 ) in Salisbury, MA. I work in Rowley, live in Beverly, but it seems like I live in Rowley, so if I'm loosing my mind after hours I drive 12 minutes north and shoot a few rounds, buy a gun or some ammo or just hang out and shoot the breeze with Jack and the regulars and then go back to work. If it's after 9:00 PM I just swing through Woburn on my way home to Beverly, it's not that far out of the way. N.R.A. G.O.A.L. M.R.A. Disclaimer: I am a member of MRA, but I'm not affiliated with Four Seasons or Bobs other than I've spent way too much money at both places, and I sure I'll spend a whole lot more.
MRA is a great club and they have 24 hour access which is why I joined. I buy a lot of stuff from Four Seasons and when I wasn't sure about something they recommeded me to the Firing Line up in Manchester N.H. so I could rent the gun I was looking at and try it out. It's a nice place but if you want to shoot an AR you have to buy their frangible reloads and it sucks. They're all different length heads causing jambs & stovepipes. It's kind of a haul for me. Since I joined MRA I haven't been back up to the Firing Line, but I will. Like chetD said, Original Bob's Tactical rent's guns. They also sell guns and have great ammo prices. Bob's looks a little sketchy from the outside but it's a really cool place. Bob's is at 90 Lafayette Road ( US Rt.1 ) in Salisbury, MA. I work in Rowley, live in Beverly, but it seems like I live in Rowley, so if I'm loosing my mind after hours I drive 12 minutes north and shoot a few rounds, buy a gun or some ammo or just hang out and shoot the breeze with Jack and the regulars and then go back to work. If it's after 9:00 PM I just swing through Woburn on my way home to Beverly, it's not that far out of the way. N.R.A. G.O.A.L. M.R.A. Disclaimer: I am a member of MRA, but I'm not affiliated with Four Seasons or Bobs other than I've spent way too much money at both places, and I sure I'll spend a whole lot more.
If you like shooting anything other than small caliber rifle and pistol at short range, it's not the club for you. If you like having operational lanes when you go, it's not for you. I will say, however, that the Loeb range being open 24/7 is almost worth it.
Small caliber rifle? The Loeb range will take 3006 if I'm not mistaken. Short range? Twenty five yards is the longest indoor range I have ever used, and the outdoor ranges include 50, 100 and 200 distances.
I know there have been problems with the target carriers in the Loeb range, but I have never had a problem finding an operable lane in the ten years I have been a member. If you don't like the club, just say so. Don't mislead potential members.
PS I failed to mention the indoor rimfire range, air gun range, and the trap and skeet ranges. Oh yeah, don't forget the archery range. Small caliber rifle and pistol are only a small part of the activities that MRA offers.
MRA
Sunday morning @ 7:30 AM I was shooting 12Ga slugs, .50 Beowolf & my brandy new Kriss Super V .45 in the Loeb range @ MRA. I regularly shoot .30-06, .308 & 11.7 mm in the Loeb range, but usually during off hours.
Sunday morning @ 7:30 AM I was shooting 12Ga slugs, .50 Beowolf & my brandy new Kriss Super V .45 in the Loeb range @ MRA. I regularly shoot .30-06, .308 & 11.7 mm in the Loeb range, but usually during off hours.
Just so there is no confusion:![[thinking]](/xen/styles/default/xenforo/smilies.vb/010.gif "Thinking [thinking]")
FULL AUTO:
• Fully automatic or Class III firearms may be fired on the Association’s Loeb Range only.
RR1.15 "CONTROLLED FIRE"
• Only "controlled fire" is permitted. Controlled fire is when ones ability allows that all shots are on target at the speed at which they are shooting.
RR1.16 QUICK TARGET DRAW & SHOOTING FROM THE HIP:
• Quick draw or hip shooting is prohibited on Association property except during special events. Range time for special events may be arranged pursuant to RR1.05.
• All long guns (including shotguns) must be shouldered.
RR1.17 PROHIBITED AMMUNITION:
• No incendiary tracer rounds, armor piercing or steel core ammunition are permitted on any range.
• No .50 BMG or larger, nor any subcaliber round using a .50 BMG or larger centerfire case may be fired on any range.
• No black powder, Pyrodex, or similar propellants on any indoor range.
FRED FAZIO MEMORIAL INDOOR GALLERY RANGE (Upstairs, 50 foot)
Hours of Operation:
24 hours
Caliber:
Air gun pellets
.22 rimfire short, long and long rifle
(Standard Velocity only)
Firearm type:
Air guns
.22 caliber handguns
.22 caliber rifles
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 5 rounds
2.01. No center fire ammunition.
2.02. Handguns may only be fired from a position of on or above the bench.
2.03. Shooters may fire at only paper targets mounted on the clips at the backstop. Targets for precision match air guns may be mounted on stands at the 10-meter line.
2.04. All bench tops must be in the down position when not in use or when using a pistol.
2.05. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
WILLIAM LOEB MEMORIAL INDOOR (25 yard) RANGE
Hours of Operation:
24 hours
Caliber:
Pistols: no limit
Rifles: all calibers except no 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range
Shotgun slugs only - no buck or bird shot
Firearm Type:
Handguns
Rifles
Shotguns (SLUGS ONLY)
Full auto sub guns
Maximum capacity:
No round limit for pistols and rifles
Shotguns (SLUGS ONLY) limited to three (3) rounds
3.01. Hang target so the impact of the bullet is in the berm.
3.02. Black powder shooting is prohibited on this range.
3.03. All bench tops must be in the down position when not in use or when using a pistol.
3.04. All targets must be hung beyond the first baffle with the exception of during MRA Safety and Education Program training.
3.05. Quick draw or hip shooting is prohibited on Association property except during special events Range time for special events may be arranged pursuant to RR1.05.
3.06. All shooting is from the bench or offhand. All long guns (including shotguns) must be shouldered.
3.07. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply
SUMMA 100/200 YARD RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
No limit with the exception that no 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range.
Firearm Type:
Rifles
8” or longer handguns
Maximum capacity:
1 round only
4.00. Only rifles and handguns are allowed. Handguns must be bench rested only.
4.01. All shooting on the line must be from the same position (standing, sitting, prone or bench) through the cement barricades.
4.02. Firearms will be loaded with one cartridge only.
4.03. Users of the 200-yard range will replace and secure the target openings in the butt-house, and secure the door on the butt-house when shooting is completed.
4.04. Target frames will be returned to behind the firing line when shooting is completed on the 100-yard range.
4.05. All firearms must be qualified at 25 yards first (with the exception of black powder).
4.06. Long range handguns shall be single loaded only and shall be fired from a bench rest only. No offhand or combat style allowed.
4.07. Loading rifles with more than one round and/or rapid fire shooting is not allowed, with the following exceptions:
• Approved MRA Matches under the direction of a Range Officer.
• Practice, in accordance with the NRA's National Match rules, by a member of the “MRA Rifle Team.” A list of qualified personnel shall be maintained in the office.
4.08. Shooters shall raise a red flag when the range is ‘hot,’ lower the red flag and raise a yellow flag when anyone is down range, and lower all flags before leaving.
4.09. Warning lights will be illuminated whenever anyone is down range.
4.10. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
IF
POPE MEMORIAL OUTDOOR RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
Air guns
Pistols
Rifles (.22 LR only)
Firearm Type:
Rifles (.22 LR)
Handguns.
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 5 rounds
5.00. All targets must be posted on the hooks provided at the 22-foot, 35-foot, or 50-foot line.
5.01. Targets must be attached to frames so as to not cover the edges of the frame.
5.02. All MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply to this range.
McLAUGHLIN MEMORIAL 50 YARD RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
No 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range.
Firearm Type:
Rifles, handguns and shotguns (SLUGS ONLY)
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 8 rounds
Shotguns 3 rounds (SLUGS ONLY)
6.00. All firearms, except black powder, must be sighted-in at 25 yards in the Loeb Range with all shots on paper, before proceeding outside.
6.01. Targets may only be posted at the target line and in designated frame. No targets will be posted short of the 50-yard target line.
6.02. No shooting forward of the firing line except during special matches under the direction of a Range Safety Officer (RSO).
6.03. The use of the Pin tables or other special equipment is not permitted except during an authorized event.
6.04. Rapid fire shooting is not allowed with the exception of approved MRA matches.
6.05. Any damage to club property, including hits on the baffle system, must be reported.
6.06. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
SHOTGUN RANGES:
IANNUZZI TRAP RANGE (lower field);
ROCKY BRIDGES MEMORIAL TRAP RANGE (upper field)
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset, except on the Iannuzzi Trap Range when illuminated.
Caliber:
.410, 28, 20, 16, 12 gauges –
STEEL SHOT ONLY (as provided by MRA)
Firearm Type:
Shotgun only
Maximum capacity:
1 Round or 2 depending on course of fire
7.00. ATA rules shall prevail at all times and a MRA RSO must be present.
7.01. No shot larger than 7 may be used.
7.02. Standard velocity loads only. No field loads.
7.03. Load one round only at your turn. Two shells only allowed when shooting double trap matches or sporting clays.
7.04. No hand or foot thrower is allowed.
7.05. The shotgun must be unloaded and the action open when changing stations.
7.06. No round shall commence after 8:30 p.m.
7.07. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
Yep, If you want to quick draw your 50bmg pistol and shoot from the hip @ 25yds your are SOL. If you want to shoot 50bmg out door you can not do that either.![[rolleyes]](/xen/styles/default/xenforo/smilies.vb/042.gif "Roll Eyes [rolleyes]")
There are round restrictions but you have folks who can not obey the rules for that. I do not agree with the rules but I can see why they are in place. One dope can shut down the range for 1600+ members. All they ask is to put rounds downrange on paper, not the walls, ceiling, baffles on indoor and outdoor ranges etc.
The non-operational target carriers have been addressed.
It's Bush's fault!
FULL AUTO:
• Fully automatic or Class III firearms may be fired on the Association’s Loeb Range only.
RR1.15 "CONTROLLED FIRE"
• Only "controlled fire" is permitted. Controlled fire is when ones ability allows that all shots are on target at the speed at which they are shooting.
RR1.16 QUICK TARGET DRAW & SHOOTING FROM THE HIP:
• Quick draw or hip shooting is prohibited on Association property except during special events. Range time for special events may be arranged pursuant to RR1.05.
• All long guns (including shotguns) must be shouldered.
RR1.17 PROHIBITED AMMUNITION:
• No incendiary tracer rounds, armor piercing or steel core ammunition are permitted on any range.
• No .50 BMG or larger, nor any subcaliber round using a .50 BMG or larger centerfire case may be fired on any range.
• No black powder, Pyrodex, or similar propellants on any indoor range.
FRED FAZIO MEMORIAL INDOOR GALLERY RANGE (Upstairs, 50 foot)
Hours of Operation:
24 hours
Caliber:
Air gun pellets
.22 rimfire short, long and long rifle
(Standard Velocity only)
Firearm type:
Air guns
.22 caliber handguns
.22 caliber rifles
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 5 rounds
2.01. No center fire ammunition.
2.02. Handguns may only be fired from a position of on or above the bench.
2.03. Shooters may fire at only paper targets mounted on the clips at the backstop. Targets for precision match air guns may be mounted on stands at the 10-meter line.
2.04. All bench tops must be in the down position when not in use or when using a pistol.
2.05. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
WILLIAM LOEB MEMORIAL INDOOR (25 yard) RANGE
Hours of Operation:
24 hours
Caliber:
Pistols: no limit
Rifles: all calibers except no 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range
Shotgun slugs only - no buck or bird shot
Firearm Type:
Handguns
Rifles
Shotguns (SLUGS ONLY)
Full auto sub guns
Maximum capacity:
No round limit for pistols and rifles
Shotguns (SLUGS ONLY) limited to three (3) rounds
3.01. Hang target so the impact of the bullet is in the berm.
3.02. Black powder shooting is prohibited on this range.
3.03. All bench tops must be in the down position when not in use or when using a pistol.
3.04. All targets must be hung beyond the first baffle with the exception of during MRA Safety and Education Program training.
3.05. Quick draw or hip shooting is prohibited on Association property except during special events Range time for special events may be arranged pursuant to RR1.05.
3.06. All shooting is from the bench or offhand. All long guns (including shotguns) must be shouldered.
3.07. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply
SUMMA 100/200 YARD RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
No limit with the exception that no 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range.
Firearm Type:
Rifles
8” or longer handguns
Maximum capacity:
1 round only
4.00. Only rifles and handguns are allowed. Handguns must be bench rested only.
4.01. All shooting on the line must be from the same position (standing, sitting, prone or bench) through the cement barricades.
4.02. Firearms will be loaded with one cartridge only.
4.03. Users of the 200-yard range will replace and secure the target openings in the butt-house, and secure the door on the butt-house when shooting is completed.
4.04. Target frames will be returned to behind the firing line when shooting is completed on the 100-yard range.
4.05. All firearms must be qualified at 25 yards first (with the exception of black powder).
4.06. Long range handguns shall be single loaded only and shall be fired from a bench rest only. No offhand or combat style allowed.
4.07. Loading rifles with more than one round and/or rapid fire shooting is not allowed, with the following exceptions:
• Approved MRA Matches under the direction of a Range Officer.
• Practice, in accordance with the NRA's National Match rules, by a member of the “MRA Rifle Team.” A list of qualified personnel shall be maintained in the office.
4.08. Shooters shall raise a red flag when the range is ‘hot,’ lower the red flag and raise a yellow flag when anyone is down range, and lower all flags before leaving.
4.09. Warning lights will be illuminated whenever anyone is down range.
4.10. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
IF
POPE MEMORIAL OUTDOOR RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
Air guns
Pistols
Rifles (.22 LR only)
Firearm Type:
Rifles (.22 LR)
Handguns.
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 5 rounds
5.00. All targets must be posted on the hooks provided at the 22-foot, 35-foot, or 50-foot line.
5.01. Targets must be attached to frames so as to not cover the edges of the frame.
5.02. All MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply to this range.
McLAUGHLIN MEMORIAL 50 YARD RANGE
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset.
Caliber:
No 50 BMG or larger, nor any sub caliber round using a 50 BMG or larger centerfire case to be fired on any range.
Firearm Type:
Rifles, handguns and shotguns (SLUGS ONLY)
Maximum capacity:
Handguns 10 rounds
Rifles 8 rounds
Shotguns 3 rounds (SLUGS ONLY)
6.00. All firearms, except black powder, must be sighted-in at 25 yards in the Loeb Range with all shots on paper, before proceeding outside.
6.01. Targets may only be posted at the target line and in designated frame. No targets will be posted short of the 50-yard target line.
6.02. No shooting forward of the firing line except during special matches under the direction of a Range Safety Officer (RSO).
6.03. The use of the Pin tables or other special equipment is not permitted except during an authorized event.
6.04. Rapid fire shooting is not allowed with the exception of approved MRA matches.
6.05. Any damage to club property, including hits on the baffle system, must be reported.
6.06. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
SHOTGUN RANGES:
IANNUZZI TRAP RANGE (lower field);
ROCKY BRIDGES MEMORIAL TRAP RANGE (upper field)
Hours of Operation:
• No discharge of firearms is to occur prior to 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and holidays (see Appendix A) or prior to 7:30 a.m. on all other days.
• All outdoor shooting shall cease at sunset, except on the Iannuzzi Trap Range when illuminated.
Caliber:
.410, 28, 20, 16, 12 gauges –
STEEL SHOT ONLY (as provided by MRA)
Firearm Type:
Shotgun only
Maximum capacity:
1 Round or 2 depending on course of fire
7.00. ATA rules shall prevail at all times and a MRA RSO must be present.
7.01. No shot larger than 7 may be used.
7.02. Standard velocity loads only. No field loads.
7.03. Load one round only at your turn. Two shells only allowed when shooting double trap matches or sporting clays.
7.04. No hand or foot thrower is allowed.
7.05. The shotgun must be unloaded and the action open when changing stations.
7.06. No round shall commence after 8:30 p.m.
7.07. In addition to these range-specific rules, all MRA general Range Rules identified in the first part of this document apply.
Yep, If you want to quick draw your 50bmg pistol and shoot from the hip @ 25yds your are SOL. If you want to shoot 50bmg out door you can not do that either.
There are round restrictions but you have folks who can not obey the rules for that. I do not agree with the rules but I can see why they are in place. One dope can shut down the range for 1600+ members. All they ask is to put rounds downrange on paper, not the walls, ceiling, baffles on indoor and outdoor ranges etc.
The non-operational target carriers have been addressed.
It's Bush's fault!
Yeah, the '1 round' rule there is a non-starter for me too.
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Actually it's 75 feet. Tell me some where else where I can shoot up to a .50 Beowolf 24 hours a day within a 25 mile radius of Beverly and I'll check it out. MRA isn't perfect but for my needs they're the best place I know of.
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wolf223
MRA has lost a lot of good members due to it's FUDD tactics.
http://northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=76354
http://northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2688
Glass6060,
PM me if you would like to tour the club, and I'll show you around.
As some have said, its not perfect, but show me a club that is and I'll by you a beer!
Rich
Rich,
Like you need an excuse to drink beer.
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