Hanson Rod & Gun Club

Annual Machine Gun Shoot & Gun Show

To make the most of your visit:

 Attend the safety training at the lower club house on arrival or early during your visit so you will not be delayed in renting and firing the guns of your choice. You will not be admitted to the rental area / firing line with out the wrist band from the completed safety course.

All of the vendors present have guns for rent. If there are long lines at one vendor check with others, there may be less wait for you to shoot.

Be sure to bring hearing and eye protection to the shoot, both are required on the firing line.

Even if you have never fired a machine gun before you can here with confidence. Our vendors and range staff have a wealth of experience in the safe operation of these guns. They are ready to answer your questions, help you choose a gun and take you through its operation safely.

On Your Arrival:

You will pass through the main gate. To your left as you enter the grounds are the vendors who will be renting guns for you to shoot. Beyond the vendor table area is the actual firing line. There is a public observation area here from which you can observe shooters and survey the selection of rental guns. The actual firing line is a restricted area open only to shooters with wrist bands who have completed the safety course.

At The Club House:

Ahead of you, is the road to the main club house. To the left of the club house is the Airsoft range for shooter under 21 years of age. (Note: By Hanson town ordinance you must be 21 years of age or older to hold or fire a machine gun.)

The upper clubhouse has food services with pulled pork sandwiches, BBQ'd chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks available. There are also vendors to tour in the upper clubhouse. Tickets for the Airsoft range are available here.

The lower Club House has the Gun Show which features a variety of vendors with long guns, firearms, shooting relates items and general merchandise for sale. As you enter the lower clubhouse you will be asked by our security staff if you are carrying a firearm and to unload it prior to entering the gun show. Safety is our primary concern at this event and loaded firearms are not allowed in the lower clubhouse with the exception of on-duty police and club event staff.

Safety Training:

As you enter the lower club house to your immediate left is the Education Center. If you are planning to fire guns during the day you MUST attend safety training here before going to the rental area / firing line. Here you will view a short video presentation about machine guns and machine gun shooting. Included will be an overview of what to expect from the range officers and vendors at the firing line during your shooting experience as well as why the rules are in place. This is a good time to ask any questions of the staff on hand.

Following the video you will be asked to complete and sign a Release of Liability and produce a photo ID with proof of age. A firearms license is not required to shoot at the event. Once your ID and release form have been verified  you will be issued a non-removable  colored wrist band that will allow you to shoot for the day.

We require that hearing protection be worn on the firing line and recommend that it be worn anytime you are in proximity to the range. Eye protection is also required on the firing line.

The directions of the Range Officers and shoot staff are paramount in all instances. Decisions are being made with your safety in mind. We want you to have safe and enjoyable time at the event.

Ready, Aim, Fire!

Once you have completed the safety training and obtained a wrist band you are free to visit the rental area by the main gate. Here you will find a number of vendors renting a wide variety of automatic firearms. Most vendors have their pricing posted, if you do not see it please inquire. Once you select a firearm at the vendors agreed price you will be accompanied to the firing line by the vendor and a range safety officer. You will receive a brief introduction on the particular firearm that you have selected, and your shooting experience can begin. When you are finished shooting the firearm will be returned to the vendor and you will be escorted from the line.

What To Expect:

Noise! A lot of it!  And a truly unique experience.