Anyone know of a good shooting range around Austin, TX that goes beyond the 300yards of Eagle Peak? I'd love to find a 1000+ yard range, but not sure that exists around here.
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Re: Austin TX range
Sir,
I am not being a smart ass by any means at all. But I recommend you get a laser range finder, and start hitting the cafes and coffee shops there in town and talk to some land owners. There are some guys out there that own 10,000+ acres that you could easily use for a 1000 yard or more range. You might want to sweeten the deal by promising to fix fences, feed, or other farm chores. Its worth a shot. And again I'm not being a smart ass (it worked once for me)
Sir,
I am not being a smart ass by any means at all. But I recommend you get a laser range finder, and start hitting the cafes and coffee shops there in town and talk to some land owners. There are some guys out there that own 10,000+ acres that you could easily use for a 1000 yard or more range. You might want to sweeten the deal by promising to fix fences, feed, or other farm chores. Its worth a shot. And again I'm not being a smart ass (it worked once for me)
Re: Austin TX range
Thanks. I actually know several land owners, but my family's land is too far and the others aren't necessarily open enough or don't have proper backing for 1000 yard high power target practice.
And thanks for the tiger valley recommendation. I actually saw that last night and think it may be a good fit for what I'm looking for.
Thanks. I actually know several land owners, but my family's land is too far and the others aren't necessarily open enough or don't have proper backing for 1000 yard high power target practice.
And thanks for the tiger valley recommendation. I actually saw that last night and think it may be a good fit for what I'm looking for.
Re: Austin TX range
What distance do they have there? And people have worked something out to shoot on the base (I think it's still a base?)? Technically speaking I'm still an officer in the AF (IRR), so if so, that's promising.
What distance do they have there? And people have worked something out to shoot on the base (I think it's still a base?)? Technically speaking I'm still an officer in the AF (IRR), so if so, that's promising.
Re: Austin TX range
I think Swift goes to 600 yards. Bayou Rifles in Houston has a 1000 yard match the first Sunday of every month.
I think Swift goes to 600 yards. Bayou Rifles in Houston has a 1000 yard match the first Sunday of every month.
Re: Austin TX range
www.texasshootingrange.com
It's in Liberty Hill , just north west of Austin
1000yrds but it's not quite open yet
www.texasshootingrange.com
It's in Liberty Hill , just north west of Austin
1000yrds but it's not quite open yet
Re: Austin TX range
SAAAAAA...WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!
That's just around the corner for me, so I guess I'm definitely going to need to add the HTI to my Desert Tactical collection!
SAAAAAA...WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!
That's just around the corner for me, so I guess I'm definitely going to need to add the HTI to my Desert Tactical collection!
Re: Austin TX range
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Blackayed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">www.texasshootingrange.com
It's in Liberty Hill , just north west of Austin
1000yrds but it's not quite open yet </div></div>
Damn, thats gonna be sweet. Its even closer to me than Eagle Peak, and a fraction of the drive to Tiger Valley..
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Blackayed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">www.texasshootingrange.com
It's in Liberty Hill , just north west of Austin
1000yrds but it's not quite open yet </div></div>
Damn, thats gonna be sweet. Its even closer to me than Eagle Peak, and a fraction of the drive to Tiger Valley..
Re: Austin TX range
Anyone know what kind of skeet setup they will have? Hopefully some nice towers and multi-station setup. Between that and the 1000 yard range, it'll be like my own little Utopia right next to the house.
Anyone know what kind of skeet setup they will have? Hopefully some nice towers and multi-station setup. Between that and the 1000 yard range, it'll be like my own little Utopia right next to the house.
Re: Austin TX range
i was shooting out to 1100 yards in my sisters backyard on wed, in san marcos...
bench
i was shooting out to 1100 yards in my sisters backyard on wed, in san marcos...
bench
Re: Austin TX range
I have been looking for a long distance range for some time.
BTW, I am good at fixing fences, and other ranch chores.
Looking forward to the Liberty Hill range.
Does anyone have any more info on Camp Swift?
I have been looking for a long distance range for some time.
BTW, I am good at fixing fences, and other ranch chores.
Looking forward to the Liberty Hill range.
Does anyone have any more info on Camp Swift?
Re: Austin TX range
Looking forward to this place opening so we can get out beyond 300 yards. My 6.5 x 47 needs to stretch it's legs.
Looking forward to this place opening so we can get out beyond 300 yards. My 6.5 x 47 needs to stretch it's legs.
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Just got an email from this place saying they'll be opening on July 12. Better yet, they'll have cameras for the 1000 yard range. Those won't be done day 1, but they're coming!
Just got an email from this place saying they'll be opening on July 12. Better yet, they'll have cameras for the 1000 yard range. Those won't be done day 1, but they're coming!
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According to the website, they will be open next weekend, but you can stop by there now and check out the clubhouse..
According to the website, they will be open next weekend, but you can stop by there now and check out the clubhouse..
Re: Austin TX range
They are offering special dicounts for memberships ( annual) paid for by the end of July-
When it cools down- I will be there weekly!
They are offering special dicounts for memberships ( annual) paid for by the end of July-
When it cools down- I will be there weekly!
Re: Austin TX range
http://texasshootingrange.com/ but with a membership you only save $2 and the price of a membership is pointless
http://texasshootingrange.com/ but with a membership you only save $2 and the price of a membership is pointless
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Went and checked it out today. Pretty damned nice facility. Skeet towers, covered concrete shooting benches, targets at 50, 100, 250, 500, 750 and 1000 yards, and tactical bays (not finished yet). They told me to shoot 1000 you have to qualify, by shooting a 6" group at 500 yards. They will be using steel targets out past 250 yards- AR500, swingers, etc. The clubhouse they got is kind of small but nice- big screen TV, running water. Memberships are 20% off until Saturday, got mine after spending a few hours there. They wont let you shoot 1000 without a membership either. Will definitely be my new shootin hole..
Here are some spy shots...
Went and checked it out today. Pretty damned nice facility. Skeet towers, covered concrete shooting benches, targets at 50, 100, 250, 500, 750 and 1000 yards, and tactical bays (not finished yet). They told me to shoot 1000 you have to qualify, by shooting a 6" group at 500 yards. They will be using steel targets out past 250 yards- AR500, swingers, etc. The clubhouse they got is kind of small but nice- big screen TV, running water. Memberships are 20% off until Saturday, got mine after spending a few hours there. They wont let you shoot 1000 without a membership either. Will definitely be my new shootin hole..
Here are some spy shots...
Re: Austin TX range
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jong</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are you able to shoot prone out there?</div></div>
Yes, I asked the guy and he said as long as you stay on the concrete, its OK
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jong</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are you able to shoot prone out there?</div></div>
Yes, I asked the guy and he said as long as you stay on the concrete, its OK
Re: Austin TX range
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ADT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://texasshootingrange.com/ but with a membership you only save $2 and the price of a membership is pointless</div></div>
Unless something has changed or I'm missing something, you save $10 with a membership, so it pays for itself in 10 outings...
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ADT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://texasshootingrange.com/ but with a membership you only save $2 and the price of a membership is pointless</div></div>
Unless something has changed or I'm missing something, you save $10 with a membership, so it pays for itself in 10 outings...
Re: Austin TX range
Bummer for me, I used to run up to Liberty Hill a couple times a week on business but no more. Looks like it's going to be a nice place. Wishing it would have been in Buda.
Bummer for me, I used to run up to Liberty Hill a couple times a week on business but no more. Looks like it's going to be a nice place. Wishing it would have been in Buda.
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Been meaning to get out to this place, TXIPSC just had a 3 gun match there today with some longish stages, supposedly up to 800 yards. All I keep hearing is this place is the cats meow. Need to git up to visit...
Been meaning to get out to this place, TXIPSC just had a 3 gun match there today with some longish stages, supposedly up to 800 yards. All I keep hearing is this place is the cats meow. Need to git up to visit...
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I plan to go this weekend. I do not like having to buy a membership to shoot to a 1000yds but I guess you got to pay to play... I am more interested in the bays, it will be nice to be able to engage multiple targets with multiple weapons at speed... I need to go before someone screws this up!
I plan to go this weekend. I do not like having to buy a membership to shoot to a 1000yds but I guess you got to pay to play... I am more interested in the bays, it will be nice to be able to engage multiple targets with multiple weapons at speed... I need to go before someone screws this up!
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All Central Texas Long Range Shooters
Tried the new Liberty Hill Range yesterday. Fired the very painless qualification procedure (2 rounds each at 250 and 500 yards while being observed by an RO). If you know the drop values for your rifle and ammo its a no brainer. Afterwards got to bang some steel at 750 yards but could not engage the 1000 yard target as it was hiding in the weeds.
My overall impression of the range is that it has the potential to be an excellent shooting facility. With what is in now in place and their plans for future capabilities there will be something for everyone. The Range owners are friendly and open to suggestion on ways to improve the operations and safety of the range. The shooting benches are sturdy and if you want to shoot from the prone there is room between the benches However, I would suggest using a shooting mat.
Its still a work in progress, for instance, the number of steel targets for the 1000 yard range is limited due to late deliver by a vendor.
Bottom line, its another location for us central Texas shooters to practice our sport. I'll still go to Tiger Valley (2 hr drive)for open shoots but Liberty Hill is available 7 days a week and is only a 45 minute drive.
CDAT
All Central Texas Long Range Shooters
Tried the new Liberty Hill Range yesterday. Fired the very painless qualification procedure (2 rounds each at 250 and 500 yards while being observed by an RO). If you know the drop values for your rifle and ammo its a no brainer. Afterwards got to bang some steel at 750 yards but could not engage the 1000 yard target as it was hiding in the weeds.
My overall impression of the range is that it has the potential to be an excellent shooting facility. With what is in now in place and their plans for future capabilities there will be something for everyone. The Range owners are friendly and open to suggestion on ways to improve the operations and safety of the range. The shooting benches are sturdy and if you want to shoot from the prone there is room between the benches However, I would suggest using a shooting mat.
Its still a work in progress, for instance, the number of steel targets for the 1000 yard range is limited due to late deliver by a vendor.
Bottom line, its another location for us central Texas shooters to practice our sport. I'll still go to Tiger Valley (2 hr drive)for open shoots but Liberty Hill is available 7 days a week and is only a 45 minute drive.
CDAT
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Went out there this past weekend, they have a few Larue sniper targets set up that I shot for a while. The benches are SOLID and I like the layout. I'm just happy that there is a steel friendly long distance range now!
Went out there this past weekend, they have a few Larue sniper targets set up that I shot for a while. The benches are SOLID and I like the layout. I'm just happy that there is a steel friendly long distance range now!
