If you’ve never gone to a gun shooting range before, you may be wondering what you need to do to prepare and what can you expect from the experience? Gun shooting ranges are a great way to try out a new firearm or learn how to use a firearm properly and safely in a controlled environment. Here are some of the ways you can prepare for your first visit to the range.

1. There Are Other Beginners – Don’t worry if you feel out of place or are unsure of what is going on. You aren’t the only beginner there and everyone started off at the same place you are now. Don’t be too nervous and try to remember the people who work at the range are used to first-timers.
2. Getting Set Up – Most ranges will want to know if you’ve ever shot there before and what kinds of firearm experience you have. They’ll want to assist you if this is your first time shooting and they’ll want to make sure you know what you are doing. They may also ask if you’ve brought any protective eye and ear gear, and they may have rentals available if you didn’t bring your own.
3. The Rules – The gun shooting range employees will go over any rules and basic etiquette that you need to know before you get on the range. This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have.
4. Shooting Time – You’ll be assigned a spot and you can ask for assistance setting up your target. Once you are set in your lane you can begin firing.

Gun shooting ranges are a great way to safely learn how to use firearms. If you are going to a range for the first time, make sure to ask all the questions you have and get assistance when you need it.