HOURS OF OPERATION
Trap and
- Open year-round
- Open Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. and most Saturdays
- By agreement with DWR, the HVTSC can be open Wednesday-Saturday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM for scheduled events, trainings and competitions
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except for special events scheduled with
Rifle and
- Open year-round
- 16 hours of operation per week (40 Range Safety Officers)
Thursdays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sundays 10:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- 24 hours of operation (60 Range Safety Officers)
Thursdays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fridays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sundays 10:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- 32 hours of operation (
Wednesdays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursdays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fridays 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sundays 10:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except for special events scheduled with
RANGE SAFETY OFFICER PROGRAM (Rifle and Pistol Ranges
Duties
- The range officer’s main responsibility is to ensure the safety of the people who are using the rifle and pistol ranges at all times.
- To maintain RSO status and access to the shooting range when it’s closed to the public, RSOs will be expected to work at least 4 hours each month.
- Opening the range on Thursday evenings and Saturdays will be the first priority. When those shifts are filled, RSOs can sign up to work other shifts.
- The RSO will display the range flag whenever firearms are in use and will notify the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office (whether open for public use or not). The RSO will contact the Sheriff’s Office when the range is closed.
- Trap shooting will be restricted to the trap range designated for public use. Shooters can pattern their shotgun on the rifle or pistol range but the use of target holders is not allowed.
- The RSO must remain at the firing line at all times when the range is in operation. When the firing line is closed for target changes, and/or when people are in front of the firing line, no one is allowed to handle any firearms.
- In the event of an accident, follow the directions on the back of the Accident Report Form. If the accident involves an injury from a firearm, the Wasatch County Sheriff must be notified.
Training
- Lead Agency – Division of Wildlife Resources
- Participants – Local Shooting Sports Representatives (Mike Lehner and Scott McGregor), WCSO (Mark Ahlberg), DWR Hunter Education Coordinators (Gary Cook and Kirk Smith), Conservation Officers (SGT. Paul Davis and Hollie Riddle)
- Training Format
RSO Orientation (classroom)
Shooting
Partner Training (novice and experienced RSOs will be paired up to work shifts)
Liability Coverage
- Liability coverage will be provided by the State of
- RSO candidates must be accepted into the DNR-approved volunteer program and pass a BCI background check
- Coverage will not be extended to clubs, just individual volunteers
- RSO must complete the Accident Report Form (attached) immediately following an accident. Submit original to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Central Region Office no later than 24 hours after the accident.
Administration
- RSO scheduling will be handled by Big Hollow Shooting Range RSO representative (Scott McGregor)
- RSOs will notify the county dispatch prior to opening the range (for public or personal use)
- Time spent by RSOs supervising the public will qualify for Dedicated Hunter service hours
- Keys to the main gate will be numbered and distributed to Heber Valley Trap and Skeet Club members (5), Paul Davis (5) and WCSO (10).
RANGE SAFETY OFFICER PROGRAM (Trap and Skeet Range
Training
- The Heber Valley Trap and Skeet Club (HVTSC) will be responsible for RSO training
Liability Coverage
- Liability coverage will be provided by the State of
- RSO candidates must be accepted into the DNR-approved volunteer program and pass a BCI background check
- Coverage will not be extended to clubs, just individual volunteers
- RSO must complete the Accident Report Form (attached) immediately following an accident. Submit original to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Central Region Office no later than 24 hours after the accident.
- The HVTSC carries liability insurance for members and guests
Administration
- The HVTSC Board is responsible for administering the RSO program on the trap and skeet ranges
- Except for regularly scheduled shooting hours (Thursdays at 6:00 P.M. and Saturdays), RSOs will notify the county dispatch prior to opening the trap and skeet range (for public or club use)
- Time spent by RSOs supervising shooters (members and non-members) will qualify for Dedicated Hunter service hours
RANGE OPERATIONS
Check-In Process (both ranges)
- Shooters will be required to sign up and check in with the RSO (pistol and rifle range) or office staff (HVTSC)
- Ear and eye protection will be required
- Targets will be available at the RSO facility (rifle and pistol range)
- Clay birds will be available at the HVTSC (thrown from trap houses)
Range Rules (both ranges)
- No trespassing when range is closed, unauthorized users will be cited for trespass
- Follow all range commands
- Shotguns only (12 gauge or smaller)
- Only standard trap loads will be allowed (1 1/8 oz. 7 ½ shot, 3 drams of powder or less)
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited
- Keep the range clean, no littering
- Always keep gun pointed in a safe direction
- Always wear eye and ear protection
Range Rules (rifle and pistol ranges)
- Check in with RSO upon entering range
- Fire only at targets in your lane when other shooters are present
- Children must stay behind firing line at all times
- Children (under 14 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Youths (14-16) must be with an adult 21 years of age or older
- RSO must check guns and ammo
- Do not go beyond the firing line until the “cease fire” has been called
- Ground or rack all firearms during a “cease fire”
- In the event your gun doesn’t fire or jams, wait for range safety officer to assist you
Range Rules (trap and skeet range)
- Check in with office staff upon entering range
- Children under 14 must be with a parent or guardian
- Youth 14-16 must be with an adult 21 years or older
- Different parental supervision requirements apply to minors who are on a junior or family membership
- No hand-thrown targets allowed on trap ranges without written permission from the club
- Always keep gun open and empty until it’s your turn to call for the target
- Only load one shell at a time (unless you are shooting doubles, then you may load a maximum of two shells)
- Always keep finger off the trigger until ready to call for a target
- In the event of a gun malfunction, wait for a RSO to assist you
IMPROVEMENTS
Shooting Range Complex (all ranges)
- Security fencing (completed, for now)
- Restroom facility (portable outhouses now, flush toilets when water is available)
- Area signs (ordered from Utah Correctional Industries June 2009)
- Main Entrance - Big
- Boundary – Trap and
- Wallsburg WMA
- Main Entrance - Big
- Trap house removal (the two closest to the road)
- Water development (well water developed or hook up to Daniel system)
- Gravel or pave parking lots
- Weed control
Trap and Skeet Range
- Trap and skeet range interior boundary fence/gates
- Skeet towers and throwers (completed)
- Lighting (completed, but check for compliance with county code)
- Signs (ordered from Utah Correctional Industries June 2009)
- Trap and skeet range
- Range rules
- Standard safety “reminders”
- Additional storage shed
Pistol and Rifle Range
- Pistol and rifle range interior gate
- RSO check-in facility (built by Wasatch HS and installed July 2009)
- Flagpole and flag (raised when range is open)
- Level and gravel area between RSO facility and pistol range
- Storage unit (installed June 2009)
- Rifle range benches (August 2009)
- Rifle range canopy (completed June 2009)
- Pistol range canopy (TBA)
- Target stands and mounts (purchased June 2009)
- Public trap machine
- Signs (ordered from Utah Correctional Industries June 2009)
- Rifle Range
- Range Rules
