>Established in 1947, the Delaware Rifle & Pistol Club (DRPC) has a rich history that dates back to its affiliation with the NRA. Originally emphasizing small bore rifle shooting, the club’s interest has since shifted predominantly to pistol shooting. Members enjoy access to a 50ft. indoor shooting range that upholds strict caliber and safety requirements. The club also boasts an education building and several facilities including an ADA compliant access ramp, a safe gun handling bench, and an eight-position indoor range.
- Regular Shooting Events:
- Metallic Silhouettes
- NRA Conventional Pistol – Bullseye Pistol
- Special Shooting Events:
- Fun Shoot: A non-competitive event with numerous targets.
- Competition Shoot: A marksmanship event where scores are kept to determine winners. Winners may receive medals, trophies, or gift certificates.
- Instructional/Outreach Event: Aimed at teaching various aspects of shooting sports to both adults and juniors.
- Ladies Night: Specifically tailored for women, these sessions often combine classroom discussions, instruction, and shooting.
Membership Requirements:
Adults must be at least 18, legally permitted to own firearms, U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and complete several club applicant events including basic pistol courses and safety orientations. They must also hold memberships with the National Rifle Association and Delaware State Sportsman’s Association.
Juniors, on the other hand, need to be at least 10 years old and must be sponsored by an active club member. They are also expected to meet similar requirements as adults.
Strengths based on Reviews:
- Members and visitors often highlight the club’s emphasis on safety and rigorous gun handling rules.
- The instructional quality and skill development sessions are noted as exceptional.
- The atmosphere is generally described as friendly and the facilities are deemed safe.
Areas of Improvement based on Reviews:
- Some reviewers found the enforcement of the club’s rules to be too strict or felt that they were called out unnecessarily.
- There have been instances of potential members facing difficulties in getting responses from the club when expressing interest in joining.
- It’s advised for visitors and members to familiarize themselves with club rules to avoid misunderstandings.
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