>V.E.T.S. Shooting Center offers both novices and seasoned shooters the unique opportunity to practice their shooting skills on paper and steel targets, ranging from 1 to a whopping 810 yards. Founded in 2011 by U.S. Army veterans, the center also includes a trap thrower, ensuring a diverse shooting experience. Whether you’re interested in sighting a hunting rifle or practicing with your daily carry, V.E.T.S. provides a well-maintained space with ample room for everyone.
Exclusive Offerings:
Beyond the range itself, the center boasts a Pro-Shop that caters to various shooting needs, including reloading components, ammunition, and firearm transfers. They specialize in custom gunsmithing, showcasing a wide array of services:
- Custom Rifle Builds
- Re-barreling
- Stock Inletting and Bedding
- NFA Engraving
- Cerakote
- Glock RMR Slide cuts
- Slide cuts
- Polymer Pistol Stippling
- Cleaning and Servicing
- Re-finishing of stocks and metal
For a closer look at their craftsmanship, visitors can view pictures of prior work available on their website.
Membership Benefits:
Being a member is about more than just unlimited range access. Members enjoy discounted transfer fees on firearm and Class 3 items, as well as reduced rates for training classes. For residents of the same household, membership permits up to two guests per visit at an additional $5 per guest. Memberships are priced at $150 annually, with special rates for active and prior service military and law enforcement personnel. Note: There is an additional Key deposit of $10. Please remember, day passes are not available – it’s a members-only facility.
Location and Timings:
Located at 780 Rio Vista Rd, Bald Knob, AR 72010, V.E.T.S. Shooting Center is just a 15-minute drive northeast of Searcy. Prospective members and retail customers can visit the center between 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays through Mondays. Meanwhile, members can enjoy shooting from 8 a.m. until dark, seven days a week.
Strengths:
- The spacious, well-maintained range accommodates various shooting needs.
- The reactive targets in the pistol bays and long-gun range extending to 800+ yards have been highly appreciated by visitors.
- They offer an all-inclusive shooting experience, including a skeet throwing range.
- The center is noted for its expansive shooting knowledge.
Limitation:
- Only annual memberships are available, which might not cater to short-term residents or visitors.
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