This is a Pistol Clinic. The Pistol Clinic teaches the fundamentals of pistol/handgun safety, accuracy, and many other topics.
You must be at least 18 years of age to attend a pistol event in the State of Colorado.
Both 22LR and centerfire pistol cartridges are allowed at this event.
Address: 23195 County Road 105, , CO 80832
Website: www.BLGC.Org
Please Read: How to Prepare for an Event
Subject to state and local laws, Instructors at your event may have discounted .22 ammo available. Reach out to the contact at the bottom of this page for availability.
Range Fee:
No range fee will be charged.
Camping Available:
Camping may be available if arranged prior to the event.
There are several RV sites with only electrical hookups for $10 per night.
Other camping is free. Portable toilets are available.
Fresh water is available; it's safe to drink but tastes bad. No grey or black water dumping.
There is also a commercial campground in Calhan called Cadillac Jacks. It is closed during the winter; it is open April 1st through October 1st.
They are about 14 miles from the range. 719-347-2000
Hotels:
Calhan, CO - 14 miles southwest, on Hwy 24, Fuel and convenience store. Most places to eat close early in Calhan.
Limon, CO - 31 miles east, I-70 exit 359; Limon has several 24-hour truck stops. These motels are on south side of I-70 all within sight of the exit. There may be more motels at other exits. Both Hwy 86 and 24 lead to Limon.
EconoLodge 719-775-2867. Continental breakfast included.
Super 8 - 719-775-2889. Continental breakfast.
Tyme Square Inn / Suites 719-775-0700. Smoking rooms available, pets extra. Breakfast 6-9 am, pool and hot tub, WiFi. 10% off at Denny’s next door
Limon Inn - 719-775-0277. No smoking, pets +$20. Indoor heated pool. Breakfast 6 - 9:00 am.
Comfort Inn, 719-775-2752.
Directions:
Please do not enter the range address into your GPS unit. It will take you to the caretaker's house.
https://www.blgc.org/range/
From the Denver-metro area, take either Colorado Highway 83 (Parker Road) to Franktown, or I-25 to Castle Rock, then Colorado Highway 86 to Franktown. From Franktown take Colorado Highway 86 east to Elbert County Road 105 (just past the 39-mile marker). Take Road 105 south 5 miles to the gun club, which will be on your right.
From Colorado Springs, take Hwy 24 east 37 miles to Blasingame Road. (Blasingame Road crosses Hwy 24 about a half mile west of Ramah). Turn left on Blasingame Road and follow it to Commerce Road. Take Commerce Road to Rd 105. Turn right on Road 105 and go north 6 miles to the gun club which will be on your left.
From Limon and points east, take I-70 to exit 352 then head west on Colorado Highway 86. Turn left onto Elbert County Road 105 (west of the 40-mile marker) and drive 5 miles south to the gun club, which will be on your right.
GPS: 39.203936,-104.179696
State Laws to be aware of:
It is the responsibility of attendees to know and comply with all State and Federal Firearms Laws.
Misc:
Please be aware that an e-mail will be sent out to students on the Friday before the event. It will contain information important for the weekend.
For the normal 2-day Appleseed events we will shoot at 25 meters both days. Bring a .22 rimfire or centerfire rifle, 400-500 rounds, and at least 2 or more magazines. A .22 rimfire is best since you can gain valuable marksmanship skills without using up your expensive centerfire ammo.
For the KD (Known Distance) events we will shoot out to 400 yards both days. You will need to bring a centerfire rifle, 400-500 rounds, and at least 2 or more magazines.
BLGC is a cold range. No Tracer, AP, or incendiary ammo allowed (fire hazard, hard on steel targets). Attracts a magnet is OK. Please leave your rifles in the car until asked to bring them to the firing line. Please, no handguns (concealed or open) on the firing line. Bring layered clothing, a windbreaker, and lightweight gloves, eye protection and hearing protection. Weather could range from warm and sunny to cold.
For more information contact:
Name: CO State Coordinator Email Address: CO@appleseedinfo.org
Project Appleseed is a national non-profit program that teaches the fundamentals of rifle and pistol marksmanship combined with the storytelling of American Revolutionary War history. Our events are family friendly and designed for all ages and experience levels.
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