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John Ross's Private Range

Alton, IL

Address: Eldred Rd. near Alton IL, Alton, IL

Website: www.john-ross.net

When/Where/Type/Notes:

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Date Register Online Appleseed Type Event Notes

Effective August 1st, 2021, The Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 rifle can again now be used at Project Appleseed clinics. Check details on our How to Prepare page: https://appleseedinfo.org/how-to-prepare/

Please Read: How to Prepare for an Event

Safety Notice:

Rifles must be cased and left in vehicle until after the Safety Briefing. Do Not bring your firearms out until instructed to bring them to the firing line. No loaded firearms on the range unless on the firing line and load command has been given. Eye and ear protection required. No illegal firearms are allowed. Some ranges are .22 rimfire only. At ranges that allow centerfire no rifle cartridges over 8mm cal are allowed.

Range Fee: $10.00 per person/per event

Capacity: 0

Camping Available: Free Camping Onsite, solid rock ground, running water on site, no hook ups.

Hotels: Alton Hotels (30+ miles to range) Super 8 Hotel Info 866-573-4235 Days Inn Hotel Info 866-925-4159 Comfort Inn Hotel Info 866-678-6350

Directions: From Alton Hwy 100, north 31 miles to first stop sign (T in the road) Turn Left to stay on Hwy 100, 1.9 miles to Eldred Rd (blue tourist activity sign on right) Turn Right on Eldred, 1.5 miles there is a farm gate leading into a quarry on the right side of the road. Once through the gate stay left and it will take you into the range.

GPS: 39.157452,-90.560966

State Laws to be aware of:

Illinois State gun laws at the NRA: nraila.org/gun-laws/state-gun-laws/illinois.aspx

It is the responsibility of attendees to know and comply with all Illinois and Federal Firearms Laws.

Misc: This range is in an old rock quarry, a shooters mat or carpet remnant along with elbow pads/shooters jacket is highly recommended. Bring your lunch and plenty of water. Ensure your place on the line and preregister early! NO Alcohol Permitted

For more information contact:

Name: IL State Coordinator Email Address: IL@appleseedinfo.org

Instructors Resources: PDF