Durham Pistol & Rifle Club (DPRC) is a private, members-owned, non-profit shooting club at 3973 S. Jim Minor Road in Haw River, North Carolina. It is not open to the public for general range use. Members and their guests can shoot seven days a week, 365 days a year, from 8:00 AM until dusk Monday through Saturday and from 10:00 AM until dusk on Sunday. The public can attend club-approved matches, classes and groups that are advertised as open to non-members.
The club has ten outdoor shooting ranges, numbered 0 through 9, plus an archery range and a clubhouse. Range 0 is a dedicated rimfire range. Range 1 is a general-purpose pistol and rifle range with 20 concrete benchrests and fixed targets at 50 and 100 yards. Range 2 is a bullseye pistol range with rotating target frames at 25 yards and fixed frames at 50 yards. Range 7 is a dedicated rifle range with targets at 100, 200 and 300 yards, 22 covered firing points on a concrete slab, and a separate walled-off sight-in bay. Ranges 3, 4, 5 and 9 are general-use ranges (about 80, 20, 65 and 100 yards deep) that allow rimfire, pistol, rifle and shotgun. Range 3 is the only range where airborne clays may be shot. Ranges 6 and 8 are covered pistol and shotgun pits about 25 and 15 yards deep. The archery range has several lanes with targets, a picnic table and a fire pit, and archery is also permitted on Ranges 0, 1, 4 and 9 with your own targets.
Training is offered through the club's Education program and is open to the public in most cases. Classes include the NC Concealed Carry Handgun permit class (taught by outside instructors), NRA Personal Protection classes, NRA Range Safety Officer certification, an NRA Basic Pistol Instructor course, and listings for NRA Basics of Pistol and Rifle Shooting, NRA First Steps of Pistol Shooting, NRA Defensive Pistol, metallic cartridge and shotgun shell reloading, practical concealed carry and carbine courses, and a Ransom Rest orientation. Class dates and prices are posted on the club calendar.
The club hosts a full schedule of matches: 2-Gun Rimfire, bullseye pistol, precision rimfire, Mini-Palma, single-shot cartridge rifle, vintage military rifle, high power rifle, muzzleloader and action pistol (members only). Women of Steel meets on the first Saturday of each month and is open to non-members. Alamance Target Sports Club 007 serves youth ages 12 to 25 and their families, and an air rifle and air pistol group meets in the clubhouse. Restrooms are in the clubhouse, where water, soft drinks and snacks are sold and refrigerators and microwaves are available to students.
Membership requires an application, an orientation, annual dues and NRA membership, and a waitlist applies. Members may bring up to four guests per visit under direct supervision. Shooters who want a club with specialized ranges for bullseye, long-range rimfire and rifle, action shooting and archery, along with a regular program of matches and classes, will find that here.
At a glance
Range type: Outdoor, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Archery, Long Range / Precision, Training / Classes
Distances: Range 0: rimfire only, targets at 50 yards minimum. Range 1: 50 and 100 yards (20 benchrests). Range 2: bullseye pistol, 25 and 50 yards. Range 3: approx. 80 yards deep. Range 4: approx. 20 yards deep. Range 5: approx. 65 yards deep. Range 6: approx. 25 yards deep. Range 7: 100, 200 and 300 yards (22 covered firing points). Range 8: approx. 15 yards deep. Range 9: approx. 100 yards deep. Archery range with several lanes.
Access: Open to the public
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Youth programs · Hosts competitions
Services, training & programs
Ten outdoor ranges (Ranges 0-9) for members and guests, open 7 days a week
Range 0: dedicated rimfire range with covered firing line
Range 1: general-purpose pistol and rifle range, 20 concrete benchrests, fixed targets at 50 and 100 yards
Range 2: bullseye pistol range, rotating frames at 25 yards and fixed frames at 50 yards
Ranges 3, 4, 5 and 9: general-use rimfire, pistol, rifle and shotgun ranges
Range 3: only range where airborne clay shooting is permitted (clay thrower orientation class required)
Ranges 6 and 8: covered pistol and shotgun pits
Range 7: 100/200/300-yard rifle range with 22 covered firing points and walled-off sight-in bay
Archery range with several lanes, picnic table and fire pit; axe throwing events
2-Gun Rimfire matches (.22 LR pistol and rifle, family friendly)
Bullseye pistol, precision rimfire, Mini-Palma, single-shot cartridge rifle, vintage military rifle, high power rifle and muzzleloader matches
Action Pistol matches (members only)
Women of Steel handgun practice, first Saturday of each month, open to non-members
Alamance Target Sports Club 007 youth and family program (ages 12-25)
Air Rifle & Air Pistol group, second and fourth Thursdays in the clubhouse, open to the public
Suppressor measurement
New member orientation sessions in the clubhouse
Quarterly membership meetings
Amenities
Restrooms
Clubhouse
Parking
Pricing at Durham Pistol & Rifle Club
Range fees & day rates
Guest range fee: Contact for pricing — No guest fee is published. Members may bring up to 4 guests per visit; only one guest may shoot at a time.
Mini-Palma (.22 LR) match entry: $10 — Juniors, club and non-club members; limited to 12 shooters.
Single Shot Cartridge Rifle match entry: $20 — Open to club and non-club members; Range 7 at 100, 200 and 300 yards.
.22LR Rimfire Long Range Match: Free — Trial run November 22, 2026, no charge to participants; $20 planned for the future.
Quarterly membership meeting lunch (when offered): $10 — Prepaid only, members meeting; not offered at every meeting.
Memberships
Full Membership: $250 — Annual dues are $250. New members also pay a $500 initiation/orientation fee and must attend new member orientation. Example total for the November 2026 orientation: $775 ($500 + $250 dues + $25 credit card fee). Example for October 2026: $840 ($500 initiation, $63 prorated dues for Oct-Dec, $250 dues for the following year, $27 credit card fee). All members must maintain NRA membership. A waitlist applies; apply via the Membership Application.
Access to all ten ranges and the archery range 7 days a week
Gate access credentials and membership badge
Guest privileges (up to 4 guests per visit)
Eligibility for members-only events such as the Action Pistol match
Quarterly membership meetings
Training & classes
NC Concealed Carry Handgun class (Fitch): $125 — Full-day class, 8:00 AM-5:30 PM; lunch, CCH class book and notary service included. Optional use of instructor's gun and .22LR ammo $20 extra.
NC Concealed Carry Handgun class (Barr / B-Team Training): $125 — Full-day class, 8:00 AM-5:30 PM; $125 if paid in advance, $135 day of class (Range 6 session listing shows $110 advance / $125 day of).
NC Concealed Carry Handgun class (Train2Protect): $115 — Class with live-fire portion; range cost included. Non-refundable; transfer allowed with 24 hours notice within 90 days once.
NRA Range Safety Officer Certification: See class calendar — One-day class (instructor Miller); requires age 21+ and an exam score of 90% or higher. Includes RSO packet, course book and patch.
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor Course: $400 — Two-day course for those with Basic Instructor Training; includes materials and lunch; $200 deposit at registration.
NRA Personal Protection classes: See class calendar — Inside the home, outside the home and defensive pistol; open to the public; participants must be experienced shooters.
Practical Concealed Carry (Level 1 and 2): See class calendar — One-day follow-up classes for permit holders, taught by Keith Rugh; not scheduled for 2025.
NRA Basics of Pistol/Rifle Shooting, First Steps of Pistol Shooting, reloading classes, Practical Defensive Carbine, Just Get Home, Sheepdog Response, Ransom Rest Orientation, NC CCH Legal Refresher: See class calendar — Listed under the club's Education section; dates and prices are posted on the calendar.
Visitors and guests are only allowed with a member or when participating in an event open to the public. Non-members attending matches must sign a liability waiver. Class and match prices are from 2026 listings and may change.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Your own firearm, ammunition, eye and ear protection (required for everyone, including spectators, on a hot range), targets and a way to staple or attach them (cardboard backers), and an empty chamber indicator. Members must wear their DPRC badge. Bring lunch or snacks for classes if required.
Ammo policy: Any safe ammunition below .50 BMG. No armor-piercing, steel-core or steel-jacketed ammo on steel targets (check with range magnets). No .50 BMG or larger, tracer, exploding or incendiary ammo. Legally owned full-auto firearms may only be fired semi-auto; no forced-reset or binary triggers. Black powder rifles up to .58 caliber allowed. Range 0 is rimfire only. Range 7: rifle calibers through .300 Win Mag on steel at 100+ yards only; all firearms must be zeroed at 100 yards. Clays on Range 3 only, lead shot sizes 7½, 8 or 9.
Age policy: Junior guests (17 and under) must be accompanied by a member who keeps control of them at all times; only one junior guest per member on the firing line at a time. A parent or guardian must sign a release form for each junior guest each visit. NRA Personal Protection classes are for adults or mature teenagers. NRA RSO certification requires age 21+.
Rental requirements: No rental firearms are advertised.
Dress code: Dress for the weather for classes held in the clubhouse.
First-timer tips: The range is private. Visit as a member's guest or attend a public class or match. Guests must sign in with their member host at the clubhouse electronic system and wear a guest badge. Check the calendar and range gate for closures, matches and club workdays. Quarterly meetings do not permit shooting. No pets, hunting or alcohol on the property. Firearms are not permitted in indoor classrooms during classes.
Hours
Monday: 8am - dusk
Tuesday: 8am - dusk
Wednesday: 8am - dusk
Thursday: 8am - dusk
Friday: 8am - dusk
Saturday: 8am - dusk
Sunday: 10am - dusk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durham Pistol & Rifle Club open to the public?
No. It is a private, members-owned club. Visitors may come only with a member or to attend an event, class or match that is open to the public.
What are the hours?
8:00 AM until dusk Monday through Saturday and 10:00 AM until dusk on Sunday, 365 days a year. Archery ranges are open dawn to dusk. Match days, club workdays, training courses and meetings can close some or all ranges.
Where is the club located?
3973 S. Jim Minor Road, Haw River, NC 27258. If you arrive before the access gate opens, wait at the gate.
How much does it cost to join?
Annual dues are $250 plus a $500 initiation/orientation fee for new members. The November 2026 orientation total is $775 including a $25 credit card fee; the October 2026 total is $840 with prorated dues. NRA membership must be maintained. A waitlist applies.
Can I bring guests?
Yes. Each member may bring up to 4 guests per visit. The member must sign in on the clubhouse system, make sure guests wear guest badges, and act as a non-shooting range officer. Only one guest may shoot at a time, and the member and guest cannot shoot at the same time.
Can kids shoot at the club?
Junior guests aged 17 or younger may shoot under the direct supervision of their member host, who must retain control of them at all times. A parent or guardian must sign a release form each visit. Alamance Target Sports Club 007 offers a youth and family program for ages 12-25.
What ammunition is not allowed?
No armor-piercing, steel-core or steel-jacketed ammo on steel targets, and no .50 BMG or larger, tracer, exploding or incendiary ammo. Full-auto firearms may only be fired semi-auto, and forced-reset or binary triggers are not allowed.
Do I need eye and ear protection?
Yes. Eye and ear protection are mandatory for everyone, including spectators, on any hot range. Eye protection is recommended on the archery range. The club does not advertise rentals, so bring your own.
Are there rental guns?
No rental firearms are advertised. In the NC CCH class taught by Todd Fitch, students can use the instructor's gun and .22LR ammo for an extra $20.
What classes are offered?
NC Concealed Carry Handgun permit classes ($110-$125 depending on instructor), NRA Range Safety Officer certification, NRA Personal Protection classes, an NRA Basic Pistol Instructor Course, plus Education listings for NRA Basics of Pistol and Rifle, reloading, practical concealed carry and carbine courses. Check the calendar for dates.
Can non-members attend matches or events?
Yes, for events that are advertised as open to the public, such as 2-Gun Rimfire, Mini-Palma, single-shot rifle matches and Women of Steel. Non-members sign a liability waiver. The Action Pistol match is for members with badges only.
Is archery available?
Yes. There is a dedicated archery range with several lanes, and archery is allowed on Ranges 0, 1, 4 and 9 with your own targets. Field or target points only on DPRC targets; no broadheads.
Are there facilities on site?
Restrooms are in the clubhouse. Water, soft drinks and snacks can be bought there, and refrigerators and microwaves are available for students.
Can I shoot steel targets?
Yes, on ranges with DPRC steel targets, which must not be moved. Minimum distances are 15 yards for rimfire and pistol, 40 yards for rifle calibers through .308 Win. Rifle calibers through .300 Win Mag are allowed on steel on Range 7 only, at 100+ yards.