How do you prepare for a day of target practice/plinking?

[CaliforniaOutlaw2024]

I usually will put on some type of music while getting ready for the trip out to the range. Depending on what I am going to practice with the music will go with me via a battery operated 'boom box'.
If I am plinking cans with a b.b./pellet pistol then the music, imo, is a nice addition. Anything from Eminem to the Doors to a little Slayer. If it is the .22 rifle handed down through family then no music except in the car. Difficult to hear while wearing ear protection of course. Also a cooler of soft-drinks/bottled water. Refreshing, rehydrating, and extra targets.

 

[Mk-211]

Music always gets the day going, been on a Slipknot and Pantera kick for awhile. It gets me ready for a day at the range also.

Always bring a cooler full of water and Gatorade, maybe a soda, definitely an energy drink. Depending on how long I'm gonna be there, a sammich or two.

Hardest part of the day, is putting everything away, when the fun is over.

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[Varminterror]

I have or make ammo I'll need to shoot, have a firearm to be shot, have a space/range at which I can do the shooting, have targets at which to shoot, and then I take or make the time during which I will go shoot.

 

[lightman]

I just do a flow-chart in my head and start gathering stuff up and moving it to the truck. A lot of my gear gets stored in my shooting bag. Rest, bags, staple gun, spare staples, ear protection, shot timer, targets, ect. I'll add ammo, mags, ect to the bag before I tote it outside.

 

[doubleh]

I concentrate on what guns, ammo, and accessories I am going to take. I might or might not listen to music while gathering them. It is a 45 minute trip to my gunclub range due not so much to distance but slower speed limits for part of the drive. That is where music comes in. Being older than most on this forum my choices range from '50's thru '70's rock with a little of the eighties. No decent radio stations to listen to here anymore so use the 900+ playlist on my phone to keep me entertained for the drive back and forth. I am happy with only the sound of gunfire while shooting. I take an Rtic insulted mug of coffee with me and also a large Rtic insulated container of cold water with me. I'm pretty well used up by a half day of shooting so that's all I need.

 

[DustyRusty]

Preparation for me means pack the vehicle and don't forget ANYTHING.
I have checklists for several scenarios. This is just one.
If I still forget something, it's my own dang fault.

 

[Reloadron]

Anymore I make a list checking it twice. Seriously, it depends if I am going outdoor or indoor. Indoor is simple and no list required, pretty much handguns and ammo plus targets. I have been using a new Range USA and they don't have the standard NRA targets like 50 foot slow fire. The outdoor range is another story. Ammo for the guns I plan to take, spotting scope, targets, target pasties, staple gun w/staples, my pad for the shooting bench, my bunny bag, my Wichita rest and other stuff. Most id stored on shelves making the roundup easier.

Ron

 

[Nasty Canasta]

Before going out for our weekly session Mrs & I decide what we’re shooting. I try to concentrate on a caliber or style so I don’t have a dozen different firearms to clean & brass to separate. Could be 22 day, 9mm day, revolver day, shotgun day, black powder day, 45acp day, mouse gun day, just depends on how we feel. Whatever we do it always starts with our EDC drills & then onto the fun

 

[ColtPythonElite]

I the gun(s) out of the safe, put it a case, grab a range bag, some ammo and go.

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

I have an Iron Rule of 1 gun, 1 caliber. I have dedicated range boxes for 22 RF, centerfire handgun, centerfire rifle, black powder. Each box has a dedicated set of screwdrivers, safety glasses, targets. Made a "range rod"-a brass rod in a wooden handle to poke out stuck cases in 22 handguns, will make ones for 22 RF rifles, CF handguns, maybe CF rifles.

 

[GJeffB]

Closer to BlackhawkNJ (Sorry about being in NJ, if appropriate):
I'm *always* ready to just load 'n' go. Range bags have all I need as far as accoutrements - multiple eye/ear pro, small last resort targets, tools, staple gun, first aid kit (not previously mentioned??), waaay more than required ammo, spotting scope, blahda. Target stands, and full targets load the night before as well as chrono if necessary. At absolute worse I get to the range with enough to have a good day.

-jb, *still* 10x more than I "need"

 

[LV Gun]

I grab my range bag , guns or gun out of the safe , correct ammo , water, targets , hat, my club badge stop at the garage pickup target stand and head to the range.

 

[J-Bar]

Shooting should not be a major event, in a nation that has a 2nd Amendment.

I can shoot at an indoor gun store range or state owned ranges anytime I want, with less than 1/2 hour travel time.

Those of you who cannot, perhaps you have identified a legislative goal.

 

[Riomouse911]

Outdoor range:
Long guns, ammo, targets & stapler, tabletop shooting rests, spotting scope/tripod, bag with glasses-ears-range ID card, cooler with water.

Takes me maybe 10-20 minutes to pack and go.

Indoor range:
Handguns or rimfire rifles, ammo, targets, bag with glasses-ears-range ID card.

Takes me maybe 5-10 minutes to pack and go.

Open desert:
Guns, ammo, pick out the steel targets I want to use (plates vs silhouettes, metal pipe stands, dueling trees, 2x4’s and/or 1x2’s for paper targets, etc) T post driver for T post steel target holders, shovel (in case of fire), cooler with water, bag eith ears-eyes, various colors of spray paint for target maintenance.

Takes me about an hour to assemble, maybe more.

Stay safe.

 

[horsemen61]

So first I need to identify a time to go since I have a range at my home not a huge deal I will listen to music while I get ready and get everything gathered up I have a bag for rifles and a bag for pistols I grab what I need and step outside I am truly blessed to be able to do this sometimes I just shoot off the back deck

 

[allisd17]

Hardest part of the day, is putting everything away, when the fun is over.

And cleaning all the dirty guns

 

[Ignition Override]

Keep shooting glasses, “hearing” and some ammo inside the car. Keep means exactly what it says. An extra platic jug as reactive target also.

You then only choose which guns to Put Into the car. and see that the correct magazines are in the rifle case.
Verify that correct ammo and quantity already is in the car.

Why follow the crowd?

 

[Targa]

I the gun(s) out of the safe, put it a case, grab a range bag, some ammo and go.

Same here. I’ve never been accused of being the most exciting/interesting person in the land..

 

[JDeere]

I go at least once a week. The range bag stays packed. I switch out which ammo I need for said weapons. I only take 2 weapons per trip whether it be the pistol or rifle range. I find that my attention to accuracy wanes after a certain amount of time. I spend 30 minutes to 90 minutes depending on what I am shooting and barrel cooling time. I'm done and having lunch usually a little before noon time. I have no need to spend all day at the range but that's me...

 

[Hookeye]

Range is a bit of a drive.
Listen to mellow music on the way.
Try to be relaxed.

Have a few lists saved on Youtube for in the vehicle.

Once at the range, and usually only one there.....
Its just me and shooting. No distractions.

 

[lightman]

I concentrate on what guns, ammo, and accessories I am going to take. I might or might not listen to music while gathering them. It is a 45 minute trip to my gunclub range due not so much to distance but slower speed limits for part of the drive. That is where music comes in. Being older than most on this forum my choices range from '50's thru '70's rock with a little of the eighties. No decent radio stations to listen to here anymore so use the 900+ playlist on my phone to keep me entertained for the drive back and forth. I am happy with only the sound of gunfire while shooting. I take an Rtic insulted mug of coffee with me and also a large Rtic insulated container of cold water with me. I'm pretty well used up by a half day of shooting so that's all I need.

I'm with you on the music choices! My Boys bought me one of those rubber coated bluetooth speaker thingies that I use when I'm cooking on the back porch or casting bullets in the garage. The sound is amazing considering its size. Like you, I have a bunch of songs loaded on my phone.

 

[Reloadron]

I'm with you on the music choices! My Boys bought me one of those rubber coated bluetooth speaker thingies that I use when I'm cooking on the back porch or casting bullets in the garage. The sound is amazing considering its size. Like you, I have a bunch of songs loaded on my phone.

While off topic I never gave that a thought. I have one of those Bluetooth speakers, my phone has SXM and my hearing aids are also Bluetooth. Hell, I can enjoy tunes at the range.

Ron

 

[Hookeye]

Proly spin Twin Tribes and Lebanon Hanover, goth synthwave on way to range

Definitely no Hellenic Black Metal Legion stuff

Well maybe a little

LOL

Range trip, one way, 30 to 75 mins depending which one i go to

 

[doubleh]

I'm with you on the music choices! My Boys bought me one of those rubber coated bluetooth speaker thingies that I use when I'm cooking on the back porch or casting bullets in the garage. The sound is amazing considering its size. Like you, I have a bunch of songs loaded on my phone.

I hear you. I have a JBL portable speaker that came with a carrying strap and it needs it. Turn it up and even half deaf me can hear the high notes. It's pretty handy to set in my reloading/gun tinkering room too. Like you I find it hard to believe the amount of sound it is capable of producing. My son has a smaller one, flip 5 I believe, that he uses where ever he is working on something. I prefer the large one as at normal listening levels it produces more bass.

 

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