Bazoo
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I have 18 acres, but i'd say only about 8 are the part that comprises my range and a bit of land behind it. I have a natural backstop. Behind my land, is more woods. If there were houses behind it, I wouldn't consider myself having a safe spot to shoot.
Though... If I had a round glance out and go 2 miles, it surely would have the chance to hit a house, but the immediate half mile or so is woods. I am careful about where I shoot so lessen the chances of a ricochet.
My buddy has 7 acres, and it's positioned in a way he can shoot, though he's shooting somewhat downhill towards a creek bottom.
If the lay of the land was right, I'd say 5 acres could provide safe shooting, but if the lay of the land was wrong, 50 acres wouldnt be sufficient without a manmade backstop.
Though... If I had a round glance out and go 2 miles, it surely would have the chance to hit a house, but the immediate half mile or so is woods. I am careful about where I shoot so lessen the chances of a ricochet.
My buddy has 7 acres, and it's positioned in a way he can shoot, though he's shooting somewhat downhill towards a creek bottom.
If the lay of the land was right, I'd say 5 acres could provide safe shooting, but if the lay of the land was wrong, 50 acres wouldnt be sufficient without a manmade backstop.