10 Shooting Range Etiquette Rules (Don’t Be That Guy)

Welcome to the range! 🎯 Whether you’re a brand-new shooter or a seasoned firearms enthusiast, knowing proper shooting range etiquette is just as important as knowing the safety rules. In this video, I’ll walk you through 10 essential rules of range etiquette that go beyond basic safety. These tips will help you avoid being “that guy” at the range, keep you in good standing with the range owner, and make sure you get invited back for future sessions. Here’s what we’ll cover: 1. Always ask the range owner for instructions first 2. Ask permission before touching anyone else’s firearm 3. Never adjust another shooter’s sights 4. Protect your spectators with proper hearing protection 5. Be aware of your brass – don’t pepper your neighbors with hot casings 6. Clean up your spent shells and casings 7. Don’t hog the line – match the pace of others if you’re using large mags 8. Keep it professional – no showboating or trick shots 9. Only use targets rated for your caliber or weapon type 10. Always offer to chip in for ammo and targets Bonus tip: Show gratitude – thank your host and fellow shooters 👍 If you find this video helpful, please hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on the notification bell so you don’t miss future videos on shooting skills, firearms etiquette, and range tips. 💬 Question for you: What’s the worst range etiquette violation you’ve ever seen? Drop your story in the comments below – I’d love to hear it.