Thread: The future of Rifle Ranges.

It's not an easy road but it is achievable. There is alot of work be hind the scenes with resource consent range construction signage and range standing orders but the most difficult part I have encountered so far is informing the ignorant, predujucice or those that have no idea that having a range is not dangerous and there are rules and regulations to follow and are now governed as a national standard. In my opinion this is were we as a community or gathering of enthusiasts need to get the message out and get the negative spotlight off our backs.

Originally Posted by country cuts

It's not an easy road but it is achievable. There is alot of work be hind the scenes with resource consent range construction signage and range standing orders but the most difficult part I have encountered so far is informing the ignorant, predujucice or those that have no idea that having a range is not dangerous and there are rules and regulations to follow and are now governed as a national standard. In my opinion this is were we as a community or gathering of enthusiasts need to get the message out and get the negative spotlight off our backs.

I'm glad you have had success for all your hard work but also don't assume once you have achieved something someone new gets into council and the rules or playing field changes on you. A property changes hands to a wealthy overseas wokester for example.
Even if you are right, can become very expensive to fight these battles.

Awesome that you have set up a range and trying to move things forward. Especially having ability to do a 200m zero and possibly pistol. Your community will have a lot of fun with that!

Originally Posted by jackson21

I'm glad you have had success for all your hard work but also don't assume once you have achieved something someone new gets into council and the rules or playing field changes on you. A property changes hands to a wealthy overseas wokester for example.
Even if you are right, can become very expensive to fight these battles.

Awesome that you have set up a range and trying to move things forward. Especially having ability to do a 200m zero and possibly pistol. Your community will have a lot of fun with that!

Thanks we have been lucky and the private land we are on has been surveyed and gifted on along term lease. I hear what you are saying though and will keep on top of things as they pop up