Stones River Hunter Education Center

Category: Shooting range

Address: 2618 Hobson Pike, Antioch, TN 37013, USA

Phone: +16157703900

Opening hours

Sunday: 1–6PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Randy Hill

Oct 23, 2022

Very nice good staff very helpful safe environment πŸ‘

Joe Jensen

Oct 15, 2022

Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. However the rifle range is too old and not enjoyable. No steel targets only paper. The stalls are way to close to each other. Anyone shooting anything bigger than 556 is bothersome to their neighbors. But my biggest complaint is the stall house is so old I can’t go there and not come home with at least 2 or 3 splinters in my hands. It needs a remodel. But it’s run by the state , so…

Lithoman

Oct 14, 2022

Awesome place to learn, practice or site your rifle or handgun. The staff is great and extremely helpful. I would recommend this range to young, old, new, or experienced shooters. 200-yard max range works for me..

Sean McGuire

Sep 23, 2022

RSO here are very professional, helpful and has all the knowledge about any gun. I love coming to this place been doing so for years and will keep on doing so highly recommend this range.

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Questions & Answers

What do I know to go there? What are they going to ask me for?

Modern Mopcar | Oct 25, 2018
Derrick Harris | Oct 25, 2018

You will also need your ID, firearm, and ammo, as they do not sell ammo. The cost is $8.00. they do rent eye and ear protection for $2.00 or foam earplugs for free

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how much does it cost?

Randy Harold | Oct 25, 2018
Rob Young | Oct 25, 2018

$8 for two hours of range time, pistol or rifle. This comes with a few free targets as well if you ask. They also rent other stuff at a pretty small cost. Hearing protection is $2, eye is the same. They also rent bench rests and stuff but I'm not sure of the price on those.

Hey are you guys open even when heavy rain is in the forecast?

Andy Drozdowski | Oct 25, 2019
Fred Scott | Oct 25, 2019

Usually are open in wet conditions. Best to call after 9 a.m. on a Saturday before you leave.

I am a Tennessee resident and have frequented this range but I would like to know if I can I bring a visiting Ohio resident to this range?

Robert Reynolds | Dec 28, 2021
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Dec 28, 2021

Absolutely, we are open to the public. Look forward to seeing you.

Do you need to have as reservation for shooting lanes or is it first come first served

Steve Armstrong | Oct 24, 2021
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2021

It is first come first served.

Can you shoot a shotgun that does not have a shoulder stock at this range?

Bruce Jackson | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

No. Stones River Gun Range is a rifle and pistol range. We allow shotguns with slugs only because hunters need a place to sight in their shotguns. We do not allow shotguns to shoot birdshot or buckshot. We do not allow guns to be shot from the hip. So you would have to hold the gun up at eye level to shoot it and that is a recipe for an accident.

Do they rent guns

Dawn Allinger | Oct 25, 2019
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 25, 2019

Sorry we do not rent guns. You must have your own weapon and ammunition to use this range.

Do they have any equipment you can barrow? I.e. rifle bags or mounts? For zeroing scopes?

dennriss | Oct 25, 2019
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 25, 2019

Yes they have rifle rests or sandbags that you can rent while you are there.

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What days is the gun range open

dawana mcafee | Oct 25, 2018
Andreas Claus | Oct 25, 2018

Mostly Friday thru Sunday. There is a list of days they are closed on their web page.

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I’m taking a handgun carry permit class there this month. Are the ranges outdoors for this class? I would hate to be in the rain.

My Mama | Oct 25, 2018
Rob Young | Oct 25, 2018

Yes, it is an outdoor range but the part you stand in is covered. It shouldn't be a problem at all. I'd still bring an umbrella for entering the range and changing targets though. Good luck!

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Is steel cased ammo allowed?

John Primo | Oct 25, 2018
Steve Brubaker | Oct 25, 2018

Sure. No problem.

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Do you need a hunting license to shoot?

Raul Pulido | Oct 25, 2018
Rob Young | Oct 25, 2018

No. Like the above posted said, remember to bring eye and ear protection. They can rent you some if you don't have any.

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How much is it to use the Archery Range for a 10 year old? Thanks!

Daniel Norman | Oct 25, 2018
Phillip Garner | Oct 25, 2018

Free, the last time I went I pretty sure the ranger told me they raised the prices to $8 for adults so the kids could practice for free. But, if you lose or break their arrows you have to pay to replace them.

Do they have an annual membership that I could pay for?

Douglas Meyer | Oct 25, 2018
Wagih Salib | Oct 25, 2018

if you would like yes $159

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Is the range the type where I could practice shooting on the move or is it only benches

Xavi | Oct 25, 2018
Rob Young | Oct 25, 2018

Benches, this is more of a fudd type range, not the tactical type

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When checking in, can the pistol and ammo be in the same bag/box?

A Google User | Oct 25, 2018
Tina Mayes | Oct 25, 2018

I always carry loaded magazines in my range bag, just can't have the magazine in the gun, and nothing in the chamber, with the action open. If that's not correct, then they have been letting me slide (no pun intended).

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Can I bring a friend who will not use a gun?

william miller | Oct 25, 2018
Charlie Mason | Oct 25, 2018

Yes you can.

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i have a gun for house protection, don’t have a permit or license to carry. can i still bring my firearm in a case practice?

Francisco Hernandez | Jul 26, 2022
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Jul 26, 2022

Yes. You do not need a permit to have a firearm in your house or your vehicle. You will need your firearm in a case to come to Stones River range.

Are .223/556 AR rifles allowed at this range ?

Matthew Colgate | Jan 27, 2022
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Jan 27, 2022

Yes you can shoot .223/5.56 at Stones River Gun Range. We allow all high powered rifle calibers below .50 BMG.

Are there plenty of tables or are people waiting for one? Can I shoot my .50BMG there? Thank you.

Charles Young | Oct 24, 2021
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2021

We have plenty of lanes available with no wait. Unfortunately you cannot shoot a .50 BMG at this range.

Hello! I consider myself a novice shooter/enthusiast. I am very passionate about learning and practicing correctly..not like in the movies. I have my license. Would I be able to practice with a seasoned coach?

Nathan O'Neal | Oct 24, 2021
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2021

Nathan We do not have coaches at the range. We do have volunteer range safety officers that experienced shooters and have a passion for helping people and providing you a safe place to shoot. The RSO cannot just stay with you the whole time you are there but will be able to help you and answer any questions you might have.

Do you need any type of carrying permit to to bring your firearm here to shoot?

Eric Walters | Oct 24, 2021
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2021

Eric you do not need a carry permit to shoot at Stones River Gun range.

Any update on the opening of the range this weekend? Aug 1st

Dan Muncie | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

The governor’s state of emergency order extends through August 29. Unless the governor issues another executive order it will be September before the range can open.

Anyone know how they are handling annual passes purchased before the closure?

Jesse Barger | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

Depends on how you want to handle it. I will extend all annual passes the length of time the range is closed so no time is lost. If you would like a refund I would have to put you in contact with TWRA license devision for a refund.

Who runs the range

Thomas Reynolds | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

The range is run by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The manager of the range is Tim Turrentine.

Can I purchase a yearly membership/pass.

idella woodard | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

Yes you can purchase an annual pass. You can purchase it online or at the range. Please wait till after July 10 when the range opens to purchase it.

when will you be open again?

Mcpoc1993 Rouwhorst | Oct 24, 2020
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 24, 2020

January 3 at 10 am.

I have a flintlock. Is black powder allowed?

James Booth | Oct 25, 2019
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 25, 2019

Yes black powder guns are allowed.

do we have to bring our own gun or do we rent them there ?

evelyn aragon | Oct 25, 2019
Fred Scott | Oct 25, 2019

Correct, you need to bring your own gun (in a case or prepare to rent one) ammunition and cash or check. They do sell targets at a fair price.

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Can children 15 and older shoot if they are accompanied by an adult

Shafaye Wingler-Pete | Oct 25, 2019
Fred Scott | Oct 25, 2019

Yes

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Do you have to stand and shoot a rifle or can you shoot from laying down?

ethannordhoff | Oct 25, 2019
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 25, 2019

We have shooting tables. The only way we allow rifles to be fired is sitting at the shooting tables.

Can you use shotguns?

Duke Adamson | Oct 25, 2019
Stones River Hunter Education Center | Oct 25, 2019

You can use a shotgun as long as it has a stock and you are shooting slugs only. You cannot shoot birdshot or buckshot.

Can you use laser attatchments in the range?

Jose Castro | Oct 25, 2018
Steve Brubaker | Oct 25, 2018

No issue with laser attachments.

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Are there lanes up to 50 yards

Joey Patterson | Oct 25, 2018
Steve Brubaker | Oct 25, 2018

Rifle range goes up to a hundred yards and they have two stalls that go to 200 yards. They have 25 and 50 yard placements for targets if you want to shoot shorter range.

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can you fire a bump stock rifle at this range?

Phil Riter | Oct 25, 2018
James Baker | Oct 25, 2018

Yes u can I go there alot and I have used my bumpstock a few times and u can also shoot full auto guns there and suppressors

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Is it all paper targets or are there metal targets as well

Stephanie Taylor | Oct 25, 2018
Robin Eason | Oct 25, 2018

Paper

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