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Old Fort Gun Club
5462 Gun Club Road, Van Buren, AR
•4.6 (33 reviews)
•Old Fort Gun Club operates as a membership-only organization based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with two separate shooting facilities serving the Van Buren, Alma, and Kibler areas. Unlike day-pass ranges, OFGC is designed around committed shooters who want consistent access to well-maintained outdoor ra...
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Old Fort Gun Club operates as a membership-only organization based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with two separate shooting facilities serving the Van Buren, Alma, and Kibler areas. Unlike day-pass ranges, OFGC is designed around committed shooters who want consistent access to well-maintained outdoor ranges with organized competition opportunities.
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Location: 4999 Westville Road, Van Buren, AR
The River Range sits on approximately 35 acres a few miles north of Barling and offers:
- •20 pistol bays ranging from 20 to 45 yards deep
- •100-yard rifle range with covered shooting stations
- •300-yard rifle range with covered shooting stations
- •All ranges are outdoors with most bays featuring covered stations
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Location: 2570 Hamer Road, Alma, AR
Primarily used for clay shooting but also includes handgun and shorter rifle range areas.
Family memberships include all family members under 20 years old at no additional charge. New member applications are accepted at the first Thursday monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. Membership is required—the club does not offer day passes.
- •Unlimited range access at both facilities with no per-use fees
- •Access to organized competitions throughout the year
- •Youth programs for ages 6-18
- •Nominal entry fees for competition matches
OFGC sponsors multiple match disciplines:
| Competition Type | Format | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Steel Challenge | 6-7 stages, 175-200 rounds, speed shooting on steel targets | 1st Saturday monthly, March-October |
| USPSA Practical Pistol | Tactical pistol courses of fire | Organized calendar |
| Cowboy Action (SASS) | Wild West-style shooting competition | Per match calendar |
| Trap Shooting | Clay target sport | Per match calendar |
| NRA High Power/FTR Rifle | Long-range precision rifle matches | Per match calendar |
| .22 Extreme | OFGC original sport using .22 rimfire with reactive steel targets | Per match schedule |
| Rimfire Bench-Rest | Precision .22 matches including American Rimfire Association events | Monthly league |
| CMP Programs | Civilian Marksmanship Program rifle matches | Per calendar |
| NRA Silhouettes | Metallic silhouette shooting | Per match calendar |
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Location: River Range – 4999 Westville Road, Van Buren, AR
Timing: - Regular Season: Setup 8:00 a.m., Sign-in 9:00 a.m., Safety Meeting 10:00 a.m. - Summer (June-August): Setup 7:00 a.m., Sign-in 8:00 a.m., Safety Meeting 9:00 a.m. - Monthly matches on the 1st Saturday - Year-round shooting as weather permits
- •Costs: $15 for one gun, $20 for two guns (limit 2). Preteens shoot free.
OFGC's Steel Challenge format is family-friendly with modified stage designs and target placements compared to standard USPSA Steel Challenge.
OFGC runs dedicated youth programs for ages 6-18 to introduce young shooters to the sport safely. The club also sponsors an annual Friends of NRA Banquet as a fundraiser for shooting activities throughout Arkansas.
OFGC is an NRA affiliate club, but NRA membership is not required to join. The club focuses on supporting Second Amendment rights, promoting safe firearm handling, and providing competitive opportunities for shooters of all skill levels—from casual plinkers to serious competitors.
"We cater to anyone who owns a firearm. From the serious competitor, to the casual plinker, to those who just need a good facility to sight in their hunting firearms, we have a place for everyone."
New member applications are accepted at the monthly club meeting (first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the River Range Club House). Prospective members should arrive by 6:15 p.m. All applicants must complete:
- •OFGC New Membership Application
- •Hold Harmless Range Waiver and Release Form
Renewal members use the OFGC Renewal Form.
- •Contact: 479-235-5981 | Mailing Address: PO Box 2833, Fort Smith, AR 72913
"Safety is our by-word. Enjoyment of the shooting sports is our goal." The club has maintained this approach for many years through documented range rules and comprehensive safety meetings before every match.
Next meeting: February 5th, 2026 @ 6:30 p.m. at River Range Club House. All members with club business are encouraged to attend.