5 Dogs Action Shooters - IDPA

5 Dogs Action Shooters runs competitive pistol matches in Bakersfield, CA that welcome shooters of all skill levels. Whether you're picking up a pistol for the first time or you've been competing for years, you can show up, register, and shoot the same day. No membership required to compete.

Match Schedule: - USPSA: First Sunday of each month (6 stages, 1 classifier + 5 field courses) - IDPA: Second Saturday of each month (everyday carry scenarios) - Steel Challenge: Rotating specialty events - BUG Matches: Backup gun format - .22 Rimfire Matches: Iron sights or optics welcome

Registration starts at 8:30 am, shooting begins at 9:00 am. Most matches wrap by 1:00 pm. Matches run rain or shine—unless lightning makes it genuinely unsafe.

IDPA (120 rounds): Handgun 9mm or larger, concealment holster, minimum 3 magazines, belt, mag holders, cover garment.

USPSA (250 rounds): Production handgun 9mm or larger, holster, 4+ magazines, mag carriers. Different divisions available—Limited, Open, Revolver, Carry Optics, PCC, Single Stack.

Steel Challenge: Varies by format. Pre-match primer available on their website.

BUG (100 rounds): 3.8" semi-auto (.380+) or 3" revolver (.38+). Holster optional. 3 magazines.

Rimfire (100 rounds): Pistol or rifle with iron sights or optics. 3 magazines.

Don't have everything? Club members will loan you gear. The rule is simple: show up safe, follow instructions, and have fun.

If you're already a 5 Dogs Range member, you don't pay the day use fee—come straight to the private range and pay match fees only.

Address: 20238 Woody Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308

From I-99 North: Exit 7th Standard Rd, head east 0.25 mi to Hwy 65, go north 11 miles, turn right on Famoso Rd for 6 miles, left on Tule Rd for 2.5 miles until Woody Rd, left 0.5 mile.

From I-99 South: Exit Famoso Rd, go east 15 miles, left on Tule Rd for 2.5 miles, left on Woody Rd for 0.5 mile.

Firearms stay unloaded except when shooting. When you arrive, keep your gun in a case or bag until a Safety Officer says "make ready." CCW holders: don't unload in your car. Walk up to a member, they'll guide you to a safe area to unload. After the match, reverse the process.

• •Eye and ear protection required. Hat recommended. Lt. Col. Jeff Cooper's 4 Rules of Gun Safety are non-negotiable.

First Wednesday after USPSA (usually first Wednesday of the month), 6:30 pm at Tony's Pizza, 4750 Coffee Rd, Bakersfield. Club provides pizza, salad, soft drinks. Discuss club business, shooting topics, and how to get involved.

Members genuinely want you to succeed. New shooters get guided through stages, taught safety, offered loaner equipment. There's zero gatekeeping—if you want to learn, they'll teach you. The club also focuses on Second Amendment advocacy, gun safety education, youth shooting sports, and local charity events.

First-time shooters: You don't need to watch—just come shoot. Bring your gun, ammo, magazines, and a willingness to be safe and have fun.

Note: SIG P320 and variants (X series, M17, M18) are not currently allowed at 5 Dogs matches.