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New Haven Raccoon Club
Durham
•22.9 miles from Hartford
The New Haven Raccoon Club has been serving Connecticut sportsmen since 1907, operating on 80 acres in the historic town of Durham. The club brings together roughly 300 hunters, archers, shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts—men, women, and families—for competitive events, skills practice, and camarader...
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The New Haven Raccoon Club has been serving Connecticut sportsmen since 1907, operating on 80 acres in the historic town of Durham. The club brings together roughly 300 hunters, archers, shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts—men, women, and families—for competitive events, skills practice, and camaraderie.
Shooting & Archery Facilities: - 100-yard rifle range - Professional trap shooting facility (open to public Sundays 9am-1pm, Wednesdays 6pm-9pm) - State-of-the-art archery range with variable distance shooting - 3D archery course with raised treestand platform (30 targets spread across property)
Other Resources: - Stocked trout pond with seasonal fishing - Stocked pheasant hunts (seasonal) - Family picnic and camping areas
The club hosts events open to the public throughout the year:
| Event | Frequency | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 3D Archery Shoots | Monthly | Public events, $15 adults (kids discounted), food available |
| Ham Shoot & Youth Shoot | Annual | $3 per target shot, guns/ammo provided, youth .22 shoot |
| Glow Trap | Winter | Night shooting with UV lights, $5 members / $10 non-members per round |
| Fishing Derby | May | Members & families, pond stocked, breakfast served, youth .22 shoot |
| St Jude Trap Fundraiser | Annual | $50 per shooter, 2 events (50 singles, 50 wobbles), pizza included |
Training & Education: - NRA Pistol Safety and Training ($125 for non-members, full-day course) - Hunter Safety and Education programs - Boy Scout and youth activities
"To afford the opportunity for the expression of good fellowship among hunters, and associated men, women, and their families, and to preserve and enjoy the rights of hunting, fishing, and shooting sports."
The club also conducts programs relating to fish and wildlife, and welcomes scouts, students, and scholars of all ages to the property for educational fieldtrips.
Location: 853 New Haven Road, Durham, CT 06422 | Phone: 860-349-9034
Prospective members should contact Membership Chairman Hans Pederson at [email protected]
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Trap range open to public Sundays 9am-1pm and Wednesdays 6pm-9pm only
- •Some events are members-only (check event descriptions)
- •NRA Pistol Permit courses require advance registration
- •Membership required for certain facilities and events
- •Eye and ear protection required
Pro Tips for Visiting
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100-yard rifle range
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Professional [trap shooting](/handbook/trap-shooting) facility (open to public Sundays 9am-1pm, Wednesdays 6pm-9pm)
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State-of-the-art [archery](/handbook/archery) range with variable distance shooting
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3D archery course with raised treestand platform (30 targets spread across property)
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Stocked trout pond with seasonal fishing
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Stocked pheasant hunts (seasonal)
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