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Dyersville Sportsman
2329 Sherwood Road, Earlville, IA
•4.7 (25 reviews)
•The Dyersville Sportsman's Club & Conservation Society is a non-profit organization operating a full outdoor recreation park in Earlville, Iowa—approximately 6 miles west of Dyersville and 3 miles east of Earlville. The club combines shooting sports, fishing, camping, and conservation in one 200+ ac...
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The Dyersville Sportsman's Club & Conservation Society is a non-profit organization operating a full outdoor recreation park in Earlville, Iowa—approximately 6 miles west of Dyersville and 3 miles east of Earlville. The club combines shooting sports, fishing, camping, and conservation in one 200+ acre setting.
Shooting Facilities - Long-range rifle range (members only, $20/year range fee required in addition to membership) - Pistol range (pistols only—no long guns permitted) - Archery range hosting competitive 3D shoots - Concrete shooting tables with member-provided targets - State-level field archery competitions held annually
Fishing & Water - Two fully-stocked ponds: catfish, bass, and bluegill - Pine tree coverage providing wildlife habitat - Members-only access
Camping & Lodging - 8 electrical hookups available - Primitive camping sites (no showers) - Dump station (added 2023) - 2025 rates: $15/night with electricity, $5/night without - Heated cabin rental: $35/day ($250 on wedding day), sleeps roughly 46 inside plus outdoor capacity - Cabin runs mid-April through late October with water; winter rentals available but no running water
Facilities - Multiple picnic shelters - Hiking trails with recent maintenance - Welcome Center with payment/information box
Membership is required to fish, camp, shoot, or use the cabin/shelters. 2025 options:
| Membership Type | Cost | Range Access |
|---|---|---|
| 1-year standard | $25 | Add $20/year |
| 1-year + range | $45 | Included |
| 5-year standard | $110 | Add $20/year |
| 5-year + range | $210 | Included (5 years) |
| Lifetime (age 65+) | Free* | Range extra |
- •*Must be a member 5 consecutive years before age 65
Household members can add range access for $20 each with signed waiver. Memberships can be picked up at Plum Creek Archery, Jeff's Auto, or directly from board members.
Every shooter must sign a Release & Waiver of Liability before range use. Parents/guardians must sign for anyone under 18.
- •Membership + waiver required for all range use
- •Shooters use concrete tables and provide their own targets
- •1-hour shooting limit when others are waiting
- •Pistol range: pistols only, no long guns
- •No shooting when farmers are in adjacent fields
- •Zero alcohol on the range
- •Pickup/trash removal mandatory
- •Members who violate rules forfeit membership
- •Report any damage or misuse immediately
- •Rifles range closed in July during State Field Shoot
Contact Al Becker at 563-590-6328. Rental includes 11 AM to 10 AM access. Winter rental available (bring your own firewood for wood stove). Wedding receptions available—must be club member with $100 deposit. If serving alcohol at events, host liability insurance required.
$100 refundable deposit (returned if cabin is clean and undamaged).
| Event | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Meeting | Feb 8 | 6:00 PM | Dyersville Legion Hall |
| Work Days | Apr 8 & 15 | 9:00 AM | Sportsman's Club |
| 3D Archery Bow Shoot | May 17-18 | 7:00 AM | Sportsman's Club |
| Annual 4-Person Best Shot | Jun 7 | 9:00 AM | Rolling Knolls |
| State Field Archery Shoot | Jul 13 | 9:00 AM | Sportsman's Club |
| Annual Steak Fry | Aug 2 | 5:00 PM | Sportsman's Club |
| 3D Archery Bow Shoot | Sep 6-7 | 7:00 AM | Sportsman's Club |
| Annual Fish Fry | Oct 11 | 4:30 PM | Oak Gardens |
Recent club achievements include grinding 30 tree stumps, maintaining ash tree removal, reinforcing gun range infrastructure, and adding a dump station for camping.
Hunter Safety programs offered twice yearly by Tim Nefzger (563-875-2282).
Physical Address: 2329 Sherwood Road, Earlville, IA 52041
Mailing: PO Box 163, Dyersville, IA 52040
From Dyersville: West on US 20, south on 310th Ave (County Road X-47), right on 230th St (gravel road), west 2 miles, left on Sherwood Road. Continue 0.3 miles—look for marker 2329 on right.
From Highway 20: South 1 mile on X47, right on 230th St (gravel), 2 miles west, left on Sherwood Road, 0.3 miles.
- •Website: dyersvillesportsman.org
- •Email: [email protected]
- •Facebook: Dyersville Sportsman's Club
- •President: Mike Brown (563-920-4190)
- •Cabin Rentals: Al Becker (563-590-6328)
- •Photos: Dan Olberding (563-875-8168)
The club is affiliated with the Delaware County Chapter of Pheasants Forever and maintains prairie grass habitat for nesting wild game birds and small mammals.