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New Pioneer Gun Club
Des Moines, IA
•New Pioneer Gun Club operates a shotgun-only facility in Waukee, Iowa, about 30 minutes west of Des Moines. The club specializes in clay target sports with four different shooting disciplines available to members and day shooters. The club maintains dedicated ranges for: Trap - $7.00 per 25 targets ...
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New Pioneer Gun Club operates a shotgun-only facility in Waukee, Iowa, about 30 minutes west of Des Moines. The club specializes in clay target sports with four different shooting disciplines available to members and day shooters.
The club maintains dedicated ranges for:
- •Trap - $7.00 per 25 targets
- •Skeet - $7.00 per 25 targets
- •Sporting Clays - $7.75 per 25 targets
- •5 Stand - $7.75 per 25 targets
They recently renovated Field 3 and added championship signage across the property, with expanded lighting to extend shooting seasons.
| Membership Type | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Annual | $225 | Regular shooters |
| 60-Day | $70 | Try-before-you-buy |
| Junior | $100 | Youth shooters |
| Lifetime | Varies | Long-term commitment |
Members get first access to component sales, priority information on leagues and events, and discounted rates on all shooting disciplines.
Free FFL Transfers - New Pioneer members receive unlimited free Federal Firearms License transfers when purchasing firearms from other dealers. The club handles all paperwork and processing.
The club invested heavily in upgrades this year, including: - Renovated upstairs kitchen - Redesigned downstairs VIP room - Completely renovated Field 3 - New championship field signage - Enhanced lighting system
The club hosts the Des Moines Clay Crushers youth team, with coaching and youth committee leadership. Owen McConville IV serves as coach and youth committee chair.
New Pioneer prioritizes firearms safety with a dedicated safety page, comprehensive safety video, and required annual safety orientation for all members. They've produced discipline-specific safety videos for skeet, trap, and sporting clays. The club enforces strict rules: no firearms after alcohol consumption, eye and ear protection required, and all members must complete safety training annually.
"At New Pioneer, we place the highest priority on the safety and well-being of our members, board members, and guests."
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday-Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday-Thursday | 10 am - 6 pm |
| Friday-Sunday | 9 am - 5 pm |
Address: 31454 312th Place, Waukee, Iowa 50263 Phone: 515-987-4415 Email: [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/waukeeNPGC Instagram: instagram.com/newpioneergunclub
Note: Check the club calendar before weekend visits—organized events frequently alter hours or close the facility. Membership hours may vary seasonally.
"Great place to shoot! Friendly and welcoming staff team!" - Johnathan Bishop ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I have been a member for over 30 years. This club has offered me the opportunity to improve my shooting skills. It has also offered the opportunity to meet new friends." - Gary Kaput ⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Great place to go shoot skeet, trap, and sporting clays. Love bringing my family out with me to shoot up some clay targets." - Andy Skeel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐