Caldwell County Sportsman Club
Caldwell County Sportsman Club operates Jones-Keeney WMA Range as a no-cost resource for shooters of all skill levels. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit is laser-focused on keeping this range open and accessible—they've explicitly stated they oppose turning it into a private or pay-to-use facility. The range ...
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Caldwell County Sportsman Club operates Jones-Keeney WMA Range as a no-cost resource for shooters of all skill levels. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit is laser-focused on keeping this range open and accessible—they've explicitly stated they oppose turning it into a private or pay-to-use facility.
The range currently hosts scheduled events for:
- •Archery - Free bag target range (field points only, no broadheads) open 7 days a week, 9 AM to sunset. Equipment loans available for new archers and youth.
- •Airguns - .22 caliber and smaller only
- •Shotguns - Turkey shot loads only (no buckshot or slugs)
- •Trap shooting - Community trap days held seasonally
All events are open to the public. The club also hosts free community shoots—check their Facebook for the schedule. A free 3D archery shoot is scheduled for June 1, 2025.
A December 2021 tornado damaged the forest behind the range's berm, creating a safety issue. Archery Club Road sits 700 yards downrange. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources now requires major restrictions:
- •NRA-certified Range Safety Officers at all events
- •WMA User Permits filed 30+ days in advance
- •Limited ammunition types to ensure safety
KDFWR is planning an Overhead Baffle System to make the range fully functional again. Latest estimate: $1.25 million. The club is fundraising to cover the state's matching portion and working with local government on a path forward.
CCSC gives back through:
- •Free youth archery equipment (funded by Walmart grants totaling $3,500)
- •Caldwell Co. 4-H Sharpshooters practice facility (Tuesday evenings, March–September)
- •Free trap days and turkey gun patterning events
- •Free community events (3D shoots, kids' activities)
"People need a place to shoot their firearms and archery. This is free and safe." - CCSC leadership
Watch local radio and their Facebook page for event schedules. All club events require NRA-certified RSOs and advance registration. Questions about upcoming shoots? Contact President Adam Cruzen at (270) 963-1738 or [email protected].
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Field points only on bag targets - no broadheads
- •Airguns limited to .22 caliber and smaller
- •Shotguns limited to turkey shot loads only - no buckshot or slugs
- •All events require WMA User Permit and advance scheduling
- •Events must be posted on KDFWR calendar at least 30 days in advance
- •NRA-certified Range Safety Officer required at all events
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