Andover's Sportsmen's Club
Andover Sportsmen's Club operates from a facility in North Andover, Massachusetts (accessible via Route 93 Exit 35 or Route 114 through Harold Parker Road). The club maintains separate ranges for different disciplines and hosts both competitive leagues and beginner instruction. Indoor Pistol Range –...
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Andover Sportsmen's Club operates from a facility in North Andover, Massachusetts (accessible via Route 93 Exit 35 or Route 114 through Harold Parker Road). The club maintains separate ranges for different disciplines and hosts both competitive leagues and beginner instruction.
- •Indoor Pistol Range – Hosts competitive .22 caliber pistol leagues, NRA Basic Pistol classes, pistol accuracy training, and youth instruction
- •Outdoor Rifle & Pistol Ranges – Open daily with dedicated training areas
- •Trap Ranges – Multiple fields for trap, skeet, and 5-stand shotgun shooting (Sunday trap sessions run 9am-12pm)
- •Archery Ranges – Indoor archery league with scheduled sessions throughout the week; outdoor 3D archery shoots
- •Axe Range & Fire Pit – Dedicated axe throwing area with instruction available
The club offers NRA-certified instruction:
| Course | Details |
|---|---|
| NRA Basic Pistol – MA LTC Class | Full-day certification course for Massachusetts License to Carry |
| Beginner Archery (Youth & Adults) | 4-week sessions with USA Archery Level III coaching; max 10 participants per session |
| Introduction to Axe Throwing | Hands-on instruction with club equipment |
| Hunter Education | Certification course for hunting licenses |
| Youth Firearms Safety | Age-appropriate firearm fundamentals and safety |
| First Aid & CPR/AED Training | In-service training available to members |
| Trauma Training – Stop the Bleed | Emergency response certification |
| Beginner's Trap & Shotgun Shooting | NRA Basic Shotgun instruction |
| Pistol Accuracy Class | Technique-focused training for members |
| Practical Pistol Cleaning | Hands-on maintenance and equipment care |
2026 Membership Dues: $130/year, due by December 31st. New member entrance fees vary by join date ($130-$380).
- •.22 Caliber Pistol League – Weekly competitive shooting on Tuesdays at 6:00pm
- •Indoor Archery League – Multiple sessions throughout the week (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays)
- •Sunday Trap – 9:00am-12:00pm every Sunday
- •Thursday Skeet – Field #1, 5:00pm
- •Quarterly Archery League – Seasonal competition
- •3D Archery Shoots – Outdoor competitive events
The club runs year-round social programming:
- •Sunday Breakfast (7:30-9:00am)
- •Monthly ASC Cribbage Tournament (every 4th Thursday, pizza and drinks at 5:30pm)
- •Ladies Night – including pistol cleaning instruction and social gatherings
- •July 4th Weekend Tailgate Cookout & Fireworks
- •Children's Easter Egg Hunt
- •Children's Fishing Derby
- •Children's Christmas Party
- •Pig Roast
- •Deep Sea Fishing Trip
- •Social gatherings with pool, cards, and Patriots football
- •BBQ & Smoke Meat classes with axe throwing
The property includes a clubhouse available for member gatherings, with kitchen facilities for events and meals. Law enforcement agencies including Andover Police, West Newbury Police, Chelsea PD, and Merrimack College use the training ranges.
Membership is required to use ranges and participate in most activities. Members receive:
- •Key card access to the facility
- •Discounted or free participation in many classes and events
- •Access to all shooting ranges during posted hours
- •Member-only leagues and competitions
New member applications are processed year-round, with different entrance fees depending on join month (September-December fees are higher to account for prorated 2026 membership).
The club holds regular work parties (spring and fall) where volunteers help maintain ranges and grounds. Tasks include field cleanup, power washing, wood cutting, and landscaping. Participants receive free breakfast and lunch, plus entry into prize drawings.
- •Address: 655 Middleton Road, North Andover, MA
- •From Route 114: Take Harold Parker Road into the forest, travel 1.1 miles to STOP sign, turn right onto Middleton Road, continue 0.6 miles and look for the club sign.
- •From Route 93: Exit 35 North (Route 125), travel 2.8 miles to State Police Barracks traffic lights, turn right onto Harold Parker Road, travel 1.4 miles to STOP sign, turn left onto Jenkins Road for 0.7 miles, right onto Salem Street for 0.3 miles, look for club sign on left.
The club is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and membership. President Mike Pasco has committed to finishing projects on time, improving facilities and landscaping, increasing transparency with membership communication, and supporting Second Amendment rights organizations including the NRA and GOAL.
Fire Restrictions Active
Check current conditions before visiting. Smoking and open flames may be prohibited.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Membership required for range access
- •Eye and ear protection required at all times
- •All firearms must be unloaded except on the firing line
- •Range safety rules strictly enforced
- •Age restrictions apply to youth programs
- •Participants in archery must be able to draw a bow of approximately 14-20 pounds
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