Tuscola County Conservation Club

Tuscola County Conservation Club has been the hub of recreational and competitive shooting in central Michigan since 1933. What started nearly a century ago is now a full-service shooting facility with multiple range types, organized leagues, certified instruction, and a focus on family involvement and proper firearm safety.

TCCC maintains some of the best clay and rifle shooting infrastructure in Michigan:

• •(2) Skeet Fields – Trap-launched clay targets from two stations, targets thrown diagonally and directly
• •(1) Trap Field – Standardized trap shooting with 4¼-inch clay discs launched at 42 mph
• •(1) 5-Stand Course – 27 unique target presentations including rabbits, incomers, outgoing, crossers, ducks, pheasants, and quail coveys
• •Covered 300-Yard Rifle Range – Three distance lines (100, 200, 300 yards) with overhead protection and lighting
• •Covered Rimfire Pistol Range – 25-yard pistol bay for precision practice
• •Tactical Bay – Scenario and dynamic shooting training space
• •Youth Rimfire Area – Dedicated range for junior shooters
• •Club House – Indoor gathering and classroom space

All ranges are lighted and covered, designed for year-round use in Michigan weather.

Trap is a sport of timing and accuracy—shooters call "pull" and engage 4¼-inch clay discs launched at 42 mph. People of all ages compete together. Nine-year-olds and 90-year-olds shoot the same event. The hit counts if you break any piece of the target.

Developed in 1915 to give hunters more shooting angles than trap. Targets are thrown from two points on the field, crossing in front of the shooter and at various angles. It's closer to actual hunting situations.

Called "the closest thing to actual field shooting" in shotgun sports. Six different clay target sizes simulate hunting conditions for ducks, pheasants, and rabbits. The 6-stand course at TCCC has 25 different machines with varied presentations.

• •Public Hours: Thursdays 6–8 p.m., Sundays 1–4 p.m. Shotgun shells available for purchase with each round.

• •Begins: May 8, 2025 (Thursday/Sunday)
• •Cost: $40 (8 rounds included)
• •Practice rounds: Standard club fees; buy a practice card, get 1 free
• •Contact: John Hardaker (810) 252-1532 | [email protected]

• •Three gauges: 20, 28, 410
• •Begins: May 8, 2025 (Thursday/Sunday)
• •Cost: $40 (9 rounds included)
• •Practice rounds: Standard fees; buy practice card, get 1 free
• •Contact: Doug Kline (989) 673-7938 | [email protected]

• •200 total targets across February–March
• •Cost: $30 to shoot all 200 targets
• •Flexibility: Shoot Thursday or Sunday; missed rounds can be made up
• •Dinner served at 6 p.m. (volunteer-based)

TCCC hosts certified CPL (Concealed Pistol License) classes and advanced pistol training through Eric Stevens, NRA Certified Firearms Instructor and owner of 1791 Tactical Arms Training.

• •Duration: 8 hours (classroom + range time)
• •Cost: $120
• •Includes: Legal instruction by law enforcement officer, all classroom material, range time
• •Lunch provided
• •No experience required
• •Dates: February 7, 2026 | April 11, 2026
• •Minimum: 5 students
• •Firearms rentals available upon request
• •Contact: (810) 441-3560 | [email protected]

• •Prerequisite: CPL or Basic Pistol course completion
• •Cost: $250 (or $350 with ammunition)
• •Topics: Stance, grip, drawing from holster, reloading, malfunctions, target transitions
• •Required: Pistol, OWB holster with retention, 300+ rounds ammo, 3 magazines, double mag pouch
• •Minimum: 3 students | Lunch included

• •Prerequisite: Advanced Pistol I completion (1791 TAT or comparable)
• •Cost: $250 (or $350 with ammunition)
• •Topics: AP1 review, moving while shooting, shooting from cover, shooting from ground, concealed carry draw
• •Required: Pistol, OWB holster, concealed carry holster, 350+ rounds ammo, 3 magazines, double mag pouch
• •Minimum: 3 students | Lunch included

TCCC runs Women's Basic Pistol Workshop (NRA certified instruction): - What you'll learn: Safety rules, pistol operation (semi-automatic & revolver), grip/stance/aiming/sight alignment/trigger control, ammunition selection, handgun selection, intro to competitive shooting - Includes: All firearms, ammunition, eye/ear protection, lunch - Cost: $35 - Instructor: NRA Certified, experienced range safety officer - Age: 18+ (exceptions case-by-case) - Contact: Andrea (810) 252-1625 | [email protected]

TCCC rents facilities for: - Corporate outings - Church events - Bachelor/bachelorette parties - Company training - Group lessons

Popular events include skeet (25 shots/round), 6-stand (50 shots/round), and tactical rifle/pistol scenario shooting. Available 7 days a week with advance notice.

Rental contacts: - Doug Kline: (989) 673-7938 | [email protected] - John Hardaker: (810) 252-1532 | [email protected]

• •Valid: 7 days/week, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
• •Includes: All immediate family members
• •Required: Orientation attendance (new members)
• •Gate key: $10 replacement fee if lost; sharing key = membership revocation
• •Online signup: Full application + orientation date selection required

"We believe in a gun club with resources that promote family involvement and fellowship. Our objectives are to preserve and encourage participation in recreational and organized competitive shooting sports, with attention on the safety and education of firearm skills."

• •22 Rimfire Bullseye – Junior precision rifle competition
• •Youth Rimfire Practice – Dedicated range with covered bay
• •Family-friendly environment – Annual membership covers entire immediate family

• •Friends of Tuscola County Conservation Club
• •Whitetails Unlimited
• •Civilian Marksmanship Program

1060 Gun Club Road, Caro, Michigan 48734

• •Members: 7 days/week, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
• •Public drop-in: Thursday 6–8 p.m., Sunday 1–4 p.m. (trap/skeet)
• •Mail: P.O. Box 278, Caro, MI 48723
• •Email: [email protected]

Leadership: - President: Doug Kline (989) 673-7938 - Vice President: John Hardaker (810) 252-1532

Tuscola County Conservation Club emphasizes honesty, integrity, good fellowship, self-discipline, and team play—the foundation of sportsmanship and safe shooting communities.