Clearwater County Extension

Clearwater County Extension/Ruffy Brook is a public shooting range located in Clearbrook, Minnesota, offering outdoor firearms training and practice opportunities for the local community. Maintained by Clearwater County, this facility provides a safe, designated area for shooters of various skill levels to develop and maintain their marksmanship abilities.

The range supports a variety of shooting disciplines:

• •Rifle shooting - Long-range and mid-range rifle practice
• •Pistol and handgun - Centerfire and rimfire pistol training
• •Shotgun - Shotgun practice and firearm familiarization

As a county-maintained public facility, Clearwater County Extension/Ruffy Brook offers:

• •Outdoor shooting grounds with designated range areas
• •Target range setup infrastructure
• •Parking area for convenient access
• •Open daily with potential seasonal hour adjustments

This Minnesota shooting range operates under Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) guidelines and applies standard firearm safety protocols. All shooters must:

• •Remain within designated range areas only
• •Pack out all trash and spent targets
• •Follow all applicable Minnesota hunting and firearm regulations
• •Adhere to any seasonal hour restrictions

The facility is designed for responsible gun owners seeking a public venue for target practice, hunting preparation, and firearm skill development in a controlled outdoor environment.