Itasca Gun Club is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit run entirely by volunteers in Grand Rapids, MN. They own and operate multiple shooting ranges, host training classes, and run competitive shooting events—all without a retail storefront or paid staff. The club operates both indoor and outdoor ranges: Indoor R...
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Itasca Gun Club is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit run entirely by volunteers in Grand Rapids, MN. They own and operate multiple shooting ranges, host training classes, and run competitive shooting events—all without a retail storefront or paid staff.
The club operates both indoor and outdoor ranges:
Ranges are free to use for members; open to public at all times (membership not required to shoot).
| Class Type | Schedule | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Carry Permit | Monthly (check calendar) | $75 one-day |
| Women-Only Carry Permit | As scheduled | $75 |
| MN DNR Youth Firearms Safety | Various dates | Varies |
| Adult Firearms Safety (non-permit) | Various dates | Varies |
| Mother-Daughter Youth Safety | As scheduled | Varies |
Certified Itasca instructors teach all classes. Classes meet Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) requirements. They also teach Train-the-Trainer programs for both youth and adult permit instruction.
Weekly Indoor Programs - Monday Nights (5-8 PM): Open indoor range—bring your own firearm - Pistols and Coffee: Wednesday & Friday mornings (8:30 AM-1 PM)—informal pistol shooting - .45 Bullseye League: Wednesday 4-6 PM (precision pistol) - .22 Bullseye League: Thursday 3-7 PM (precision pistol) - Youth .22 Rifle Team: Tuesday nights (competitive training) - Arrowhead .22 Rifle League: Wednesday nights (Grand Rapids or Virginia location)
Outdoor Programs - Itasca Action Pistol: Weekly shooting stages (tactical/practical pistol) - Service Rifle Shooting: Organized matches - Silhouette Shooting: Benchrest and other formats - Mini Palma .22 Rimfire Matches: Long-range .22 competitions - Hunter Sight-In Days: Seasonal rifle zeroing
Other events rotate seasonally: lever action matches, muzzleloader competitions, 100-year rifle matches.
| Membership Type | Cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $40/year | Year-round range access |
| Senior | $28/year | Year-round range access |
| Family | $40/year | Spouses & children under 18 |
Membership not required to shoot—ranges open to public. Membership supports club operations and volunteer-run programs.
Join or renew through club, and NRA will credit club with a commission if you also sign up for NRA membership.
| Address | Use |
|---|---|
| 10000 Arbo Road, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 | Clubhouse/indoor range/classes |
| 28716 Prairie Lake Road, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 | Outdoor ranges |
| PO Box 201, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 | Mailing address |
Range temporarily closes for scheduled events, training, and construction. Always check the online calendar before visiting.
Itasca Gun Club is affiliated with: - National Rifle Association (NRA) - US Civilian Marksmanship Program - National Shooting Sports Foundation - US Shooting Association
The club actively pursues grants (Friends of the NRA, NRA Foundation) to develop and improve facilities. Volunteers welcome grant leads and facility improvement ideas.
This is a grassroots operation run by shooters for shooters. No corporate overhead, no fancy retail space—just volunteers maintaining ranges and running programs because they care about shooting sports, hunter education, and community. The $40 membership gets your entire family year-round access to maintained indoor and outdoor facilities. Classes meet state requirements at fair prices. Open to beginners and experienced shooters alike.
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