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Weeping Water Gun Club

Weeping Water
29.1 miles from Omaha

Weeping Water Gun Club operates as a corporation owned by its members, incorporated in 1986. Located at 3590 Scenic Drive in Weeping Water, Nebraska, the club sits one and a half miles southeast of town and provides dedicated outdoor ranges for both pistol and rifle disciplines. The club maintains m...

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Weeping Water Gun Club

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Weeping Water Gun Club operates as a corporation owned by its members, incorporated in 1986. Located at 3590 Scenic Drive in Weeping Water, Nebraska, the club sits one and a half miles southeast of town and provides dedicated outdoor ranges for both pistol and rifle disciplines.

The club maintains multiple covered shooting areas:

  • Covered pistol range with movable target holders
  • Covered rifle range with target holders positioned at 50, 100, and 200 yards
  • Restroom facilities and 120-volt electricity
  • Access for members and their guests only

Weeping Water Gun Club hosts a full competitive calendar throughout the year. The 2025 schedule includes:

Pistol Disciplines: - CMP Service Pistol (.22 and centerfire) - Olympic Rapid-Fire Pistol (.22) - Precision Bullseye Pistol (2700 match) - Standard Pistol (.22) - NRA Revolver Match - Free Pistol Match - International Centerfire Pistol - Bowling Pin Shooting (revolvers and semi-automatics) - ISSF Pistol Matches

Rifle Disciplines: - High Power Rifle (50 rd NMC) - CMP Garand / Bolt / Modern Military - M1 Carbine / Any Rifle-Sights - Smallbore Prone - Sporting High Power Rifle - Rimfire Challenge (2-gun match: .22 rifle + .22 handgun) - Hunter Sight-In events

Cornhusker State Games Host: Weeping Water Gun Club is home to the annual Cornhusker State Games shooting events, including the prestigious Governors' Ten centerfire pistol match held in July.

The club offers a structured pistol clinic (usually late May or early June) running Saturday afternoons 12:30-5:30 PM. The program includes:

  • Safety lecture and equipment inspection
  • Hands-on instruction for all skill levels
  • Use of both .22 and centerfire pistols
  • Focus on fundamentals: stance, grip, sight picture, breathing, trigger control
  • Participants should bring 300-400 rounds of .22 ammo and a box of centerfire ammo

Instructor: Dr. William Schlichtemeier, Sports Director (402-677-2456)

Nebraska's elite pistol competition, fired as part of the Cornhusker State Games in July. The match features two disciplines:

Precision: Six series of five shots in up to six minutes, one-handed at a bullseye target.

Duel: Six series of five shots at a turning target that faces for three seconds, edges for seven, then faces again—one shot only as each target faces.

Equipment options: .38 revolver, 9mm, or .32 pistol. Top ten marksmen receive a patch, pin, and certificate signed by the Governor.

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Annual Dues$100 joining before July 1; $50 joining July 1 - September 30; $25 after October 1
Initiation Fee$50
Membership YearJanuary 1 - December 31

Required for membership: - Proof of background check (Nebraska State Handgun Purchase Certificate, County Gun Purchase Certificate, or Nebraska Conceal Carry Permit) - Completed, signed Range Rules form - No firearms permitted at membership meetings

New member orientation meetings are scheduled approximately once monthly (second or third week) at 6:30 PM. Prospective members must RSVP via email by the previous Wednesday to confirm the meeting will be held.

Weeping Water Gun Club's stated mission includes:

  • Organize shooting events among members and guests
  • Promote education and encouragement of organized rifle and pistol sports
  • Encourage good citizenship, sportsmanship, honesty, self-discipline, and teamwork
  • Improve safe handling and proper care of firearms
  • Promote excellence in marksmanship and competitive shooting
  • Provide a safe location for firearm discharge
  • Teach family members safe gun handling

The club is non-discriminatory and welcomes shooters of all skill levels, including juniors, women, novices, and experienced competitors.

The club offers multiple opportunities to prepare for major competitions:

Pre-Cornhusker State Games Events (May-June): - May event: Warm-up match to acclimate shooters to range commands - June training day: Safety lecture, equipment inspection, and marksmanship instruction - June practice match: Full replica of competition format

Board of directors elected from membership. Annual member meeting held mid-January at Chalco Hills (9:00 AM) with membership renewals and board elections.

Mailing Address: Weeping Water Gun Club PO BOX 751 Boys Town, NE 68010-0751

Event Directors: - Dave Kurle (Bowling Pin): 402-516-8447 - George Sefzik (Hunter Sight-In, 4H Program): 402-697-1518 - Rich Layendecker (High Power, CMP, M1 Carbine): 402-659-3237 - Dr. William Schlichtemeier (Pistol events, Sports Director): 402-677-2456 - Dan Gillespie (Rimfire Challenge): 402-618-5943 - Larry K: 402-769-6673

  • Eye and ear protection required for all shooters and spectators. Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) / Safety Flag required.

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

  • Members and guests only (non-members may compete in matches)
  • Eye and ear protection required for all shooters and spectators
  • Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI)/Safety Flag required
  • No firearms permitted at membership meetings
  • Membership dues and initiation fee required
Pro Tips for Visiting
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Covered pistol range with movable target holders
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Covered rifle range with target holders positioned at 50, 100, and 200 yards
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Restroom facilities and 120-volt electricity
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Access for members and their guests only
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CMP Service Pistol (.22 and centerfire)
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Olympic Rapid-Fire Pistol (.22)

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