Plattsburgh Rod and Gun Club

Plattsburgh Rod and Gun Club sits at 7450 Route 9 North in Plattsburgh, NY, operating a 50-foot heated indoor range that handles rifle, pistol, and archery—all under one roof. This is the place if you need NYS pistol permit qualification or want consistent access to multiple disciplines.

Shooting Disciplines: - Rifle range (22 long rifle ammunition only for rifle shooting) - Pistol range (any caliber permitted) - Indoor archery range - Outdoor archery range (seasonal) - Third archery course available during warmer months

Instruction & Certification: - NYS Concealed Carry Pistol Permit Qualifications: 18-hour course (16 hours classroom theory + 2 hours practical range qualification). Two instructors run separate classes—David Boise (518-569-0908) and Ian Dunbar with Blue Talon Firearms Training (518-593-9074). Qualifications scheduled regularly throughout the year. - LEOSA HR 218 Qualifications: Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act certification for retired and active officers to carry concealed nationally - NRA Certified Rifle & Pistol Instructor Courses - Advanced Pistol Shooting courses

Competitive Programs: - Rough Riders Rifle Team - Plattsburgh State Rifle Team - High school air rifle tournaments - Rifle matches (monthly, seasonal) - USA Archery affiliated—Pin Shoots and open shoots throughout the year - IDPA-style pistol competitions

Youth: - Junior rifle program (Thursday appointments, limited to 8 participants per slot) - Junior shooting pass at $5 per range visit - Boy Scout overnight activities and camping at no cost - 4-H archery partnerships (Clinton County) - Youth archery birthday parties

Member Perks: - Free hunting, fishing, and boating access during daylight hours on club property - Lake access (Woodriff Pond adjacent to facility) - Clubhouse with kitchen, two bathrooms, meeting room, wood-burning stove - Shooting passes available but do NOT include 24/7 key access

Winter Schedule (Oct 15 - June 15): - Sunday: Pistol 12:00-2:30pm (IDPA), Archery 2:30-4:30pm - Monday: Beekmantown HS 3-5:15pm, SUNY Plattsburgh 5:00-7:30pm - Tuesday: Beekmantown HS 3-5:15pm, Rifle 6:00-7:30pm - Wednesday: Pistol 6:00-8:30pm (IDPA) - Thursday: Junior Rifle 4:30pm & 5:30pm (RSVP only) - Friday: Beekmantown HS 3-5:15pm, Pistol & Rifle 6:00pm - Saturday: Rifle & Pistol 11:00am - Every Third Saturday*: Ladies of Liberty 4:30-7:00pm

Summer Schedule (June 15 - Oct 15): - Sunday: Pistol 12:00-2:30pm (IDPA), Archery 2:40-4:30pm - Tuesday: Rifle 6:00pm - Wednesday: Pistol 6:00-9:00pm (IDPA) - Friday: Pistol & Rifle 6:00-8:00pm - Saturday: Rifle & Pistol 11:00am - Thursday Jr Rifle: By appointment only (RSVP, max 8 juniors)

• •Phone: 518-593-9074 (main club line)

Smoke & Tobacco Free Zone — The facility maintains a smoke-free and tobacco-free environment.

• •Firearms Used: .22 long rifle only for rifle shooting at the range. Any handgun caliber permitted for pistol.
• •USA Archery Affiliation: Officially recognized USA Archery club as of September 2024
• •Special Events: Holiday parties, turkey shoots, law enforcement fundraiser matches, and local youth tournaments
• •School Partnerships: Hosts Beekmantown High School and SUNY Plattsburgh marksmanship teams
• •School Air Rifle Tournaments: Regular hosting of high school air rifle events and Eastern Collegiate Rifle Conference Championships
• •Leadership: Managed by Club President Ian Dunbar (518-593-9074)

Fill out the 2025-2026 Membership Form and either mail it to:

Plattsburgh Rod & Gun Club Attn: Ian J Dunbar 1254 Route 9B Champlain, NY 12919

Or bring it with cash or check when visiting during operating hours. Online payment available via credit card.

• •Anti-Discrimination Statement: The club does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.