Fulton County Sportsmen's Club

Fulton County Sportsmen's Club has been serving hunters, shooters, and outdoorsmen since 1949. The club evolved from the Fulton County Coon Hunters Association formed in the 1930s, eventually building its clubhouse on 33 acres of property just north of Wauseon on County Road 14.

Membership is $100 per calendar year (January 1 – December 31, non-prorated) and covers you, your spouse, and any children under 18 in your household. Life memberships are available for $1,000.

The club currently maintains approximately 150 life members and 120 annual members

With membership, you get:

• •24-hour range access (no lighting for night shooting)
• •Access to all 6 shooting bays
• •Trap range practice and match participation
• •Pond fishing and non-motorized watercraft use
• •Voting rights and participation in club governance
• •Access to organized competitive shoots

The facility includes 6 dedicated shooting bays:

Bay 1 features berms at both 100 and 200 yards, making it ideal for rifles and longer-distance precision work. Bays 2-6 are designed for closer-range work with pistols, shotguns, and rifles under 50 yards.

A trap range operates at the clubhouse during trap season, typically opening Thursday evenings at 4:00 PM. The range closes during scheduled trap matches and event setup.

The club regularly hosts:

• •Trap shoots (weekly during season)
• •Pistol matches (monthly organized matches)
• •USPSA competitions (United States Practical Shooting Association)
• •IDPA matches (International Defensive Pistol Association)
• •Steel shoots (steel target competitions)
• •Rifle matches (scheduled throughout the year)

A full calendar is posted on the club website and Facebook page.

Range rules are strict and non-negotiable. All shooting follows the S.A.F.E. principles:

• •Safe Direction – Firearms always pointed downrange
• •Always Loaded – Treat every gun as loaded
• •Finger Off Trigger – Until ready to fire
• •Environment – Know your target and backstop

Key range rules:

• •All fired rounds must impact the berms—shooting over berms is strictly prohibited
• •Clean up after yourself; leave the range cleaner than you found it
• •No wildlife shooting or hunting on club property
• •Concealed carry is permitted; all S.A.F.E. rules apply if you handle the gun
• •Do not handle another shooter's firearm without permission
• •Pick up your brass unless you have permission to take someone else's (they may reload)

• •Abusive behavior, deliberate property damage, or safety violations result in immediate action. Call 911 for emergencies.

The club's mission emphasizes youth education and safety:

• •Annual Kids Day event
• •FFA Trap Shoot (hosted annually)
• •4-H On The Range programs
• •Annual Coon Supper (January) – Fundraiser supporting youth activities
• •Firearm and archery safety education

New members must attend a General Meeting held the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM at the clubhouse. Membership applications are processed after the meeting. Membership renewals can happen at any club event.

Memberships expire December 31st annually. If your membership lapses, you lose range access—no exceptions.

For Firearms Training/CCW Classes:

At least one instructor must be a club member. All instructors need proof of liability insurance (updated annually) naming Fulton County Sportsmen's Club. Schedule at least one month in advance.

Bays 1 and 2 remain available to members and cannot be reserved. Maximum 3 bays may be reserved at once.

For Social Events:

The clubhouse seats up to 250 people with air conditioning, heat, and city water. A full kitchen is available (you supply cookware). Tables and chairs are included but must be set up and broken down by renters.

Rental rates (2025): - Rental Fee: $500 - Returnable Deposit: $500 - Early key pickup (night before): +$50

Payment by money order, cashier's check, or cash only (no personal checks). The deposit guarantees your date and is refunded within two weeks if the facility is left clean with no damage.

• •Address: 7700 County Road 14, Wauseon, OH 43567

The club is located ¾ mile north of Wauseon on County Road 14, directly behind Walmart (intersection of Route 2 and County Road 14). A sign marks the entrance. For emergencies on the range, call 911 and reference the County Road 14 location.

Officers (2025):

• •President: Greg Ruger – 419-583-7662
• •Vice President: Peter Hayes – 330-272-5237 (Memberships & Range Inquiries)
• •Secretary: Lianna Baldwin – 567-454-2596
• •Treasurer/Grant Coordinator: Gaynell Wamer – 419-356-9984
• •Range Manager: Peter Hayes – 330-272-5237

General meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. The annual meeting (election of officers) occurs the first Tuesday in November. All members are encouraged to attend and participate in club governance.

Mailing Address: Fulton County Sportsmen's Club P.O. Box 151 Wauseon, OH 43567

For Specific Inquiries: - Memberships: Peter Hayes – 330-272-5237 - Trap Shoots: Lianna Baldwin – 567-454-2596 or [email protected] - Rentals: Greg Ruger – 419-583-7662 or [email protected] - Range/Pistol Matches: Peter Hayes – 330-272-5237 or [email protected]