Blair County Game, Fish and Forestry Association
The Blair County Game, Fish and Forestry Association has been operating since 1920 in Riggles Gap, just north of Altoona. What started as a conservation organization has become the hub for shooting sports, hunting, and outdoor recreation in Blair County. The club sits on over 500 acres with a native...
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The Blair County Game, Fish and Forestry Association has been operating since 1920 in Riggles Gap, just north of Altoona. What started as a conservation organization has become the hub for shooting sports, hunting, and outdoor recreation in Blair County.
The club sits on over 500 acres with a native trout stream open to public use. Their property includes:
- •Shooting ranges: 5 yards to 300 yards
- •Trap ranges: Shoot most Sundays throughout the year and Tuesday evenings (seasonal)
- •50ft indoor range: Available for special events
- •Trout pond: Members-only, stocked year-round
- •Hiking trails throughout the property
- •Chief Logan Lodge: Available for rental, along with pavilion and outdoor kitchen
The club operates 8:30am until dusk, every day. Call 814-942-8522 for details on specific programs and ranges.
22LR Pistol League - Running 10 weeks per season (practice starts November, league runs January through March). Shoots NRA Bullseye format indoors at 50 feet off-hand. Entry is $4 per night ($2 for shooters under 18). You need 8 of 10 weeks for score. Shoots consist of: - 10 shots slow fire (10 minutes) - 5 shots timed fire in 20 seconds - 5 shots timed fire in 20 seconds - 5 shots rapid fire in 10 seconds - 5 shots rapid fire in 10 seconds
No cash prizes. All skill levels welcome and you don't have to attend every week.
- •Other Competitive Events:
- •Centerfire Pistol Silhouette Shoot
- •22 Rifle Silhouette Shoot
- •22LR Groundhog Shoot
- •Bottlecap Shoots
- •Trap shooting leagues
- •Bullseye matches
The club emphasizes teaching the next generation:
- •4-H air rifle team - Youth participants have earned county, state, and individual championships
- •Youth air rifle practice - Regular sessions (note: canceled occasionally due to weather)
- •Youth shooting programs - General instruction and competitive opportunities
- •Hunter Safety Education - Certified courses
- •Archery programs - Including 3D archery events scheduled for 2026
Members have competed county, state, and nationwide in various disciplines. Awards include Tri-County Trap League championships, 4-H air rifle titles, and sub-junior muzzleloader competitions.
- •Tuckahoe Valley Militia - Muzzleloader club that meets at the property
- •Blair County Sharpshooters - Competitive shooting group
- •Keystone Sportsmen for Youth - Youth education focus
- •Blair Women Take Aim - Women's shooting programs
The Chief Logan Lodge, pavilion, and outdoor kitchen are available for private rental events. Contact the club for pricing and availability.
Beyond shooting sports, the club focuses on:
- •Game and wildlife preservation
- •Fish management (including the stocked trout pond)
- •Forest conservation and fire suppression
- •Promotion of sportsmanship and outdoor appreciation
- •Honey bee apiary on property
- •Maple tree tapping programs
The club operates an online shop for members and non-members. Items can be picked up at the facility or shipped to your home. Membership information and current newsletters are available on their website.
Address: 301 Riggles Gap Sportsmen Rd, Altoona, PA 16601
Phone: 814-942-8522
Hours: Every day, 8:30am until dusk
Weather: The club maintains its own weather station for conditions at the property.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
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