Halifax County Gun Club
Halifax County Gun Club started in 1973 and has grown into a serious shooting destination on 100 acres of owned property near South Boston, Virginia. In 1979, the National Skeet Shooting Association recognized them as Gun Club of the Year—a credential that still holds weight with competitive shooter...
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Halifax County Gun Club started in 1973 and has grown into a serious shooting destination on 100 acres of owned property near South Boston, Virginia. In 1979, the National Skeet Shooting Association recognized them as Gun Club of the Year—a credential that still holds weight with competitive shooters across Virginia and the Carolinas.
This is a multi-range shooting facility, not a single-purpose club:
- •4 Skeet Fields - Full NSSA-sanctioned setup for competitive and recreational shooting
- •2 Trap Fields - Dedicated trap shooting areas
- •5-Stand and Wobble Trap - Specialty clay shooting
- •Pistol Range - Steel targets allowed (bring your own support system or 4x4 wood—club frames aren't rated for steel target support)
- •Rifle Range - 100 and 200-yard berms
- •.22 Only Range - Dedicated rimfire facility
- •Clubhouse - Event space and facilities
Cost: $150/year with $50 initiation fee (prorated rates available)
How it works: 1. Submit application with fees 2. Need sponsorship from member with 90+ days tenure 3. Attend required Orientation session 4. Board votes on approval 5. Receive membership badge and lock codes (badge must be worn on club property)
Access: Members get daylight-hours access every day. Spouses and dependents can shoot when accompanied by member. New members are on 90-day probation, but membership can be revoked for significant rules violations.
Membership is currently at an all-time high and growing
The club hosts two certified instructors offering concealed carry and firearms courses:
Jeff Leslie - Retired police firearms instructor trained by FBI and Secret Service - NRA Concealed Carry (CCW) - Handgun Fundamentals - Concealed Carry Options/Drawing - Home Defense (Handgun/Shotgun) - Youth .22 Rifle Instruction - Contact: [email protected] | 301-651-8288
Charles Newby - Certified Concealed Carry Instructor with extensive class history - Contact: 434-272-2512
- •Note: Classes aren't managed by the club—contact instructors directly to sign up
Halifax hosts NSSA-sanctioned registered skeet shoots throughout the year:
| Event | Dates | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Poke Chop Open | April 11-14 | 12 & 20 gauges + doubles |
| Halifax Open | May 23-26 | All gauges + doubles |
| Clarence Morris Open | August 1-4 | All gauges + doubles |
| Portsmouth-Langley Open | October 3-6 | All gauges + doubles |
- •Thursday Night Open Shoots (during daylight saving time) - Guests can shoot at member rates. Home-cooked meal available at 7:00 PM for $10.
Competitors travel from across Virginia, North Carolina, and beyond for these registered events. The club is known statewide for great target presentation, food, and hospitality—multiple first-time visitors to competitions plan to return.
- •Our Goal: Crushed Targets
- •Our Motto: Always bring the right gun for the job!
The club has strong volunteer infrastructure—Building and Grounds Chairman manages facility upkeep, Skeet Chairman Barry Akers handles competition scheduling and registration, and Range Chairman Jeff Leslie oversees daily operations and range rules.
Club Logo Merchandise - Support club renovations by ordering shooting towels, t-shirts (long/short sleeve), tumblers, cutting boards, and more. Contact Randy Joyce at 434-579-2453 for details and pricing.
Address: 6200 Philpott Highway, South Boston, VA 24592
Mailing: PO Box 693, South Boston, VA 24592
Phone: 757-375-1468
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Active community page with shoot schedules and updates
New member inquiries should mention they're interested in joining—sponsors and orientation details are handled through existing members or the club email.
Fire Restrictions Active
Check current conditions before visiting. Smoking and open flames may be prohibited.
Restrictions
- •Members only (private club)
- •New members require 90+ day sponsor and orientation
- •Membership badge required at all times on property
- •Steel targets must be supported by member-provided equipment (not club frames)
- •Membership probation for 90 days; violations may result in revocation
- •Members responsible for guest and family member compliance
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