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Wildlife Committee of Washington
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•Wildlife Committee of Washington (WCW) Shooting Sports has been operating since 1945. What started as a community organization for hunters and sport shooters has evolved into one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected multi-range facilities, with over 2,000 active members. The club ha...
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Wildlife Committee of Washington (WCW) Shooting Sports has been operating since 1945. What started as a community organization for hunters and sport shooters has evolved into one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected multi-range facilities, with over 2,000 active members.
The club has produced Olympic hopefuls, World Cup winners, world champions, and national record holders.
Pistol Range (Kenmore Location) - Range #3: 28-point, all-weather range with 7, 25, and 50-yard firing lines - Turning targets at 25 yards - Full lighting on targets for evening competition - Indoor range: 11 firing points for .22LR and air pistol (ISU 10-meter) - Professional rangemasters during public hours - Open to public: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Rifle Range - 50, 100, 200, and 300-yard firing lines
Shotgun Range - American Trap - Continental - 5-Stand
Archery (Multiple Configurations) - Ed Eliason Field: Dedicated to World Archery competitions, named after 1972 Olympic archer - Flat Range: Covered shooting line, targets from 20-80 yards with evening lighting - Bow Hunter Walk-Through: 50+ 3D animal targets in natural hunting setting - Indoor archery available
WCW specializes in International shooting disciplines (ISSF). Weekly matches and leagues include: - Free Pistol - Standard Pistol - Centerfire/Sport Pistol - Air Pistol (ISU format) - Rimfire matches (100/200 yard, benchrest) - Bullseye .22 leagues (winter indoor) - Archery tournaments (720 and 1440 format, state and world record events)
Most events are USA Shooting and/or NRA sanctioned. Typical field size runs 25 competitors. You might find yourself shooting next to US Shooting Team members or national record holders.
- •NRA Certified Instructor Classes
- •Hunter Safety courses
- •NRA Instructor Training Program
- •Custom class requests available
- •Pistol coaching and technique instruction (based on legacy training notes from renowned pistol smith Don Nygord)
WCW hosts the Annual Big Game 3D Shoot every second weekend in July—a 30-year tradition featuring 3D targets ranging from moose and bear down to squirrels across the entire grounds. Gun ranges are quiet during this event.
In 2018, Para-Archer Kevin Mather set 5 world records on the Ed Eliason Field.
| Access Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Membership | Available to adults of good character. Annual membership covers access to all ranges |
| Public Shooting | Drop-in available on specified range days with public shooting fee |
| Equipment Required | Eye protection, ear protection, chamber flags |
| Skill Requirements | Ability to place shots on target; rangemaster supervision and instruction available |
Location: 1031 228th St SW, Bothell, WA 98021 Phone: 425-481-8686 Email: Contact via website
Beyond shooting sports, WCW promotes: - Wildlife conservation - Ethical hunting practices - Firearm and hunting safety education - Sportsmanship development - Adopt-A-Road program participation
The club is managed by a 11-member volunteer Board of Directors elected annually by membership, with activity committees organized by members.