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# OUR PLACE, *YOUR EXPERIENCE*

From weddings, celebrations, corporate events, public safety trainings and more, we have venues that hold anywhere from 10 to more than 250 guests. 

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## The Shooting Range at Hocking College

#### GOVERNMEN FIREARMS TRAINING FACILITY IN NELSONVILLE, OHIO

The Shooting Range at Hocking College can accommodate small-to-medium sized groups interested in hosting training events that utilize firearms. The Range currently offers three ranges for events. Range 1 is a 100-yard outdoor rifle range. Range 2 is a 50-ft outdoor pistol and shotgun range. Range 3 is a ballistics shoot house for pistol caliber weapons.

In addition to our shooting ranges, government and private organizations can rent the covered shelter or range building for indoor classes or additional trainings.

All users are **REQUIRED** to complete a Firing Range Facility User Agreement and will be **REQUIRED** to provide proof of insurance coverage. This will be sent to all event organizers once the event has been scheduled and will be verified by a Hocking College employee on the day of the event. To reserve this space, please contact Roger Deardorf via email (deardorffr@hocking.edu) or by phone (740.753.6300).

#### EXPLORE THE SPACE AT THE SHOOTING RANGE

## Features and Amenities

- Handicap accessible
- Parking lot
- Patio heaters and fan rentals available
- Equipment rentals available
- 10% discount to all Hocking, Perry and Athens County law enforcement users

## Shooting Range Pricing

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#### Government Agency Pricing

Includes law enforcement and first responders from Hocking, Perry, and Athens county.

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#### Private Agency Pricing

All private agencies who intend to use the shooting range must have a certified firearms instructor present.

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