A Williamson County Tradition Since 1953
 

MEMBERSHIP

SCHEDULE

DIRECTIONS

PICTURES

SAFETY

RESTROOMS

EVENTS

LAW ENFORCEMENT

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History and Vision

 

In 1953, Charlie opened his gun range to the residents of Williamson County and the general public. Charlie envisioned a place where anyone could come and enjoy target shooting in a safe and comfortable environment. Over a half century later, his vision lives on in Williamson County and is still regarded as Williamson County's Oldest Active Gun Range. Charlie's contributions to the pistol world will not be forgotten. He was instrumental in the evolution of the NMLRA, its vision and direction where he was a is a Hall of Fame member and is listed as the NMLRA's 1st Distinguished Master. The range's tradition also has remained in the hands of family members since its inception. This out door range is situated in the rolling hills of Tennessee, south of Franklin, off US 431 at 2795 Owl Hollow Road / Franklin, TN 37064. Charlie Haffner Sr. passed away in 2006 on July 18th.

 

 

Membership and Fees

You don't have to have a membership with the range to come shoot, but you will need to be in the company of a enrolled member of the range and pay a $5 visitor fee.  While some ranges charge fees based on an hourly basis or require an expensive membership fee, CHMR charges a flat rate of $40 per year, per person. If you want to come shoot everyday of the week all day long, as a member you can and your only out $40 once a year. Minors shoot free when accompanied by a range member.

 

Range Schedule

The range is open 7 days a week year round opening at 8AM Monday-Friday and at 9AM on Sundays. On the first weekend of the month, the range is closed in an effort to aid noise reduction for the neighborhood. Range closing times are as follows:

 

January 4:30   February 5:00   March 5:20   April 6:30   May-August 7:00   September 6:30   October 5:30  (5:00 after time change)   November 4:30   December 4:00

 

Safety

Handguns and Rifles like any other high risk sport require not only common sense for safe operation but a good dose of educational awareness to keep you, as well as others around you, as safe as possible. Firearms demand the utmost respect from their users. The range rules are posted at the range, however here are some minimum rules to keep in mind going forward.

 

 

  • The range is a private range for use by members only and their guests.

  • Family members are guests and must be accompanied by the member.

  • Persons under the age of 18 must be escorted by an adult range member while on the premises.

  • Proof of membership may be requested by management.

  • Charlie's range is a self-policing range, please pickup and clean up after yourself and placed targets, cases, boxes in the trash can.

  • Only paper targets placed on the provided stands or trap shooting clay targets placed on berm may be used.

  • Do not shoot at rocks, root, trees, stumps or other non-target material and make sure your bullet impacts the berm for safety considerations.

  • Eye and hearing protection must be worn at all times while on the range.

  • You are responsible for the actions of anyone you bring with you.

  • All shooting takes place at the firing line in front of the reloading benches.

Range terms you will hear:

  • CEASE FIRE - All shooters stop shooting immediately. 

  • CLEAR - All weapons down on the bench, hands off all weapons. The "Clear" command should be echoed by all shooters down the line to ensure all shooters are aware of the command. Once the range is clear, you may go forward to change targets.

  • HOT or LINE HOT - Only when all persons are behind the firing line and off the target area may the command HOT be given. This should also be echoed up and down the line by all shooters.

 

 

 

Directions

GPS COORDINATES: N35 45.647 W86 51.468

The range is located on Owl Hollow Road in Williamson County. Here is a map for you. The red dot indicates the range location.

 

Ariel view

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Pictures    (click on the small pictures to enlarge for better viewing)

 
View into rifle benches View of the handgun shooter area To join the range and pay your fee, go up this trail to the house on the hill... It's ok we expect you to. Small private range apart from main range for classes and qualifications View of the parking area
View from rifle benches down range at the 50 yard and 100 yard target area View of handgun 25 yard and 50 yard target area View of handgun 25 yard and 50 yard target area View of handgun pit to the right of main range View of the parking area continued

 

Restrooms and other misc.

At this time, the range provides an enclosed portable toilet such as you see at out door events. If you feel you will need to eat or drink, there is plenty or room for a family picnic or a tailgate event. You will need to rely on your self for any food and beverages, including water. No alcohol is permitted on the premises. The range does not sell shooting supplies of any type so bring your own targets to shoot at. Bring your own stapler gun or heavy duty push pins to attach your target to the provided wooden stands.

 

Events

2009 schedule to be determined.

 

Law Enforcement

CHMR offers a small private range for Law Enforcement qualifying purposes and other state qualifications as well. It can accommodate up to 25 yard shooting. We are proud to be associated with, and contribute to local Police Department needs. Please contact Charlie at 615-406-9041 for more details on this range's times and course availability.

FRANKLIN TN HANDGUN SHOOTING RANGE OWL HOLLOW GUN SPRINGHILL SHOOTING RANGE PISTOL RANGE RIFLE RANGE SPRINGFIELD RUGER COLT GLOCK BROWNING 45 ACP 9MM 22LR .308 .223 30-06 RIFLE SCOPE CHARLIE HAFFNER MEMORIAL RANGE