Skeet / Trap & 5 Stand Rules

Following are the rules for Skeet and Trap Field and 5 Stand. Range Master has the authority to evict anyone from the shooting range for any violation of these rules without refunds. If you have any questions, call 409-643-5990.

  1. Positive identification required.
  2. Shirts and shoes required on firing line.
  3. No profane or abusive language.
  4. Intoxicants and horseplay are prohibited.
  5. Illegal weapons are prohibited.
  6. Know how the gun operates.
  7. Be sure your gun and ammunition are compatible.
  8. The Texas City Municipal Shooting Range recommends that you wear eye and ear protection to prevent injury while shooting, but it is not mandatory.
  9. All minors 17 years or younger will be accompanied by a parent or guardian. While the minor is firing or handling a firearm, the parent or guardian shall stay within the immediate area and shall not fire or handle another firearm.
  10. Breach or action must be open at all times unless you are on a shooting station.
  11. Must shoot at least a number 7-1/2 (1-1/8 ounce) shot shell.
  12. Two rounds may be loaded for all shooting stations except station number 8.
  13. Shoot only from the firing line and respect the rights of others.
  14. Do not point any weapon at anyone whether the weapon is loaded or unloaded (must be pointed in a safe direction at all times).
  15. Squads are limited to five shooters. There will be no exceptions.
  16. All squad members shooting will complete high house station number 8 before anyone shoots the low house station number 8.
  17. Be sure of your target and what is beyond.
  18. No new skeet-trap or 5 stand rounds will be started 30 minutes prior to the fields being closed.
  19. Notify the Range Master for any assistance or for any malfunctions that might have occurred.
  20. Must follow Shooting Range employee's instructions.
  21. Shooting prohibited except during officially supervised hours.
  22. The Texas City Municipal Shooting Range will not be responsible for any accidental injuries, lost items, defective or malfunctions of weapons or ammunition.
  23. Any complaints should be directed to the Range Master.