Whitman Branch Shooting Range

Whitman Branch Shooting Range Map [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3827889.jpg] [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3827495.pdf] Please respect and enjoy the recently rehabilitated range. We would like to remind you that the shooting range is a privilege and should not be abused or mistreated. The long-term closure was due to negligence by some users and blatant vandalism by others. Please call the London District office at 606.864.4163 to report any misuse of this facility. We would like to thank the respectful users of the range and apologize for the prolonged reopening. Whitman Branch Shooting Range is located on London Ranger District [http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/dbnf/?cid=FSBDEV3_032651]. It features has 5 shooting benches with 2 lanes at 100 yards, 1 lane at 50 yards, and 2 lanes at 25 yards. Blocks for hanging targets at the end of each lane. This range is located just south of Laurel River Lake [http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=64851] dam off of KY 1193.  Make this page look nicer by submitting photos [gwen.hensley@usda.gov?subject=Whitman%20Branch%20Shooting%20Range%20photos%20&body=I've%20attached%20my%20photos%20of%20Whitman%20Branch%20Shooting%20Range.] of yourvisit to Whitman Branch Shooting Range. Learn more [http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/dbnf/?cid=FSEPRD606571]...  Laurel River Lake features 5,600 acres of clear, deep water and nearly 200 miles of tree-lined shore. The quiet coves and cliff-lined shores offer relaxation and quiet reflection, as well as boating, fishing, skiing and scuba diving in one of the deepest and cleanest lakes in Kentucky.  Please pack out all target trash including shotgun shells, fragmented clay pigeons, or any targets. Do not shoot household appliances and other objects dumped in shooting areas. View Tread Lightly Shooting Tips [http://treadlightly.org/quick-tips-for-responsible-shooting-sports/] Rules and Regulations  * Skeet, trap and sporting clays are prohibited. * Paper targets only. Pack out your targets. * Fully automatic weapons are prohibited. * Do not enter or use the area for any purpose other than target shooting. * Do not fire while persons are down range. * Do not enter the area behind the backstop, which has been designated as a safety zone by the placement of “Entry Prohibited” signs. Safety Tips * ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. * ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot. * ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use. View Whitman Range Guide and Map [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3827495.pdf] (pdf)