Doki was most on point about the facts of the club. Great place with tons of amenities, it's hidden…read moreaway, and the people here are great. Gun safety is a priority here, and everyone is very knowledgeable about their stuff. I went here with my dad who is a member. He loves it, and I had tons of fun. People are very friendly, and there's always someone willing to talk about what you're shooting or what they are. The indoor gun range is very nice but the 100 outdoor is exceptional. Well kept and not crowded. From what I heard prices are very cheap for what they offer. I would absolutely recommend trying it out to anyone who is looking for quality shooting experience.

I am not an expert on guns, nor gun clubs, but my brother-in-law is a member here. When I come…read moredown to visit, this is one of the places we like to go together for a few hours of brotherly bonding. He has two Sig 9 mil handguns, and I get the opportunity to learn how to use them and shoot on an indoor range. Lafayette is off the beaten path, which is a no brainer given the noise generated by the weapons on the outdoor ranges. It gets loud. Inside, the range is well set up, and everyone associated with the club management is first class friendly and knowledgeable. They are also incredibly patient with a novice who keeps shooting up their clothespins and PVC target frames. Too bad I wasn't aiming at them. My exposure to these guns and people has really opened my eyes to the engineering and design that goes into making a shooting iron these days, and more importantly the culture surrounding it. I am very impressed with the combination of warmth and seriousness that the people I meet display. Men, women and kids at all skill levels interact in a friendly, respectful manner. The teaching of gun safety is ever present, and the willingness to accept guidance a clear indication that everyone understands that while shooting is a fun sport, it also requires high skill levels and an appreciation of the potential for destruction. Having checked it out a few times, I now bring my young teenage son with us to join in both the bonding and the shooting. He is a Star Boy Scout and already has taken safety courses and earned the merit badges associated with rifles and shooting. I was amazed that he knew what to do and can shoot with a steady hand. I just bought him a set of "Ears," and we have discussed our mutual interest in taking this further. Lafayette Gun Club is an excellent place to go (if you can get in) to learn and practice this sport, and see what goes into gunsport today. Why only 4 Stars? A snack bar and more comfortable waiting areas in and outside would do the trick.

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Green Top Shooting Range

4.0

(34 reviews)

33.0 mi

Really friendly and knowledgeable. They're pretty process-heavy, but it's a fun range, so they have…read moreto be. I came in here and bought my first gun. The Manager patiently walked me through 7-8 guns and talked me through the benefits and drawbacks of each one of them. Left with a nice starter gun and a round at the range! Can't complain. Not 5* for me because things moved a little slow there. Vibes were good but not 5* optimal.

Great staff and very clean. There was a wide variety of ammunition and firearms to buy or to rent…read morefor the day. They also offer veterans and law enforcement discounts. The staff is very knowledgeable. Best prices in the area and they meet all of my requirements for shooting

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Freedom Outdoors

4.3

(9 reviews)

26.3 mi

Incredible place... I remember the old "Colonial Shooting Academy" from a number of years ago, with…read moreboth good and bad reviews. Freedom Outdoors bought the old Colonial building on Broad St., redid it, rearranged lt a little, and made it their own. It is absolutely fantastic now! I mean like, "roll out the red carpet", you know? 100% professionalism and class. No "riff raff" at all (if you know what I mean). Clean, spotless, and right up there with a 5 star restaurant! WOW... :)

The range was busy. Instead of having us wait, they staffed and opened a second range.read more

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Range time!

Old Forge Sporting Clays

4.5

(14 reviews)

19.3 mi

Great place to shoot run by the nicest people! Jim Moore is an excellent instructor! From teaching…read morethe basics to teaching accomplished shooters. If you're looking to get better and willing to put in the effort Jim is the man that you will want to work with!

Great setup for a variety of trap shooting stations. A good sized facility with over 20 fields on…read moremore than 100 acres, there are plenty of options to challenge you. Launches are changed regularly, so you can't become complacent either. Relaxed and fr, it makes for a great experience!

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Gunner rocking OF swag

Dominion Shooting Range

3.1

(33 reviews)

21.2 mi

Went again twice today. Helpful, positive employees and a good place to shoot. If you want…read moresomething fancy, it might not be the place for you, but if you want an affordable place to shoot with a varied crowd, informative workers, and functional amenities, I'd highly recommend Dominion!

The people at the front counter are extremely helpful and man are the prices good for a shooting…read morerange! This is definitely my favorite spot in the city and going there feels like stepping back in time.

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Blackcreek Gun Club

2.5

(2 reviews)

22.9 mi

One of the most affordable, customer friendly outdoor ranges in the area. TONS of benches and…read morerarely over-crowded. Yes...membership has increased a bit, but again...still very reasonable. Easy in and out. I'm a fan.

It used to be a great place to go. Now they've raised the membership prices so much and offered…read morenothing.

Holster Builder

5.0

(1 review)

32.2 mi

I placed an order and there was some issues with it. I called and explained what happened and where…read morethe confusion came from. They immediately apologized, and strived to make everything right. After we came to an agreement on what appropriate measures needed to be taken, they really outshined anyone else I have ever raised an issue with. Customer service is still the most important thing I want from a company, more even than convenience, and they came through in spades.

From the owner: Your one stop shop for Holster Making Supplies. We want our customer service, low prices and free…read moreshipping be the reason you shop with us. HolsterBuilder.com

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Blackcreek Gun Club

3.5

(4 reviews)

22.9 mi

Great Staff and even better experience. They offer yearly memberships as well as daily fees if you…read moredon't want to become an annual member. I always love an outdoor range not many around.

New ownership seems very nice and friendly. Ranges need a little improvement such as new target…read morestands. Prices are a little too high personally. They claim a new range store is coming with Rapture Tactical. I like those guys and have trained with them, but don't really care about an onsite store and most of what they have is for rich guys and operators, anyway. Rather see more done for us regular sport shooters and security folks. Overall a good experience so far.

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The windmill at Blackcreek Gun Club.

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Parking area next to the trap range.

Riverside Outfitters

4.7

(82 reviews)

20.8 mi

Me, wife, and 2 daughters (16 & 11) went the last week of July '25 and it was a great time. I never…read moreknew there was rafting in Richmond but will def be going back for a quick trip on the water that is quite fun. Tom was our guide, Hailey, was the other rafts guide, and both were awesome. Tom knew so much about the area history and is very experienced guiding. Such an easy trip to make with fun rapids (III's and sometimes IV's). I'm sure all the guides are great, but we will ask for Tom and Hailey first next trip. Pretty impressed with this outfit. (Wish they had more merch to purchase though, just imo).

The experience was super thrilling and entertaining. The rapids were amazing on our Lower Rapids…read moreride!! Ty, our guide, made it more enjoyable and interesting -- but don't plan on staying dry!

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Great time with our Great guide, Carrie

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Beautiful views of downtown from the river

Chesapeake Bay Beach

4.1

(8 reviews)

71.5 mi

Hanging out on this beach in October made me feel like I'd somehow stolen a secret summer. The…read moreweather was lovely, the sand was perfect, and the water was balmy. I refuse to comment on whether or not I ignore warning signs. ps. Sunset here is lovely too!

If you go to the waterfront of Cape Charles, but you've neglected to bring your swimsuit, just kick…read moreoff your shoes on the clean white sand, roll up your pants, and wade out about 100 feet. The slope of the beach is very gradual, the water temp in mid-October was fabulous, and there was only the occasional dog walker. Some big rocks are good to lay on, if you are the type to ignore warning signs (you know who you are!)

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WRV Surf Camp

4.9

(7 reviews)

79.7 mi

I was nervous about sending my kids to surf camp since they are the youngest allowed age to…read moreparticipate, but they had a blast and asked to do it again. I was nervous about the 1:4 ratio, but since they were on the younger end, it was mostly a 1:2 or 1:3 ratio for them. I had visions of them being pulled under a wave and being traumatized by the ocean forever, and it's true they did get hit by the board a few times, but the instructors were so positive that the kids didn't mind much, kind of like how falling is a fact of life when you're learning to walk (but we don't tell kids not to learn to walk). I learned a thing or two too - instead of reaching to a bad wipeout with "Are you ok??", I can try saying "Sick wipeout dude!" :) The one thing I would note is to pay attention to the tides - I think the camps are better at low tide.

WRV Surf Camp is an incredible experience for all beginner surfers. The campers learn about surfing…read moresafety, technique and the ocean! The instructors are super knowledgeable and it was clear they have a passion for surfing and love sharing the sport with the kids. We signed up for a 3 day afternoon camp and my son loved it so much that we immediately signed up for the following week. WRV Surf Camp made our summer!

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