Sgt. Darrell S. Cole Memorial Shooting Range
The Sgt. Darrell S. Cole Memorial Shooting Range is an outdoor, state-of-the-art facility located in Park Hills, Missouri, along Highway 32 W. The range offers enthusiasts a safe, modern venue for shooting practice suitable for people of various shooting experience level. Features include multiple shooting lanes, targets at various distances, handgun and rifle ranges, and well-maintained grounds. The facility is staffed by committed professionals, providing a range safety orientation for all new visitors and offering supervision to ensure all safety rules are adhered to.
The range also offers training sessions. Their certified instructors provide classes for beginners to advanced shooters. The classes include basic firearm safety, concealed carry courses, private lessons, and youth education. In addition to these, the range provides shooting competitions for those seeking a bit of friendly rivalry and fun.
A full-service pro shop on-site sells a range of gear and accessories, including both firearms and ammunition. This meaningful tribute to Sgt. Darrell S. Cole, a Park Hills native who served and gave his life in World War II, not only provides a place for shooting enthusiasts to gather, hone their skills, and have fun but also offers an enduring reminder of bravery, service, and sacrifice.
Reading Material
If you are going to be a gun owner or head to the shooting range, you must know how to handle firearms safely. Here are a couple of easy-to-read gun safety book options for your to consider.
Shooting Range Gear
If you are heading for the shooting range for the first time, consider the following list of items to have with you.
- Firearms
- Ammunition
- Eye Protection
- Ear Protection
- Shooting Targets
- Staple Gun or Tape (for attaching targets)
- Range Bag
- Cleaning Kit for Firearms
- Shooting Gloves