Union County celebrated the grand opening of a new public shooting range, adding to Georgia’s network of over 45 public archery and shooting facilities.
Why It Matters: This new range supports Georgia’s thriving target shooting industry, which has an annual economic impact of $954 million and generates about 8,500 jobs.
What’s Happening:
- The Union County Gun Range is now open to the public.
- It features a 150-yard rifle range with 14 shooting benches and a 25-yard pistol range with 10 benches.
- The facility includes parking and restrooms.
⏰ Range Details:
- Open Tuesday-Saturday (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Spring-Summer, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fall-Winter) and Sundays (1 to 4 p.m.)
- Daily shooting fees are $15 per person ($5 for age 15 and under).
- Annual passes ($200) and Family Memberships ($300) are available.
🏆 The Big Picture: This new facility expands recreational shooting opportunities in North Georgia, supporting the state’s shooting sports industry while providing a regulated environment for firearm enthusiasts.
