Activities - Hibbing Rifle & Pistol Club

There’s always something happening at Hibbing Rifle & Pistol Club. Whether you’re a seasoned marksman or someone who has never stepped onto a range before, our club is built around learning, improving, and enjoying the shooting sports together. Members gather throughout the year for informal practice sessions, friendly competitions, skills clinics, and special events designed to sharpen accuracy while building confidence and camaraderie. From pistol and rifle shooting to beginner-friendly introductions and structured training opportunities, our activities are designed to help shooters of all skill levels grow and have fun in a safe, welcoming environment.

Our club prides itself on being open and inclusive. Families, women, men, young shooters, and first-time participants are all welcome. Many members join simply looking for a place to practice, but quickly discover something more: a community of people who enjoy sharing knowledge, encouraging new shooters, and celebrating progress together. It’s common to see experienced members helping newcomers with technique, sight alignment, and range etiquette while everyone enjoys the challenge of improving their aim.

You’ll also find a lively mix of events and social activities throughout the year. Friendly league nights, themed shoots, training workshops, and club gatherings create opportunities to test your skills and meet fellow enthusiasts. Some events focus on precision and competition, while others are simply about enjoying a day at the range with good people. No matter your experience level, there’s always an opportunity to participate, learn something new, and leave with a smile.

Be sure to check the club calendar below to see what’s coming up. It’s your guide to upcoming shoots, classes, competitions, and social events happening at the range. New events are added regularly, so whether you’re planning your first visit or looking for your next challenge, the calendar is the best way to find an activity that fits your schedule and interests. Take a look—you might just discover your next favorite pastime.

Come out, join the fun, and experience the excitement of shooting sports in a welcoming community.

Popular Events

Action Pistol

Tuesday Night Action Pistol is fast, fun, and challenging. Navigate exciting courses of fire, sharpen your pistol skills, and enjoy a welcoming evening of shooting and camaraderie at the club.

Concealed Carry Class

Learn the knowledge and skills needed to safely carry a firearm for personal protection. Our Concealed Carry class provides expert instruction in a supportive environment at the club.

4H Shooting Sports

In the National 4-H Shooting Sports Program youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the principles of hunting and archery, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics.

MOA Match

Our MOA match consists of 20 rounds for score at four different distances. Five rounds are fired at a target at 300 yards, for a point per hit. This is repeated at 400, 500, and 600 yards for a possible 20 points. Targets are 1″ less than MOA for the distance. So at 300 yards, the target is 2″, at 400 yards it’s 3″, and so on.

Garand Match

A Garand Match is a rifle shooting event centered on the historic M1 Garand rifle. It focuses on traditional marksmanship, with shooters firing from positions like prone, sitting, and standing. Welcoming to beginners, it’s a great opportunity to build skills, connect with others, and experience a piece of history firsthand—come give it a try!

Walk-through

A required safety orientation for new members. Includes a brief tour of the club and a review of rules with a member of the leadership team.

MN DNR Firearms Safety

Hibbing Rifle and Pistol club provides a facility for area instructors to host MN DNR Youth Firearms Safety classes throughout the year. Generally they put on hybrid classes and use the clubhouse and the grounds for the students’ field day requirement. The ranges listed for this event are reserved for the classes only, and are closed to members at those times for the safety of the students.

Service Rifle Matches

Test your marksmanship in our Service Rifle Match—shooting classic military-style rifles from standing, sitting, and prone positions at known distances. A fun, challenging competition for experienced shooters and newcomers alike.

Sight In Days

Hibbing Rifle and Pistol Club’s annual sight in days is an event where the club’s board members and volunteers assist shooters get their firearms sighted in for the deer opener. They also provide general shooting tips and knowledge to the shooter. If need be they will also shoot your firearm if you want. This is a fundraiser for the club, and during the event the high power range is closed, even to club members. So if you are a member and you don’t want to pay to sight in your firearm during this time period, please do your sight in at the high power range prior to sight in days.