Range Regulations – Schietbaan de Wildenberg

Article 1 – Applicability

1. These range regulations apply to all persons present on the premises of Schietbaan de Wildenberg, including:
   • shooters;
   • visitors;
   • instructors;
   • employees;
   • suppliers;
   • other persons present.
2. “Premises” shall mean all buildings, shooting ranges, parking areas, catering facilities and all related property belonging to Schietbaan de Wildenberg.
3. By entering the premises, every person acknowledges having read and agreed to these regulations.

Article 2 – Laws and Regulations

1. All activities on the premises must comply with:
   • the Dutch Weapons and Ammunition Act;
   • applicable environmental legislation;
   • safety regulations;
   • instructions issued by competent authorities;
   • and these range regulations.
2. In the event of conflict between these regulations and applicable law, the law shall prevail.

Article 3 – Access and Authority

1. The premises may only be used by persons authorized by Schietbaan de Wildenberg.
2. Persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other mind-altering substances shall be denied access to the premises.
3. Persons using medication that may affect reaction time, judgment or safety are required to report this to range management or the instructor prior to participation.
4. Consumption of brought-in food, alcoholic beverages or other drinks on the premises of Schietbaan de Wildenberg is prohibited.
5. Range management reserves the right at all times to deny access to or remove persons from the premises if:
   • safety is endangered;
   • instructions are not followed;
   • undesirable behavior occurs;
   • or this is otherwise deemed necessary.

Article 4 – Safety Equipment

1. The wearing of:
   • hearing protection;
   • safety glasses;
   • and a cap/head covering

   is mandatory for every person present on or near the shooting ranges.

2. Failure to comply with this obligation is entirely at the individual’s own risk.

Article 5 – Recreational Shooting and Instruction

1. Persons without a valid firearms license or hunting permit may only shoot under the direct supervision of an instructor appointed by Schietbaan de Wildenberg.
2. Holders of firearms licenses and hunting permits are prohibited from transferring firearms to persons who are not legally authorized to possess them under Dutch law.

Article 6 – Ammunition and Permitted Firearms

1. The use of lead shot is prohibited on the clay target ranges.
2. Only shotgun calibers 12, 16 and 20 are permitted on the clay target ranges.
3. The maximum permitted shot load is 28 grams.
4. The maximum permitted shot size is:
   • Trap range: 2.8 mm (No. 6);
   • Sporting/hunting course: 2.8 mm (No. 6);
   • Skeet range: 2.5 mm (No. 7).
5. Ammunition other than stated above is prohibited on the clay target ranges.
6. Only calibers permitted under Dutch law are allowed on the 50 meter rifle range, excluding shotgun cartridges.
7. The use of PCP weapons on the rifle range is only permitted for persons holding a valid Dutch firearms license.
8. Range management is authorized to refuse ammunition or firearms deemed unsafe or capable of causing damage.

Article 7 – Registration and Identification

1. Every visitor is required to register upon arrival.
2. Every shooter must voluntarily present valid identification, a firearms license and/or hunting permit at the reception desk upon registration where applicable.
3. Registration data may be processed in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and the privacy policy of Schietbaan de Wildenberg.

Article 8 – Staff Instructions

1. Instructions issued by:
   • range management;
   • instructors;
   • safety officers;
   • and other employees

   must be followed immediately and in full.

2. Discussions regarding safety instructions may only take place outside active shooting activities.

Article 9 – Safety and Reporting Obligation

1. Every person present is obligated to immediately report unsafe situations to staff or range management.
2. Where possible and safe, persons present are expected to address unsafe behavior by others.
3. Safety shall at all times have absolute priority.

Article 10 – Storage, Transport and Handling of Firearms

1. Firearms not in use must be placed in the designated racks, cases or sleeves.
2. It is prohibited to carry a loaded firearm outside the firing positions.
3. Shotguns must be:
   • broken open;
   • or transported in a closed case or sleeve
4. Rifles must be transported outside the rifle range in a closed case or sleeve.
5. Carrying firearms with an attached sling is prohibited.

Article 11 – Semi-Automatic Shotguns

1. During movement between shooting stations, semi-automatic shotguns must:
   • contain a clearly visible safety flag in the chamber;
   • or be stored in a case.
2. Semi-automatic shotguns may contain a maximum of three cartridges, including the chamber. This limitation must be permanently applied and may not be easily reversible by removing a plug, block or similar device.
3. If the firearm is technically capable of holding more than three cartridges, the shooter must present a valid exemption in accordance with the Dutch Weapons and Ammunition Act.
4. Loading the firearm is only permitted at the shooting station.

Article 12 – Waste and Environment

1. Spent cartridges, packaging materials, scorecards and other waste must be disposed of separately in the designated waste facilities.
2. Leaving waste on the premises is prohibited.

Article 13 – Use of Ranges and Targets

1. Shooters and visitors may only remain on:
   • designated paths;
   • waiting areas;
   • and shooting stations.
2. On the rifle range, shooting is only permitted at targets provided by Schietbaan de Wildenberg.
3. Mounting materials and target boards must be returned after use.
4. Rifle shooters on the rifle range may only shoot at a distance of 50 meters.

Article 14 – Smoking

1. Smoking is prohibited on the rifle range and in other areas designated by signage.

Article 15 – Liability

1. Entering and using the premises is entirely at one’s own risk.
2. Schietbaan de Wildenberg shall not be liable for:
   • injury;
   • loss;
   • theft;
   • damage to property;
   • or consequential damages.

   unless caused by intent or deliberate recklessness on the part of Schietbaan de Wildenberg.

3. Every visitor shall be liable for damage caused by their own actions or omissions.

Article 16 – Sanctions

1. In case of violation of these regulations, Schietbaan de Wildenberg may:
   • issue a warning;
   • immediately terminate shooting activities;
   • temporarily or permanently deny access;
   • report the matter to competent authorities;
   • and recover damages from the offender.
2. Serious violations may result in immediate removal from the premises and notification of competent authorities.

Article 17 – Final Provisions

1. In cases not covered by these regulations, range management shall decide.
2. Schietbaan de Wildenberg reserves the right to amend these regulations at any time.
3. The most recent version of the range regulations is available via:

   www.schietbaandewildenberg.nl

Respect fellow shooters, employees and visitors. Safety always comes first.