- 9mm
- 40 S&W
- 22lr
- 38 Special
- 357 Magnum
- Two 308 sport shooting rifles
- One 223 hunting type rifle
- Two 22lr rifle
- R116 RIFLE/PISTOL RANGE RULES
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RANGE PERSONNEL WILL ENFORCE ALL RANGE SAFETY RULES1. Customers must check in with range personnel in charge prior to entering the shooting area.
2. Once entering the shooting area, hearing protection is mandatory. Eye protection is strongly suggested.
3. Take all instructions from the range safeties.
4. Slings on rifles must be removed before shooting.
5. Use of approved targets only. (Man shaped targets, Tannerite etc. are not allowed.)
6. All weapons must remain unloaded with the actions open until ready to shoot.
7. Weapons will be pointed down range when loaded and the action is closed.
8. If there is a problem with a weapon and/or range equipment, weapons must be unloaded.
9. No more than five cartridges may be loaded at one time for a pistol/revolver.
10. Pistol/revolver shooters will not have a loaded weapon in the holster. Cross draw or hip draw is not allowed. See range staff if there is a question.
11. Shooting a pistol/revolver while moving is prohibited. Shooter must be stationary at the firing line.
12. Quick reaction shooting, surprise and moving targets are prohibited.
13. Only approved ammunition may be used. At the rifle range, ammunition must not exceed 5000 joules at the muzzle. At the pistol range, pistol/revolver ammunition must not exceed 610 joules at the muzzle. Magnum caliber pistols/revolvers may be used only at the rifle range.
14. Calibers that are not authorized for use at the rifle range are, 338 Lapua and 50 Cal.
15. If there is a misfire, wait 30 seconds then unload the weapon.
16. Shooters that are not down range checking targets will not stand at the firing line when the down range area is not clear. (Example, while other shooters are still down range checking targets.)
17. Shooters will police all expended cases and any trash and place in the designated container.
18. R116 does not have a designated air rifle/pistol area. Therefore, children under 14 years of age may not be in the shooting area.
19. Children 14 to 17 years of age may shoot up to a .22 caliber, under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
20. Alcoholic beverages and impairing medication will not be consumed prior to or while participating in shooting activities.
Please be advised, customers violating range safety rules will be held accountable for their actions and may be asked to leave the range area. If continued violations occur, this person may face the possibility losing all range use privileges. This will be discussed through the HFSS office, FMWR leadership and the Garrison Commander. The Garrison Commander will render the final decision on whether or not to ban any individual from using the FMWR ranges.
Rifle/Pistol Range (Range 116) is walking distance from the Camps and the Tower Barracks Shoppette! Whether you are new to marksmanship or experienced our team wants to see you on Range 116. Make an appointment through the link below!
Hours of Operation (by appointment only):
Saturday & Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Please be aware that Range 116 will be closed due in observance of Bavarian Holidays and/or in support of our Paintball Program the following days of 2024:
March 29
April 14 & 28
Mary 19
June 2
June 30
November 1, 17, & 24
Click here for the July Range Calendar*
*Range openings may be modified at any time.
On days the range is open, contact the Wild BOAR at DSN 526-2628 / CIV 09641-70-526-2628 for same day appointments.
To make an appointment for another day please send us an Email:
a) please click here (only for outlook)
b) usarmy.bavaria.id-europe.list.hfss-office2@army.mil (other Email-programs)
Note: If you would like to use the range outside of normal opening hours of operation, a minimum of two weeks advanced notice is required. Please contact Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation for more information.
Don’t have your own weapon, no problem, the rifle/pistol range has weapons for rent.
Pistols/revolvers:
Rifles:
No weapon license is required to use the range.
Ages 14-17 may only fire a 22lr at the rifle and pistol range. Parent must be in direct supervision of youth marksmen. US ID Cardholders and German citizens that are bona-fide guests of U.S. ID Cardholders are allowed.
Ammo is available for sale at the range. Pricing varies.
This limitation is in accordance with German weapons law - section 27.
Please note that the ranges accept cash only (U.S. Dollar only).
No cards accepted at the range.
Range 116 is operated by Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation. The range has weapons available for rent. Range 116 has 308, 223 & 22 rifles as well as the civilian version of the Army’s M17 9mm (P320) pistols.
FISHING PROGRAM
We are open for the renewal of fishing permits. CHECK OUT FISHING CLASSES.
Night fishing has changed to every Friday night from May through September at the Dickhäuter Lake only.
If you have further questions regarding fishing, please contact us by clicking here.
