Enjoy National Shooting Sports Month with deals at Utah shooting ranges

The Lee Kay Shooting Range. Photo: Courtesy of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

UTAH — National Shooting Sports Month in August presents the perfect opportunity to visit Utah shooting ranges.

Using established ranges can also contribute to wildfire prevention if you plan on target shooting in the current hot conditions.

Whether you’re a beginner wanting to try your hand at shooting a bow or rifle for the first time, or a seasoned hunter gearing up for the fall hunts, the two shooting ranges provided by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources have something for everyone. Check websites for a full list of amenities.

Lee Kay Public Shooting Range– Located at 6000 West 2100 South in Salt Lake City. Open Wednesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for youth ages 15 and younger.

Cache Valley Public Shooting Range – 2851 West 200 North Valley Highway 30 in Logan. Open Wednesday to Thursday from 2-7 p.m., Fridays from 12-7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Admission is $6 for an adult day pass and $3 for youth.

“Along with being a great option to come sight in a rifle or try shotgun shooting, we also host many instructor-led hunter education classes that help teach and train people to be ethical and responsible hunters,” Blanche Smith, manager of Lee Kay, said in a press release. “We also host a lot of classes, clinics, seminars and club events, where people can learn a variety of shooting sports skills. The Lee Kay Public Shooting Range is a close, convenient place to come and safely shoot.”

Both shooting ranges have an ongoing promotion, available all year round, that offers free or discounted shooting to those who have purchased a firearm or archery equipment within the last 30 days. Provide proof of purchase to qualify for this deal.

Additionally, on National Hunting and Fishing Day (the fourth Saturday of September), visitors can enjoy free shooting at a discounted rate by presenting a valid hunting, fishing, or combination license.