1. What is the maximum allowed ammunition load on the trap range? HintRule # IV.D.3. 3 dram equivalent, shot size 7 1/2, 8 or 9 shot, and a maximum muzzle velocity of 1200 fps
2. When is smoking on the range around black powder and black powder substitutes not allowed? HintRule # III.2. Within 15 feet of black powder.
3. Which of these statements is correct for the indoor pellet range? HintRule # IV.G.3. Only compressed air, carbon dioxide, and spring powered guns firing .177 or .22 caliber blunt nose lead pellets weighing less than 25 grains may be fired on this range.
4. Which of these statements is correct for shooting .177 pellets in the indoor pellet range? HintRule # IV.G.4 The maximum allowable velocity is 1000 fps for .177 pellets.
5. Which statement is correct for shooting .22 pellet in the indoor pellet range? HintRule # IV.G.4. The maximum allowable velocity is 800 fps for .22 pellets.
6. On which range(s) is an orange flag required to be displayed forward of the firing positions when anyone is downrange? HintRule #IV.C.3. 200 Yard Range.
7. When targets are placed between 7-15 yards on the pistol range, the shooter must ensure proper target height such that fired rounds does not strike anywhere between the firing line and HintRule # II.A.1. the impact area beyond the 50 yard protective berm.
8. Pictures, caricatures or illustrations depicting real people may not be used as targets. HintRule # II.A.3. True
9. The firing line is HintRule # I.C.20 and I.C.21. Where you shoot from where the muzzle of the firearm is at the forward edge of the concrete pad so that the firearm can not be discharged behind anyone.
10. Select all the correct answers. Semiautomatic strings may be fired on any range at a rate that allows HintRule # I.C.19. the aiming of each shot and all shots fired must be controlled and strike within the designated Impact Area for the shooters position.
11. Select all that apply. On AGC ranges, firearms are considered loaded when: HintRule # I.C9.a-d. Select all except for Unloaded cap and ball revolver action loading gates are closed.
12. The 10 rightmost lanes on the 100 yard Barnes range HintRule # IV.B.4. are reserved for Benchrest Only shooting.
13. Lanes to the left of lane 57 (orange column) are opened HintRule # IV.B.2. only at the discretion of the RSO.
14. Select the correct answer pertaining to shooting at steel targets. HintRule # II.B.1-5. After passing a steel target rules quiz with a score of 100% and receiving a yellow badge with certification sticker.
15. People may stay in the pits between ceasefires on the 200-yard range only during organized shoots under the control of a designated Match Director. HintRule #IV.C.10 True
16. On the 200-Yard Range when using the AGC target frames and multiple targets, the mounting of the aiming point cannot be less than HintRule # IV.C.6. 12 inches from the frame side members.
17. The protective berms on the pistol range HintI.C.19 Is not intended to receive fired rounds.
18. Pick the best answer. Always keep your finger off the trigger HintRule # I.A.3. Cardinal Rule # 3. until sights are on the target and you are ready to shoot.
19. If a firearm fails to fire, the muzzle shall remain pointed at the impact area for at least how many seconds before remedial action is taken? HintRule # I.C.23. 30 seconds
20. Select "ALL" the statements below that are correct when transporting firearms to the concrete pad? HintRule #s I.C.10 and I.C.11. Cased firearms may be brought onto the Concrete Pad and placed on the ground or shooting bench at any time. You shall NOT open the case or otherwise handle the firearm until the line is called HOT and Uncased firearms shall NOT be brought onto or taken from the Concrete Pad when a Cease Fire is in effect
21. When shooting handicaps for trap, shooters may shoot from a staggered position not to exceed HintRule # IV.D.6. 2 yards
22. Sky drawing is the practice of drawing the bow back while aiming above the target before lowering the aim point down onto the target and is VIDEO HintRule # IV.F.2 never allowed.
23. Prior to loading black powder firearms, shooters using muzzle loading rifles or pistols shall fire caps on all nipples of percussion firearms or a pan full of powder in a flintlock while pointing the firearm downrange. HintRule # III.2. True
24. Pick the correct answer. Containers of black powder propellant shall be HintRule # III.4. kept closed when not being used.
25. Muzzle loading firearms using granulated propellant "may have" the propellant poured into the muzzle directly from a powder can "not exceeding 1/2 pound" of black powder. HintRule # III.3. False!!! A powder measure usually holds no more than about 120 gr of powder. There are 3500 gr of powder in 1/2 pound. Please use a powder measure and live another day.
26. Select all of the following statements that apply when badge holders bring guest to the range. HintRange Rules I.B.4, I.B.5, I.B.6, I.B.7, I.B.8, and I.C.4. They all apply!
27. Select all of the following that apply when a badge holder must leave the firing line when he has guests. HintI.C.4. Safe your firearm(s) and instruct your guest to not touch the firearms and to stay behind the white line until you return.
28. Range badges shall be worn exposed at all times when shooting. They may not be loaned or transferred. The AGC reserves the right to request additional photo identification to confirm identity. Non shooting members shall display their range badge or current AGC club membership card when on range property. HintI.B.2. True
29. The decisions of the Range Safety Officers (RSOs) are not subject to dispute during range operations. Arguing with, or refusing to follow the directions of a RSO may result in the offender being sent home and having their range badge impounded. Any action or decision of a RSO may be brought to the attention of your Club Officers for disposition or appeal. HintI.B.1 and I.B.1.a - True.
30. Alcohol consumption is not permitted on or near any AGC firing area, and permitted in the Barnes Range House and Memorial Hall only. Alcohol may be consumed only after shooting is completed and firearms have been secured. Anyone who appears to be intoxicated or under the influence of drugs will not be allowed on AGC property. HintRule # I.B.10. True
31. During a Cease Fire, all uncased firearms shall remain unloaded and pointed downrange or racked in an upright position with actions open, magazines removed, and ECI’s in place. Except ECI use is optional for muzzle-loaded firearms and shotguns on the trap range. HintRule # I.C.3.d. True
32. During a Cease Fire, stay behind the white line and do not touch your firearm when not pulling or posting targets. When weather permits the RSO's may ask the shooters to step back off the concrete pad. HintI.C.3.e. True
33. Tracer, incendiary ammunition or exploding targets HintRule # I.C.25. Is prohibited on any AGC ranges.
34. Shooters shall clean up their area and police their brass and shotshell hulls when finished shooting and firearms are not being handled. HintRule # I.C.30. and IV.D.9 True
35. Targets and Target Frames must not be capable of deflecting a projectile in an unsafe direction. HintRule # I.C.26 True
36. Select the correct answer. When AGC metal frames are used on the Pistol Range HintRule # IV.A.6. only a single centered aiming point is allowed.
37. Select the correct answer. Firearms used in all trap events HintRule #IV.D.12 and IV.D.13. shall be fired from the shoulder. Folding stocks shall be in the extended position.
38. Check ALL that APPLY. If you squeeze the trigger and get an unexpected "click and no bang", a "pop and no kick", or an abnormal sound or weak recoil you VIDEO VIDEO HintRule # I.C.23 All these apply! These are some reasons why following the rule is important.
39. If at any time when the line is hot people are seen on the range, or if animals are seen downrange near anyones target and that person doesn't seem to be aware that the animal is in that persons line of fire while the line is hot, you should call immediately for a cease fire. HintRange Rule # I.C.22, IV.D.17, IV.B.4, IV.D.2, IV.D.7 and IV.F.5 True
40. Hours of Operation for AGC Ranges. SELECT ALL THAT APPLY. HintRule # Hours of operation. All apply!
41. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. All of us have an obligation to police their shooting neighbors and help them follow the safety rules. If a polite reminder does not have the desired effect or is poorly received, please report the violation to a RSO. Safety First, Safety Last, Safety Always! HintRule # I and I.C.1
42. Why are the AGC range hours strictly enforced? HintI.C.3.b and Affidavit requirement to inform why. The correct answer is the one about being a good neighbor.
43. Pick the correct answer concerning AGC's history. HintSee the AGCs About Us webpage. The Associated Gun Clubs of Baltimore, Inc. was formed on July 1, 1944 when a number of World War II veterans in the Baltimore, Maryland area began looking for a place for recreational and competitive shooting. They organized with several other Baltimore area shooting clubs to form the \"AGC\".
44. Parking is permitted in designated areas as posted. Driving onto any of the ranges is prohibited unless prior permission is granted by the RSO or Executive VP. HintRule #I.B.13 True
45. An explanation of the organization is that the AGC is governed by a Board of Trustees, comprised of fifteen voting members elected by the Charter clubs who originally formed the Association. The Board of Trustees meets monthly to act on AGC business. The AGC was chartered by and for its member clubs, and functions and exists to (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY): HintAfadavit info. See AGCs About US webpage. Note: All apply.
46. The AGC range facility is located on sixty acres in northwest Baltimore County, at the junction of Marriottsville Road and Wards Chapel Road. The range offers all clubs' members, their families and guests a safe, maintained, and clean location to enjoy the shooting sports year round. The AGC range offers (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY) A fifty point outdoor pistol range, firing at 25 and 50 yards, with covered firing line — equipped to handle NRA conventional pistol match competitions
A 100-yard benchrest-equipped rifle, black powder, and pistol range, with covered firing line — firing at intermediate distances of 25, 50, and 75 yards
A ten point outdoor, high power rifle range with covered firing line — firing at 200 yards, with military-style target frames and equipped to handle national match events
A four field, lighted, outdoor trap range with automatic and manual trap houses, a coin-operated wobble trap, and portable Lincoln trap throwers
A 50 yard archery range and simulated tree stand
Memorial Hall clubhouse/meeting hall — with coke machine, pay phone and restrooms (located adjacent to the trap range);
Lower range house/meeting hall — with coke machine, pay phone and restrooms (located at the 100 yard Barnes Range) The bathroom located on the first floor of the Barnes Range House is designated as the handicap accessible bathroom and is reserved for handicapped personnel only.
HintAll apply. AGCs About Us webpage
47. Cardinal Rules of Gun Safety: 1. Assume that all guns are always loaded. 2. Never point the gun at anything you are not willing to shoot. 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target and you are ready to shoot. 4. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it. VIDEO HintRule # I.A.1-4 True
48. All firearms being brought to or transported on range property shall be unloaded, with the exception of firearms worn only under applicable Maryland law, and within the constraints and conditions of your carry permit. Select all that apply. Unloaded means: HintRule # I.C.6. They all apply.
49. “Guests” are defined as a friend, acquaintance, family member or prospective member who you invite to the range for recreational purposes and that provide no compensation. If compensation is received in any way, then the activity falls under the Chapter XV, Certified Instructor Organization (CIO's), vetting and operating procedures as posted on the AGC website. HintTrue. Orientation Presentation
50. Which photo(s) represent how the firearm should look during a cease fire to show that it is unloaded? HintRange Safety Orientation. The top right photo is the correct answer.
51. Select "ALL" ammunition calibers listed below that are NOT allowed on the pistol range per Chapter X in the policies and procedures. HintRule # IV.A.1.a 223, 270 and 308 are not allowed
52. On the pistol range, rifle caliber handguns are HintRule # IV.A.2 Not Permitted
53. Select all that apply. On what range(s) are the portable shooting benches required to be positioned so that the front legs are at the forward edge of the Concrete Pad prior to shooting? HintRule # IV.B.5 and IV.C.2 Both the 100 and 200 yard ranges
54. On the shotgun patterning range shooting slugs, steel shot larger than BBB, and lead shot larger than #2 is HintRule IV.E.2, Rule IV.E.3, and IV.E.4. Not permitted.
55. Select all that apply. Trap shooters shall unload and rack their shotguns HintRule # IV.D.9 and IV.D.10 before picking up spent and unspent shot shells and before walking beyond the 16 yard line to the trap house
Test your knowledge of the AGC orientation and AGC Range Rules (Updated Jan 21, 2020).
