About the Newport Rifle Club
The Oldest Rifle Club in America
Newport Rifle Club is the oldest continuously operating rifle club in the United States of America. The club was founded in 1876 by W. Milton Farrow, said to be the best rifle shot in America during the last quarter of the 19th Century.
Winner of numerous long-distance competitions at home and abroad, Farrow authored a book, How I Became a Crack Shot and Hints to Beginners, which is still in print. He started Farrow Arms Co. to manufacture guns of his design, considered to be among the finest target rifles ever produced.
Newport Rifle Club is a private organization that offers its members a wide variety of shooting options, training, and competition. From Bullseye Pistol to CMP high power rifle to muzzleloaders, shooters ranging from youngsters to seniors, from beginners to advanced can learn the basics or advance their skills to nationally and internationally ranked levels.
Competition
NRC hosts in-house competitions including muzzleloader and pistol/rifle marksmanship, as well as statewide individual and team leagues. The NRC Junior Team ranks among the most successful in the country.
Education
Classes on firearms safety, introduction to firearms, gun care and cleaning, and marksmanship. The NRC also hosts women-only basic and advanced pistol safety courses. NRA certified instructors are available for 1-on-1 coaching.
Community
A welcoming community with monthly meetings, annual cookout, members-only forum, and regular volunteer opportunities that keep the club strong.
Our Ranges
Ian Kearfoot Outdoor Range
A 9-port, 100-yard outdoor range with overhead safety baffles. Open from 9 AM to sunset all year long. Guests may watch members on the outdoor range, but are prohibited from shooting or handling firearms. Members must be qualified to use the outdoor range.
Raymond V. Mosher Indoor Range (Downstairs)
The 50-foot indoor range has 8 ports and a HEPA filtration system for air purity. Available to members and their guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Upstairs Range
An additional indoor range used for Junior Rifle Team training, club meetings, and various scheduled events. Monthly NRC meetings are held here beginning at 7:30 PM.
Classroom
A dedicated classroom space for instruction and training courses. All NRA courses and safety orientations are conducted here prior to range sessions.
Range Hours
Outdoor Range: 9 AM – Sunset, year-round
Members must be qualified. Guests may observe only.
Indoor Range (Downstairs): 24 hours / 7 days / 365 days
Members and their guests.
Upstairs Range: By scheduled events and training sessions