INFORMATION

Safety and Bylaws

Rules. We've just got to have them. There are just too many of us and too much at risk if we don't have some guidelines to keep us all safe, share the work load and be fair to our fellow club members. Please know and abide by these regulations while participating in club activities and using the facilities.

NRA Fundamental Rules for Safe Gun Handling

  • Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
  • Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
  • Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

NRA Rules for Using or Storing a Gun

  • Know your target and what is beyond.
  • Know how to use the gun safely.
  • Be sure the gun is safe to operate.
  • Use only the correct ammunition for your gun.
  • Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.
  • Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
  • Store guns so they are not accessible to unauthorized persons.
  • Be aware that certain types of guns and many shooting activities require additional safety precautions.

CLUB BY-LAWS (PDF format) 12/7/2023

CLUB RULE BOOK (PDF format) 12/2023 Effective 1/1/2024

CLUB RULE BOOK (Booklet Version) (PDF format) 12/2023 Effective 1/1/2024

Our History

Cherokee Rod & Gun Club | Kingsport, TN | Shooting Range | Fishing Club

The Cherokee Rod & Gun Club was founded in 1955 as a non-profit organization that was, and still is, actively engaged in the preservation of wildlife, and in environmental issues that involve clean air, streams, and lakes.

We are involved and active in issues concerning sportsmen and conservationists through our membership in and support of East Tennessee Sportsmen's Federation, Tennessee Conservation League and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency . Cherokee Rod & Gun Club is one of the strongest conservation interests in East Tennessee.

The Club originally had facilities located on Beason Wells Road and they were later moved to the current Reservoir Road location.

Lost & Found

Several items have been found recently at the club on various ranges.

You may also contact the current president or other club officers for assistance.

Fraternal Items

The club has the following items available for purchase by our members, all identifying you as member of the Cherokee Rod & Gun Club.

  • Club Patches
  • Hats
  • Shirts
  • Lapel Pins featuring the club logo
Cherokee Rod & Gun Club | Kingsport, TN | Shooting Range | Fishing Club
Cherokee Rod & Gun Club | Kingsport, TN | Shooting Range | Fishing Club
Cherokee Rod & Gun Club | Kingsport, TN | Shooting Range | Fishing Club
Cherokee Rod & Gun Club | Kingsport, TN | Shooting Range | Fishing Club