Florida Range Resources
Complement Your Safety Training with Local Range Practice
Find Trusted Ranges and Instructors in Florida
At Jeffrey Buck Safety Training, Jeffrey Buck, a safety trainer and speaker with 37 years as an NRA Certified Instructor, delivers engaging, classroom-based, and virtual firearms safety seminars for organizations across Florida and the United States. Our non-political, safety-focused programs equip country clubs, corporations, schools, and private groups with the knowledge to handle firearms responsibly. For those seeking hands-on range practice, we connect you with trusted local ranges and NRA-certified instructors to complement your training.
Why Choose a Local Range?
While our seminars focus on situational awareness, safe handling principles, and storage, hands-on practice at a reputable range can enhance your skills. Below, we’ve curated a list of Florida ranges and instructors, starting with Knight Trail Park Pistol and Rifle Range, a premier facility in Nokomis, FL. These resources are independent providers, not affiliated with Jeffrey Buck Safety Training, but they offer safe, professional environments for practice.
Example Range: Knight Trail Park Pistol and Rifle Range
Location: 3445 Rustic Road, Nokomis, FL 34275
Contact: 941-486-2351 or Sarasota County Call Center at 941-861-5000
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Website: Knight Trail Range
Knight Trail Park is a public shooting facility owned by Sarasota County, overseen by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Staffed by NRA-certified Range Safety Officers, it offers a variety of ranges, including an 18-position 100-yard rifle range, an 11-position 50-yard rifle/handgun range, a 24-position 25-yard rifle/handgun range, a 25-position 12-yard pistol range, and two frangible-only steel target positions.
Key Features:
- Safe, professional environment for all skill levels.
- Comprehensive safety rules (e.g., always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction, unloaded until ready).
- Daily fees: $11.95/adult, $9.00/youth under 18 (as of 2022; check website for updates).
Range Rules: Review the latest FWC rules before visiting, including requirements for eye/ear protection, proper target placement, and no rapid fire.
Other Florida Ranges and Instructors
To ensure access to quality practice across Florida, we recommend the following ranges and NRA-certified instructors (check websites for current details):
- Manatee Gun & Archery Club (Myakka City, FL): Offers pistol and rifle ranges, with NRA instructor-led courses. Contact: 941-322-0055.
- Tampa Bay Sporting Clays and Archery (Land O’ Lakes, FL): Includes pistol ranges and training options. Contact: 813-929-0074.
- Florida Firearms Academy (Tampa, FL): Provides NRA-certified instructors for range-based courses. Contact: 813-628-4377.
- Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club (New Smyrna Beach, FL): Features multiple ranges and training programs. Contact: 386-428-6311.
Note: These providers are independent and not affiliated with Jeffrey Buck Safety Training. Always verify range rules, fees, and instructor credentials before visiting.
Start with Our Safety Seminars
Before heading to a range, equip your organization with the knowledge to stay safe. Jeff’s seminars, blending NRA principles with entertaining, real-world examples, are perfect for corporate teams, school staff, or community groups. Book a session today to learn from a trusted safety trainer and speaker.
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