Adams County's popular Tranquility Wildlife Area rifle and pistol shooting range is set to temporarily close its doors starting Monday, as reported by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. This temporary measure allows for necessary repairs and maintenance, wrapping up and re-opening the facility by late May this year. Maintenance will involve repairing the erosion and cracks that time and the elements have wrought on the berms, replenishing the sand in the backstops, and sowing fresh grass.
While the range is closed, enthusiasts and sports shooters looking to keep their aim true can continue to practice their marksmanship at alternative sites. The nearby Indian Creek Wildlife Area Shooting Range in Brown County offers a Class B unsupervised rifle and pistol range. In addition, the Spring Valley Wildlife Area Shooting Range in Greene County provides a Class A supervised option for shooters. More information about the range status can be easily found by visiting ODNR's website or calling the Tranquility Wildlife Area directly.
Shooting ranges managed by the Division of Wildlife require range permits for all visitors aged 18 and over. These permits ensure that the operations can function safely and effectively for all users. A $5 one-day shooting range permit or a $24 one-year shooting range permit can be purchased online through the ODNR website, via the HuntFish OH mobile app, or at designated hunting and fishing license vendors across the state. Please note that these permits are unavailable for sale at the ranges.
