How to Be a Rangemaster for a Trap Field

The rangemaster or range safety supervisor at a trap field is responsible for coordinating events and ensuring the participants act appropriately and follow safety guidelines. The job requires intimate personal experience and knowledge about firearms. The job also requires a time commitment and regular attendance at the range. Busy trap fields often have multiple rangemasters to distribute the workload in a reasonable manner. Obtaining a rangemaster position is a time-consuming process that requires dedication to trap shooting and firearm safety.

Things You'll Need

  • Range safety officer certification
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Instructions

    • 1

      Attend the trap range as a participant on a regular basis. Practice shooting and advance your skills while becoming familiar with the range, employees and rangemaster. Demonstrate your ability to follow the safety guidelines on every visit.

    • 2

      Compete in trap shooting competitions at your local range. Gain recognition and develop friendships with other local shooters at the competitions.

    • 3

      Attend and pass the range safety officer course through the National Rifle Association. Also complete weapons safety certification courses through your state wildlife agency.

    • 4

      Present the certifications to the current rangemaster and offer your services as a volunteer at events until an official position opens. Paid rangemaster positions are not common and you must operate as a volunteer or substitute rangemaster until a position does open.

    • 5

      Apply for an official and paid position when the opportunity is presented. Your volunteer work and relationships place you in an excellent position for the job.