Club Membership

Why Join NRC

Be part of a safety-first, volunteer-run club with indoor and outdoor ranges, training opportunities, league nights, and a welcoming community. Members help steward the range and keep local shooting sports thriving.

Who Can Join

  • Age 18+ with a valid MA LTC or FID (include number & expiration on your application).  
  • New members: must show a Basic Firearms Safety (or equivalent) certificate with live fire; if your course didn’t include live fire, complete a club evaluation or take a live-fire course first.  
  • Final approval happens at a club meeting (majority of members present) or by three Board members.  

Membership Options & 2025 Dues

  • Standard $165
  • Senior (60+) $90
  • Family $90 (additional household members)
  • Associate $90 (HRC or Easthampton F&G only; no voting)
  • Law Enforcement $140 (provide department)
  • Honorary $0(If you join Oct 1–Dec 31, the fee in parentheses on the form covers the rest of this year and next year.)    

How to Join (Step-by-Step)

  1. Download & complete the application. Have your LTC/FID info ready.  
  2. New members: enter your Safety Course type & certificate number (live-fire required).    
  3. Pick your membership category and include the appropriate fee.  
  4. Submit your application (mailing address on the form) and attend a club meeting for approval.    
  5. On acceptance, you’ll acknowledge our Range Safety Rules as a condition of membership.  

Associate Members

Provide a letter on host-club letterhead (signed by an officer) and a current host-club membership card; LEOs include badge/ID.  

What to Expect as a Member

You’ll help keep the club safe and tidy, follow all posted rules, and can host guests within policy. (Eye/ear protection required; see full Rules for details.)  

Ready to join?

[Download the 2025 Membership Application] and bring it to the next meeting—or mail to the address on the form.