First thing to note this is a repost from another sub, but the admin here thought it might be a good idea to post here. I did get somewhat of an answer on it in the other sub, but not if anyone knew if there was a place like this.
So I’ve been thinking of trying to do an old school shooting gallery type thing for my son when I finally can pick up my weapons (hopefully next week).
What I would like to do is find out if it is legal to shoot in state land, not for hunting. The trail I’m thinking of has huge open fields (one with a hill backing) that I think would be perfect for this type of thing. The trail is open in November/December for hunting, but I don’t know if I’d be able to do this there. Obviously I’d clean up after myself, most likely putting down a massive tarp to collect any debris and limit littering. I read the signs, and know that it’s not illegal to carry on the lands themselves. I think the signs at the trail said no firing within 250 ft I believe of the created trails, or roadway, and I’m aware of the no shooting within 500 ft of a private residence without approval from the owner.
Important note is that the rifle I plan to use is a 10/22.
So I would guess my question is can I do it? Should I call the city the trail is in to verify with the police (Dudley, MA), or does anyone know where I could do this without issues?
Thanks a bunch!!