The Rod & Gun Club of New Bedford, located at 1407 North Hixville Road, North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is a private sportsman's club founded in 1911 and incorporated in 1936. Situated on over 180 acres, it is dedicated to the conservation of natural resources and the safe use of sporting arms. The club, celebrating over 100 years of existence, offers a variety of shooting sports and activities facilitated by volunteer members. It is affiliated with several organizations, including the National Rifle Association and the Boy Scouts of America.
Three main rules of safe gun handling are emphasized: always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction, keep fingers off the trigger until ready to use, and keep firearms unloaded until ready to use. Additional specific range rules are also in place.
General Safety Guidelines: