Welcome to the Daytona Gun Owners Website. 

This Website was created in response to the number of new firearms that are in folks hands in Daytona, and the importance of learning to shoot them properly.  I know that most of you have had some experience with your guns, but you are using a tool that is deadly and the more you use it, the better you will be at the end of the day.   As my drill sergeant once said, "If you always fall back on your training, then you will stand a far better chance of making it back home at the end of the day."

Training

Training is the first step in any gun purchase, and to be honest, I would prefer the training to take place before you buy the gun.  There are classes from Hunter Safety in Bunnell that will teach you the basics of safe shotgun and hunting rifle safety, to concealed weapons classes offered by private individuals, businesses, and even police departments.  The classes range from free to moderately expensive, and as I learn about them, and visit one of the classes to see how well the instructor teaches, I'll include them on the page.

Ranges

There are a number of ranges in Volusia and Flagler counties.  Some, like Stickland Range on 92, offer a controlled environment with rangemasters to keep things organized.  The Ocala Forest offers an uncontrolled range where courtesy and common sense rule.  Hot shots is indoors, and there are others to look at and go shooting in.  Just click on the ranges button to your left, and see what there is to offer.  Now, as with everything on the page, I only know of some of the ranges, so please, send me an email and put your favorite place to shoot in the pot so that others can benefit.

Groups

There are not very many shooting groups in Daytona yet.  But there are plenty of sports to attach groups around.  For instance, do you like to dress up?  Cowboy Action Shooting may be the thing for you.  How about those of you that are political forming an Action Group.  The possibilities are unlimited, and Daytona Gun Owners will be more than happy to place your group on the calendar, and allow you to communicate through the Forums to arrange meetings or issue announcements.

Reloading

As of yet, I have little information on reloading rounds.  There is a forum topic for reloaders and we can set up schedules on the Calendar.  I've reloaded myself and find that after the initial investment, each round costs about 50% less than store purchased.  You also have a tighter control of powders, primers, and bullet styles - making far more accurate rounds for target practice or hunting.  I am more than happy to offer to show anyone how it's done on my press, and will even entertain small groups.  If you are interested, or willing to teach a class on reloading, let me know.

Black Powder

Black Powder is now one of the few firearms endeavors that do not require a background check.  Black Powders weapons can be purchased at Wal-Mart or just about any gun store... even through Internet sales.  It is also smoky, noisy, and absolutely incredible fun.  I think one of the things I've noticed the most about Black Powder shooters is that they tend to be careful shooters, slow - methodical - and accurate.  Now, most folks think of Rifles as black powder, but there are plenty of inexpensive black powder handguns out there as well.  I have seen good quality guns for sale for as little as a hundred in Daytona.

Cleaning Classes. 

One of the hardest things to learn about shooting sometimes is taking the thing apart and cleaning all of the black junk out of it.  Oiling, maintaining, and how to do this or that is never covered in the owners manuals, but a poorly functioning or unlubricated weapon can possibly do more damage than good.

Forums

Forums are designed to get you talking with other gun owners.  I'm not moderating it at the moment, so play nice.  You will not be able to post messages there until you get a free and easy password and  user name.  I don't collect information, and I NEVER share anything with a third party.  So pop in, have a seat, pop a top and lets talk.

Daytona Gun Owners is an ongoing process.  Please contact us to list your store, range, or group.

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