Yes, I saw that update. Unfortunately, it’s advisory only, provided more for guidance to state and local authorities as they issue these orders. It’s not federal law.flowrie wrote: ↑Mon Mar 30, 2020 9:19 pm DHS Says Gun Manufacturers, Dealers, Ranges ‘Essential’
https://www.libertyparkpress.com/dhs-sa ... essential/
Granted, I’m not objecting to local authorities’ attempts to mitigate the spread and fight this pandemic. I’m not trying to be selfish and recklessly throw caution to the wind. I understand and agree with shelter-in-place orders to save lives as this new virus wreaks havoc upon so many victims and their families.
Nonetheless, I’m glad these orders recognize the health and psychological benefits of excepting “outdoor activities,” such as walking, running, biking, etc. I just think that going to a private outdoor range should also be included as an allowable “outdoor activity.” I believe it poses an extremely low risk of contracting or unknowingly transmitting any virus as long as proper social distancing is observed. My range is way out in a rural area of Kaufman County, and it has enough bays and space that one can easily distance themselves from any other member that shows up.