What are your hours?
We are open everyday from 9:00AM - 9:00PM. Certain holidays we close early. We update our Google page accordingly.
Are you open to the public?
Yes. While we do offer great membership options, they are not required to use our facility. However, we suggest looking at our memberships anyways to see if any of the options would be a good fit for you.
Do you accept firearm transfers?
Yes. We charge $75 per firearm you are transferring. If the place you are buying from doesn't have our FFL on file, have them reach out and we will provide it to them. We will not directly give you our FFL information.
Can I make reservations?
We do not accept reservations for the general public. We are first come, first serve.
Elite Members are able to make lane reservations as part of their membership package.
Can I bring my own ammo?
Yes. You are able to bring your own ammunition to fire in your own firearms. If you are using any of our rental firearms, you must purchase our ammo to use in our rental firearms.
Do you have any ammo restrictions?
Yes. You are not able to bring or use any of the following:
Tracers
Indendiary
Green Tips
Gas
Explosive
Armor-Piercing
Penetrator (Steel-Core)
Birdshot
Buckshot
Do you have a gunsmith?
Yes. We offer basic gunsmithing services at our facility. We charge $40 per 30 minutes of work. Cleanings, sight swaps / installation, part swaps / installation, and basic repairs. If anything is beyond our scope of work, we will assist you in getting your firearm to the right place to get it taken care of.
Do you offer concealed carry classes?
Yes. We offer the new Concealed Carry course as well as the Concealed Carry renewal course. We charge $300 for the full course and $100 for the renewal.
Do you offer other classes?
Yes. We have a large variety of classes. New shooter classes, private instruction, move and shoot classes, holster work classes, emergency trauma classes. Do see all the classes we offer, please click on our classes page.
Do you have firearm rentals?
Yes. We have one of the largest selections you'll find. Currently we have over 170 rentals to choose from and we are always adding more.
What is the age restriction?
10 years old and up. Any minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian in order to enter the shooting range.
What type of I.D. do I need?
Illinois Resident: You need a valid Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) to be able to use the range, rent firearms, buy ammo, or buy firearms.
Non-Illinois Resident: You need a valid state issued ID from your state of residence to be able to use the range, rent firearms, or buy ammo.
Out of Country: Bring a valid passport.
All shooters entering the range must have a valid form of Identification.
Do I have to fill out a waiver?
Anyone entering the shooting range must fill out a waiver prior to entering the range. It must be filled out in its entirety. We do not share your information with any third-parties. We will verify your I.D. with your entered waiver information.
Do you buy used firearms?
Yes. However it depends on the make, model, and condition of the firearm. Please call us at 847-984-2283 to schedule a time with one of our staff members to bring in the firearms you are wanting to sell.
Can I host an event at the range?
Yes. We offer custom packages for anyone looking to host an event at our facility. If you are interested in hosting an event, please contact us at 847-984-2283 to discuss your ideas with our staff. You can also email us at info@northshoresportsclub.com.
