Somewhere to shoot in Christchurch

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   Hi all,I've been given a couple of old 70's and 80's break barrel .177 rifles that I have pulled apart, replaced seals and springs, and generally restored back to working order. Now I would very much like to find someplace where I can take my son, zero in the scopes (as best I can) and in general just enjoy the fruits of my labour. 

As I'm a beginner I'm not too fused about being super accurate (that may change if I get more into it), and I'm sure these old ladies will not be able to compete with any of the new generation of rifles. So for now just looking for a bit of fun with my son.

Any recommendations of any airgun ranges?...much appreciated

Phil

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namaman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 03 Aug 2025 Location: Christchurch Status: Offline Posts: 2	Post Options Post Reply Quote namaman Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Somewhere to shoot in Christchurch Posted: 03 Aug 2025 at 11:40pm
	Hi all, I've been given a couple of old 70's and 80's break barrel .177 rifles that I have pulled apart, replaced seals and springs, and generally restored back to working order. Now I would very much like to find someplace where I can take my son, zero in the scopes (as best I can) and in general just enjoy the fruits of my labour. As I'm a beginner I'm not too fused about being super accurate (that may change if I get more into it), and I'm sure these old ladies will not be able to compete with any of the new generation of rifles. So for now just looking for a bit of fun with my son. Any recommendations of any airgun ranges?...much appreciated Phil

Pauly5 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Moderator Joined: 11 Mar 2013 Location: Titahi Bay Status: Offline Posts: 1581	Post Options Post Reply Quote Pauly5 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 2025 at 9:43am
	Gday Phil, Welcome here. I'm not from ChCh so don't know anywhere there. But if I had to find places around where I live I think I would go for a drive in the country and try and find a quiet spot, or leave a note in a farmers letterbox introducing yourself and asking if there;s somewhere you can shoot, even if it's along a fenceline or under a tree belt. It seems like a lot of effort, but it could start up a good relationship and having somewhere to shoot is valuable. All the best, and keep us informed how you get on. Paul.

namaman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 03 Aug 2025 Location: Christchurch Status: Offline Posts: 2	Post Options Post Reply Quote namaman Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 2025 at 12:32pm
	Thanks Paul...That could certainly be an option. Thanks for the suggestion.

RangerPete Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 19 Apr 2023 Location: Cambridge. Status: Offline Posts: 985	Post Options Post Reply Quote RangerPete Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 2 hours 33 minutes ago at 2:27pm
	Hi Nanaman, Welcome to the forum. To add on to what Pauly said, I'm not sure if hunting is your cup of tea, or if its something you'd like to get your son into, but you could always offer the farmer/land owner some free pest control, once you've got your rifles and scopes sorted out. There might well be some farmers/land owners out there who would be happy to let you use their land in return for some pest control. Pete.
	Walk quietly, but carry a big stick.