The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Citizen’s Shooting Range Advisory Committee (CAC) includes seven volunteer representatives—one from each IDFG region—plus the Statewide Shooting Range Manager. The Committee is also supported by technical advisors such as the IDFG Federal Aid Coordinator, Compliance Administrator, and Grants and Contracts Analyst.
CAC volunteers are experienced in shooting sports and familiar with shooting range design, maintenance, and operations. They objectively review grant applications for eligibility, community value, and technical merit.
Each year, the CAC evaluates shooting range project proposals submitted through the IDFG Public Shooting Range Grant Program. After reviewing and prioritizing projects, the Committee recommends funding selections to the IDFG Director and Commission.
Supporting improvements to public shooting ranges provides key benefits:
- Ensures access to safe, secure, affordable, and accessible shooting facilities.
- Offers opportunities for archery, shotgun, rifle, and handgun shooting for recreation and competition.
- Incorporates essential safety features that reduce risks to surrounding communities.
- Provides defined areas for target shooting, reducing dispersed shooting in unauthorized areas and helping prevent wildfires, litter, and environmental damage.
