Massachusetts Rifle Association - "America's Oldest Active Gun Club"

Massachusetts Rifle Association - "America's Oldest Active Gun Club" Mass. R***e Association is America's oldest active gun club, conveniently located near rtes 93 and 128 in Woburn, MA with much to offer and great members.

The Massachusetts R***e Association (MRA) - also known as "Walnut Hill" - is the oldest active gun club in America. The club is located in Woburn, MA near the intersection of routes 93 and 128. Facilities include:

-100/200 yard outdoor r***e range
-50 yard range outdoor pistol/r***e range
-50 foot outdoor pistol range
-Trap and Sporting Clays range
-Archery Range.
-Indoor 50 foot gallery / small

bore range with 24/7 access
-Indoor 25 yard indoor pistol/r***e range with 24/7 access


More info can be found at http://www.massr***e.com/

If you're a woman over 21 and haven't shot in a while or if you've never shot before and want to find out what it is lik...
08/23/2026

If you're a woman over 21 and haven't shot in a while or if you've never shot before and want to find out what it is like to shoot a pistol, r***e and/or sh***un, or are just in the mood to try something safe, fun and different, this day is for you.

WHO:
Any woman 21 and over interested in trying fi****ms for the first time or learning more about the shooting sports in a safe, friendly and low pressure environment.

WHAT:
A day of safe fun. We'll start with mandatory, brief safety instruction in proper fi****ms handling followed by range demonstrations and coaching while you get to shoot ai***ns, pistols, r***es and a sh***un. All fi****ms and am******on will be will be provided as well as lunch and a drawing for a free Basic Fi****ms Safety Course (a $150.00 value) from our State Police certified Instructors as well as other prizes donated by Four Seasons Fi****ms in Woburn and others. Discounts on membership will be available for those wishing to join the MRA. Space is limited and advance registration is required.

WHEN:
Saturday September 26, 2026 from 8:00 am sharp (mandatory safety briefing) through mid afternoon (to allow everyone a chance to try each event).

You MUST sign up in advance.

DEADLINE:
ALL applications must be received no later than September 12, 2026 but please be advised that we usually fill up well before the deadline.

COST:
$45.00 per individual or bring a friend or family member and pay only $80.00 for the two of you. Fee will help defray cost of materials provided including am******on, targets and lunch.

Space is limited in order to provide both the maximum amount of range time and appropriate coaching. Reservations will be filled on a first come, first served basis. If you wish to attend with a friend it is suggested that you submit your applications together.

HOW:
You can either go to our website www.massr***e.com , go to fi****ms safety training and print off an application and send it in or stop by the club on a Sunday morning or Wednesday evening and speak to one of our office volunteers.

08/03/2026

Go MRA Juniors!
Congratulations!
🏅🏅🏅🏅🥈

Congratulations to the  MRA's Massachusetts Junior Pistol Team!Gold medals in mixed team positions. And silver medal for...
08/02/2026

Congratulations to the MRA's Massachusetts Junior Pistol Team!

Gold medals in mixed team positions. And silver medal for individual standing supported position for one of our athlete.

2026
PROGRESSIVE-POSITION AIR PISTOL
JUNIOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

July 31st - Aug 2nd, 2026
Columbia, MO

Attention perspective members:Our 2026 new member orientation schedule is full.  We will begin accepting applications fo...
07/30/2026

Attention perspective members:

Our 2026 new member orientation schedule is full. We will begin accepting applications for membership on November 4th for the 2027 calendar year.

Thank you for your interest in the MRA.

As we celebrate Independence Day, we are reminded of the traditions, craftsmanship, and freedoms that have helped shape ...
07/02/2026

As we celebrate Independence Day, we are reminded of the traditions, craftsmanship, and freedoms that have helped shape our country.

For 150 years, the Massachusetts R***e Association has helped preserve and advance the tradition of American marksmanship. Founded in 1875 by Civil War veterans, the MRA is the oldest continuously operating gun club in the United States.

From its historic home at Walnut Hill, generations of members, competitors, volunteers, innovators, and shooting enthusiasts have helped shape the future of marksmanship. Walnut Hill has played an important role in the development of modern rimfire shooting, fi****ms research, and competitive shooting in America.

To commemorate that legacy, the MRA partnered with Henry Repeating Arms to create the limited-edition MRA Sesquicentennial Golden Boy r***e.

Built on Henry’s iconic Golden Boy platform, this special edition honors the MRA’s founding in 1875, the enduring legacy of Walnut Hill, and the generations of members who have carried the Association’s mission forward.

Each r***e is built to order, and a portion of every sale is returned to the MRA in support of our mission to promote the shooting sports in a safe and friendly environment.

Learn more and order through Henry Repeating Arms:
https://www.henryusa.com/mra150/

The r***e is chambered in .22 S/L/LR, features a blued 20-inch octagon barrel and genuine American walnut furniture, and includes engravings honoring the MRA seal and historic Walnut Hill. Orders are shipped through a federally licensed fi****ms dealer.

This Independence Day, celebrate 150 years of American marksmanship and help carry the MRA’s legacy forward for generations to come.

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇲

One of our Directors stopped by with his 1862 US Model 1861 r***e-musket made in Springfield,  MA.
05/17/2026

One of our Directors stopped by with his 1862 US Model 1861 r***e-musket made in Springfield, MA.

The Massachusetts R***e Association community is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Edward George, a Life Member,...
05/09/2026

The Massachusetts R***e Association community is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Edward George, a Life Member, Counsel to our Board of Directors, and friend.

Edward was a passionate advocate for the shooting sports, youth shooting programs, and a strong supporter of our community for many years. He was also a longtime member of the MRA Pistol Team and brought back the "Chevalier Ira Paine Pistol Match" honoring a notable marksman and member from the 1880s.

His dedication, voice, and commitment to preserving and promoting the traditions of responsible fi****ms ownership will not be forgotten and service as an enduring legacy.

Our thoughts and condolences are with his wife Janet, and his family, his many friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Rest in peace, Ed.

NOTICE OF ONGOING RANGE IMPROVEMENTS Installation of new Loeb air system has started. From Monday May 4 through end of M...
05/08/2026

NOTICE OF ONGOING RANGE IMPROVEMENTS

Installation of new Loeb air system has started. From Monday May 4 through end of May or till job is complete. During the installation process:

Loeb Range
Closed Full Time

Fazio Range
Closed
Monday - Friday from 6am - 4pm
Open
Saturday and Sunday during normal hours

Pope Range
Closed
Monday - Friday until 4pm
Open
Saturday and Sunday during normal hours

Summa and McLaughlin Ranges open daily for normal hours

Will send updates as to progress of the project and any modifications to the schedule. Will update events calendar on massr***e.com with any changes

This is a long project, but the rewards will be a new, better air system for the Loeb Range.

If you are in delt as to what "normal hours" are for a particular range, please consult the range rules.

Thank you

Show us your MRA 150th commemorative r***e!    ***es
05/03/2026

Show us your MRA 150th commemorative r***e!



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Address

R***e Range Road/290R Salem St
Woburn, MA
01801

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5:30pm - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

(781) 933-2138

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