Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How do I become a member?

A. There is a waiting list of several years, as there is a fixed number of memberships (or shares allowed). There is very little turnover in the shares. If you would like to get your name on the list show up at one of the Board meetings at the Club the last Monday of the month at 7:00pm.

Q. What are the requirements for getting a permit to carry?

A. This info taken from Minnesota Dept. of Public Safety

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must complete an application form.
• Must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm.
• Must not be listed in the criminal gang investigation system.
• Must be a resident of the county from which you are requesting a permit if you reside in Minnesota. Non-residents may apply to any Minnesota county sheriff.
• Must provide certificate of completed authorized firearms training. Training by a certified instructor and completed within one year prior to applying for a permit to carry.

Q. What permit to carry instruction does Monticello Sportsmen Club provide?

A. MSC offers high quality, low cost MN Permit to Carry instruction that is fully approved by the state and taught by several highly experienced NRA trainers who are active handgun shooters. The course costs $100 (subject to change). You have the option to purchase the NRA handbooks for future reference. Class size is kept small and multiple instructors are there to assure a solid learning experience for novice and experienced shooters.

We provide certificate of completion of our training course, which included roughly 8 hours of classroom training and a live fire skill test.  As indicated above, to obtain a permit to carry you will still have to apply for a permit at your county sheriff's office once the training is complete.  Contact Steve at 763-295-4121 for more info, or to sign up.  You may also, e-mail the club.

Q. Is the Club open to the Public?

A. The Club is only open to the Public during trap shooting times Wednesday and Thursday evenings.  Also, Monticello Sportsmen Club has deer rifle sight-ins for a per gun charge in late October/early November.  Please check out the calendar for exact dates.  Other than that, the Club is only open to members and their supervised guests.

Q. Can someone rent the Club facilities for a special event?

A. Due to insurance liability the Club is not available for rent.  If your organization trains youth about firearms please e-mail the Club with the details and the activity will be discussed at the Board meeting.

Q. I'm a shareholder, how do I find out more of what's going on at the Club?

A. Board meetings are held at 7:00 PM every last Monday of the month and Shareholders are encouraged to check it out!

Q. When does the gate code change?

A. You should be mailed information in December regarding gate fees. The gate code changed April 15th of every year.

Q. Does the Club sell ammo?

A. The Club only sells shotgun shells for trap, however you may bring your own ammo to use.

Q. Does the Club provide Firearms Safety Courses?

A. Not at this time.