SKEET SHOOTING

Buckhorn Gun Club — Skeet Shooting in Mebane, North Carolina

A Traditional Clay Target Club in Central North Carolina

Buckhorn Gun Club, also listed as Buckhorn Rifle & Pistol Club, is located in Mebane, North Carolina, making it a convenient stop for shooters coming from Burlington, Durham, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and the surrounding central NC area. While the club has multiple shooting facilities, the visitor-friendly clay target opportunity to focus on here is skeet shooting.

According to the club listing, Buckhorn has 1 skeet field, and skeet is listed as Member/Public, meaning it is one of the shotgun activities available during public/open shooting times. Rifle and pistol access is listed differently as Member/Guest, so visitors should understand that the public-facing opportunity is centered on clay target shotgun shooting rather than general walk-in rifle or pistol range use.

What Is Skeet Shooting?

Skeet shooting is a shotgun sport where clay targets are launched from two different houses — a high house and a low house — positioned on opposite sides of a semi-circular shooting field. Shooters move through a series of stations and attempt to break clay targets as they fly across the field at different angles.

Unlike trap shooting, where targets generally fly away from the shooter, skeet targets cross from side to side. That makes skeet a great way to practice timing, swing, lead, and follow-through. It is fast, fun, and challenging, but still approachable for new shooters when proper instruction is available.

What Makes Skeet Shooting at Buckhorn Special

Buckhorn’s skeet field gives shotgun shooters a traditional club-style place to enjoy one of the most classic clay target sports. Because skeet is listed as Member/Public, visitors and non-members can take part during open shooting times, which makes the club more accessible than a fully private-only facility.

Another important detail is that new shooters are welcome, and instruction is available. That makes Buckhorn a good place for someone who is curious about skeet but may not know the station layout, target order, or safety etiquette yet. Instead of trying to figure everything out alone, new shooters can ask questions, learn the flow, and get comfortable with how the field operates.

The club also has 1 lighted field, which helps support evening shooting opportunities, especially during Wednesday night open shooting. That can be a big plus for folks who want to shoot after work or enjoy cooler evening conditions during warmer months.

Operating Season & Hours

Buckhorn’s listed open shooting schedule is:

Wednesday nights
Saturday at 1:00 PM
Sunday at 1:00 PM

These are the key times for visitors because skeet is listed as Member/Public, and new shooters are welcome during open shooting. The club appears to operate year-round, but availability can still depend on weather, holidays, registered shoots, club events, and maintenance.

Because Buckhorn is a traditional club rather than a commercial walk-in attraction, it’s best to confirm the schedule before driving out, especially if you are traveling from outside the Mebane area.

Prices for Skeet Shooting

The available listing does not clearly publish current skeet target fees or guest pricing, so visitors should confirm costs directly before going.

Guests should be prepared for a traditional clay-target fee structure, which may include a price per round, a target fee, or possible guest/non-member fees.

A few key things are clearly listed:

No credit cards accepted
No ammunition sales
No gun rentals
No pro shop

So bring cash, bring your own shotgun, bring your own shells, and come prepared with eye and ear protection.

How to Come Shoot or Spectate

Visitors can come during the listed open shooting times: Wednesday nights, Saturdays at 1:00 PM, and Sundays at 1:00 PM. Since skeet is listed as Member/Public, non-members may be able to participate during those open shooting periods.

If you are new, arrive early, introduce yourself, and ask about instruction or range procedures before stepping onto the skeet field. Skeet has a specific station layout, target sequence, and safety rhythm, so it’s better to learn the process from someone experienced instead of guessing.

Spectators should stay behind the shooting area and should still bring hearing protection. Clay target shooting is loud, and safety rules apply even if you are only watching.

What Visitors Need to Know Before Going

Buckhorn Gun Club is best understood as a traditional shooting club with public clay target opportunities. It is not a tourist-style range where everything is rented or provided for you.

Helpful things to know:

1 skeet field
Skeet listed as Member/Public
Rifle and pistol listed as Member/Guest
New shooters welcome
Instruction available
1 lighted field
Food available on registered shoot days
No pro shop
No ammunition sales
No gun rentals
No credit cards accepted
Bring your own shotgun, shells, eye protection, and ear protection
Bring cash
Confirm hours before going

Buckhorn is a good fit for folks who want a real club-style skeet shooting experience — straightforward, traditional, and focused on learning the sport, breaking clays, and enjoying a friendly shooting environment.