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gandalfretlaw · « **Reply #60 on:** January 15, 2013, 03:41:39 PM »

I disagree. I have been target shooting in my back yard in the middle of residential Santa Rosa (two blocks from McDonnalds) for over a year. If I shoot something supersonic I think that would generate interest. I have switched to a silent trap which probably helps, but I also bought a spinning target recently. I mostly shoot a Gamo Whisper, but often shot other less quiet guns. The loudest are the CO2 guns and pumpers. That's target practice, 100 shots per session or so. I think the neighbors must think I do lots of stapling work or just don't care. It's really not that loud past a fence.

Then there's pest control. That's only a couple shots over a long range of time unless your doing it wrong. In my experience, even with completely paranoid neighbors it's not noticeable. Going around with a gun is noticeable. Shooting an air gun is not. The point is to not let anyone see you wandering around with a gun. Hold it vertically by the barrel and it's suddenly a lot less noticeable. Shoot out a open window with the muzzle inside rather than outside. If your really concerned cut two large holes in a cardboard box and shoot with the muzzle inside that.

drewciferpike · « **Reply #61 on:** January 15, 2013, 04:37:54 PM »

Hm... I'm glad to hear that you're able to do that. I might try it, then. Most of the people I've spoken to in Sacramento get weird about anything that shoots something, even slingshots. Growing up in a farm town, it was never an issue. I guess I'm just pessimistic.

That said, your reply reminded me that I once broke up a 6" slab of concrete with a sledge, and that was LOUD. It took hours, and nobody complained. Heck, if the neighbor can rev his Harley, I should try and shoot in my back yard. I received my 34 clone, so I'm itching to use it. I'll look into making a silent trap.

gandalfretlaw · « **Reply #62 on:** January 15, 2013, 04:48:43 PM »

I'd start off slowly and be observant. You might also want to check your city laws. In my city it's completely legal with an NRA approved backstop. I think the main thing is to be sure nobody can really see what your doing. Out of sight out of mind. I did sound meter testing and these things really aren't much louder than a metal staple gun. They sound really loud when you are firing them, but a few feet back they are much quieter. I had my friend Dave shoot my gun one time and I was completely surprised how quiet it was with my ear not on the stock. It was ten times quieter than I thought it was.

People will get weird if they see you. I think the main thing is to not be seen. I have a 6' fence around my yard. You could look between the cracks, but that really does the job. It also provides a sound break. I do stop if my one neighbor is in her yard. I anticipate possible issues, but she only comes out smokes a cigarette and goes back in, not a big deal.

I use a silent trap made out of an old luggage case and have a double backstop behind that with a fence behind that.

drewciferpike · « **Reply #63 on:** January 15, 2013, 06:22:50 PM »

Hmmm tell me if all of you are reading this the way that I am:

"9.32.070 Discharging air guns in city. || It is unlawful for any person to carry or use any air gun for the purpose of discharging or from which are or may be discharged bullets, shot or missiles of any kind within the city limits, except in licensed shooting galleries. (Prior code § 48.01.008)"

Seems pretty direct and easy to understand. Then, there's this:

9.32.140 Firearms—Use for certain purposes. || The provisions of the preceding section as to the use of firearms shall not apply to peace officers in the discharge of their official duties and using reasonable care, nor to persons using firearms in necessary self-defense, or in a careful manner for the purpose of destroying noxious animals upon land owned or occupied by them [my emphasis], nor to persons using the Sacramento Trap Shooting Range in Del Paso Park, nor to persons using the Mangan Rifle and Pistol Range, nor to persons using the shooting ranges at the California Army National Guard armories at 1013-58th Street, 3250 Meadowview Road, and 440 Arden Way, nor to gun/rifle ranges authorized and established pursuant to the comprehensive zoning ordinance of the city, nor to persons lawfully using such gun/rifle ranges. (Prior code § 26.01.022)

So, my take-away is that I can't target-shoot outside of my house or garage, but I can shoot the pigeons, or wild cats attacking pets. Am I totally off-base?

So, I'll make a silent trap and shoot in the garage, at a minimum, or in the back yard during noisy times and see if anyone complains.

Gand, I'm going to PM you about the luggage case trap. That sounds oddly wonderful. I think I have some scrap wood laying around I can use to make a box and fill with electrical putty, but using luggage just sounds so cool.

gandalfretlaw · « **Reply #64 on:** January 15, 2013, 06:54:31 PM »

I'm reading that the same way. You might read the entire section just to be sure. In my city laws it says it's illegal, but then a few lines down says that it's legal if done safely with an NRA approved backstop. I just went a bit overkill on the backstop part and should be fine.

drewciferpike · « **Reply #65 on:** January 15, 2013, 07:39:45 PM »

yeah, I read the whole section of code, just to be safe, and I'm out of luck. At least I've got my minimum setup...

DD789 · « **Reply #66 on:** January 23, 2013, 12:52:48 AM »

drewciferpike

do you actually live in the city limits of Sac. ? how about the county? not sure where the city limits are. but the area around Cal Expo I think is in the county. but don't hold me to that. next time I talk to my wife's nephew he was Sac. PD I'll ask him. besides I need to find out if he fixed his Dad's Benji 317 that was given to him by his Dad's older brother. that's whats nice about living in ag zone. we can protect our livestock and fields from critters.

Motorhead · « **Reply #67 on:** January 23, 2013, 01:18:31 AM »

Quote from: DD789 on January 23, 2013, 12:52:48 AM

drewciferpike

do you actually live in the city limits of Sac. ? how about the county? not sure where the city limits are. but the area around Cal Expo I think is in the county. but don't hold me to that. next time I talk to my wife's nephew he was Sac. PD I'll ask him. besides I need to find out if he fixed his Dad's Benji 317 that was given to him by his Dad's older brother. that's whats nice about living in ag zone. we can protect our livestock and fields from critters.

Here is SACRAMENTO city limits ....

http://www.cityofsacramento.org/dsd/reference/maps/documents/Zoning_C.pdf

drewciferpike · « **Reply #68 on:** January 23, 2013, 01:49:23 AM »

Oh, I'm definitely in the limits. I know without looking at the map, because I recently finished all the required permitting and inspections for a patio cover.

On a lighter note, I'll be moving to a rural area within a year, so I'll be able to shoot as much as I friggin' want!

devdem · « **Reply #69 on:** January 23, 2013, 02:55:54 AM »

Quote from: drewciferpike on January 23, 2013, 01:49:23 AM

On a lighter note, I'll be moving to a rural area within a year, so I'll be able to shoot as much as I friggin' want!

Drew, with statements like that, your at the top of my favorite Norcal'ers list

. Find a place with lots of bunnies and squirrels!

gandalfretlaw · « **Reply #70 on:** January 23, 2013, 03:28:19 AM »

I so want a place with a five minute walk to the nearest neighbor. Two acres would be OK but ten or more would be great.

DD789 · « **Reply #71 on:** January 23, 2013, 03:05:23 PM »

Quote from: gandalfretlaw on January 23, 2013, 03:28:19 AM

I so want a place with a five minute walk to the nearest neighbor. Two acres would be OK but ten or more would be great.

We have 2acres but I have to be careful because of the livestock the neighbor behind me has. east of me has major road. north side front of house is the privet road we live on. I shoot to my west with the neighbor's permission. I ask for their ok before I set up my back stop. I also told he could come by and shoot anytime.

bart the fart · « **Reply #72 on:** January 30, 2013, 09:47:54 PM »

Auburn, Ca.? I miss Auburn. Welcome new NorCal shooters

ScottThornley · « **Reply #73 on:** May 24, 2013, 04:05:59 AM »

Yet another airgunner in the Auburn/Grass Valley area.

Started with a Diana back in the 70's, soon as I turned 16. Now shooting an RWS48 and my new toy - an Mrod .25.

ac12 · « **Reply #74 on:** June 09, 2013, 02:16:51 PM »

I just found this thread.
I'm in San Mateo, mid SF peninsula.
I shoot 10m AP and AR on a 10m range under my house.
...well as soon as I get my butt in gear to complete the renovation of the crawlspace.

BryanG · « **Reply #75 on:** August 08, 2013, 01:19:39 PM »

I live in Alta and have a nice range on my property. We have almost 3 acres. It's legal to shoot firearms and air guns here. We stick to air guns though. We have a dedicated shooting range in our neighborhood for our firearms. Glad to there's other air gunners around. Everyone around here shoots firearms. Myself as well but Im really liking shooting pellets. The price is great and it has a nice challenge.

fast14riot · « **Reply #76 on:** September 12, 2013, 03:23:02 AM »

New to the forum, found this thread and figgered I would chime in. I'm in Stockton, right smack in Mid Town on the Miracle Mile. I shoot rats in the trees in my back yard all the time. I just make sure I shoot in safe directions.

Always looking for someone to go shoot with, I only have pistols right now, a 1322 lightly modded, a Crosman Mark I and a vintage spanish made target pistol springer.

Drew, if you're in Linden, *(&^ we should get together and shoot! 15 minutes drive is not bad at all!

-Xander

drewciferpike · « **Reply #77 on:** September 12, 2013, 04:17:42 PM »

Quote from: fast14riot on September 12, 2013, 03:23:02 AM

Always looking for someone to go shoot with, I only have pistols right now, a 1322 lightly modded, a Crosman Mark I and a vintage spanish made target pistol springer.

Drew, if you're in Linden, *(&^ we should get together and shoot! 15 minutes drive is not bad at all!

-Xander

Totally! We just moved here, and we're working on the house, so once things calm down, we'll definitely have to shoot!

Also, I'm organizing a night hunt for rats at a rice dryer near Williams. We'll probably get the green light in a few weeks. PM me with your e-mail address if you want to get updates!

DD789 · « **Reply #78 on:** September 12, 2013, 11:30:01 PM »

Quote from: drewciferpike on September 12, 2013, 04:17:42 PM

Quote from: fast14riot on September 12, 2013, 03:23:02 AM

Always looking for someone to go shoot with, I only have pistols right now, a 1322 lightly modded, a Crosman Mark I and a vintage spanish made target pistol springer.

Drew, if you're in Linden, *(&^ we should get together and shoot! 15 minutes drive is not bad at all!

-Xander

Totally! We just moved here, and we're working on the house, so once things calm down, we'll definitely have to shoot!

Also, I'm organizing a night hunt for rats at a rice dryer near Williams. We'll probably get the green light in a few weeks. PM me with your e-mail address if you want to get updates!

I did a dealer trade to Yuba City yesterday and the harvesters were out and the trucks were unloading at the grainery

newguyontheblock (Nathan) · « **Reply #79 on:** September 14, 2013, 12:59:05 AM »

We are harvesting today, started last night! Only mice I saw so far were in the worm compost bins lol

Good part about living/working in the boonies is you can make WW3 on the access road and no one cares as long as you're shooting down into the embankment!

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