Shooting on BLM land?

[mp128369]

Title says it all. Have a friend that wants to have target practice in a rural area. Is there any restrictions or rules I should be observant about?

[def90]

Just the usual can't shoot over roads or trails and have to be X number of feet away from the road centerline or any permanent structure.. Other than that blast away.

[kidicarus13]

Rules to Follow

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Ensure that you are not shooting within the restricted areas shown on the shooting closure map.

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Do not discharge a firearm within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, occupied areas or into or within a cave.

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Never shoot from or across a traveled route (this includes any type of road or trail located on the forest).

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Never shoot at trees, don?t place targets on trees.

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It is unlawful to shoot across a body of water, or in any manner or place where individuals or property are exposed to injury or damage.

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Shoot only at your intended target ensuring that your bullets are going into a good earthen backstop. Do not shoot into solid rock.

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Use only paper or biodegradable targets. Collect all your casings and trash before you leave the area. Do not shoot glass or metal.

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It is unsafe to shoot after dark.

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Never shoot from a motor vehicle.

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Always remember alcohol and firearms DO NOT mix!

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Be aware and know what is public property versus private property. Never shoot across a canyon or down into a drainage.

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[rondog]

Can you hunt on BLM land?

[theGinsue]

Yes; most of it.

Unless specifically prohibited, public lands managed by the BLM are open to hunting. Always check with your local BLM office in the region you plan to visit to inquire about closures, restrictions and safety tips before you plan your trip.

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The majority of the 8.3 million acres of BLM lands in Colorado are open to hunting under Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations, including some of the best big game opportunities in the state. Later seasons are particularly popular as elk and mule deer move to lower elevations.

This link is for a BLM downloadable .pdf specifically regarding "Colorado Recreation" from the blm.gov site. (Note: Clicking the link begins the download)

[def90]

Can you hunt on BLM land?

Yes. All the same general rules apply as National Forest Service and

[rondog]

Cool, thanks! My nephew's backyard butts up against a narrow strip of a friendly neighbor's property, but behind that is all BLM land.

[Brass]

Has anyone researched night shooting on BLM or National Forest land in CO? If there is a written policy or rules and regulations that are relevant to this, please let me know where I can look them up.

[CS1983]

Has anyone researched night shooting on BLM or National Forest land in CO? If there is a written policy or rules and regulations that are relevant to this, please let me know where I can look them up.

Only thing I can think of is the potential to run afoul of a CPW game warden who tries to say you’re poaching.

All the normal rules (dwelling distance, distance from road, etc.) should apply.

I would call the local CPW to ask and try to speak with a warden and let them know your location and that you will NOT be hunting, just night time target shooting. See what he says. Heck, invite him out.