Training
10 programs / 12 instructors
Howell's Gun Shop
Shooting Range in Gray, ME
Howell's Gun Shop is Maine’s premier destination for firearms retail, indoor range access, professional training, and NFA firearm services — offering free range time for members and certified instruction across all skill levels.
- Address
- 81 West Gray Road, ME 04039
- Phone
- (207) 657-2324
- Website
- howellsgunshop.com
- Directions
- Open map directions
Range details
12 lanes / 25 yd max
Members Only access listed
Retail / FFL
2 services / 3 inventory signals / transfers listed
NFA transfers listed
Gunsmithing
NFA Items
Storefront
Quick Answers
What kind of range is it?
Members Only access
- Indoor pistol, rifle, shotgun range with 12 lanes, up to 25 yards
- 25 yard maximum listed distance
What services are available?
Retail store FFL transfers NFA transfers
Are classes listed?
10 course offerings
What kind of shop is listed?
Gun Shop / Type 07 FFL
What retail services are listed?
FFL transfers NFA transfers
What inventory signals are listed?
NFA items Suppressors Reloading supplies
What gunsmith focus is listed?
NFA items
Training Programs
Course Beginner
Beginner Pistol Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 2 hours
Fundamentals of safe pistol handling, marksmanship, and range etiquette.
Course Defensive
Advanced Pistol Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 4 hours
Refining shooting techniques, stress drills, and defensive applications.
Course
Rifle Fundamentals
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 3 hours
Safe handling, sighting, and shooting fundamentals for rifles.
Course Beginner
Shotgun Basics
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
Introduction to shotgun handling, patterning, and clay target shooting.
Course Women
Women's Self-Defense
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 3 hours
Empowering women with practical pistol skills for personal safety.
Course Defensive
Defensive Carbine
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 4 hours
Tactical carbine skills for home defense and personal protection.
Course NRA Beginner
NRA Basic Pistol Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 8 hours
Official NRA-certified course covering safety, shooting fundamentals, and ammunition.
Course NRA Beginner
NRA Basic Rifle Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 8 hours
Official NRA-certified course for rifle safety and marksmanship.
Course NRA Beginner
NRA Basic Shotgun Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 8 hours
Official NRA-certified course for shotgun safety and shooting.
Course CCW
Concealed Carry Permit Prep
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- 4 hours
State-specific training and practice for Maine concealed carry permit applicants.
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Shooting Ranges
- Also listed as
- Gun Shops, Firearm Instructors, Gunsmiths
- Legal name
- Howells Gun Shop
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 127 reviews
- ZIP
- 04039
Profile Details
Range Access
- Access
- Members Only
- Max distance
- 25 yards
- Transfer fee
- Free
- Services
- Retail store, Gunsmith on site, Transfer services, NFA transfers, Firearm storage
Lane Areas
Indoor
12 lanes 25 yards Weapons: Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun
Indoor Shooting Ranges
Retail and Transfers
- Type
- Gun Shop
- Business scale
- Local
- FFL license
- Type 07
- Transfers offered
- Yes
- Transfer fee
- $70
- NFA transfers
- Yes
- Inventory
- NFA items, Suppressors, Reloading supplies
- Services
- FFL transfers, NFA transfers
- Reputation
- Google rating: 4.8, 127 reviews, 30 years in business
Class 3 Gun Dealers FFL Transfer Services Reloading Supplies Gun Shops Suppressor Dealers
Training and Classes
- Established
- 1995
- Certifications
- NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO), USCCA Instructor, Stop The Bleed Instructor
- Service bundles
- On Site Storage
Instructor Roster
Tatiana Whitlock
Instructor
Pistol Carbine NRA Certified Instructor Led Training Programs For Over 20 Years.
Director of Training at Howell's Gun Shop with decades of experience in firearms instruction and safety.
Debby Schilling
Instructor
Pistol Rifle NRA Certified Instructor Teaches Beginner And Advanced Pistol Courses.
Experienced firearms instructor with a focus on fundamentals and safety.
Tammy Acker
Instructor
Pistol Shotgun NRA Certified Instructor Specializes In Women'S Self Defense And Fundamentals.
Dedicated firearms instructor with a passion for teaching women and beginners.
Mitch Adams
Instructor
Pistol Carbine NRA Certified Instructor Combines Retail Expertise With Hands On Training.
Instructor and Retail Staff at Howell's Gun Shop with extensive firearms knowledge.
Tom Ventresca
Instructor
Pistol Rifle NRA Certified Instructor Trained Hundreds Of Students In Safe Handling And Marksmanship.
Longtime firearms professional with deep experience in training and gunsmithing.
Don Duran
Instructor
Pistol Carbine NRA Certified Instructor Focuses On Defensive Pistol Techniques.
Experienced instructor with a background in law enforcement and competitive shooting.
Ryan Petersen
Instructor
Pistol Rifle NRA Certified Instructor Teaches Advanced Marksmanship And Tactical Skills.
Professional firearms instructor with a focus on precision and safety.
Dave Farley
Instructor
Pistol Shotgun NRA Certified Instructor Known For Clear, Patient Instruction And Safety First Approach.
Veteran instructor with decades of experience in firearms education.
Bob Muir
Instructor
Pistol Rifle NRA Certified Instructor Teaches Fundamentals And Advanced Techniques With Equal Emphasis.
Respected firearms instructor with a strong community presence.
Trevyr Thomas
Instructor
Pistol Carbine NRA Certified Instructor Focuses On Practical Self Defense And Situational Awareness.
Dedicated instructor with a passion for teaching responsible gun ownership.
Ian Richardson
Instructor
Pistol Rifle NRA Certified Instructor Teaches Precision Shooting And Competition Techniques.
Experienced firearms instructor with a background in competitive shooting.
Sandy
Instructor
Pistol Shotgun NRA Certified Instructor Known For Her Warm, Encouraging Teaching Style.
Longtime instructor and community pillar at Howell's Gun Shop.
Concealed Carry Classes USPSA Competition Coaches Women Firearms Instruction
Gunsmith Services
- Type
- Storefront
- Platforms
- NFA Items
- Formal training
- USCCA Certified Pistol Instructor, Range Safety Officer
- Reputation
- Google rating: 4.8, 127 reviews, 30 years in business
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Primary location: 81 West Gray Road, ME 04039
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