Club Type: Public
Contact: B.C. McQueen
Location: RR2, Box 143A, Rt. 130 Oakland, IL 61943
Phone: (217) 346-3211
Website: http://www.members.aol.com/Oldebarnsc/OBSC/oldebarnsc.html
Club Hours:
Thur-Sun 8:30-5:00, Mon-Wed by appt.
Olde Barn Sporting Clays
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Skeet: no | Trap: no | 5 Stand: yes | Sporting: yes | FITASC: no | Other: no | Birds: no
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Directions:
1 1/2 Miles East of Oakland, on Rt. 133.
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Club Type: Public
Contact: B.C. McQueen
Location: RR2, Box 143A, Rt. 130 Oakland, IL 61943
Phone: (217) 346-3211
Website: http://www.members.aol.com/Oldebarnsc/OBSC/oldebarnsc.html
Club Hours:
Thur-Sun 8:30-5:00, Mon-Wed by appt.
Club Type: Public
Contact: B.C. McQueen
Location: RR2, Box 143A, Rt. 130 Oakland, IL 61943
Phone: (217) 346-3211
Website: http://www.members.aol.com/Oldebarnsc/OBSC/oldebarnsc.html
Club Hours:
Thur-Sun 8:30-5:00, Mon-Wed by appt.
21 Reviews
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Number of visits: 2-5 Visits
Great club to shoot at. Nothing fancy but you can make a full day of shooting as they offer a front 100 and a back 100 for a reasonable price $50. Price may have gone up to $60. Great presentation of Targets. The Back course is more difficult. It was definitely worth the trip done here.
Number of visits: Once
Traveled 150 miles, one way, to shoot this course after researching it on-line. I found Bill and his wife to be even more friendly than the reviews all spoke about. Very nice club house and restrooms They offer two distinct courses;the front course was explained as more forgiving and the back course described as “about 12 clays more challenging!” We shot the front course and as a “rookie, below average shooter” found it to be both fun and challenging. I especially liked having 12 stations with 10 birds on 1&12 and 8 birds on 2-11. The “in the woods setting” offered unique presentations which kept us looking forward to the next station. This was truly a fun, very well laid out course. We thought it was a bargain at $35. We travelled between stations on a white rock path via a golf cart-well worth the additional $10 cart fee.
All stations have electronic, on report throwers;very nice. Also offered for an additional $5 is a “combination”’course made up of a mix of stations from both the front and back courses. This “combo” gives you an additional 20 birds for a total of 120. Nice option. Will try that out next trip.
We can’t wait to get back. In fact are planning to stay at a hotel right at the Arcola exit off US 57, only 17 miles from the site which will allow us to shoot two consecutive days.
Number of visits: More than 10
My wife and I have shot at Old Barn for at least 20 years. Although it is a two hour drive for us and we enjoy every trip. As the other reviews note, the people that own the range and those that work there make you vary comfortable. They have two full courses. The front course has 15 stations so you get a lot of variety. The back course has 10 stations. The front course is set up for the recreational shooter, while the back course can be challenging. the courses are changed from time to time. Great club house and the course terrain is beautiful. Don’t miss the big oak tree on the back range. On Sundays the club serves a free lunch to all shooters. Highly recommended sporting clays range.
Number of visits: Once
This was my first visit to this BEAUTIFUL range! I came with another novice friend and an experienced member. All three of us ladies had a wonderful day of it. I had never shot at moving targets before and the relaxed atmosphere made it a very enjoyable experience. I learned a great deal from our instructor and from the owner, Bill McQueen. The course is incredible in it’s versatility, range of difficulty levels and exercises it offers. I will definitely be returning!!!
Number of visits: 6-10 Visits
I was just introduced to shotgun shooting at Old Barn in October of this past year. I attended a Boy Scout Sporting clays benefit shoot with my son in law who had organized the event. I fell in love with sporting clays at Old Barn and have since taken up the sport. I live in Michigan but my daughter, grand son and son in law live in Decatur. We are over there 4 or 5 times a year and when we are there we go and shoot at Old Barn two or three times during the visit.
This is a wonderful well cared for course, with the most friendly staff you could ask for. It has a very nice clubhouse with a beautiful fire place and nice down home folks to welcome you and make you feel at home. I know I will be back many times. Great place, friendly folk. Who could ask for more.
Number of visits: 2-5 Visits
This was the first place I had seen and shot sporting clays. I’m hooked.
I have had plenty of chats with Bill and his wife. They are very good people. Same goes for the rest of the customers. I have yet to be turned down to jump in with group.
Current prices are 32 for 100, front or back. 10 dollars for a cart.
I don’t remember what the price for 5 stand is.
Also different prices for 60,120,150, and 200 birds.
Hours our 8 am to dusk. They run Thurs-Sun, but if you call, you can probably arrange something for one of the other days.
Only one rabbit currently.
15 stations on the front course with 10 on the back.
Number of visits: 6-10 Visits
This place is awesome. Bill & his wife are great. It is a challenging course built very nicely into the surrounding woods with ponds and a river. Olde Barn is always an enjoyable time.
Number of visits: Once
This was the first time to OLDE BARN for my son and I, we had a great time. Bill was a great host and showed us how to get started. We shot the front course and scored fair for first timers. We will return and just might shoot the parent/child in AUG. THANK YOU OLDE BARN!!!!!!
Number of visits: Once
I attended a fundraiser event for the local Boy Scout Council hosted by the Olde Barn and had a great time. These folks made us feel at home and went out of their way to help make the event a success. I had never shot sporting clays before and I will be back with my sons and friends.
Number of visits: More than 10
This is the place to shoot clays. Bill and his wife are wonderful people and make you feel at home. We took my brother and his wife(her first time) and we had a blast! We shot the ladies and couples shoot last year and will be back again this year….I wish it were closer to home!
Number of visits: 6-10 Visits
Great place! Very tough course. Staff is very nice.
Number of visits: More than 10
I have been to Olde Barn Sporting Clays many times and I have had a wonderful time every time. I don’t think I’ve ever met a nicer guy than Bill McQueen,who always greets you with a handshake and a smile. The courses are always a challenge and there are shots for the beginner to the expert. I would recommend Olde Barn to anyone who loves to shoot sporting clays.
Number of visits: Once
I had the time of my life here. The facility is so nice. I had a really good experience. This was my first time shooting sporting clays, but it definitely wont be my last. In fact, I will be attending a ladies shoot there on the 4th of August. And my husband and I will be attending the couples shoot on the 5th of August. Go… you will not be disappointed… unless you have a bad aim! 🙂
Number of visits: More than 10
Kudos to Bill and Joann McQueen and staff for keeping a pleasant and fun place to bring your family and shoot sporting clays. If you have never tried sporting clays give the Olde Barn a try I know you will love it as much as I do. Keep um flying!!!
Number of visits: Once
great place! My dad and I had a lot of fun.
Number of visits: More than 10
15 stations on the front course offer a variety of shots, mostly short & quick, some with small windows.
10 stations on the back course are quite different — generally more difficult, longer range.
All traps are electic. Most stations have two traps.
I mention the following because it speaks to the efficiency of the layout and the reliability of the equipment. On a recent visit, my squad of three shooters completed both courses in about 2.5 hours. As I read what I just typed, it’s hard to believe — six minutes per station for 3 shooters — but it’s true. We were running out of daylight, so we really pushed ourselves.
Bill is a great guy and has always been friendly and accommodating. Olde Barn hosts many tournaments and benefits, and is well worth the trip.
Number of visits: 2-5 Visits
Not only the is the facility wonderful but Bill and JoAnn are the nicest people you will ever meet. If you want a good time then go to the Olde Barn Sporting Clays. It’s the perfect place to spend the afternoon with your friends and family.
Number of visits: More than 10
This place is a lot of fun. If you are a beginner or a master class shooter, there are targets for you here. Bill has two (2) ten station sporting clay ranges for your enjoyment. There is also a five stand to try your luck at.All traps are automatic and Bill has golf carts for rent. Cost is $26.00 per 100 targets and the cart rental is $6.00. The club house is a nice, clean place to have a soft drink in or to get out of the heat or cold.
Number of visits: 6-10 Visits
Very friendly staff, fun place to visit. Two courses, ten stations each, back course is more difficult. Shoot one course, or they also offer a combo where you shoot all twenty stations. Golf carts available. They do change the throwers and stations on a regular basis. Occasionally a thrower will jam or stop working; they will usually come racing out to fix it right away so you can keep shooting. Mostly in the woods, bring insect repellant if you attract mosquitos like I do.
Number of visits: More than 10
Bill throws good targets and it is a friendly place to shoot.
And the long bird shoot is easy to break.
Number of visits: 6-10 Visits
Great place, love it. Everyone is very nice, and the course is wonderful.