Renew online between October 15 and December 31, 2026. Any renewal received after 12/31/2026 incurs a $40 late fee — no exceptions. Renew online, by mailed renewal form, or by dropping off payment at the membership office.
Joining the chapter
New members join in four steps:
- Attend a 3-hour New Member Orientation class. A reservation is required through SignUpGenius — see the chapter calendar for upcoming dates.
- Pay your initiation fee and first year’s dues at the orientation class (checks, cash, or PayPal credit card accepted).
- Attend a General Membership meeting to be voted in.
- Complete 6 hours of service to the chapter — grounds or range maintenance, project support, or indoor service — to receive your permanent range badge.
What membership includes
One membership gives access to every range and program on the property: Olympic-style target archery, a 4-field shotgun range, an indoor 26-lane air range, a 17-point rifle & pistol range, an indoor archery range, three field archery ranges, a catch-and-release fishing pond, and campgrounds. Members may also join monthly Bullseye pistol and air pistol matches, the Bull Run Muzzle Loaders shoot, High Power rifle practice, registered ATA/NSSA shoots, JOAD archery, NoVA Sharpshooters, and the annual Women on Target clinic.
Range-qualified members may bring a guest up to three times a year (some ranges charge a guest fee); immediate family may be brought as guests an unlimited number of times, fee-free. Firearm ranges may only be used when a Range Safety Officer is present.
Membership office
Phone 703-631-4495 during office hours (leave a message with your name and number if you miss us), or email membershipscy@arlingtonfairfax-iwla.org — include a subject line; we respond weekly.
Membership FAQ
How much is it to join?
Dues vary with age, location, and volunteer-hour discounts. Individual membership (one range badge) is $211 per year before discounts; family membership (two range badges) is $310.50. New members also pay a one-time $190 initiation fee that covers building maintenance and grounds upkeep. Dues are your only fees — there are no range fees — but you supply your own consumables (targets, ammunition, and so on).
When is the membership year, and when are dues due?
The membership year runs January 1 to December 31, and all dues must be paid by December 31. A late fee applies after that. For new members, dues are pro-rated semi-annually by the month you join.
When are New Member Orientations?
Classes are usually held on the first Saturday of each month, October through June, and last about three hours. They cover the chapter’s history and goals, range safety rules and procedures, and more. Reserve a seat through SignUpGenius, and bring a check or cash for your initiation fee and first year’s dues (PayPal credit card payments are also accepted).
Are service hours required?
Yes. Each new member contributes 6 hours of service to the chapter — grounds or range maintenance, project work, or indoor service such as helping at orientations, assisting the membership office, or cleaning the chapter house.
Do I have to qualify for each range?
No. Once you earn your range badge you can use any range.
Can my family come with me?
Range-qualified members may bring any immediate family members; all range rules still apply and the badge holder must be present. Family members cannot attend on their own, unless you purchase a second range-qualified membership: each badge holder (who must be 18 or older) can then attend alone and bring a guest. A family membership means two adults, 18 or older, living in the same household.
Can I bring guests?
Range-qualified members may bring a guest up to three times a year (some ranges charge a guest fee). Immediate family members can be brought as guests an unlimited number of times, with no guest fee. Firearm ranges are open only when a Range Safety Officer is present.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, through PayPal, but the vendors charge fees. Checks and cash are also accepted. Questions: membershipscy@arlingtonfairfax-iwla.org or 703-631-4495.
Renewing your membership
Save time by renewing online each October. Renewal issues can be directed to the membership office at 703-631-4495.
- 2024 Membership Renewal Form
- 2027 Membership Renewal Form
- 2027 Online Renewal Instructions
- Chapter Membership Renewal Notice
- Chapter Waiver
- Membership Brochure
Contact the membership office