Target shooting at Wagon Train Wildlife Management Area is prohibited effective immediately to help ensure the safety of the public.

The decision was made after continued unsafe shooting practices at the WMA, which is adjacent to Wagon Train State Recreation Area about 25 miles south of Lincoln.

Signs will be posted announcing the closure.

Those looking to sight-in their firearms or shoot targets can do so at the following nearby public range locations:

• Killdeer Wildlife Management Area, Southwest 29th, Centerville Precinct; rifle only.
• Pawnee State Recreation Area, 3800 NW 105th, Lincoln; shotgun only.
• Turpin Outdoor Education Center, 4703 N. 44th, Lincoln; all firearm types.

Privately owned shooting ranges also are available in Lincoln and the surrounding community.

Those utilizing firearm ranges should remember the following safety and etiquette tips to help keep current target practice areas open:

• Always treat every firearm as if it’s loaded.
• Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times.
• Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.
• Wear proper eye and ear protection.
• Share range space.
• Communicate clearly with others also using the range.
• Clean up brass, targets and trash when done shooting.
• Follow all range rules and posted guidelines.

Find other places to shoot by visiting OutdoorNebraska.gov/parks/visit-a-shooting-range.