The Grand Mere Rifle and Pistol Club was organized in 1930 and is affiliated with the National Rifle Association and the St. Joseph Valley Rifle and Pistol Association.

 

The club was incorporated on January 19th, 1949.  The club merged with the Twin Cities Rifle Club in 1955 and the membership constructed the present building in Lincoln Township on Ridge Road. in Stevensville Michigan.

Since it's completion there has been continuous Rifle and Pistol competition.

 

On February 22nd, 1997 a fire broke out in the attic, destroying the club, leaving just the walls and fireplace remaining.  The clubhouse and range were rebuilt to it's present condition by the club members.

 

In 2013 the range was closed for several months while the backstop was rebuilt by a local fabricator using armor plate that was donated to the club by the National Guard Armory in Dowagiac Michigan.  This upgrade allowes the use of jacketed ammunition for the first time in the club's history.

 

In 2014 the Club wasdesignated a non-smoking facility.  Smoking is allowed outside the club.  No alcohol or drugs are permitted on the premises.

 

The firing range is 50 feet long with eight (8) firing points and is equipped with turning targets.

 

The club is open 24/7 to all members and their guests, except during scheduled shooting events and training classes.