Buffalo Target Shooters Association

The Buffalo Target Shooters Association (BTSA) is primarily a handgun club, based in Calgary, Alberta, and is a member group of the Alberta Provincial Rifle Association (APRA).

BTSA members use the Steve Johnson Range (SJR) in northeast Calgary, operated by the APRA, and oversees the “Action Ranges” (100/200m and 50m ranges) at the APRA's Homestead facility in Kananaskis country. (see Ranges section)

The Steve Johnson range is open to use by all APRA member club members and is rated for handguns of any calibre, black powder rifles and .22 rimfire rifles. No centrefire rifles or shotguns may be shot at this range. Hours of opening are set by the APRA Range Coordinator and can be found on the calendar on the APRA website. (www.albertarifle.com)

The range facilities we oversee at Homestead are configured for handgun, any calibre, black powder, rimfire rifle, shotgun and centrefire rifle, up to .338 Lapua. Access to this range is key-controlled and limited to those members of the BTSA and other APRA member clubs approved by the BTSA Executive.

Pictures of the new ranges

BTSA welcomes new members. Our FAQ and New Member pages should answer most of your questions about the club and how to become a member. Details on how to become a member of BTSA can be found on the Club Application page. Please read the FAQ and other pages before sending a “tell me about your club” email.