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Hap Baker Firearms Facility Update:

Despite the challenges that have been presented by the winter weather, construction at the currently closed Hap Baker Firearms Facility is continuing and we would like to share the following updates:

• The 200-yard berm in the rifle range has been regraded and rebuilt, with the side berm elevated to exceed 8 feet, meeting the recently updated NRA range standards
• The pistol range has been lengthened from 17 to 25 yards and each stall now has its own lighting overhead
• The pistol range’s target retrieval system has been upgraded and each bench has been upgraded to an individual stall to protect shooters from casing discharge and reduce noise from neighboring shooters
• Construction of a new building at the range is underway that replaces the former construction trailer that had exceeded its useful lifespan.

 Weather permitting, we are hoping to have the remaining work completed on or about March 22 and will be returning to our normal operating hours once the work has been finished.

All county parks are open during regular hours, sunrise to sunset. Trails remain open and are an excellent way to get fresh air and exercise.

Park visitors are reminded to follow directions from both state and federal governments to maintain effective social distancing of at least 6 feet (6') or more at all times.

Carroll County Recreation & Parks’ Administrative Office in the Robert Moton Center is open by appointment only effective June 12, 2020. Those needing to interact with department staff should email ccrec@carrollcountymd.gov or call 410-386-2103.

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For questions about face coverings see ORDER OF THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MARYLAND NUMBER 20-09-01-01.