Appleseed

Chugiak, AK – Birchwood Recreation & Shooting Center
August 08, 2026 – August 09, 2026
This is a traditional 25m Project Appleseed rifle event.
Both Centerfire and 22 Rimfire rifles are allowed at this event.
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Address: 20269 Birchwood Spur Loop, Chugiak, AK 99567
Website: www.brspclub.com
Please Read: How to Prepare for an Event
Safety Notice:
– Keep ALL firearms in your vehicle until after the safety briefing and you are instructed to bring them to the firing line.
– No illegal firearms are allowed.
– At centerfire-friendly ranges, rifle cartridges are limited to 8mm (rifle) or .45 caliber (pistol and pistol caliber carbines).
– Effective 8/8/2025, Project Appleseed has temporarily suspended the SIG-Sauer P320/M17/M18 (all variants) in our Pistol Clinics.
– Parents of youth attending, please read our Message to Parents.
Subject to state and local laws, Instructors at your event may have discounted .22 ammo available. Reach out to the contact at the bottom of this page for availability.
Range Fee:
Birchwood Recreation and Shooting Park is a members-only facility.  They have graciously afforded us the use of their facility *at no charge*.  In exchange for this, we would like for you to seriously consider becoming a member of this fine facility.  More information on the benefits of being a member, as well as an application, can be found here: https://brspclub.com/membership/#join
Camping Available:
RV sites with water and electric (no sewer) are available.
Primitive tent camping sites are also available (no hookups).
Please see https://brspclub.com/rv-camping/
Hotels:
Motel 6
21.2 mi
Phone (907) 677-8000
5000 A St, Anchorage, AK 99503
Bear Mountain View B & B
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 688-5440 ?
Barrier Free Recreation
20100 Beach Lake Road
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 688-5571
Eagle River Motel
11111 Old Eagle River Road
Eagle River, AK
(907) 694-5000
Stephan Lake Lodge
18809 Fish Hatchery Road, AK
(907) 696-2163
Directions:
Take the North Birchwood Exit off the Glenn Highway.
Go West and we are located right next to the Birchwood Airport.
Google Maps:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/61%C2%B025’19.0%22N+149%C2%B030’22.0%22W/@61.421938,-149.5083117,17z
GPS: 61.421938,-149.506123
State Laws to be aware of:
It is the responsibility of attendees to know and comply with all State and Federal Firearms Laws.
Alaska State Firearms Laws
Check State Laws http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/gun-possession-use-laws/alaska.htm
Misc:
25m Events:
These events will cover the fundamentals of rifle marksmanship utilizing targets scaled for use at 25m.  All rifles, from .22LR through 8mm are welcome!
One-Day 25m Events:
These courses are intended as a review for those who have already attended a 25m event.  These are a faster pace than the standard 25m event, with the intention to provide multiple opportunities for our students to qualify on the Appleseed Qualification Test.  Expect the temperatures to be cold!
Rimfire Known Distance Events:
These courses are intended for those who have already attended a 25m event, and are designed specifically for .22LR.  Targets have been scaled for use out to 200 yards. 
For more information on Project Appleseed’s events, please see: https://appleseedinfo.org/programs/
There are snacks and drinks available for purchase in the office.
What You Can Expect
New Shooters – Learn firearm safety and the fundamentals of rifle marksmanship.
Experienced Shooters – Reinforce your marksmanship fundamentals.
Experts – Polish skills and help instruct other shooters.
Everyone – Expect to have a great time!
What You Should Bring
A desire to learn and improve.
A rifle (and a spare, if you have it).  Optics are OK.
At least two magazines or other speed loaders specific to your rifle.
Ammunition – at least 250 rounds per day.
GI web sling is strongly recommended.
Eye and ear protection.
Mat or ground cloth especially for April and October.
Hat, sunscreen, rain gear, and appropriate clothing
Water, lunch, and snacks.
Staple gun, staples,  and a sharpie marker.
Some friends!
For more information contact:
Name: AK State Coordinator Email Address: [email protected]
Name: Personal Message to “AK84” on Appleseed Forum Email Address: [email protected]
Name: Personal Message to ‘ItsanSKS’ on the Appleseed forum Email Address: [email protected]