How to Join:
The Blue Card Process
Your path to full membership in the Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club
The Application and Approval Process for LRPC Membership
We welcome applicants of all experience levels who share our commitment to safety, responsible firearm handling, and respect for others.
Background Check
Every applicant begins with an application and a Level 2 background check.
The $100 application fee includes the background check. This helps us maintain a safe environment for all members. A felony conviction is an automatic denial. However, the absence of a felony conviction does not guarantee approval.
Applicants approved to proceed receive a Blue Card that is used to document completion of the membership requirements.
All items may be done as your schedule allows, except volunteer service, which begins only after Board approval.
Completing the Blue Card requirements does not guarantee Board approval or acceptance into membership.
Orientation & Training
Complete both online and in-person orientation covering:
Range safety procedures and commands
Hot / Cold range conditions
A short live-fire demonstration to confirm safe firearm handling
This ensures all new members start with the same safety foundation.
Meet the Board
Attend a Board meeting as part of the application review. The Board decides whether your application may progress.
Board approval of your application is required before you can progress to volunteer service and the final membership vote.
Match Participation
Shoot in two matches of your choice—pistol, rifle, or shotgun.
These experiences connect you with other members and help you learn range flow and scoring.
If you choose to participate in a .22 LR Benchrest Rifle match, read this document first:
Volunteer Service
Complete two volunteer shifts after receiving Board approval. Shift lengths vary but are usually 2–3 hours.
You can help at matches, the Junior Program, the Central Florida Gun Show, assisting with approved club maintenance, or by volunteering for occasional work parties.
Final Membership Approval & Welcome
When your Blue Card is fully signed off, you will schedule an appointment for an upcoming General Membership Meeting.
You’ll introduce yourself and step out briefly while the vote is taken. Acceptance requires approval by two-thirds of eligible members present.
Welcome to LRPC!
Once voted in, you’ll:
Pay dues (pro-rated the first year for new members)
Receive your official member ID card
Be issued your traditional yellow hat—simple, symbolic, and earned
Congratulations! You’ve joined a club built on Safety, Skill, and Community.
Next Step
What “Blue Card Member” Means
A Blue Card Member is someone actively completing the requirements for full membership—a visible sign of commitment and a bridge between newcomer and full participant in the LRPC community.