In this case a Down Range Pass is not required in the WDA.

The Wildlife Demonstration Area (WDA) is open for dog training and contests WITHOUT firing blanks/caps.

Training dogs at a reservoir can only occur if no anglers are present.

Those areas are Bird Farm, Reservoirs (Womack, Townsend, Haymes, and Northside), and Wildlife Demonstration Area (WDA) areas.

Entry to conduct training or contests with dogs without caps/blanks are allowed only in specific areas.

For more information on Recreation Permits and security passes go to 'Access' tab above.

To enter FC for recreation, you may need to get a 120-day pass at the VCC.

Any person training or conducting contests without shooting caps/blanks at any location on FC and PCMS must purchase a Recreation Permit.

Go to 'Open Areas' to see what Blocks are open for dog training or contests using caps and/or blanks.

To see more information on requirements go to 'Access' and then to 'Recreational Access, Permit Information, Range Safety Brief, and Downrange Pass.' In summary, you will need to : (1) purchase an annual recreational permit, (2) complete the online annual downrange safety briefing, (3) possibly get 120 day Access at Security Visitor Control Center, and after 1 through 3 are complete, (4) obtain a daily downrange pass.

The requirements for a Down Range Pass apply.

A downrange pass is required for dog trainers or contests shooting caps and/or blanks at any location on Fort Carson (FC) and PCMS.

Using live animals for training dogs or contests is prohibited. Contact the Police Desk (526-2333) and request the assistance of a Fort Carson Conservation Law Enforcement Officer. Dog owners/handlers cannot enter closed areas or private lands to retrieve a dog. Fort Carson is not responsible for any injuries sustained by the dog while on Fort Carson or PCMS.

The control of dogs on Fort Carson and Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site (PCMS) is the sole responsibility of the owner/handler. What does Fort Carson do with your permit fees? (click image to enlarge) Dog Training CONTESTS, HUNTING AND/OR TRAINING WITH DOGS

Fort carson training range map