Camp Butner Training Center/Range, located in Stem, NC, is nestled within Granville and Durham Counties, North Carolina. The expansive 4,750-acre training area is owned by the State and is a vital site for the North Carolina National Guard. Hosting various events and competitions, Camp Butner provides a dynamic environment for training exercises and marksmanship competitions, welcoming National Guardsmen from multiple states.
Originally established as a Triangular Division Camp during World War II, Camp Butner has a rich history of serving as a training and maneuvering area for combat troops. The camp features multiple ranges, including a Composite Pistol Range, Record Fire Rifle Range, and a 1000Yd Known Distance Range, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for military training and marksmanship practice.
Moreover, Camp Butner's diverse landscape, characterized by rolling hills and forested areas, offers a habitat suitable for various wildlife species such as deer, turkey, quail, and rabbit. The site also houses the North Carolina Department of Agriculture Umstead Research Farm, conducting innovative research in dairy production and genetic projects in collaboration with North Carolina State University.
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