Nightwatch I would seriously consider attending Ray Woodrow's shoot in NJ. You might end up shooting quite a variety of firearms.
His place is not that difficult to get to, right off the Garden State Parkway. Same road you use to get to Atlantic City
You will meet TFL'ers from all over. We even have one who comes from Virginia!
I shoot at Calverton occasionally. Usually in the cooler months. That sand pit can be brutal in the summer.
I travel through NJ all the time with my guns. As long as you have them secured and the ammo separate and locked up they will not bother you.
Since this shoot is a handgun shoot, and you probably do not have one, Perhaps you could arrange to use someone else's and provide your own ammo.
I will have a variety of handguns and between Myself, Ray, Rovert and Soda Pop you should find something you will like.
Besides, Ray is an excellent instructor