Recreational target shooting: Tips and gear recommendations?

Hey everyone, does anyone know where I can find a decent shooting range around here?

Also, what kind of stuff do I actually need to get into recreational shooting? Like, what's the deal with gear and requirements?

http://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/firearms-laws

And then there’s the actual federal gun laws if you really want to dive down the rabbit hole:
http://www.justice.gov/usatt/gun-laws