Clean, well managed environment. Focus on safety. Staff is very helpful. Range is modern and lots…read moreof fun.

This is the nicest shooting range I've been to. Super clean, modern and a huge gun library of every…read morekind of firearm you would want to try. It feels like the FBI shooting ranges you see in movies where it's like a laboratory. Allows me to focus on my shooting and improve my technique. I have had Beal as an instructor for private lessons and he is the AR15 wizard. Highly recommend private training by him. He is non-intimidating, professional and super knowledgeable which are the top things I look for related to guns.

I've been a member of Southern Michigan Gun Club (SMGC) for over 20 years, and I absolutely love…read moreour facilities and the community that makes this club special. Our membership includes a strong presence of veterans, and that experience and mindset help reinforce the club's deep commitment to safety, respect, and mentorship. The range opportunities here are outstanding--airgun, 5-stand, skeet/trap, archery (including amazing wooded trails with 3D targets), multiple handgun distances, dedicated 50- and 100-yard rifle ranges, and a well-maintained indoor range where the club is currently experimenting with retractable target systems. SMGC has trained additional Range Safety Officers for the indoor range, allowing us to offer more non-event opportunities for members to use the indoor facilities--another example of how SMGC balances access with safety. The club has also expanded engaging shooting options in a thoughtful, safety-first way. Steel plates are now available on the 50- and 100-yard ranges, and reactive targets are available on the Goff pistol range when a Range Safety Officer is on duty, giving members more dynamic training and practice opportunities while maintaining proper supervision. Beyond the facilities, SMGC offers a variety of special interest groups that members can join, including pistol, Civilian Marksmanship, action shooting, run-and-gun, archery, indoor matches, 30/40 bore, and junior shotgun (skeet/trap). These groups create great opportunities for skill development, friendly competition, and community involvement. One thing I really appreciate is how the club continues to evolve responsibly. Our recently revised Self-Supervised Shooter (SSS) program allows members to demonstrate safe firearm handling in a structured, supportive way. New members can complete SSS right after orientation, giving them expanded access to the Goff pistol range and the 50- and 100-yard rifle ranges from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (or sunset, whichever comes first). The Board is safety-first focused and financially conscientious, with a clear emphasis on maintaining facilities while thoughtfully expanding opportunities for members. The club has also recently adopted a new membership software system, improving communication, streamlining access, and making it easier for members to stay informed and engaged. Because of that stewardship, SMGC is an excellent value at just $100 per year. Great facilities, strong leadership, and a welcoming community built around safety and respect--SMGC is a club I'm proud to be part of.

SMGC doesn't slow down when it gets cold outside but offers plenty of winter shooting opportunities…read morefor both members and the public. The indoor range stays busy all season with WMPL Gallery .22 matches, A Girl and A Gun, Ladies Shoots, .22 rimfire rifle events, and regular New Member Orientations. Members can also take advantage of open indoor range time, scheduled sessions with trained Range Safety Officers, and Backup Gun (BUG) move-and-shoot activities. Outdoor shooting continues through the winter with CMP events, 30/40 bore, and Skeet disciplines including Skeet, International Skeet, and SCRAP-- with Skeet and SCRAP open to the public. With a real strong focus on safety, great volunteer support, and activities year-round, SMGC is a friendly, well-run club that's easy to recommend. BTW...Membership dues are a deal !!!!!

Learning to shoot is a little scary at first but it is actually a lot of fun i loved it…read more can't wait to do it again. Everyone should try it .t Kennedy

I have taken a few CCW classes in various states over the years, and I must say that viper Security…read moredoes a bang-up job. Their classes are conducted in a very professional manner, and the owner of the company (and lead instructor) could probably work nights as a a rather popular comedian. He is serious when it comes to firearm safety, though. He's funny enough to make important points stick in one's memory, and serious enough to maintain an air of competence. The support staff is well-trained and professional. The range is nothing fancy, but it does the trick. Besides, when you're training for defensive pistol usage, do you really want your training to be in a completely controlled environment? This CPL course is more than just the absolute bare-minimum. You get a taste of defensive tactics. I can only hope they offer an intermediate and advanced course as well for those who want to take their training a step beyond once they obtain their CPL.

ButterHog Forge is a GREAT place for your first experience at blacksmithing. Bought this for my 15M…read moreson for his birthday. Cole was patient, super informative and friendly, and completely customized the experience to what my son was comfortable with (both independent work and guided help). Highly recommend, 10/10!

My wife and I took a class with Cole and made forged steel roses. Cole was a gracious host and did…read morea great job of explaining the process, and letting us be involved as we wanted. I will definitely be looking to take some other classes as I'm confident my kids would love trying their hands at making knives.

vary nice workers and way are vary help full and it has almost everything you need and yaread more

These guys deserve more stars for their outstanding customer service. Their knowledge of kayaks was…read moreA+. I highly recommend Matt and his crew !

TLR is local / family owned and does solid honest work. They do custom coatings and production work…read moretoo.

Travis is the best around by far! Excellent craftsmanship, and well worth the investment to have…read moreANY work done by him. He coated a set of BBS wheels and Brembo brakes for me, and even though I chose some of the most difficult color shifting powders, he knocked it out of the park. There is no one else I would trust more!

Hands down, the best firearm experience I have ever had. Larry and Marjorie are passionate about…read morewhat they do, and it is very clear when you meet them and go through a course. You can easily start as a newbie and over time become a skilled shooter with the classes at Lone Cedar. Larry has SUCH incredible knowledge with firearms, he knows when to challenge you and when to let you take it all in. I took the handgun fundamentals class, and all I can say is TAKE THE DANG CLASS. I've shot before here and there over the years, thought I knew what I was doing....and it's like this was the glue I needed to put everything together. Larry makes it such a relaxed and safe environment, so that theres ZERO intimidation...I felt comfortable to ask whatever questions I had. He is such a natural and great instructor. He could tell when the gears were turning in my head, when all pieces were coming together and didn't rush to the next topic. He gave me the time to process things, just naturally, which really increased my confidence. He could instantly tell where I would hit on a target without even going to a range with me, and he was 100% spot on. He made suggestions and corrections without making me feel stupid or dumb. I can't say enough great things about him! I wanted to be comfortable with a firearm without a male with me, and I completely am now. I can now easily go to the range myself, be safe, and use the tools Larry taught in the course to challenge myself confidently. This class was critical to my success as a shooter, to build my confidence at the range, to increase my safely handling any firearm, to confidently purchase a new firearm, and left me wanting to enroll in another course right then and there. If you're on the fence about taking the course before your CPL class, just do it. It helps bring everything together, and helps you build a SOLID foundation. I can't say enough good things about Lone Cedar Training Center, Larry, and Marjorie. Lone Cedar Training Center will absolutely be my #1 recommendation to all of my family and friends, and we'll heck anyone who will listen.... Do yourself a favor, just book the class or give them a call!

Trainer was very knowledgeable, professional and helpful. Class was clean, provided with a lunch…read moreand all equipment was of high quality. We will be taking more classes and training .

Dale is the BEST at anything Golf!! I have always been able to schedule a time for a fitting or…read morerepair, regrip with great conversation and positive attitude!!! Dale always takes my call!! Convenient and his prices are very reasonable!!! Thanks Dale for helping my Golf game over the years!!! I'm a 68 year old male, my handicap has been hovering around 12-14 in the past, I am now an 8-9 at States, had a 6 three years ago at Indian Run in Wednesday league. Highly Recommend Dale!!

Dale has regripped all my clubs and put a new shaft on a driver for me on a few occasions. He is…read morevery professional, always available and does good quick work for a stellar price. There is no one better in the Kalamazoo area!