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

I have visited this range several times and thought it was a nice facility! Unfortunately, that's…read morewhere the good ends.... Two separate range safety officers have demanded to see my ATF tax documents for my fully legal firearms. I was told that the owner doesn't allow anyone to shoot class 3 weapons without presenting their tax forms to staff (I brought a legal silencer and SBR). I was also told that this is for my own protection because I don't know the rules/regulations. Myself and the gun community don't appreciate this overreach. While I understand that a private business can make their own rules within reason, treating customers like they are criminal or incompetent isn't the way to keep business. I don't need protection from you, I'm fully aware of the rules, and the fact that you don't have the right as an FFL to demand my private tax documents. If you are in the class 3 community - steer clear of this range. They are playing ATF Agent. I'll take my business to other ranges that don't trample my freedoms.

Great selection and great indoor range! There is nothing like it within 35 minutes of Angola. Best…read morestaff hands down in the area - they are always willing to help whether with firearm or archery questions.

From the owner: At Thunder Lakes, we want you to love shooting sports and the outdoors as much as we do. Our range…read morestaff is certified and trained to give you the safest and highest level experience we can offer, and our specialists in shooting, fishing and hunting sports will help equip you for success.

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.

Outstanding group of professionals who take the time to properly orient, train and sell firearms to…read morecitizens, and who adhere to the highest safety standards.

It had been so long since I had been here to use the range. So long that we needed a lesson again…read more As always the guys here are so knowledgeable. As well as playful too! They make sure you are doing everything correctly. All this while getting some laughs in. One of my favorite ranges!

At the range the other day, and I heard a *ping* from a few lanes over. Thinking that someone had…read morebrought in a M1 Garand, I stepped back to see who it was that was shooting one, and realized that what I'd heard was someone a few lanes over shooting a rifle carelessly enough they hit the target sled. The RSO had stopped to assess the situation and ask the shooter to leave - firmly but professionally. That's something that as a regular range shooter I wish I saw more often. I've never seen a hot range there without a RSO, and they've always been making sure that everyone is shooting safely - and I absolutely appreciate it.

Was a great time at the range and on the sales floor. Great selection and wonderful instructors for…read moreclasses all the way from beginner to expert. Definitely recommend!