Ben Franklin Range

Lodging – Grey Sky Training – LE Designated Marksman Course – Nov. 10-13
2025-11-10 08:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00 (America/New_York) | Ben Franklin Range, 1130 Ridge Road, Templeton, PA, 16259, United States
Lodging – Grey Sky Training
LE Designated Marksman Course
Nov. 10-13
Register for the EVENT:
LE Designated Marksman Course – Templeton, PA – Nov. 10-13, 2025

Ben Franklin Range Lodging information and registration for this course will be as follows:
LE Designated Marksman Course – Nov. 10-13
Check In:
Sunday November 9 – 5pm or later
Check Out:
Thursday November 13 – 9am or start of class
4 Nights
$60/Bunk = $240
Tax = $14.40
Total = $254.40
Plus one time cleaning fee of $30/Bunk
$240(bunk) + $30(cleaning) = $250 + $15(tax) = $265.00 Total
Lodging includes: (click to see BFR Lodge)

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette (Refrigerator, freezer, microwave, coffee maker)
Full Kitchen, appliances and fully stocked with supplies
Common area
Free on-site free parking
Linens and Towels included
Corner Store for small snack and logo merchandise purchases

No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they need to find alternate site arrangements
Please click here to sign waiver when registering for a bunk – Must sign waiver before entering Lodge for your stay
Shortly before event – Students will receive an email with Lodge Door codes, Gate codes and various files with information about BFR and the area as well as safety and standard operational procedures of the property
If you have any questions please contact us:
Call or Text: (412) 439-8751
Email: info@benfranklinrange.com
Please note:
This registration is for Lodging only – to register for the class please see link above

Lodge - IWI - LEVEL II PRECISION RIFLE COURSE – 2 DAY – 11/15 – 11/16
2025-11-14 17:00 - 2025-11-16 09:00
Lodge – LEVEL II PRECISION RIFLE COURSE – 2 DAY – 11/15 – 11/16

Register for the class(s):

https://iwi.us/event/long-range-shooting-level-ii-mechanics-course-2-day-8-10-8-11-copy/

Ben Franklin Range Lodging information and registration for this course will be as follows:

Check In:
Friday November 14 at 5pm or later

Check Out:
Sunday November 16 by at the 9am – or the beginning of class

Lodging includes: (click to see BFR Lodge)

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette (Refrigerator, freezer, microwave, coffee maker)
Full Kitchen, appliances and fully stocked with supplies
Common area
Free on-site free parking
Linens and Towels included
Corner Store for small snack and logo merchandise purchases

No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they need to find alternate site arrangements

Please click here to sign waiver when registering for a bunk – Must sign waiver before entering Lodge for your stay

Shortly before event – Students will receive an email with Lodge Door codes, Gate codes and various files with information about BFR and the area as well as safety and standard operational procedures of the property

If you have any questions please contact us:
Call or Text: (412) 439-8751
Email: info@benfranklinrange.com

Please note:
This registration is for Lodging only – to register for the class please see link above

Big Fun Ride - Sunday November 23
2025-11-23 09:00 - 17:00
Big Fun Ride
Sunday November 23
9AM – 5PM

Come join Ben Franklin Range (BFR), in conjunction with Stiller Motor Sports, for our Big Fun Ride on our over 70 miles of scenic trails throughout 1,100+acres of land. This is a day of Great Family Fun. Trails range from beginner to challenging and everything in between (rocks, water, hills, open land, mud pit, great views everywhere). All types of off road vehicles welcome – 4×4’s, ATV’s, Side-by-sides, Dirt Bikes, Rock Buggies, Jeeps, Broncos, Range Rovers, FJ’s, anything off road worthy. We have maps that can be digitally downloaded for a variety of apps: website for maps – https://benfranklinrange.com/big-fun-ride/
Gate Day Fees:

Gates Open at 9AM
Must be off property by 5PM
NO CAMPING
$25 per Driver
$20 per Passanger/Spectator
Kids under 12 FREE with their families
Please have exact change at Gate
No money will be returned
Trail maps available online at our official partner of ON X Maps and at gate printed out

BFR Dirty Dozen:
Check out our BFR Dirty Dozen! 12 great places along our trails to take photos and post online with hashtag: #BFRDirtyDozen – See them on the map at: https://benfranklinrange.com/big-fun-ride/ and on the map on the apps.
1 – The Squeeze – Very Hard
2 – Land Mines – Moderate
3 – Rocky Road – Moderate
4 – K9 Climb – Moderate
5 – Slick Rock – Difficult
6 – No Doubt – Difficult
7 – Sniper Ledge – Difficult
8 – Waterfall Crawl – Hard
9 – Dirty Money – Hard
10 – The Can Am Crew Crawl – EXTREME
11 – The PITT – Easy (H2P)
12 – Entrance Sign – Easy
BONUS:
A – Russian Roulette
B – Highway to Heaven
C – Picture Perfect
D – Stair Steps
E – Muddy Waters
F – Power Lines.
Instagram Challenge:
Come to the Big Fun Ride and take your best photos and post them online using our Hashtags:
#BFRMUD – Post the photo(s) showing off your fun in the mud at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
#BFRMOD – Post the photo(s) showing off your vehicle’s best modification at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
#BFRFAMILY – Post the photo(s) showing off your family fun at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
Take the photos, post, tag them and comment on each others – You could win BFR Prizes!! Don’t forget to ad hashtag #BFR
Great Family Fun!

Lodging – Ghost Firearms Training – TEAM CQB – ROOM CLEARING – Dec 5-6
2025-12-05 08:00 - 2025-12-06 17:00
Lodging – Ghost Firearms Training
TEAM CQB – ROOM CLEARING
Dec 5-6
Register for the EVENT:
https://ghostfirearmstraining.com/courses/5-man-structure-clearing-cqb/
Ben Franklin Range Lodging information and registration for this course will be as follows:
Check In:
Thursday December 4 – 5pm or later
Check Out:
Saturday December 6 – 9am or start of class
2 Nights
$60/Bunk = $120
Tax = $7.20
Total = $127.20
Plus one time cleaning fee of $30/Bunk
$120(bunk) + $30(cleaning) = $150 + $9(tax) = $159.00 Total
Lodging includes: (click to see BFR Lodge)

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette (Refrigerator, freezer, microwave, coffee maker)
Full Kitchen, appliances and fully stocked with supplies
Common area
Free on-site free parking
Linens and Towels included
Corner Store for small snack and logo merchandise purchases

No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they need to find alternate site arrangements
Please click here to sign waiver when registering for a bunk – Must sign waiver before entering Lodge for your stay
Shortly before event – Students will receive an email with Lodge Door codes, Gate codes and various files with information about BFR and the area as well as safety and standard operational procedures of the property
If you have any questions please contact us:
Call or Text: (412) 439-8751
Email: info@benfranklinrange.com
Please note:
This registration is for Lodging only – to register for the class please see link above

Big Fun Ride - Sunday December 14
2025-12-14 09:00 - 17:00
Big Fun Ride
Big Fun Toy Ride
Sunday December 14
9AM – 5PM

Come join Ben Franklin Range (BFR), in conjunction with Stiller Motor Sports, for our Big Fun Ride on our over 70 miles of scenic trails throughout 1,100+acres of land. This is a day of Great Family Fun. Trails range from beginner to challenging and everything in between (rocks, water, hills, open land, mud pit, great views everywhere). All types of off road vehicles welcome – 4×4’s, ATV’s, Side-by-sides, Dirt Bikes, Rock Buggies, Jeeps, Broncos, Range Rovers, FJ’s, anything off road worthy. We have maps that can be digitally downloaded for a variety of apps: website for maps – https://benfranklinrange.com/big-fun-ride/
Gate Day Fees:

Gates Open at 9AM
Must be off property by 5PM
NO CAMPING
$25 per Driver
$20 per Passanger/Spectator
Kids under 12 FREE with their families
Please have exact change at Gate
No money will be returned
Trail maps available online at our official partner of ON X Maps and at gate printed out

BFR Dirty Dozen:
Check out our BFR Dirty Dozen! 12 great places along our trails to take photos and post online with hashtag: #BFRDirtyDozen – See them on the map at: https://benfranklinrange.com/big-fun-ride/ and on the map on the apps.
1 – The Squeeze – Very Hard
2 – Land Mines – Moderate
3 – Rocky Road – Moderate
4 – K9 Climb – Moderate
5 – Slick Rock – Difficult
6 – No Doubt – Difficult
7 – Sniper Ledge – Difficult
8 – Waterfall Crawl – Hard
9 – Dirty Money – Hard
10 – The Can Am Crew Crawl – EXTREME
11 – The PITT – Easy (H2P)
12 – Entrance Sign – Easy
BONUS:
A – Russian Roulette
B – Highway to Heaven
C – Picture Perfect
D – Stair Steps
E – Muddy Waters
F – Power Lines.
Instagram Challenge:
Come to the Big Fun Ride and take your best photos and post them online using our Hashtags:
#BFRMUD – Post the photo(s) showing off your fun in the mud at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
#BFRMOD – Post the photo(s) showing off your vehicle’s best modification at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
#BFRFAMILY – Post the photo(s) showing off your family fun at BFR during the Big Fun Ride
Take the photos, post, tag them and comment on each others – You could win BFR Prizes!! Don’t forget to ad hashtag #BFR
Great Family Fun!

Lodging – Orion – 1/15-18 2026 Templeton, PA Small Unit CQB Workup (4 Day)
2026-01-15 08:00 - 2026-01-18 17:00
Lodging – Orion – 1/15-18 2026 Templeton, PA Small Unit CQB Workup (4 Day)

Register for the EVENT:

https://www.oriontraininggroup.com/product/1-15-18-2026-templeton-pa-small-unit-cqb-workup-4-day-/204?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=27

Ben Franklin Range Lodging information and registration for this course will be as follows:

Check In:
Wednesday January 14 – 5pm or later

Check Out:
Sunday January 18 – 9am or start of class

4 Nights
$60/Bunk = $240
Tax = $14.40
Total = $254.40

Plus one time cleaning fee of $30/Bunk
$240(bunk) + $30(cleaning) = $250 + $15(tax) = $265.00 Total

Lodging includes: (click to see BFR Lodge)

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette (Refrigerator, freezer, microwave, coffee maker)
Full Kitchen, appliances and fully stocked with supplies
Common area
Free on-site free parking
Linens and Towels included
Corner Store for small snack and logo merchandise purchases

No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they need to find alternate site arrangements

Please click here to sign waiver when registering for a bunk – Must sign waiver before entering Lodge for your stay

Shortly before event – Students will receive an email with Lodge Door codes, Gate codes and various files with information about BFR and the area as well as safety and standard operational procedures of the property

If you have any questions please contact us:
Call or Text: (412) 439-8751
Email: info@benfranklinrange.com

Please note:
This registration is for Lodging only – to register for the class please see link above

BFR - Task Force 70 Foundation - Mobile Team Training - March 11-13
2026-03-11 08:00 - 2026-03-13 17:00
Task Force 70 Foundation
Mobile Training Team (MTT) 25-4
March 11 – 13, 2026
(Officers who cannot train on Saturday the 8th can still get credit for the first two training days.)

Day 1
Range: 12 lane range minimum with 12 IPSC sized target stands
Times: 0800-1600
Student Max Count: 18
Patrol Tactical Operations Marksmanship
This one-day module is focused on handgun and patrol carbine individual skills which are directly applicable to high-risk circumstances which directly effect positive outcomes for communities in small and rural jurisdictions. The skills taught are focused closely on safe and effective weapons handling and practical accuracy which is designed to be directly integrated into a comprehensive, constitutionally focused law enforcement taxonomy system. As with all TF70 modules, this course is also designed to give individual officers a set of methodologies and standards which they can utilize to both develop their own skills and mentor other officers.
Student packing list:
Duty equipment and armor
Duty handgun, patrol carbine, and at least 3 magazines for each
200 rounds duty handgun ammunition
200 rounds duty patrol carbine ammunition
Eye and ear protection
Water and yummy snacks
Note taking material

Course materials (TF70)
48 TF70 IPSC type targets
Student handouts
Demo equipment
Demo ammo
Days 2-3
Location: Shoothouse or CQB exercise area – no live fire
Times: 0800-1600
Student Max Count: 18
Patrol Tactical Operations Tactics
This two-day module is focused on the foundational individual skills in tactics / CQB which are directly applicable to high-risk circumstances which directly effect positive outcomes for communities in small and rural jurisdictions. The skills taught are focused closely on safe and effective internal and external close quarters small team movement incorporating scene security, officer safety, and weapons manipulation which is designed to be directly integrated into a comprehensive, constitutionally focused law enforcement taxonomy system. As with all TF70 modules, this course is also designed to give individual officers a set of methodologies and standards which they can utilize to both develop their own skills and mentor other officers.
Student packing list:
Duty equipment and armor
Duty handgun, patrol carbine
NO AMMUNITION OR MAGAZINES
Eye and ear protection
Water and yummy snacks
Note taking material

Course materials (TF70)
Student handouts
Demo equipment
TF70 MTT Staff

John Chapman

Chris Sizelove – not confirmed

About the Task Force 70 Foundation:
Task Force 70 (TF70), a 501(c)(3) foundation, equips law enforcement officers in rural, small-town, and underfunded jurisdictions with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to protect their communities while upholding the United States Constitution.
Mission Focus Areas

Facility-Based Training – TF70’s dedicated training facility provides officers with an immersive environment free from the operational and administrative distractions of their home departments, enabling focused skill development and retention.
Mobile Training Teams (MTT) – TF70 Foundation’s experts will consult with you and come to your agency and mentor and train in topics and areas of need unique to your community and resourcing.

Patrol Institute Think Tank – Conducts research, analysis, and policy development focused on the operational needs of small agencies’ patrol divisions. The Institute produces data-driven recommendations, white papers, and model policies that address the unique challenges faced by rural and small-town patrol operations.
