Ben Franklin Range

BFR & Stiller Motorsports - Big Fun Ride
2023-08-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-16 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-05-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-04-16 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-03-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-28 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Ben Franklin Range, 1130 Ridge Road, Templeton, PA, 16259, United States
Come join Ben Franklin Range (BFR), in conjunction with Stiller Motor Sports, for our Big Fun Ride on our over 65 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/open-ride/
Gate Day Fees:
$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 and at gate printed out
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/open-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!

BFR & Stiller Motorsports - Big Fun Ride with Camping Option
2023-08-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-15 09:00 - 17:00 UTC
Come join Ben Franklin Range (BFR), in conjunction with Stiller Motor Sports, for our Big Fun Ride on our over 65 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/open-ride/
Gate Day Fees:
$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 and at gate printed out
With Primitive Camping Option Saturday
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/open-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!

Praecore Performance Shooting Lodge for Classes - July 18 - 21
2023-07-19 09:00 - 2023-07-21 17:00 (America/New_York)
Ben Franklin Range is proud to welcome:
Praecore Performance Shooting
for several classes
Distance Carbine Block 1 Class
Wednesday July 19 – Thursday July 20
and
Observational Field Skill Builder Class
Friday July 21

We are offering onsite lodging for 12 students for these events – The costs are $60/per night per person and a one time cleaning fee per stay of $30/person per entire stay (plus tax)

You may select individual night PLUS add the one time cleaning fee per stay
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 2 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

Cleaning fee is one time charge per stay – Cleaning fee is separate one time charge
No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they need to find alternate site arrangements

Please sign waiver along with registering

Orion Lodging - Friday July 7 thru Sunday July 9 with a Bonus Night Option
2023-07-07 17:00 - 2023-07-09 17:00 (America/New_York)
Lodging for Orion Training Group Classes
Lodging on-site at Ben Franklin Range for Friday July 7 thru Sunday July 9 with an option to add Sunday night to the stay
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

There is NO camping on property option for this event – Must stay in Lodge or other accommodations off property
Cleaning fee is one time charge per stay – You will have to register for the separate please

Select at Ticket below and Sign online waiver

Orion Training Group - Small Unit Sustainment - 5 Day AND BFR Lodging 6/21 thru 6/26
2023-06-22 08:00 - 2023-06-26 18:00 (America/New_York)
Orion Training Group – Small Unit Sustainment – 5 Day
Date & Time
Thu, Jun 22 at 8:00 AM – Mon, Jun 26 at 6:00 PM CST

Description
16 Total Spots
8 Minimum Required
Time Commitment: Five 10-12 hour days, 1-2 days spent in the field.
Course Focus: to teach small unit patrolling for the fire team and squad level. Some topics to be covered will be movement techniques and formations, patrol member duties, signaling, and contingency actions. This is not a land navigation class, though we will briefly cover some topics on the subject. The class is not meant to be arduous in nature, however students will be under load and moving for up to 8 hours at a time for unknown distances. The bulk of the class will be held outdoors, and training will be conducted regardless of rain or shine, heat or cold, with an exception to extreme weather conditions (hurricane, tornado, brush fire, flood, blizzard). You will spend 1 or 2 nights SLEEPING in the field. The primary instructor will reach out 4 weeks and 2 weeks prior to all students via email for updates to weather and reminders about the packing list.
Packing list:
Items On The Body:

Pants and long sleeve shirt, durable enough to withstand breaking through brush and briars. Bring 2 sets, minimum.
Socks, calf high recommended. Pack at least one pair per day, two pairs per day recommended.
Shoes/ boots, durable with good tread
Underwear (optional)
Undershirt (optional), moisture wicking and quick drying recommended.
Gaiters (optional)

Headgear:

Ball cap, bush cover, or military soft cover. Needs to be camouflage or solid color such as olive drab, tan, or black.
Helmet or head mount (if you have night vision). Helmets are recommended for anyone who wears them for duty, but overall optional. We will do some night work, and it’s an opportunity for those with night vision to practice on it.

Fighting Load:

Plate carrier, chest rig, or load bearing platform with:
6 rifle magazines
1 quart of water
IFAK
If you run anything else on your kit for duty, have that with you.

Backpack/ Rucksack, capable of holding 48 hours worth of supplies:

4 quarts of water (minimum)
6 meals (MRE, dehydrated rations, trail mix, etc)
1 set of your spare clothes
1 Tarp or camouflage poncho
1 Poncho liner (or similar)
1 beanie and light, mid layer top
Light rain jacket
Headlamp with red lens filter
(optional) additional layers you believe you want/ need based on the weather forecast
(optional) bivy sack and sleeping bag
(optional) sleeping pad

Fieldcraft items:

30ft of 550 cord
Field shovel
Hatchet/ camp axe/ tomahawk
Field knife (5-12″ blade)
Lighter
Storm matches
Ferrocerium rod & striker
Camo face paint
Small personal camo net
Signaling kit: orange panel (handkerchief size), 2x green glowsticks
Water purification tablets
Water filtration system

Navigation equipment (optional but encouraged):

Map (use CalTopo or USGS to order a map of the training site)
Compass
GPS
Map pens or fine point sharpie and eraser pen.

Hygiene items (minimum items on body or kit):

Lip balm
Sunscreen
Hand sanitizer
Field wipes
Body powder
Post ivy contact wipes
Bug repellent
Toothbrush
Boo boo kit (band aids, antibacterial ointment)

Weapon System(s):
Carbine or rifle with sling
(Optional) Pistol with holster (holster MUST have active retention)
Disclaimer: the minimum required class size is 8 students. If 8 students are not registered within two weeks, the class will be cancelled and the registered students will be refunded their tuition. If the minimum class size is reached, no refunds can be issued. We pay our instructors in advance so your funds will no longer be available. By paying registration, you agree to these terms (they are stated on registration as well). However, you will be given credit to enroll in other courses.
Click here to REGISTER
Lodging – See Ticket Below
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

There will be no mid week cleaning of the Lodge – Please take care for the week
Cleaning fee is one time charge per stay – Included in the price
For this Class – There is NO on-site camping, wilderness camping or primitive camping – Please reserve a bunk at the lodge

AHT @ BFR - NVG Baseline Operator
2023-06-03
Our NVG Baseline Operator Course focuses on the fundamental understanding of night vision & building the individuals skill sets with rifle & pistol under Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) The class will start with the psychology and benefits of employing NVGs as a force multiplier at night. You will then move into industry standards for gear selection and setup. This class will provide the student with the tools to safely & effectively move, shoot, and communicate in low-light/no-light environments. Students will participate in a crawl, walk, run approach while learning to utilize their equipment. By the end of class, students will have progressed all the way through to a variety of movement and live-fire shooting exercises. The courses of fire are to produce a core competency with night vision goggles, lasers, and white light. At the end of this course, students will have a clear understanding of why and how we fight at night.

NVG Rentals are available for additional costs from Darksky Optics. Upon completion of purchasing this course you will be connected to set up your rentals.

This course covers:

– shooting fundamentals / safety
– Psychology of fighting at night with NVG’s
– kit set ups (helmet, comms, NVGs, Lasers/illuminators)
– laser zeroing
– passive vs IR shooting & when to apply
– environment considerations
– pistol RDS/iron sight shooting under NVGs
– clearing malfuntions both rifle & pistol
– shooting positions / alternative shooting positions
– information process & PID
– ballistics (Internal, External, Terminal)
– shooting positions / alternative shooting positions
– efficient movement / body mechanics
– Primary & secondary weapons manipulation
– gear considerations
– malfunctions / reloading
– uses of cover and movement under NV
Minimum Gear Requirements

Tactical Rifle with IR laser
Pistol
OWB Holster
Rifle sling
NVGs
Helmet
Batteries
At least 500 rounds rifle
At least 500 rounds pistol
At least 3 rifle magazines
At least 3 pistol magazines
2 magazine holders for pistol magazines
1 magazine holder for rifle magazines
Ear & Eye Protection
Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather
Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment
Food & Water
Permanent Marker

OPTIONAL:
Body Armor
Plate carrier
Chest rig
First Aid, etc.

Price: $400.00 (includes range fee)
Time: 8 Hours
Click to REGISTER
After you purchase this course, an AHT firearms instructor will contact you via email approximately 1 month from the course date with pre-course details and provide you with an exact location for the training. All course dates are subject to change due to full-time commitment to Law Enforcement.

AHT @ BFR - Baseline Trauma Medicine
2023-06-03
Our Baseline Trauma Medicine Course introduces the building blocks of good pre-hospital or pre-EMS care that everyday citizens may encounter a need for. Whether it’s caring for a loved one or helping your fellow man, we will provide the skills needed to assess and intervene in any time of crisis. The Baseline Med course focuses on more than just the lifesaving trauma skills themselves, but also WHY these skills are important, so the student understands not only what they are doing but also why they are doing it. This course is taught by current medical professionals and is a perfect introduction for prepared citizens. All training aids provided.
This course covers:
– Scene safety assessment / Hazard identification
– Personal safety considerations
– Medical equipment and gear selection
– Basic trauma assessment skills
– Bleeding control skills
– tourniquet application
– wound packing
– pressure dressing / direct pressure
– Hemostatic agents
– when to use each skill
– Airway assessment and interventions
– Airway opening / positioning
– obstruction clearing
– NPA insertion
– Rescue breathing techniques
– pocket mask
– barrier devices
– assessment
– Pulse Checks
– Locations and indication
– Treating for shock
– Evacuation / Exposure
Minimum Gear Requirements

Equipment Needed:
Bring your personal med kits / IFAK’s for gear assessment. (Your gear will not be used unless you want to use it)
Note taking gear

Price: $350
Time: 8 Hours
Click to REGISTER
The Baseline course is a pre-requisite for additional courses as subsequent AHT Med courses will build upon the knowledge and skills obtained in this course

AHT @ BFR - CQB Foundations
2023-06-02 - 2023-06-04
This 3 Day course focuses on the fundamentals of Close Quarters Battle and how to maximize your available personnel effectively in two, three, and four man teams. Students will begin their journey to better understand how to search and / or defend their current occupied structure during a multitude of realistic scenarios. Students will be introduced to the decision making process and learn how to identify whose “time line” they are on and begin to understand how and when to change tempo and tactics as the situation changes or evolves. Students will leave with a deeper understanding of how to manipulate the situation to increase their survivability with common available resources. Students will greatly increase their operational capabilities and proficiency in terms of mitigating complex deadly force encounters while working within a team. These goals are met through detailed course instruction, demonstration, and practical force-on-force scenarios which result in immediate feedback. Open to any law abiding citizen, active or retired law enforcement or military personnel with a basic understanding of firearms safety and handling (It is required that all students first attend our Baseline Pistol & Carbine Courses or an equivalent training course conducted by a certified firearms instructor.

This course covers:

Shooting Competency & Hard Skills
Understanding whos timeline you’re on
Actions at the breach
Roles & Responsibilities of 1 through 4 man clears
Door Breaching Procedures
Points of Domination
Team sectors of fire
Center fed & Corner fed rooms
Traversing hallways in team formations (Wide vs Narrow)
Opposing Threat Areas
Negotiating Dead space
Blocking Position for team movements
Importance of timing & spacing
Verbal & Non-verbal communication
Team Movement Initiators
Stairwells
Advantages of Free Flow CQB vs Limited Penetration

Minimum Gear Requirements

AR-15
Rifle sling
At least 2 rifle magazines (EMPTY)
Ear & Clear Eye Protection
Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather
Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment
Food & Water
Note Taking Material
Permanent Marker

OPTIONAL:
Body Armor
Helmet
NVG
Plate carrier
Chest rig
First Aid, etc.

Time: Time: 8 Hours (each day)
Price: $750.00 (includes range fee)
Click to REGISTER
After you purchase this course, an AHT firearms instructor will contact you via email approximately 1 month from the course date with pre-course details and provide you with an exact location for the training. All course dates are subject to change due to full-time commitment to Law Enforcement.

AHT @ BFR - Fundamental Operator
2023-06-01
This course lays the groundwork for running a primary & secondary weapon system focusing on the development of fundamentals with both rifle & pistol skill sets. Open to all competent and tactically minded shooters.
This course covers:
– shooting fundamentals / safety
– weapons conditions
– combat effective zeroing
– combat marksmanship
– shooting positions/alternative shooting positions
– efficient movement/body mechanics
– strong / support side manipulation
– utilization of cover
– types of movement
– effective engagement from cover
– effective movement to cover
– barricade shooting
-TQ basics
– gunfighter mindset
– malfunctions / reloading
– transitions from rifle / to pistol
– range estimation / effective wind estimation
– close quarter engagements
– mid distance engagements
– other considerations
Minimum Gear Requirements

Tactical Rifle
Pistol
Duty Belt
OWB Holster
Rifle sling
At least 3 rifle magazines
At least 3 pistol magazines
2 magazine holders for pistol magazines
2 magazine holders for rifle magazines
500 Rounds Rifle
500 Rounds Pistol
Ear & Eye Protection
Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather
Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment
Food & Water
Sunscreen

OPTIONAL:
Body Armor
Plate carrier
Chest rig
Weapons Lights
Batteries
First Aid, etc.

Price: $400 (includes range fee)
Time: 8 Hours
Link to REGISTER
After you purchase this course, an AHT firearms instructor will contact you via email approximately 1 month from the course date with pre-course details and provide you with an exact location for the training. All course dates are subject to change due to full-time commitment to Law Enforcement.

Lodging for AHT Courses - May 31 through June 4 AND Extra Night to June 5
2023-05-31 17:00 - 2023-06-04 17:00 (America/New_York)
Lodging for Achilles Heel Tactical Classes
Lodging on-site at Ben Franklin Range for Wednesday May 31 thru Sunday June 4 with Single night stay options
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

There will be no mid week cleaning of the Lodge – Please take care for the week
Cleaning fee is one time charge per stay – You will have to register for the separate please
For these AHT Classes – There is NO on-site camping, wilderness camping or primitive camping – Please reserve a bunk at the lodge

Please sign waiver along with registering

Foundations of Practical Short Range Radio Class and Lodging
2023-05-27 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The first in a family-friendly series of courses at BF aimed at enhancing community knowledge in short, medium and long-range radio. Whether your use case is a first set of family radios for off-grid hiking and camping, increasing your neighborhood or community’s ability to respond to disasters, or surving and thriving in the zombie apocalypse, this radio series is for you. We aim to meet the audience where they are, whether you are considering radio for the first time or you are an accomplished HAM, corporate or LEO/MIL commo who wants to apply your skills in new ways to connect and support your local and distant communities. This not a “HAM Prep” course though some topics contain some foundational HAM knowledge.
Course is being offered at a discount for its first-time offering.
TOPICS AREAS: “Foundations of Practical Short Range Radio”

Contexts for short range radio use, and why should you care
Typical gear and setups for various contexts
Intro to radio programming
Some considerations and concerns with radio in the community
Extended information as time permits

Class is $60 per person including a pizza lunch on Saturday.
Course material will be classroom-based in the BF training facility, starting at 9am and running to roughly 5pm. A refrigerator and microwave is available if bringing your own snacks. A pizza lunch will be provided on Saturday. Dinner after the course is up to the participants, but we can enjoy a local restaurant together on Saturday night and return to the facility for futher conversation, video or checking out gear.
Lodging is available at BFR any of Friday, Saturday or Sunday nights. The instructor will stay on premise as well for continued opportunity to discuss the class or related topics. Lodging is $60 per night, plus a once-per-stay $30 cleaning fee per person.
The Sunday following class is a range day at BF for the “Greyman Network” folks, and radio class attendees are welcome to participate at the reduced rate of $30 for the range day. Sunday will be open format pistol & rifle shooting and socializing with members of greyman. network and fans of Warrior Poet Society.
As time permits at the Foundations course we can begin to discuss other future course plans and some of those topics as well. Future courses in this series will include medium-range/long-range/strategic comms and other topics similar to the following:
“Advanced and Strategic Radio Topics”

Strategic communication contexts
Napkin Radio Physics
Medium & Long Range radio uses
Interesting and accessible equipment and software
Encryption
Accessible testing equipment & uses
Related non-technical skills

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
The instructor has decades of professional experience as a digital innovator, spanning the globe on land, sea (global vessel tracking) and space (manned and unmanned space programs). His career has covered enterprise, government, military, medical, oil & gas, trading, startups, and more.
He currently works in software development within the mobile and set-top consumer video industry, an industry he first worked in at Apple, and there is a good chance you have “his” software on your phone. With two degrees in Engineering, he is not a formal HAM, but programs the commercial radios for BF operations, and engages in various other related projects. He is deeply interested in supporting and blending radio, shooting, and positive community-building groups in the BFR region and across our country. In his free time he does things like teach this class, supports and participates in various shooting/operator related events, is active on https://greyman.network, is active in church, or hangs out with other long-time fans of Warrior Poet Society.
Please select ticket below for the Class
Also – Select individual night for lodging and select the one time cleaning fee per stay
No primitive camping available for this event
Please sign online waiver for lodging

AHT @ BFR Range Day
2023-05-20
Welcome to Rx Range Day. This is your prescribed Range Day!
Every quarter we will be partnering up with industry leading companies to bring you training focused around these companies specific products and services. You’re not going to want to miss this, register now! Join us in this community based training event!

EVENT INCLUDES

1 Day Range Fee
8 Hours of firearms training from Achilles Heel Tactical, First Defense USA, & Bullcreek Strategic
2 Separate caterers providing lunch & dinner for this event
Full content coverage by professional media
Sponsor competition giveaways
Sponsor raffle giveaways, & prize packs
Limited Edition event t-shirt, magazine, & merchandise

DETAILS

Welcome to Rx Range Day. This is your prescribed Range Day!
Every quarter we will be partnering up with industry leading companies to bring you training focused around these companies specific products and services. You’re not going to want to miss this, register now! Join us in this community based training event!​
​​​COST: $500
DATES: Q1 2/18/2023 – Q2 5/20/2023
TIME: Check in at 7AM
LOCATIONS: Kittanning, Pennsylvania
Rx RANGE DAY IS A CLOSED TRAINING EVENT & IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Link for MORE INFORMATION

Lodging for AHT @ BFR Range Day - Lodging Friday May 19 OR Saturday May 20th
2023-05-19 17:00 - 2023-05-20 17:00 (America/New_York)
Lodging on-site at Ben Franklin Range for Friday before the event OR Saturday after the event – can choose on or both (Note – if choosing both – 1 cleaning fee will be refunded)
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

Select at Ticket below and Sign online waiver

BFR 2 Gun Shooting Competition
2023-05-13 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for the next stage of 2 Gun Competition at Ben Franklin Range
Saturday, May 13
Gates Open at 10AM
Competition Starts at 11AM
$50 Preregister online below
OR
$70 Pay at gate
The 2-Gun event that takes place during the daytime. Scoring will be raw time plus penalties. Rifles, SBRs, MGs, Braced Pistols, Binaries, PCCS, and suppressors in all form factors are welcome. You are welcome to run one gun only but it will not contribute to the overall competition leaderboard.
Stages will be designed to allow the individual to stress their gear and mind in realistic scenarios. These stages will be set up in a competition setting where rules and restrictions are at a minimum. Any rules enforced are designed to maintain the integrity of realism for the stages. Safety is our number one priority, you can go at your own pace. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Some examples of scenarios can include CQB-style room clearing, fighting your way out of a vehicle, etc. There will be 6 stages set up with a rough round count of 100 for each weapon system(200 total).
Divisions:

Overt(OWB)

○ Primary must be slung, secondary must be holstered.

Covert(CCW)

○ Both weapon systems must be concealed. Primary can be concealed behind garments, bagged, or in a case. Primaries that aren’t on the person and in direct control will be stored in cruiser ready.
Ammo Caliber Restrictions:

No Steel Penetrators(M855, 7n6, etc.)
No .308+

Time:
– Check-in begins at 10:00 a.m., shooting commences at 11:00 a.m.
– Expecting the first run to possibly go to 3:00 p.m., the second run and clean will extend past 5:00 p.m.

Age Restrictions:
No one under the age of 18 will be admitted to this event

Price:
$50 + $20 for another run (if you select to do another run)
You can pre-pay here ($50) or pay with cash at the gate the day of event ($70)

Sign up to Register your Scores:
https://practiscore.com/login
Can Sign Waiver Online Before Event

Defender Series Training Group - Advanced Structure Clearance/CQC 1 and 2 - AND BFR Lodging
2023-05-05 08:00 - 2023-05-07 18:00 (America/New_York)
Defender Series Training Group – Advanced Structure Clearance/CQC 1 and 2
Fri May 5, 2023 8:00 AM – Sun May 7, 2023 6:00 PM
Advanced Structure Clearance
CQB 1 and 2
Course of Instruction

Dynamic and Deliberate Clearance Methods
Large Structure Team Management
Non-Verbal Communication
Team De-Confliction
Limited Penetration
Priorities of Work
Known vs. Unknown Hostage Rescue Tactics
Force on paper and force on force(Role Players)
Angel man-corner boy
Cross-pan/Cross-cover

Required Gear List

Duty Belt
Handgun and Rifle
3 Mags per weapon system
Plate Carrier and Ballistic Helmet
Radio and Comms Headset(If available)
Eye and Ear Protection
Weapon Mounted Flashlight or Handheld
Blue Bolt and Marking rounds (200 Rifle 50 Handgun)
Rental UTM Bolts and Ammo are available upon request
Light Sound Distraction Devices will be provided

Click here to REGISTER

If staying in the Lodge please sign the online waiver

AHT @ BFR - Baseline Carbine
2023-04-23
Our Baseline Carbine course focuses on the fundamentals of shooting a carbine and teaches shooters how to get the most out of their training. This carbine course builds the framework for the shooter and develops their skill set by starting with a full understanding of the fundamentals so they are able to self diagnose.
This course covers:
– fundamentals of shooting rifle
– isolation of fundamentals
– weapons conditions for rifle
– understanding the cycle of operations in a rifle
– shooting positions
– mechanical offsets
– common rifle malfunction / immediate actions and remedial actions
– optic and co-witness BUIS considerations
– strong and support side shooting
– rifle shooting drills
– sling utilization
– movement during engagements
– reloading fundamentals for rifle
– shooting from cover
– sling manipulation
– multiple engagement techniques
– close and midrange engagements
Minimum Gear Requirements

Rifle
400-500 rounds of rifle ammunition
Rifle sling
At least 3 rifle magazines
Belt /Chest Rig
At least 1 magazine holder for rifle magazines
Ear & Eye Protection
Permanent Marker
Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather
Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment
Food & Water

OPTIONAL:

Body Armor
Plate carrier
Chest rig
Weapons Lights
Batteries
First Aid
Gloves
note taking gear, etc.

Price: $350
Time: 8 Hours
Link to REGISTER
After you purchase this course, an AHT firearms instructor will contact you via email approximately 1 month from the course date with pre-course details and provide you with an exact location for the training. All course dates are subject to change due to full-time commitment to Law Enforcement.
Lodging at Ben Franklin Range Click Here

AHT & BFR - Night Shoot
2023-04-22 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
We are having a night shoot with our NEW Preferred Training Partner Achilles Heel Tactical – Rick and his staff will be part of our Night shoot going over the exciting classes, training opportunities and other event we are planning at Ben Franklin Range and even run drills with everyone!

We are extremely excited to have Achilles Heel Tactical as our Preferred Training Partner at BFR – Rick and his staff bring a lifetime of excellent experience and exciting opportunities to our friends here at BFR.

The BFR Night Shoot will give you the opportunity to come out and shoot using Night Vision. Bring your own guns and ammo. Loaner Night Vision will be available for attendees to use.

JUST ADDED:
Our friends at Amped Airsoft will again be on site and have Night Vision Rental Gear Available for this event

MUST Pay online and sign waiver online prior to event:
Please sign Waiver online
No Registration at gate for this Event – Must Pre-Register – Space is Limited

AHT @ BFR - Baseline Pistol
2023-04-22
Our Baseline Pistol course focuses on the fundamentals of shooting pistol and teaches shooters how to get the most out of their training. This pistol course builds the framework for the shooter and develops their skill set by starting with a full understanding of the fundamentals so they are able to self diagnose.
This course covers:
– fundamentals of shooting pistol
– isolation of fundamentals
– pistol manipulation
– pistol shooting drills
– reloading fundamentals
– importance of grip and bone support
– proper utilization of sight alignment and sight picture
– draw and retention from OWB holster
– weapons conditions
– safety conditions
– strong and support side shooting
– common pistol malfunctions

Minimum Gear Requirements

OWB (Outside the waistband) or IWB (Inside the waistband) Holster
Reliable and sturdy EDC (everyday carry) belt
At least 1 magazine holder
3 magazines
Reliable EDC Pistol
400-500 rounds of ammunition
Ear & Eye Protection
Permanent Marker
Appropriate Clothing for Range
Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment

Price: $350
Time: 8 Hours
Link to REGISTER
After you purchase this course, an AHT firearms instructor will contact you via email approximately 1 month from the course date with pre-course details and provide you with an exact location for the training. All course dates are subject to change due to full-time commitment to Law Enforcement.

Lodging at Ben Franklin Range Click Here

Lodging for AHT @ BFR Baseline Pistol and Baseline Carbine Courses
2023-04-21 17:00 - 2023-04-23 17:00 (America/New_York)
Lodging on-site at Ben Franklin Range
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

Lodging option below
1 – Two Night – Check in Friday April 21 at 5pm – Check out Sunday April 23 after the end of the Baseline Carbine Class
Select at Ticket below and Sign online waiver

Warrior Poet Society - Lodging - Sunday April 2 Thru Friday April 7
2023-04-02 17:00 - 2023-04-07 17:00 (America/New_York)
Lodging for Warrior Poet Society Classes
Lodging on-site at Ben Franklin Range for Sunday April 2 Thru Friday April 7 with Single night stay options
Lodging includes:

1 bunk
Storage Locker (please provide own lock for stand up lockers)
Access to 3 full baths
Kitchenette
Common area
On-site free parking
Linens and Towels included

There will be no mid week cleaning of the Lodge – Please take care for the week
Cleaning fee is one time charge per stay – You will have to register for the separate please
No onsite camping options at all available for this event – If students wish to camp they meed to find alternate site arrangements

Please sign waiver along with registering

Ben Franklin Range - REVOLUTION
2023-03-26 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Ben Franklin Range presents,
A Victor Anderson & Amped Airsoft event
Revolution Series Scenario Game:
Operation – Coercion
Teams & BDU Requirements:

Civilians: Green Based Camo (M81, Multicam Tropic, Marpat, AOR2) Civilian Clothing – Gear must be Solid Color or Green Camo pattern or Multicam Black
Military: Tan Based Camo – Mulitcam, Desert Tan, AOR-1 or ACU BDUs – Gear Must be Solid Color or Tan Based Camo pattern

Spawn/Medic Rules:
Medics will be nominated on game day at a ratio of 1 medic to each 5 players. Medic shall use the players bandage and count to 30 as they apply the bandage to the players arm. After that “wounded” player is revived they may return to play. If the revived player is hit again, they must return to their closest respawn point. If a player is down, and no medics are near, or the medic is wounded, that player may return to their HQ/Spawn, at which point they are revived, remove their bandage and may continue play.
General Rules:

Hpa tank fills will be available onsite
Full seal googles are required, lower mesh masks or some kind of mouth protection is recommended, but not required.
Call your hits.
Help newer players if you can.
Have fun.
Standard Rifle – Semi Only – 1.7J with .32 BBs (Max BB weight of .4)
SAW (Limit 1 Per 5 Man Squad) – 1.7J with .32 BB – Minimum Engagement Distance – 20’ (Max BB weight of .36)
a. Box Mag
b. No High Caps
c. Must be equivalent to Real SAW (If you are unsure, please ask)
Sniper/DMR – Semi only – 1.86J with .32 BB (Max BB weight of .48)
a. 100’ Minimum Engagement Distance
b. Must have backup weapon
HPA Weapons
a. Air Systems will be cable locked after chrono

Age Requirements:

Must be 18 year of age or older to participate
If under 16 – Must Parent/Guardian sign waiver and Attend event

Please sign online Waiver when Registering

AHT & BFR - Night Shoot
2023-02-11 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
This is it everyone!!!
We are having a night shoot with our NEW Prefered Training Partner Achilles Heel Tactical – Rick and his staff will be part of our Night shoot going over the exciting classes, training opportunities and other event we are planning at Ben Franklin Range. He might even run a few drills with everyone!

We are extremely excited to have Achilles Heel Tactical as our Preferred Training Partner at BFR – Rick and his staff bring a lifetime of excellent experience and exciting opportunities to our friends here at BFR.

The BFR Night Shoot will give you the opportunity to come out and shoot using Night Vision. Bring your own guns and ammo. Loaner Night Vision will be available for attendees to use.

MUST Pay online and sign waiver online prior to event:
No Registration at gate for this Event
Please sign Waiver online
