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New Shooting Hub Opens Doors for All

Hillsdale, MI, USAFriday, March 6, 2026

Open House Dates:

  • Friday, March 6: 4 – 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 7: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location:
Halter Shooting Sports Center, Bankers Road (just southwest of Hillsdale)


Experience the New Facility

  • Archery & Air‑Gun Ranges – Test your precision skills.
  • Raffles & Membership Info – Learn how to join the community.
  • Liberty & Co. Pro Shop – Gear up with top‑notch equipment.

State‑of‑the‑Art Shooting Lanes

Type Quantity Notes
Indoor 10‑m Shooting 60 lanes Precision-focused
Indoor Archery (25 m) 20 lanes Dedicated range
Small‑Bore Rifles (Indoor/Outdoor) 24 lanes Dual use
Retractable Pistol Lanes (50 ft, Indoor/Outdoor) 12 lanes Versatile setup

Learning & Training Spaces

  • Concealed‑Pistol Classroom – Seats up to 24 students.
  • Main Room – Accommodates 300 attendees.
  • Team Storage & Mezzanine Deck – Extra space and panoramic range views.

Campus‑Wide Impact

  • Supports shooting classes for students.
  • Provides a training venue when outdoor fields are weather‑blocked.
  • Promotes “smart patriotism” and Second Amendment rights education.

The Halter Center at a Glance

  • Area: 125 acres of range land, 5 miles from campus.
  • Facilities: Skeet fields, sporting clays, trap stations, bunkers, climate‑controlled range.
  • Indoor/Outdoor Rifle & Pistol Area: 62,000 sq. ft.
  • Amenities: Lodge, grill, cottages for meals and overnight stays.

Historical Highlights

  • Hosted national teams since 2008 (USA Shooting National Team since 2019).
  • Venue for major skeet/trap championships, Junior Olympic camps.
  • Home to Hillsdale’s championship teams.

Public Access

  • Memberships & Programs – Blend shooting skills with constitutional education.
  • Open to All – Annual memberships available.

For more information, visit shootingsports.hillsdale.edu.

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