Outdoor Gun Shooting Range – Train with Special Ops.
This article is special—because it’s not just a story, it’s an invitation. As a reader of my Cigars, Whiskey, and Capital journal, you now have the rare chance to support—and even join me—at Beans & Bullets, a bi-annual special force event held at a premier outdoor gun shooting range. This isn’t your average day at the range. It’s a tactical, veteran-led experience forged in brotherhood, freedom, and faith.
Prepare with focus. Give with purpose. Lead with honor.
Elite Outdoor Shooting Range – Where Civilians Train Like Special Ops
A Special Force Event Designed for Patriots and Protectors
Authentic training designed by retired Special Forces operators.
Special Ops Experience at Florida’s Outdoor Gun Shooting Range — Train Like a Warrior, Eat Like a King, Live like a Patriot!
At this shooting range outdoor, every round fired is part of a mission—to sharpen your skills and experience what real tactical training feels like.
~Led by the Elite~
Special Force Training Event for Civilians.
Twice a year, Beans & Bullets gathers freedom-loving Americans at a private outdoor shooting range. It’s a movement rooted in community, impact, and faith. Sponsored by Blue Bay Fund, this all-day experience delivers elite-level training and purpose—supporting those who defend the values we cherish.
Where Patriots Sharpen Skill, Strengthen Brotherhood, and Raise the Next Generation
Led by a Former Green Beret. Rooted in Faith, Freedom, and Family.
From Battlefield to Backyard: The Special Ops Range Experience in Tampa.
From Edwin Epperson, Former Green Beret & Founder of Beans & Bullets
This isn’t just another shooting range. It’s a mission to raise up protectors and leaders.
Led by Special Forces instructors, this outdoor gun shooting range in Tampa merges combat-proven training with values: faith, family, and freedom.
Bring your kids. Bring your convictions.
Let’s train like warriors—and live like Americans.
Lock In. Load Up. Lead Well.
More Than a Shooting Event—A Patriotic Gathering Honoring the Second Amendment, Our Military, Law Enforcement, and the American Spirit
Tactical Experience Awaits at the Outdoor Shooting Range in Tampa Led by a Former Green Berets.
Where Patriots Train, Families Bond, and Freedom Thrives.
Firearms Training in Tampa Rooted in Patriotism
Built for Warriors
Train like your freedom depends on it. This isn’t just another class—it’s mission-ready instruction for those who stand for faith, family, and the Second Amendment.
Where Fathers, Sons, and Patriots Prepare Together!
Building protectors, leaders, and legacy
—side by side.
Florida Firearms Training
The Patriot’s Choice for Real-World Gun Training
Not your average class—this is real-world Florida firearms training. Founded by those who’ve fought for the right to carry and now teach others to protect.
Second Amendment events become personal. You walk away with confidence. This is live-fire training in Tampa, FL.
We equip the next generation to stand, lead, and defend.
The fight for freedom begins with the next generation—we’re getting them ready.
At Beans & Bullets, we are equipping future generations to stand, lead, and defend.
Real Training. Real Impact. Real American Grit.
Mission Complete: Spring 2025 Recap. We just wrapped up our best event yet:
68 adults and 26 minors (some as young as 3 years old!)
Instruction by former Green Berets and Special Operations Forces
The best Mexican Food with a taco bar and burrito bar for everyone's enjoyment.
$3,500+ raised for Veterans Outdoor Ministries, a nonprofit serving veterans through healing, nature, and community
A massive thanks to Josh Weis, HIS Capital, and Carolina Epperson of Carography Studios, who not only donated her photography services, but also captured the heart and grit of this event with every shot!
Train Like a Warrior at Florida’s Premier Shooting Range Outdoor Experience.
💬 What Attendees Are Saying
Top-tier training. Patriotic. Family-friendly. Purpose-driven. Beans & Bullets is more than a shooting event—it’s a mission.”
— Shelly S., Marine & First-Time Attendee
Florida Firearms Training at Its Finest
Led by former Special Ops professionals, Beans & Bullets offers tactical preparedness and leadership through values-based firearms training class Tampa Florida residents trust.
Whether you’re new or refining skills, it’s safe, structured, and empowering. Minors are welcome with supervision.
Participants are encouraged to pursue Florida defensive training concealed weapons and firearms training as an extension of this event.
Elite Outdoor Shooting Ranges Experience
Special Forces Show Instructors
Locked. Loaded. Purpose-Driven.
Rip through steel targets with real-world rifle and pistol drills. Zero in at the 100-yard rifle range. This isn’t a weekend hobby—it’s the ultimate outdoor gun shooting range experience, built for patriots who train like the special forces world toughest. No benches. No babysitting. Just skill, sweat, and sharp aim.
Combat-Proven Drills. Built for Patriots.
Train with Special Ops veterans on live steel, sharpen your tactical edge, and prepare to defend what matters most—faith, family, and freedom.
There’s a reason Beans & Bullets sells out fast.
This outdoor shooting range gives you real-world training in a safe, controlled setting. First-time shooters and seasoned patriots stand side by side—learning, growing, and building confidence. With open-air ranges, coaching from veterans, and a mission-driven atmosphere, it’s one of the most powerful tactical experiences in Florida.
Why Patriots Keep Coming Back
A Family-Friendly Shooting Event Rooted in Legacy
Beans & Bullets is a family-friendly shooting range Florida families love, where the entire household—from dads to teens—can learn and grow. Whether it’s your first time handling a firearm or you're a seasoned shooter, this rifle and pistol training Tampa experience was built for all skill levels.
Bring your boys to a father-son shooting event, introduce your daughter to kids firearms safety training, or invite your spouse to experience a day grounded in freedom, faith, and preparation.
Where Fathers Lead, Families Follow, and Freedom Stands
Shooting Range in Tampa: Special Ops Firearms Experience for All Ages
Beans & Bullets isn’t just a shooting day. It’s a mission-driven gathering for people who stand for:
✅ Faith
✅ Freedom
✅ Family
✅ The Second Amendment
Whether you’re a veteran, civilian, law enforcement officer, first responder, or simply someone who loves this country, you belong here.
Our Next Event Details — Get Ready!
Our Next Event Details — Get Ready!
📍 Greater Tampa Bay, FL (location shared after signup)
🗓️ Twice a Year: Fall & Spring
🎟️ $50 per adult — minors shoot FREE
What to Expect:
🔫 3 hours of morning range training
🍽️ BBQ lunch catered by Liberty Smokehouse — A culinary experience by Chef Bryan Jacobs, who brings military precision to the plate
🔫 3 more hours of tactical experience in the afternoon
Pistols, rifles, and shotguns — all welcome.
No gear? No experience? Still welcome.
FAQ: Beans & Bullets Events
I hear this all the time at my events: “Edwin, I’ve been looking for outdoor shooting ranges near me, but something different. Something with purpose!
I hear you! Beans & Bullets draws people from all over Orlando, Fort Myers, West Palm Beach, and Bradenton. Whether you're seeking outdoor shooting range Orlando FL or tactical training Orlando FL, this is worth the trip.
Looking for Free Outdoor Shooting Ranges Near You?
At Beans & Bullets, minors train free because raising the next generation of protectors shouldn’t come at a premium. While most “free outdoor shooting ranges near me” offer space, we offer purpose: real drills, real instructors, and a mission that fuels veterans and families alike.
Why This Feels Like One of the Best Outdoor Shooting Ranges Around?
If you’ve searched for the best outdoor shooting ranges near me, you’re not alone. Men from all over Florida are finding more than just a place to shoot, they’re finding purpose, elite training, and a mission worth showing up for. That’s what sets Beans & Bullets apart.
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Yes! We welcome all skill levels—from first-time shooters to experienced veterans. Our instructors are highly trained Special Operations shooters and ensure everyone feels safe, confident, and respected.
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You're welcome to bring your own pistol, rifle, or shotgun. However, gear is not required to attend. We often have access to the instructor's and participants' shared gear, depending on availability and participant safety clearance.
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Yes! This is a family-friendly event. Minors (all ages less than 18) are welcome with a parent or guardian and attend for free. Proper supervision is required, and we tailor age-appropriate instruction.
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Not at all. Beans & Bullets is for patriots from all walks of life—whether you’ve worn a uniform or simply believe in defending our freedoms.
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This event is not a certification course, but it is an excellent launchpad. We encourage attendees to explore Florida defensive training, including concealed weapons and firearms training, through vetted providers we’re happy to recommend.
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Your ticket includes:
All-day training at a professionally built and private outdoor shooting range
Catered BBQ lunch from Liberty Smokehouse
Elite instruction from Special Ops veterans
Community, fellowship, and mission impact and 100% of proceeds go to Florida-based nonprofits.
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🔥 This is more than just a range day…
It’s where Patriots train, families bond, and freedom thrives!
Join us this October for Florida’s most meaningful outdoor firearms training experience.
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Firearms Training Tampa
Train with Purpose. Give with Honor.
Because for some, the battle didn’t end overseas. And your support becomes their second chance.
Trained with Purpose, Given in Honor
Here we will train with purpose and will give back with grateful hearts.
Every step on this range is a step toward healing for those who served.
Support More Than an Event — Fuel a Mission
We’re actively seeking more Florida nonprofits to rotate into our donation model.
Know a great one serving our heroes?
Your introduction can help fuel this mission!
A Mission With Impact
At Beans & Bullets, every moment on the outdoor gun shooting range serves a greater mission. This special force event goes beyond tactical drills—it’s about restoring those who have borne the battle.
This year, with your help, a new veteran ministry will be supported—one dedicated to healing hearts, restoring families, and walking with warriors as they navigate life after service.
Your ticket isn't just entry to a training day, it's an act of gratitude.
One that says, “You’re not forgotten. We stand with you.”
Blue Bay Fund - Lead Sponsor,
Edwin D. Epperson III,
Manager & CEO
Soli Deo Gloria
