Special Ops Outdoor Gun Shooting Range - Lock. Loan. Lead.
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 have the chance to support and even join me—at a bi-annual event called Beans & Bullets!
Special Ops Experience at Florida’s Outdoor Gun Shooting Range — Train Like a Warrior, Eat Like a King, Live like a Patriot!
~Led by the Elite~
Special Force Training Event for Civilians.
Twice a year, Beans & Bullets brings together freedom-loving Americans for a day that’s about far more than time at the range. Hosted at a private Outdoor Shooting Range, this is a movement, not just an event. It’s about community.
It’s about impact. And it’s about standing shoulder to shoulder with those who value faith, freedom, and family. Sponsored by Blue Bay Fund, this all-day tactical experience delivers elite-level training, unforgettable camaraderie, and purpose—all in support of those who serve and protect the values we hold dear.
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.
A Message to All American Patriots
From Edwin Epperson, Former Green Beret & Founder of Beans & Bullets
This isn’t just another shooting range. It’s a mission. A movement. A call to raise up protectors and leaders in a world that desperately needs both.
Led by Special Forces instructors, this veteran-led gun training event happens at a private outdoor gun range in Tampa and combines combat-proven training with core values like 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
This isn’t a corporate range class. It’s real-world gun training Florida patriots have been asking for—founded by those who’ve fought for the right to carry and now train others in how to protect.
It’s where Second Amendment events Florida become personal. Where you walk away with confidence, not just paper targets. This is live-fire training Tampa FL at its finest.
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 North of the border, Pancho Vill's, in Dade City. Pancho Villas catered this past event and provided 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
“I’ve done plenty of range days—but nothing like this. The training was top-tier, the atmosphere was patriotic and family-friendly, and knowing it supported veterans made it all the more meaningful. Beans & Bullets is more than a shooting event—it’s a mission.”
— Shelly S., Marine & First-Time Attendee
Florida Firearms Training at Its Finest
Beans & Bullets delivers Florida firearms training like no other, led by former Special Ops professionals who bring real-world experience to the range. Whether you’re learning the basics or refining advanced tactics, this event provides a safe, structured, and empowering environment for everyone. And with family-friendly instruction, even minors can begin learning proper firearm handling with guidance and supervision.
If you're searching for a high-impact, values-driven firearms training class in Tampa, Florida, this is the one event you don’t want to miss. It’s more than a class—it’s a full-day, real-world experience in tactical preparedness, leadership, and American patriotism.
We also encourage participants to consider pursuing florida defensive training - concealed weapons and firearms training as part of their ongoing preparedness. While Beans & Bullets is not a certification course, it’s a powerful starting point for those serious about self-defense, family protection, and Second Amendment readiness.
Elite Outdoor Shooting Ranges Experience
Special Forces Show Instructors
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!
📍 Greater Tampa Bay, FL *Location provided upon ticket purchase
🗓️ Twice a Year, 1x Fall & 1x Spring
🎯 Only 100 adult tickets + 50 minor spots available
💥 Tickets just $50 for adults — 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!
And I get it — you’re not just looking for a place to pull a trigger. You want something that’s purposeful, safe, community-driven, and maybe even a little unforgettable.
Whether you're searching for an outdoor shooting range in Fort Myers, FL, West Palm Beach, FL, Bradenton, FL, Miami, or Orlando, people from all across Florida are making the drive to Tampa for the Beans & Bullets experience.
Led by a former Green Beret, this event goes beyond targets and technique — it’s about building skill, confidence, and connection in an environment where families, beginners, and seasoned shooters all feel welcome.
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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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From Orlando to Tampa: The Outdoor Shooting Range Worth the Drive.
Welcome, Florida Neighbors! Tactical Fun Awaits at the Outdoor Shooting Range.
Looking for an outdoor shooting range in Orlando, FL that goes beyond the basics?
Join us in Tampa for Beans & Bullets — a one-day tactical experience led by a former Green Berets.
Real training. Real mission. Real community.
Whether you’re near Orlando, Fort Myers, or West Palm Beach, this outdoor shooting experience Tampa offers something rare—gun training for patriots that’s tough, values-based, and rooted in community.
Where faith, freedom, and family meet the range!
Train like a Warrior. Give like a Patriot.
You’ll run situational awareness drills, sharpen your aim on steel target shooting courses, and stand shoulder to shoulder with other patriots at one of the most respected outdoor ranges in the state.
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
Every ticket directly supports veteran nonprofits in Florida, like Veterans Outdoor Ministries—making it a true faith and freedom event. It’s one of the few patriotic family events Florida has that strengthens both skill and character.
Whether you're searching for patriotic events near me, or just looking for the best shooting events Florida has to offer, Beans & Bullets stands ready.
Blue Bay Fund - Lead Sponsor,
Edwin D. Epperson III,
Manager & CEO
Soli Deo Gloria
