Best Defense Armory & Range

09/09/2026

👀 SOMETHING NEW IS COMING TO BEST DEFENSE...and this one is just for our members. 🎯
Beginning this fall, we're launching something designed to bring our community together in a whole new way.

🎙️ Live from the VIP Room.
Interesting people.
Important voices.
Unique perspectives.
Real conversations.

Not a member yet? You might want to change that!
👉 bdarmoryandrange.com/memberships

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from Best Defense Armory & Range!

Today we recognize the hard work and dedication of the people who keep our businesses, communities, and country moving forward.

09/07/2026

MN Permit to Carry/Renewal courses are filling fast! Be sure to register to save your seat.

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📅 September 12 | 9:00 AM
📅 September 15 | 5:00 PM
📅 September 22 | 5:00 PM
📅 September 27 | 12:00 PM
📅 October 3 | 9:00 AM
📅 October 10 | 12:00 PM

🔗 Register: https://bdarmoryandrange.com/register-for-training

📍 Located at: Best Defense Armory & Range
95 8th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN 55025

09/05/2026

👀 Something exciting is coming exclusively for our Best Defense members.

Stay tuned. 🎯

👉 If you're not a member yet... you're going to want to be!
bdarmoryandrange.com/memberships

09/04/2026

🎯 We've hiring!

Best Defense Armory & Range is growing, and we're looking for a few professional, safety-minded individuals to join our team.

🛍️ Retail Sales Lead
Help lead and promote sales initiatives within our retail store while providing knowledgeable, top-level customer service.

🎯 Part-Time Range Staff
Assist with customer check-in and checkout, range operations, member needs, and sales opportunities.

We're looking for dependable team members who are professional, customer-focused, and committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

📩 Interested? Reach out to Cody at: [email protected]

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post!

09/01/2026

🎯 Still think we're JUST a gun range?
Over the past few weeks, we've shared a little more about everything happening under one roof at Best Defense Armory & Range!
✔️ Indoor public range
✔️ Tactical Bay
✔️ Gunsmithing
✔️ Transfers
✔️ Consignments
✔️ Firearm appraisals
✔️ High School Trap inspections
✔️ Hero's Lounge
✔️ Accessories & supplies
✔️ First responder programs
✔️ And more!

Our goal is to be a resource for our community—whether you're brand new to the shooting sports or you've been part of them for decades.

Come see what BDAR has to offer!
📍 95 8th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN 55025
📞 651-464-7251
🌐 bdarmoryandrange.com

08/29/2026

Giddyup

We've got open lanes, and open positions!

We're looking for a few professional, safety minded professionals for our range and sales crew!

Retail sales lead: promote and lead sales initiatives within the retail store, customer face and provide top level service!

Part time range staff: check-in, checkout and assist our members with range functions and sales opportunities!

All inquiries please email Cody,

[email protected]

08/29/2026

We've got open lanes, and open positions!

We're looking for a few professional, safety minded professionals for our range and sales crew!

Retail sales lead: promote and lead sales initiatives within the retail store, customer face and provide top level service!

Part time range staff: check-in, checkout and assist our members with range functions and sales opportunities!

All inquiries please email Cody,

[email protected]

08/29/2026

🎯 This isn't your average range bay.
Did you know Best Defense has a completely separate 3-lane Tactical Bay?

Designed with extra-wide lanes and reinforced construction, this unique space can accommodate group events, competition shooting and advanced training opportunities.

It's another part of what makes the BDAR facility so unique!
Curious about Tactical Bay access or group rentals? Talk with our team.
🌐 bdarmoryandrange.com/our-services

08/26/2026

🎯 Have you checked out our range?
Best Defense Armory & Range features a state-of-the-art indoor public range designed for everyone from first-time shooters to experienced enthusiasts.

Our Standard Range Bay features:
• 7 shooting lanes
• Up to 25 yards
• Touch-screen controls
• Action Target runners
• Plenty of target options

Whether you're working on your skills or simply looking for some range time, we've got a lane waiting for you!

📍 95 8th Ave SW | Forest Lake, MN
🌐 bdarmoryandrange.com