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THE FIREARMS ACADEMY AT THE HIGHLANDS
Ranges, Classes, Events, & Equipment
Whether it’s the state’s longest rifle range or a top-tier concealed carry class, you’ll find it all at The Firearms Academy of Wisconsin at The Highlands. Our exceptional facility is paired with a passion and knowledge for the best in firearms education and equipment… the perfect addition to The Best Place on Earth.
While members enjoy advanced booking options, complimentary long gun FFL transfers, and a variety of additional exclusive offers, everyone is welcome to attend one of our many public range events. Our full-service Gun Lounge is fully stocked with a selection of firearms and accessories available for sale or rent, including the monstrous Barrett M82 .50 Caliber Sniper Rifle!
Upcoming Events
Sat
24
PRS Regional Finale
October 24
Sun
25
Great Lakes Shoot Out
October 25
Nov
10
245th Marine Corps Birthday at the Highlands
November 10 @ 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Our Exclusive Range Membership Has Its Benefits
About The Firearms Academy at the Highlands
One of Only Two 1,000 Yard Ranges in the State, Our Facility Boasts the Sole 1,400 Yard Rifle Range in Wisconsin
Visiting the Range
Decades of excellence at The Highlands Sportsman’s Club has ushered in a new era, bringing you The Firearms Academy at The Highlands. Born out of a passion for competition, excellence, safety, and lifelong learning, The Firearms Academy pairs the finest Wisconsin range facilities with the best in firearms instruction and equipment. You’ve come to expect nothing less from The Best Place on Earth.
Home to exclusive Memberships and Training Opportunities, we’ve constructed one of the best facilities in the State of Wisconsin featuring:
- Range 1: Targets and barricades from 0 – 1,000 Yards
- Range 2: 270° CQB training area
- Range 3: Covered pistol bay
- Range 4: Additional rifle and pistol bays coming soon!
- Range 5: Additional rifle and pistol bay coming soon!
And, at the end of the day, the Gun Lounge welcomes you to unwind, kick back, and consider adding to your collection, because you earned it.
Rangemaster and Instructor
Having spent decades in law enforcement and the firearm industry, David Maglio, U.S. Marine Corps and Retired Deputy Sheriff, leads The Academy as Rangemaster and Master Instructor.
Living by the philosophy that skills development is a life-long journey, David’s experience in firearms instruction and competition has earned him both recognition and respect nationwide.
As a Masaad Ayoob Group Senior Staff Instructor and skilled trainer, David pairs technical instruction, safety and observation tactics, and biomechanics of the body with the softer skills of adult learning theory. This holistic teaching philosophy ensures new students, as well as advanced shooters, enjoy a rewarding, productive session at the gun range, refining their sport while learning from one of the most respected instructors in the industry.