Beyond the Range

Wilderness

A General Store, mountain trails, outdoor education, seasonal events, and the kind of destination experiences that bring people back year after year.

Shop & Supply

The General Store

Rustic general store interior

Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't

A properly stocked outpost for campers, shooters, hikers, and anyone passing through. Quality gear, camp supplies, local goods, and Cowboy Gun Camp branded merchandise.

Cold drinks, hot coffee, firewood bundles, ammo, first aid, snacks, maps, and the kind of essentials you always forget to pack. Plus curated goods from local makers — leather, knives, candles, jerky, and more.

Open daily: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM during season

Learn Something Real

Outdoor Education

Hands-on classes taught by experienced outdoorsmen. Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen a skill, there's always something worth learning out here.

Outdoor skills class

Bushcraft & Survival

Fire-starting, shelter building, water purification, knot-tying, and navigation. The fundamentals of self-reliance in the wild.

  • Friction fire methods
  • Emergency shelter construction
  • Edible plant identification
  • Land navigation & compass
  • Knife & axe skills
Mountain trail hiking

Marksmanship & Safety

From first-time shooters to experienced marksmen looking to refine technique. Certified instruction in a controlled, supportive environment.

  • Firearm safety fundamentals
  • Handgun proficiency course
  • Long-range rifle clinic
  • Concealed carry prep
  • Youth introduction (12+)
Group outdoor event

Wilderness Skills

The old ways meet modern knowledge. Tracking, foraging, astronomy, wildlife awareness, and Leave No Trace principles.

  • Animal tracking & sign
  • Star navigation & astronomy
  • Foraging & wild cooking
  • Weather reading
  • Wilderness first aid (cert.)
State-Certified Programs

Hunter Safety Courses

Required for first-time hunters in most states and a smart refresher for experienced outdoorsmen. Our certified instructors teach responsible, ethical hunting in a hands-on mountain setting.

Hunter safety classroom instruction

Basic Hunter Education

The foundational course required for hunting license eligibility. Covers firearms safety, wildlife conservation, ethics, and field skills. Includes live-fire qualification.

  • Firearm handling & safety rules
  • Ammunition & ballistics basics
  • Wildlife identification
  • Conservation & game laws
  • Field dressing & game care
  • Live-fire range qualification
  • State certification card issued
Bowhunter in the field

Bowhunter Education

Specialized certification for archery hunters. Learn shot placement, equipment tuning, tree stand safety, and ethical bowhunting practices in real field conditions.

  • Bow types & equipment selection
  • Arrow & broadhead performance
  • Shot placement & anatomy
  • Tree stand & ground blind safety
  • Blood trailing & recovery
  • 3D target range practice
  • Bowhunter certification issued
Advanced hunting skills in mountain terrain

Advanced Hunter Skills

Beyond the basics — for licensed hunters who want to level up. Mountain terrain hunting, long-range shooting, tracking, and wilderness self-reliance.

  • Mountain & hill-country tactics
  • Long-range rifle proficiency
  • Animal tracking & scouting
  • Scent control & concealment
  • Field butchering & pack-out
  • Survival skills for hunters
  • Land navigation & GPS

All courses taught by state-certified instructors. Basic Hunter Education meets requirements for all 50 states. Classes run year-round with weekend and weekday options.

Register for a Course
Hit the Trail

Camp Trails

Miles of marked trails winding through mountain terrain — from easy morning walks to challenging ridge hikes with views that earn every step.

Creek Walk Loop

1.2 miles • Flat terrain along the creek bed • Great for families

Easy

Timber Ridge Trail

3.4 miles • Rolling hills through hardwood forest • Moderate elevation

Moderate

Campfire Overlook

2.1 miles • Steady climb to panoramic mountain vista • Bench at summit

Moderate

Ridgeline Scramble

5.8 miles • Technical rocky terrain • Full-day commitment • Experienced hikers

Challenging

Sunset Meadow Path

1.8 miles • Open meadow to western-facing clearing • Best at golden hour

Easy
Mark Your Calendar

Seasonal Events

Throughout the year, camp comes alive with special gatherings, competitions, and celebrations that give people a reason to return.

Spring

Opening Day Cookout

Season kickoff with live music, first-fire ceremony, and all-you-can-eat BBQ for early arrivals.

Summer

Long-Range Shootout

Competitive marksmanship event with prizes, vendor booths, and a community cookout under the stars.

Summer

Wilderness Skills Week

Five days of intensive outdoor education — bushcraft, tracking, foraging, and survival challenges.

Fall

Harvest Moon Feast

Chef's table dinner under the October sky featuring seasonal game, local produce, and bourbon tasting.

Fall

Cowboy Action Shoot

Period-correct firearms competition in Western dress. Timed stages, lever-actions, and single-action revolvers.

Winter

Fireside Christmas

Holiday gathering with mulled cider, gift market from local artisans, and a massive bonfire on the ridge.

Wear the Brand

Camp Merchandise

Authentic Cowboy Gun Camp gear — designed in the mountains, built to last, and only available here.

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Camp Caps

From $28

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Tees & Flannels

From $35

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Outerwear

From $85

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Camp Knives

From $65

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Enamel Mugs

From $18

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Packs & Bags

From $55

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Stickers & Patches

From $5

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Camp Candles

From $22

There's Always More to Explore

The wilderness doesn't run on a schedule. Come when you're ready — there'll be a trail, a class, a story, or a cold drink waiting.

Plan Your Visit