Michigan Shooting Centers is a premium, family-owned network of shooting facilities operating at Island Lake in Brighton and Bald Mountain in Lake Orion. Catering to everyone from absolute beginners and families to elite athletes and corporate groups, these public ranges democratize access to shooting sports. The standout feature is the facility's integration with the natural rolling hills, masterminded by champion owner Pat Lieske, which provides realistic, highly challenging "golf with a shotgun" target trajectories.
As a major hub for competitive shooting, the centers host over 40% of all registered NSCA targets in Michigan. The facilities regularly feature high-profile events such as the Lieske Signature Series, state championships, and various seasonal leagues like the Summer Sporting Clays and the Winter Heated 5-Stand League. Additionally, they accommodate over 50 corporate outings annually, offering package deals that include catering and complimentary side activities like axe throwing for large groups.
The infrastructure is heavily automated and designed for year-round operation. Key amenities include:
Sporting Clays: Three distinct courses per location (Red, White, Blue) equipped with a TargetKey automated counting and delay system that allows for solo shooting.
Various Disciplines: Four skeet and trap overlay fields, 5-Stand layouts with heated enclosures for winter, and outdoor rifle/pistol ranges at 25, 50, and 100 yards.
Cosmic Clays™: A patented, glow-in-the-dark night shooting experience running from November to February.
Premium Services: A 2,500 sq. ft. clubhouse, a high-end gun showroom, and a fleet of 4-seater golf carts.
The educational ecosystem at Michigan Shooting Centers is unparalleled, offering private, semi-private, and group clinics for all skill levels. The coaching staff is led by Pat Lieske, a 2014 NSCA National Champion, and his son Drew Lieske, a Collegiate National Champion, who employ analytical teaching methods like the low-gun technique. The facilities also heavily support youth development through the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP), prioritizing safety, discipline, and character-building over a "win at all costs" mentality.
The centers' strategic zoning ensures a comfortable and safe environment for diverse groups:
Beginners & Families: Benefit from easy courses, premium low-recoil rental shotguns (Beretta and Benelli), and strict, comprehensive safety protocols.
Competitive Athletes: Enjoy monthly course resets and tournament-grade FITASC target presentations.
Corporate Groups: Utilize efficient shotgun-start formats and dedicated spaces for team building and networking.
The economic model emphasizes accessibility and customer loyalty. Standard shotgun rentals are $25 for semi-automatics and $40 for over/unders. Golf carts cost $10 for members and $16 for non-members. Corporate packages start at $45 per person for 50 targets, while leagues and special events like Cosmic Clays™ offer discounted rates for VIP members.
