I have been to the range many times; try to plan your visit when they are not busy--weekends and…read morebefore or after the hunting season. Things purchased at the range tend to be expensive but you are paying for the convenience. Go and have fun!

I came here and learned to shoot with Mike Marelli, and it was truly one of the best experiences…read moreI've had in a long time. I'm so grateful for it! Before we even started, Mike assessed which eye was dominant (something I had never known before) and explained why that mattered. Even though I'm a "lefty" when it comes to writing, he let me choose which side felt right to shoot from. I realized I do a lot of things like a "righty" anyway, so I trusted his advice and went with my right, and it worked out perfectly. Mike came fully prepared with everything: extra eye protection (I had lost my sunglasses somewhere in my car ), ear plugs, multiple guns suited to different comfort levels, and even a shoulder pad. I'd gone shooting once back in college and remembered it being fun but painful. This time? Zero pain, just pure fun What stood out most to me was how knowledgeable and passionate Mike is. This clearly isn't just a job for him, it's something he genuinely loves and takes pride in sharing. I only signed up for the lesson to try something new, not expecting to fall in love with shooting or want to return. But by the end, I absolutely wanted to come back (and hope to when I can afford it again!). I also really appreciated Mike's character. When I mentioned hunting, he explained that he shoots for sport, not to harm animals, and even told me he feeds local deer and rescues animals. That says a lot about who he is. The actual shooting lesson was such a cool progression. I started with orange disks on the ground, then moved to two at a time, then to flying targets launched from small machines on the ground and towers. By the end, I was hitting pairs -- first one flying straight back, then another soaring high into the sky. Each step came with clear guidance before each shot, encouragement afterward, and tips to improve or stay consistent. What really made the experience special was Mike's energy. Every time I hit a target, he got just as excited as I did. When I started missing a tougher one, he kept saying, "Trust me, I know you're going to get it." His confidence in me built my confidence, and that encouragement pushed me not to settle for "fun defeat" but to actually improve and excel. I even walked away with some transferable life lessons about committing to goals, applying feedback, following through, focusing, and staying self-aware. All in all, I can't recommend this experience enough. If you've ever thought about trying shooting, or just want to learn something new with a patient, passionate, and encouraging instructor, Mike Marelli is the one to learn from.

Love this spot all the workers and staff are friendly and very professional! Great outdoor range!!read more

The guy at the entrance is a asshole. Not recommand. We want to enter the shooting range and he…read morewant us to pay $25/person. And I asked him do you have a coach and he yelled at us let us leave. Shitplace and will never come again

I like the range. Staff are friendly and range is clean. I did head down today as the hours on Yelp…read morestate they are open until 7pm. When I arrived at 4:40 the hours have changed with painters tape and new close times. Please update this on Yelp. I drove from Port Jefferson only to find out the place was closing in 20 minutes when I arrived. I didn't go in as all ranges I have gone to in the past only assign a lane if you arrive at leaast an hour prior to their close time.

I enjoy this range so much. I am a 73 yr old woman, and I just started shooting not even a year…read moreago. All of the guys are supportive, and helpful. They make Me feel right at home when I'm there, and I would highly recommend this range to anyone. I am sure You won't be disappointed.

I had a great time at the long range course held in Lewistown PA. The instructors are knowledgeable…read moreand helpful to both less experienced and advanced shooters. Everything was safe and well run. This was my second class with Renaissance and I will plan to join them again.

My wife and I just took the NRA Basics for Shotgun course and had a really awesome time. Both…read moreinstructors were both very knowledgeable and patient which is important. The made the class at the range fun and then getting to practice shooting clays with them was great! I look forward to taking more classes with Renaissance and highly recommend the shotgun course! 5/5 stars

Super fun sporting clays spot! Haven't ventured into Skeet…read moreyet (in time!) If you haven't been to a skeet/trap/clays spot before, there are stations set up, with a short walk between each. Each location has a different launch pattern and surrounding woods. Unlike a rifle range, there is no cease-fire, no running for paper targets and no real cleanup (other than just dropping your spent shells into a barrel at each station. You can rent a shotgun at the office and shells are available for purchase, as well. Prices are reasonable, and the gentlemen in the office know what they're talking about.

I came here with a friend and did some skeet shooting while visiting NY. My friend is very…read moreexperienced in the sport and has all the different types of equipment, and he thought it'd be fun for me to try. I have never done it before and I was looking forward to trying it out. I am not sure how much it cost to do the shoot since my friend paid for everything, including the time for the rental and the ammo, but I am sure it was not cheap. My friend gave me some basic safety instructions and tips for shooting and off I went. I saw him go at first. He hardly miss any targets. It's a lot difficult than it looks. The gun is not heavy, but it's difficult to hold it steady and move along with the target. You tell the staff with the trigger when you want the skeet be released in the air before you try to hit it. You got to have good timing and aim to hit the target. I went about half an hour before I hit my first target, and that felt great. This is a nice place to do this sport. The shop on location got everything, including gun rentals, ammo, gears, and equipments it is a well run facility and the staff seemed organized and professional.

We had a Great Time! The staff was SUPER helpful! Especially for a Mom taking her son for the 1st…read moretime. It was a perfect Mom & Son Day! The prices were very affordable! Half the prices of rentals at other locations! We can't wait to plan another Day together!

I always wanted to fire a hand gun. It was something I wanted to try for a long time so I finally…read morelocated a shooting range nearby. When you pull up the building looks small. I thought "how can you shoot in such a tiny building?" When you walk in you see it goes straight down to a bigger area and then it makes scenes. You also see that there are to guess there, with personalities bigger then life. I understand how you can think that the owner, Charle, could come off as harsh. He's actually a really cool guy. I went and explained to him that I wanted to shoot and he asked for my gun permit. I told him I didn't have one and he replied I needed one to fire a hand gun. Charle then took the time to explain what steps I need to obtain a permit and what the questions are like. He even gave me a time frame about how long that will take. He allowed my to hold a rifle while I posed for my "Walking dead" closeup and I was on my way. I will get my permit. It will be exciting to shoot a hand gun. Also if zombies do start to roam the Earth I will increase my rate of survival with this necessary training.

"I can't recommend Benson's Gun Shop enough. From the moment you walk in, the staff makes you feel…read morewelcome, whether you're a seasoned shooter or a first-time buyer. Their support throughout the purchasing process was top-notch--they took the time to answer every question without making me feel rushed. The service is truly excellent; they are knowledgeable, patient, and clearly care about matching you with the right equipment rather than just making a sale. If you want a shop that treats you like a person and not just a transaction, this is the place to go." I purchased several guns and plan on purchasing several more!

Stumbled in here on a trip to visit some friends and I'm so happy I did…read more Benson's offers 2 of the most important things when purchasing or shopping for firearms. 1. Selection, you can see and feel your options which helps lead to making the right decision. 2. An educated staff. They're able to answer the tough questions and once again assist in making the best decision for your purchase. It's a no frills store, no gimmicks, no nonsense. Top notch selection and staff, 5 stars all the way!

Awesome place...very professional and helpful...I had to do a gun transfer ..my uncle passed away…read moreand left me his little 380 colt...they made it very easy. And had the ammo I wanted in store ..I'm retired law enforcement and love how this business is run.

I just finished the third and final CCW module today, and I have nothing but positive things to say…read moreabout Baits & Barrels and their staff. Although I was familiar with firearms and shooting before this class, I learned so much and feel more than safely equipped as a CCW permit holder. The entire staff at B&B was exceptional in their instruction, and I'm looking forward to becoming a regular in the shop and at their range. Anyone on the fence about buying firearms here or taking a class- do it, you'll be glad you did.