There’s much more to a fulfilling recreational shooting experience than just firing a gun. It’s about communing with nature, stepping out of the bustle of civilization and into America’s majestic wide-open spaces, its beautiful deserts and mountains. It’s about training, practice, and self-discipline when handling a sophisticated firearm. It’s about camaraderie, the power of trust and friendship with the people beside you, working together to achieve a common objective. And there is nothing like the internal calm and focus as you lean in, line up your target in the sight or scope, and prepare to pull the trigger.
Plus, it’s a lot of fun.
Each of these virtues is at the core of PrairieFire Nevada, a one-of-a-kind shooting experience located just outside of Las Vegas. Surrounded by magnificent mountain peaks and awe-inspiring desert, PrairieFire goes far beyond a typical outdoor firing range to offer unique Special Operations-inspired challenges for members and visitors.
Whether you’re part of an offsite work retreat or in town for a bachelorette party, PrairieFire will strengthen you individually and as a group, elevate the bonds between you, and push you to discover the leader inside of you.
The shooting experience of a lifetime awaits just outside of Las Vegas
By StoryStudio on May 31, 2024
“Here we help people find their passions and push themselves in ways they didn’t think they could. There are so many unique opportunities here, even beyond shooting activities to grow, find your inner strength, and empower yourself to reach new heights.”
One of these, Gunslinger Canyon, captures the nostalgic feel and adrenaline of the Wild West with pneumatic pop-up targets. Guests will run and gun their way through a desert canyon, making split decisions at every turn and testing their instincts all the way. Another challenge is the Gunslinger Sporting Clay Circuit, which can be operated at night (Afterall it’s Vegas!) with black lights and clays that glow in the dark, spraying like fireworks with each hit.
All of these challenges are conducted only after comprehensive training on your firearm, to ensure skill, safety, and accuracy. With PrairieFire’s world-class instructors, these challenges are accessible to shooters of every skill level on pistols, carbines, and rifles. There are also special Ladies Only and Youth Programs.
“We help you build a base of solid fundamentals,” says Barnes. “From there, with that base, you can go anywhere.”
Step into our dynamic training courses where every day unfolds in an adaptive learning environment tailored to meet your goals. Our mission? To provide the ultimate experience that will light a fire of hope in each of us.
Our expertly trained coaches adapt to your pace, ensuring you’re never over your head or trapped in a class beneath your ability. We provide a variety of unique and challenging courses while providing expert coaching throughout your journey. It’s meeting every customer on a personal level and providing opportunities for them to learn, grow and have fun! You will walk away from our courses with new physical skills – and you’ll also undergo personal growth.
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Rope & Rappel
Are you ready for the ultimate physical challenge? Get out of your comfort zone and go vertical on our high angle ropes environment. Bring your coworkers for team building, your family for quality time, or even your boy/girl scout troop for a unique experience.
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Gunslinger Sporting Clay Circuit
Test your reflexes on the most exciting and challenging one-of-a-kind clays experience. Our sporting clays range has been built by our talented range staff and targets have been set by our Shotgun Sports Manager, Jay Krug. Trap legend, Corey Howell, built this 18-station circuit exclusively for PrairieFire to seamlessly integrated into the natural landscape, so every part of this is designed to surprise and delight.
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Gunslinger 1-Mile Shot
A mile is a long way. Even on flat ground with a clear day you can’t see most things a mile away, much less a target about the size of a coaster.
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Gunslinger Canyon
Unlike anything else in the country, this exclusive PrairieFire challenge captures the nostalgic feel of the wild west and the adrenaline rush of legendary gunslingers. Run & gun your way through a real life desert canyon, making split second decisions at every twist and turn, and testing your instincts and accuracy as the action echoes through the valley. “Gunslinger Canyon” is an for sharpshooters and novices, alike.
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Gunslinger 5-Stand
The perfect introduction to shotgun sports, this condensed and gamified clays challenge can hold up to 5 shooters at a time. With a generous 15 trap array, shooters get 5 different targets each presented from a variety of placements perfectly integrated into the breathtaking natural landscape. Our 5-Stand is designed to push boundaries, redefine preconceptions and celebrate the art of shotgun shooting.
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Archery Ranges
Step into a world of archery adventure, where every shot is a journey through nature’s beauty. With a meticulously designed 14-stand walking course crafted in collaboration with NFAA, both field and hunter archers will find their perfect challenge.
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200 years of shooting experience
Set on 550 acres of clean and expansive desert, with views of cragged mountain ridgelines, and the echoes of gunshots bouncing through the distant canyons, the breathtaking topography of PrarieFire is worth the trip alone. After all, there aren’t many other places in the U.S. where you can shoot a mile.
But the true PrairieFire difference lies not in its geographic placement, but in its people.
The team at PrairieFire includes more than 200 years of combined competitive shooting experience. It starts at the top with Executive Chairman General (Ret.) Scott Miller, a West Point graduate and Airborne-Ranger with a decorated career that spanned more the 38 years. Gen. Miller received two Combat Infantryman Badges, two Purple Hearts, the Silver Star, and 20 Overseas Service Bars. Equally important were his efforts to integrate women into the U.S. Army Ranger School.
Gen. Miller is joined by CEO, Major General (Ret.) Mark O’Neal who has 33 years of combat leadership roles, including a distinguished tenure with the Army Special Operations Command. Chief Training Officer, Master Chief (Ret.) Hans Hansen spent 21 years in the U.S. Navy. And Barnes is not only a three-time U.S. Olympian biathlete, but she’s also a world and national shooting champion with more than 20 years of instructional experience.
This community of combined expertise has enabled PrairieFire to offer once-in-a-lifetime shooting experiences.
For instance, the Gunslinger Challenges which are about more than just hitting your targets. They are immersive challenges that ignite the spirit of teamwork, leadership, and steadfast trust — the foundation of the American idea.
More than a shooting range
The people and programs are at the heart of PrairieFire’s success. But the new ownership has also invested in the grounds and facilities.
First, they upgraded the range facility and resurfacing and revamping the 51 state-of-the-art shooting bays that are seamlessly integrated into the terrain. They’ve also changed out gravel for compacted dirt for a more comfortable daylong experience on foot.
In addition, ownership has announced the construction of a new state-of-the-art clubhouse, replete with two restaurants headed by Michelin-star chefs, a pro shop, a virtual-reality shooting facility, and other amenities.
All of this is built around the apolitical American idea that a group of individuals can come together, work as a team while improving their individual skills, and discover strength within themselves through inimitable shooting experiences.
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“The American Dream is all about working hard and something amazing coming out of that effort and dedication,” says Barnes. “We want to keep that dream, that fire, alive at PrairieFire. So take a chance, step out of your comfort zone, and I can guarantee one of the best days of shooting you’ve ever had in your life.”
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unique gunslinger challenge
Test your reflexes on the most exciting and challenging one-of-a-kind clays experience. Our sporting clays range has been built by our talented range staff and targets have been set by our Shotgun Sports Manager, Jay Krug. Trap legend, Corey Howell, built this 18-station circuit exclusively for PrairieFire to seamlessly integrated into the natural landscape, so every part of this is designed to surprise and delight.
is designed to surprise and delight.
-Lanny Barnes, three-time Olympian shooter and Chief Experience Officer at PrairieFire
“Here we help people find their passions and push themselves in ways they didn’t think they could. There are so many unique opportunities here, even beyond shooting activities to grow, find your inner strength, and empower yourself to reach new heights.”