HERO Center & Shooting Range
HERO Center operates the public shooting range in Cottage Grove, owned and operated jointly by the cities of Cottage Grove and Woodbury. It's not just a place to shoot—they run structured courses and training programs alongside their public range access. The range is open to the public Saturday and ...
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HERO Center operates the public shooting range in Cottage Grove, owned and operated jointly by the cities of Cottage Grove and Woodbury. It's not just a place to shoot—they run structured courses and training programs alongside their public range access.
The range is open to the public Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Weekday shooting is by reservation only. Active/retired law enforcement, military, and veterans get a $5/hour discount with proper ID.
Range Waiver: Must be completed annually before shooting.
All courses use certified instructors only.
Intro to Handguns — $99.99 For new shooters and firearms owners. Includes instructor-led shooting on the live range and in their shooting simulator.
MN Permit to Carry (BCA Approved) — $99.99 Four-hour course that includes range use, targets, eye/ear protection, certificate, and student manual. Ammunition available onsite (subject to availability).
DNR Firearm Safety Field Day — $7.50 For youth who've completed the DNR Hunter Course online program.
Beyond firearms, HERO offers American Heart Association certified training:
- •Basic Life Support & STOP THE BLEED — $75.00 (eCard provided)
- •Naloxone Training — FREE with kit included
The naloxone program is open to anyone—no medical training required. Covers overdose recognition, naloxone administration, and Minnesota's legal framework allowing any community member to carry and use naloxone.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 10125 85th Street S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016 |
| Weekday Hours | 8 am–4:30 pm (reservation only) |
| Weekend Range Hours | 10 am–5 pm (open to public) |
| Contact | 651-458-2811 |
HERO provides current information on which out-of-state permits are recognized in Minnesota under MN BCA guidelines. Recognition varies by state—some require enhanced permits or have restrictions. They maintain the current list on their website.
Fire Restrictions Active
Check current conditions before visiting. Smoking and open flames may be prohibited.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Eye and ear protection required
- •Certified instruction required for courses
- •Range waiver must be completed annually
- •Weekday range use by reservation only
- •Weekend public range hours: Saturday-Sunday 10 am - 5 pm only
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