If you’re looking for an activity that’s fun, social, scenic, and completely different from the usual mountain experience, this is it. Book your Sporting Clays Experience at Bair Ranch and take aim at something unforgettable.

Take aim and experience one of the most unique outdoor activities near Glenwood Springs and Vail with our guided sporting clays experience at historic Bair Ranch. Perched high above Glenwood Canyon on a private, working ranch, this isn’t just a shooting range—it’s a scenic, interactive experience where wide-open views, fresh mountain air, and the sound of clays breaking echo across the landscape.

From your first shot to your last, our team is there to make sure you feel comfortable, confident, and safe.

• Full safety briefing before you begin
• Hands-on instruction tailored to your skill level
• Encouragement and coaching throughout the experience

Sporting clays is as much about the shared experience as it is about the shooting.

• Take turns at each station
• Cheer each other on
• Track scores and add a competitive edge
• Celebrate the hits (and laugh at the near misses)

It’s a natural fit for:

Families with older kids

• Groups of friends
• Bachelor/bachelorette parties
• Corporate outings and team-building experiences

Test your skills, then treat yourself with the perfect Colorado combo: an exhilarating sporting clays session followed by a hearty Cowboy Cookout at historic Bair Ranch. Start your adventure by taking aim at flying clay targets in our scenic mountain-side range, guided by friendly instructors who’ll have beginners hitting the mark in no time. After you’ve crushed some clays, head down to the cookout for a casual Cowboy Cookout at the historic Bair Ranch, nestled in the scenic Glenwood Canyon, Colorado.

Enjoy a relaxed Western-style BBQ at historic Bair Ranch in Glenwood Canyon, just 15 minutes east of Glenwood Springs and 30 minutes west of Vail and Beaver Creek. This unique Colorado dining experience combines great food, scenic canyon views, and a laid-back outdoor atmosphere. Our Cowboy Cookout features a casual BBQ menu including BBQ Chicken, Ranch House Burgers, a Farmhouse Veggie Burger, Caesar salad, cowboy potato salad, corn on the cob, and dessert perfect for families, groups, and travelers exploring the Rockies.

BYOB is welcome ,we provide cups, ice, and bottle openers so you can relax and enjoy the evening.

After a day of rafting, hiking, or exploring Vail, Beaver Creek, or Glenwood Springs, this is the perfect way to unwind. The Cowboy Cookout is a casual outdoor BBQ dinner, not a formal dining experience designed to be fun, social, and approachable.

Guests enjoy a meal in a shared, relaxed setting surrounded by Colorado’s iconic canyon landscape. Whether you’re pairing dinner with a horseback ride, off-road tour, sporting clays, or simply looking for a memorable evening activity near Vail or Glenwood Springs, this experience delivers.

For a different kind of mountain adrenaline our Signature Series Sporting Clays experience near Vail and Beaver Creek is set high above the Colorado River at our historic Bair Ranch location in Glenwood Canyon, this private, guided clay-shooting adventure pairs classic Western sport with some of the most dramatic scenery in the state. You’ll shoot on exclusive ranch terrain with sweeping canyon views, a dedicated instructor, and a pace tailored entirely to your group.

Our Signature Sporting Clays experience is for guests who want the best version of the day, private, seamless, and personally hosted. Your instructor focuses on safety, confidence, and fun from the first shot to the last, adjusting target presentations and coaching to match your comfort level. Whether it’s your first time holding a shotgun or you’re a seasoned shooter, this is sporting clays in Colorado done the premium way: unrushed, supportive, and built around your people.
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Unlike a busy public range, Bair Ranch is a real, family-operated working ranch quiet, authentic, and far from the crowds. The result is a refined outdoor experience that feels both adventurous and effortless: clean mountain air, big-sky views, and the satisfying rhythm of learning a timeless sport in a truly unforgettable place.

We include a tasteful assortment of gourmet snacks and Colorado-crafted refreshments, with optional celebratory beverages available for guests who want them. It’s a small touch that makes your day feel even more personal and even more memorable.