BUILT FOR
SAFETY.
BUILT FOR
COMMUNITY.
The Foley Range at the Farm is Baldwin County's only privately owned supervised shooting facility south of I-10 for the public — engineered, veteran-owned, and ready to serve.
THE FOLEY RANGE AT THE FARM
9515 County Road 65, Foley, Alabama 36535
ROSS THOMSEN
Ross Thomsen is the owner and driving force behind Foley Range, bringing a lifetime of discipline, leadership, and results-driven performance to the business. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Ross served honorably from 1995 to 1999, where he developed the core values of integrity, accountability, and mission-focused execution that continue to define his approach today.
Following his military service, Ross built a successful career spanning sales leadership, recruiting, and business development — including roles as Area Sales Manager with Capital One Auto Finance and Executive Recruiter working with C-level executives.
As owner of Foley Range, Ross is committed to creating a safe, professional, and community-focused environment for both recreational and training use. His vision is to establish Foley Range as a premier destination in the Gulf Coast region — one that emphasizes safety, education, and responsible firearm use while serving individuals, families, and professionals alike.
WHY BALDWIN COUNTY
NEEDS THE FOLEY RANGE
Engineered Safety
Over $115,000 invested in earthwork including a 280-foot-wide earthen berm and firing lines 20 feet below grade — engineered for absolute community safety.
The Only Range South of I-10
The Foley Range would be the only privately owned supervised shooting facility south of I-10 in Baldwin County for the public — serving a community where ~55% of adults own firearms.
Safer Than the Alternative
Without a supervised range, gun owners practice on unsupervised private property. A professional facility actively reduces community risk.
This facility is not merely a commercial venture; it is a vital community asset that the majority of voters in Baldwin County recognize as both a necessity and a benefit to public safety.
— CHRISTOPHER JACKSON, BALDWIN COUNTY RESIDENT
SIGN THE PETITION
Show the Baldwin County Commission that the community supports opening The Foley Range at the Farm — a safe, supervised, veteran-owned shooting facility south of I-10.
- rcrachel c.Summerdale, AL
- JBJeremy B.Elberta, Alabama
- BSBronson S.Gulf Shores, AL"The ability to train regularly with firearms is equally as important as your right to own a firearm. Keeping your skills sharp is crucial for safety, both in training and in the unlikely event a firearm is needed. Without a regular range within reasonable driving distance, many Foley and Gulf Shores residents are unlikely to train as necessary to maintain competency in safety and performance."
- JNJoni N.Foley, Alabama
- DSDakota S.Daphne, Alabama"I support my second amendment right as well as fellow veterans. We struggle a lot as civilians and very few of us make it. So we should always support each other "
- CBCarrie Jo B.Robertsdale, Alabama"I support the 2nd Amendment and a Veteran owned business. I believe that everyone should have a safe place to learn to shoot and a place to continue working on our shooting skills."
- RMRyan M.Foley, Alabama"I support the Foley range and Veteran owned small businesses."
- JFJoseph F.Gulf Shores, Alabama"I believe everyone who supports the 2nd Amendment should have a place to practice good gun safety and to become comfortable with the weapon they have."
- BSBud S.Foley, Alabama"Ranges down here are hard to find and careless people have made it impossible to find a decent place in the county"
- DRDaniel R.Summerdale, AL
ADD YOUR SIGNATURE
LETTERS OF SUPPORT
Baldwin County residents, voters, and community members speak out in support of The Foley Range at the Farm.
“This facility is not merely a commercial venture; it is a vital community asset that the majority of voters in Baldwin County recognize as both a necessity and a benefit to public safety.”
THE CAMPAIGN
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Safety-First Introduction
Did you know that Baldwin County is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country? With more residents and one of the highest rates of responsible gun ownership in the nation, our community needs a ...
Veteran Owned & Operated
Leadership matters when it comes to firearms safety. The Foley Range at the Farm is proudly owned and operated by Ross Thomsen, a disabled Marine Corps Veteran. Ross brings military discipline, rigoro...
The Alternative to Backyard Shooting
Where do gun owners go to practice when there is no local range? Too often, the answer is uncontained, unsupervised private property — a far greater risk to neighbors than any professionally managed f...
The Engineering Story
Some people ask: "Is it safe?" Here are the facts. The Foley Range at the Farm features a 280-foot-wide earthen berm for the pistol range, with the firing line positioned 20 feet below surrounding gr...
CAMPAIGN GRAPHICS
CAMPAIGN HASHTAGS
CONTACT THE COMMISSION
The Baldwin County Commission has the authority to approve The Foley Range at the Farm. Let your voice be heard — contact your commissioner directly and ask them to support this community asset.
Charles F. "Skip" Gruber
Commissioner — South Baldwin / Foley Area
Covers the Foley area — most directly relevant to The Foley Range
SEND EMAIL TO GRUBERBillie Jo Underwood
Commissioner — Central Baldwin County
Born and raised in Foley, AL — life-long Baldwin County resident
SEND EMAIL TO UNDERWOODJames E. "Jeb" Ball
Commission Chairman — North Baldwin County
Commission Chairman; oversees countywide policy decisions
Matthew P. McKenzie
Commission Vice-Chair — Eastern Shore
Commission Vice-Chair; represents the Eastern Shore communities
- • Be brief and respectful — one or two paragraphs is ideal.
- • Mention that you are a Baldwin County resident or voter.
- • Reference the range's safety engineering: $115,000+ in earthwork, 280-ft berm, supervised operation.
- • Note that it is veteran-owned and the only supervised facility south of I-10.
- • Ask them to support approval at the next Commission meeting.