Old 10 Defense and Bang ‘n’ Go Grand Opening
The facility opens to the public Aug. 14, completing a vision started by Justin Boersma and carried forward through family effort and community support
DICKINSON — Old 10 Defense and Bang ‘n’ Go will open to the public Friday, Aug. 14, offering tours, food, coffee and supervised shooting demonstrations as part of a grand opening that completes a project rooted in a family vision. The event will run from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m., and visitors will be able to meet staff, explore the facility and learn about the range’s capabilities.
The businesses share a building on Old Highway 10, where a drive‑through window sits on the exterior and the interior features mounted game, centerpieces made with pheasant feathers and sunflowers, leather furniture, woodwork and elevated windows designed to provide natural light while maintaining privacy. The layout reflects a practical, comfortable gathering space with easy access from the highway.
Old 10 Defense, established in 2025, is a two‑lane tactical indoor shooting range built for first‑time shooters, experienced firearm owners, law enforcement officers and people seeking advanced training. The range supports both live fire and dry‑fire laser practice and is rated for pistols and rifles. A range master will be on site during the opening to answer questions and guide visitors through the equipment and safety procedures, including the option to fire supervised rounds.
Bang ‘n’ Go, located in the east end of the building, will serve specialty roasted coffee, handmade bagels, empanadas, energy drinks and other menu items throughout the day. Gavin Boersma, who led the project, said he wants people to feel welcome even if they have no interest in shooting. He said visitors can come in, order something to eat or drink, find a place to sit and stay as long as they like.
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Boersma said he hopes the building becomes a third space for Dickinson, a place that is not home and not work but somewhere people can slow down. He said the seating, natural light and open layout were chosen to help people feel comfortable. The back room will be available to rent for meetings, birthdays, training sessions and private gatherings.
Safety and responsible firearm ownership are central to the mission of Old 10 Defense. Boersma said he wants new shooters to feel comfortable asking questions and learning without intimidation, while giving experienced shooters and professionals a place to continue developing their skills. He also hopes to build a working relationship with the Dickinson Police Department and other law enforcement to make the range available for officer training. He said he wants the relationship to be based on communication, safety and mutual support.
The project began with Boersma’s uncle, Justin, who had envisioned a facility but left behind only a few sketches and notes. Gavin said Justin’s ideas provided direction, but the details required many decisions, problem solving and coordination. He said he tried to honor Justin’s aspirations while also making choices that would help the business succeed and serve the community.
Boersma said the project would not have been possible without extensive family support. Relatives helped finish the exterior and stepped in whenever needed, and he said their involvement kept the project moving. Community members, contractors and local businesses also followed the progress, offered encouragement and expressed interest in the opening. He said the support has been significant and that many people understand the meaning behind completing something Justin hoped to build.
He described the opening as both exciting and bittersweet. He said Justin should be here to see it, and there were many moments when he wished he could ask his uncle what he thought or show him how the project was coming together. Boersma said he is proud of what was created from the ideas Justin left behind and that seeing the doors open means seeing Justin’s unfinished work come to life.
Boersma said he hopes Old 10 Defense becomes known as a safe and welcoming place for responsible firearm ownership and that Bang ‘n’ Go becomes a third space where people can take a break from the pace of everyday life. He said he wants people to leave feeling lighter than when they arrived and to see the care that went into the building, which began with Justin’s aspirations and grew through family support and determination.
Old 10 Defense and Bang ‘n’ Go will celebrate their grand opening from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at 3634 Interstate 94 Business Loop E in Dickinson.
Bang N Go will offer 50 percent off all drinks during the event and will serve specialty coffee, handmade bagels, empanadas, energy drinks and other menu items.
Regular hours are 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
The $10 Cowboy, a signature drink, includes a $3 donation from each sale to a local community outreach effort in honor of Justin Boersma.
