EVERY MAN
FACES A CHOICE.
Fireside forges men through faith, tactical training, and unbreakable brotherhood. This isn't a men's group. It's a proving ground for men ready to lead with courage and live with purpose.
The Battle Every
Man Faces.
The world demands everything from you and offers nothing back.
Pressure to provide. Pressure to lead. Pressure to hold it all together. And most men carry it alone.
The Enemy IsolationPassivityComparisonDrift
You were built for more. Not to drift. Not to hide. To stand in strength, in faith, with brothers beside you.
Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.
Ephesians 6:10-11
Four Pillars. One Mission.
Every element of Fireside is engineered to develop the complete man. Spiritually grounded. Physically capable. Relationally connected.
Deepen Faith
Ground yourself in biblical truth. Every event begins and ends with spiritual formation that builds resilience from the inside out.
Forge Brotherhood
Build bonds of accountability with men who fight beside you. No masks. No performance. Real connection forged under pressure.
Tactical Mastery
Train with discipline, precision, and composure under pressure. Learn to move, shoot, and lead with confidence and control.
Rekindle Purpose
Leave every event sharper, steadier, and stronger. Ready to lead your family and community with clarity and conviction.
The Season Is Set
Five gatherings. One brotherhood. Fall is in the books. Registration is open now for Winter, the Hog Hunt, Spring, and the Season Finale. Every man on the hunt qualifies with a Fireside captain first. Spots are limited.
FALL FIRESIDE
Thank you to every man who stood at the fire.
WINTER FIRESIDE
HOG HUNT
SPRING FIRESIDE
SEASON FINALE
Range by Day,
Fire by Night.
From the first safety brief to the last round fired, every moment is engineered for transformation.
- Day · The Range
- 8 - 9 AMCheck-In & Gear Prep
- 9 - 9:30 AMSafety Briefing
- 9:30 - 12 PMTactical Range Training
- 12 - 1 PMLunch & Brotherhood Discussion
- 1 - 4 PMAdvanced Drills & Qualification
- 4 - 5 PMDebrief & Transition
- Night · The Fire
- 5 - 6 PMDinner
- 6 - 9 PMThe Fire, Until 9
Range days run on this clock. The Hog Hunt keeps its own, sent to registered men.
Location
Okeechobee Shooting Sports, 7055 48th St NE, Okeechobee, FL 34972. Outdoor tactical range with shade areas, tables, and chairs. Range Safety Officers and Fireside Coaches present at all times.
What's Provided
- Bottled water, lunch, and dinner
- Your event T-shirt
- Targets and range instruction
- Coaches at every level
- Range Safety Officers on every line
- The big fire and the Word at night
What to Bring
- Hat, pants, closed-toe shoes, and sunscreen
- Eye and ear protection
- Your firearm, 9mm preferred
- Ammunition, 200-400 rounds depending on level
- Gun belt, pistol holster, and magazine holders
- A beach chair for the bonfire
No firearm? You can rent one at the venue or share with a friend.
Earn Your Rank.
Four ranks. One standard. A Fireside captain signs off on every step, at the range, in front of your brothers.
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Start Here Level 01Rank 01RecruitSafety & FundamentalsMen new to handgun training, or still building safe handling and the fundamentals.
- Pistol (holster optional)
- 200 Rounds of Pistol Ammunition
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Level 02Rank 02DefenderAccuracy Under PressureMen with safe, confident handling and solid fundamentals, from Fireside or prior training.
- Pistol + OWB Holster
- 3+ Magazines, 2+ Mag Holders
- Range or Duty Belt
- 250-300 Rounds of Ammunition
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Level 03Rank 03GuardianMovement Under StressMen who shoot accurately and consistently, with clean reloads and draws. Ready for movement and the clock.
- Pistol + OWB Holster
- 3+ Magazines, 2+ Mag Holders
- Belt or Rig Built for Movement
- 300-350 Rounds of Ammunition
- Optional: Knee Pads, Gloves
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Level 04Rank 04CommanderMastery & LeadershipExperienced pistol and rifle shooters, accurate on the move and under time. Ready to lead.
- Pistol and Rifle With Sling
- 3+ Magazines Per Platform
- 2+ Mag Holders Per Platform
- Range Belt or Chest Rig
- 200 Pistol + 200 Rifle Rounds
Men. Transformed.
Fireside is one of my favorite events to go to. Great men. Very safe. And every time I go, I learn something important about myself.
I had an amazing experience going to Fireside for the first time. It was an all day event learning practical tactical everyday skills that could very well one day come in handy in this crazy time we are living in.
I highly recommend anyone who wants to grow closer to God, is seeking brotherhood, and wants to learn safe and effective gun handling to attend a Fireside event. You will leave with a fresh perspective and feel rejuvenated.
As good as it gets for leveling up your skills with your firearms and leveling up your skill, confidence and determination as a husband, father, and especially as a man in today's culture. Third Fireside for me and it was the best one yet.
This ministry has given me so much. Not only do I enjoy the tactical training, but getting to be around other men of God and sharing our faith has been the greatest part.
The level of spiritual growth as well as instructor-led firearm training I received was on a level I have never experienced in my life. I left feeling more confident.
The absolute best men's ministry I have ever known. A ministry for every man to truly level up.
Fireside is such a great group of Godly men walking together and leading other men to Jesus.
To level up as a warrior, protector, and provider, and connect closer to God with a brotherhood, this is the best place to be.
The Standard We Live By.
Six lines. One standard. The words a man of Fireside holds himself to on the range, at the fire, and at home.
- I "I am a man of Fireside."
- II "I can admit my mistakes and will learn from them, so that I can lift others up and be lifted up."
- III "I will stand for the Lord, to do good works every day, in every area of my life."
- IV "I will stand up and lead myself, my family, and my brothers in honor, respect, and righteousness."
- V "I will encourage other men to take action for God, to do the next loving thing, and leave this world a better place."
- VI "I will stand for the Lord and stand for my brothers."
The Legacy of
Keith Gibbs.
A forged warrior whose life was a living testament to brotherhood, faith, and standing for what is righteous and true.
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes."
Ephesians 6:10-11Keith Gibbs was not a man who stood still. He faced his own battles but chose to Stand for the Lord and Stand for his brothers. His life was a living testament to Ephesians 6:10, inspiring men to put on the full armor of God and fight for what is righteous and true.
Keith saw the battle in every man's heart. A longing for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue. He was a sentinel for the Fireside vision, and his teachings inspired hundreds of men to build their own ministries and bands of brothers.
The week before his passing, a group of brothers had the opportunity to pray with Keith. He texted back: "I was moved with emotion, overwhelmed by the prayers of faith from the men of God I call my brothers. I receive healing in Jesus' name and I will believe and not doubt."
In that short message, Keith summed up his legacy. Every word from Keith was one of encouragement, strength, endearment, and God's love. He affirmed men, challenged them, and helped them open their eyes to God's truth.
His legacy is not in the words he spoke, but in the men he called to action. It lives on in every man who chooses to STAND, lead with honor, and stand for his brothers.
Love in Brotherhood,
Your Fireside Brothers
Stay Connected.
Stay Sharpened.
The brotherhood extends beyond our physical gatherings. Fireside Online is the virtual bonfire where we gather between events to sharpen each other and hold each other accountable.
Authentic Brotherhood
A private space for genuine connection without the pressure to perform.
Accountability
Men who will challenge you and encourage you to do the next right thing.
Ongoing Encouragement
Daily wisdom, support, and focused discussion channels for faith and tactical skill.
Common
Questions.
Everything you need to know before your first event.
Ready to Take
Your Stand?
Stop drifting. Get focused. Stand for something greater. Your moment is now.