MEET THE TEAM
ANDY THIELEN
Owner & President
Mike and Andy got their first taste of handguns in their young teens when they miraculously got a hold of a 357 and went to work on their fathers prized apple trees. 40 years later they’re proud to offer one of the finest indoor shooting ranges around, providing a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience to enjoy handguns.
MIKE THIELEN
Owner
Mike and Andy got their first taste of handguns in their young teens when they miraculously got a hold of a 357 and went to work on their fathers prized apple trees. 40 years later they’re proud to offer one of the finest indoor shooting ranges around, providing a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience to enjoy handguns.
JAKE MERCER
Manager
Jake’s passion for firearms began at a young age as his father comes from law enforcement. He enjoys the outdoors, hunting, and exercising.
But his absolute favorite thing is food, there's nothing that puts a bigger smile on his face than a Sunny day, a couple tacos, and a cold beer.
When Jake is not managing the club, he offers personal 1on1 lessons, that have taken students from beginners to skilled, confident shooters.
ADRIAN VROLYKS
Range Safety Officer
Adrian is an Army Veteran, and retired Deputy Sheriff from Monterey County California. While at the Sheriffs Office, Adrian served as a firearms instructor, SWAT Sniper, and tactical training officer. After retiring from the Sheriffs Office, Adrian took up a business of custom coatings on firearms. He moved up from California to the Olympia area December 2022, and is excited to join our team here at Glacier Gun Club. He will be getting his FFL soon to be able to expand his business of custom coatings, and will happily be serving members here at GGC with their needs.
SONYA THIELEN
Concierge
Sonya has been helping to man the front of house for us here at GGC on and off for the last 10 years, helping out over summer and Christmas breaks prior to moving home from college in Arizona. Some of Sonya's favorite memories are those of coming down to the range with her family and having a good night of shooting and fun. All of her knowledge regarding firearms, business, and sports, Sonya accredits to her father and owner of GGC, Andy. Sonya is an involved member of our esteemed Womens League, and has claimed a 1st place trophy in years past.
JASON PEARL
Range Safety Officer
Long time collector, aficionado of all things firearm, and professional smart-ass. Bring your firearms questions and try to stump the oracle. If he doesn't know the answer, he'll make one up for you.