Intro to Long Range Shooting Class June

We will cover basic ballistics, wind reading, range estimation, target engagements to 1000 yards Students that complete the course will have a basic proficiency in firearm safety, marksmanship fundamentals, a combined knowledge of their personal capabilities with their equipment and systematic training methods for future progression. We will start with a 1 hr. class and finish the day shooting at Ares Training and Range at 100, 400, 600 and 800 yards.

Equipment Needed:

• Long Range Semi Auto or Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

• 60 Rounds of Ammo

• Shooting Rest, Bag or Bipod/Monopod

• 1-2 Magazines if applicable

• Eye and Hearing Protection

• Water, Snack

• Notepads/Pencils

Key Topics Covered:

• Safety

• Equipment selection and care

• Building your position, basic fundamentals of marksmanship, trigger control, recoil management

• Employing the milliradian reticule for range estimation

• Understanding MOA and milliradian adjustments

• Introduction to internal and external ballistics

• Data gathering out to 1000 yards