4-Day Advanced Precision Rifle Course
At Hat Creek we offer exceptional training for shooting enthusiasts looking to take their long range marksmanship skills to the next level. This course is an advanced course designed for shooters with prior long range experience who want to fine tune their skills and gain in-depth knowledge of precision shooting techniques.
In this comprehensive course, participants will experience hands-on instruction from seasoned experts, focusing on critical skills such as
- ▶Cross Canyon Engagements
- ▶Extended Long Range Calculations
- ▶Mountain Winds
- ▶Natural Terrain Utilization
- ▶Alterante Positions
- ▶Understanding High Angle
- ▶Advanced Internal & External Ballistics
- ▶Ballistic Solver/Kestrel Utilization
- ▶Rapid Engagement Techniques
- ▶Tripod Use & More
Equipment Needed
In this comprehensive course, participants will experience hands-on instruction from seasoned experts, focusing on critical skills such as
- ▶Precision rifle system (we recommend 6MM up to 338)
- ▶Scope with at least 10X magnification (we recommend a Milliradian scope)
- ▶Min 300 round of precision rifle ammo
- ▶Bipod, rifle sling, rear/support bag, and backpack
- ▶Data book or ballistic calculator
- ▶Tripod weather meter, laser range finder (optional)
- ▶There will be hiking so bring good boots
Get expert guidance on selecting the right gear, from rifles and optics to ammunition, tailored to your specific shooting needs.
Convenient on-site lodging and meals are included. Join us at Hat Creek for an education all in a supportive and safe environment. Whether you're a competitive shooter or a dedicated hobbyist, our Advanced Precision Rifle Course will elevate your shooting skills to the next level.
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Request TrainingHat Creek Precision Mountain Hunter
The Precision Mountain Hunter is a 4-day, hands-on course built to prepare you for real-world success in the backcountry. From setting up and truing your rifle to mastering stability in rugged shooting positions, you'll build the confidence to take ethical shots when it counts.
We'll guide you through rifle and ballistics fundamentals, gear selection, backcountry medical considerations, and game recovery — then put it all together in realistic, scenario-based field exercises.
Learn to shoot, move, and hunt with precision — in the most challenging terrain.
A comprehensive 4-day course in long-range precision marksmanship and backcountry hunting skills.
Rifle Setup & Ballistics Fundamentals
- ▶Rifle setup & verification: fit, torque, level, and accessories
- ▶Understanding your weapon system: rifle, optic, ammunition, and environmental factors
- ▶Fundamentals of internal, external, and terminal ballistics
- ▶Establishing an effective zero & trueing your rifle and data for long-range engagement
Shooting Positions & Equipment Utilization
- ▶Fundamentals of body position, stability, and natural point of aim
- ▶Recoil management & shot follow-through
- ▶Building stable shooting positions in challenging terrain
- ▶Maximizing the use of tripods, bipods, packs, and improvised rests in field conditions
Backcountry Preparation & Harvesting Ethics
- ▶Gear selection & pack-out strategies for multi-day hunts
- ▶Backcountry medical considerations & basic wilderness first aid
- ▶Field care of harvested game: shot placement, recovery, and meat preservation
Scenario-Based Field Exercises
- ▶Practical exercises: locating, ranging, and engaging targets in realistic hunting scenarios
- ▶Target identification & prioritization under field conditions
- ▶Decision-making under time pressure & environmental challenges
- ▶Final field test: integrating all skills into a simulated mountain hunt
2026 Training Availability
| Year 2026 | Month | Date | 5 Spots Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAN | 21-25 | 12:30 AM | |
| FEB | 21-25 | 12:30 AM | |
| MARCH | 21-25 | 12:30 AM | |
| APRIL | 21-25 | 12:30 AM | |
| MAY | 21-25 | 12:30 AM | |
| JUNE | 21-25 | 12:30 AM |
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