2023 NRL Hunter Match Schedule

[nobody]

See if you can find a Hunter 1 match close that you can attend. While the stages aren't blind, they're set up to mimic what you encounter at a Hunter match when it comes to finding the targets. It will at least give you some sort of an idea of what's going to happen at the match. Range finding binoculars are a must. I tried binoculars and range finder and it took way too much time. Tripod with a bag and plate are nice.

Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk

Thanks for the heads up, looks like there's one in Price (Utah) this summer, my guess is it will roughly coincide with the Hunter match they have in mid-June. But I'm not seeing one close to me prior to that. Guess it'll be baptism-by-fire this March at the one in Vernal.

 

[Justin Crossley]

I just signed up for the MDT Hunter Challenge at 161 Wyer Rd, Arbuckle, CA 95912.

Hope to see a bunch of Roksliders there!

 

[kharb22]

Thanks for the heads up, looks like there's one in Price (Utah) this summer, my guess is it will roughly coincide with the Hunter match they have in mid-June. But I'm not seeing one close to me prior to that. Guess it'll be baptism-by-fire this March at the one in Vernal.

If they have another in Idaho, I'll send you a PM. Not sure if it'll make it before your first match though.

Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk

 

[nobody]

If they have another in Idaho, I'll send you a PM. Not sure if it'll make it before your first match though.

Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk

Heck yeah, much appreciated! It won’t be a big deal to me if it’s after, my first year all I’m worried about is improving and having fun. I’m sure I’ll get embarrassed and humbled very fast, but even if I miss every target all year it’s better practice than punching paper.

 

[Justin Crossley]

These matches are the perfect place to test FFP vs. SFP, MOA vs. MIL, and holdover vs. dialing as it all relates to HUNTING.

With all the discussions and opinions about the best system for long-range, I expect I'll see a lot of Roksliders at these matches testing their theories. I've learned a ton from shooting a couple of these matches myself and look forward to refining my skills this year.

Come out and shoot one to see what works best for YOU.

 

[willfrye027]

Hoping to shoot the one in Benge WA during may!

 

[Justin Crossley]

Hoping to shoot the one in Benge WA during may!

I'll be there as well! Sean does a very authentic hunting match.

 

[willfrye027]

I'll be there as well! Sean does a very authentic hunting match.

Awesome! I’ll be in Spokane seeing the in-laws and sneaking away for the match

 

[Firestone]

Hopefully the CTR I traded two rifles in on last week works well enough to allow me to hit a target or two!

Any advice for a newbie from the veterans?

The ctr will be perfect. A range finder that gives you dope will really help, i would recommend range finding binos but wouldn't buy them just for these matches. I used a sig kilo 8k and my 10x42 swaros last year and never timed out, did just fine. I also recommend getting a stable tripod and learn how to use it for a rear support, I used it more for a rear support then I used my shooting bag. Taller bipods would be better then short ones, you have to shoot over tall grass and through tree limbs a lot. I had the harris 9-13 and they worked for 70 percent of the stages, the other 30 percent I was wanting more. Lots of guys have the mdt triple pull and it looks like the best option, but it's also 1000 bucks. I shot with a guy that placed top 3 in all three matches he went to and he was using the harris 13-27. The harris is only 130 bucks and it definitely didn't hold him back. I am gonna by the harris before I shoot another one, It's easier for me to justify 130 bucks hahah. I would bet there is some sort of club level prs shoots near you, I would recommend looking into that for practice. Bring the ctr and have fun. I would also recommend mounting a full length arca rail on the ctr. There is factory mounting points to make it all legal for factory class

 

[Justin Crossley]

I would recommend using an arm band dope card and marking each target dope with a grease pencil. It saves just a few seconds per target vs writing the dopes displayed in the rangefinder.

I only do that because there can be multiple targets. For real hunting I just dial directly from the info displayed in my rangefinder.

 

[Firestone]

I would recommend using an arm band dope card and marking each target dope with a grease pencil. It saves just a few seconds per target vs writing the dopes displayed in the rangefinder.

I only do that because there can be multiple targets. For real hunting I just dial directly from the info displayed in my rangefinder.

Yep exactly, I ended getting a cheap quarterback play card off amazon, and a roll of blue painters tape. Then I would use a black sharpie with a clicker and write my dope on fresh painters tape. Next stage replace the tape.

 

[Seeknelk]

Yep exactly, I ended getting a cheap quarterback play card off amazon, and a roll of blue painters tape. Then I would use a black sharpie with a clicker and write my dope on fresh painters tape. Next stage replace the tape.

I guess I'm trying to follow this.
Do you mean , you just want somewhere quick to range each target on that station and write it down and THEN gett to setting up and shooting each one off that dope card.
- so pre range all the targets, then go to shooting vs find one , range dial shoot, then find next , range ,dial shoot...?

 

[Justin Crossley]

I print a full dope card and put it in an armband with a clear cover.

At the stage I find all the targets and just put a tick mark next to the dope for each target on the stage with a grease pen.

Shoot all the targets and then wipe the grease marks off before the start of the next stage.

 

[Jimbee]

.....so you go to a station, range 3 targets and then shoot under a time limit? Can someone walk me through a station? Do you range before time starts, how much time? I thought about going to the Iowa event last year but it seemed a bit intimidating.

 

[Justin Crossley]

.....so you go to a station, range 3 targets and then shoot under a time limit? Can someone walk me through a station? Do you range before time starts, how much time? I thought about going to the Iowa event last year but it seemed a bit intimidating.

This is what a stage is like for those who don't know. Everything is done on a four-minute timer.

Each stage consists of "four targets" which could be actually four targets from one position, two targets from two positions, or one target from four positions.

• Walk up to blind staging area, rifle in hand, all gear stowed in pack.
• On go, you walk/run a short distance to bring the field of fire into view.
• Stop at the shooting area and begin glassing to find from one to four targets.
• Range the target/targets and determine your shooting solution.
• Get into position and shoot up to two shots at each of the four targets/postions.
• You move on to the next target/position if you hit on your first shot or shoot two shots. So, you shoot between four to eight shots, depending on hits/misses.
• Clean up your gear and walk to the next stage to repeat.

Ranges are about 100 yards to 1000 yards which is great since it forces you to practice farther than most people will actually shoot at big game.

 

[RadDad]

How does someone (a novice) get started in a comp like this? I’m close to the Arbuckle comp so I’ll definitely come check it out. Aside from that, no clue what step 1 would be?? Clubs?

-RadDad

 

[Jimbee]

This is what a stage is like for those who don't know. Everything is done on a four-minute timer.

Each stage consists of "four targets" which could be actually four targets from one position, two targets from two positions, or one target from four positions.

Walk up to blind staging area, rifle in hand, all gear stowed in pack.
On go, you walk/run a short distance to bring the field of fire into view.
Stop at the shooting area and begin glassing to find from one to four targets.
Range the target/targets and determine your shooting solution.
Get into position and shoot up to two shots at each of the four targets/postions. You move on to the next target/position if you hit on your first shot or shoot two shots. So, you shoot between four to eight shots, depending on hits/misses.
Clean up your gear and walk to the next stage to repeat.
Ranges are about 100 yards to 1000 yards which is great since it forces you to practice farther than most people will actually shoot at big game.

Thanks, sounds fun!

 

[Firestone]

I guess I'm trying to follow this.
Do you mean , you just want somewhere quick to range each target on that station and write it down and THEN gett to setting up and shooting each one off that dope card.
- so pre range all the targets, then go to shooting vs find one , range dial shoot, then find next , range ,dial shoot...?

I do it kind of like justin. I have a hard copy of my dope card on the bottom side(just for back up) but on top i write the dope for each target on some painters tape. Range all targets, then engage.

 

[Jimbee]

What's with the power factor? My 6mmGT wouldn't work. I have a tikka 6.5 ctr but I don't think it would qualify for factory because I had the barrel cut shorter and threaded. Maybe an opportunity to buy another unless I can find a factory CTR barrel.

 

[parshal]

How does someone (a novice) get started in a comp like this? I’m close to the Arbuckle comp so I’ll definitely come check it out. Aside from that, no clue what step 1 would be?? Clubs?

-RadDad

Best thing to do is go to a match and shoot skills division unless you have someone to teach you the ropes first. Skills division allows the RO or other competitors help you find targets and get a good shooting position. The game is mostly about good positions and figuring out what position will let you see all the targets.

Many times you’ll go print to shot four targets only to discover you can’t see one from prone. It you can shoot kneeling in a tripod that doesn’t become much of a problem.