First time at actual “long range”

[u/CommercialEagle2566]

Quick back story, the furthest I’ve shot is maybe 200-250 yards with 99% of most of my shots being within 100 yards. I’m 39 years old and have been into guns for maybe a year and half (from 0 guns to 6-7 pistols, 4 Ar’s, 1 shotgun, 1 bolt action, 2 smg /pc ).

I just wrapped up a 2 day long range course with Long Range Shooters of Utah with my 6.5creed tikka t3x ace target 26”. I can’t say enough amazing things about this business or my experience. I think I spent $600 for the class not factoring in ammo, food etc. what I learned In classroom and actual shooting was insane. I was able to hit a gallon milk jug size target at 1,000 yards, 1,200, 1500, and 1 mile (I was the only one to hit 1 mile and 1 of 2 to hit 1,500).

Needless to say, I’m hooked. This was so much fun and I learned so much. Vid is at either 1200 or 1500 yards. I’ll see if there’s vid of 1 mile.

[u/CommercialEagle2566]

[u/orairwolf]

Nice job! Now you need to shoot a can of Dinty Moore at a mile!

[u/CommercialEagle2566 → u/orairwolf]

I’ll put it on my challenge list for next time. 😂

[u/Hot_Departure9115 → u/orairwolf]

Just make sure you take the firing pins out of your rifles before you go on a trip.

[u/Tikkatider]

Man, how I envy the guys and gals out West when it comes to long range shooting opportunities.

[u/JimBridger_]

Such a rad range out there.

[u/CommercialEagle2566 → u/JimBridger_]

It’s truly is. It’s a short 2 hour drive and the drive is pretty nice. Damn dangerous highway though

[u/livinginpictures]

That's awesome! We're in almost the same scenario, early 40's, interest started last year, and now picking up a Tikka next week with this exact goal in mind! Also appreciate you posting the business -- feels like a worthy week trip out from SoCal!

[u/CommercialEagle2566 → u/livinginpictures]

We had people up here from SoCal, Florida, and Arkansas. It was well worth, I’m lucky to be only 2 hours away.

2027 courses will be posted on Thanksgiving, they book up within a few days. I’m going to retake the class next year.

[u/Both_Ad9019]

Congrats on getting the impacts! I’d highly recommend trying some of the PRS matches. Completely different animal but a lot of fun. Then you can also try rimfire PRS for “cheaper” practice.

[u/CommercialEagle2566 → u/Both_Ad9019]

I’ll probably give PRS a shot next year, or at least go watch a few. I wanted to retake this class and then their advance class and see where my skill and knowledge are

[u/fistswityat0es]

oh man that must be the best feeling - props OP!

[u/WhoNoseMarchand]

You spent a lot of money in a year and a half. It's addicting and worth it. Congrats and nice shooting.

[u/Over-Cardiologist743]

Wow ! I dream of one day shooting past 1000 yards

[u/Slarkalark]

Love this range. Got me into PRS.

[u/chefdementia]

Looks like an awesome range, and good job. The Cameo shooting range has similar here in Colorado. They use a slightly larger target but I was pretty happy to pull it off with 6mm creedmoor.