Gunwerks Ruck N Shoot Challenge Course
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Gunwerks Ruck N Shoot Challenge Course
Long Range University Overview
Long Range University exists for the specific purpose of helping you make quick ethical one shot kills in the field. The core of our content is contained in our L1, L2, and L3 classes which utilize a building block approach to provide education and training in every factor which impacts your lethal hit probability. Interwoven throughout all three classes is a training strategy which will improve your ability to function under pressure and significantly extend the range and conditions under which you can take an ethical shot. At Long Range University you will learn to recognize when the conditions are not suitable to ensure a lethal hit.
Experience Overview
Want to test your shooting skills, your physical fitness, and your equipment in the most realistic mountain shooting scenarios available? Want to score yourself and see how you compare to the database of shooters who have completed this course? The Gunwerks Ruck and Shoot Challenge is the ultimate venue to test and improve skills critical for mountain hunting. There are 15 shooting stations spread out over a marked 3.3-mile course with 1,000 feet of elevation gain. Each station will test your ability to find and range an animal target, build a stable shooting position, make a good wind call, shoot on angles and achieve a first-round impact. Target ranges vary from 350 to 800 yards.
For those not so keen on testing their physical fitness we also have a "Ride and Shoot" option. If you choose this option you will hike and carry your equipment short distances between stations, but we will give you a ride between clusters of stations and up the majority of the 1000 feet of elevation gain that separates the lower and upper portions of the course. With this option expect to hike and carry your equipment a total of 1.25 miles with approximately 200 feet of elevation gain.
Not sure if you are capable of the 3.3 mile hike? No problem, if you change your mind partway through, we'll give you a ride.
If you're not feeling competitive and just want to shoot the course for the experience, you can do that too.
Are you self-taught and have never attended Long Range University or any formal training before? Did you assemble your own long-range shooting system? No problem; this challenge is open to anyone. Regardless of your previous training or skill level you will leave with a better understanding of your ability to make an ethical shot in the field because at the end of the day, that is what matters.
Itinerary
Day 1
- Meet in Cody, Safety Brief
- Caravan to Sheep Mountain,
- Scored 100 yard Cold Bore shot (option to adjust zero if necessary)
- Rotate through stations
- Distribute Lunch (Eat during down time between stations no scheduled lunch break)
- Debrief once everyone has completed all stations
Location
Sheep Mountain Range
Cody, Wyoming
Our Sheep Mountain Training facility is located approximately 30 minutes West of Cody in the Absaroka Mountains. Nestled in the heart of the Absaroka Mountains the rugged terrain offers breathtaking views of Buffalo Bill Reservoir and combined with the unpredictable weather patterns in the area, make for a realistic and challenging training environment. This location offers significant mountain wind conditions, steep terrain, practical shooting platforms, and extreme long range target opportunities. We've been training long range hunting for over 15 years and this is one of our favorite field shooting ranges! Sheep Mountain is the ultimate location to prep for your next mountain hunt. If your course requires access to the upper platforms, we use Jeep 4X4 vehicles to transport people and equipment to the ultra-rugged shooting stations. For most of the courses and competitions we hold at this location, we prefer the students to use their equipment as an opportunity to gain confidence while stress testing personal gear. The Jeeps are setup with bed caps and truck vaults to safely store your equipment while traveling. Some courses will be based solely on the lower deck. Students will be allowed to drive their vehicles to the site. We hope you enjoy shooting the Sheep Mountain Range as much as we do!
Gear
Required (Bring as much equipment as you like however you will have to carry what you bring. Even the Ride and Shoot Option requires you to hike approximately 1 mile total with a couple hundred feet of elevation gain.)
- Zeroed Long Range Rifle System. Minimum caliber 6 mm, Maximum 300 Ultramag to avoid destroying the targets. All makes and models are welcome. (The first station is a scored 100 yard cold bore shot. After this shot you can adjust and confrim your zero if necessary)
- 60 rounds of ammunition (You will be scored on the first two shots at each station (30 rounds total) however you are welcome to shoot a couple additional unscored shots for your training value.
- Laser Rangefinder and means of getting your long range ballistic data
- Binoculars for locating targets
- Wind meter
- Bipod and rear bag for prone shots
- Shooting tripod for non prone shots
- Hearing and eye protection
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Weather appropriate clothing - June can be cold and rainy, July and Aug are usually hot and sunny (80 degrees) however there is always a chance of thundershowers.
- Backpack to carry your equipment along with the provided equipment
Provided (You will be partnered up with another shooter, rotate spotting duties and calling hits and misses for each other, and keeping score for each other.)
- Revic Spotting Scope and Tripod
- Clipboard with score sheets and stop watch
- Compass to assist in locating targets
Travel
Lodging:
Your destination City is Cody, Wyoming. We recommend early booking for Cody Lodging. As a primary corridor for Yellowstone Park Tourism, summertime hotels book up early!
We recommend the following hotels and campgrounds:
$$$ The Cody - (307) 587-5915
$$$ Best Western Premier Ivy Inn & Suites - (307) 587-2572
$$ The Holiday Inn - (307) 587-3654
$ Cody Legacy Inn and Suites - (307) 587-6472
$ KOA Campground - (307) 587-2369
$$$ The Chamberlin Inn For a 15% discount book online and use the promo code GUNWERKS
Travel Description:
If you plan to travel by commercial airlines please note the drive time to return to the airport on the final day of your class. Class will go until 4:00PM.
Commercial Arrival:
Yellowstone Regional Airport (YRA) in Cody, WY
Phone: 307-587-5096
Approximately 45 min from range (Burlington,WY)
Private Jet Arrival:
FBO - Choice Aviation Cody, WY
Phone: 307-587-6292
Approximately 45 min from range (Burlington,WY)
Alternate Commercial Arrival:
Billings Logan International Airport (BIL)
Phone: 406-247-8609
Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes from the range (Burlington, WY)
Car Rentals:
Please make car rental plans with your flight arrangements, Gunwerks does not offer transportation to and from the facility for the course. Our shooting facility is in Burlington, Wyoming. Plan on a daily 45 minute drive from your Cody hotel.
Policies
General Policies
- All applicants for our training courses must be US citizens not legally barred from possessing firearms. For non-US citizens, call us directly (307) 296-7300.
- All event attendees must complete our liability and media waiver.
Student Cancellation
Training/Competition:
If you cancel a training registration more than sixty (60) days prior to the earliest event date, your deposit will be refunded in full. If you cancel a training registration less than sixty (60) days but more than thirty (30) days prior to the earliest event date, you can rebook the training or competition for an available alternate date. If you cancel a training registration less than thirty (30) days prior to the earliest event date, all payments toward the class are forfeited and non-refundable.
Gunwerks Class Cancellation:
In rare circumstances, Gunwerks may need to cancel a class. If this occurs, you will be notified as soon as possible and given the option of either a full refund or a move to another course of the same value. Gunwerks reserves the right to change or amend these policies at any time.
Deposit/Final Payment Schedule
- A deposit is required for reservation.
- Balance due 30 days prior to a training or competition event to maintain your reservation - don't worry, we'll remind you when it's time!