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THE HUNT

Learn/refine fundamentals of hunting North American big game, with a focus on Mule Deer sized animals.

WHAT YOU ARE GOING TO DO IN THE CLASS

This class is built for those wanting to learn or refine the fundamentals of hunting North American big game, with a focus on Mule Deer sized animals. This course takes a comprehensive look at all aspects of hunting from personal gear choices, appropriate firearms, strategies in locating your game, and caring for your harvest after the shot.


The class includes a pre-dinner tasting of at least four different types of regional big game species. After the tasting you will enjoy a dinner prepared from the hunter's harvest. A meal rooted in simplicity, fresh ingredients, and comfort.


The Hunt will deliver the most realistic hunting experience possible. As such, it is a physically demanding class that will include: many hours under actual field conditions, hiking 2-3 miles in mountainous terrain, stalking game, and shooting in actual backcountry settings, all while learning and using the field positions necessary to make a clean shot in uneven terrain.


Your rifle selection should be centered around a standard hunting rifle for the taking of an animal in the 150-250 pound range. A bolt action rifle is preferred, in .24 to .30 caliber, non-magnum [ranges will be out to 350 yards], mounted with a variable mid-range scope would be ideal for this class. Target or tactical rifles are not recommended.


If you are unsure or have a special caliber request, please ask.


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MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR THIS CLASS


  • Quality rifle/scope/sling combo capable of hitting an 8” target at 350 yards
  • Good physical condition
  • Sturdy footwear for hiking in mountainous wooded terrain
  • Backpack/Daypack to carry your supplies in the field [water food, etc]
  • Binoculars
  • Weather appropriate clothing

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE CLASS

Rifle with sling

4-6 Magazines or more

Eyes (one set of clear)

Ears

Knees

Elbows

Hat with brim

Magazine pouch

Range bag

Sunscreen

Rain gear

Solid footwear

Note taking material

Cleaning Gear

Special Tools-torx, hex, etc.

Manual for firearm, optic, etc.

Ammunition Requirements: 160 rounds of hunting ammunition – NO GREEN TIPS, MAGNUMS, TRACERS.

NO STEEL CORE, .338s, OR ZIP GUNS

As a friendly reminder when traveling with suppressors and SBRs…in case you get pulled over etc. You are required to have the appropriate documentation with you.

All Tuitions for Courses and Tutorials are to be paid in full at the time of registration.

Please be sure of the class you want. There are NO REFUNDS and NO TRANSFERS.

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

CLINT SMITH

Clint Smith, President, and Director of Thunder Ranch® is a Marine Corps veteran of two infantry and Combined Action Platoon tours in Vietnam. His experience includes seven years as a police officer during which he served as head of the Firearms Training Division as well as being a S.W.A.T. member and precision rifleman.


He left law enforcement to serve as Operations Officer for the American Pistol Institute where he was Dean of instruction and was instrumental in range and curriculum development for A.P

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

CLINT SMITH

Clint Smith, President, and Director of Thunder Ranch® is a Marine Corps veteran of two infantry and Combined Action Platoon tours in Vietnam. His experience includes seven years as a police officer during which he served as head of the Firearms Training Division as well as being a S.W.A.T. member and precision rifleman.


He left law enforcement to serve as Operations Officer for the American Pistol Institute where he was Dean of instruction and was instrumental in range and curriculum development for A.P


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