$350.00
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Get ready to unleash your inner marksman in the ultimate test of skill, precision, and adventure—welcome to The Hunters Challenge! Picture this: you’re deep in the rugged, wind-swept hills of rural Nevada, where the wild terrain becomes your battlefield. This isn’t just any shooting comp—it’s a heart-pounding, adrenaline-fueled showdown that mimics the thrill of a real hunt, pushing you to your limits with your trusty hunting rifle in hand!
Strap on your hunting pack, grab your range finder, bipod, and all the gear you’d take into the backcountry—because here, it’s all about authenticity. You’ll tackle four epic stages, firing a total of 36 rounds against silhouette targets with steel plates at their vitals, at unpredictable, varied distances. The clock is ticking, the wind is whispering secrets (or howling challenges), and every shot counts as you dial in your dope and squeeze the trigger. Miss? That’s the hunt talking—adapt or get left in the dust!
But hold on, thrill-seekers—the real rush hits at one of those stages with the bonus target lurking beyond 1,000 yards! That’s right, a long-range beast that dares you to prove your mastery over gravity, wind, and sheer distance. Nail it, and you’re a legend; whiff it, and it’s fuel for the next round of glory.
Whether you’re a seasoned hunter chasing bragging rights or a sharp-shooter hungry for that next-level rush, The Hunters Challenge is where legends are forged under the Nevada sun. Gear up, lock and load—adventure awaits! Who’s ready to claim the crown?
3D Target and Silhouettes
May 17th
Challenge fee is $350 with lunch included
Limited to 40 competitors- 10 Shooters per squad
Challenge limited to 30 Cal and under
4 Stages/ Total of 36 rounds or less
Location for meetup will be at the 260 Day Ln., Smith Valley NV 89430 at 0800
0830-safety brief
0845- zero confirmation
0900 Start
1400-1500 Estimated completion
This is challenge will simulate a variety of hunting conditions. Bring what you would hunt with!
What to bring (Suggested)
Eye and ear protection
Shooting Sticks
Backpack
Any cleaning equipment or tools needed for your rifle
Shooting bags
Range finders
Weather meters
Sunscreen/ hot weather clothing
A minimum of 40 rounds for your rifle
Bipods
We will have additional food and water and soft drinks available for purchase on location. There is
nothing nearby to buy things once you are on location.
There will be a prize table with an assortment of great products/items from big names in our industry. Every shooter will go home with something.
Companies Involved in the Prize Table: Dark Storm Industries, Proof Research Barrel, Accutac Bipods, 5.11 Tactical, PWS, Mystery Ranch and much more
Jim Erwin – Jim is a veteran of the U.S. Special Operations Forces, including service in the 2nd Ranger Battalion (75th Ranger Regiment) where he received the Distinguished Honor Graduate of the U.S. Army Sniper Course, as well as services as a 1st SFOD-D (Delta) Operator.
Mike Douglas – A self taught long range shooter with over a decade of experience in all aspects of long distance and extreme long distance shooting on a variety of platforms.
Dave Adams – Specializes in Kestrel ballistics, environmentals & wind calling. Dave is also a self taught long range shooter on a variety of platforms.
Jim Erwin aka the Kraken is a top Instructor. Very informative, high energy and a laugh a minute, while imparting the information to the class. He made a dry subject matter interesting and made sure everyone got all the information needed. He was also able to answer any question thrown at Him. Out on the range his lifetime of gun experience was quite evident. He was able to help each shooter to learn proper shooting techniques out on the range. So by the end of the day He answered all our questions, taught us to shoot properly and made it a fun day. It was like hanging out with a super-gun-knowledgeable friend.
You cannot go wrong picking Jim Erwin as your Instructor.
My daughter and I, got our CCW with Jim a few months ago (highly recommended) and now I’ve just wrapped up a 2-hr private lesson to help me become more comfortable with my pistol (the lesson was a gift from my daughter). I’m new to pistols, so I needed someone to walk me through the basics. Jim went step-by-step through everything from loading, proper stance, safety, aiming, and firing, to storing my pistol. Jim is a great instructor, patient, easy to learn from, and he really, really, really knows his stuff! His bio may seem a bit intimidating if you’re new to shooting, but he is a natural at teaching and was able to help me feel comfortable with my pistol and the basics during our lesson.
My husband and I are new to target shooting. Friends highly recommended Jim Erwin. Although we were a little anxious, we felt very comfortable as soon as we arrived. The long day went very fast. We learned so much and laughed often. We had doubts we could pass the CCW test but Jim made it easy. By the way, we are in our mid 70’s. So if you are thinking about a CCW or (like us) just getting educated in the law and acquiring shooting skills, do not hesitate. Thank you Jim.
I really enjoyed the class.
Great instructor made the class fun and informative.
I was nervous about taking the ccw class but Jim and his wife made it totally relaxed. He made it lighthearted and enjoyable and easy to understand. He has excellent knowledge and is very patient with each person in the class. I’ve already recommended it to a few friends. So grateful I took this class. Not only is it affordable but truly a great instructor with a lot of knowledge and experience. Having his sweet wife there on the range encouraging us as we shot really helped calm my nerves. I’d highly recommend this class.
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