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.
Just an awesome course overall! Very approachable for a beginner like me. Class material made interesting not tedious. Plenty of hands on practice. I didn’t have the gear and ended up renting a rifle. Only high end builds here folks. You can tell Jim has a real passion for the sport. With his experience and that of his team, there’s no question they can’t answer. Entire class hit at 1000 yards by the end! That’s effective teaching! Heck of a skill to gain at this price!!
An excellent class covering the entire spectrum of distance shooting. Jim does a great job of covering a lot of information but delivering it in a way that makes sense. He has the ability to explain complex things in terms that are understandable and that translate into results. The range portion of the course is where everything comes together. Jim, his wife and his entire team are top tier and more importantly fantastic people. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to master long-range shooting in all conditions.
Excellent class. Instructors were very knowledgeable and experienced. Also, they went above and beyond to assist you when you needed help.
Had a great time! Met lots of super good folks and saw old friends. The shoot was challenging enough to really make you think and pay attention to your surroundings/environmentals while also getting enough hits to keep your confidence up. Definitely will plan on going next year!
An excellent introductory course that covered everything from the proper set up needed for a precision rifle, to the science involved in long range target engagements and hands on time at the range to put the lessons into practice. The class room portion was clear and at a level that all could understand. Instructor to student ratio allowed plenty of time for thorough questions and answers. Overall, the lessons learned during this class will be very beneficial for upcoming hunts and work related applications.
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