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Rifle Skills: Precision Hunter Course (Adults)

Name: Rifle Skills: Precision Hunter Course (Adults)
Start: 02/28/2026 09:15 AM
End: 02/28/2026 04:00 PM

This is a one-day training course designed for hunters who want to shoot farther when conditions and skill allow. This course emphasizes ethical shot execution and practical field positions with mid-to-long range targets. Students will learn how to identify their personal maximum effective range, read wind in natural terrain and make sound decisions in realistic conditions.

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Build accurate data to 700 yards
Shoot effectively from prone, seated, and improvised field positions
Read wind using natural indicators (mirage, terrain, vegetation)
Make conservative, ethical shot decisions at extended range
Define a personal maximum effective hunting distance

This course is skills-based, not pass/fail. Each student receives:

Individual performance feedback and recommended training focus areas
Guidance for continued practice and next steps
Data card for student’s personal rifle.

What To Bring

Equipment

Hunting rifle capable of ~1 MOA**
Scope with exposed turrets*
Bipod or pack-based front support*
Hunting Backpack
Rear support (Shooting Bag) *
Rangefinder*
60-100 rounds of hunting or hunting-equivalent ammunition*
Eye and ear protection*
Ballistic app or data card
Kestrel weather meter (optional)
Shooting mat (optional)*
Tripod (optional)*

*These items can be provided by ODFW but may be shared for the class. It is highly recommended that students use their own equipment for best experience.

**A combination of ODFW firearms and personal firearms is allowed. Personal firearms require personal ammunition. ODFW cannot provide ammunition for personal firearms.

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Event Sessions

Feb 28

Sat · 9:15 AM

Central Oregon Shooting Sports Association (COSSA)

27050 U.S. 20

BEND, OR 97701

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Event Requirements

Target Audience
- Dedicated rifle hunters seeking training and confidence beyond 200 yards.
- “Next Step” for ODFW Basic Rifle Skills Class attendees.
- Shooters seeking precision training with modern equipment.
This course is NOT for:
- First time shooters
- Tactical or combat-focused training
- Speed shooting or competition-specific training

• Min Age: 18
• Max Age: 99

Event Lead Contact Information

Andy Hamilton, andy.k.hamilton@odfw.oregon.gov, (503) 602-2665

Event Details

Dates02/28/2026 09:15 AM - 02/28/2026 04:00 PM

LocationBEND, OR

Cost

All Ages:

$100.00

Spots Available

10 Total Seats, age 18-99

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