OCT 16 - 18 Long Range 1

[TNKRTOAD]

Hey Guys,
I'm new to the forum and just completed the Long Range 1 course in NC this weekend and I have a few recommendations for people considering this course.
There is no reason for anyone that currently owns or is considering buying a Barrett Rife to not attend this course. The instructors are able to tailor their presentations so that long-time professional shooters and novices both enjoy themselves. (My father attended the course and is a Dentist with little to no experience and he enjoyed it)

Jay G. did an exceptional job explaining the basics of long range shooting to those of us who were needed a little extra instruction. And he offered insight and techniques to those more experienced shooters. Bill H. took us through the disassembly and re-assembly of the rifle offering tips and techniques to help us take care of our rifles. The facility is top notch, period. Enjoy the professional environment.

Be sure to dress appropriately and heed the advice that the website offers as far as equipment and clothing and you should have a good time.

Feel free to e-mail me with any questions you might have.

[jgilbertson]

I'd like to second the AAR on Long Range I at Blackwater posted above.

I've taken a number of long range rifle courses over the years, many of which were held at Storm Mountain in WV, a place I consider very high quality with regards to long range rifle skills. While I can't say I learned many new things shooting-wise (it is a Level I course after all folks), I can say that I learned a ton about the Barrett .50 rifles, all models of them. FWIW, I own a Model 95.

Shooting these big guns is a good deal different from shooting a .308. Jay did a great, if understated, job of keeping his comments to a minimum, but tailoring them specifically for each individual once he had figured out each persons' level of experience in long-range shooting.

As a bonus, Jay's also a funny guy. For you current and former military folks, Jay is apparently the "Jody" we all sang about while marching. I did not know that before; now I do...

Bill's experience on the actual guns themselves was phenomenal. We all really gained some wonderful insight into the background, development, performance, care, and feeding of these big boomers. His instruction alone was worth the price IMHO.

I'm really looking forward to taking Long Range II some time next year in New Mexico. What I'm not looking forward to is the travel costs and time involved, but they're aren't very many 2,000 yard + ranges in the country now are there?

Final comments are to prepare accordingly and bring what they recommend. A good data book, even blank, would be something I'd add to the list. You can find a good one here:
http://www.ustacticalsupply.com/sniperdatabooks-1.aspx

Any other questions, feel free to email me directly at jgilbert@nni.com

Regards,
Jeff Gilbertson