Pat Goodale Practical Firearm Training

Hunting/Precision Rifle Course – (24 Hours, 300 Rounds)

Pat Goodale Practical Firearm Training (PFT)

Yellowstone Rifle Club – Billings, MT

September 25-27, 2009

PFT will be offering a three day courses for hunters, which is essentially field courses adapted from Precision Rifle specifically for centerfire rifle hunters. This course provides a thorough exposure to precision/hunting rifle use, beginning with fundamentals of safety, manipulation, rifle theory, marksmanship, zeroing, firing positions, and field shooting. Most shooting is at reasonable distances (25-250 yards), however long range (300-600 yards) shooting is taught and expected. The course stresses fast but accurate shooting from field-expedient positions (snap shooting, kneeling, sitting, and prone positions) both offhand and slung, or while using bipods / shooting sticks, and from improvised rests including isometric body positions, backpacks, and trees or other steady improvised rests. The course includes introduction to ballistics and ammunition, range and wind estimation, achieving a good zero, and other material specifically relevant to the rifle hunter.

Class size must be a minimum of 8 shooters and a maximum of 12 shooters.

A scoped precision rifle or hunting rifle capable of reasonable accuracy is required; 3″ group at 100 yards maximum.

Cost: $450 ($150 per 8 hour training day, 3 day course)

http://www.pgpft.com/Default.htm

Pat Goodale: 406.690.3263 (mobile/Blackberry)

Email: pgoodale@pgpft.com

Rifle Course: Equipment Recommendations

* Suitable rifle with sling or carry strap (bipod optional). [Note: Some rifles are available for rent in limited numbers by prior arrangement. The cost is generally $50 per day. Call for more information.]
* Ammunition, 300 to 350+ rounds
* Magazine carriers / ammunition belt, pouch, or butt-cuff
* Three magazines are recommended for detachable magazine type rifles
* Light Pack or Range Bag
* Cleaning Kit
* Eye and Ear Protection (Both tinted and clear lenses are useful)
* Clothing suitable for the weather
* Rugged shoes or boots
* Cap with a brim
* Lunch / Drinks / Snacks
* Binoculars (optional, but useful) or spotting scope
* Notebook / Data Book for shot recording
* Optional comfort items (rain gear, camera, sunscreen, knee/elbow pads, etc.)