Course 2027Practical Field Shooting & Horsemanship
Practical rifle work meets practical horsemanship. You’ll shoot from field positions at realistic distances, work through wind and terrain, and build familiarity with riding, handling, and managing a horse in hunting country.
LENGTH
3 Days
Location
Colorado
Next Dates
June 2027
$1,450
About this course
This three-day course combines practical rifle work with hands-on horsemanship. You’ll shoot from field positions at realistic distances, work through wind and terrain, and build familiarity with riding, handling, and managing a horse in hunting country.
The course is designed around learning by doing. Small groups and practical instruction build toward a final integrated field exercise that brings the shooting and horsemanship together.
Who it's for
Hunters preparing for backcountry, mountain, or horseback hunts
Shooters who want to move beyond the bench and work in real terrain
Anyone looking to combine practical rifle skills with basic horsemanship
Prerequisites
Safe rifle handling: You must be comfortable operating your rifle safely and independently
Horse experience: No extensive riding experience required. You should be comfortable around horses and physically able to ride at a walk
Physical readiness: Able to spend full days outdoors, move across uneven terrain, and participate in field exercises
What You'll LearnSkills covered in this course
01Field shooting positions and tripod use
02Wind, angles and range estimation
03Rifle and optic setup for the mountains
04Horse handling, saddling and packing
05Movement, glassing and observation
06Decision-making under time and fatigue
Schedule & DetailsWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Each day builds on the previous one, combining practical rifle work, field application, and horsemanship. Training will include a mix of instruction, hands-on practice, and time in the field, with the final day bringing the skills together in an integrated exercise.
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Course instruction, use of training areas, and access to horses and horsemanship instruction during the course. Additional course-specific equipment or services will be listed with each event.
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A reliable rifle and supporting equipment, appropriate ammunition, eye and ear protection, and clothing suitable for changing weather and full days outdoors. A complete packing and equipment list will be provided before the course.
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Courses are conducted in locations selected for access to varied terrain, shooting areas, and horsemanship opportunities. Exact location, lodging recommendations, and travel information will be provided for each scheduled course.
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Safety is part of every aspect of the course, including firearms, horses, movement, and field exercises. Participants are expected to follow instructor direction and demonstrate safe equipment handling throughout training.
Cancellation and transfer policies will be provided at registration. Course activities may be adjusted based on weather, terrain, safety considerations, or other conditions in the field.
EquipmentWhat to bring
01Rifle and optic: Bring the rifle and optic you normally use. We’ll confirm zero during the course.
02Ammunition: Bring quality ammunition appropriate for your rifle. Final round count will be provided before the course.
03Tripod, if you have one: Bring the tripod and support equipment you normally use. If you do not have one, that is okay.
04Optics and observation gear:
Binoculars, rangefinder, spotting scope, or other equipment you normally carry.
05Field clothing and footwear: Dress for changing weather, uneven terrain, and full days outside.
06Daypack and hydration: Bring the pack and hydration setup you would normally use in the field.
07Eye and ear protection
08Personal shooting gear: Bring the equipment you normally use: sling, bipod, shooting bags, Kestrel, ballistic solver, data book, or other field equipment.
Bring the equipment you normally use. The goal is to learn with your setup, understand what works, and identify what may need to change.
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