OSG Course 2027

PRACTICAL FIELD SHOOTING – OSG Open Enrollment Course

Build skill. Put it to work. Train with Obsidian Spear Group in a three-day course built around real-world scenarios and practical rifle shooting. Learn by doing as you work through shooting positions, changing distances, wind, and terrain. Put your equipment and skills to use in conditions that reflect what you’ll encounter in the field.

LENGTH

3 Days

Location

Dilley, TX

Next Dates

January 29-31, 2027

$1,350

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About this course

This three-day Obsidian Spear Group course taught by Grove Scarborough and Paul Frantz builds practical rifle skills through real-world scenarios. You’ll shoot from varied field positions, work through wind and changing distances, and use tripods, terrain, and available supports to build stable shooting positions.

Learn by doing. Put instruction straight into practice with your own equipment, then bring those skills together in field exercises that challenge you to assess conditions, solve problems, and make sound shooting decisions.

Who it's for

Hunters preparing to apply their rifle skills in the field.

Shooters who want to move beyond the bench and work through realistic scenarios.

Civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel seeking practical field shooting experience.

Prerequisites

Safe rifle handling: Comfortable operating your rifle safely and independently.

Basic rifle familiarity: Familiar with your rifle and optic and able to apply basic shooting fundamentals.

Physical readiness: Able to spend full days outdoors, move across uneven terrain, and work from different shooting positions.

What You'll Learn

Skills covered in this course

01

Rifle and optic setup for field use

02

Field shooting positions and tripod use

03

Wind reading and range estimation

04

Observation, spotting, and shooter communication

05

Using terrain and available supports

06

Applying skills in realistic shooting scenarios

Schedule & Details

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Each day builds on the previous one, combining practical rifle work and field application. Training includes instruction, hands-on practice, and realistic scenarios, with the final day bringing the skills together in a practical field exercise.

  • Course instruction, use of training areas, and guided field exercises with instructor feedback throughout. Additional course-specific equipment or services will be listed with each event.

  • 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.

  • Courses are conducted at locations selected for varied shooting positions, terrain, and practical field exercises. Exact location, lodging options, and travel information will be provided for each scheduled course.

  • Safety is part of every aspect of the course, including firearms handling, 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.

Equipment

What to bring

01

Rifle and optic: Bring the rifle and optic you normally use. We’ll confirm zero during the course.

02

Ammunition: Bring quality ammunition appropriate for your rifle. The final round count will be provided before the course.

03

Clothing and daily essentials: Bring a daypack, sturdy footwear, layers and rain gear, plus water, lunch, and snacks for full days outdoors.

04

Optics and shooting supports: Bring binoculars, a rangefinder, tripod, bipod, shooting bags, and a sling if they are part of your usual setup.

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