Milcun Coarse
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Spent lots of time up there... that count? Tiriaq will chime in here soon... A great place, great edumacation, great shooting opportunities, lots and lots to learn there, many good memories. Lots of great people to meet, many excellent shooters. Life is short. Good on ya for doing this!
Go for it... life is short.
Cheers,
Barney
Go for it... life is short.
Cheers,
Barney
I've been going out to MilCun for a few years now. Couple of things based on my experiences.
1) Rifle/Scope/Caliber. If you don't have one already, ask about one of the course loaners. Once you take the course, you'll have a better idea of what you really need as opposed to what you think will be good. They'll explain the "why" behind their recommendations. You'll save yourself money in the long run if you tkae the course, then buy something based on what you've learned.
2) Gear.
Essential kit you absolutely will need: Bug spray. Bug spray out there's like fire wood. Think you have enough? Double it. Sunscreen. You'll spend a lot of time out in the sun. Rain gear. There's no such thing as bad weather, only un-prepared people. Camera. When you get out there, you'll know.
Should have. Electronic Hearing Protection. Safer than earplugs, in that they are better for protecting your hearing and you will be able to hear everything going on around you. Therefore they are safer for you and everyone else on the range. Paper and something to write with. Lots of notes to take, get contact info from the others on the course. Shooting mat. Something to keep you off the ground for your comfort.
You should get joining instructions with a recommended kit list. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM me.
Aaron Grubin
1) Rifle/Scope/Caliber. If you don't have one already, ask about one of the course loaners. Once you take the course, you'll have a better idea of what you really need as opposed to what you think will be good. They'll explain the "why" behind their recommendations. You'll save yourself money in the long run if you tkae the course, then buy something based on what you've learned.
2) Gear.
Essential kit you absolutely will need: Bug spray. Bug spray out there's like fire wood. Think you have enough? Double it. Sunscreen. You'll spend a lot of time out in the sun. Rain gear. There's no such thing as bad weather, only un-prepared people. Camera. When you get out there, you'll know.
Should have. Electronic Hearing Protection. Safer than earplugs, in that they are better for protecting your hearing and you will be able to hear everything going on around you. Therefore they are safer for you and everyone else on the range. Paper and something to write with. Lots of notes to take, get contact info from the others on the course. Shooting mat. Something to keep you off the ground for your comfort.
You should get joining instructions with a recommended kit list. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM me.
Aaron Grubin
shaolin555
CGN Regular
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- Southern Ontario
Haven't done that particular course but anything they have to offer is worth the money and more! A wealth of knowledge and just a blast to shoot out there, you wont be disappointed!
I certainly can't add anything to what agrubin has suggested.
If you don't already have a rifle and scope, it would be a good idea to use one of the loaners - which will be a confirmed shooter - and decide after the course what to get.
If you don't already have a rifle and scope, it would be a good idea to use one of the loaners - which will be a confirmed shooter - and decide after the course what to get.
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Gentlemen,
All reassuring confirmation on this being the right thing to do...
Just wondering if I can 'optimize' the experience by showing up on day one with rifle/scope/kit that will 'shorten the learning curve'.
I have access to a wide variety of calibers, scopes, etc., and would be ready to go with anything from a .223/ 6 Dasher/ .260Rem/.308Win, etc., as well as scopes, both first and second focal plane in a variety of reticles and magnification ranges.....
And once again, many thanks for the input provided......
All reassuring confirmation on this being the right thing to do...
Just wondering if I can 'optimize' the experience by showing up on day one with rifle/scope/kit that will 'shorten the learning curve'.
I have access to a wide variety of calibers, scopes, etc., and would be ready to go with anything from a .223/ 6 Dasher/ .260Rem/.308Win, etc., as well as scopes, both first and second focal plane in a variety of reticles and magnification ranges.....
And once again, many thanks for the input provided......
I've done PS 1&2, both times my rifle or scope "s**t the bed" Keith gave me a loaner. Don't worry about kit, Keith will sort ya out. One of the best courses I have taken. Good Luck.
For me it was about match ammo, .308 in particular. On my courses we used .308. If you have access to match ammo in any calibre then your G2G.
For me it was about match ammo, .308 in particular. On my courses we used .308. If you have access to match ammo in any calibre then your G2G.
