Videos tagged with Hunting Practice

This YouTube video tests the real-world sound projection of turkey calls, specifically pot calls and mouth calls, at distances ranging from 25 to 100 yards. Set in the Appalachian mountains, the video aims to provide a practical, easily replicable distance test for both beginner and experienced turkey hunters. It explores how call volume, direction, and terrain influence sound perception for gobblers at a distance, offering insights into why a hunter's perceived call quality might differ from what a bird hears. The content encourages viewers to conduct their own distance tests and emphasizes practical tips for improving turkey calling effectiveness during spring turkey season.

This episode discusses how NRL Hunter matches serve as a valuable training venue for hunters by simulating real-world scenarios. The format emphasizes finding hidden targets, managing gear under time pressure, and making accurate shots in dynamic conditions, directly translating to improved hunting skills. The discussion highlights the importance of skills beyond just ballistics, such as wind calls, position building, and equipment management, all honed through competitive participation.

This video showcases a hunting practice drill utilizing a moving target system called MotoShot, featuring a bobcat target. The description highlights this as a realistic training method for students. The drill involves shooting at the bobcat as it moves through a wooded environment, simulating a hunting scenario.

This video advocates for 'acceptable accuracy' over extreme precision, especially for hunting scenarios. Instructor Ryan Cleckner, a veteran sniper and instructor, emphasizes practicing with realistic field positions and accepting a degree of reticle movement within the target's kill zone. He introduces a drill using a six-inch steel plate at 100 yards from various positions to build practical shooting skills.

This video explores off-season activities for hunters, focusing on maintaining connection with the hunting environment and honing skills. Jeff from Desert Tech emphasizes the importance of staying active in the field, even when hunting seasons are closed. Activities include scouting, observing game, practicing shooting in similar conditions to hunting scenarios, and maintaining physical fitness to be ready when the season opens.

This guide, presented by Jim Harmer of Backfire, details the proper use of a hand clay pigeon thrower. It covers loading, grip, throwing mechanics emphasizing the wrist snap, and advanced techniques like 'donut' throws and doubles. The instruction highlights the importance of safety and the thrower's utility for realistic hunting practice due to its unpredictable target presentation.

This episode of GunVenture focuses on scattergun sports, featuring sporting clays and pheasant hunting at the Scattergun Lodge in South Dakota. The content highlights the practice benefits of sporting clays for hunting skills and showcases a successful pheasant hunt. Instruction from shooting coach Chuck Ross is briefly mentioned, emphasizing target focus.

This guide details the 'hasty sling' or 'steady sling' technique demonstrated by Doug Painter of the NSSF. It focuses on using a rifle sling to create a stable shooting platform for off-hand shots, crucial for hunting scenarios where traditional rests are unavailable. Proper application involves wrapping the support arm through the sling to pull the rifle tight against the shoulder, enhancing accuracy.