Long Range Pursuit | S6 E1 A Day in the Canyon

This episode features Keegan McCarthy, owner of Coastal Alaska Adventures, discussing his unique yacht-based hunting expeditions in Southeast Alaska. He highlights opportunities for brown bear, Sitka blacktail deer, mountain goat, and sea duck hunting, emphasizing the luxury experience combined with challenging hunts. The discussion also touches on conservation, youth hunting, and the importance of sharing outdoor experiences.

This guide outlines the steps for engaging a coyote at an extended range of 800 yards, emphasizing precision aiming and shot execution. The video demonstrates the challenge of such a shot, suggesting the use of a .50 caliber rifle for effectiveness. The speaker, exhibiting experienced authority, highlights the importance of accurate marksmanship for ethical hunting at distance.

This episode of Long Range Pursuit features Joseph, a seasoned outfitter, discussing the critical role of firearm confidence in hunting success. He emphasizes the importance of consistent practice and understanding your equipment, advocating for a 'shooting system' approach rather than just a rifle. The conversation highlights how reliable firearms and proper training, often facilitated by brands like Gunwerks, lead to higher success rates and ethical harvesting of game, even at extended ranges.

This video details a challenging DIY public-land elk hunt in New Mexico, led by Greg Ray of Outdoor Solutions and Ian McCullum. The hunt emphasizes the realities of self-sufficient hunting, including long-range shots, difficult terrain, and the physical demands of packing out game. It highlights the difference between managed hunting scenarios and true backcountry experiences, stressing the importance of preparation, ethical shot placement, and realistic expectations.

This episode features Jim Banano's extensive big game hunting journey, focusing on his pursuit of the North American Grand Slam of Sheep. He shares detailed accounts of his hunts for Stone Sheep in British Columbia, Desert Bighorn Sheep in Mexico, and Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep in Alberta, highlighting the challenges, successes, and lessons learned. The discussion also touches upon long-range shooting techniques, rifle confidence, and the mental fortitude required for demanding hunts.

This guide details the field operation of the Gunwerks Endex rifle, as demonstrated by an expert instructor during an African hunting trip. It covers safe handling, utilizing advanced optics like the Revic scope with HUD for dialing yardage, and employing the rifle's ergonomic features such as the folding stock and smooth NX2 action for precise long-range shots. The emphasis is on the 'range, dial, shoot' methodology for efficient and accurate engagement in challenging hunting environments.

This guide details the advanced technique for executing a long-range elk hunt, as demonstrated by a 12-year-old hunter under expert supervision. It emphasizes precise range estimation, scope adjustment using ballistic turrets, and marksmanship fundamentals for a successful shot at extreme distances (1376 yards). The process highlights the importance of preparation, practice, and specialized equipment for challenging hunting scenarios.

This expert guide from Gunwerks demonstrates the significant impact of the Coriolis effect on long-range bullet trajectory. Jeremy Winters, a Gunwerks Product Specialist, explains how Earth's rotation can shift Point of Impact (POI) by over 1 MOA at 1000 yards when shooting East or West. The video provides a live-fire demonstration and recommends shooting North or South to collect accurate ballistic data, minimizing Coriolis-induced errors.

This guide details the process of transforming a factory Remington Model 700 Sendero into a more capable long-range rifle, as demonstrated by Mike Davidson from Gunwerks. Key steps include a trigger upgrade to a 2-pound pull and a precision bedding job using Devcon Aluminum Putty to ensure action stability. The process emphasizes proper disassembly, careful application of bedding materials, and correct reassembly with specific torque values for action screws.

This video demonstrates a professional long-range coyote hunt in Montana, showcasing the effective use of a Gunwerks rifle. Dustin Butler, a representative for Gunwerks, highlights the 'range, dial, and kill' method for successful predator engagement at various distances, from close encounters to over 500 yards. The guide emphasizes proficiency with long-range optics and equipment for accurate shots in challenging terrain.