3-Day Camping & Shooting Long Range In Oklahoma

Published on March 8, 2024
Duration: 30:21

This video demonstrates the process of zeroing a rifle for long-range shooting in an outdoor camping environment. It covers adjusting optics for different ammunition types and distances, including dealing with windage. The instructor emphasizes the importance of confirming zero and making necessary corrections for accurate shooting.

Quick Summary

Zeroing a rifle for long-range shooting involves establishing a precise point of impact at a known distance, then adjusting the optic's elevation and windage. When using different ammunition, like 77-grain 223 instead of 55-grain, re-zeroing is essential. Compensating for wind at longer distances often requires holding off the target or making fine windage adjustments.

Chapters

  1. 00:56Zeroing the Ranch Rifle
  2. 01:41Testing Steel at 165 Yards
  3. 02:15Engaging 400-Yard Targets
  4. 02:50Finding Optic Dope (3 Mils)
  5. 03:32Camping Setup & Friends Arriving
  6. 04:49Camp Cooking: Chili Pie
  7. 06:01Rapid Fire Practice
  8. 07:13Testing Heavy 700 Grain Rounds
  9. 08:38Impact of Heavy Rounds on Target
  10. 09:02Holster Draw Drills
  11. 10:15Rifle Shooting Timings
  12. 11:32Slow Fire Practice
  13. 12:18Comparison to 440
  14. 14:04Last Day: Colder Weather & Breakfast
  15. 14:39Shooting Technique: Bracing Support
  16. 15:1377 Grain Ballistics Observation
  17. 16:26Target Bounce and Impact
  18. 17:00Consistent Hits
  19. 19:27Long Range Impact Series
  20. 20:16Timing Under Two Seconds
  21. 21:33Challenging Angled Shots
  22. 22:52Ammo Sponsor: Hot Munitions
  23. 23:26Windage Adjustment for Troy
  24. 25:25Impacts at 500 Yards
  25. 26:43Adjusting for Wind at 500 Yards
  26. 28:35Cheek Rest Sponsor: Matthews Fabrication
  27. 29:56Packing Up & Trip Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition was used for long-range shooting in this video?

The video primarily features the use of 223 77-grain ammunition from Hot Munitions for long-range shooting. The instructor notes that this differs from their usual 55-grain loads and requires optic adjustments.

How does one zero a rifle for long-range shooting?

Zeroing involves firing at a known distance (e.g., 100 yards) and adjusting the optic's elevation and windage based on the impact point relative to the aim point. This process is repeated for longer distances, accounting for bullet drop and wind.

What adjustments are needed when switching ammunition types for long-range shooting?

Switching ammunition types, such as from 55-grain to 77-grain 223, necessitates re-zeroing or adjusting the optic. The instructor found that previous settings for 55-grain did not apply to the 77-grain rounds, requiring new dope to be established.

How is windage compensated for during long-range shooting?

Windage is compensated for by making slight adjustments to the optic's windage setting or by intentionally aiming off the target. For example, the instructor held approximately half a mil to the right to account for wind at 165 yards.

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