GUNTALK S2: Long Range Shooting - Ep 2, Pt 1

Published on June 27, 2012
Duration: 5:21

This video highlights the FTW Ranch's All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship Course in Texas, designed to enhance hunting skills through advanced shooting techniques. The course blends hunting and sniper methodologies, emphasizing hunter ethics and making ethical shots within personal capabilities. It covers rifle fundamentals, ballistics, and practical application in natural terrain with varying conditions, aiming to improve shooter accuracy and understanding of firearm capabilities.

Quick Summary

The FTW Ranch's All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship Course enhances hunting skills through long-range shooting and ethical shot placement. It combines tactical and hunting expertise in a natural, challenging environment, emphasizing hunter ethics and responsible shooting practices.

Chapters

  1. 00:22Introduction to Long Range Shooting
  2. 00:50FTW Ranch Location and Terrain
  3. 01:01Marksmanship Course Overview
  4. 01:44Training in Natural Terrain
  5. 02:12Course Origins with Tim Fallon
  6. 02:35Emphasis on Hunter Ethics
  7. 02:56Ranch Size and Training Suitability
  8. 03:17Instructor Experience
  9. 03:33Instructor Doug Prater Profile
  10. 03:50Program Development and Evolution
  11. 04:47Classroom Instruction and Ballistics
  12. 05:12Featured Rifle: Ruger American

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FTW Ranch's All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship Course?

It's a training program designed to improve hunting skills, particularly long-range shooting and ethical shot placement, by simulating diverse hunting conditions and blending tactical and hunting methodologies.

What makes the FTW Ranch a good location for marksmanship training?

The ranch offers varied natural terrain, including hills and valleys, with dynamic weather and light conditions, providing realistic challenges for shooters to hone their skills.

What is the primary focus of the training at FTW Ranch?

The primary focus is on hunter ethics and making ethical shots within personal capabilities. It emphasizes understanding firearm capabilities and shooter limitations to ensure responsible hunting practices.

Who are the instructors at the FTW Ranch?

Instructors are highly experienced, often with military backgrounds (like former Navy SEALs) and extensive hunting experience from around the world, bringing a wealth of knowledge to the program.

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