Long-range lope practice

[Phantom Hunter]

Went out to my buddies ranch today to do some long-range practice before our antelope hunt. Hung "Rotella T" jugs filled with water on t-post. We then went up a hill and proceeded to shoot at 200-400+ yards. We had a 15-20 mph crosswind. We did real well out to a little over 330 yards. Past that our wind doping skills need some practice. Lesson-1 learned, get the wind in our face if at all possible. Lesson-2 learned practice more from field positions in crosswinds. Good luck to all you antelope hunters this fall.

Phantom Hunter

 

[D13er]

lesson 3- get as close as possible

 

[Zigga]

I've seen countless wounded antelope from dip$hitz herd shooting in a 30 mph crosswind at 350 yards. It's nice to hear someone know their limits on targets. Good luck.

 

[Phantom Hunter]

Our plan is to get to 200 yards or less if possible. We just want to be prepared and know the limitation of ourselves and our gear.

Phantom Hunter

 

[eelgrass]

PH, good reminder! Good luck on your hunt.

Eel

 

[RELH]

alot of areas where you hunt lopes will allow you to use the prone position with a bi-pod or fanny pack on top of short sage brush. Good way to practice and increase your range for a effective killing shot. Crosswind is a major factor that a lot of hunters fail to take in and end up missing or wounding a game animal. Other hunters should do the type of practice that you are doing to learn their limits and stick to them. Good job towards earning your trophy.

RELH