LOCATION: See class date

PREREQUISITE: Intermediate-level scoped carbine or equivalent carbine experience (if you are unsure of your skill level, take our quick proficiency quiz)

INSTRUCTOR: Critical Impact Group (Adrian Alan) - Instructor Bios

Cold weather environments can wreak havoc on both equipment and personnel. Without cold-weather specific maintenance and proper care in the field, rifles, optics, ammunition and other critical support gear can experience reliability issues or even complete failure in a short amount of time. Shooter performance can be affected by cold temperatures as well, and serious injuries can even occur due to frostbite or hypothermia.

This specialized class from Critical Impact Group (offered exclusively through Rapid Defense) is designed to teach shooters who are already proficient with the fundamentals of precision / long-range shooting, to maintain their capabilities in these challenging conditions. This course also offers the opportunity to test cold-weather gear and clothing in a safe environment. The lessons from this class are applicable to cold weather hunters, military and law enforcement personnel, and private citizens who are simply looking to take advantage of empty winter ranges or increase their overall preparedness to handle cold-weather environments.

Students should be prepared to spend most of the day outside in extreme cold weather conditions with the potential for heavy snow, ice or freezing rain. Students should expect to perform moderate-levels of physical activity such as carrying all of their gear several hundred yards across the range through accumulated snow, shoveling small amounts of snow to build shooting positions, and so forth.

Because preparation is the most critical element of success in these conditions, students will have access to online training modules on gear selection, weapon maintenance, clothing, and other topics approximately two weeks prior to the start of class to help them prepare for a successful day on the range.

This class runs regardless of weather conditions, unless roads are impassable.

Areas covered in this class:

• Shooting comfortably and efficiently in colder temps out to 700 yards
• Understanding cold-weather ballistics
• Knowing and managing equipment limitations in sub-zero temps
• Applying the fundamentals of marksmanship with added stress and gear
• Building positions with snow and natural landscapes
• Discussion and demo of fieldcraft and camouflage techniques (weather pending)
• Proper care and maintenance of rifle and equipment
• Overcoming equipment failures
• Testing and evaluating chosen kit and rifle
• Clothing tips and tricks to maximize comfort and mindset

Prerequisites:

• Intermediate-level scoped carbine or equivalent match experience
• Open mind
  
• Must be lawful for you to possess a firearm in the United States
  

Student supply list:

• Semi auto or bolt action rifle with magnified optic, with scope caps or cover (minimum .223 cal)
• Sling and bipod
• 250 rounds of quality, consistent ammo (no steel core, green-tip, AP, incendiary, or other LAP)
• 2-3 magazines that can be used with your bipod
• Basic rifle maintenance kit
• Appropriate cold weather clothing (see our guide)
• Shooting glasses or goggles (tinted helps)
• Pack for carrying gear
• Support bags
• Kestrel or app with ballistics calculator and DOPE (we use GeoBallistics in class)
• Back up battery pack for smart phone
• Spare batteries for all electronic equipment (ear pro, scope, etc)
• Handwarmers
• Water, snacks, and a packed lunch (store so it doesn't freeze)
• Shooting tripod recommended, not required
• Spotting scope or binoculars recommended, not required
• Laser rangefinder recommended, not required

What you need to know before attending:

• There is a $25 range usage fee for non-members of host club. If choosing not to prepay, please bring exact cash to training. If you are registering for multiple people who are a mix of members and non members, please make separate purchases for members and non members as the prepaid fee applies to every registrant.
• Club members at host clubs are eligible for 10% off tuition. Email andy@rapiddefensewi.com your badge number to receive the discount code prior to purchasing the class.
• We'll send exact location address and class information about a week out from the class containing everything you need to know.
• Withdrawal and refund requests must be made to andy@rapiddefensewi.com at least 14 days prior to the registered event, and are subject to a 5% cancellation fee to cover our refund/processing costs. No refunds will be made within 14 days of the event. Please see our refund policy for more information.

***Do not let the Supply list keep you from coming to class. Please contact us if any of these items are an issue or if you have questions.***

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