Hey all, just starting to dip my toes into the whole precision rifle thing. Got a pretty sweet build (my thinking at least, 6.5 creedmore action, bartlein Barrel, McMillan stock). Only range I have around me is 100 yards, I’m in CT. Looking into beginner courses at ridgeline shooting or sig, however nothing is posted for late 2023 dates or 2024 dates. Any recommendations in the Northeast area? Also looking for ranges outside of CT that offer more than 100 yards- don’t mind traveling.
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Frig off Fudd. I agree Florida trip is already in works however thats for the hunt and to see the kin. Times is tough with that far, versus 3-5 hours north or south I can at least get the basics down. Shit I’m playing around with 100 with the special as my spotter.
Ridgeline is the way to go. Sig isna country club where they will spend more time pushing their rifles. Have taken several Ridgeline courses and have buddies who have taken several more. You won't be disappointed.
SIG classes get better once you get through the entry level ones, but it does feel like they stretch out the curriculum to milk people. Haven't done Ridgeline personally, but have heard good things from a couple guys I know who have.
Also check out Mike at Rifles only NH.
Ps forgot to mention Granby club is doing a fun prs style match on Saturday November 4th, it is listed on practiscore ( Granby prs club match 1). Good chance to check out the club and shoot some distance.
Granby has 1000 yards. I've heard great things about ridgeline, so I'd just keep checking on them for an upcoming class
What’s the scuttlebutt on crossing state lines into Mass with rifles from out of state?
I just keep guns and ammo locked up in seperate cases, I would not bring an ar type up there, just my bolt guns.
Don’t get caught. Mass is iffy but it’s a bolt action rifle which is legal (i believe) in the sTate. New Hampshire is constitutional carry and I’m almost positive no issues at all with my license. whenever I’m in NH i carry no problem.
Exactly, be smart. Ammo separate, bolt removed, case locked etc. be respectful if pulled over and hope for best
That’s gonna be tough for you
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Highly recommend ridgeline, you won’t be disappointed. Taken multiple classes there. I recently took a class there with someone who had been to over 30 sig classes. His words are that ridgeline is in a completely different league.
I’m also from CT so any questions feel free to hit me up
I’m also from CT so any questions feel free to hit me up
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The closest place to you is the Ledyard Sportsmen Club. It is in CT and they have a 400-yard range. @Rob01 took me there when I was just starting. Nice place. Rob is a stand-up guy. He taught me a lot in a few hours.
Granby near Springfield, MA (members only) has a 1,000-yard range. They also have some PRS shoots that welcome all skill levels. Nice group of guys. Link is Granby
I also go to Sheepdog Warrior in the Catskills, NY. They have an awesome covered range out to 1,000 yards and you can shoot there on an hourly basis. They also offer training
Ridgeline is a fantastic program. You can't go wrong there by any means. I have taken their intro course.
SIG is nothing I have tried but it is better suited for AR15-type carbine training. They have a 1-day course for rifles that allows you to shoot on their 1,000-yard range. As others stated, it is all about making money. It would be last on my list.
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This came up when I searched for Alderbrook. I went there for the first time last year and was impressed with what they had to offer. The 3 hour drive doesn't bother me as much as whats required to join other ranges in southern New England.
I've never taken a course at Ridgeline, but it gets a lot of praise from people that have.
There are rumors of a 1k range in RI.... who knows. I can only think of 2 places that have the land to shoot that far, Addieville and the Preserve .
There is Woodcock rd in Dartmouth Mass that goes out to 500yds . It's a flat range with the ability to put paper targets out to 200yds with fixed steel out to 500yds. its a good place for load development and collecting dope, but thats it.
I've never taken a course at Ridgeline, but it gets a lot of praise from people that have.
There are rumors of a 1k range in RI.... who knows. I can only think of 2 places that have the land to shoot that far, Addieville and the Preserve .
There is Woodcock rd in Dartmouth Mass that goes out to 500yds . It's a flat range with the ability to put paper targets out to 200yds with fixed steel out to 500yds. its a good place for load development and collecting dope, but thats it.
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The 1K range in RI is supposedly going to be at the South County Rod and Gun Club. Remains to be seen if it comes to fruition. They have a 300-yard range now.
Woodcock has 300 and 500-yard berms, but the range is poorly maintained by the town of New Bedford that owns it. All the steel out there is donated by the members and it is difficult to get out there to do maintenance. The grass gets so tall, it is impossible to see steel at 300 and 500. Shooting prone is only possible to 200 yards. We are working to add stands for hanging paper targets at the 300 and 500 but that won't be done until the spring. It used to be cheap but no longer unless you are local.
I’m trying to become a member there. About an hour from me and I only have access to 700 yards on private land and 200 at local club.
Looks like a great setup. I’d be interested in the MDS class
From NJ and interested in long range, but no ranges in NJ that reach out beyond 200 yards – nothing public at least. So, I bought a budget rifle and scope (less than $1,000 combined - maybe $800 total) and attended a beginner course with Ed at Sheepdog this past weekend. Prefer to spend $ on lessons to learn and see if I enjoy it vs. equipment.
My experience was identical to Randall3rd. Ed spent about 30 minutes reviewing MOA, DOPE, reticle, bullet drift, and making sure that my rifle was properly set up for me. He made some adjustments to the scope, then we began zeroing the rifle at 100 yards. After which, we set the zero stop. All of this took perhaps 30-40 minutes. Time went quickly and then we began targeting 200 yards, 300, and so on.
Unfortunately, I had some pretty inexpensive ammo. Federal 120 grain for 6.5 Creed. Only ammo available near me. However, they are accustomed to shooting 147 grain at the range. So, we had to revise the DOPE for the smaller grain. Would recommend anyone visiting Sheepdog to bring 140-147 grain. He recommended either 143 or 147 ELD-X.
It was a bit overcast with a light wind. So, worked out to be a great day. Plenty of targets every 50-100 yards – from silhouettes to plates of all sizes. And paper at 100 yards for zeroing. BTW – I’m a casual shooter who visits a range 6-8 times a year with handguns and .22 lever action. No experience hunting or long range. Didn’t expect it to be possible, but was easily hitting each target 3-5 times before extending out another 100 yards.
Took a mid-morning break, but 3 hours after beginning the session, I was hitting a 1,000 yard target no problem – guessing the white square at 1,000 yards was around 4’x4’ or larger. Truly amazed at how easy it seemed, even with a budget rifle and budget 4-16x FFP optic. Ed was a great instructor and everyone at the range, both staff and members, were very accommodating. I planned to use a bag. So, didn’t even have a bi-pod on my rifle. Again, on a budget. So, Ed actually drove to his house to grab one for me to use during the session. Thanks again Ed!!!
I also don’t have a muzzle brake. Again, budget set up. But still hit 1,000 yards easily. Just couldn’t see exactly where I hit at 800-1000 yards. Thankfully, Ed was behind me with his spotter’s scope.
First time doing long-range, but thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend visiting Sheepdog. I’ll be sure to visit again. Probably soon since 200 yards doesn’t seem at all challenging now. Just wish the Savage Axis II had a threaded barrel for a muzzle brake and a smoother action. Also wish I bought the Arken 6-24 instead of the 4-16 (BTW- don’t understand issue with the name. Makes sense to me. Sheepdog protects the vulnerable/defenseless and Ed is retired SWAT. )
My experience was identical to Randall3rd. Ed spent about 30 minutes reviewing MOA, DOPE, reticle, bullet drift, and making sure that my rifle was properly set up for me. He made some adjustments to the scope, then we began zeroing the rifle at 100 yards. After which, we set the zero stop. All of this took perhaps 30-40 minutes. Time went quickly and then we began targeting 200 yards, 300, and so on.
Unfortunately, I had some pretty inexpensive ammo. Federal 120 grain for 6.5 Creed. Only ammo available near me. However, they are accustomed to shooting 147 grain at the range. So, we had to revise the DOPE for the smaller grain. Would recommend anyone visiting Sheepdog to bring 140-147 grain. He recommended either 143 or 147 ELD-X.
It was a bit overcast with a light wind. So, worked out to be a great day. Plenty of targets every 50-100 yards – from silhouettes to plates of all sizes. And paper at 100 yards for zeroing. BTW – I’m a casual shooter who visits a range 6-8 times a year with handguns and .22 lever action. No experience hunting or long range. Didn’t expect it to be possible, but was easily hitting each target 3-5 times before extending out another 100 yards.
Took a mid-morning break, but 3 hours after beginning the session, I was hitting a 1,000 yard target no problem – guessing the white square at 1,000 yards was around 4’x4’ or larger. Truly amazed at how easy it seemed, even with a budget rifle and budget 4-16x FFP optic. Ed was a great instructor and everyone at the range, both staff and members, were very accommodating. I planned to use a bag. So, didn’t even have a bi-pod on my rifle. Again, on a budget. So, Ed actually drove to his house to grab one for me to use during the session. Thanks again Ed!!!
I also don’t have a muzzle brake. Again, budget set up. But still hit 1,000 yards easily. Just couldn’t see exactly where I hit at 800-1000 yards. Thankfully, Ed was behind me with his spotter’s scope.
First time doing long-range, but thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend visiting Sheepdog. I’ll be sure to visit again. Probably soon since 200 yards doesn’t seem at all challenging now. Just wish the Savage Axis II had a threaded barrel for a muzzle brake and a smoother action. Also wish I bought the Arken 6-24 instead of the 4-16 (BTW- don’t understand issue with the name. Makes sense to me. Sheepdog protects the vulnerable/defenseless and Ed is retired SWAT. )
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