E.R.S.S. COURSE

DESCRIPTION

This course has been developed for professional sports shooters and hunters and can be regarded as an extension of the “regular” knowledge in the field of shooting at long, extremely long, and ultra-long distances as well as the knowledge of weapons, ammunition, optics, technology, and ballistics. After completing this course, one can call themselves a specialist in the field of conventional shooting at longer distances and the associated equipment such as weapons and optics. In that case, the student will be awarded a diploma.

INFORMATION

TOPIC: Shooting at (extremely) long distances

DURATION: 7-9 days

GROUP: 4-6 people

ESTIMATED PRICE: € 4.500 (this price can change depending on the circumstances and group size) 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

1. Being able to independently place a hit at 2 kilometers with the caliber .300 Norma Magnum. For this purpose, the student must independently perform the following tasks:

  • Manufacturing/reloading the correct ammunition for this purpose

  • Demonstrating sufficient knowledge of the requirements of the weapon for this purpose.

  • Taking measurements regarding the ammunition and applying them.

  • Collecting the right data (d.o.p.e.) for the intended purpose.

  • Calculating and substantiating the correct elevation and windage settings for the bulkhead.

  • Applying the correct shooting technique for this purpose.

  • Achieving a hit at least once within 2 kilometers.

2. Placing multiple hits at various (known or unknown) distances under time pressure, in various positions and circumstances, and carrying out the correct procedures for this. For this purpose, the student must independently perform the following tasks:

  • Achieving at least 3 hits from 5 shots in 5 stages/scenarios.

  • Demonstrating sufficient knowledge of the requirements of the weapon for this purpose.

  • Choosing/manufacturing/reloading the correct ammunition for this purpose.

  • Being able to reason and implement the tactical considerations involved.

  • Being able to adequately resolve malfunctions during the so-called “failure” stage.

  • Being able to calculate and substantiate the correct elevation and windage settings per stage (under time pressure).

3. Learning from each other and sharing knowledge from a military, professional and civilian perspective.

THE COURSE

The course will take 7 to 9 days at various locations and can be divided into the following modules:

  • An introduction to shooting at (extremely) long distances.

  • Frequently used terms.

  • Weapon technology.

  • Ballistics
  • Load/reload ammunition
  • Shooting technique
  • Shooting in practice

WEAPONS

The following weapons and their calibers will be used for both locations:

  • Ascalon XXL in .300 Norma Magnum. Ammunition: Hornady ELD-M .225gn, A-tip 230, 250gn.
  • Ascalon XXL in .375 Snipetac. Ammunition: Peregrine Rangemaster 393gn.
  • Ascalon XL in .300 Norma Magnum and .338 Lapua Magnum.
  • Barrett M82 A1 in .50 BMG. Ammunition: Hornady A – tip 750 gn Pegerine Rangemaster 750gn
  • Piro Arms DC 15 in 6mm ARC. Ammunition: Hornady 6mm ARC 105gn.
  • Zbroyar Z008 in 6,5 Creedmoor. Ammunition: lapua Scenar 123gn, 139gn, Hdy 123/140gn.
  • Savage M110 in .308 Win. Ammunition: various types of factory ammunition.

Optics to be used:

  • Nightforce AtacR 7-35 Mil-c.
  • Vortex HD razor.
  • Leupold MK5 HD.
  • Kahles 6-24i
  • Vortex Venom 5-25
  • Busnell 15-45 x 60 legend T series spotting scope
  • Meopta Meopro 80 20-80 spotting scope.

AGENDA

DAY 1 – Theory lessons at Pirosport in Krimpen aan den IJssel, The Netherlands (8 hours):

  • An introduction to shooting at (extremely) long distances.
  • Frequently used terms.
  • Weapon technology.
  • Ballistics. 
DAY 2 – Theory lessons at Pirosport in Krimpen aan den IJssel, The Netherlands (8 hours):
  • Ballistics for reloading.
  • Load/reload ammunition.
DAY 3 – Theory lessons at Pirosport in Krimpen aan den IJssel, and KSVR in Rotterdam, The Netherlands (8 hours):
  • Shooting techniques for LR, ELR, ULR, and PRS.
  • The shooter/spotter configuration and shooting procedures.
  • Training at 100 meters (combined with testing the reloaded ammunition).
  • Speed and consistency measurements.

DAY 4 & 5 – Practical lessons at location Borris, Denmark (1x 8 hours and 1x 5 hours):

  • Shooting at various distances up to 1000 meters (day 4 morning).
  • Shooting at various distances from 1000 to 2000 meters (day 4 afternoon and day 5 morning).

DAY 6, 7 & 8 (maybe 9) – Practical lessons at location VTSU Zahorie, Slovakia (3x 8 hours):

  • Shooting at various distances up to 1450 meters.
  • Participation in the Slovak LR competition at distances up to 1450 meters.
  • (Optional last day of recreational shooting up to 1450 meters).

LAST DAY – Closure at Pirosport:

  • Debriefing and feedback
  • Graduation ceremony (and presentation of the coveted 1k and 2k Piro Long Ranger patch).
  • Closing drinks.

 

INTERESTED IN THIS COURSE?

If you are interested in this course: fill in a contact form, mention the name of the course and when you would like to participate. We will reply to you as soon as possible.