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WELCOME TO HIGH ALTITUDE SHOOTING IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNLIKE ANY OTHER.
Embark on an unparalleled shooting experience at the Bergara Academy, now with two premier locations. Our Belt Mountain Lodge near Great Falls, Montana and Queen Mountain Ranch in Evanston, Wyoming provide the perfect backdrops for refining your long-range shooting skills.
Our courses, conducted by seasoned professionals, offer hands-on, detailed instruction tailored to the unique preferences of your group. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes as you train on world-class ranges featuring animal silhouette targets strategically placed at distances exceeding 1,400 yards.
All-inclusive packages cover the use of Bergara rifles, ammunition, delicious meals, airport shuttle, and on-site lodging.
THE BERGARA ACADEMY WYOMING:
2-Day Beginner Western Hunter Course:
$2195
This course teaches the student foundation fundamentals in successful rifle shooting at distances out to 1000 yards. Your class will include, but not limited to:
- Firearms Safety/ In the field and at the bench
- Bergara Rifle Design and Fundamental Function
- Marksmanship, Introduction of Foundation Fundamentals
- Scope Construction and Use of All Functions for Accuracy
- Positional Shooting and Why it can Affect Your Shoot
- Wind Effects on Bullet Flight
- Ranging Distance with Electronics and Reticle Applications
- Gun Cleaning and Its Effects on Accuracy
- Basic Ballistics and Bullet Design
- Understanding Mils/MOA
- Range Estimation Utilizing Mils/MOA and Understanding the Difference
- Understanding Electronic Devices and Apps for Success in the Field
- Gun Handling/ Bolt Engagement in the Field
- Engaging Targets out to 1000 yards/With Hunting Scenarios at Long Distance
Min Class size of 10 Students/ 2 Instructors, Private Classes are available for a slight higher fee and subject to date availability and class size.
2024 WY DATES:
May 16-19, 2024
May 23-26, 2024
June 6-9, 2024
June 13-16, 2024
June 19-22, 2024
SOLD OUT – July 11-14, 2024
July 25-28, 2024
SOLD OUT – July 31-Aug 3, 2024
August 15-18, 2024
August 21-24, 2024
TO INQUIRE ABOUT AVAILABILITY EMAIL OR CALL
Classes require a 50% deposit to reserve your spot and remaining balance due 30 days prior to arrival date.
Dates and availability are subject to confirmation prior to booking.
Guests should plan to arrive the day before their class starts, after 3:00 PM, but before 5:00 pm (due to orientation) unless other arrangements have been made. They can plan to depart the evening after the last day of their shoot if desired, but normally most will leave the next morning by 10:00 AM. Transportation to Salt Lake City airport and from Salt Lake City airport will be provided by Bergara.
Cancellation Policy: We strongly recommend travel insurance for all of our students. If you have an unexpected circumstance that causes a cancellation of your trip, Bergara Academy will not refund your deposit or any money paid. A travel insurance policy is the solution. Most plans are a small fraction of the cost of your trip. We do not endorse any particular travel insurance company, but an option to consider is https://www.travelguard.com
*Photos shown of Bergara Academy WY Lodge
BERGARA ACADEMY GEAR LIST:
Bergara Academy will provide the following gear & equipment:
-Wilderness HMR Carbon 6.5 Creedmoor with optic, suppressor, bipod & rifle case
-Ammunition & magazines
-1 Spotting scope & tripod (per two-man shooting teams)
-Binoculars
-Chronograph & Scope leveling tools (Advanced Course)
-Range finder
-Kestrel
-Torque & Allen wrenches for zeroing
-Shooting mats & tables
-Shooting sticks
-Rear shooting support
-Range Chairs
-Chamber safety flags
-Rifle logbook
-Clipboard & pencil
-Course binders
-Range & D.O.P.E. cards
-Water/Gatorade & food
-All necessary rifle & optic cleaning supplies
Students are encouraged to bring the following personal items:
-Personal safety glasses & hearing protection
-Sunscreen
-Day pack
-Note-taking material
-Sunglasses
-Hat
-Chapstick
-Warming layers for cool & windy days