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Bringing hunters together in a competitive format for new & seasoned hunters to learn about gear,capabilities,limits & local terrain #EveryEthicalEdge

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🔥 2027 SCHEDULE IS HERE! 🔥
We’ve been putting in the work behind the scenes, and we’re excited to finally share the 2027 NRL Hunter presented by Leupold Optics calendar of events!

A few things to look for…
🌎 New matches coast to coast (*) 🎯 4 NEW Team-Only Matches 🏆 7 matches in the NEW Bergara North America Magnum Mini Series

Registration dates matter. Several matches sold out fast last season, so mark your calendar and be ready when registration opens.

Most importantly, thank you to everyone who continues to show up, whether you’re here to compete, sharpen your skills, prepare for your next hunt, or simply spend time around good people who love the outdoors. You’re what makes this community what it is, and we’re excited to see all of you out there in 2027.

Let’s get after it. 🎯

More details coming soon: nrlhunter.org/matches/hunter

#NRLHUNTER #EveryEthicalEdge #LeupoldOptics by @nrlhunter

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🏆 THE 2026 PODIUM IS SET!

A little late to the trail, but these results are too good to leave in the woods. Congratulations to the 2026 Grand Slam Championship winners! From finding and ranging, to making the shot under pressure, these competitors put their precision and fieldcraft to the test, and came out on top.

@nrlhunter presented by @leupoldoptics
📍Clovis, NM • Aug 7-9, 2026
MDs: Kevin Sams @redamericancerakote, Clay Moyers

Results (Points and Leader Percent):

FACTORY (SKU & 13lbs and less)
🥇Bennie Cooley 121 pts (100%)
🥈Nate Savage 110 pts (90.9%)
🥉Brian Thoman 109 pts (90.1%)

OPEN LIGHT (12lbs and less)
🥇Phil Summers 128 pts (100%)
🥈Kanyon Carper 127 pts (99.2%)
🥉Nathan Pelloni 121 pts (94.5%)

OPEN HEAVY (16lbs and less)
🏆🥇Matt Alwine 142 pts (100%)
🥈Alec Cochran 141 pts (99.3%) PF: 416,052
🥉Bob Bowers 141 pts (99.3%) PF: 413,400

TEAMS (16lbs and less)
🥇Matt Martini, Neil Mowry 275 pts (100%)
🥈Dorgan Trostel, Ryan Steinforth 258 pts (93.8%)
🥉Nolan Roe, Joey McConnell 257 pts (93.5%)

Top Youth (Coached)
⭐️Mert Alwine 135 pts (95.1%)

Top Lady
⭐️Madi Woodward 127 pts (89.4%)

Top Senior
⭐️ Bennie Cooley 121 pts (100%)
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Congratulations to all the competitors and especially those who punched their tags for the podium! 🏆🎯

Track the hunt: 🔗in bio for full and detailed standings, stats, and images!

#NRLHunter #HuntNewMexico #GrandSlam2026 #GrandSlamChampionship #EveryEthicalEdge by @nrlhunter

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2 months ago

My shooting partner @clark_murphy264 running Stage 16 at the Laramie NRL Hunter match earlier this season. 2 turkey targets at about 526 and 515 yards from 2 positions.   This clip is from the largest, fastest growing, and most popular find, range, and engage style long range shooting competition called NRL Hunter. We shoot in the teams division where we have 6 minutes to find our targets, range them, and engage them. Stages can be set up in three different configurations: 1 Target from 4 positions, 2 targets from 2 positions, and 4 targets from 1 position. A first round impact is 2 points and you move to the next target/position. If you miss, you can take a follow up shot worth one point. Either way you move to the next target or position after that shot. Max of 8 points on a stage for individuals and 16 for teams (both have to shoot).   The Buffalo Bills Revenge match near Laramie, WY hosted by @longrangefossen was my favorite match last season. The terrain is incredible with lots of cool natural props to shoot from, tricky winds, and a really fun course of fire (usually has amazing food too). We’ll definitely be shooting it in the 2027 season.

If you want to try out the sport, go to NRLHunter[dot]org and view the 2-day Hunter schedule and the 1-day Games (basically the same, but single day more relaxed matches) matches. Games matches are added all the time, so keep an eye out. It’s the most fun you’ll ever have with a rifle.

#longrangeshooting #boltaction #competitiveshooting #precisionrifle by @nrlhunter

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3 days ago

INTRODUCING THE 2027 MAGNUM MINI SERIES presented by @bergara_rifles North America 🔥

The NRL Hunter Magnum Series is coming to the 2027 season! 🏆💪

Built into select regular-season matches, the Magnum Class gives magnum enthusiasts a new way to compete — while still competing for their standard division.

MAGNUM CLASS RULES: • Long Action Magnum • Minimum Power Factor: 500,000 • Minimum Case Capacity: 82 grains (H2O/not loaded)  • Maximum Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds

🎯 7 Participating Events:
 Ghost Hunter — AZ  Cactus Classic — TX  Buffalo Bills Revenge — WY  Spears Mountain Safari — VA  Snake River Outdoorsman — ID  Leupold Relentless Rifleman — OR  NRL Hunter Grand Slam — WY

Magnum Class competitors will have their own trophies + dedicated Bergara prize, while still having the opportunity to win their standard division.

A huge thank you to @andi_cloan for helping make this happen!

#NRLHUNTER #MagnumSeries #Bergara #Hunting by @nrlhunter

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4 days ago

We made our way up to the brushy New Mexico high-country for the @nrlhunter Paloma Challenge put on by our old friend and match director @followthroughbuck. You've got to get this unique long-range comp on your schedule for next year. Hit the link in our bio to see more. #Magpul #MagpulComms by @nrlhunter

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7 days ago

Every mile, every range day, every piece of gear checked twice, it all leads here.

When the moment finally comes together, preparation matters. That's why we build Burris optics for the moments that count.

#Burris #BurrisOptics by @nrlhunter

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10 days ago

We teamed up with some of the best brands to create the Western Loadout Giveaway, and one lucky person is going to walk away with a prize package worth over 20K.

On top of the insane prize package, you’re also going to win an NRL Hunter match of your choosing. Yes, we know this is epic - that’s why we’re doing it.

It’s completely free to enter, and the link is in our bio. Good luck! by @nrlhunter

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10 days ago

Sono entrato nella finale NRL Hunter Italy. 🎯
La gara di tiro che simula la caccia.

È una disciplina arrivata dall’America. Si spara a lunga distanza su bersagli metallici che rappresentano animali, senza sapere cosa ti aspetta finché non arrivi in postazione.

Ve la racconto da dentro, passo per passo.

👉 Guarda la puntata completa, trovi il link in bio.

#gregtata #nrlhunteritaly #tiroalungadistanza #tirosportivo #caccia

Una gara nata per replicare un’azione di caccia in tutto e per tutto. 🇺🇸

NRL Hunter nasce in America circa dieci anni fa. L’idea è portare in gara quello che succede davvero sul campo:

“L’obiettivo è replicare un’azione di caccia in tutto e per tutto: allenarsi, testare l’attrezzatura e mettere alla prova le proprie skill.”

È una palestra per chi va a caccia e una sfida nuova per chi tira.

👉 Guarda la puntata completa, trovi il link in bio.

#gregtata #nrlhunteritaly #nrlhunter #caccia #precisionrifle

Arrivi in postazione e solo lì scopri cosa devi fare. 👀

Si chiama stage “blind” ed è il cuore di NRL Hunter Italy:

“Il tiratore non conosce l’esercizio finché non arriva in zona. Niente prove, niente sopralluoghi: lo scopre lì.”

Come a caccia, nessuno ti avvisa prima. Conta come leggi la situazione e quanto in fretta decidi.

💬 Tu reggeresti la pressione di uno stage alla cieca?

👉 Guarda la puntata completa, trovi il link in bio.

#gregtata #nrlhunteritaly #tiroalungadistanza #tirosportivo #precisionshooting

Un foglio. L’unica informazione che hai in gara. 📋

Nella NRL Hunter Italy la tabellina ti dice solo tre cose:
▪️ quali animali ingaggiare
▪️ in che sequenza
▪️ da quali posizioni

E gli animali? “Bersagli metallici, a distanze e posizioni diverse.”

Tutto il resto lo devi capire da solo, sul posto. 🧠

👉 Guarda la puntata completa, trovi il link in bio.

#gregtata #nrlhunteritaly #tiroalungadistanza #caccia #tirodiprecisione

Tiro a lunga distanza, caccia e sport. Tutto nella stessa gara. ⛰️

È questo il punto forte di NRL Hunter Italy: “Unisce il tiro a lunga distanza, la caccia e una vera componente sportiva.”

A chi va a caccia offre un allenamento vero, sul terreno. A chi viene dal tiro offre una sfida fuori dal by @nrlhunter

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13 days ago

Burris is proud to support an NRL Hunter event held in memory of Aaron Pickering.

One hundred percent of match proceeds are dedicated to supporting Aaron's daughter when she reaches college age. Over the past two years, the event has raised more than $10,000, with this year's match and silent auction continuing that effort.

Supporting the shooting sports means investing in the people and communities that make them possible. Burris is honored to support an event that brings competitors together while contributing to a cause with a lasting impact.

#BurrisOptics #FindWhatMatters by @nrlhunter

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14 days ago

It’s time for more. @nrlhunter Hunter Games 1 day match is back at CRC on Saturday, October 10th! Sign up is live on the NRL Hunter website. The Venator Mythicus himself @sloankail has got a killer course of fire built out for the match, and some awesome prizes for the top competitors. Show up, bring your friends, learn stuff, get better.

#crcrange #nrlhunter #wtorifles #nrlhuntergames by @nrlhunter

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15 days ago

I can’t wait for next @nrlhunter season! Schedule will be out soon! In the meantime, I’ll keep posting stages from last season.

This was a fun stage (15) from the Grand Slam season finale match in Clovis, NM. A ram a bit past 700 yards from 4 positions.

@clark_murphy264 and I are still deciding on our gear and setup for next season. A few things are settled though:
• 6.5 creedmoor → .25 WAP trying something new with @west_elk_precision
• @pure_precision_rifles SKLTN actions
• @tbac_suppressors Magnus-S-RR suppressors with @recoilxbrakes brakes
• @mdttac21 Ckye-pod Triple Pull Bipods
• @armageddongear Game changer shooting bags - Schmedium with heavy fill
• @shooters_global SG Pulse Pro Levels
• @eberlestock’s new Prowl packs
• @tensecondprecision data sleeves
• Short Bus Precision Talking Timers

The rest is still TBD.
Testing out some new LRFs, tripods, barrels, scopes, and chassis. We’ll see!

#competitionshooting #precisionrifle #longrangeshooting #customrifles by @nrlhunter

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