Rimfire Benchrest: Getting Started with Precision .22 LR Shooting in Oregon
Rimfire benchrest is one of the most technically demanding and budget-friendly precision shooting disciplines available to Oregon shooters. A quality .22 LR, a good rest, and the right ammo can put you on paper at 50 and 100 yards tighter than most centerfire rigs — if you know what you're doing.
Pistol Caliber Carbines for the Pacific Northwest: Why the 9mm PCC Deserves a Place in Your Safe
Pistol caliber carbines in 9mm fill a genuine niche for Pacific Northwest shooters: suppressor-friendly, low-recoil, indoor-range legal, and capable of sharing ammo with your carry gun. Here's a complete breakdown of the top platforms, optics, ammo, and why the PCC deserves a serious look.
Cowboy Action Shooting in the Pacific Northwest: Getting Started with SASS Single Actions and Lever Guns
Cowboy Action Shooting combines historical firearms, theatrical costumes, and timed competition on steel targets. Here's how Pacific Northwest shooters can get into one of the most welcoming and fun shooting sports around.
Extreme Long Range Shooting: What It Takes to Hit a Mile in the Pacific Northwest
Shooting a target at one mile — 1,760 yards — is one of the most demanding challenges in practical marksmanship. Here's what it actually takes: cartridges, rifles, optics, wind-reading, and the honest cost of entry.
Spotting Scopes for Western Hunters: Glass, Tripods, and Magnification That Actually Work in the Field
A quality spotting scope might be the single most underrated piece of gear a western hunter carries. Here's how to choose the right one, set it up, and use it to find more animals.
NRL22 Rimfire Competition: Getting Started in Precision .22 LR Shooting in the Pacific Northwest
NRL22 is the most accessible entry point for practical precision shooting, and Oregon clubs are running sanctioned matches year-round. If you want to get into long-range shooting without a $3,000 centerfire investment, here's everything you need — rifles, optics, ammo, local clubs, and what to expect at your first match.
Recoil Management for Hunting Rifles: Technique, Stock Fit, and Muzzle Devices That Work
Anticipating recoil costs more hunters clean shots than any other technical problem. Here's how to diagnose the flinch, fix it through dry fire, and choose the right muzzle device for your rifle.
AR-15 Maintenance for Pacific Northwest Conditions: Keeping Your Rifle Running in Rain, Mud, and High Desert Dust
Oregon splits into two worlds at the Cascades — persistent coastal moisture west, and fine alkali dust east. Both environments punish a poorly maintained AR-15. Here's a region-specific maintenance guide that keeps your rifle running in both.
Lever Action Carbines for Pacific Northwest Hunters: Why the Old Platform Still Wins in Timber Country
In Oregon's dense Coast Range and Cascade timber, a lever action carbine isn't nostalgia—it's a practical choice. Here's why experienced hunters keep reaching for them.
Hunting Rangefinder Guide: How to Choose, Set Up, and Use Your LRF for Western Big Game
A laser rangefinder is now as essential as your binoculars for western hunting. Here's a complete guide to choosing the right unit, understanding angle compensation, and using it in the field.
Wet Weather Shooting: How to Protect Your Rifle, Optics, and Ammo in the Pacific Northwest
Hunting in Oregon's rain means your gear takes a beating. Here's a practical guide to keeping your rifle zeroed, your optics clear, and your ammunition dry when the Pacific Northwest does what it does best.
Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays in Oregon: A Shooter's Complete Guide to Clay Target Sports
Clay target sports are the best way to sharpen your shotgun skills and have a blast doing it. Here's a practical guide to getting started in trap, skeet, and sporting clays at Oregon's best ranges.