{"product_id":"day-optic-master-your-reticle","title":"Day Optic - Master Your Reticle","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstand Your Optic. Master Your Reticle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTake Your Precision Shooting Further\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a capable rifle and a quality optic. But do you fully understand the information available through your reticle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern riflescopes offer more than magnification. They provide the ability to measure targets, estimate distances, and make elevation and wind corrections. Understanding how to use these features is what turns a riflescope into a more effective tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallistic applications and Kestrels are valuable. We use them too. But what happens when you want to understand the calculations rather than simply accept the numbers?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThat's where Day Optic Reticle comes in.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis eight-hour course combines three hours of classroom instruction with five hours of practical live-fire training at Coleman's Creek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll learn how MOA and MIL reticles work, how to interpret angular measurements, and how to apply that knowledge at distances from 100 to 800 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing traditional methods and the MIL-DOT Master, you'll develop a better understanding of your optic system without depending on electronic ballistic solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding MOA and MIL angular measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading and interpreting your riflescope reticle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP) optic applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReticle subtensions and target measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReticle-based range estimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding bullet trajectory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculating and applying elevation holds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind estimation and corrections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the MIL-DOT Master\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserving impacts and understanding corrections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassroom Knowledge Meets Range Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Classroom Instruction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn the principles behind your optic system, including angular measurements, reticle interpretation, range estimation, and ballistic calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch and Travel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e12:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Coleman's Creek\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply what you've learned during live-fire exercises at distances from 100 to 800 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will shoot from established shooting benches and range props while learning to interpret their reticles, calculate corrections, and evaluate results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll gather useful information about your rifle at extended distances, but developing a comprehensive DOPE chart is not the objective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe purpose of this course is to understand your optic system and learn how to use it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum practical shooting distance depends on your equipment, ammunition, environmental conditions, and demonstrated ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRifle and Optic Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth bolt-action and semiautomatic rifles are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP) riflescopes are approved. Optics must feature an MOA or MIL reticle suitable for angular measurements and hold corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour rifle and optic must be ready before class:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiflescope securely mounted and properly leveled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect eye relief established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRifle and optic combination capable of producing a five-shot group of 2 inches or less at 100 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRifle properly sighted in, preferably with a 100-yard zero\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope adjustments and reticle functioning correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optic mounting, leveling, and initial sight-in are not part of this course. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eastwoodoutfitters.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEastwood Outfitters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e can mount your optic if needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-action or semiautomatic rifle minimum ability is 2\" Group at 100 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly mounted MOA or MIL riflescope \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eastwoodoutfitters.com\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEastwood Outfitters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e can mount your optic if needed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBipod or suitable front shooting support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear shooting bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e200 rounds of quality ammunition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiflescope owner's manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable ammunition ballistic information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotebook, pen or pencil, and calculator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye and hearing protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppropriate outdoor clothing and footwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater and lunch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmmunition Restrictions:\u003c\/strong\u003e No steel-core, armor-piercing (AP), or incendiary projectiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour \u003cstrong\u003e$250 tuition\u003c\/strong\u003e includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree hours of classroom instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive hours of practical range instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIL-DOT Master\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudent guide booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColeman's Creek range fee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Instructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Boyette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU.S. Army Squad Designated Marksman Instructor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth Carolina Law Enforcement Sniper School Graduate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKnow What You're Seeing. 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