Meet your instructor, Colby Ingram, Leupold & Stevens Chief of Range Operations and Director of the Leupold Optics Academy. Colby will guide you through an effective, easy-to-execute plan to put you in a comfortable, safe, and well-informed position to be a great marksman.

It’s common to get overly excited and frantic “in the moment”, while lining up a shot. If your fundamentals quickly go out the window, this lesson is key. Colby dissects the mindset you need - mental tenacity and discipline - to be successful in the field.

You may have found a good ammunition for your particular application, but that doesn't necessarily mean your selection translates to another rifle or for a different scenario. In this chapter, Colby breaks down exactly what is needed to select the right bullet in multiple scenarios.

Each hunter must weigh optic options and its features differently for each application. Once you know your needs, making an informed decision becomes easier with a prioritized list of features.

Learn key tasks to make sure your rifle is ready for shooting and that your scope is properly installed. This includes scope mounting, checking your eye relief and marking your optics.

In this chapter learn in detail how to bore sight and zero your rifle.

Whether you are shooting a bolt action in competition, plinking for fun, or on a once-in-a-lifetime hunt where missing is not an option, the fundamentals will remain consistent across the board.

Building off sound shooting fundamentals, Colby ties them all together to
increase your effectiveness and lethality on game at any distance and
position.

A clean gun is not only a safe gun, but it also ensures longevity of your
shooting iron. Learn how to properly clean the barrel, action, and stock for
optimal shooting condition to maintain down-range success.

Colby shares the top ten tips to take away from this course to ensure your
mindset, techniques, and equipment stay in-sync for years to come.