Marksmanship

A hunting technique where you locate game at a distance (spot) and then move quietly to get withi...

Where the projectile impacts an animal’s vital zone, key to ethical, quick kills and minimal woun...

Any area where unintended contact (e.g., a sling swivel, hand placement) can alter a firearm’s or...

An ideal shot placement hitting both the heart and lungs for a quick, humane harvest of big game ...

A popular rimfire cartridge with low recoil, commonly used for small game and target shooting; va...

An optic with magnification mounted on a rifle, offering a clearer view of distant targets for ac...

The actual spot where a bullet or arrow strikes the target; differs from point of aim if the sigh...

A youth program teaching firearm and archery basics, emphasizing safety and responsible marksmans...

Aligning a rifle’s sights or scope so bullets land at the point of aim at a specific distance, cr...

The amount of force needed to fire a shot; heavier or inconsistent triggers can reduce accuracy.

The art of shooting birds in flight, requiring quick reflexes and proper lead estimation.

A lightweight rifle typically with a forward-mounted scope, designed for versatility in varied hu...

Iron sights without an aperture, often featuring a front post and rear notch; commonly seen on ba...

Gear like earplugs or earmuffs that safeguard hearing from gunshot noise.

Sideways movement of a projectile due to wind or other factors; shooters often compensate by adju...

A gun powered by compressed air or CO₂, often used for small game or target practice.

A high-powered, compact telescope used to observe distant animals or targets for range estimation...

Maintaining proper stance and alignment after releasing an arrow or pulling a trigger, ensuring c...

Adjusting firearm sights or a scope so that the bullet hits the intended point of aim at a chosen...

A small aperture in the rear sight of a bow or rifle that provides a precise aiming point.

Firing at an upward or downward angle, requiring compensation for gravity and trajectory differen...

The method of determining distance to a target, vital for proper shot placement in archery and fi...

A form of varmint or pest control used for marksmanship practice; subject to varying regulations.

A timed shooting sport where participants use a rifle, shotgun, and pistol in various stages, hon...

The slight movement or slack in a trigger before it releases, potentially affecting accuracy and ...

A shooting stance where the hunter lies flat on the stomach for maximum stability, often used in ...

Firing a rifle or shotgun without external support (standing or kneeling); emphasizes stance and ...

The precise spot on a target where a shooter aligns sights or a scope reticle before firing.