2024 Leupold Relentless Rifleman
MD: Dane Lentz, John Snodgrass
Location: Madras, OR
Dates: May 24-26, 2024
Cost: $150 Skills, $275 Individual, $550 for team
Dates: May 24-26, 2024
Range Address: 44.541417, -120.984043 (SE Frank Forest Road Madras, OR 97741)
Welcome to beautiful Central Oregon! Our match is located in the high desert terrain just west of the Ochoco National Forest where you will be spoiled with breath taking views of the Cascade Range and Mt Jefferson during your stay. Central Oregon is home to Elk, Mule Deer, Cougar and Coyotes which provides endless opportunities for locals to get out and explore/hunt.
This will replicate a true western hunting experience, and the game animals here know better than to hang out in the open fields. You will be hunting in a juniper rich environment along a cliff approximately 1 mile long. This ground is rocky so wear boots with ankle support and watch your step! 20 stages, minimum round count of 80, max of 160 but having a few extra rounds may be beneficial for a side stage. Due to the terrain, expect to lose some brass. Targets will range from 200y-950y, average around 475y.
The parking area is a few hundred yards from the hunting area. The terrain outside of the parking area does not treat vehicles nicely so be prepared to put in roughly 3 miles of hiking across both days.
Average temps for the end of May range from 40º to 72º.
Bring your family and spend Memorial Day Weekend in Central Oregon. This area is LOADED with activities for every age group.
Rock climbing: Smith Rock State Park has over 2,000 recognized climbing routes.
Fishing: The Deschutes River is one of the premier fly fishing rivers of the PNW. May/June is the best time for big trout.
Shopping: The Old Mill District in Bend is a perfect place for your family to shop and dine while you’re shooting the match. There are more than 55 shops and restaurants spread across 270 acres along the Deschutes River. And did I mention that Oregon is TAX FREE shopping?
Beer: Central Oregon is home to over 40 breweries. If you’re a craft beer enthusiast be sure to check out some of the local brewpubs for a burger and beer.
SEEKING ROs:
IF you’re interested in ROing this event, please submit to the following RO Application: https://practiscore.com/2024-nrl-hunter-relentless-rifleman-ro-sign-up/register. Anyone may apply, however, space is limited and not guaranteed.
To help us reward quality ROs during the 2-day event, vetted individuals will be offered a complimentary slot for an opportunity to complete all stages in 1-day timeframe (on the RO Shoot Day). This will be for points amongst the other hunters and for prize eligibility. The opportunity at this is set to take place on the competitor Check-in Day.
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Match Fees
Skills Division – $150 (Individual)
Individual Hunter – $275
Team Hunters (2) – $550
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There are no refunds, however, transfers will be accepted upon communication with your MD.
Schedule
FRIDAY, MAY 24th
RO SHOOT DAY
- 6:30AM – RO Hunter safety briefing
- 7:00AM – ROs shoot for points amongst all hunters and are eligible for prizes (all stages)
- Lunch Provided for ROs who are shooting
- 4:00PM – Weigh-in/Velocity at Check-in Table immediately after completion
HUNTER CHECK-IN DAY 1:00pm – 5:00pm
- Check-in, Weigh-in, Velocity
- Zero Rifle, Targets at distance
- Vendor Day
- Complimentary Train-up
SATURDAY, MAY 25th
- 6:30AM – Hunter Safety Briefing
- 7:00AM – Hunters to Stages
- 7:30AM – Intended time to begin hunting steel (12 Stages)
- Lunch Provided
- 3PM – Intended time of Day 1 completion
SUNDAY, MAY 26th
- 6:45AM – Hunters on stages
- 7:00AM – Intended time to begin hunting steel (8 Stages)
- Snacks Provided (encouraged to bring your own snacks as well)
- 1:00PM – Intended time of Day 2 completion
- Awards begin immediately after match completion. Meal Provided.
- Location of Awards: Check In / Vendor Area
HUNTING SIMULATION BY MATCH DIRECTOR
TARGET AQUISITION – 4
PHYSICAL – 3
OVERALL – 4
TARGET ACQUISITION (identity type / amongst terrain)
PHYSICAL (walking/hiking/distance)
OVERALL CHALLENGE (difficulty level)
Weather
Food
Plenty of restaurants available throughout Madras, Redmond, and Prineville.
Wild Wings Station, Madras, OR
Rio Distinctive Mexican Cuisine, Madras, OR
Black Bear Diner, Madras, OR
Travel
Lodging
The Inn at Cross Keys Station
66 NW Cedar St, Madras, OR 97741
541-475-5800
Quality Inn
12 SW 4th St, Madras, OR 97741
541-475-6141
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
651 US-26, Madras, OR 97741
541-475-4633
Motel 6
1539 US-97, Madras, OR 97741
541-475-7217
Budget Inn
133 NE 5th St, Madras OR 97741
541-304-8703
Best Western
1475 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR 97754
541-447-8080
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
1773 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR 97754
541-447-7100
Econo Lodge
123 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR 97754
541-447-6231
There are plenty of Air BnB and VRBO properties around as well.
- Dry camping available on-site. Please put in this request with your MD.
- RV Parks near by
Airport
Redmond Municipal Airport
2522 SE Jessie Butler Circle, Unit 17
Redmond, OR 97756
- Portland, OR, 2.5 hrs away
Rifle Supplies
Deschutes Arms and Munitions
319 SE Logsden St, Bend, OR
541-508-7149
For camping / outdoors supplies:
Sportsmans Warehouse
63492 NW Hunnell Rd, Bend, OR
541-693-5000
Coastal Country
3141 S Hwy 97, Redmond, OR
541-548-4095
*All information provided as a service, we strongly advise that all potential competitors do their own travel planning and research to find what works best for them individually!