Range Location: MP 174 Parks Highway Alaska ( near Cantwell, Alaska)
Welcome to the 2025 NRL Hunter ALASKAN WILDERNESS HUNTER.
This match is located in the rugged foothills of the Alaska Range, under the shadow of Denali and will provide realistic hunting scenarios from natural terrain in this region. You can expect heavy brush with angled slopes and gorgeous views. This time of year Alaska will be reaching the peak of the summer solstice offering nearly 24 hrs of daylight. With temperatures ranging from the mid 20s-60s with snow pack just above our match location. We highly suggest packing layers.
The firing line will be on a trail east of the highway, approximately 2/3 of a mile from the highway. Expect approximately 400’ of elevation gain across the course. Travel from parking to the firing line will be by foot. We will be shooting in a 180-degree field of fire with the no-shoot zone paralleling the highway. Expect targets from 15yd – 1,000yd along a 3-mile-long firing line. Moderate hiking will be required.
The Match Zero Range will be open for a limited amount of time on Saturday (RSOs have their own window), if you feel you’ll want more than a few rounds for confirmation, we strongly suggest you stop along the way to the match to zero – see below for convenient range options. Power factor will be checked (if necessary) in this same window.
Match Parking: There is a pull-off on the left (west) side of the highway just before the Hurricane Gulch Bridge. Just north of the bridge will be a signed lot for parking. Additional parking will be available along the highway.
Check-in: A tent will be set up in the parking lot just north of the bridge, serving as the check-in and banquet location. This will serve as a base of operations for the match.
Range Officers: We are seeking experienced RO’s. If you’d like the opportunity to compete and work as a stage RO for the match, please complete the RO Application (TBD). For more info email lrsalaska1000@gmail.com
ROs WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR POINTS & PRIZES AT THIS EVENT. With the goal of rewarding and securing quality ROs during the 2-day event, they have been offered the opportunity to complete all stages in a 1-day timeframe for points amongst the other hunters and prize eligibility. ROs will complete the full COF on the competitor Check-in Day.
Schedule: (Subject To Change!)
FRIDAY, June 20th
RO SHOOT DAY: 0700 – completion. ROs will shoot the entire COF for score. Lunch served at the shooting stages.
SHOOTER SIGHT IN IS LIMITED, Power Factor Check and a short window for sight in will be made available. See below for convenient range options along your travel route to the match.
SATURDAY, June 21st
0700 – 1100: Hunter check in and stage vendor set up. Lunch served on site.
0900 – 1100: Power Factor and Sight-In Window
1100: Hunter meeting and safety brief
1200 –1900: on station, competing until 12 stages are complete – Dinner served at the shooting stages.
This is solstice! We have 23 hours of daylight!
SUNDAY, June 22nd
0700: Hunters head directly to stages
0730: Stages open until COF is completed.
1400: Awards and late lunch in the tent on site
Match Fees:
Skill Division – $150 (Individual)
Individual Competitor – $300
Team Competitors (2) – $600
No refunds will be available, but if you need to sell your slot just keep us in the loop and we can adjust as needed.
Alaskan Adventures:
Local Half and Full Day Fishing Recommendations:
Full Day Saltwater Safari – Seward Alaska – Fishing for Halibut, Rock Fish and Pacific Cod on Tuesday, June 24th, 7am-5pm (possibly as late as 7pm) – contact Travis for Details, limited spots available.
Denali National Park – Hiking, bus tours, photography,
Travel:
Recommendation
Recommended – fly into Anchorage International Airport – more flight time options available. Rental vehicle availability is slightly higher. Please book rental vehicles well in advance! Anchorage is ~175 miles south of the match location.
Fairbanks, ~ 185 North of the match location, offers a more remote travel route and equally stunning views. Please reserve vehicles and lodging well in advance,
Lodging
The best pricing will be through local VRBO or Airbnb options, also available
Rifle Supplies:
Arctic Ammo Reloading, 4900 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654 10am-6pm
Located 40 miles N of Anchorage, shipping options available for heavy gear you don’t want to travel with. Call ahead for ammo reservation.
Shooting Range Options:
Upper Susitna Shooters Association, 52645 Parks Hwy, Willow, AK 99688 - Upper Susitna Shooters Association
Located at mile 94.5 of the Parks Highway
open 10am-6pm Monday, Thursday, Friday
open 10am-8pm Saturday and Sunday
Registration:
To register for the match visit the NRL Hunter website
Train up:
Accurate Advantage is hosting a train-up on May 24, 2025. For more information and to sign up visit Accurate Advantage’s website