LoneStar Handgun

Rifle Zeroing Workshop

This workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques required to accurately zero a rifle for optimal shooting performance. This course is suitable for both beginners and experienced shooters who wish to enhance their marksmanship skills and achieve consistent point of impact at various distances. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical hands-on training, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to zero different types of rifles with various optics and sights.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Rifle Zeroing:

• Importance of rifle zeroing for accuracy

• Basic concepts of point of aim and point of impact

2. Rifle Components and Optics Overview:

• Understanding the components of a rifle and their impact on zeroing

• Overview of different types of optics and sights

3. Selecting Zeroing Distance:

• Factors influencing the choice of zeroing distance

• Practical considerations for zeroing distance selection

4. Fundamentals of Marksmanship:

• Proper shooting stance, grip, and posture

• Breathing control and trigger squeeze techniques

• Importance of consistency in shooting techniques

5. Zeroing Process Step-by-Step:

• Preparing the shooting range and safety considerations

• Initial shots and assessing point of impact

• Adjusting sights or optics based on impact analysis

• Repeating the process for precise zeroing

6. Sight Adjustment Techniques:

• Understanding elevation and windage adjustments

• Using adjustment knobs, tools, and reticle markings

• Translating adjustments into real-world shooting scenarios

7. Accounting for External Factors:

• Windage and elevation compensation for varying conditions

• Effects of different types of ammunition on zero

8. Confirming and Maintaining Zero:

• Verifying zero with final shot groupings

• Methods for maintaining zero over time

• Importance of periodic zero checks

9. Recording and Data Management:

• Keeping a zeroing log for future reference

• Documenting adjustments and distances for different rifles/optics

10. Practical Application and Range Exercises:

• Guided hands-on practice with instructor supervision

• Shooting drills to reinforce zeroing techniques

• Troubleshooting common zeroing challenges

11. Safety and Range Etiquette:

• Safe firearm handling practices during zeroing

• Proper range etiquette and communication

12. Q&A and Practical Tips:

• Addressing participant questions and concerns

• Sharing practical tips for efficient zeroing

Bring one rifle (with or without optic), 20 rounds of ammo, hearing and eye protection. We will assist you with bore sighting your rifle and zeroing to 25yds. With the information provided you will be able to finalize your zero to 100yds on the zeroing range after the workshop.