My brother moved to alaska currently keni about a year ago and now is oficially a resident and can afford to go hunting. How accurately you shoot is far more important than the type of rifle, cartridge, and bullet you choose. In fact, a former member of this rifle team called the nanooks, won a gold medal at the last olympics. University of alaskafairbanks sports news and features, including conference, nickname, location and official social media. The condition is used in great condition, i would rate the gun at 99%. The rifle dimension requirement was in mind when we started developing the alaskan express rifles. I couldnt find a place in the ssi reference section for the adc patches, so i will create my own, and perhaps someone can move it later. Ruger makes what i consider a near perfect alaska rifle in its guide gun. Alaska 4h shooting sports satisfaction survey 20162017 it is sometimes necessary to dig deep to nourish the roots. A workmate living in southeast alaska hunted ptarmigan with me near cantwell in april several years ago and he was preoccupied with his favorite hunting that would begin soon.
The nanooks rifle team most recently won the 2008 national championship and appeared as runnerup to texas christian university in. Mens and womens rifle university of alaska fairbanks athletics. As mentioned earlier, these dependable rifles shoot straight and true at long ranges. It is likely that you or someone you know will be required to protect themselves or your family. May 07, 2017 ruger makes what i consider a near perfect alaska rifle in its guide gun. Members of the university of alaska fairbanks rifle team douse head coach dan jordan with silly string after winning the 2007 ncaa championship on march 10, 2007, at the uaf patty center.
I will be using a business card for this transaction. Early guide peter kewan killed 48 kodiak bears with a beat up. Theyre perfect for lightbodied dall sheep in the mountains and caribou over wideopen tundra. I live in oregon and most everything can be taken by a 308 win or smaller but i would assume the shots up there would be longerin the pacific nw. Alaskas top gun, alaska department of fish and game. Alaska game bags products are super tough and of the highest quality a game bag that is compact, odor free, and can be reused. Alaska 4h shooting sports satisfaction survey 20162017. My brother moved to alaskacurrently keni about a year ago and now is oficially a resident and can afford to go hunting. Alaska nanooks rifle coach dan jordan resigns local news.
There are no simple answers when it comes to selecting a firearm and accompanying ammunition. Clean, wellorganized, and professionally moderated, alaskas list is classifieds done right. This all stainless crf comes with a 20inch barrel chambered 300 win. Firearms and ammunition for hunting in alaska, alaska. Alaskas list is a huge, online classifieds service, featuring thousands of firearms being offered for sale by users throughout the greatland and beyond. Ats promotes firearm safety for all individuals, from the novice gun owner just learning how to operate their weapon properly to the advanced user honing their skills. These three are used by most alaska hunters to hunt deer, caribou, moose, and other large game. Our master gunsmith on staff has an excellent reputation and our friendly staff will help you with all your gunsmithing needs whether they be repairs, refinishing, transfers, or custom work. Custom rifles arctic gunworks, fairbanks alaska gunsmith. The 10time ncaa champion alaska nanooks rifle team competes in the patriot rifle conference. The nanooks just won their 10th ncaa title last week.
So, the original project focused on the mechanics, a new heavier barrel that was properly. University of alaskafairbanks the official site of the. Alaska has some very large game animals, including 1600pound mature bull moose and 1500pound coastal brown bears. I want to buy him a rifle but am unsure of what is a good caliber for alaska. The lightest rifle considered for the alaska department of fish and games top five big game calibers list was the. Ua in the news ua news center university of alaska.
The official 201920 mens and womens rifle roster for the university of alaska fairbanks nanooks. The alaska rifle club is affiliated with the national rifle association of america and the civilian marksmanship program. Uaf rifle team finishes regular season uaf nanooks. May 06, 2009 for example, the most popular all around cartridges in alaska are the. Replay you knew it was coming for the final showing of alaska day here on flo, weve chosen a special one. Only last years west virginia rifle team was more accurate than this springs. Find your perfect alaska rifle ron spomer outdoors.
For those of you who dont know, we have a rifle team at the university of ak, fairbanks uaf, that has been very successful through the years. Clean, wellorganized, and professionally moderated, alaska s list is classifieds done right. Horton range in the uaf patty center on sunday, november 23, 2014. When it comes to alaskas most dangerous gamebearskeeping your nerves under control is the biggest factor in making a clean shot.
The alaska territorial guard atg, more commonly known as the eskimo scouts, was a military reserve force component of the us army, organized in 1942 in response to attacks on united states soil in hawaii and occupation of parts of alaska by japan during world war ii. Alaska fairbanks postseason ban upheld by ncaa division ii infractions appeals. The intent of this survey is to help us build a better program together. Heres your perfect alaska rifle, part 2 ron spomer outdoors. When talking grizzlies and brown bears, you could opt for a bigger bore rifle, but if the shots arent precise, youre still going to be faced with tracking down wounded game. I prefer to make this donation and future donations anonymously. The university of alaska fairbanks, the nations northernmost land, sea, and space grant university and international research center, advances and disseminates knowledge through teaching, research and public service with an emphasis on alaska, the circumpolar north and their diverse peoples. The question is not so much what youll be hunting as, will you be in bear country. The friends of nike site summit fonss, a volunteer organization, partnered with the nps alaska region cultural resources team, jber, the alaska state historic preservation office, and the alaska association for historic preservation. We prefer the rifle mounted across the aft section on the front rack. I just got to old to be packing it over mountains or it would be all i would own now. The ultimate long range rifle alliance custom armory.
I suspect that the argument of what rifle cartridge is the best all around caliber for alaska big game hunting has burned as many calories in heated debate as what truck is better, ford or chevy. As such, alaska currently does not conduct annual qualifications for leosa. After three years and thousands of hours of volunteer labor guided summer tours began in 2012. A superior camo rifle and shotgun cover made from stronger, lighter, more durable material. Though rifle became an official ncaa sport in 1980, alaska fairbanks has had a team since 1937, and it was highly successful in the. The university of alaska fairbanks is a aaeo employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.
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The best rifle i ever had suited for alaska was the m1 garand. You can also order this item attached to the front of one of our high or low profile poly caps by selecting from the drop down menu. Apr 30, 2017 for those who dont mind recoil, the 375 ruger is a good candidate for the allround alaska rifle. For sale here is a very clean lightly used chiappa alaskan takedown scout rifle in. Alaska s list is a huge, online classifieds service, featuring thousands of firearms being offered for sale by users throughout the greatland and beyond. Membership is open to all without regard to age, race, color, creed, or religion. Many excellent fork type devices are offered for this.
The modernized model 1892 alaskan takedown the alaskan is an allweather rifle with a durable hardchrome finish on all of the major components. The wood and forend are also weatherized with a black rubberized, overmolded, softtouch finish. The models which are ported are 42with 34 length of pull. Alaska, rifle of choice lightfighter tactical forum. When thinking of alaskan sports, one would typically think dog mushing. One man who has been a part of the teams rich history, is current.
Page 1 of 5 alaska defense command ssi posted in army and usaaf. This model has a 16 inch barrel an for sale by the sportsmans shop on gunsamerica 991875818. Alaska fairbanks is an ncaa rifle dynasty, with 10. If youve perused the original part i of this story you know that i had always intended to have a fine high grade english walnut stock made for this rifle, but lacked the time and the funds to do so. Give to nanook athletics uaf university of alaska system. Check out videos from our alaska nanooks rifle program. If you guys like the gear i wear in the video help me out and order some from the links. Sisters and university of alaska fairbanks rifle team members kasey barnes, left, and jaimie barnes stand in the e. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Tricky trespasser confronts me wait until you see what.
Tricky trespasser confronts me wait until you see what she. We came across a trespasser and what we find out she is hiding and why is crazy. May 09, 20 the question is not so much what youll be hunting as, will you be in bear country. Alaska fairbanks is an ncaa rifle dynasty, with 10 national. The nanooks uaf rifle team wins 10th ncaa crown fairbanks. Ua in the news ua news center university of alaska system.
We shoot many different types of rifle matches, so theres a good change you can participate with equipment. For example, the most popular all around cartridges in alaska are the. He is a diehard spring sooty grouse formerly called blue grouse hunter and he was looking for a flatter shooting rifle than his current. Barnes sisters aim high on alaska rifle team uaf nanooks. One mile shot, long range shot, sharpshooter, marksman. Though rifle became an official ncaa sport in 1980, alaska fairbanks has had a team since 1937, and it was highly successful in the 1960s under former army master sgt. Privacy notice you are attempting to access information that is protected by federal privacy law. April 2027, 2020 stories may require subscriptions to access april 23, 2020 uaf spinout company claims environmental innovation prize. Located in fairbanks, ak, the alaska nanooks are a ncaa d2 member institution, which also. This will be the final match for the nooks as the team attempts to climb the ranks into the top eight and individuals get one more shot at qualifying. To promote your local classified on patch, create an account and start posting here. Jun 06, 2018 we came across a trespasser and what we find out she is hiding and why is crazy. For those who dont mind recoil, the 375 ruger is a good candidate for the allround alaska rifle.
This model has a 16 inch barrel and comes with the factory box and owners manuals. Mar 17, 2008 for those of you who dont know, we have a rifle team at the university of ak, fairbanks uaf, that has been very successful through the years. Uaf americas arctic university promotes academic excellence, student success and lifelong learning. April 2027, 2020 stories may require subscriptions to access april 23, 2020 uaf spinout company claims environmental innovation prize fairbanks daily newsminer 04232020.