LONG RANGE PATROL

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Long Range Patrol is not a hobby class — it’s a call to arms for the Modern Minuteman. When the grid’s down, comms are dark, and help isn’t coming, you are the line. This course prepares capable civilians to fight, move, and survive against organized threats; because Near Peer conflict isn’t just some overseas problem anymore. It’s knocking on our doorstep, and the only ones who will be ready are the ones who train like it’s real. 

You’ll learn to operate beyond friendly lines: tracking, patrolling, observing, and hitting hard when it counts. This is deep-dirt, no-backup, rifle work for men who understand what it means to be left of bang. If you’re ready to drop the fantasy, step off the flat range, and start training like your neighborhood’s depending on you — Long Range Patrol is your proving ground. 

The movements in this class are centered around a 2-man team. Therefore, bring a buddy and save some money! See class options below.  

Calendar:

October 18-19, 2025

STANDBY

Most Patriot Training classes sell out quickly. However, we frequently have participants who have schedule changes, and cannot make the class they bought for whatever reason. Therefore, we offer a "STANDBY" list. Of course, this does not guarantee you a spot. However, most classes get one or two reschedules - usually the last week right before class. 

IF this class sells out, email us and we will put you on standby for the class at no charge. Of course, if a spot opens up, then you will need to act quickly to buy that spot! 

TOPICS INCLUDE

• All Patriot Training live fire classes have a thorough safety briefing and medical plan. 
• Mission planning: to include (but not limited to): infiltration, action at the site, exfil, as well as other considerations. 
• Patrol team structure and assignments. 
• Patrol organization and coordination. 
• Support team considerations. 
• Patrol types and purposes. 
• Dealing with an enemy ambush against your patrol. 
• Civilian patrolling considerations. 
• Communication - with and without electronic devices
• Danger areas, choke points, rally points, and other geographical points of interest. 
• Initiating action against an enemy patrol. 
• Recon patrol considerations.
• Combat patrol considerations. 
• Major differences from military style patrolling and why. 

FAQ

• Prerequisite: A basic civilian carbine course from a recognized source - the ability to safely handle your rifle / carbine at all times. We will not spend much time on basic weapon manipulation, loading, unloading, etc.  
• (If you do not meet this requirement, we are offering "Essential Rifleman" in conjunction with the class so you can participate!) 
• NOTE: This is NOT a ‘teach someone how to shoot’ class. All students must be able to safely handle their equipment / firearms; to include loading / unloading, drawing / holstering safely to attend 
• Fair chance: THIS IS NOT A SUITABLE FIRST CIVILIAN CLASS FOR ANYONE. 
• Family Discounts when attending with immediate family. 
• CURRENT / FORMER MILITARY: Come learn the carbine stuff the military didn't teach you!
• CURRENT / FORMER LAW ENFORCEMENT: This class contains the material you wish you had been taught!
• All PATRIOT TRAINING Class pricing includes any applicable range access charges - no surprise "gotcha" fees!
• FREE Patriot Training t-shirt with purchase of a 2025 class. Sizes in adult men's: Small - Medium - Large - XL - 2XL - 3XL

GUNS & GEAR

• A zeroed "fighting" rifle (semi auto magazine fed). AR or AK style rifle strongly preferred. AR/AK pistol OK.
• PCCs and 22 LR rifles are NOT recommended. They jam too much. The ones that jam the most are the ones that "never have had issues before." 
• Your SPR or DMR is welcome - be prepared to bring the skills to back it up! 
• Your rifle needs to have a Sling. Patriot Training recommends a 2-point Vickers sling, a Magpul MS style sling, or similar.
• Iron sights, red dots, LPVO scopes all acceptable. 
• 5+ rifle magazines, minimum.
• 500 rounds of rifle ammo - same brand / same type. 600+ is better. 
• Add 200 rounds for Essential Rifleman prerequisite class, if needed. 
• Eye protection & ear protection.  
• Chest Rig or Battle Belt - Able to transport a minimum of 3 rifle mags at a given time + mag in the rifle.
• Leatherman or similar
• Flashlight (not affixed to rifle)
• IFAK suggested, not required.
• Rucksack / Backpack
• New Notepad & pen - prefer "write in the rain" style.
• Lighter
• Survival knife (can be worn on belt / rig, or kept in rucksack)
• BRING A LUNCH for each day - we will have a "field lunch" each day.
• Duct tape
• Canteen(s) / water bladder - 2+ L of water
• 50 feet of 550 cord or similar
• Creature comforts - bug spray, sunscreen. 
• Your rucksack should weigh less than 30 pounds. 
• An LBE style belt is acceptable in place of the chest rig & ruck sack (or battle belt & ruck).  
• LBE must be able to carry all of the items from the chest rig + the rucksack. Most LBE belts will do this easily.  
• Range appropriate clothing
• Food & Water
• Notepad and Pen
• Sunscreen & bug spray
• Hand warmers in cold weather months
• Sight adjustment tools for your rifle
• Medical kit / IFAK (optional)
• Lawn Chairs (optional)
• Rear shooting bag (optional)
• Shemagh (optional) 
• Binoculars (optional)
• Range Finder (optional)
• Poncho (optional)
• Poncho liner - "woobie" (optional) 
• If you wear prescription lenses / glasses - BRING THEM! 

STRICTLY OPTIONAL

• Pistol / mags / ammo - we won't use it, but it is not forbidden. 
• Plate carriers / body armor - we won't use it, but it is not forbidden.

DO NOT BRING TO CLASS

• Green tip or armor piercing ammo - we will be shooting steel targets. 
• Steel cased ammo for AR-15s - you will hate yourself. Steel cased ammo OK for AK-47 and AK-74
• Hand loaded or remanufactured ammunition. Bring factory ammo only. 
• Mixed brands/types of ammo - bring a single brand and type
• Serpa Holsters. Nylon holsters. 
• Revolvers

FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED

You will be walking over 2-3 miles each day in class. You will need to be able to bend, kneel, go prone, etc. You will be carrying your rifle and a patrol pack most of the day each day. If there is a flexibility issue, we will try to accommodate. 

LOCATION

This class will be held at 

Mountain Top Gun & Archery.

11564 Harrison Ferry Rd., 

McMinnville, TN 37110

CLASS IS HELD 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM each day