Steel City Safari 2026

A demanding NRL Hunter match on 600+ acres of Alabama hill country, requiring target detection, ranging, and engagement from 160–1,000 yards with movement, terrain, and weather as constant factors.

Steel City Safari 2026
Long Range Shooting Events & Competitions

overview

The NRL Hunter Steel City Safari runs February 6–8, 2026, at Steel City Precision near West Blocton, Alabama. Set across more than 600 acres of rugged, wooded terrain, this match emphasizes real-world hunting fundamentals over square-range shooting.

Hunters will locate, range, and engage targets from 160 to 1,000 yards, including a moving target, using natural terrain and unconventional sightlines uncommon in the Southeast. Tripods are strongly recommended. Expect variable weather, elevation changes, and foot movement between stages.

What to expect:

  • Natural terrain NRL Hunter format with field-style target acquisition
  • Target distances from 160–1,000 yards
  • Walking match: ~1 mile per day between stages
  • Limited zero/data confirmation (100 yd zero, up to ~640 yd available)
  • Rain and mud likely—gear protection matters
  • No refunds; slot transfers allowed with notice

Shooter Insight:

This match rewards preparation and fieldcraft, data gaps, weather exposure, and movement punish anyone relying solely on square-range habits.

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Organized by
NRL Hunter

Event Dates

February 6, 2026

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February 7, 2026

type

NRL Hunter

Access

Open

cost

$
275

location

Vance, AL