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Thunder Ranch The Official Thunder Ranch page member and precision rifleman. In 1993, Thunder Ranch®, Inc. In 2004 TR was successfully moved to Oregon.
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Clint Smith, President and Director of Thunder Ranch®, is a Marine Corps veteran of two infantry and Combined Action Platoon tours in Vietnam. His experience includes seven years as a police officer during which he served as head of the Firearms Training Division as well as being a S.W.A.T. He left law enforcement to serve as Operations Officer for the American Pistol Institute where he was Dean o

f instruction and was instrumental in range and curriculum development for A.P.I. In 1983, Clint founded International Training Consultants, Inc., an active mobile training program which is nationally recognized for innovative programs in Urban Rifle, Shotgun, Precision Rifle, and various handgun formats. In 1986, he served as Director of Training for Heckler & Koch, Inc., where he developed and taught progressive courses in fully automatic weapons as well as conventional weapons systems. opened to show not only innovative training, but numerous range designs and functions of a type not seen before in one facility. Clint is a contributor to American Handgunner, American Cop, GUNS and SWAT magazines and has published articles in many other national and international publications.

Defensive Handgun, followed by Urban R***e at Talladega Marksmanship Park is the way to go!Come learn what Thunder Ranch...
09/04/2026

Defensive Handgun, followed by Urban R***e at Talladega Marksmanship Park is the way to go!

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Thunder Ranch is back ON TOUR! and coming to Talladega, Alabama this December!This is a great way to experience the exce...
09/03/2026

Thunder Ranch is back ON TOUR! and coming to Talladega, Alabama this December!

This is a great way to experience the exceptional training offered in every class, without the travel across country.

But we have to caution you- if you take this class, you’re going to want to come out to the ranch. You’ve been warned ;)

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Law Enforcement Sniper TUNE UP—is an intensive, immersive program crafted for police snipers, military personnel, or tho...
09/02/2026

Law Enforcement Sniper TUNE UP—is an intensive, immersive program crafted for police snipers, military personnel, or those in similar roles. It builds on foundational and advanced training, pushing even the most seasoned snipers with challenges across urban and rural environments on Thunder Ranch’s 877-acre facility.

This course is all inclusive lodging and food- all meals provided (Breakfast, lunch,dinner) and home cooked, starting with dinner upon arrival the evening before class.

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“The Ranch Report” is the best way to stay in the know about everything Thunder Ranch- from schedule and class releases,...
09/01/2026

“The Ranch Report” is the best way to stay in the know about everything Thunder Ranch- from schedule and class releases, to tips, swag, and more…minus the spam and nonstop pestering.

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An experience like nothing else- High Angle R***e (HART) is an advanced course that pushes the boundaries of precision s...
08/31/2026

An experience like nothing else- High Angle R***e (HART) is an advanced course that pushes the boundaries of precision shooting, while requiring you to hike at high altitudes for extended periods, carrying all necessary gear.

Sound like something you’re into?

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This 4-day, all-inclusive, Law Enforcement class is designed to fill many gaps seen in encounters with police snipers at...
08/30/2026

This 4-day, all-inclusive, Law Enforcement class is designed to fill many gaps seen in encounters with police snipers attending our training courses, as well as our own experiences on what we believe should be taught in a “basic” sniper course.

Though technically a basic class, it is far from basic. There will be an emphasis on the fundamentals executed at a very high level. Both new and experienced LE will be challenged… and likely exposed to new skills.

Students will be exposed to a broad spectrum of scenarios in both Urban and Rural settings. Our 877-acre ranch offers opportunities available in very few places.

So, whether you need a basic class or a tune up on new skills since your last class, this 40 hour + course is for you.

BONUS: Lodging and meals are provided for this all-inclusive course!

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The most fun you can find this side of the Mississippi… FUDDSTOCK with Steve Fisher at Thunder Ranch!Another round in 20...
08/29/2026

The most fun you can find this side of the Mississippi… FUDDSTOCK with Steve Fisher at Thunder Ranch!

Another round in 2027? What do you guys think?

Want to learn Night Vision but don’t have the equipment yet…. This class is for you! In addition to the Urban R***e inst...
08/29/2026

Want to learn Night Vision but don’t have the equipment yet…. This class is for you!

In addition to the Urban R***e instruction Thunder Ranch is known for, you will also get an introduction to night vision shooting and gain a level of knowledge and experience to drive your future training needs and potential purchases.

No night vision equipment needed- students will be given high quality helmets, dual tube White Phosphor night vision devices and the most current high end laser aiming modules available.

Come train in the dark at Thunder Ranch!

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Mid Range R***e at Thunder Ranch offers the opportunity to extend your shooting proficiency from 100 to 700 yards, with ...
08/28/2026

Mid Range R***e at Thunder Ranch offers the opportunity to extend your shooting proficiency from 100 to 700 yards, with a focus on achieving first-round hits, particularly within closer distances of 0-300 yards.

This comprehensive training will push the limits of your r***e and scope combination, ensuring you maximize their potential.

Among the highlights of the course are:
• The fundamentals of spotting
• Providing accurate corrections and calls for your shooting partner
• Shooting in wind
• Dialing in scope corrections/DOPE
• Holdovers using the reticle

But that’s not all!

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When Steve Fisher brings it for Fuddstock 2.0 things get…well, as expected. And it’s AWESOME!TD1 photo dump.
08/28/2026

When Steve Fisher brings it for Fuddstock 2.0 things get…well, as expected. And it’s AWESOME!

TD1 photo dump.

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96747 Highway 140 East
Lakeview, OR
97630

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