Classes
Cedar Ridge Gunworks offers a rotating lineup of practical firearms courses built around real-world skills, equipment, and seasonal needs.
Foundations courses focus on understanding the why behind the gear, setup, and shooting fundamentals. Signature Classes take that knowledge further with hands-on application and more focused skill development.
Course offerings change throughout the year, so check back for upcoming dates and seasonal classes.
Foundations
Hunting Optics for the Maine Woods
Recoil is Not the Enemy- It's Physics
Hunting Optics for the Maine Woods
Magnification, objective size, field of view, eye relief, reticles, and mounting—plus why more power is not always better in the Maine woods.
Terminal Ballistics for Hunters
Recoil is Not the Enemy- It's Physics
Hunting Optics for the Maine Woods
Bullet construction, velocity, penetration, expansion, and shot placement—plus how to match the right cartridge and load to the game you’re actually hunting.
Recoil is Not the Enemy- It's Physics
Recoil is Not the Enemy- It's Physics
Recoil is Not the Enemy- It's Physics
Recoil, muzzle rise, firearm weight, stock fit, brakes, compensators, and technique all work together. Learn how to set up and shoot a firearm so it’s easier to control and faster to get back on target.
Signature Classes
Zeroed and Ready
Choosing the Right Hunting Rifle
Field Ready Rifle
Bring your hunting rifle and leave knowing exactly where it hits. We’ll check your setup, confirm your zero, make adjustments, and get your rifle ready for the season.
Field Ready Rifle
Choosing the Right Hunting Rifle
Field Ready Rifle
The bench won’t be in the woods with you. Learn how to build stable shooting positions using a backpack, stool, tree, or other available support and make confident shots in real hunting conditions.
Choosing the Right Hunting Rifle
Choosing the Right Hunting Rifle
Choosing the Right Hunting Rifle
There is no perfect hunting rifle—only the right rifle for the hunter and the terrain. Learn how cartridge, action type, weight, recoil, optics, and handling come together in a practical Maine hunting setup.