Frag Out! Magazine
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So when's the next time? – that was my first thought right after TC Camp ended. I haven't felt such a positive surge of emotions, knowledge, and experiences in a long time, and returning to "civilian life" marked the end of an incredible, highly condensed, and substantive adventure. The guys from Tar- get Creators definitely know their stuff well. Alright, I won't sugarcoat it; I'll tell you how it was, no fluff. With the note that this is my perspective, and each of the 16 participants will have a different story for you. I was encouraged by a friend who said, "It's awesome!". Since I trust him, his recom- mendation almost convinced me, but I still decided to think about it, because I had ne- ver "played" with intense mountain hiking or trekking. I don't like cold water, and that pho- to of a soldier submerged in water, looking ice-cold, was promoting this event. Although Łasuch convinced me that "it won't be that hardcore; we just didn't have any other pho- to," I didn't have faith, knowing that camps themselves come with surprises. Reverse psychology probably kicked in, and I figu- red I needed to face that cold water and see what happens. I wanted to add something to my sho- oting experience that would allow me to test myself, learn new skills, and expe- rience something different from what I do every day. I take part in dynamic shooting competitions regularly, with very good results. I got into "tactical" shooting a few years ago, but it took a backseat to sports, so I've been intensely brushing up on my skills. I expected to learn some- thing that would enhance my practical skills in using an AR. As a profession, I work in training and implementing pro- ject management in companies that are mature enough for it, so I also had a huge appetite to learn how the specialists do it. Have my expectations been met? I'll surprise you. No. They have been far ex- ceeded. And I'm not writing this because I want milder treatment from the guys at the next camp, because I know it won't happen. I just have a view of what is of- fered to civilians in the firearms training market, and there is no "commando stuff" because everything is there for a reason. Let's go step by step. What can you expect after registering for the Camp? First things first, a list of inventory kit. I had to gather practically everything ex- cept for the uniform, boots, and basic shooting gear. I borrowed a backpack and sleeping bag from my daughter – civilian- -spec ones are sufficient. Luckily, I could ask more experienced colleagues, and almost everything I bought hit the mark and will serve me well for a long time. I've already tested it on another trip, and it seems I've gotten so into it that there will be many more. Regarding the gear itself, it's a huge les- son – familiarize yourself with every piece of equipment before the trip. Even the smallest element. That darn poncho seemed so simple to use that it shouldn't cause problems, but mine came alive at night when I was tired and tried to stran- gle me. That's how I felt at the time; later, it turned out that the user was to blame. You get a location to reach by a certain Ph fr Ph fr REPORT