Not everyone is an ice fisherman or wants to join a bowling league, so what can you do?

For myself, I dress up like the Michelin Man and brave the cold to go predator hunting.

It can teach you many things.

Predator hunting with Model 2020 Waypoint rifle

Don’t let the cold weather keep you from getting outside. The Model 2020 Waypoint is the perfect hunting companion.

How do you layer properly for warmth?

How does your rifle react on an authentically cold bore or first cold shot?

How does your rifles accuracy change from 70F in the summer to 10F in the winter?

Hunting with the Waypoint rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor

With the varying, unpredictable terrain of North Dakota, the lightweight nature of the Waypoint made it easier to get into a prime hunting position.

How well can you call your own wind when you are in a sea of white snow?

I had tremendous confidence in my rifle, optic and ammunition going into this hunt.

This part of the state has numerous bowls and valleys with snow-capped precipices jutting out from clay rock formations.

Complete predator Hunting Package

The Model 2020 Waypoint fitted with a Vortex 4-16×44 scope and SilencerCo Hybrid 46 suppressor make for a complete hunting package.

It is a beautiful but unforgiving region of the country in the winter.

Our efforts might have seemed meager for our troubles, but they were incredibly thankful, nonetheless.

Give it a look and customize it to your liking.

Lightweight Springfield Armory hunting rifle

Having a rifle that is lightweight can make or break a hunting trip. The feathery nature of the Waypoint kept the author hunting all day long.

As always, join us again soon onThe Armory Life, be safe out there, and happy shooting!

Springfield Armory hunting rifle

Perfect for winter hunting, the Model 2020 Waypoint handled the bitter cold without an issue.

SilencerCo Hybrid 46 suppressor on Waypoint rifle

A SilencerCo Hybrid 46 helps to reduce the damaging sounds of gunfire for a more pleasant experience.

Model 2020 Waypoint Series

Vortex Diamondback Tactical 4-16×44

SilencerCo Hybrid 46

Federal Varmint & Predator

Magpul MS1 QDM Sling

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