Predator 20 H.A.R.T Challenge

The Predator 20 H.A.R.T Challenge is a bold journey into the world of sharp senses, silent stalks, and apex instincts. This challenge focuses on the toothy, the clawed, the camouflaged, and the creatures that command both respect and distance.

You’ll need to verify a H.A.R.T shot on 20 different predator species, spanning North America, Africa, and beyond. From the stealth of a mountain lion to the crushing power of a crocodile, this challenge brings you face to face with some of the most iconic and often misunderstood animals on the planet.

Safety, ethics, and precision matter here more than ever. These animals demand space, and the challenge demands your highest standard of care and preparation.

What You’ll Need to Complete This Challenge

To complete the Predator 20 Challenge, you must verify a H.A.R.T shot on each of the following predator species.

Qualification Criteria

Animal Type:

Black Bear, Grizzly Bear, Brown Bear, Lynx, Wolverine, Bobcat, Mountain Lion, Wolf, African Lion, Leopard, Crocodile, Alligator, Fox, Hyena, Coyote, Serval, Caracal,Badger,Jackal, Eagle,Only male animals qualify

Location:

Any location where the species naturally live or are ethically managed
May include public land, private land with permission, or preserves and ranches

H.A.R.T Shot Verification:

Must be completed using the H.A.R.T Shot App
Each shot can only be applied to one challenge
The challenge is selected after verification

Weapons Divisions

This challenge can be completed using any of the H.A.R.T divisions, though additional caution is advised:

Firearms Division:
Any firearm or replica that activates the H.A.R.T Shot app

H.A.R.Tchery Division:
Any bow system or faux bow compatible with the app

H.A.R.T Stick Division:
Camera-based shots designed to capture the moment without harm, in the spirit of the Native American Coup Stick tradition

Where to H.A.R.T

Land Access & Ethical Guidelines

You may H.A.R.T on:

Public land with H.A.R.T Stick only
Private land with permission
Preserves or hunting ranches (unless species-specific regulations apply)

You must:

Follow all regional wildlife regulations and licensing laws
Never approach predators in a way that provokes stress or confrontation
Maintain a safe distance of 30–50 yards or more when in a stand or hard sided blind
Maintain a distance of 100 yards or more when on foot
Use zoom lenses and additional magnification systems when applying the H.A.R.T Stick

Tips for Completing the Challenge

1

Work with Professionals

Outfitters and researchers can assist with ethical, safe access to high-risk species

2

Know the Signs

Predator signs are subtle. Scouting requires experience

3

Time It Right

Many predators are most active at dawn, dusk, or night

4

Don’t Push It

This is a conservation-minded challenge. Prioritize safety and animal well-being over the shot

Recognition and Record-Keeping

Each verified H.A.R.T shot earns you a commemorative Patch and a place in the H.A.R.T the Hunt Record Book. Also, you will be invited to purchase and collect all the Skullies for a one-of-a-kind trophy collection.

The first person to complete this challenge will help design and name the official Predator 20 trophy. All future completers may purchase a replica engraved with their name and date of completion. You may purchase a commemorative Skullie display board to show off the Skullies you collected during the challenge.

Why Take On the Predator 20 Challenge?

This challenge is about power and how to respect it. It’s about engaging with the world’s most formidable wildlife from a place of care, curiosity, and courage.

By completing the Predator 20 Challenge, you’ll:

Track and study the top of the food chain
Travel across continents and ecosystems
Demonstrate responsible predator engagement
Join a rare group of H.A.R.Ters who’ve succeeded against the odds

Start the Challenge

Download the H.A.R.T Shot App
Purchase your ammo (bullets, arrows, or Strikes)
Plan access to predator habitats with safety as your top priority
Make your H.A.R.T shots
Upload, verify, and apply it to the Predator 20 H.A.R.T Challenge

Download the App here:

Final Notes

The challenge is selected after verification
No single H.A.R.T shot can count toward multiple challenges
With family, challenges may be passed down but not stacked

H.A.R.T® HUNTS CHALLENGE

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