H.A.R.T® HUNTS CHALLENGE

Tiny Ten

The Tiny Ten H.A.R.T Challenge is a quest for detail, discipline, and deliberate action. It focuses on Africa’s smallest antelope species; elusive creatures that slip through shadows and demand an entirely different kind of fieldcraft than their larger cousins.

This isn’t about size. It’s about skill. These animals move quickly, hide effectively, and often appear only for seconds at a time. To complete the challenge, you’ll need to verify a H.A.R.T shot on all ten species in their natural, native African environments.

For H.A.R.Ters who value stealth, observation, and connection to habitat, this challenge is a rare gem.

What You’ll Need to Complete This Challenge

To complete the Tiny Ten Challenge, you must verify a H.A.R.T shot on each of the ten species listed below.

Qualification Criteria

Animal Type:

Blue Duiker, Red Duiker, Sharpe’s Grysbok, Steenbok, Klipspringer, Cape Grysbok, Suni, Dik-dik, Oribi, Common Duiker, Only male animals qualify

Location:

  • Only Africa qualifies. These species must be encountered in their native range
  • Public land, private land with permission, and preserves/ranches are acceptable if the species are free-roaming and ethically managed

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 may be completed using any official H.A.R.T division:

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

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

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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 reserves or national parks with H.A.R.T Stick only
  • Private lands with appropriate permissions
  • Preserves or ranches, provided animals are not enclosed and roam freely

You must:

  • Respect all wildlife and property laws
  • Keep a respectful distance of 30–50 yards (or more, as needed)
  • Avoid pressuring or following these animals excessively
  • Practice quiet, low-impact photography when using the H.A.R.T Stick

Tips for Completing the Challenge

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Move Slowly and Silently

These animals are small, fast, and rely on cover

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Learn the Habitat

Each species prefers a unique environment — rocky outcrops, savannah edges, thick brush

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Time Your Approach

Early morning and late evening are best for visibility

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Use Quality Optics

Spotting a sunlit horn tip might be your only cue

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.

The first person to complete this challenge will help design and name the official Tiny Ten 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 Tiny Ten?

This challenge is for the quiet H.A.R.Ter — the tracker, the observer, the one who waits. Completing it requires knowledge of habitat, lighting, behavior, and terrain.

By completing this challenge, you’ll:

  • Master stealth techniques
  • Learn about Africa’s most overlooked but fascinating antelope
  • Experience new kinds of terrain and movement
  • Build a complete skillset that rounds out your larger game experience

Start the Challenge

  • Download the H.A.R.T Shot App
  • Purchase your ammo (bullets, arrows, or Strikes)
  • Study the location and habits of each species
  • Make your H.A.R.T shots
  • Upload, verify, and apply each to the Tiny Ten Challenge

Download the App here:

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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