Mrs. Peel

I don't think you're being a baby! Something loud enough to drown out normal conversation is bloody awful. Yeah, I would talk to the company directly FIRST. Have the plate #'s of the specific trucks that are causing the problem. And are they just a branch of a larger company? If they ignore you locally, contact their HQ office. Then, if you get no satisfaction there, turn to the town. If your town is like most towns, very few people attend Town Council meetings. Rally EVERYONE who's complaining - business owners and residents alike - to show up at the next meeting. That always gets attention. Bring evidence: a video showing how normal conversation is blotted out when a truck passes, a chart that recorded how many times a day they pass your business, etc. And find out ahead of time if there's a noise ordinance in place - some even list acceptable decibel levels - you might be able to insist on testing. Make sure everyone doesn't merely attend but they get up to complain during the public portion of the meeting --- the impacted business owners who are worried about potential lost business, maybe a young mom who's newborn is awakened by the noise, etc., etc.. In other words, start squawking! And pull all the emotional strings you can. If the town fails you, you've always got the press. Letters to the editor, perhaps contacting the local reporter on the municipal beat, etc. Ratchet up the pressure. (Hell you might even want to pull in that reporter BEFORE you go to the first town council meeting). No business wants to see their name pilloried in the local paper, and likewise, no Mayor wants to be accused of "inaction" by his/her constituents in the press. Hopefully, you won't have to take it that far. Good luck!

I guess this is why you need to go to more than one... you get acquainted with people over time. Though I will bring name tags to the next one, for anyone who doesn't mind labeling themselves. Mine will say "No Pics Peel".

Talk to me about tradecraft, my friend - anything you want to know! Facebook live? Oh, dear. You know, on most forums, you can count on 1 wiseass reply to a serious post. On these forums? You can always seem to bank on at least 2 wiseass replies...! You boys do yourselves proud.

Ok, FYI, if you were at shootgun shootout, I'm the chubby gal in the pink hoodie. FYI, for many years, I have scrupulously protected my privacy on the net. No pics, ever... I don't even have a headshot on my own (underutilized) Facebook page... I never mention the town where I live.. I am cautious about passing out my cell phone number...etc. Why? Well, it's one part vanity (yes, kids, even chubby, middle-aged ladies like to remember when they were pretty-pretty princesses... LOL)... but it's mainly two parts personal security. (There's a colorful, Oprah-worthy backstory... isn't there always?) But, the point is... I'd appreciate if you DON'T post any pics, even groups shots, that I'm in. And Krdshrk would appreciate it, too - cuz then he doesn't have me asking him to take them down - again. Thanks, guys! - A Woman with an Interesting Past

That sounds great, Rosey! To be fair, some other person (don't know who) who arrived before me brought the dunkin' donuts fare. And, in all fairness, I was the beneficiary of other people's firearms... ammo... clays... throwers... and instruction - for which I paid not a thin dime. So, please... bringing a few snacks? I definitely got the better part of that deal!

Sorry we didn't get introduced, Chris! Though frankly, after the 5th intro, names were just a blur. I mean, it's impossible - with 2 names per person (real and screen name) and while wearing passive hearing pro? Fugeddaboutit! So even those I was introduced to, please forgive me if I give you a blank stare at the next event - I just can't remember all those names. I agree with you and the other posters who are recommending nametags. I'll bring a roll of tags and a magic market to the next shootout. It'll be optional, of course! (Some people hate nametags). But, I think it might help everyone get the names down more easily.

Oh, I had a great time too! This was my first Shotgun Shootout - I was a little nervous beforehand but other than putting faces to names (which was definitely GREAT) - I also just really appreciated that people were so helpful, giving guidance, loaning their shotguns, explaining things, etc. I was so freakin' excited that I hit some clays! (I was so sure beforehand that I wouldn't!) So, a good crowd and a good time! Thanks to everyone for being so nice to this newbie! Hope to see you at subsequent Shootouts.

See? You haven't even seen the picture yet... and already you're working on a theory... some kind of industrial bacon-cooker!

Well, precious cargo after all...! Note the shotguns AND the cigars are both lovingly added at the last possible moment. If the new thrower gets stolen, that's bad, but if @Krdshrk's guns & ceegars get stolen... my god, that's a catastrophe!

48 posts... 2 following the thread... and now there's bitter in-fighting as some of you struggle to claim the title of "World Champion Supreme Solver of the Pipe Mystery". Damn, I should just string together a completely unrelated pile of pipes, gears and wires against my basement wall, post the pic on here and say, "Gee, boys... what ever could THIS be?" I do believe your heads would explode!

Thanks for reminder, Zeke! Safety rules are on the OP. But, since it's a long thread... I'll repeat them here: Gun Rules to Remember: Always treat a gun as if it was loaded Keep your finger off the trigger until you're ready to shoot Never point the muzzle at anything you're not willing to destroy Always be aware of your target/line of fire For this range, keep all guns unloaded until you're on the firing line

I'll say! Wow. Might be a big crowd. With that said - and I hope I'm not out of line or saying something blatantly obvious here - but although the people with the hunting licenses are responsible for the overall behavior of the group... is it fair to assume that each experienced shooter bringing newbie guests also shares responsibility for their guests? You know, maybe you can prep them with safety rules in the car on the way there, and then keep an eye on your wet-nosed puppies during the event too. It's not fair to put that all on the licensed hunters in the group. Looking forward to a GREAT, FUN and SAFE Shotgun Shootout! See you all tomorrow morning!

At least you're trying - somewhat - to be helpful... not like that other guy... who wants apparently to grill me on a spit. Served with... fava beans and a nice glass of Chianti, I presume? Tough, tough crowd at the Shotgun Shootout!

Eegads! This crowd is starting to scare me...

Only if you don't mind sharing! You've met me... you have witnessed my Morticia-like "whiter shade of pale", lol. I have 3 stages of sun exposure... stage 1, I wilt like a daisy (with a light dose of whining and related drama)... stage 2, I swell into a blowfish (loud, incessant wailing, much mo' drama)... and then there's the much-feared stage 3 (a fatal stage which I've not yet reached, obviously)...when I explode into smithereens like the proverbial vampire in the sun. So, it's either your umbrella... or... well, basically misery for all of us followed by my untimely death! Seriously, if it really starts getting hot (and "hot" to me means anything over 72, lol)...I'll either take refuge in my air-conditioned car -or- exit stage left. I basically intend to be there at 9:00 sharp so I can take advantage of the cooler morning hours. You know... I should point out that it's not exactly easy being high-maintenance like this! But someone has got to carry that torch for the rest of us. You're welcome!

I will not judge. I will only observe with interest.

I'm awed by people who can forgive, for instance, someone who murdered a loved one. I think it's a special kind of grace to be able to do that. But I think several others on here have hit the nail on the head... in that you don't forgive while you're still under threat. I think that's the big difference in this situation. The threat, in this case - radical Islamic terrorists - continue to plot, continue to wage attacks, and continue to kill innocent people around the globe. So, the threat is still very much active and unfolding. To forgive under those unique circumstances strikes me not as magnanimous, but instead, just as letting one's guard down.

Yes, they'll break... when they hit the ground. LMAO!!! I do kind of know where my strengths are... I don't think "moving targets" are really going to be my groove thing. But, I'm going to try to shift my attitude into at least "neutral". Maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised. And, if the worst case scenario happens... and I really DO suck... think of the money I'll save by NOT buying a shotgun! Woo-hoo!

Their website (which they claim is updated daily) shows them as "in stock".

A lot of throws? Good. I'm sure that I for one will have a lot of misses!

OK, the thread is getting weirder by the minute... LMAO! I'm outta here. Have fun, boys!

Wow! I'm getting abuse from ALL sides tonight. Does your momma know about your fresh mouth, Voyager?

Yeah, yeah... one excuse followed rapidly by another. That's OK... the rest of us will talk smack about you!

So you say! So... why are you not attending Shotgun Shootout?

OK, never read/saw Dune. No interest in doing so. Pick up the shattered pieces of your sad, geeky lives... and move on! (LOL).