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  4. Posted

    I hate to bring this up. I am bringing a few women to this tomorrow, yes one is Smiles. After the last time my sis and friend told me that a few people were creeping on them. Please be respectful to them, as with anyone else. As it is there are vert few women let's not give them reasons not to join us.
     

    4 minutes ago, WP22 said:

    No, no. You gotta look on the bright side. Zeke won't be bringing  his crockpot.

    That is a very good point.

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  9. Posted

    On 6/16/2020 at 12:01 PM, Krdshrk said:

    Let's shake off the cobwebs and get some Shotguns going!  I most likely will be heading to the Rifle range as well to help teach a couple of newbies after the shotgun portion.

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    Where:
    Clinton WMA Clay Range in Clinton, NJ

    Address:
    26 New Jersey 173
    Hampton, NJ 08827
     
    When:
    Sunday, June 28th 2020 (Weather Permitting)

    Time:
    9am at the Clay range
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    Please try and bring everything you can in terms of a gun, ammo, and clays.

    A rough check list of what to bring:
    - Gun(s)
    - Ammo (birdshot #7.5, 8)
    - Clays (Walmart's in Clinton, Flemington, and Phillipsburg generally stock them)
    - Thrower if you have one
    - Eyes and Ear Protection
    - Shell pouch
    - Beverages/snacks
    - Weather-appropriate clothing and Sunblock 
    - Chair

    If you can't bring some things, we will have plenty of stuff there. If you've never shot a shotgun before, I and others will try working with you to be able to dust a clay by the end of the day!
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    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

    Be smart, be safe, and we will have a fun-filled day!
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    Please feel free to post up with any questions or suggestions.
     
    Attending:
    1.  Krdshrk (Thrower, Clays, Hunting license) + 2 Noobs
    2.  Sota
    3.  Stu
    4.  Nate + 4 noobies + 1 experienced shooter 2 clays and ammo
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  15. Posted

    1 minute ago, Zeke said:

    I fill my truck but that’s for Friday and Saturday and it’s usually not enough. Let me now how much you’re bringing and maybe I’ll bring 1/2 my truck for Friday.

     

    Ok. Slightly confused what is on Friday? I have a 5 1/2 foot bed so I can fill it up and see what is used for Saturday.

  20. Posted

    3 hours ago, Smokin .50 said:

    To ALL:

    As these Shoots grow & more Newbies get invited (especially those relatively NEW to shooting itself), it MAY be time to consider establishing BOTH a Meeter-Greeter w/ name badges & a sharpie IN ADDITION TO a dedicated RSO to watch the common firing line.  Said job assignments can be shared by competent personnel in attendance (even those w/o official credentials).  Not having someone constantly watching is an open opportunity for trouble especially since our group doesn't use the wooden shooting cages.

    CASE IN POINT:

    Last time I was there Nick assigned me to instruct a Mother & Daughter that borrowed someone's 20 ga. & brought it and shells to the Shoot.  I did as instructed and concentrated on them & corrected stance and technique with various "pointers" to get them hitting instead of missing.  The mom is cross-eye dominant & kept kanting the gun so I had my work cut out for me.  The daughter needed a shorter LOP & thus struggled to reach the controls.  Needless to say I couldn't watch everyone simultaneously.  

    When it was my turn to shoot, I had someone throw a crosser with a hand trap as a "simo".  I was on the right cement pad.  As I swung my double to get the crossing clay, there was 2-3 guys forward of my position IN FRONT OF THE OTHER CEMENT PAD picking-up spent hulls.  They broke the 180* Rule and exposed themselves to a discharge!  A dedicated RSO wouldn't have let THAT happen!  Calling a hot range COLD for a brief clean-up just forward of the cement pads would be the correct action to have taken.  I'm fortunate for many years of experience and training as a NRA Chief Range Safety Officer.  When I swung my double & saw fellow shooters I was surprised, pissed & both scared & thankful at the same time.  Thankful I didn't pull the trigger as I chased that clay!  Thankful it was ME on that cement pad!  It's a weird feelin' to almost point a shotgun at someone...  YES, I did YELL "Let us know BEFORE you clean-up out there!" and the three got the message (I don't know who they were---NO name-tags) , but it just goes to show you that when you make ASSUMPTIONS regarding the steady "routine" of the straight-away release of birds you can put yer ass in trouble.

    Although it wasn't necessary at the time (since nothing really happened) to make a scene & stop everything for ALMOST pointing a scattergun at someone, it's a teachable moment we should all learn from.  An "assigned" RSO is a good way to make sure our stellar safety record is maintained!

    Merry Christmas to ALL!

    Rosey

     

    These events are great and defiantly agree that we need assigned eyes on the range.  If I may make a suggestion for these events go one step further and have  identifiable "first aid" people and supplies. I normally have an "uh oh" bag and I have seen a few others with supplies as well. In addition I would say have a pick up near by for the overseer. I am not certified as a RSO however I am certified in BLS, with various certs in trauma.  I know I am still very much the new guy here and would like to do my part to make these events safe.

    On a side note is there anything in the rules against open flames? If not I can bring a fire pit  for additional warmth.

    Thoughts?

     

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