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OK...bad news.
We can't use our private range for the PU or SU shoot says the insurance man.
I still wanna do this but our place is out because the property owner would be subject to all liability since this isn't a sanctioned class.
We can still use all my steel and stuff...just can't do it on the range here.
Suggestions?
What if you start a sanctioned class called "Having your ass handed to you by an old guy."
We're looking at a few possible options but it's not promising. I'm going to assume it's just a no-go all the way around.
Got the go ahead from Clear Creek County Sheriff, Squaw Pass is back online and legal to shoot at... just a thought. We can have as many as safety and parking (car pool=good!) can afford. [Beer]
never been to sqaw, but isn't that a small area? I'm in for Sqaw if it works though
Yeah...I'm up for anywhere. I don't mind driving a bit to get there. I just don't really know much about most of the outdoor shoot areas.
Let's come up with a place so this thing doesn't die.
Not terribly small, but not huge- shooting (safely) into the hillside you can- hypothetically- get up to 25-35yds, but it does tend to get crowded.Quote:
Originally Posted by yankeefan98121
Attached is a pic, you can see cars so that can give you some idea of scale...
PM. Me some directions if you would. I've never been there either. Thanks. [Beer] I'm down for what ever, if it fits into the schedual!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
PM sent. [Beer] It's really a nice drive up there too.Quote:
Originally Posted by DSB OUTDOORS
You da man... Uhhh. pink tutu?? .....Ok Man, I think!! Thanks!! [ROFL1] [Beer]Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
I'm just waiting for a date to be determined. We will have some fun.
Could I also get some directions (or GPS coords)? Thanks! [Beer]Quote:
Originally Posted by DSB OUTDOORS
NRA Whittington Center.... [Beer]
http://www.nrawc.org/ranges/index.html
PM sent, Thank Ronin13!!! He's the man!! [Coffee]Quote:
Originally Posted by HoneyBadger
Don't thank me, thank the hobby! That was the first place I shot my Glock (first pistol I ever bought) and every gun since. Great for clay shooting too because of the clearing.Quote:
Originally Posted by DSB OUTDOORS
Raton is a bit of drive for me, but worth checking that place out!Quote:
Originally Posted by spyder
Thats one nice thing about living in the "Hills" I buy a new toy and I can go pop off a few and no one complains. It's the 30 - 40 rounds after people start calling me. [ROFL1]Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
It's massive. It would be a nice "weekend shoot" place. They have camp grounds, cabins, and RV parking.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
http://www.possibleshop.com/images-c...g-center-5.jpgFounded in 1973, the NRA Whittington Center is truly America's one stop world class outdoor recreation destination. Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, its natural beauty and wealth of history make the Whittington Center an exciting vacation spot. Easily accessible from I-25, the Whittington Center is located 10 miles south of Raton on Highway 64.
http://www.possibleshop.com/images-c...n-center-1.jpg
whittington center
The Center boasts a variety of shooting ranges, including ranges for smallbore rifle, high power rifle, black powder, trap, skeet, sporting clays, hunter sight-in, PPC, smallbore rifle silhouette, highpower rifle silhouette, long range pistol silhouette, hunter pistol silhouette, benchrest, and practical pistol.
Encompassing 33,300 acres ranging from 6,300 to 8,100 feet in elevation, Center visitors experience breathtaking views, outstanding climate, hospitality and an array of family activities such as hiking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, and camping.
A broad range of housing is available to accommodate individuals, couples, and small to large groups. Lodging options include modern housing, rustic cabins, back country cabins, campgrounds with RV hookups and primitive camping.
For more information on ranges, hunts, special events, camping and RV facilities, and adventure camps, please visit the Center's website.
Sunday Monday or Tuesday and I'm in. I have a huge trunk and enough room for three others in my car. 100th and Wadsworth is the origin.
My schedule changes weekly, but if we can pick a date soon, i'll check it. If I can go, I'll volunteer to drive somebody from the Springs. I could take up to 4 others, but I have an older extended cab Silverado... those back seats were made for kids! [ROFL1]
Thanks DSB and Ronin for the directions. That's a bit of a drive from Colorado Springs, but if it means I get to shoot with some quality guys, then it's worth it.
Pawnee.
That way ALL the forum members could line up and go at it!! [ROFL1]
Seriously though, I still think this would be fun and am in pending date!
You're more than welcome to meet me down by my place and pool the rest of the way.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tinelement
[Flame suit on]Help me out, not sure where Pawnee actually is... I know... and I grew up in this great state!"Quote:
Originally Posted by Tinelement
Pawnee is east of Ault. Northeast of Greeley, about 25 miles or so.
That^Quote:
Originally Posted by redneck122
I know it's probably out of the running cause most guys are down south. I was just throwing it out cause we really could line the forum members up!! [ROFL1]
I'm down for wherever!
Im in, depending on the day and if im cool enough
I never posted in the other threads, but if y'all need another young buck, I'm in.
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Originally Posted by Tinelement
Most guys are down south?? Isn't this the CO-AR15 forum? It seems like everyone lives in Denver!
Right.Quote:
Originally Posted by HoneyBadger
But that is south for us northern folk!
Sooo, seems like everyone is middle. [ROFL1]
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Originally Posted by Ronin13
You're bitchin about being in the "south", and you live in the Springs? Baby...... [Coffee]Quote:
Originally Posted by HoneyBadger
on the cusp of picking up a 2nd job for some fun money, I may be out
[Bang][Bang][Bang]
oh well, it'll be worth it in the end
Hahahaha I know! It just seems like most of the members live in the Denver metro area or North of there.Quote:
Originally Posted by spyder
This is an old guy, young buck shoot. You want to bring COOL in to it and we will have to start a new thread. COOL, throw a wrench in why don't ya.[LOL]Quote:
Originally Posted by Fist_gonzo
Could anyone talk to RW about his place by the airport? Decent place, large & diverse enough to accomodiate most, and fairly central to the state and most of the members here. I don't think anyone here would mind the small donation to support his range....
Back in the day, If you had a PU or SU it was for pink slips. I think this event needs some reward. Wasn't Beowolf the Man of Men?
Great idea!Quote:
Originally Posted by coloccw
Been following these threads with great amusement. No posts cause my opinion would have been throwing gas on a fire.
Couple years shy of old guy, but sided w/ old guys in the pissing match.
Have a couple of sons who can't seem to learn the lesson of show up and get the job done, then talk about it. Talking trash before hand will often cause humiliation and loss of respect.
Am in for competition as long as a weekend I don't have to work.
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Originally Posted by buffalobo
Here ya go. pawnee is fairly close
http://www.ar-15.co/forums/showthread.php?t=59528