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Dang, I have family in town, and don't have any of my reloads made up for shoot'n.
I'll still try to make the trip out and check out the range, let the wife see the setup.
All PMs will be replied to shortly. New, interested parties can still PM me today. I plan to be at the usual meeting place beforehand at 0900 sharp, and should be at the range itself by 0930ish for anyone going who has gone before.
Bob, who runs the range sometimes has weekday shoots, but Sundays are more common. I recommend coming with me the first time, then I can introduce you to him. If he approves, you can contact him on your own for future dates.
Since this thread is getting pretty long, I've reposted the general description and rules from the first page for interested newcomers:
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"As I'm sure others may have questions, here's the short and long of it:
It's not my gig. It's run by a friend of mine, RW Swainson, a retired police officer with over 28 years experience both in Canada and the US. I've known Bob for about 6 years, and have had the "pleasure" of working with him before he retired from LE a couple of years back. Now he teaches firearm courses including CCW. He's as techincal and tactical as they come, and is always happy to answer your questions or show you how to do something new. His main concern is that we don't get any "mall ninjas" out there who might put the rest of us in danger with unsafe range etiquette.
I don't get anything for referring people there. I do it as a favor to Bob and to forum members. That being said, if you are a responsible shooter and would like to go, that's fine, but you need to go with me or someone else who can introduce you to Bob for the first time. After that, along as he feels you're safe, you can contact him on your own for future sessions.
As far as the range, it's unlike anything you've ever seen in most public ranges. There are stations for pistols, shotguns, rifles, and even a small live fire "shoot house" set up. Mostly steel targets, but target frames are available for zeroing, etc. Handgun distances vary, with rifle steel from about 160 yards, out to about 300 yards. Mid afternoon, Bob takes anyone interested on one of his famous "walk abouts" where you will get the chance to learn or practice valuable tactical skills. It's the closest thing to going on an actual "patrol" that most non-military or LE will ever get to do.
Semi auto fire only, no bump fire, no tracers, no steel piercing ammo or large calibers. SBRs and cans welcome. Double taps, weapon transitions, drawing from holsters, etc. allowed if you know what the hell you're doing and check with Bob first.
Location is Bennett on private property. It is NOT open to the general public. Cost is $10 an hour. Stay as long or as short as you like. Opens around 0800 and runs till it gets dark. Brownie points if you can help Bob with a little set up in the AM and break down in the PM. Porta Potty on scene, but that's it. No electricity and no running water. First timers MUST meet Bob and sign a waiver. Gravel road to get there, and gravel/dirt on scene. Front wheel drives are fine most of the time, but keep that in mind. Once the range is hot, there will be several stations all going at once, so responsible adults only, no criminals, wanna be's, posers, or yahoos allowed!"
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Last edited by Buckaroobonsai; 08-11-2012 at 10:17.
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I'm in for a couple hours
I'm new here, but I'd be interested in heading out with a group sometime. Is the best bet just to check back on this thread from time to time to see if there is a group going?
Yeah, I'll post upcoming shoots in this thread. Problem is, I just found out today that the property has been sold, so if Bob can't get the new owner on board, today may have been the last time...
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Damn, I sure hope he can secure the same arrangement he currently has.I just found out today that the property has been sold, so if Bob can't get the new owner on board, today may have been the last time...
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Hey Buckaroobonsai! Thanks for the invite man! I hope it all works out for Bob... I got my fingers crossed...Yeah, I'll post upcoming shoots in this thread. Problem is, I just found out today that the property has been sold, so if Bob can't get the new owner on board, today may have been the last time...
Really good people there and pretty cool meeting other members there as well
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Oh man, that doesn't sound good. It would be terrible if he loses use of that place.
Patiently waiting updates on this. I finally have ammo ready and time available.
I talked to Bob on Sunday. For now everything will be ok. He had a long, positive discussion with the new owners. They thought Bob and his guests were a bunch of "bubbas" and a potential liability. I think Bob eased their mind on that. lol
So for now, it looks good. I wouldn't worry about it too much after talking to Bob.
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