geronimojoe85
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- Nov 16, 2009
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You "can get away" with firing more than one AR at the firing line at all the other DNR Ranges as long as there is a shooting position and a target.
It's also a WHOLE $4 which I know is not a lot but it's an additional expense on top of all the others already for the day. Plus while I can't confirm this yet would we get to have the entire range to us like we tend to at Winamac (not becuase we have Joe with us but because Winamac is not used that much.)Kingsbury has more complete coverage over all the shooting positions except for the shotgun area.
Hear that jediagh Winimac sucks!!!
....It's also a WHOLE $4 which I know is not a lot but it's an additional expense on top of all the others already for the day. Plus while I can't confirm this yet would we get to have the entire range to us like we tend to at Winamac (not becuase we have Joe with us but because Winamac is not used that much.)....
What part sucks?
Wild Deuce;1917118 About rapid fire said:guarantee[/I] that, at today's prices, you spent more than $4 extra driving to Winamac from Griffith than you would have going to Kingsbury.
Shooting positions are first come first served at all the DNR ranges (including Winamac).
1. You have to wear hearing and eye protection at all times while inside the gate......which makes sense since it's practically an indoor range and is quite cramped.
2. Some of the RO's have tried to tell me that I can't pick up range brass and accused me of stealing "their" brass.
3. There is a break every 7 minutes for hanging targets.......this is seriously annoying if you are trying to take your time.
4. The "1 second" rule is lame.
5. There are limited places to shoot from with limited shooting positions allowed.
6. The target stands are tiny.
7. You can't grill out.
8. A RO's voice on a bullhorn is annoying every 5 minutes.
9. Limited space to socialize.
What posted rules were broke? I must have missed that.
I have been to Kingsbury several dozen times. It's a great place to take a new shooter or shoot some trap, but an awful place for a meet and greet.
Also, I think the mention of liability and the like is a bit hasty. Every individual is responsible for signing a liability waiver when using the Winimac range. I don't think Jediah has anything to worry about.
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On a side note, was there a designated safety officer for this Meet & Greet? Safety briefing/talk? If not, why not? You've had them in the past ... another discoverable fact.
Come out for Deb's Outdoor Range Day on June 12th. You'll see you are wrong.
On a side note, was there a designated safety officer for this Meet & Greet? Safety briefing/talk? If not, why not? You've had them in the past ... another discoverable fact.
... getting off my high horse. Don't let me get you down. You're doing a good thing by introducing non-shooters to our sport and providing a meeting place for the rest. You're efforts are top notch.
Well ... I'm done beating this horse. I hear what you're saying. Bottom line ... Did everyone have Fun? yes. Did anyone get hurt? no. Did everyone get plenty to eat? yes. Did everyone that wanted to shoot get to shoot? yes. Do we see slightly different on safety? maybe. Does the difference matter enough? not hardly.
Jediagh, sorry for pooping on your parade. I made my point and will restrain myself in the future.
I would just like to say thinks to everyone there. I had a great time as being my first meet and greet. I felt like I have been shooting with you guys many time and I was very welcome there. Can't what for the next one. I hope every one enjoyed the hoes. =)
The point of the safety officer/brief question wasn't about having one. I was addressing the fact that they (NWI Meet & Shoot) have had one in the past (complete with handouts) and don't have one now .... and how this would be a point brought up in court. I agree that responsible people police themselves but when you have brand new shooters invited, it would be a disservice not to sit them down and give them the basics.
I can say, since I've BEEN at the last couple shoots all in attendance have acted in a safe polite manner. The shoot that detonics is referencing was honestly a little crowded on the line, and maybe a few too many mag dumps. However people had a good time and we all went home alive. I'm tired of hearing you make it out like we were a bunch of monkeys humping a football, it wasn't like that.
451_Detonics;1919327 A centerfire rifle on the 25 yard line is rather silly. I understand we are there for fun but even so I would think any time at the range can be fun and still be used to improve one's skills...not just making noise.[/QUOTE said:I have a real problem with this notion. It is not unreasonable to practice DT's with a centerfire carbine from 25 yds. In fact, it's quote practical for training purposes. It's the same reason that a shooter may choose to practice pistol at 7 yards. A .44 mag is every bit as loud as most rifles. I just don't understand why you equate shooting a rifle at 25yds to not honing ones skills or "just making noise." I love shooting distance, but I also love shooting from a standing position at CQC ranges. Also, many times when a noob is trying out a gun, they just want to feel how it handles and give it a run. They don't need to be trying to achieve 1"MOA at 300yds.