Category Archives: shooting

Growing up, way too quick.

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

This past weekend marked our third annual camping trip which we’ve named “Spring Thaw Classic”. Basically, it’s a guys only weekend. We gather up the camping gear, load up the guns, and caravan to some remote location in Southern Missouri … Continue reading →

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Gentle Reminder

Posted on October 31, 2009 by

Deer season is upon us. Just a quick reminder to unload your rifle before climbing your tree stand. A hunter in New Hampshire found himself with one more hole than he started his day with because he neglected to follow … Continue reading →

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New opportunities

Posted on August 30, 2009 by

This past weekend I had the opportunity to take a class to become certified to teach the NRA Basic Pistol class. When my friend mentioned the class, I signed up, mostly because it sounded like fun. My son just signed … Continue reading →

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Shootin buddies

Posted on August 12, 2009 by

Finally got my kiddos back out to the range last night, and we had a great time. Great weather, bugs were few, and the range wasn’t busy. It’s been several months since they’ve both shot their rifle. Seems like they … Continue reading →

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No longer a Varget hater

Posted on August 5, 2009 by

Here are the results from my Sinterfire loads the other day. If you recall, I loaded a batch with Accurate 2460 and a batch with Hodgdon Varget. The Varget rounds surpassed the accuracy of rounds loaded with the Accurate powder. … Continue reading →

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3-gun

Posted on July 12, 2009 by

We had 5 stages yesterday, but I won’t bore you with the details of each stage. 2 were of the “Stand in box A, shoot 6 targets, run like hell to box B, shoot some more” variety. One was a … Continue reading →

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Wrap up

Posted on July 11, 2009 by

from today’s 3-gun match will have to wait. I know you all are just waiting with anxious anticipation that you can hardly contain. Frankly, I’m just too damned tired. I feel like someone took my Remington 870 and beat me … Continue reading →

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This is my rifle…..

Posted on July 9, 2009 by

….. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My rifle is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I master my life. My rifle, without me, is useless. Without my rifle, I … Continue reading →

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What should you do…..

Posted on June 27, 2009 by

when the temp hits Go shooting, of course! Why? Because if you ever need to do it for real, it’s not going to be 65, slightly overcast with a gentle northern breeze. Not everyone has the benefit of being able … Continue reading →

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Shooty Saturday

Posted on May 16, 2009 by

I’ve never had so much fun at an IDPA match. We shot from boats, through fountains, off bicycles, skateboard ramps, all around trucks, and over toilets. Even had a suuuper-secret stage. Today was the start of the Missouri State IDPA … Continue reading →

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