Wow! We had a terrific time at Proctor Fish & Game Club this weekend, thanks to an outstanding group of students. Everyone applied safety, thoughtfulness and persistence to improve their scores and get the most out of the event. Great strides in learning were made. The afternoon heat did not make it easy for us but with a relaxed pace including extended, forced hydration breaks, we accomplished our goals.
We qualified two first-time Riflemen: Al with a 230, and Paul with 218. Huzzahs to you both. Five experienced Riflemen also re-qualified: Dan (246) and Maisey (246) both earning Distinguished Rifleman rockers; and Bob (217), Branden (216), Shari (229).
Teaghan, a new Appleseeder who brought a little bit of rifle experience to the event, unleashed her talent and steadily improved throughout the two days in an inspiring performance. Her last three AQTs on Sunday were 193, 198, and 203! My heartfelt thanks to Maisey, who expertly coached Teaghan in the morning and lent her a more suitable rifle. I look forward to awarding Teaghan's patch at her next event.
At lunch on Sunday Scott, also a first-timer, was awarded a KRG 10/22 rifle stock by SGTMARINE, donated by the manufacturer, for his enthusiasm in all aspects of the event.
Shaun and Leo made enormous progress during the weekend. Remember, the average student takes three events to make Rifleman. Keep at it, you'll be ahead of the herd.
My personal thanks to fellow instructors GMB74, JMurrayVT, and SGTMARINE for your excellent work. It's great to see SGTMARINE returning to the ranks of active instructors. Thanks to GMB74, our sponsoring member at the host club, for allowing us to have the event at your beautiful and comfortable venue.
I ask everyone to bring friends who have not done Appleseed yet to your next event. Appleseed grows by having new people learn what you now know. We'll save this country together.
KRG stock presentation: