We had a great event, spending some time to focus on dry practice and an emphasis on walking before running showed very positive results on paper. Most of our shooters were first-time attendees, and clearly demonstrated excellent groups right from the get-go. Throughout the day shooters heard the story of April 19, 1775, and (we hope) left with a clearer understanding of why the second amendment is every bit as relevant today as it was in the days of our forefathers.
Speaking of brave - that late-July sun in Florida was brutal. Luckily, Hollywood Rifle and Pistol club provided us with cover from the blistering sun and industrial fan to keep a steady breeze. They also have a spacious air-conditioned classroom that allow everyone a chance to cool off out of the heat.
With only one day, to score all our shooters persevered to get through 2 AQTs. So many are knocking on the door of Rifleman. We had 6 youth shooters, one of which was our only Rifleman. Kate scored and impressive 217. Maggie cleared the hits count target.
Everyone improved greatly from the initial red coats from the morning. We had 9 instructors and 2 new blue hats. It was a great day for Liberty, Heritage, and Marksmanship.
Here are a few Photos from the day:
https://www.flickr.com/gp/193056249@N06/f0q8144V1T
Participated in my first one day Appleseed shooting event. Wow! What an amazing experience. Very humbling to fire a rifle without sand bags and a bench. Learned so much and am so grateful for the wonderful volunteers that were so patient. Their instructions and examples of actually shooting were beyond what I expected. Loved the history stories and all too, again learning so much more detail than what was in just a regular history class. Very impressed with the whole program. I will be back for another event and have already started spreading the good word about all the advantages of attending one of these events. Thank you to all of you who make this happen. NeddaR
Huzzah! Kudos to Team Appleseed for toughing it out in summertime south Florida.
First of all, I have to thank every one of our shooters who came out to improve their marksmanship skills and enjoy some American History while braving the South Florida heat and, even worse, humidity. It was an honor to work with all of you and we were repaid in spades with the incredible improvement you all achieved. The first Red Coat revealed that there was work to do as eight shooters placed 3 rounds in the 100 yard target, one in the 200 yard target, zero in the 300 and 400 targets, and two hit Morgan's Shingle. After quality instruction and a tremendous amount of persistence by our shooters, 8 hit Morgan's Shingle, three shooters placed 3 in the 400, four in the 300, two in the 200, and three in the 100. One shooter even turned in a cleaned Red Coat. My hat is off to all of you. We hope to see you all again at our upcoming South Florida events in September and November and bring a friend or friends.
More thanks also go to the Hollywood Rifle and Pistol Club for their support of Appleseed. The excellent facilities (air conditioned classroom) are greatly appreciated. Also, a big thank you to all of the instructors that made long drives to make this event a big success.
Finally, congratulations to Earl for a job well-done on his first event as Shoot Boss!
Mike
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Congratulations to all who participated in surviving South Florida in late July!
Looks like an awesome event! It was certainly HOT this past weekend --
I think a great time was had by all. Loved getting to experience a new range and meet lots of new people! That range was truly set up for the heat- shade on all sides and tons of fans. I'm not sure we could ask for much better. Thanks to Hollywood Rifle and Pistol Club for being such gracious hosts!
Great job Earl! Congratulations to all that made it through the heat.
Here are a whole bunch more pics of the Hollywood event.
Set 1 - https://imgur.com/a/rg1SPcm
Set 2 - https://imgur.com/a/BMR7vMI
Thank you Earl, and all the instructors. I was a great day in Hollywood.