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#31
Ohio / Northwest Ohio's Newest Red Ha...
Last post by Third Degree - June 26, 2025, 11:48:40 PMPlease join me in congratulating Headhunter in his promotion to Full Instructor! The rifle clinic in Liberty Center, Ohio was the event, which was well attended by students from near-by communities.
Headhunter, this has been a long road you have traveled. Your persistence in the journey will serve you well as you continue to advance the cause of history and marksmanship. Best wishes!
Third Degree
Headhunter, this has been a long road you have traveled. Your persistence in the journey will serve you well as you continue to advance the cause of history and marksmanship. Best wishes!
Third Degree
#32
After Action Reports / Liberty Center, OH, AAR - June...
Last post by Third Degree - June 26, 2025, 11:09:16 PMThe Henry County Sportsmen's Association facility in Liberty Center was the location for the latest Project Appleseed rifle clinic in Northwest Ohio. The Association's beautiful clubhouse was available to the students during the weekend, and it served as a welcome refuge from the high heat.
The weather forecast of extreme temperatures proved to be accurate. Saturday June 21 topped out at 92 degrees with a heat index of 102. Sunday June 22 topped that with 96 degrees and a heat index of 106. There was wind of approximately 20 mph, but even the moving air was hot, providing little relief. Both students and volunteers brought pop-up shelters. There were sufficient numbers to allow providing shade for the entire firing line. The entire affair looked like an oasis village (without palm trees).
Our group of students was not deterred by the forecast or the weather experienced during the clinic. We started out the 5 pre-registrations but had another 6 walk-ons for a total of 11. One of our students has recently joined the National Guard.
Project Appleseed is very family friendly. Our student body was composed of 4 separate family groups. The family aspect provided an interesting comparison to the decisions made by families on April 18 and 19, 1775. There were 4 students under the age of 18. Four of the participants had previous Appleseed experience.
Our volunteer instructor crew included Headhunter (Austin) and Topper (Shane). Both are very experienced. This event served as the final step in a long process by Headhunter for promotion to full instructor, who took charge of the balance of instruction for the rest of the day. He also served as Line Boss.
With the first Red Coat target posted, the fire began at 9:15 a.m. With 11 students, 6 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (55%) and 4 (36%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette. Two hit the shingle, but no one cleared the target. The Red Coat is used as a skills pre-test/ post-test, but it is a challenge to clear this target.
The Green Practice AQT was posted at 11:40 a.m. and the group voted to retreat to the clubhouse for lunch and history. By this time the temperature had risen to 92 degrees. It became apparent that time on the range had to be limited to 2-hour intervals. Topper delivered a detailed-filled Second Strike. One of the participating families had recently been in Boston on vacation to visit a relative who lives in Arlington (formerly Menotomy).
The final use of the Green Practice AQT was Standing Position steady hold factor instruction and live fire. With that completed the first AQT of the clinic was posted at 4:00 p.m. By the end of the final stage of the AQT, both students and instructors reached a limit of endurance for the day. Individual students had great success with various stages but were not able to consolidate necessary hits on one target.
The Saturday afternoon Red Coat replaced AQT #1 and all was completed by 5:00 p.m. With 7 students, 7 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (100%), 4 (57%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette, and 2 (29%) placed hits on the 300-yard silhouette. Three (43%) hit the shingle. One of our youngest students (Hailey) was able to hit the shingle after coming to the line every time preparation period was called.
Sunday, June 22 started out bright, early and quickly became hot. With humidity, a heat index reached 105 degrees, and the clinic made liberal use of the air-conditioned clubhouse. The morning Red Coat was posted and shot by 9:00 a.m. With 8 students, 7 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (87%), 5 (62%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette, and 1 (14%) placed a hit on the 400-yard silhouette. Two (28%) hit the shingle. Again, Hailey had success with the smallest object.
The group posted AQT #3 and #4 together just before lunch and all happily retired to the comfort of the clubhouse. Headhunter finished the history series with a moving rendition of the Third Strike, challenging the students to think about family sacrifices. With lectures completed, all returned to the range. Both AQTs were fired and the students agreed to call it a day. The highest AQT score of the clinic was by Jimmy, who recorded 205. Keep up the good work. A rifleman is persistent.
The Sunday afternoon Red Coat was completed and recorded by 1:45 p.m. The afternoon Red Coat was posted and recorded by 1:45 p.m. With 5 students, 5 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (100%), 3 (60%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette. Two (40%) hit the shingle. This time another youthful student (Jacob) hit the shingle.
I want to thank all of the students for coming out and exhibiting a willingness to learn new skills. I want to encourage all of you to practice reading your targets to diagnose ways you can correct your technique. I am very proud of the way the youngest students paid attention to the instruction and put those ideas into practice. Hailey and Jacob can certainly hit the shingle. The rest of the Red Coat is not far out of reach for you. Best wishes to Brandon!
I want to thank the Henry County Sportsmen's Association for accommodating Project Appleseed and our constant use of the clubhouse. Many thanks to Topper and Headhunter for volunteering this past weekend. Congratulations to Headhunter on becoming a full instructor.
Third Degree
The weather forecast of extreme temperatures proved to be accurate. Saturday June 21 topped out at 92 degrees with a heat index of 102. Sunday June 22 topped that with 96 degrees and a heat index of 106. There was wind of approximately 20 mph, but even the moving air was hot, providing little relief. Both students and volunteers brought pop-up shelters. There were sufficient numbers to allow providing shade for the entire firing line. The entire affair looked like an oasis village (without palm trees).
Our group of students was not deterred by the forecast or the weather experienced during the clinic. We started out the 5 pre-registrations but had another 6 walk-ons for a total of 11. One of our students has recently joined the National Guard.
Project Appleseed is very family friendly. Our student body was composed of 4 separate family groups. The family aspect provided an interesting comparison to the decisions made by families on April 18 and 19, 1775. There were 4 students under the age of 18. Four of the participants had previous Appleseed experience.
Our volunteer instructor crew included Headhunter (Austin) and Topper (Shane). Both are very experienced. This event served as the final step in a long process by Headhunter for promotion to full instructor, who took charge of the balance of instruction for the rest of the day. He also served as Line Boss.
With the first Red Coat target posted, the fire began at 9:15 a.m. With 11 students, 6 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (55%) and 4 (36%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette. Two hit the shingle, but no one cleared the target. The Red Coat is used as a skills pre-test/ post-test, but it is a challenge to clear this target.
The Green Practice AQT was posted at 11:40 a.m. and the group voted to retreat to the clubhouse for lunch and history. By this time the temperature had risen to 92 degrees. It became apparent that time on the range had to be limited to 2-hour intervals. Topper delivered a detailed-filled Second Strike. One of the participating families had recently been in Boston on vacation to visit a relative who lives in Arlington (formerly Menotomy).
The final use of the Green Practice AQT was Standing Position steady hold factor instruction and live fire. With that completed the first AQT of the clinic was posted at 4:00 p.m. By the end of the final stage of the AQT, both students and instructors reached a limit of endurance for the day. Individual students had great success with various stages but were not able to consolidate necessary hits on one target.
The Saturday afternoon Red Coat replaced AQT #1 and all was completed by 5:00 p.m. With 7 students, 7 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (100%), 4 (57%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette, and 2 (29%) placed hits on the 300-yard silhouette. Three (43%) hit the shingle. One of our youngest students (Hailey) was able to hit the shingle after coming to the line every time preparation period was called.
Sunday, June 22 started out bright, early and quickly became hot. With humidity, a heat index reached 105 degrees, and the clinic made liberal use of the air-conditioned clubhouse. The morning Red Coat was posted and shot by 9:00 a.m. With 8 students, 7 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (87%), 5 (62%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette, and 1 (14%) placed a hit on the 400-yard silhouette. Two (28%) hit the shingle. Again, Hailey had success with the smallest object.
The group posted AQT #3 and #4 together just before lunch and all happily retired to the comfort of the clubhouse. Headhunter finished the history series with a moving rendition of the Third Strike, challenging the students to think about family sacrifices. With lectures completed, all returned to the range. Both AQTs were fired and the students agreed to call it a day. The highest AQT score of the clinic was by Jimmy, who recorded 205. Keep up the good work. A rifleman is persistent.
The Sunday afternoon Red Coat was completed and recorded by 1:45 p.m. The afternoon Red Coat was posted and recorded by 1:45 p.m. With 5 students, 5 placed 3 hits on the 100-yard silhouette (100%), 3 (60%) put their rounds on the 200-yard silhouette. Two (40%) hit the shingle. This time another youthful student (Jacob) hit the shingle.
I want to thank all of the students for coming out and exhibiting a willingness to learn new skills. I want to encourage all of you to practice reading your targets to diagnose ways you can correct your technique. I am very proud of the way the youngest students paid attention to the instruction and put those ideas into practice. Hailey and Jacob can certainly hit the shingle. The rest of the Red Coat is not far out of reach for you. Best wishes to Brandon!
I want to thank the Henry County Sportsmen's Association for accommodating Project Appleseed and our constant use of the clubhouse. Many thanks to Topper and Headhunter for volunteering this past weekend. Congratulations to Headhunter on becoming a full instructor.
Third Degree
#33
Deals and Steals / SW MP22!
Last post by Deals4Appleseeders - June 26, 2025, 06:05:11 PM #34
After Action Reports / Re: AAR Coshocton, Ohio - June...
Last post by Griffin - June 26, 2025, 11:17:59 AMI think we all learned not to get on the bad side of Bob's mom - she's in touch with her inner Prudence Wright!
#35
Idaho / Re: Coolest Appleseder
Last post by Maximum Ordinate - June 26, 2025, 09:21:50 AMThat is pretty cool.
Our Appleseed brothers in Virginia are nipping at your heels, though....
Our Appleseed brothers in Virginia are nipping at your heels, though....
#36
After Action Reports / Re: 2025.06.2122 Appleseed - D...
Last post by bravhrt - June 26, 2025, 08:28:01 AMMuch gratitude to Skyline HFC for the use of their first-class facility, to Shoot Boss codefogey for running an excellent event (as per usual) and to the CO cadre for their contributions to the cause.
Conditions were less than optimal on Saturday due to the sweltering heat, but with shade provided by the pistol house, properly timed breaks, and continuous hydration there were no medical incidents. Employing judicious self-care is not selfish.
Kudos to the shooters for their solid performance and their regard for safety.
If you're interested in stretching your .22LR rifle out to 100 yards, we'll be back at Skyline HFC for a one-day Rimfire Know Distance shoot on Saturday, Sept 27. Slots are still available!
Here's the sign up link: https://appleseedinfo.org/schedule/?qstate=CO&state=Colorado
Looking forward to seeing you on the line and stay frosty!
Conditions were less than optimal on Saturday due to the sweltering heat, but with shade provided by the pistol house, properly timed breaks, and continuous hydration there were no medical incidents. Employing judicious self-care is not selfish.
Kudos to the shooters for their solid performance and their regard for safety.
If you're interested in stretching your .22LR rifle out to 100 yards, we'll be back at Skyline HFC for a one-day Rimfire Know Distance shoot on Saturday, Sept 27. Slots are still available!
Here's the sign up link: https://appleseedinfo.org/schedule/?qstate=CO&state=Colorado
Looking forward to seeing you on the line and stay frosty!
#37
Deals and Steals / Re: Palmetto State Armory Deal...
Last post by Proud Patriot - June 24, 2025, 07:40:58 PMIt comes with 2 magazines. The price will vary depending on the options you choose. That is why the message says that you need to put it in the cart to get the actual price. But the regular price is $249.99 so with the "daily special" I can not say what it will be.
I did not find extra magazines for it on their site. Sorry
I did not find extra magazines for it on their site. Sorry
#38
After Action Reports / Laramie WY - AAR - June 6, 202...
Last post by Ridge Walker - June 24, 2025, 03:33:29 PMFriday June 06, 2025 was a great day for liberty with a one day pistol course! 
It started off with a cold morning at 7,220' elevation in Laramie Wyoming to kick off a 11 day event -Appleseed Pistol Clinic, PIBC, IBC, RBC, Appleseed (rifle) and KD. Shooters came from Oklahoma, Indiana, Idaho, Ohio, New Mexico, Colorado, Nebraska, Arkansas and Wyoming to be a part of this great event. The Laramie Rifle Range provided space to commune and camp and our host from the range was the ever present Regular Guy who made sure everything was in top working order.
After thoroughly covering all safety aspects the morning was kicked off with off with a Hits Count target. Geektook the Line Boss duties and provided awesome quality training as only he can do. A cold rain came and we took it into the clubhouse for lunch and was a time to talk Liberty and Heritage before getting back on the line. Captaintook over the Line Boss responsibilities with more awesome instruction on the art of the Pistoleer™.
Soon it was time to get into the PQT. 4 PQTs were shot in the afternoon and the results were crazy outstanding. Returning shooter Nephi (Centimeter) shot a 229 & a 207 with a 10mm, new shooter Jonathan P shot a 213/224/227/210 to prove it. New shooters Paul, Kody & Ryan took it to the wire shooting Pistoleer™ and instructor Top Hand shot Pistoleer™ to re-qualify and round out the day. There were many other good scores that just missed it by a hair.
Nephi took the Orange Hat and Steffi_1 took the Blue. We are really looking forward to them joining the instructor cadre. We salute you! Welcome aboard.
Thanks again to the Laramie Rifle Range for hosting Appleseed's biggest event - we couldn't do it without you!! HUZZZAHHH SHOOTERS, HUZZZAHHH!!!
A cold morning on the line
Liberty & History!
Jonathan, he came to prove it!
Ryan shoots lights out
Kody Pistoleer™!
Steffi_1 new Blue Hat!
Pistoleer™ Paul!
Sage instruction from The Captain
Top Hand being a Top Hand!
Nephi's new Orange Hat! Congratulations and welcome.
GO TEAM!
For Liberty!
Sunset on the High Plains. Congratulations all! HUZZZAHHH
It started off with a cold morning at 7,220' elevation in Laramie Wyoming to kick off a 11 day event -Appleseed Pistol Clinic, PIBC, IBC, RBC, Appleseed (rifle) and KD. Shooters came from Oklahoma, Indiana, Idaho, Ohio, New Mexico, Colorado, Nebraska, Arkansas and Wyoming to be a part of this great event. The Laramie Rifle Range provided space to commune and camp and our host from the range was the ever present Regular Guy who made sure everything was in top working order.
After thoroughly covering all safety aspects the morning was kicked off with off with a Hits Count target. Geektook the Line Boss duties and provided awesome quality training as only he can do. A cold rain came and we took it into the clubhouse for lunch and was a time to talk Liberty and Heritage before getting back on the line. Captaintook over the Line Boss responsibilities with more awesome instruction on the art of the Pistoleer™.
Soon it was time to get into the PQT. 4 PQTs were shot in the afternoon and the results were crazy outstanding. Returning shooter Nephi (Centimeter) shot a 229 & a 207 with a 10mm, new shooter Jonathan P shot a 213/224/227/210 to prove it. New shooters Paul, Kody & Ryan took it to the wire shooting Pistoleer™ and instructor Top Hand shot Pistoleer™ to re-qualify and round out the day. There were many other good scores that just missed it by a hair.
Nephi took the Orange Hat and Steffi_1 took the Blue. We are really looking forward to them joining the instructor cadre. We salute you! Welcome aboard.
Thanks again to the Laramie Rifle Range for hosting Appleseed's biggest event - we couldn't do it without you!! HUZZZAHHH SHOOTERS, HUZZZAHHH!!!
A cold morning on the line
Liberty & History!
Jonathan, he came to prove it!
Ryan shoots lights out
Kody Pistoleer™!
Steffi_1 new Blue Hat!
Pistoleer™ Paul!
Sage instruction from The Captain
Top Hand being a Top Hand!
Nephi's new Orange Hat! Congratulations and welcome.
GO TEAM!
For Liberty!
Sunset on the High Plains. Congratulations all! HUZZZAHHH
#39
Deals and Steals / Re: Palmetto State Armory Deal...
Last post by Charles McKinley - June 24, 2025, 03:30:00 PMDo they have spare magazines available? Price? The entire system needs to be affordable and serviceable.
#40
After Action Reports / Re: Beaver Falls, PA AAR , Ju...
Last post by Charles McKinley - June 24, 2025, 03:22:08 PMThanks to all that came out. It was good if hot weekend. I look forward to seeing you WITH FRIENDS in the future.