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#81
After Action Reports / Re: Ames IA AAR April 6-7 2024
Last post by Rhysling - April 12, 2024, 12:24:38 AMThese folks earned minty new Rifleman patches. Huzzah!
I guarantee dad is way prouder of his daughter than he looks!
I guarantee dad is way prouder of his daughter than he looks!
#82
After Action Reports / Ames IA AAR April 6-7 2024
Last post by Rhysling - April 11, 2024, 11:56:52 PMProject Appleseed returned to the Izaak Walton League in Ames IA the weekend of April 6 and 7. Many thanks to the Ikes not only for hosting this event, but also for the long history of support!
Sixteen shooters braved cool temperatures and strong winds on Saturday to hear the Three Strikes of The Match, and learn and practice rifle marksmanship. Of that number, twelve had not been to an event before. Sunday brought warmer temperatures. And rain. And hail.
Shooters persevered through the environmental challenges and sore muscles. We instructors were impressed with just how focused they were. The focus paid off in tremendous improvement from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.
Five shooters earned Rifleman patches on Sunday afternoon, including Brandon shooting 210, Philip 215, Jane 222, and Nicole qualifying twice with 216 and 218. Jack went 4 for 4 in the afternoon, shooting 218, 234, 233, and 230 (including shooting Distinguished). Not too bad for his first event!
Shooters - I was so proud of how hard you worked, and how eager you were to listen. On behalf of all the instructors, thank you for coming out to spend the weekend with us! It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope to see you at our next shoot!
Photos will follow
Sixteen shooters braved cool temperatures and strong winds on Saturday to hear the Three Strikes of The Match, and learn and practice rifle marksmanship. Of that number, twelve had not been to an event before. Sunday brought warmer temperatures. And rain. And hail.
Shooters persevered through the environmental challenges and sore muscles. We instructors were impressed with just how focused they were. The focus paid off in tremendous improvement from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.
Five shooters earned Rifleman patches on Sunday afternoon, including Brandon shooting 210, Philip 215, Jane 222, and Nicole qualifying twice with 216 and 218. Jack went 4 for 4 in the afternoon, shooting 218, 234, 233, and 230 (including shooting Distinguished). Not too bad for his first event!
Shooters - I was so proud of how hard you worked, and how eager you were to listen. On behalf of all the instructors, thank you for coming out to spend the weekend with us! It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope to see you at our next shoot!
Photos will follow
#83
After Action Reports / Re: Orwell, OHIO - April 6-7, ...
Last post by Sherry bear - April 11, 2024, 08:13:16 PMWas a great weekend
#84
Ohio / New Philadelphia 4/20 Help
Last post by cwcdl79 - April 11, 2024, 06:39:28 PMNew Philly Patriots weekend could use at least 1 more hand to help out. line is getting long and projected to continue to grow.
#85
After Action Reports / Re: Columbiana, AL AAR - April...
Last post by Roswell - April 11, 2024, 02:57:50 PMLooks like a great event! 
#86
After Action Reports / Columbiana, AL AAR - April 6-7...
Last post by Maximum Ordinate - April 11, 2024, 11:26:40 AMIt was perfect spring weekend in Alabama! Project Appleseed returned to the Shelby County Sherrif's Department range in Columbiana. We are incredibly grateful to Sherrif Samaniego and Deputy John Baggett for their support and hospitality.
We gathered early Saturday morning. After everyone introduced themselves, AnthonyB told the First Strike of the Match. Then we jumped into safety, the Hits Count target, and lots of drills and other lessons. Just before lunch, we shot our first square and the groups were looking excellent!
At lunch, Hardholder shared the Second Strike. After a well-deserved rest, we back into the marksmanship grind. We adjusted a few rifles and things were going well. Savage22 told the Third Strike. We had some excellent questions from the shooters - which is always a joy. After some more time on the line, the sun began to take it's toll on everyone so we wrapped up about five!
The instructors gathered by the grill for our instructor meeting. OnlyNonScout was our awesome grillmeister! NY strips were donated to the cause, and everyone brought stuff for the potluck.
Sunday morning came all too soon. We started off with the tale of heroine Captain Prudence Wright and reviewed yesterday's lessons. It was a great morning with Ball & Dummy, some additional drills, and an opportunity for the kids to fire a clip of ammo through an M1 Garand!
We finished an AQT before lunch. During lunch, we gathered in the bleachers and learned about Known Distance Shooting. We completed a couple more AQTs. Savage22's son, Jason, earned his Rifleman patch with a 213! Dirk was verrry close. (Hey man, you're gonna get there really soon!)
It was an absolute joy to have Jason, Lee, and Sara Helen on the line. Thanks to each of you for coming out!
At 3pm, AnthonyB led us through the Patriot's Day Memorial Volley. Thirteen solemn rounds fired to remember the fallen of April 19th, 1775. We gathered for a few final words and then broke to clean up and head home.
On behalf of my fellow instructors, thank you for the opportunity to serve you the SCSO range. I hope that you continue to pursue excellence in your marksmanship. Please know, the ultimate compliment you can extend to us is to come back to another Project Appleseed weekend and bring a friend!
in Liberty,
MO
P.S. I got some pictures of our event. If you took pics, feel free to share them here!
We gathered early Saturday morning. After everyone introduced themselves, AnthonyB told the First Strike of the Match. Then we jumped into safety, the Hits Count target, and lots of drills and other lessons. Just before lunch, we shot our first square and the groups were looking excellent!
At lunch, Hardholder shared the Second Strike. After a well-deserved rest, we back into the marksmanship grind. We adjusted a few rifles and things were going well. Savage22 told the Third Strike. We had some excellent questions from the shooters - which is always a joy. After some more time on the line, the sun began to take it's toll on everyone so we wrapped up about five!
The instructors gathered by the grill for our instructor meeting. OnlyNonScout was our awesome grillmeister! NY strips were donated to the cause, and everyone brought stuff for the potluck.
Sunday morning came all too soon. We started off with the tale of heroine Captain Prudence Wright and reviewed yesterday's lessons. It was a great morning with Ball & Dummy, some additional drills, and an opportunity for the kids to fire a clip of ammo through an M1 Garand!
We finished an AQT before lunch. During lunch, we gathered in the bleachers and learned about Known Distance Shooting. We completed a couple more AQTs. Savage22's son, Jason, earned his Rifleman patch with a 213! Dirk was verrry close. (Hey man, you're gonna get there really soon!)
It was an absolute joy to have Jason, Lee, and Sara Helen on the line. Thanks to each of you for coming out!
At 3pm, AnthonyB led us through the Patriot's Day Memorial Volley. Thirteen solemn rounds fired to remember the fallen of April 19th, 1775. We gathered for a few final words and then broke to clean up and head home.
On behalf of my fellow instructors, thank you for the opportunity to serve you the SCSO range. I hope that you continue to pursue excellence in your marksmanship. Please know, the ultimate compliment you can extend to us is to come back to another Project Appleseed weekend and bring a friend!
in Liberty,
MO
P.S. I got some pictures of our event. If you took pics, feel free to share them here!
#87
After Action Reports / Re: Barnhart , Mo. April 6-7, ...
Last post by 209Ken - April 10, 2024, 08:21:26 PM #88
After Action Reports / Re: Kingsport, TN AAR Ladyseed...
Last post by Cleveland - April 10, 2024, 01:09:12 PMIt is great to see the program growing in Kingsport.
#89
After Action Reports / Re: Orwell, OHIO - April 6-7, ...
Last post by Big boom1775 - April 10, 2024, 09:32:01 AM Had great experience.I am willing the gun out eney time. Thanks much!!
#90
After Action Reports / Re: Chattanooga TN AAR April 6...
Last post by upacreek - April 10, 2024, 02:00:47 AMThanks for a fun shoot, Cleveland.
Wileycoyote and Maximum Effort review the seated position
Gator helping out Jeremy. Nice to see you back, Jeremy.
Our newest TN IIT, SignalShooter42, teams up with Michelle for the Ball & Dummy Drill
Wileycoyote watches over Drew and Eric as they team up for the Ball & Dummy Drill
I love seeing the Kelloggs at shoots together.
Congrats to Drew for scoring Rifleman
Congratulations, Special K! Thanks for letting me borrow your rifle.
Congratulations, Shannon on getting a rifleman score again
Congrats on requalifying, CorgiMom.
Wileycoyote and Maximum Effort review the seated position
Gator helping out Jeremy. Nice to see you back, Jeremy.
Our newest TN IIT, SignalShooter42, teams up with Michelle for the Ball & Dummy Drill
Wileycoyote watches over Drew and Eric as they team up for the Ball & Dummy Drill
I love seeing the Kelloggs at shoots together.
Congrats to Drew for scoring Rifleman
Congratulations, Special K! Thanks for letting me borrow your rifle.
Congratulations, Shannon on getting a rifleman score again
Congrats on requalifying, CorgiMom.