Rising Fawn AAR, Nov 9-10, 2013

[SureShotSpartan]

We began the final Appleseed event of 2013 in Rising Fawn with HIGH HOPES and we were not disappointed.  Although Saturday morning started with brisk temperatures, the weekend's forecast called for very favorable conditions to be outdoors celebrating LIBERTY!!

Twenty-six shooters and ten instructors filled the venue to near capacity and we quickly got underway.    Our hearts were softened and our resolved hardened by the inspired telling of the First Strike by Ramblinwreck, priming our guests for "payback" on the first Red Coat of the event.

With each drill that followed, the students eagerly absorbed the finer points of marksmanship conveyed, and with each drill performed, they began to develop good habits.  Each student found multiple ways to "pay" the Instructor Cadre with excellent questions and faithful attention to detail!!  THANKS GUYS!!

During our lunch break, goose (Second Strike) recounted the riveting events from the morning of April 19th with soul stirring accuracy!!  GREAT JOB GOOSE!!

After lunch, we moved back to the line and continued the instruction and, as we introduced new positions, all of the students continued their dedication to improvement.  On the only AQT of the day, several of the shooters shot very respectable scores!!

An end of the day treat was enjoyed by all.  The Shoot Boss told the Third Strike and Morpheus took the event to its emotional peak, channeling his inner Patrick Henry while giving the infamous "Give me Liberty or Give me Death" speech!!!  HUZZAH!!   

Those that stayed after we had concluded the "official" portion of the day, were treated to a Q&A session and product demonstration with David from Liberty Suppressors!  Each person that wanted to was afforded the opportunity to shoot a suppressed 9x19 H&K pistol.  Let's just say, we should have brought more ammo!!      

Sunday began with mild temperatures and brilliant blue skies!!  The morning's instruction was a well executed review of the previous day's leasons. Fabricator, tnjay, General Stuart and the rest of the Instructors did a great job engaging our students with thought provoking conversation.  That was the "sign" I was looking for.  We were primed for a GREAT DAY!!

During the afternoon, two Riflemen emerged from the ranks, Steve (221) and Todd (216)!!! Great job men!!  Not to be outdone by their "older" counterparts, Ella (9 yrs old) shot a 191 and Scout (10 yrs old) shot a 226 from support!!  HUZZAH!! 

To a person, each of you were a pleasure to be around.  Your desire to learn is to be commended!!  You've heard it said, "Practice makes perfect."  I disagree.  "PERFECT practice makes perfect."  I'm confident that each of you, despite where you are in your journey, have what it takes to shoot a Rifleman score.  But, more importantly, I KNOW each of you have what it takes to champion LIBERTY'S cause.  Thank you for joining us on the line!

I trust that each person in attendance, shooters and Instructors alike, will fondly look back on this event and remember it as a benchmark in their lives. 

May Liberty Increase,

Spartan

P.S.  Pictures to follow.  Feel free to share your photos and comments.

[SureShotSpartan]

Ramblinwreck telling the First Strike




Second Strike with goose




Katie, James, Robert and Will


Neil, Matthew, Christine and goose


Andy and Stephen


Morpheus and Taylor


Our most passionate volunteer with her "Appleseed Sign"


Instructors "carding the sights"


Talking with my posterity, Ella and Scout, about Luther Blanchard and the ability of youth to contribute to Liberty's cause



Thirty-six Patriots joined in celebration of Liberty


Sunday morning's review






Chris


Brian


Ella and Tellico


The Gainesville contingent: Stacy, Todd, Amy, Katie and Thomas


Bowditch and Tellico


Ella and her 191!!


Scout and his 226!!!

[goose]

It is always an Honor and Priviledge to be among everyone who participates, students and instructors, as it encourages and motivates me to be a better American Patriot.

We had a terrific weekend, didn't we!-- A pure joy to be among such great people.

*Thank you, Nathan, for the compliment on the Second Strike.


-goose

[SureShotSpartan]

As your humble author, I would like to explain the next few photos a bit.  I had completed my third SBiT event back in October.  For all intents and purposes, I became a Shoot Boss after that event.  However, I knew that my wife and daughter were going to be attending their first Appleseed, at my first event as Shoot Boss.  Their selflessness has enabled me to commit to the program and I wanted them to be there when I got my "new" hat. What appears in the following photos is a "changing of the guard", so to speak.








Registration


Ramblinwreck


Morpheus


The Six Steps


A line filled with the best students

[Ramblin' Wreck]

It was another great Appleseed weekend here in Rising Fawn and what I believe was the largest group of shooters we've had yet. The entire group gave us a teachable attitude and everyone left a better marksman and knowing more about the principles that made this country great.

The highlight for me was being able to "officially" give my good friend SureShotSpartan his new green hat. He's going to be a superb Shoot Boss. Huzzah little brother!

We're beginning to lay out the schedule for 2014 events here in Rising Fawn and in the Tri-State area so watch the web site for the next dates.

Ramblinwreck

[Pop Revere]

It was great to meet all of my Patriotic Appleseed brothers and sisters in Georgia. I really enjoyed the day on Saturday especially while helping Ella & Scout. It was awesome watching them shoot. Scout was shooting some incredibley accurate groups on Saturday so I'm not surprised he did so well on Sunday. Sorry I couldn't be there to see it but my work schedule got changed, again.
Goose you did a great job on the 2nd Strike. Spartan that was one of the best benedictions I've heard and congrats on your new hat. Morpheus your reciting of Patrick Henry was incredible. I was blown away. Ramblinwreck Thank You for the hospitality.
It was a true pleasure to meet all of you and I look forward to seeing and working with you again.
P.S. I wonder, if I get my boss from work to come to an Appleseed, will he enjoy it enough to give me more time off of work? Worth a shot. 

Till next time,
AR-Mike