Well a find day for shooting today. Some thought it was too wet to come out but 22 made it to the range for the Arthur White / Garrick Cup. The results are on the results page and congratulations to Mark form some excellent shooting.
Sorry I couldn’t be there but, well its only two weeks till the next shoot.
Well as you can see a fine bunch of shooters turned out for a busy practice day. We had 31 in total so we must be doing something right!
The rain has fallen in torrents lately and more to come but the all weather track up the range avoided nearly all the mud and we have nearly forgotten how difficult it used to be just getting up the range. (Anyone want to go back to the old muddy field days? – No I thought not)
The weather has impeded some of the work on the range and we have a full program this year including repair to the Backstop (people keep Shooting it). The Target Hut Roof (getting very suspect) and some seating at 200 and 300 yards. It will have to dry out a bit.
There was something else – Oh I know – The contractors are available to start the Pavilion project from the third week in February so we may get some hut action this spring and it can then rain all it wants as we can retreat to the clubhouse for a cuppa etc. There’s something to look forward to.
And where did I disappear to in a hurry? – Altercation with a legal but non locking multi-tool rendered a large cut in the trigger finger requiring medical attention. Pity I was looking forward to a decent blast with the M41B and the AR15. Will have to wait till next time.
Bah Humbug!!
No Rain, No Snow!!
Nice day, Great Weather and Great Fun. Not got time for a long report. You know how these things work anyway. The results are on the results page, One picture here and some more on the photos page.
We had a great time and so why don’t you join us next time?
To keep you informed I thought you should be updated where we are with the strategic plans for 2014.
Most importantly we are about to start building the much anticipated George Arnold Pavilion. As you will be aware there has been much said about this over the years and I won’t bore you with the problems this has caused so here is where we are.
The committee decided that in the interest of fairness that the whole project should be handled independently so the project is being managed by an independent project manager who has organised the re-tender outside of our influence. There has also been a massive effort in organising all the building and planning requirements that are too numerous to mention here.
It has been recommended that the proposed wooden structure was more expensive than we needed and it was in fact cheaper to build this out of block being more sturdy and cheaper.
The tender process has completed and based on the recommendation of the project manager we have now appointed a contractor who will start work as soon as possible with a view to completion in June 2014.
So that’s it. In a nutshell we are finally moving along and we will see the evidence of works starting very soon.
This will disrupt our program for 2014 and we won’t be using the 600 yard point for the first half of the year. The program has been adjusted to reflect this and so some competitions that used to be shot at 600 will have been moved to other distances. So what was a 500/600 yard comp previously will be a 300 and 500 yard instead for this year. No point in getting worked up about it, it will be worth it in the end.
The new program for the year has been posted on the Program 2014 page. A printable copy can be found on the following link
Shooting Records
The Yellow Form that we remember will no longer be issued. There is a shooting record that you can use here 2014 Record 2014 to cover your Dorking shoots.
The club will maintain a central record of shoot attendance as we are obliged to do. It is up to you to record your attendance to satisfy the police you are using your firearms enough to justify retention of your certificate.
If you don’t turn up for a year and don’t keep a record of your shooting then its YOUR PROBLEM not ours. So Use your Firearms and keep a record it will make renewals a whole lot easier.
I recommend you keep your shooting records in a safe place and preferably scan a copy somewhere on the web as well as a back up.
I think that’s all for now. Check out the program (that is subject to change depending on circumstances) download the forms and keep your records up to date.
Well its that time of year and the competitions start allover again. I have added a course of fire to the relevant section so take a look and get ready. We should have the club gun available plus ammo and a bayonet.
You will need 42 rounds (maybe have a few extras to hand) a couple of chargers (clips,Magazines etc) and a bayonet.
Mr Ball thinks his new L1A1 can be in the classic class but he will have to be in the moderns. Yes I know its an Enfield Service Rifle but it isn’t really in the spirit of the WW2 and earlier stuff. He will complain but that’s part of the fun.
If you haven’t been to one of our SR comps before come along and have a go.
PS – You will need a proper Service Rifle for this sort of thing. We have a category for Classics and one for Modern Rifles
Well there was time for a quick shoot on Sunday. We had fine weather and a hight turn out of nearly 30 people.
As there was a distinct possibility of rain we got stuck in and were mostly out of ammo by 12.30 when we packed up and went home before the promised rain started.
There was a wide variety do firearms present from Rolling Blocks, Classic, and Modern etc. one of the more unusual was a manual L1A1 that we have not seen much of since their banning in the late 80’s. The one in the photo is a legal manually operated version and someone’s new toy. If you look closely examine the shooters eye!
Next stop is the service rifle so see you then.
Just a quick note to wish you all the best of the season. It is raining today and tomorrow so thankfully we are not shooting. Hopefully it will all be sunny in time for the Hero Shoot.
The Hero Shoot will be at 200 yards and we will do (within reason) whatever people want to do on the day so don’t be late and think about what you would like to shoot.
Please renew your membership as soon as possible so we can let some more of the probationers join and plan the years activities.
While you are taking a break (I know the committee need one) take 5 minutes to read the article from the recent NRA Journal regarding Firearms and the police.I am sure they wont mind its reproduction as it provides some important points that you should be aware of in the event of a visit from HMC.
Happy Christmas
Well not a huge turn out, reports of colds and other commitments kept some away. Still not a problem as those who did turn out were rewarded with a fun and quick shoot with everyone getting a prize at the end – what could be better?
Once we got going it went smoothly and everyone enjoyed themselves. In the spirit of Christmas there was shared riles and a selection of Mince Pies. There was plenty to do and no hanging around.
There was something for everyone and we will definitely be doing a McSanta (McQueen) pairs again as that was excellent fun. In general shooting in pairs worked well so expect to see it again at some point in the future (Team Service Rifle Anyone)??
The results are in the results page and as the photos show there were plenty of cheerful faces.
Our president Ted Molyneux gave out the prizes and wished us all the seasons greetings and good luck for 2014. Ted is stepping down as President at the AGM as he is reducing his commitments. He has been on the committee since 1943 so we have to thank him for his commitment to the club over the years. He is irreplaceable.
So Happy Christmas and see you at the Hero Shoot.
Its that time of year again and in an effort to get ahead of the game we are sending the membership renewals out later this week. So If you expect one and didn’t get one then let Chris Gordon know and if you have not had one in a couple of weeks let him know as well.
We would really appreciate early renewal so we can confirm the actual members and review how many of the probationer backlog we can accept in 2014.
We wont accept renewals or cash payments on the range (that’s how problems start)
So to the Christmas Shoot and the need to clarify a couple of points.
We are likely to have more members than club guns so if you have a suitable rifle (Scoped or Service Rifle) then please please:-
A) Bring them along
B) Share with other members – its Christmas after all
Not many of you will have a target sighted classic rifle for the round bull timed fire so if you have one – great bring it along and if you don’t then you can use a service rifle (No scoped rifles on that stage)
There has been a suggestion that pairs should be drawn at random out of a hat but this will only work if you all turn up at 9.15 for the draw so that system starts to unravel with latecomers. It is further complicated with random pairings not having the right guns and both wanting to shoot the same gun at the same time.
So, Its just a fun shoot, Pair up with a mate and share the guns with other members. Do a deal over the ammo or buy some off the club.
Don’t forget the wrapped present to the value of £5.00 and ENJOY YOURSELVES
Be prepared to lend a hand with the running of the event.
A damp day but it all went off OK with the new barricades getting a work out (See the photos Section). Results are on the Results page (Where Else?)
Next stop is the Christmas shoot. Remember you will need some guns and a gift to the value of £5.00 (Wrapped) to enter. If you get a prize then remember the big bottle may be the cooking sherry!!
See the links for the course of fire.
Dorking & District Rifle Club 