DFW Get-Together May 14th was a blast! Thanks all!

[TrueFlog]

I finally got feedback from my group. Several want to come, but have prior commitments. In the end, it will just be myself and two others. We'll be at the range and at lunch.

[GeekwithaGun]

I regretfully have to bow out for this weekend (me and a +1 maybe) - we have too much to do and not enough time. The storm on April 11 caused a lot of damage and we are still having contractors and work being done (by me) around the property.

Have fun and I'll catch you another time.

[TrueFlog]

I had another friend request to join us. That makes my party 3 plus me.

[Hoi Polloi]

Restaurant Count
Pawpaw -1
RAM4171 - 1
Yzas - 1
lonewolf - 1+2
rexinthecity - 1+2 definitely going, +1 likely going, +1 might go
Diesel42 - 1+1
5thGenTexan - 1
TrueFlog - 1+3

TAM, Andy C, Excaliber, who else am I missing? Are you not going to the restaurant?

I'm compiling all the info for tomorrow right now and will hopefully have it posted shortly.

[The Annoyed Man]

I am probably coming to the restaurant. My son and his fiancé will be joining me for the shooting portion. I don't know if they will be wanting to eat afterward. I'm only a parent, so I am not kept fully in the loop as to their intentions.

[TrueFlog]

Ah, I forgot to mention... If anyone has a Kahr PM9 or Kimber Solo that I can try out, that would be much appreciated. I want a micro-nine for this summer weather.

[Hoi Polloi]

LOCATION
Elm Fork Shooting Range
10751 Luna Road         
Dallas, TX 75220
972-556-0164
http://www.elmfork.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Mercado Juarez Restaurant
1901 West Northwest Highway
Dallas, TX 75220
972-556-0796
http://www.mercadojuarez.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

SCHEDULE
9-9:30 Arrive, introduce ourselves, get set-up (a little more formal than last time)
9:30-10:30 Help others (new shooters, holsters, try out others' guns, whatever is arranged in advance)
10:30-10:45 or 11 Transition time. Snack. Talk. Show off cool stuff to the group.
10:45/11-11:30 Shoot our own weapons
11:30-12:00 Take down, clean up, get to restaurant
12-1/1:30 Eat and chat

Arrive (9-9:30)
-Fill out the name tags. Please fill out a name tag with your given name on top and your forum name below it. If the person does not have a forum name, please put their connection to the forum below the given name. "Forum lurker" or "Guest of Hoi Polloi" would be examples.
-Fill out the Sharing form. If you brought something others can check out, please indicate that on the form I will provide. I'll post it in a central location while we're there so others will know where to find what they're interested in seeing.
-Label a red plastic cup. There will be masking tape and red plastic cups. Please write your name and the type of bullets you'll allow others to use on the tape then place that on the cup. If you want people to use less than 5 bullets each, please write a per person limit on the tape. "Hoi Polloi .45s (Limit 2) and 9mm" would be an example.
-Introduce yourself to me. I'll be the one in the tiara.
-If you are late arriving, please do the above when you do arrive.
-Group picture. There will be two group pictures. One will be for everyone in attendance to have a picture. This is not to be posted online. The second will be to post to the forum and anyone who does not want to be posted online will have an opportunity to exit the frame.

Help Others (9:30-10:30)
-Andy C and Excaliber will be helping any interested with shooting basics such as grip, stance, aim, shooting, etc.
-This is the time to go try out that gun, holster, etc someone else brought or to work with your spouse, friend, etc who came along. There will be a list posted of who has what so you'll know what is available to check out.
-There will be red plastic cups out. Please chip in for the cost of bullets if you use someone else's bullets and limit yourself to 2-5 bullets unless told otherwise. Most bullets work out to be between 10 cents and a dollar, with the majority falling in the 25-60 cent range.

Transition 10:30-10:45 or 11
-Wash your hands and step away from the firing line to grab a snack and drink of water.
-Anyone who brought something really nifty or of general interest can show it to the group.
-Shake hands and introduce yourself to others. Exchange email addresses or business cards as desired.

Shoot Your Own 10:45 or 11:00-11:30
-Time to really focus on yourself and shoot your own weapons.

Take down 11:30-12:00
-Pack up
-Clean up
-Make sure you know where you're going
-Get to the restaurant

Restaurant 12-1:00 or 1:30
-Sit down in the AC and chit-chat, grab a drink or bite to eat, and enjoy each others' company.
-If you're planning to shoot skeet after lunch, please don't consume any alcohol.
-Group picture. There will be two group pictures. One will be for everyone in attendance to have a picture. This is not to be posted online. The second will be to post to the forum and anyone who does not want to be posted online will have an opportunity to exit the frame.

Skeet 1:30-?
-Any interested can return after lunch to Elm Fork to shoot skeet with Andy C. Read about that here: viewtopic.php?f=7&t=44928" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

WHAT TO BRING
-Range fee.
-Change to donate if you are going to use others' bullets. (Plan on 25-60 cents per bullet.)
-Money to purchase a drink/food at the restaurant as applicable.
-Eye protection and ear protection. Ear foamies and regular eyeglasses/sunglasses are a minimum.
-Any guns, belts, or holsters you have that you'd like to use or that you'd allow others to check out.
-At least 100 rounds of ammo is recommended. More won't hurt.
-Not necessary, but a snack wouldn't hurt. There's a water fountain in the club house if you want to walk up there.
-A wet washcloth inside a ziploc baggie dropped into your ice chest can be used to cool your neck and wipe your hands. Thanks the TAM's family for the tip. The club house has a toilet, sink, and soap if you want to walk up there. Hand/baby wipes can be an alternative.
-If you want to connect with others, feel free to bring personal or business cards to share.

COSTS
All prices are before tax, which will be added to the final sale.
Paper Pistol Range and Tactical Bay: $15 a person. Children 12 and under half-off with a paid adult admission.
-FMJ OK
Steel Pistol Range: $20 a person. Children 12 and under half-off with a paid adult admission.
-Pistol calibers only
Paper pistol range, Tactical Bay, and Steel Pistol Range: $25 a person. Children 12 and under half-off with a paid adult admission.
-FMJ OK on paper range and in tactical bay. Pistol calibers only and no FMJ on steel range.

100-yd Rifle Range: $15 a person. Children 12 and under half-off with a paid adult admission.
-Rifle must be scoped, no red dot scopes, no FMJ, no AKs, no SKS
Rifle Range, Paper Pistol Range, and Tactical Bay: $25 per person. Children 12 and under half-off with a paid adult admission.

Shotgun - trap or skeet: $8.50 for 25 shots per person.
Sporting clays (in woods): 50 targets for $26, 100 targets for $42.90
-No home defense shotguns
Sporting clays plus golf cart: $10 per person more for cart

Elm Fork sells eye and ear protection and commercial ammo.
They also rent shotguns and pistols. Rental is $15 a gun. If you rent a pistol from them, you must purchase their ammo which starts at $18.99 for a 9mm box of 50.

[chasfm11]

Restaurant Count
Pawpaw -1
RAM4171 - 1
Yzas - 1
lonewolf - 1+2
rexinthecity - 1+2 definitely going, +1 likely going, +1 might go
Diesel42 - 1+1
5thGenTexan - 1
TrueFlog - 1+3

TAM, Andy C, Excaliber, who else am I missing? Are you not going to the restaurant?

I'm compiling all the info for tomorrow right now and will hopefully have it posted shortly.

Please add me, too. I'm planning on both shooting and going to the restaurant.

[Hoi Polloi]

My personal requests: I want to shoot the S&W 9c, see the S&W 45c, and handle as many holsters as possible. I particularly would like to see a mini-tuck and a bellyband if anyone has one to bring, but all holsters (good, bad, and ugly) are appreciated. Also, I'd like to see a ladies specific belt if anyone has one to see if the cut difference is worth the expense.

Updated Restaurant Count
Pawpaw -1
RAM4171 - 1
Yzas - 1
lonewolf - 1+2
rexinthecity - 1+2 definitely going, +1 likely going, +1 might go
Diesel42 - 1+1
5thGenTexan - 1
TrueFlog - 1+3
TAM - 1 probable + 2 maybes
chasfm11 - 1

[rexinthecity]

I'm now at 1+2 definitely going, +1 might go

[lonewolf]

Better get after it, Andy, the universe is counting on you......

Hey, is it OK to run a couple of slugs through a Remington 870? Friend is coming that has never shot his and would like to put something (anything) downrange with it. I've got a couple of slugs he can use in the "tactical" bay.....

Meanwhile I'll be putting the stock and long barrel back on my Mossberg. The kids had a rough time with the short barrel and pistol grip, even though it was "cool".....

[C-dub]

I'm still in for both. I'll have my Glocks and the Henry. Not sure how much .40 I'll bring for the Glocks yet, but probably 100 rounds for the Henry. We might not need that much, but I'll have it just in case.

I'll also have my Blackhawk Serpa II and MTAC Minotaur. These are the two holsters I use the most. If I can find my kangaroo holster I'll bring it. The only two other holsters I have is the one that very basic Glock holster and a Fobus Roto holster. The Roto is kind cool, but not very good for concealment because it sticks out so far.

[5thGenTexan]

Trueflog I will have aPM9 with me, TAM was also wanting to try some single stack polymer 9's.