Re: Become a "true" Rifleman at Appleseed
Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 5:57 pm
I've been to a couple of these events and they are awesome! The way they mix in the stories of Lexington Green, the old North Bridge and "Dangerous Old Men" is really good as well.
Shooting a Rifleman's score is definitely a challenge and although there are exceptions, there aren't many who can just go out and do it on their first weekend. I certainly didn't even come close my first time out, so it can be a little humbling.
I'd suggest starting with a .22lr just to save on ammo costs, but bring a centerfire as well if you qualify for full distance. As suggested earlier, tube fed 22s are just fine, but whatever you bring, have it rigged up with swivels and a 1.25" gi web sling before you go. All the trigger time on the 22 will relate directly to your centerfire and you've saved a bundle.
No matter how much experience you have, if you bring a teachable attitude with you, chances are you will learn a lot.
I've taken my 10 year old daughter before and although she didn't shoot that well, she had a great time. The instructors we very accommodating and encouraging to her. I can't recommend the program enough.
They hold these in several locations around the state. Here are a few pics from the Oct event in Davilla: http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=10076.0
Shooting a Rifleman's score is definitely a challenge and although there are exceptions, there aren't many who can just go out and do it on their first weekend. I certainly didn't even come close my first time out, so it can be a little humbling.
I'd suggest starting with a .22lr just to save on ammo costs, but bring a centerfire as well if you qualify for full distance. As suggested earlier, tube fed 22s are just fine, but whatever you bring, have it rigged up with swivels and a 1.25" gi web sling before you go. All the trigger time on the 22 will relate directly to your centerfire and you've saved a bundle.No matter how much experience you have, if you bring a teachable attitude with you, chances are you will learn a lot.
I've taken my 10 year old daughter before and although she didn't shoot that well, she had a great time. The instructors we very accommodating and encouraging to her. I can't recommend the program enough.
They hold these in several locations around the state. Here are a few pics from the Oct event in Davilla: http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=10076.0
