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I've talked to a couple of my friends about participating in an Appleseed Shoot, but so far, haven't been able to fit it into my schedule. The Appleseed program is a combination marksmanship clinic and history class presented over a two-day session. It's put on by the Revolutionary War Veterans Association (RWVA). Obviously, these aren't actual Revolutionary War veterans, but it is a group dedicated to providing information and education about the American Revolution, as it would have been done by actual veterans. It looks interesting to me, as a way to improve my shooting skills, as well as a way to learn more history from the American Revolution.
There is a monthly shoot in Piru, CA, as well as regular shoots at many other locations around the country. The schedule can be seen on the site above. April 19th is the big event of the year, and there will be many shoots happening all across the country. April 19th, 1775 is the day representing the start of the Revolutionary War as described here:
What's so important about April 19, 1775 (http://www.appleseedinfo.org/why_april_19.htm - broken link)
There is some interesting info on Youtube, too. Here's an example:
No, not yet, but I'm planning on going to one next month. I really look forward to it and have only heard great things. If I have a good time and learn something I'll start attending as often as possible. The hardest part I think will be breaking all my bad habits.
No, not yet, but I'm planning on going to one next month. I really look forward to it and have only heard great things. If I have a good time and learn something I'll start attending as often as possible. The hardest part I think will be breaking all my bad habits.
I was thinking the same thing about those bad habits. They will be hard to break. If you qualify for marksman, you could soon become an instructor, and help promote the program. I missed the shoot today partly because I had to work, but am hoping to make it next month, if possible.
I spoke at length with one of the instructors at a recent gun show, and he showed me the targets that are used, and described the sequence to me. It looks pretty interesting, and focuses on shooting in various positions, not just one or two stances. They really stress the use of a sling, so if you don't have one on your rifle, you might want to pick one up beforehand, and get it installed. They suggested a military surplus sling, of whatever type you prefer.
I was thinking the same thing about those bad habits. They will be hard to break. If you qualify for marksman, you could soon become an instructor, and help promote the program. I missed the shoot today partly because I had to work, but am hoping to make it next month, if possible.
I spoke at length with one of the instructors at a recent gun show, and he showed me the targets that are used, and described the sequence to me. It looks pretty interesting, and focuses on shooting in various positions, not just one or two stances. They really stress the use of a sling, so if you don't have one on your rifle, you might want to pick one up beforehand, and get it installed. They suggested a military surplus sling, of whatever type you prefer.
I use canvas/web 2-point slings (similar to the usgi slings) on my rifles. I picked up a copy of Fred's Guide to Becoming a Rifleman to read before I attend the shoot. It has some great info. If you don't already have one you might want to consider picking up a copy ahead of time.
I use canvas/web 2-point slings (similar to the usgi slings) on my rifles. I picked up a copy of Fred's Guide to Becoming a Rifleman to read before I attend the shoot. It has some great info. If you don't already have one you might want to consider picking up a copy ahead of time.
I've seen his articles in Shotgun News, but didn't know he offered a printed guide. Was this something you ordered from him, or did you have another source? I would be interested in getting one.
I've seen his articles in Shotgun News, but didn't know he offered a printed guide. Was this something you ordered from him, or did you have another source? I would be interested in getting one.
I received a copy when I ordered some targets from him. I'll send you a link privately.
I received a copy when I ordered some targets from him. I'll send you a link privately.
Thanks. I got your PM. I also ended up finding the book and targets on Fred's website. Now all I've got to do is order them, then practice, practice, practice... and go to the Appleseed shoot, of course.
The host is a Master Instructor for the Appleseed program and State Coordinator for Texas.
And there will be 57 Appleseed Shoots on April 18-19th, nationwide, this year. It will be a very special weekend!
Over 300 Appleseed Shoots, nationwide in 2009 is the plan, so there is bound to be one near you soon, if not, let me know where you want one, Appleseed Shoots travel very well
I'm going to one next month.. A buddy of mine went to one and he tells me it's a hoot so off we goes..... I'm just getting back into competition this year after a 3 year hiatus and this looks like a good warm up. My son and I are going to do the Steel Challenge circuit this year ( I did the latter for ten years straight and bowed out for a spell to do some other stuff) and I find the course of fire as explained by my friend for the Applseeds to be ...well, kinda COOL. Wewill be using my old 1941 Mossberg 46M for this as it is a total tackdriver and was made for shooting like this. I can't wait to get started this year! I forgot how much FUN competitive shooting is and these Appleseed shoots just sound like laid back good clean fun and using the rimfires is a tad cheaper as well
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. A buddy of mine went to one and he tells me it's a hoot so off we goes..... I'm just getting back into competition this year after a 3 year hiatus and this looks like a good warm up. My son and I are going to do the Steel Challenge circuit this year ( I did the latter for ten years straight and bowed out for a spell to do some other stuff) and I find the course of fire as explained by my friend for the Applseeds to be ...well, kinda COOL
. Wewill be using my old 1941 Mossberg 46M for this as it is a total tackdriver and was made for shooting like this. I can't wait to get started this year! I forgot how much FUN competitive shooting is and these Appleseed shoots just sound like laid back good clean fun and using the rimfires is a tad cheaper as well
