New Years Day shoot 2018
 

Are the Granite State boys hosting this event again?
Before you know it.........

Good question George. If it happens I'll definitely be there.





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It's very easy to put it together so I haven't given it much thought. With Jan 1 being a Monday there are no conflicts with club activities, plus club leadership has been very supportive of the event. I would say plan it happening, watch the weather as it gets closer, and think about what yummy dish of food you might bring this years. We will do the usual skeet and trap shooting and a 12/10ga backup and elimination if there is enough interest. The club has also built a 5 stand range since the last NYD shoot. I don't know how to run it but it's the club President's baby and if he has the day off I am pretty sure he will run it for us. I'll check in with him and find out more info and post later.

Have been looking forward to it since last year, will bring donuts and whatever Ellen cooks up. Will come early to help set up and whatever else needs doing.

"Watch the weather"?? Why, so we'll know what to wear?





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I didn't think the weather ever stopped that shoot.

Wish I lived close enough to participate in it. Always looks like a lot of fun

Mills, I'll pick you up at Logan Airport.

We do shoot regardless of the weather - that's half the fun!





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It's NH , expect -10 to 65 temps with high wind or claim;
see you there,:corn:
scott

I'll be there!! Count me in to bring a Box of Joe from Dunkin's.

Hopefully the five stand can be opened up. That will be a nice addition to skeet and trap.

Thanks to the NH Boys for setting this up.

Where is this shoot? If I can get someone to cover for me at the shop, I'll make it. Just someone tell me where this is held and what time to arrive.

I will be in Dallas visiting with family for Christmas but will be back in time to put together a Venison Stew for this event. I look forward to seeing everyone again this year.

Your shop is open on New Year's Day?





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HINT - you were there at the last New Years Day Allen.... :rolleyes: :rotf:

Shooting begins at 9 a.m.





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Stub, heck, I have trouble remembering what I had for breakfast let alone last New Year's Day! So, will one of you gents (I use the term loosely) tell me where this shoot is at? Dean, I just checked, we're closed New Years

Major Waldrons - Barrington, NH

It's on RT 9. Easy to find if put that in your GPS.

Google it and you will find directions, very easy to get to.

Thanks frank. Dan, want to ride up together?

Thank you but i may be coming from Maine, plans still up in the air.

Good news, the club President and very active skeet and 5 stand shooter said he would come down and open and run the 5 stand course for our shoot.

God, It sucks getting old :whistle:

I had it in my GPS from last year..I remember it was a two hrs drive from my house to major Waldron's. I remember going there now. It just took a few pulls on the recesses of my memory to bring it out. Lol. Yes, it does suck getting old.

Allen:

Your post on this Forum after that New Year's Day shoot last January was most inspiring, and as I recall other Members registered their appreciation of it as well.

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"I grew up shooting my grandfather's and my Dad's 16 ga. VH on grouse, woodcock and pheasants here in Massachusetts and just outside of Boston when there was no shortage of native birds. My uncles all shot Parkers, albeit high[er] grades than the VH I was shooting. My brother and I were told constantly by my Dad and two uncles that Parkers were the best American made doubles by far. But this is as far as my knowledge went. They were great guns and you didn't need to shoot any other gun. Until I joined the PGCA, I never realized or even gave it a thought that there was so much history and information to be learned about the Parker (or as we say here in New England, 'Parka'.) PGCA events such as the one we just had at Major Waldron's have allowed me another vehicle to not only make new friends and acquaintances but increase my knowledge of these fine old guns. I come away from these events and forums reflecting on how little I know and how far I must go to gain and increase in my knowledge base on Parkers. I most appreciate the times at these events when I can inquire and more than that just listen to the gents who know so much more about Parkers, their manufacture et al, So, I say, let's continue these events and bring in more youth to the PGCA community so we can insure these guns continue to be appreciated and treasured for years to come. They are indeed a part of America's history and sporting culture. Thanks again for yesterday's event at Major Waldron's. And thanks to the club for hosting us. Oh and I apologize for the length of this post. I'm just in a sentimental mood right now and felt the emotional urge to communicate with you all." --BRDHNTR, January 2017

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Thank you Russell. I'm looking forward to the shoot on New Years Day. Since my wife passed away (from cancer), I am much more reflective and as I said in last years post, more sentimental. Family and friends are treasured aspects of my life these days. Enough said. Let's pray the weather holds for the upcoming shoot. I'll try to remember to bring some homemade sourdough fruited breakfast rolls and maybe a nice bottle of single malt for after the shooting and to further warm our hearts.

I will be there and bring the usual lasagna...better load up some 10 gauge for the protection and Annie Oakley shoot! Enjoy those tremendously!

I think I would like to come to this as well. It's a doable 2hr 45min drive for me. It would be nice to meet and shoot with PGCA members. This sounds like a fun event and I am happy to bring some food and coffee/drinks.

Jay

Jay, it is much fun and you get to meet and greet as well as see some nice Parkers.

What are the particulars for the New Years Day Shoot? If I knew the official info, I would post it to our calendar if someone else doesn't do it first.:whistle: I know many here have attended prior shoots but for those that haven't, I think we need to let them know at least the location and times. I can make assumptions but I would like to have it from someone in charge....:bowdown:

The shoot starts at 9AM on 1/1/18. It is held at Major Waldron's Sportsmans Association, Major Waldron's Sportsmen's Association 339 Franklin Pierce Highway Barrington, NH 03825. The venue this year will be Skeet, Trap, and 5-Stand. If time and interest allows we will play some trap shooting games, Elimination aka Annie Oakley and a 27 yard line Protection with a 10ga shooter backing up a smaller gauge shooter. Food and drink is provided by what attendees would like to share (we have never gone hungry).

I entered this in the calendar so it's easy to locate.

Thanks!!

I'll be there and demonstrating the usual laughable non-performance shooting tips ;]

--allan

I'll be bringing my grandson Cam and his paternal grandfather Jeff. Jeff has never been to any kind of shoot before but he shoots his Sig often enough to stay accurate.

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Iam coming by Wife or Uber.....
 

I don't think Uber will go that far or allow me to bring a lot of guns.
I will be coming if my wife will drive me because my right foot up to my knee is in a f---ing boot. I got it strapped on yesterday.
I now know I have fractured my 4th metatarsal and that is why I have been in such pain for a loooooong time. I know exactly when and where: Shooting Drakes with Daryl Corona in April 2016. Going down a long set of stairs on the old course.
Bad diagnosis in June 2016. This time an MRI found it.
This sucks. I wish I could say how I really feel but I was kicked off the Forum once before for saying Damn and don't want it to happen again- ooops
Call me if you like to hear profanity.
Looks like only stationary waterfowl hunting for two months.
I am now an up and running Uber user.

George, I feel for you, last year I had ankle surgery which was more intense then the Dr thought it would be (1hr surgery turned into a 2 1/2 hr surgery) and then the boot on the right ankle (learned how to drive left footed ! :whistle: )
Anyway even if you can't shoot, try and get out there and enjoy the shoot and the guys (and from what I heard the food) and also haven't you learned from me, you don't want to hang around COB and Daryl for too long, they always get you into some kind of trouble.........:rotf:

Thanks Eric but if I can get there I can shoot. as long as they don't make me run between stations. And you are right about Corona- nothing but trouble.

I feel (and have felt) your all's pain. Be patient - the pain will end in its own time.... or you'll just get used to it.

But at least now George, we know why you're so cranky.





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Dean, please would you arrange to get George a golf cart if he attends.........:rolleyes: I think that would be the least you guys could do.

The good news George is that you finally found out what was causing all that pain for so long. Now, at least you can say you're on the mend. Hope you can make it up to Major Waldron's. Get well

Merry Christmas to you too Georgie.:)

There are no carts at Major Waldron's but I'll offer to be his gun bearer.





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