Camp Atterbury July 23—Jul 24: 500 yards of rifle challenge! Who's going?!

[RobbyMaQ]

Once on base, where do we go again?

 

[Wild Deuce]

Once on base, where do we go again?

Good question ... probably the parking lot in front of range control?

 

[yellowhousejake]

Weave through the s curve and pass under the awning. Continue straight ahead paying close attention to the posted speed limit, especially if there are troops marching. Range Control will be several blocks ahead on your left. They share the intersection with the Fire Department and air services, which will be ahead of you as you pass in front of Range Control.

DAve

 

[ol' Huff]

Everybody calm down.

 

[Twangbanger]

Ah, reading this thread brings back good memories...

A word to the wise, a small pair of binoculars or even a monocular will be your friend. You'll want to be able to see the "sighter discs" on your targets when they come up after scoring, and if I recall correctly, they come up at times when the line is cold and you're not allowed to handle your rifle (in other words, if your only optics are attached to your rifle, and you can't see the discs with the naked eye, you're screwed). 4x is more than enough magnification, anywhere on the utilized portion of the range.

I would take and use something that repels ticks. It's been rainy lately, and the grass on those ranges is quite high before they mow it. Also, be careful about rubbing your eyes with your fingers. Do not assume that because you're in the middle of a grassy field, there is no poison ivy around. I got the worst case of poison ivy I ever got down there, right in the middle of the grass and through my jeans (probably a small shrubby plant that got mowed off and left a sappy stub that soaked through while I was shooting prone). It probably won't happen to you and it's all part of the experience anyway. But watch the eyes. You want to be able to enjoy the second day fully and benefit from it, because that's when it all comes together.

Have fun folks, and don't forget to thank your volunteers when you're done!

Class of 6-2013

 

[ol' Huff]

Hydrate

 

[42769vette]

Hydrate

Im trying, but Im almost out of Budweiser

 

[ol' Huff]

They sell it in stores, bro. Keep up.

 

[RobbyMaQ]

Budweiser? wow! That's hardcore hydration! My IPA is only like 85% water!

 

[Wild Deuce]

I'm slamming the sweet tea but I keep getting interrupted by bathroom breaks.

 

[chubbs]

All week I've keep saying I'll switch to water once the coors is gone, but ol' huff presented a better plan.

 

[42769vette]

I really was kidding. I cut beer out a few days ago.

I did a shoot with conditions very similar to these a few years ago. Not only did I get a sunburn that would have made the folks at the guiness book of world records cringe, but I drank a few (litterally a few as in 3) the night before, and it was a horrible idea.

 

[chubbs]

I'm actually glad you brought that shoot up Alan. I was dreading the heat this weekend. But what the heck, we've done it before. I seem to remember you being a lobster since you decided to forgo your bandanna.
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[MohawkSlim]

Just finished another gallon jug of water.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

Just finished another gallon jug of water.

A gallon of water is a healthy amount of water to drink every day ... even if you aren't planning to spend the day outside in 90+ degree weather. Your pee should be clear and copious. If not, drink more water!

 

[Hop]

I'm really going to have to talk with one of the doctors at work about this hydration thing. They are all nephrologists and know everything about fluid retention in the body.

 

[RobbyMaQ]

Coffee has water in it... right?

 

[42769vette]

Prize items will have a retail value of roughly 1800 dollars, and will include.

Vortex Talon HD 8x42 binoculars
Vortex Strike eagle 1-6
Vortex Crossfire 2 1-4
Vortex Viper 4-12x40

 

[MohawkSlim]

Those are sweet prizes! Thanks Alan!

...and I'm about 1/2 way through another gallon. Drink up, shooters!

 

[ol' Huff]

You can just go ahead and put any one of those items in my pack, Alan. No need for you to lug it around.