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The
Oakdale Gun Club is proud to host a 2-day event
presented by the Appleseed Project
on May 8th & 9th, from 8:30am to 4pm
For those unfamiliar with the Appleseed Project, here is a brief
summary from their website:
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What
is Project Appleseed?
Appleseed is a
program that instructs Americans on the traditional rifle marksmanship
skills that have been passed down from generation to generation, along
with reconnecting today's Americans with the people and events of the
Founding era. Participants are taught fundamental rifle marksmanship
skills that are required to allow a Rifleman to be accurate out to 500
yards, with iron sights, standard rifle and surplus ammo. This is the
traditional 'Rifleman's Quarter mile', which is an uniquely American
Rifleman skill, that has been part of this nation from the very first
days.
Most
of the instruction at an Appleseed is conducted at 25 meters, at
reduced size targets to simulate 100 to 500 yards. This well proven
technique allows us to concentrate on the shooter's mechanics and less
time walking a range. At those locations that allow for actual distance
shooting, participants are often able to see first hand that the skills
that they learn at 25 meters directly apply to actual distances out to
500 yards. These foundational skills are not being passed on to future
generations, and so Appleseeds are great for new or experienced
shooters alike.
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To register
online, visit the Appleseed Registration Page
for this event.
To download a
checklist of what to bring to the event, click
here.
While you are
encouraged to peruse the full Appleseed website,
it is highly suggested that you visit and read their FAQ page prior to
attending to get a better idea of what will be going on at the event.
This event is open to both members and non-members. The cost for
adult males is $70 for both days, or $45 for just Saturday or Sunday,
while all women, active duty military, guard or reserve, and anyone
under the age of 21 shoots free!
This is a great
event for shooters of any skill level - we hope to see you there!
Send
questions, comments, and corrections to
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