sewing retreats , why wouldn't that work for shooter's ?

October 30, 2018, 01:21 PM

Just got through house sitting for a lady that went to a sewing retreat for 4 days.

She pays for a room at a campground and her meals and thats it.

She carts her serger , her sewing machine, two armloads of debris and three tables.

They sew, knit,crochet, needle point , quilt, hem and much more.

all the while chatting, discussing, exchanging information, show off their projects and more yakking.

4 or 5 vendors show up to offer them stuff to buy and do 30 minute talks.

I am wondering if shooters are anywhere near that social ?

most bring a tupperware box full of either cookies, or crackers, candies or snacks to share .

30 showed up last week to share and learn from five states.

I think I would try it at least once.

Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency.

Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first

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Upper Peninsula: 4 Miles

October 30, 2018, 04:56 PM

cslinger

You mean a gathering of a radical ultra right militia full of potential domestic terrorists?

Sorry I was just imagining the news headlines.

Technically we have shoots all over. Knob Creek being the most known.

"Guns are tools. The only weapon ever created was man."

October 30, 2018, 05:32 PM

architect

Rather than a shoot'em'up, a 3D printing party could foment lots of interest. Print your lowers/frames, build your projects with parts supplied by a host of vendors/sponsors. The mystery is why it hasn't happened yet.

October 30, 2018, 05:37 PM

Black92LX

They do.
Decisive Action’ Gentleman’s Weekend!!!
I’ll be attending one in in the next couple years.

https://youtu.be/Qjl8CWgtc0Y

https://youtu.be/d07nNOw-QWk

Lots of Shooting, BBQ, and Beer!!

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If we got each other, and that's all we have.
I will be your brother, and I'll hold your hand.
You should know I'll be there for you!

October 30, 2018, 06:50 PM

cparktd

Some III% and patriot groups do just that. Trick is to find a non / less militant group.

SIL and family belong to one. They practice shooting, survival and bushcraft skills etc. They have presentations on varied subjects. They meet monthly I think but sometimes make a weekend of camping, training etc.

If it ain't woke... don't fix it.

October 31, 2018, 01:14 AM

greco

quote:
Even though I normally steer clear of needles, I’d be interested if someone could show me how to knit an AR or two

Bring some steel wool and knitting needles.

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October 31, 2018, 03:50 PM

FishOn

A bunch of old friends go to the boonies once a year for "blast and cast" weekend. Lots of fun. We have one hardfast rule. No handling of any firearms in any way, after any alcohol is consumed.