[pittspilot]

I seem to have finally settled into Phoenix.

Any chance of a get together of local folks to go shooting? Maybe at Ben Avery or wherever? I would really like to meet some local folks.

[1911Ron]

How about Ben Avery next Sunday? if i don't have to work that is :cuss:

[pittspilot]

That might be doable.

Anyone else?

[wasrjoe]

Jaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[AZLibertarian]

Dunno where you are in the Valley, but here's my run-down....

I don't know much about the North side. It appears from your suggestion that Avery is your first choice. I've never been there, so I can't comment.

I've been to the Phoenix Rod and Gun Club at South Mountain a couple of times. Their facilities seem somewhat limited, IMO, but depending on where you're coming from, it may be OK.

I'm a member at Rio Salado. They have a fairly large facility (but not as large as Avery), and a fairly diverse list of programs. I shoot IDPA there most months, but they also have IPSC meets at least once a week. Lots of long gun shooting available too. Their one drawback is a very limited facility for shotguns.

And speaking of such, if you're a shottie-lover, check out Red Mountain Trap and Skeet. I'm not much interested in this, but it is available.

Indoor Ranges. [Important in the summer:D ] I wouldn't waste my time at Shooters World. They used to be great, but have declined significantly (although, in fairness, I haven't been there recently.) . I've never been to Scottsdale Gun Club. Their website appears to show a nice facility, but I'm guessing it's pricey. I got my CCW and renewals at Caswells in Mesa. For me, it's close to home, and they had a good program (In my uneducated opinion.).

Gunshows are about every other month. I like Crossroads of the West shows best.

Links:
Caswells (http://www.caswells.com/)
Scottsdale Gun Club (http://www.scottsdalegunclub.com/leagues/idpa.html)
Shooters World (http://www.azshootersworld.com/index.html)
Phoenix Rod and Gun Club (http://www.phoenixrodandgun.org/)
Rio Salado Sportsmans Club (http://www.riosaladosportsmans.com/)
Red Mountain Trap and Skeet (http://www.redmtntrap.com/corporate.htm)

Oh yeah. Welcome. You'll love it here.

AZLib.
Resident for 18 years and counting

[sumpnz]

I'll be starting the process of moving to Phx from Tucson in the middle of November, so although I can't make this upcoming shoot, I should be able to make the next one.

I'll likely be living somewhere in the Gilbert/Chandler/Mesa area as that will be fairly close to where I'll be working.

[pittspilot]

Thanks for the responses.

I am looking at saturday. Trying to get my wifes schedule nailed down for a time.

[Snake Eyes]

I have a garage sale Saturday. I would be good to go on Sunday.

I would vote for Ben Avery, if I had a vote.

Any chance of postponing for a week to round up more folks?

[pittspilot]

I am leaning towards postponing for week. So let's say, next Sunday or Saturday the 29 or 30th and see how many chime in.

Good with everyone? I also vote for Ben Avery. I think everyone has a vote.

[wasrjoe]

While I prefer just finding a place "way out yonder" to shoot, Ben Avery is fine with me. :)

[pittspilot]

I think next weekend.

Anybody want to vote on the day. Either should work for me.

[Lennyjoe]

I'll be starting the process of moving to Phx from Tucson in the middle of November
WhoKnowsWho, did you see this request come across the Tucson chapter of THR?

I dont think we have given him proper clearance to vacate Tucson did we?;)

Sorry to hear that your moving up North.

Pitts, PM denfoote and see if he wants to give you the 411.

[pittspilot]

I have managed to set aside all day next Sunday. Is anyone else available? I had suggested Ben Avery, but then again, I have never gone shooting out in the boonies.

I will PM denfoote as suggested.

[wasrjoe]

I should be good for Sunday.

[pittspilot]

No reply from denfoote yet.

So, the story seems to be out in the boonies. But where? And who is in for this Sunday?

[wasrjoe]

Maybe somewhere out near Rainbow Valley? I have a place I usually go to, but I have heard conflicting reports on whether or not one is allowed to shoot there... :uhoh:

I know of another place off of the 10, but it's dirty and nasty. I'll ask some family, they should know an appropriate spot.

[WhoKnowsWho]

WhoKnowsWho, did you see this request come across the Tucson chapter of THR?

Yeah, as long as he will buy my Kahr if I still have it, and he comes back down to Tucson for shoots, and he buys more stuff with his new paycheck, he can move, I guess... :D

Have fun pittspilot, I won't be able to make it, having some sort of ill planned party by my room mate for Halloween, that I have to cook for... :scrutiny:

[Lennyjoe]

that I have to cook for
:what:

[pittspilot]

Dangit,

My life is in constant flux. The wife has an interview on Sunday. So Saturday it has to be. Ben Avery sounds like the place.

Lunch first, then we shoot?

[wasrjoe]

Dunno if I can do Sat.

[Snake Eyes]

Dangit, guys, what's the ding-dang dealie-o??

Are we gonna do this or what?? Saturday? Sunday?

I like Ben Avery 'cause it's easy to get to, but there are lots of "off-road" places to shoot in the same area.

PittsPilot--If your spousal unit has an interview, that sounds like a perfect opportunity for you to be out shooting and not be missed. If transpo is the issue, I'm sure some one will be driving by you and could give you a lift. What part of town are you in? I'm North Central Phoenix.

Let's get it together!

[wasrjoe]

Got a family B-day Sat. Starts at 11:30. No idea of the end time. (I think the last time I couldn't make a THR get together was because of a family b-day, too... hmmm...)

[pittspilot]

Okay, Saturday it is.

I am in North Phoenix. Let's make it Ben Avery. I have to go and walk a precint in the morning (Got to get Bush Elected). So let's say the afternoon. How about we meet somewhere for lunch, and then go from there. How about 12:30 right by Ben Avery?

I will try to bring some other folks.

Tim

[Snake Eyes]

Okie-Dokie, Tim, if nuthin' else it'll be U-n-Me.

There's not much up by Ben Avery, 'cept I seem to remember a new development coming up to the east of the Carefree Hwy exit off I-17. There's probably a fast food place there, Mickey D's or what have you. I'll plan to be there by 12:30 pm. I'll pm Tim my cell phone number, so he can track me down.

Every one else--pm me if you're coming, and I'll send you my cell number as well.

Sure hope we can get a few of you out there. What about Fuff?? I'd sure like to meet that grisly old son of a....

[pittspilot]

That was fun.

Thanks for letting me shoot your guns.

And those mall ninjas made the place :scrutiny: