[Larry Ashcraft]

How about Saturday, September 6th at our place?

Suggest some activities, maybe? The clay shooting a couple years ago was fun, and Billll's newest boomers are always the hit of the party. Dove season will be in full swing, and we're overrun with Asian Collared this year (no limit on them, 15 bird limit on mourning doves).

Chili will be on, as usual. We will have fresh salsa, and I can get some fresh sweet corn if there's any interest.

And many thanks to MaterDei for all the thought he put into naming this year's event. :rolleyes:

[Gaiudo]

Sep 6th would be a great time. I'd love to blast some birds, and perhaps camp out over in San Isabel again like last year. I also found a big walk-in area south of Pueblo for more doves, for a Friday hunt....

Last year was a great time. Stealth doves...

Plus, salsa.... :-) yummy.

[rondog]

Sounds interesting....I'm in Parker.

[PTK]

Sounds good to me - that's right near my birthday so I already have the weekend clear. :)

[Zak Smith]

I'll be at RM3G-Nationals in Raton..

[Justin]

I'll be at RM3G as well and won't be able to make it. :(

[PTK]

......geeze, two people I really wanted to meet can't be there. Can we vote on moving it one weekend forward? :D

[Larry Ashcraft]

The date is negotiable, but the Saturday before that is before dove season starts.

Thoughts? We're open to suggestions.

[Gaiudo]

I don't MIND going before dove season starts, its just a heck of a way to spend the morning and evening. After??

I'm flexible, I'll be hunting doves regardless once the season rolls around.

[gyp_c2]

...I'm in for whatever date...I have the LAV classes 09-20/23...
Is there a safe way to do a rifle shoot? I don't remember any berms across the pasture, but it's a wide open area below the house and barn...mostly 'cause I have yet to see that Garand of yours...I know that'll reach out and touch someone ;)
...anything that works for you and the Missus'...works for me...Tell me when and what you need, I'll get there...probably more than once!
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[Intrepid Dad]

I'd like to join. If I can make the date you pick I'll be there. Thanks for arranging this.

Intrepid Dad (Steve)

[Larry Ashcraft]

A few pics from earlier events:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=63692&d=1189308472

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=44665&d=1157856974

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=44662&d=1157855992

And, 2004. Nah, we weren't having too much fun. ;)
http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=16586&d=1094957623

I can start sending directions to whoever needs them. :)

[Gaiudo]

Any clarification on the dates?

[cleardiddion]

Aw, nuts,
gonna be back in school by then.

[BruceRDucer]

Well...will I be welcome? :what:

[Larry Ashcraft]

Any THR (or TFL) member is welcome.

[MaterDei]

And many thanks to MaterDei for all the thought he put into naming this year's event.

I'd hate for my creative talents to go unused, so don't mention it.

[PTK]

Could I have a PM of the directions from 25S (coming from Denver area), please? :)

[Intrepid Dad]

Is the date still September 6th? If so, could I also get a PM for directions?

I'm sure you'd figure it out from my location, but I'll be coming from Colorado Springs.

Thanks,

Intrepid Dad (Steve)

[Larry Ashcraft]

Directions going out tomorrow. I have them saved on the shop computer.

[Dravur]

It looks like I will be coming down for this. I am coming from Longmont so can give a ride to a few people. I have a pickup and could comfortable take 5-6 people... well, 6 uncomfortably and have a pickup bed for gear. Let me know what I can bring. Im really good at making things like Doritos, Chips and other assorted items I can buy at a store. I can try making something edible in the kitchen, but you all might not like being test subjects to my cooking.

Anyway, let me know if you need a ride. We can split the gas, and save a few bucks.

Oh, and Larry, I will need directions again. I know it is go to Pueblo and go east... after that I'm fuzzy.

[BruceRDucer]

Larry:

I didn't get a PM with date & directions. :eek:

[Larry Ashcraft]

OK, directions sent. Anyone else need them?

The date will be Sept. 6th unless there's a big howl of protest.

Sandy's green chili will be lunch. Things to bring would be ice and drinks and any other little incidentals you might think of. If you want to shoot clays, bring some, I'm down to about a two and a half cases.

And welcome to the newcomers!

[gyp_c2]

...can I come down on the 31st and stay until the 7th?
I heard the "stealth doves" were already a menace and wish to help you reclaim your lower 40 from them...I can supply bribes if necessary...

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[Kind of Blued]

Forumite PTK told me about this and it looks like you fellas know how to have a good time. I'd love to make it if I can make my schedule permit.

Either way, thanks for being a willing host Larry, and I'll hope to meet you all on the 6th.

[BruceRDucer]

Okay, here's my question. What is the possiblity that someone can give me a lesson in shooting clays at the Get Together?

:what:

[Larry Ashcraft]

Well, you could just watch me and do everything the opposite way. ;)

Actually, Smoke Rizen is a pretty good coach, and I'm almost sure he'll be there. I'm a fair shot, but not much of a teacher.

[PTK]

So that means I can bring my Remington 11 to shoot some clays, as well? :)

I've been meaning to give it a try...

[TimboKhan]

I can't absolutely guarantee I will be there, but if you could send me directions anyway, I would like them. If I can make it, I will. I don't know that there is enough green chile in Pueblo to feed me, though...:evil:

[BruceRDucer]

Hopefully, somebody there will volunteer to give me a lesson in shooting clays. I've a Mossberg 12 guage with 28 inch barrel, but no experience with clays.

Anybody volunteer?

P.S.

Larry, I'll bring lots of drinks and stuff for everybody.

You got enough buckets and tubs for ice & drinks?

And never mind the double posting. I'm so busy these days I can't remember what I've posted, and what I haven't.

Okay then, you swing the gun by the barrel, at home plate, but how do those guys catch it in the outfield. Clays don't make any sense!

[gyp_c2]

...clays and stealth doves?
Along with Billlls' Big Booms, it should be a wild one...;)
I volunteer to come early and contribute to the chili mixin's with stealth dove meat...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Dravur]

What time do you want people showing up? 5 AM? Hehe

But a time might be a good thing to have here.


I have cleared everything and I can make it this year! YAY. So, I have one person riding with me. If anyone else wants to split gas, let me know.

[Larry Ashcraft]

We'll probably eat around noon or 1:00, but come as early as you like. I'm sure some of the dove hunters will want to start earlier.

[gyp_c2]

...good one Dravur!
You ready to take on the Stealth Dove menace again this year?
There's thousands flying around the Springs...gotta' be good down by the river...I still have ammo and feathers in my vest from last years' get-together!
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[BruceRDucer]

/

:) Okay, y'all get ready, cause I'm a-comin, and I'm the roughest, toughest, out-ridinist, out-shootinist, deeper-divin' and come up drier hombre that ...er....

well...um...:uhoh: I'll probably just show up quietly then, if that would be all right with you guys.....er...;)

Oh, um....will Kleenex Tissues be made available for me?

/

[Larry Ashcraft]

Just heard that Billll won't be able to make it this year...

That's a bummer. :(

[jobu07]

What weekend was finalized for this event? I may be able to make it down, but certain events outside of my control make the date very sensitive.

[Larry Ashcraft]

Saturday, September 6th.

[jobu07]

Probably won't be able to make it then! Uncle Sam needs me elsewhere ;)

[gyp_c2]

...damn...droppin' like flies...
Would another weekend be better?
I'm in for whenever...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Larry Ashcraft]

No, let's run with what we have. It'll be good; shooting, dove hunting, new people and green chili. We will provide the chili, tortillas, beans and fixins. We appreciate drinks and ice and whatever else you think might be helpful.

Any later, and we run into what we did the first time, people huddling about in coats. It was fun, but the weather wasn't.

I was hoping Billll or Brassm would chime in, but I got an email that Billll has been injured in a bicycle accident. He's OK, but he can't shoot or travel for a while.

Bill, get well, and we'll see you next year!

[Standing Wolf]

Well, heck. I may even be able to make it!

[Dravur]

I am going to bring a few different shotguns as I want to play at clay shooting. I will bring a couple boxes of clays and drinks and snack chow.

[gyp_c2]

...got Ryan his first hunting license today, lookin' for a shotgun tomorrow...I'm more excited than he is!
Got a new saw last weekend and I'm willin' to cut wood for the winter if you need it. I've been bringin' it home in small amounts from work every week and should have a lot more in the next month or so...When I get a pile together you can come get some hardwood for the stove...
We're gonna' try to camp out that weekend and hunt somewhere on the 1st if we can locate a likely spot...I'd like to find him an 870 or something in 12 gauge at least...I've got almost a case of clays to bring as well...I'm bringin' the poodle-shooter too...Most of the touristas will be movin' out by next weekend and leavin' some more camp space available...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Tamren]

I just moved to Lakewood a month ago, and would love to attend. Can you send me a pm with directions on how to get there from the Denver area?

[Larry Ashcraft]

Tamren, we'd love to have you. Directions sent.

If anybody is at a loss as to what to bring, we can always use flour tortillas and shredded cheese for the chili.

The doves are flying thick and fast.

[gyp_c2]

...Ryan found a 20ga 870 he liked and is almost as excited about it as I am!
In fact, I'm trying to con him into trading me for the 12...No go as yet...
We'll pattern it tomorrow and get some more clays for next weekend...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[PTK]

Hm, I didn't know about the requirement here in CO for a hunter safety class to get a license to hunt even dove - all the places I've lived previously, it's been for bigger game only. Unless I'm missing my understanding of the law, there's no way I can get a license for small game/dove/furbearers without this class.

I don't suppose anyone knows where I might be able to do that between now and next Saturday? Boy am I embarrassed! :o

[gyp_c2]

...you wanna' check the Colorado DOW website...I think they have an internet solution for you...don't screw around though, you don't want to miss this! Even if you don't hunt, you can still kill clays!
However, every gun is needed to combat the stealth dove menace ...
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[BruceRDucer]

Okay:

1. Flour Tortillas
2. Cheese
3. Drinks
4. Ice

....and some surprises, right?

:)

[gyp_c2]

...can't wait!
With this cool snap, the doves will be outrageous...I already had a case of ammo, and I'm gonna' shoot all of it...and maybe more!
Hope everyone's as excited as I am...The chili alone is worth the trip...The Ashcraft Hacienda and Old Tree Trimmers Home & Asylum is one of my favorite places in the world...This weather is perfect......
Be there...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Gaiudo]

Hey Larry and Gyp,

What time does the sun come up there, and what time should we show up for the early dove shoot? I got there rather late last time, don't wanna repeat my tardiness this time.

My wife and I are thinking about camping out the tonight down there, to have easier access to Pueblo. Those mountains to the west of you, Larry, and quite a place.

Nick

edited to add: Oh, and Larry, any problem if we bring the dog down with us? She's a six month old Dane, but don't wanna cause hassles. Just let me know.

[Larry Ashcraft]

Sunrise is 6:32. I will be up, and maybe gone for coffee, but show up anytime. Sandy will be up and around by 6:00. I don't know what time Glenn is planning on being here.

The dog should be fine. My Heeler is kind of a crabby old lady, and she may have to establish who's boss, but they'll be fine after that.

[Gaiudo]

The pup needs a bit of experience with being shown "who's boss", so that should be fine. I'll probably show up around 6:15 or so and head down to the river. Hope Glenn is there, be good to have his expertise.

See y'all tomorrow

[gyp_c2]

...I was thinkin' about sneakin' down and camping out so I could be there waitin' on you guys!
I'll be down around 6 or so...I bought more ammo...and I have to bring the poodle-shooter too...Watch out fer' the dang turkeys dude, that one scared the crap outta' me last weekend...Devil turkeys, stealth doves...what's next?
Oh yeah, about that expertise crap... I figured out I only hit 1 for 8 last weekend...I scared a bunch though!
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[Cmoon]

Hey Larry,

I'm new to the forum, but my son and I would love to join you guys for some fun. If you could send me some directions from Littleton that would be great, also let me know what I can bring as far as grub and drinks. I will try and get there early for some Dove hunting if that's ok with everyone.

Thanks,
Paul

[PTK]

I don't think I'll be going this time, unfortunately. VERY annoying issues arose at 3am this morning. :(

[Larry Ashcraft]

Sorry to hear that. Stuff that happens at 3 am is usually annoying.

We're up, doing some last minute cleaning (been a busy week). I've got to reshape the berm as soon as its light enough to use the tractor. Bud (Smoke Rizen here) came out last weekend and did some mowing and dug a ditch to drain the back yard. Should be dry enough back there that I won't get stuck.

[Gaiudo]

just spent the night in the car outside of pueblo guess I'll head over to the house. Bright and early let's see about them doves! If I'm the only one bothering the ashcrafts at this time of day gonna feel bad...

[PTK]

I may be going afterall - my main issue is that I have someone that needs to be protected/watched after (bad breakup, etc.)

Would another person be welcome?

[Larry Ashcraft]

PTK, plenty of room.

Gaiudo, Cmoon and BruceRDucer are already headed down to the river (I just heard a couple shots). Cmoon's eight year old, John, is up here asking questions. ;)

Looks like we're off to a good start!

[PTK]

Anything ok/not ok to bring for shooting? I have some rifles, shotguns, etc....

Plenty of NFA toys to share, too. :)

[Larry Ashcraft]

My berm is pretty small, so we have to really careful with the centerfire rifles, but we've used them a few times. Just shoot low into the berm.

Several guys want to shoot clays later, so bring your shotgun.

[Larry Ashcraft]

We had some fun today!

Started at 6:00 am when three cars pulled in, and just ended a little while ago.

Every get together is different. This one turned out to be the Dove Hunt of the Year. Turns out BruceRDucer didn't need nearly as much instruction on shotgunning as he let on (Mr. and Mrs. Bruce will be feasting on doves tomorrow night). Gaiudo took home a nice bag, but that's to be expected, Nick's a great shot, and a great guy. Lara couldn't make it this year, and we missed her.

And our one-post wonder Cmoon (whose name is Paul, and he's been lurking for years) pounded the doves hard all day. I think he took home a nice bag too, and his son had a memorable day with Tyler.

PTK brought out some great toys. Suppressed P-38, anyone? How about a suppressed Nagant revolver? Suppressed AR15? How about a suppressed 30-06 that sounds like a .22?

Seems PTK doesn't like loud guns. He brought a table full, I'll post some pics tomorrow.

Another one for the record books.

We missed Billll and BrassM and the cannons. Hope everything is OK and hope to see you next summer!

Y'all come back, ya hear?

[gyp_c2]

...That was just the best...
New and old guys and gals, kids, dogs and probably the quietest shooting I've seen in years...
Although we shot no clays, we had outstanding dove hunting all day long! You could literally shoot doves, stop and take a break to shoot handguns and rifles and shoot some more doves...Larry and Sandy put out a fantastic spread and all the guests were great. Larrys' son Jim and fam dropped in, as did Smoke Rizen, Gaiudo w/4-legged friend and all the rest.
My son Ryan made his first Get-Together and had a ball...I did too, there's nothin' like a kids first hunt or an adults' either...Of course a soiree' @ the Ashcrafts' is a bit' more than a hunt or shoot...There's always a real feeling of a family get-together that brings out the best in everyone and this was no exception...Thanks to PTK, we had a great demo/shoot of all kinds of suppressed weapons of every configuration you can imagine...and then some!
He makes a very good case for us to consider suppressing some of our weapons...I'm gonna' look into it for sure...Bud did some great work with his black-powder pistolas and reminded me it's the gunner not the gun, everytime that counts...
We missed our old friends and made some new, altogether I can't think of anyplace I'd rather visit than Larry and Sandys'...They are simply the best...
Thanks to everyone for making us welcome again and we're already makin' plans for next time...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Larry Ashcraft]

Don't forget Bud's peach pie. Normally I'm not much for desserts, but peach pie is in a different class altogether.

[gyp_c2]

Don't forget Bud's peach pie.

...well said, at least Buds' peach pie......Everything was top shelf...I'm a huge fan of the green relish though...I could eat it with a spoon...http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Larry Ashcraft]

BruceRDucer and Cmoon waiting to ambush some doves behind the barn:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84326&d=1220832999

Our nephew, Josh, age 12 shoots his first suppressed weapon:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84327&d=1220833182

Traditionalists, close your eyes. A suppressed P-38:


http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84328&d=1220833264

gyp_c2 shoots "The Veteran" (October 1942 Springfield):

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84329&d=1220833320

Sandy's friend Jessica shoots the NAA mini revolver:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84330&d=1220833351

[Larry Ashcraft]

gyp_c2's son Ryan shoots a suppressed AR:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84331&d=1220833496

A special thanks to PTK for bringing his collection of suppressed weapons:

http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=84332&d=1220833554

[Zundfolge]

Looks like a good time was had by all ... I couldn't make it because we had our company picnic today (and being a department head I kinda had to be there :( ).

Of course maybe it was for the best since I'm seriously jonesing for a suppressor I can't afford :D

[Tamren]

Maybe I can make it next time, looks like a great time was had by all.

[Gaiudo]

Wonderful time by all, the stealth doves of last year turned into the blitzkrieg of 2008.

[gyp_c2]

...there were so many doves that Gaiudo invited his relatives up for stew...
Between the suppressors and the Garand, I'm in serious danger of forgetting my budget and and goin' into hobo mode...Geez, so many toys, so little time... Next week is Teal opening, muzzleloader too, I have to do some side work just to get my toy-box in order...The weather is changing just perfectly for hunting this year...I've started saving wood from work for the stove...gotta' take the saw down to the Ashcraft Old-Tree-Trimmers Hacienda and clear up some stuff down by the river...Of course. one must be armed because of the danger of contacting stealth doves, they can be vicious and should be monitored closely... http://emoticons4u.com/smoking/rauch06.gif

[Cmoon]

Look guys post number two,

I had a great time thanks to everyone especially Sandy ane Larry, will look forward to the next meet.

Paul