MeanStreaker
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So, what is Project Appleseed? I've gotten some PMs from folks asking.......
The 30 second pitch is that Project Appleseed is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that has the goal of returning America to a Nation of Riflemen.
From the founding of our country, to just a couple generations ago, the vast majority of Americans could pick up any rifle over the mantle and shoot that rifle effectively. Unfortunately, our Nation has collectively lost that skill. Appleseed can teach somebody that has never touched a rifle before how to safely (most important) and effectively shoot out to 500 yards with iron sights and ordinary ammo. This skill is easily obtained with some practice and persistence.
You'll learn The Six Steps to Firing the Shot, offhand, sitting, kneeling, prone positions (no benchrests at Appleseed), how to use a sling, how to zero a rifle, how to effectively adjust your sights by understanding Minute of Angle and what that means to your rifle, plus a ton more. There are fun and challenging drills throughout the weekend that will keep everyone from the newest noob to an expert marksman High Power champion entertained and improving.
More important than the marksmanship instruction, is that attendees will hear the events of the founding of our country. Specifically, you will hear about the events that occurred on April 19, 1775 when our American War for Independence officially began in Lexington and Concord. If we are taught anything nowadays about important events like Paul Revere’s famous ride and that day’s victory against the world's most powerful military force (the British Regulars) won by common citizens, we almost always hear more myth than fact. Project Appleseed was founded upon the belief that a responsible and active citizen requires the understanding of how our liberties were won. Participants will hear that history directly from fellow Americans passionate about the events of that day. You can be assured that there will be no boring textbooks or dry lectures. Attendees will participate in an entertaining and factual account of those that sacrificed to win our freedom.
On top of that, it's a great family friendly setting. We have whole families show up (women and children shoot free!) and just enjoy the weekend with like-minded folks. The majority of people that come to the program feel deep down in their gut that something is wrong with America and we're straying from our Founding Principles. I hate to say it like this because it sounds corny, but I get reminded of the ending of Field of Dreams where there are a line of cars coming to the baseball diamond, and they're not even sure why.
It doesn't matter what your specific political issue is. Appleseed doesn't care. We don't touch modern politics. We just feel that teaching people basic marksmanship and making as many sleeping Americans (so bring your friends!) really think about the sacrifices that common folks just like us made to secure unprecedented freedom will get this country back on track. We lead the proverbial horse to water to wake them up... then they go off inspired to get active to work in making a difference in what is important to them. So be sure to bring those sleeping Americans with you that are more interested in American Idol than voting.
Here's a review I wrote up after my first Appleseed in 2006. More info, including the national schedule (over 300 shoots coast to coast), forums, and a great blog can be found at http://www.appleseedinfo.org
If you want more details, I look forward to speaking with you. Please feel free to ask questions and send me PMs. I look forward to seeing you (and your friends!) on the line! As you may have seen, we have locations all across our great nation this year. Nobody is "too far" from Appleseed anymore. If you are, then find private land or a range with a good backstop and 25 m firing line and we can bring Appleseed to you!
The 30 second pitch is that Project Appleseed is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that has the goal of returning America to a Nation of Riflemen.
From the founding of our country, to just a couple generations ago, the vast majority of Americans could pick up any rifle over the mantle and shoot that rifle effectively. Unfortunately, our Nation has collectively lost that skill. Appleseed can teach somebody that has never touched a rifle before how to safely (most important) and effectively shoot out to 500 yards with iron sights and ordinary ammo. This skill is easily obtained with some practice and persistence.
You'll learn The Six Steps to Firing the Shot, offhand, sitting, kneeling, prone positions (no benchrests at Appleseed), how to use a sling, how to zero a rifle, how to effectively adjust your sights by understanding Minute of Angle and what that means to your rifle, plus a ton more. There are fun and challenging drills throughout the weekend that will keep everyone from the newest noob to an expert marksman High Power champion entertained and improving.
More important than the marksmanship instruction, is that attendees will hear the events of the founding of our country. Specifically, you will hear about the events that occurred on April 19, 1775 when our American War for Independence officially began in Lexington and Concord. If we are taught anything nowadays about important events like Paul Revere’s famous ride and that day’s victory against the world's most powerful military force (the British Regulars) won by common citizens, we almost always hear more myth than fact. Project Appleseed was founded upon the belief that a responsible and active citizen requires the understanding of how our liberties were won. Participants will hear that history directly from fellow Americans passionate about the events of that day. You can be assured that there will be no boring textbooks or dry lectures. Attendees will participate in an entertaining and factual account of those that sacrificed to win our freedom.
On top of that, it's a great family friendly setting. We have whole families show up (women and children shoot free!) and just enjoy the weekend with like-minded folks. The majority of people that come to the program feel deep down in their gut that something is wrong with America and we're straying from our Founding Principles. I hate to say it like this because it sounds corny, but I get reminded of the ending of Field of Dreams where there are a line of cars coming to the baseball diamond, and they're not even sure why.
It doesn't matter what your specific political issue is. Appleseed doesn't care. We don't touch modern politics. We just feel that teaching people basic marksmanship and making as many sleeping Americans (so bring your friends!) really think about the sacrifices that common folks just like us made to secure unprecedented freedom will get this country back on track. We lead the proverbial horse to water to wake them up... then they go off inspired to get active to work in making a difference in what is important to them. So be sure to bring those sleeping Americans with you that are more interested in American Idol than voting.
Here's a review I wrote up after my first Appleseed in 2006. More info, including the national schedule (over 300 shoots coast to coast), forums, and a great blog can be found at http://www.appleseedinfo.org
If you want more details, I look forward to speaking with you. Please feel free to ask questions and send me PMs. I look forward to seeing you (and your friends!) on the line! As you may have seen, we have locations all across our great nation this year. Nobody is "too far" from Appleseed anymore. If you are, then find private land or a range with a good backstop and 25 m firing line and we can bring Appleseed to you!