Do you still go to the range since you left the service?

SFC Michael Jackson, MBA — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 12:18:16 -0400

Since I left the military, I haven't been shooting nor I plan to go. I'm not opposed to weapons or shooting. It's just something I desire to engage in since I transitioned. After being out two years, I still occasionally think about range qualification days. I know many of my comrades and vets who own personal weapons and still go shooting today. I'm a bit curious about the post-service shooting choices. Do you still shoot or no? Why or why not?

Response by Cpl Jeff N. made Mar 9 at 2015 12:26 PM

Cpl Jeff N. — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 12:26:41 -0400

Not as much as I would like but yes I shoot still. I own an AR-15 variant (Sig Sauer 516) and a Glock 21 pistol. That's it, I don't collect them just keep enough around in case of emergency.

I am old school at the range. I use only iron sights on by Sig. No optics/scopes etc. There is an indoor range that has a 100 yard distance. It always makes me chuckle to see people scoping at 100 yards with a rifle.

Shooting is almost theraputic. I enjoy the time and keeping the craft up to par. I would love to shoot at 500 yards with the Sig but haven't had the chance to do so.

Response by LTC Paul Labrador made Mar 9 at 2015 1:59 PM

LTC Paul Labrador — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 13:59:49 -0400

I go to the range as much as time, weather conditions and ammo budget allows.

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Mar 9 at 2015 2:23 PM

Maj Chris Nelson — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 14:23:41 -0400

While I am not out yet, I do own personal firearms. I will continue to go out as often as budget and time allow.... I also enjoy hunting, so at the very least, would have to go out pre-season to ensure I can still hit something.

Response by SSG Rob Cline made Mar 9 at 2015 2:30 PM

SSG Rob Cline — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 14:30:58 -0400

I can't wait to put some rounds downrange. Problem is prices for me...
I got just enough at home for defense and that's it. Maybe after taxes....

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Mar 9 at 2015 2:33 PM

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 14:33:00 -0400

I try to go at least twice a year and put a couple hundred rounds through my carry piece. Make sure I can still hit what I'm aiming at.

I'd love to get out more, as there is just something zen about shooting. Especially on the rifle. The only things I have to worry about are me and that target.

Response by CW4 Larry Curtis made Apr 11 at 2015 7:27 PM

CW4 Larry Curtis — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 19:27:05 -0400

Yes indeed. I have been a shooter from the time I was a kid. Fire arms have always been a very big part of my life, even though I have never been an avid hunter of major game, like deer, pheasants, elk, etc. During my early childhood I had a great uncle out in West Texas (whose name happened to be Sam by the way...sorry, I always thought it was humorous to actually have a real Uncle Sam) who had an enormous collection of fire arms dating back to the 1800s, and every last one of them was functional. The greatest thing about visiting our relatives out in West Texas was that we usually went out shooting Jack Rabbits out on the oil leases. I was given my first .22 rifle when I was 11 or 12 years old, a lever-action Ithica single-shot, and we lived in a rural area where I only had to step off of the back porch to shoot it. The property, about 10 acres, had a creek running through the middle of it and a heavily wooded area which was great for hunting small game, like squirrels and such. But I also spent a lot of time practicing by tossing empty soda cans out onto the pond which was about 50 meters from the back door and shooting at them until they sunk. Back in those days you could get a box of 50 rounds of .22 in the hardware department of the grocery store and I could buy them myself. Today, other than a few side-arms, I only have a .22 semi-automatic rifle and I have been resisting the urge to buy something like an AR-15, although I will probably succumb to it eventually. I have a Ruger P-89 9mm that I really enjoy taking to the local range for the time being. I am presently seriously entertaining buying a .308 which is identical to an AR-15...I'm just still working on justifying the expenditure of funds. I was an expert with the M-16A1 and really loved shooting it...but I didn't have to buy it or the ammo then, either. HAHAHA.

Response by SPC Jan Allbright, M.Sc., R.S. made Apr 11 at 2015 8:08 PM

SPC Jan Allbright, M.Sc., R.S. — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 20:08:31 -0400

2x month ...
Fortunately my range sells reloads so I can get out of there for about $20

Response by SGT Richard H. made Apr 11 at 2015 8:58 PM

SGT Richard H. — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 20:58:59 -0400

I go to the range at least once a month on average.....sometimes more or less often depending on weather and time. Shooting was something I did for entertainment even before the military, and will continue. I like to challenge myself. It's not just about being proficient enough to hunt or defend myself. It's about trying to be the best shot I can....and about fun.

Response by CPL Jay Freeman made Apr 11 at 2015 9:02 PM

CPL Jay Freeman — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 21:02:59 -0400

I love to shoot

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 12 at 2015 6:11 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 18:11:50 -0400

No despite all the guns I fired to include the M1 on AD. I have PTSD and don't trust myself with guns now.

Response by SGT Rick Ash made Apr 12 at 2015 8:10 PM

SGT Rick Ash — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 20:10:12 -0400

We have a local range where we go at least once a month to sight in new handguns or long guns. Although we have a range on the farm there are no partitions, no shelf to prop elbows on but everything is measured in yard lengths and at 50 yards we have spikes for shooting cantaloupes and small watermelons. I use a black magic marker to draw eyes, nose and mouth. The wife is a natural, I have to really work at it. No scarcity of ammo around here but at current prices my 300 MAG and .45 cal are too expensive to go through more than a hundred rounds per weapon. QQ We have ammo boxes full of all round types shoved under both sides of the bed.(Thousands of 22 cal rounds for the two 22 cal rifles. This month I bought a new Remington 770 / 300 MAG and she bought a 9MM Walther PPS.
The range officer where we go is excellent, runs a tight ship and gives excellent pointers on aiming technique. We share a range bag with our earplugs, ear muffs and protective glasses with our gun towels and all handguns for the visit. There are only a few places I'd rather be than at a range....

Response by SFC Charles S. made Apr 12 at 2015 9:25 PM

SFC Charles S. — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 21:25:28 -0400

I go regularly to the range. Shooting is a great hobby for me and a nice source of stress relief. Also, regular practice keeps my perishable marksmanship skills up to date. I am in CA and it's not the easiest state to keep and own weapons.

Response by SSG Donald Mceuen made Apr 13 at 2015 9:17 AM

SSG Donald Mceuen — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:17:58 -0400

We have one open to us 24/7 and me and my wife go when ever the urge hits
got to stay on top of the game

Response by SSG John Erny made Apr 13 at 2015 11:42 AM

SSG John Erny — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 11:42:47 -0400

Yes, I shoot and hunt, but is part of the culture I was raised in. My father had me shooting at 5 years old. I learned on an old Stevens .22 using 22 Short's. I have a nice collection of fire arms including and AR-15.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2015 11:50 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 11:50:40 -0400

Trigger time is never turned down. It is a form of therapy for me. The squeeze of the trigger, the boom of bullet leaving the barrel and the smell of the burnt gun powder. Better than anything a psychiatrist could ever do for me.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2015 1:46 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 13:46:12 -0400

I did, up until the point where I had to sell my firearms in order to pay the bills. Finally got a stable job, but it doesn't pay enough to repurchase. I will as soon as I can, though!

Response by MAJ Dallas D. made Apr 15 at 2015 11:49 AM

MAJ Dallas D. — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 11:49:16 -0400

I go as often as my ammo budget allows!

Response by GySgt Michael Harris made Apr 15 at 2015 12:12 PM

GySgt Michael Harris — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:12:18 -0400

I'm only a couple of miles from the NRA HQ, so I have no excuse. Beside I like shooting my civilian version M4 and 45, it was something I was really good at in the Corps, plus it is a great stress reliever from the day to day grind.

Response by GySgt Douglas Dare made Apr 15 at 2015 12:55 PM

GySgt Douglas Dare — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:55:54 -0400

Yes I instruct Conceal Carry classes

Response by SSG Gary De Pury made Apr 15 at 2015 1:30 PM

SSG Gary De Pury — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:30:21 -0400

I go as often as I can. I lead a very busy life running my businesses, but luckily, one of those is teaching firearms safety. As an NRA instructor it is my pleasure to teach others to shoot and range time is just a part of that.

Response by MAJ Robert Wilson made Apr 15 at 2015 1:53 PM

MAJ Robert Wilson — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:53:51 -0400

Since I came back from Afghanistan, I don't plan or want to go shooting. I have 23 weapons and definitely don't oppose anyone that goes shooting as I go to the range to teach my kids how to shoot for competition. I love doing that especially spending time with my kids. I plan to split up my collection of weapons to give to my kids. I am building a match grade M14 to give to my son. I will keep one of the pistols for defense. Only problem with that is after spending a year in Kunar Province, I wont think twice about killing anyone or anything.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Apr 15 at 2015 2:01 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:01:27 -0400

I sure do, not as much or as often as I would like.

Response by SSgt Scott Walters made Apr 15 at 2015 2:05 PM

SSgt Scott Walters — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:05:54 -0400

I shoot as much as time and budget allow. Sadly, that isn't allot lately.

Response by SPC Joe Meisch made Apr 15 at 2015 2:15 PM

SPC Joe Meisch — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:15:03 -0400

I was an Army 12B for 13 yrs, fired many weapons and demo. I do not goto the range anymore, I fire in my back yard as I live in the hills of Nor Calif. I stay qualified on my own. I do not like how certain folks are "Gun Nuts" and frankly they make me nervous at the range. Guns are guns, not a way of life to me. Too many with un professional behavior and untrained people with guns. So no I don’t go to the range anymore.

Response by SGT John Gabler made Apr 15 at 2015 2:16 PM

SGT John Gabler — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:16:35 -0400

Still shoot today. If you have plans of keeping a firearm for more then just the the occasional use for enjoyment, I would say this is a must. You don't leave you car parked until there is an emergency. Why would you not stay proficient with your firearm for the same reason.

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2015 2:23 PM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:23:37 -0400

I haven't in quite a few years and am sure my proficiency is shot by now. That said, I am looking into a few local ranges to get back up to speed. I'll also be getting more into reloading to help keep ammo costs down.

Response by Cpl Jay Samdahl made Apr 15 at 2015 2:23 PM

Cpl Jay Samdahl — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:23:35 -0400

I learned to use the M16 in 1977 ... I never picked up a firearm again until 2002 when my brother in law invited me to take a walk across the farm with a .22 rifle ...he took a dozen shots at the blackbirds but never hit one ... he handed it to me and with my first shot in 25 years, knocked a blackbird off of a wire at 50 yards ... I felt awful for killing one of Gods creatures and handed it back to him ... for years after, he called it a lucky shot until last fall when I had to set him straight. He was never in the service but now owns 2 ar-15s. I had to teach him how to take them apart and clean them. We loaded them up and went out to the corn fields just after they were harvested. We took 4 empty plastic milk gallons with us and lined them up 4 feet apart and walked to the other end of the field. not sure exactly how far but I know I can not hit a 5 iron that far so about 180 yards. I felt the cool Autumn breeze on my left cheek so I adjusted one click for the windage. I got down in the prone position (I like 30 degrees off center) and took my first shot ... it was just to the right of the gallon jug ... i adjusted one more click for windage ... I hit all four milk jugs with my next 4 shots. My brother in law does not question me anymore.

37 years later not only do i remember how to shoot, but i realize that all of those other things that those hated drill instructors taught me are so valuable to me now. Thanks to the Marines with the Smokey Bear hats. You made men out of boys.

Response by SFC Jerry Barker made Apr 15 at 2015 3:13 PM

SFC Jerry Barker — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:13:06 -0400

I go as much as my other "hobbies" and my budget allows. I am not into "spray-n-pray" fire, so my ammo needs are much lower than many others. Reasons? First, I carry for personal protection, so practice with my carry sidearm is a must. For rifle, I enjoy the concentration and precision required for highly accurate distance shooting. Studying ballistics of a specific type of ammo, then going to the range and firing several rounds at a 100-yard target, then covering that hole with a quarter? Priceless! And that is a skill set handy for, uh, other things, should the need arise.

Response by Cpl Chris Mcqureerir made Apr 15 at 2015 3:14 PM

Cpl Chris Mcqureerir — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:14:47 -0400

Being at the range was my favorite part of being a Marine. I don't go hardly as often as I want to, but I've been a few times.

Response by LTC Gail Daras made Apr 15 at 2015 3:55 PM

LTC Gail Daras — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:55:57 -0400

I was always horrible at the range. It was the one area in the military I never felt like I mastered. I have very shaky hands and the 9mm range was even worse. So many people tried to help me. I was just thankful to pass as a marksman. Plus when you do something only once a year you really don't get better. I do not own a weapon and I do not plan on purchasing one.

Now PT was a different story, I loved doing PT and never minded the APFT to prove that I was in better shape than most people thought I was. I dominated in Push ups and the run. I do like that when I work out now as a retiree it is completely for me. Mainly I walk which is good because I beat up my feet over the years and I exercise my three greyhounds.

Response by SSG James N. made Apr 15 at 2015 4:39 PM

SSG James N. — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:39:37 -0400

I learned from my Marine stepfather that,"Marksmanship is a perishable skill, son"
So since age 8, I have shot at least once a month. Still do. And yes, my preferences are still for rifles in 7.62x51, and pistols in 45ACP

Response by LTC Douglas Willetts made Apr 15 at 2015 4:55 PM

LTC Douglas Willetts — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:55:15 -0400

Yes I still go to the range to shoot. As a matter of fact I'm a firearms instructor at a range. I enjoy teaching people how to shoot in safe and fun ways.

Response by SPC Ken Sawyer made Apr 15 at 2015 5:30 PM

SPC Ken Sawyer — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:30:06 -0400

on a regular basis as much as i can afford

Response by Cpl Frank Lenihan made Apr 15 at 2015 5:37 PM

Cpl Frank Lenihan — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:37:56 -0400

Since I live in NE Montana and have open range as far as the eye can see I shoot my AR-15 and 30.06 whenever I want. Montana is a great place to live after military service. We are proud of our veterans!

Response by MSG William Wold made Apr 15 at 2015 6:13 PM

MSG William Wold — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:13:32 -0400

I grew up in a hunting family I think I learned to shoot before I could walk. In basic I was asked if I wanted to go to sniper school: no.
After a tour of Vietnam, I kinda got burnt out of shooting anything.
Later in the National Guard we went out every other year to qualify. That was enough; still shot expert, and was the only one who could turn back in the cleaned weapon on the first try.
My wife didn't want guns in the house as a brothers friend had lost a son who had found his dads loaded gun that went off and killed him.
When my daughter was in FFA she raised a couple sheep. One day one of the sheep gave birth and disembowled herself. I went next door and asked the neighbor if he could come over to shoot the sheep and put it out of its misery. He said why don't you do it. I said I don't have a gun. This guy went off, what kind of a whimp am I, in the National Guard and you don't have a gun? That's un-American, on and on. So when he finished, I said so can you do that? He did.
A few weeks later he came over and asked if i had an issue with him teaching my son how to hunt. No problem. We talked a at a more level headed conversation, explained everything. Later that week we all went to the range where I politely out shot him.
I have PTSD. I just didn't want to do anything stupid. My kids are grown and on their own, I am not married to that woman. My current wife has no problem with me owning a gun.
When my dad passed away 4 years ago I wanted my grandfathers 16 gage pump shotgun I grew up with, plus it was in the will but my brother and sister decided I shouldn't have it, and sold it.
But society is getting to where I think it's time to have something that goes bang, just for protection insurance.

Response by SGT Wain Lyden made Apr 15 at 2015 6:52 PM

SGT Wain Lyden — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:52:53 -0400

Civilian range

Response by PO2 Brad Fletcher made Apr 15 at 2015 6:56 PM

PO2 Brad Fletcher — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:56:55 -0400

Heck yes!

Response by SSgt James Howerton made Apr 15 at 2015 6:59 PM

SSgt James Howerton — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:59:38 -0400

I still shoot as often as possible. After I retired in 1993, I didn't shoot as much as I had while on AD even though I owned some really nice weapons. After 9/11 I realized we were at war with Islam extremists carrying out their "holy war" against Christians such as my wife, kids and I. I started shooting again at least once a week when I lived in Colorado because you can drive out east of Colorado Springs or drive west up into the Rockies and basically set up a safe range and shoot. I met my wife and moved with her to Michigan in 1999 where the shooting isn't as easy to do unless you own some acreage (and I'm not sure it's still as easy to shoot in CO like it was when I lived there). I still try to shoot as often as possible but as a disabled vet it's not as easy or cheap as it used to be. Not only do I shoot because I've loved shooting since I was a kid, starting with a Benjamin pellet gun, I shoot to stay proficient with my everyday carry weapon since I have a Concealed Carry License. I made it a point to get that license after that nut killed some innocent people at a movie theater. Not just because of that incident and the Muslim fanatics but also because home invasions have become extremely common, not to mention those nuts chopping people's heads off and teenaged and younger men playing the "knock-out" game. So not only do I still shoot but I'm usually armed to protect my family, myself and anyone else if someone starts killing people at a location I'm at.

Response by SSG Lonnie Silk made Apr 15 at 2015 7:10 PM

SSG Lonnie Silk — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 19:10:33 -0400

I like going to range or a friend's property to do some target shooting with friends but I have not been shooting in about a year. It's so easy to let life get in the way.

Response by 1SG Stephen Burgess made Apr 15 at 2015 8:29 PM

1SG Stephen Burgess — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:29:11 -0400

Yep. I go all the time. I enjoy taking my son and teaching him the skills I developed in the Army. Shooting teaches much more than simply putting lead on target.

Response by SPC Jeffrey Cuthbertson made Apr 15 at 2015 8:46 PM

SPC Jeffrey Cuthbertson — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:46:57 -0400

Only when I was in Law enforcement.

Response by SSG Louis Marucci made Apr 15 at 2015 8:54 PM

SSG Louis Marucci — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:54:35 -0400

Absolutely, I enjoy it. Go to a range monthly with some VVA Buddies

Response by SPC James Johnson made Apr 15 at 2015 9:30 PM

SPC James Johnson — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 21:30:56 -0400

It's funny, because being "expert" in the Army really doesn't mean much at all next to the civilian training I've been able to do since I've gotten out. Civilian training courses(especially law enforcement training) are a hundred times better than the basic range training the Army conducts. Real eye opener.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 15 at 2015 9:39 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 21:39:53 -0400

I have shot many different weapons in the army. I have ptsd so I don't trust myself with a weapon now.

Response by 1SG Clifford Walters made Apr 15 at 2015 11:07 PM

1SG Clifford Walters — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 23:07:00 -0400

Shooting and reloading are two of the fun things I get to do. Unfortunately time doesw not allow me to do this as much as I want.

Response by SFC Robert Becker made Apr 15 at 2015 11:09 PM

SFC Robert Becker — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 23:09:46 -0400

I work over seas and going to the range once a month

Response by SFC Larry Jones made Apr 16 at 2015 12:40 AM

SFC Larry Jones — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:40:09 -0400

I haven't been, but it's not from a lack of desire. It's more from a lack of capability and not being able to get the right ammo.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 16 at 2015 12:46 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:46:58 -0400

I've belonged to my local gun club for roughly 14 years. I used to go a few times a month. In the last few years other hobbies have kept me away from the range. I now shoot maybe once every three or four months. I haven't been hunting in the last two years either. This thread has inspired me to get to the range very soon. I carry every day and it's a good thing to be proficient with the handguns I carry.

Response by SSgt Rilene Ann made Apr 16 at 2015 3:10 AM

SSgt Rilene Ann — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 03:10:05 -0400

I live in Fairbanks Alaska and go not as often as would like to.

Response by CPT Alan W. made Apr 16 at 2015 3:16 AM

CPT Alan W. — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 03:16:02 -0400

I was a Deputy Sheriff for a few years after I left the Army, and I went to the range every month. Now I longer need to carry and/or use a firearm in my everyday life, I make it to the range at the most once a year. I've always enjoyed the shooting, I've never enjoyed the cleaning.

Response by SGT Stephen Boldrey made Apr 16 at 2015 9:10 AM

SGT Stephen Boldrey — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 09:10:58 -0400

No I don't go to the range any more . I have often wondered why I do not desire to shoot anymore I still owe my weapons and have them In the house for self-defense and I am a strong supporter of the Second Amendment .The passion I once had for shooting just isn't there anymore.

Response by SPC Nathaniel Reynolds made Apr 16 at 2015 9:53 AM

SPC Nathaniel Reynolds — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 09:53:00 -0400

I do not go anywhere near as much as I should. I was shooting all the time, and setting up different exercises while I lived near property owned by my family, I've since moved away from that area for work and the cost of the range, plus the ammo is hard on a tight budget.

Response by PFC Ed Dunnigan made Apr 16 at 2015 10:51 AM

PFC Ed Dunnigan — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 10:51:39 -0400

I started shooting Service Rifle competitions after I got out. I learned that, while the Army taught me how to operate a rifle, it didn't teach me much about shooting. Firing on a KD range at 200, 300 and 600 yards, while in a sling and using iron sights, became a bit of an obsession. From there, I got into IDPA, and Bowling pin shooting. IMHO, the military (particularly the Air Force) could benefit greatly if they put more emphasis on marksmanship.

Response by SSG Louis Marucci made Apr 16 at 2015 11:30 AM

SSG Louis Marucci — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 11:30:39 -0400

I go to the range in part, probably for the same reason I fish daily. It's part of that Boy Scout motto/philosophy of being prepared for anything that was ingrained in me so many years ago.
I don't hunt and when I fish, it's catch and release. I have no desire to end a life unless I am in mortal danger and have never done so (well an occasional fish when hungry). Having said that, I think it's important to have skills to survive.

Response by 1LT Nick Kidwell made Apr 16 at 2015 1:08 PM

1LT Nick Kidwell — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:08:59 -0400

Yep, still do. My local range has a trap/skeet section, a pistol and rifle section and an archery section.

For the sake of safety, they do not allow people to practice draws from their holsters, so I do that at home with snap-caps.

Response by CPL Brian Clouser made Apr 16 at 2015 1:43 PM

CPL Brian Clouser — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:43:23 -0400

I shoot as much as possible. As for going to the range and shoot,I made my own. I set up some targets in the woods. I can use it for one place range shooting or I can use it as quick response shooting

Response by Cpl Michael Arford made Apr 16 at 2015 1:50 PM

Cpl Michael Arford — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:50:36 -0400

Yes, I still go to the range on a regular basis. After 4 years in the Marine Corps and over 20 years in the state police I feel that it is my duty to retain my shooting skills. I would never want to be in an active shooter situation and not be able to respond when innocent lives could be saved. There have been several situations around the United States where citizens were helpless and dieing in restaurants, movie theaters and other venues where an off duty police officer or concealed carry person could have saved many lives.

Response by SFC Joseph Roddenberry made Apr 16 at 2015 5:25 PM

SFC Joseph Roddenberry — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 17:25:47 -0400

I grew up hunting so I had some weapons familiarity when I joined. I started competitive shooting almost 20 years ago and although I don't go as often as I used to, I still try to make it to a range every couple of weeks. I prefer to assemble my own AR style rifles out of components I choose and currently have them in .22, .223, .300 AAC BO, and .308 calibers. I reload my own ammo as well, so that helps. In addition, it is legal to own suppressors where I live and I have several of those and want to get more. Since we recently moved, most of my equipment is in storage until we find a more permanent housing situation.

Response by SSgt James Stanley made Apr 16 at 2015 7:56 PM

SSgt James Stanley — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 19:56:42 -0400

Yes, just last week with another Air Force Vet.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Apr 16 at 2015 8:20 PM

COL Charles Williams — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 20:20:55 -0400

I don't do much PT, or much shooting these days... None would be more accurate. SFC Michael Jackson, MBA When I retired, I did consider shooting anyone in the face, who asked me if I wanted to go for a run...

Response by SrA Joshua Hagler made Apr 16 at 2015 9:10 PM

SrA Joshua Hagler — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 21:10:42 -0400

I wish I could, but can't afford the ammo and the range time. Hell even the gas to get to most ranges I can'f afford. Loving firearms can be expensive.

Response by SSG Jesse Garza made Apr 16 at 2015 9:38 PM

SSG Jesse Garza — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 21:38:55 -0400

Yes I still do before I joined the service I did a lot of deer hunting but since I left the service I haven't, just lots of target practice.

Response by SFC Douglas Davis made Apr 16 at 2015 10:16 PM

SFC Douglas Davis — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 22:16:11 -0400

Just a couple of times a month, it for me is a great stress relief.

Response by CW3 Paul Fitch made Apr 17 at 2015 1:03 AM

CW3 Paul Fitch — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 01:03:57 -0400

I still go to the range irregularly. I'm a life member of Front Sight in Nevada. I keep up my shooting skills even as I reach my 69th year because our Fore Fathers left us with a requirement to maintain our skills at arms to prevent a tyrannical government takeover, pretty much as we see happening today.

As a life member of Oath Keepers (http://www.oathkeepers.org), I am committed to ensuring that our military, police and first responders remember that the oath they took (we all took) has no expiration date and that it was to protect and defend the Constitution, not to a CO, President or Police Chief.

I had a sheriff deputy tell me today that he could not become a member of Oath Keepers because it would jeopardize his job. Isn't that amazing. Being threatened for joining an organization that asks you to follow through on your oath that you swore to God to do.

I hope that everyone on this list is an Oath Keeper and if you are sincere, join us. We can't keep the ship of state headed in the right direction alone.

Response by SPC Art Farley made Apr 17 at 2015 8:52 AM

SPC Art Farley — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 08:52:13 -0400

I started shooting before I went into the service. I use to hunt with my dad and brothers. And my dad is the one who first taught me how to shoot. The Army carried on that training. And today I have passed that to my kid. Beyond that if you are going to own a weapon you should be familiar with how it works and know how to use it safely and properly.

Response by SP5 John Clyburn made Apr 17 at 2015 12:50 PM

SP5 John Clyburn — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 12:50:28 -0400

No longer hunt, shoot at the Cherry Ridge Range in NJ. NRA-LIFE
Army 1961-63 Qualified EXPERT with M-1 and M-14. Carried my .45 as a security weapon.

Have introduced my fiancé to my handguns. So we shoot when we can.

Response by SFC Stephen Hester made Apr 17 at 2015 1:07 PM

SFC Stephen Hester — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 13:07:19 -0400

I go to keep my skills sharp and because I have always loved to shoot. It's more fun now that I'm not doing it in wearing a helmet and body armor.

Response by LCpl Mark Williams made Apr 17 at 2015 7:43 PM

LCpl Mark Williams — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 19:43:03 -0400

Wish I could I don't have the money for the rounds

Response by SPC Jayme Valet made Apr 18 at 2015 6:39 AM

SPC Jayme Valet — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 06:39:20 -0400

No Sagentfirstclass I haven,t I,ve been too busy working. Been out since 88 long time has passed. I,ve been cleaning up my GRANDFATHERS rifles basic cleaning and running serial numbers to see how old they are I dated one back to 1895 a .44 mag Winchester repeater HIS SADDLE rifle he was acattle driver a one point in eastern OREGON along time ago. ALL I CAN DO IS " TRY AND TO PROTECT THEM AND NOT TO GIVE THEM UP"!! SARGENT!HEe bought a /16 gauge shotgun from a friend in BELGiEM while in the service .It was made BEFORE WWII. AND IT STILL FIRES! THANX SARG!

Response by SGT Leon Brimm made Apr 18 at 2015 4:12 PM

SGT Leon Brimm — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 16:12:32 -0400

I have twice since 2007 and the only reason was because a buddie of mine had some rifles he wanted to shoot to consider if he wanted to buy them or not. So we went, it was fun, but I don't even own a gun anymore and really have no desire. Obviously most of my fellow Vets own many types of guns and enjoy going to the range, I myself enjoy many beers and like to throw darts...so maybe guns are not a good idea! :)

Response by SFC Daniel Zelch made Apr 18 at 2015 6:29 PM

SFC Daniel Zelch — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 18:29:33 -0400

I don't go to a range. I live on my farm, I can and do maintain my marksmanship skills. My weapon of choice is a Winchester lever action .243. Squirrel hunting with a .22 or a .17 is an ideal way of keeping your skills sharp.

Response by SSG Carlos Garcia made Apr 18 at 2015 6:49 PM

SSG Carlos Garcia — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 18:49:43 -0400

I go often enough if I have the ammo to do so. I do it to keep up my shills, and to check my scopes.

Response by SPC Eric Cunningham made Apr 18 at 2015 7:46 PM

SPC Eric Cunningham — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 19:46:41 -0400

Whenever I have the time and ammo budget. I find it to be zen - control your breathing, stabilize, break the shot. I enjoy it and it relaxes me.

Response by SPC Andrew Craig made Apr 18 at 2015 9:42 PM

SPC Andrew Craig — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 21:42:43 -0400

I go as often as possible and I still train often. gotta keep the skills up, never know what tomorrow may hold.

Response by SSG John Jensen made Apr 18 at 2015 9:48 PM

SSG John Jensen — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 21:48:34 -0400

a .22 rifle, have some fun plinking, meeting some other vets, war stories for the kids "you don't want one of those!" helping a kid with his sight picture, all of the fun parts without the other BS

Response by TSgt David L. made Apr 19 at 2015 2:46 AM

TSgt David L. — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 02:46:09 -0400

I go every chance I get. I take my boys out to shoot their weapons as well. Why would you NOT go?

Response by PFC Mark Gojer made Apr 19 at 2015 9:51 PM

PFC Mark Gojer — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 21:51:01 -0400

Yes because it feels right and reduces stress

Response by 1SG Frank Boynton made Apr 21 at 2015 12:42 PM

1SG Frank Boynton — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 12:42:03 -0400

Call me crazy, but it's my sport of choice. I don't understand why people are coy about answering whether or not they own guns. I'm not afraid to admit it, and I defy anyone to attempt to take a single one away from me. I am a proud Benefactor Life Member of the NRA, and a NRA certified instructor and Range Master. I have carried concealed for 40 years. I shot competitively for over 20 years, I was a reserve Deputy Sheriff until my heart attack. I shoot more now than I did when I was in the military. I own over 60 weapons, and over 14,000 rounds of ammo. I own 5 AR-15's, and every one of them is 100 times more accurate than the M16A1 I carried during my years of service. I reload my own ammo. I do all the work on my own guns. I'm partial to 1911 style pistols, although I have many polymer framed striker fired pistols. My current carry gun is the Kimber Master Carry Ultra. I shoot at least 3 times a month, usually more often now that I'm semi-retired. Mostly practicing on my carry pistol, drawing from different positions and engaging steel targets out to 25 feet. I carry a bail-out bag and one rifle in the trunk of my car at all times. It's normally an AR-15 with 15 30-round magazines loaded. If you ask me why, I guess it's because I'm too old to take an ass whipping. While I can pretty much go one on one with just about anyone, unfortunately that's not the real world I live in, where gangs rule the streets and cops are afraid to enter.

Response by SSG Richard Reilly made Apr 21 at 2015 12:46 PM

SSG Richard Reilly — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 12:46:12 -0400

I went to the range about 2 months ago with my girlfriends 20 year old who is in college but wants to join the military. I was teaching him the basics...which was painful since only weapon he ever fired was on call of duty.

Response by SSG Ronald Williams made Apr 21 at 2015 12:57 PM

SSG Ronald Williams — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 12:57:27 -0400

I wish.........There are no ranges nearby that support my weapons platform ;-)

Response by SGT Kevin Gardner made Apr 21 at 2015 1:21 PM

SGT Kevin Gardner — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 13:21:23 -0400

don't like being around other people with Firearms that i don't know. so put a range in at my house. and invite people with guns i do know.

we have a rule here when the range is hot.

No alcohol until all firearms are stored in the safe and or car.
rang is hot until the red flag comes down.
if i man the grill the entire time and don't get a chance to shoot, someone else has to take over grilling duty.

for the most part we have a great time, the range is by invitation only and you have to show us that you understand how to safely operate your firearm before being allowed to shoot.

i only had one person who had a problem with showing us he could safely operate his firearm, he is not welcome on my property anymore. typically i only have other VETS or active service members they are the only group of people i get along with.

from left to right My AR-15 my wife's .308 my wife's AR-15 on the bottom My AR-10 .308 my Glock 40 and my current build upper and lower for a 6.8 SPC2 AR-15, with plans for 1911 45ACP build, trying to find a CNC Mill reasonably so i can start building more guns. told the wife i would save more money if i could build them rather than buy them, so please don't tell her :)

Response by SGT Wain Lyden made Apr 22 at 2015 4:17 PM

SGT Wain Lyden — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 16:17:44 -0400

Yes sir I still go to range with a number of my rifles

Response by CPT Arch Nissel made Apr 22 at 2015 5:07 PM

CPT Arch Nissel — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 17:07:11 -0400

I shoot as often as I can limited by time and ammo supply. I am still required to qualify for my LEOSA card and make money as a instructor for different types of firearms and weapons systems.

Response by CSM Donald McGlasson made Apr 22 at 2015 7:20 PM

CSM Donald McGlasson — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 19:20:35 -0400

I have few things I truly enjoy now in my retirement years, but an outlet for me is going to the range, not to get better at shooting something but to test myself. I enjoy taking my skills as a PMI (Basic Rifle Marksmanship) instructor and maintaining or improving the skills I've acquired in some cases. I like to compete and test myself against other shooters. FYI, I have several weapons to choose from but really like my AR. To me it's no difference from this activity and fishing.

Response by SPC William Weedman made Apr 23 at 2015 2:15 AM

SPC William Weedman — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 02:15:13 -0400

Haven't been to the range in far too long. My range buddy passed away several years ago and a gun-fearing ex-wife also kept me away. I think I need to get with my brother and go shooting soon, although night shift work makes it hard to get to the range.

Response by SFC Michael Jackson, MBA made Apr 23 at 2015 3:04 AM

SFC Michael Jackson, MBA — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 03:04:44 -0400

I've noticed that many of our vets like or enjoy shooting or going to the range. However, ammunition and associated costs is a significant deterrent and a common factor among those who don't go. When I was in, i'd shoot all the ammo I could get without a thought as to what it the military. It's different when you have absorb the costs out of your own pocket. It's another level of commitment to the sport.

Response by SFC Dennis Yancy made Apr 23 at 2015 6:55 PM

SFC Dennis Yancy — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 18:55:24 -0400

Yes I go to range and shoot. Find it therapeutic.

Response by CMDCM Richard Moon made Apr 28 at 2015 1:52 PM

CMDCM Richard Moon — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 13:52:27 -0400

I spend more time on the range now and with more variety of firearms than I did while still serving.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 28 at 2015 1:56 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 13:56:38 -0400

Hell yeah I still go and I'm still serving. Nothing beats going to the range and having a good time.

Response by PO2 Jarrod Soules made Apr 28 at 2015 3:13 PM

PO2 Jarrod Soules — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 15:13:35 -0400

As much as possible, which is to say when I can and the wife and kids don't have me running all over hell and back!

Response by PO1 Alan John made May 4 at 2015 5:59 PM

PO1 Alan John — Mon, 04 May 2015 17:59:43 -0400

As often as time, weather, ammo budget and competitive shooting chances allow me to do so. I never shot much before 9-11 but we do now, especially in competitive 3-Gun, Glock and USPSA.

Response by Capt Christian D. Orr made May 7 at 2015 7:37 AM

Capt Christian D. Orr — Thu, 07 May 2015 07:37:38 -0400

Not as often as I used to due to my contracting deployment schedule, but it's still my favorite hobby, and I'm an NRA certified Basic Pistol Instructor.

Response by PV2 Matthew Dzemske made May 15 at 2015 3:53 AM

PV2 Matthew Dzemske — Fri, 15 May 2015 03:53:06 -0400

As much as I am able. I've taken courses taught by Larry Vickers, Pat McNamera, and the Milwaukee SWAT team. Cost a fortune but the sad thing was that it was better than any training at my unit; we did 300m simulated targets to qualify, NCOs used ACOGs. I personally loved being an Infantryman, and relish any opportunity to hone my skillset or to learn more. Although I'm no longer in the military, and you wouldn't know it from my career, it was the only thing I've ever done that I had a natural knack for. My only talent. Shooting helps me to feel less, well, useless.

Response by SGT David T. made May 15 at 2015 12:11 PM

SGT David T. — Fri, 15 May 2015 12:11:53 -0400

I shoot as much as I can. There is something comforting about firing an AR-15. I guess because the M-16/M-4 was part of me for so long that I sort of feel naked without one.

Response by SGT Jimmy Carpenter made Jun 1 at 2015 1:19 AM

SGT Jimmy Carpenter — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 01:19:43 -0400

I used to frequent the range weekly until it got too expensive to do so. Now I try to go at least once a month. I find it to be a good way to relieve stress.

Response by SP5 Joel O'Brien made Jun 5 at 2015 10:29 AM

SP5 Joel O'Brien — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 10:29:57 -0400

Haven't fired a weapon since I got out in 1976.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 5 at 2015 10:36 AM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 10:36:44 -0400

I plan to continue shooting long after I get out. After all, why put the money down on a LaRue OBR with a 20 inch barrel and a Bushnell HDMR scope with the H59 reticule and let all that time with Todd Hodnett go to waste.

Response by LTC Erik Spike Thiesmeyer, Sr. made Jun 16 at 2015 11:25 PM

LTC Erik Spike Thiesmeyer, Sr. — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 23:25:12 -0400

Yep, I shoot about once a month since I retired. I enjoyed it when I was in, and still enjoy it now that I'm out. I love the power, the precision, and the patience that is required to shoot well and to maintain a firearm properly.

Response by MSgt John Wylie made Jun 22 at 2015 5:42 PM

MSgt John Wylie — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 17:42:35 -0400

Absolutely! reload at home ... empty them at the range ... repeat

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 21 at 2015 7:48 AM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 07:48:15 -0400

I certainly get more range time as a civilian than I ever did on AD...probably because I control the ammo budget-LOL

Shooting, like flying an aircraft, or any other technical skill, probably has an "expiration" date if not used often. Additionally, I have different weapons now and each have their own nuances in terms of sight picture, effect of recoil and cycling.

Response by SFC Terry Fortune made Sep 3 at 2015 2:37 PM

SFC Terry Fortune — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:37:44 -0400

Yes have to for my job 4 times a year.

Response by MSgt Bill Milligan made Oct 3 at 2015 1:48 PM

MSgt Bill Milligan — Sat, 03 Oct 2015 13:48:52 -0400

Yes once or twice a month for years now to stay proficient with both carry pistols and AR's

Response by SSgt James Howerton made Oct 8 at 2015 3:24 PM

SSgt James Howerton — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 15:24:50 -0400

For me, this is just about the only sport I can still do, so yes, I go to the range here in Michigan as often as possible. Not as often as I'd like due to funds. I try to go at least once a month. I also have a CPL so I try to stay sharp with my carry pistol, a Ruger LC9 (S). I've also put a laser on it that comes on whenever the weapon is drawn from the holster, although I practice almost entirely with the iron sights. The laser is great though, because whatever you put that laser on is what you'll hit. In today's world, I consider carrying a must. Between nuts going into "Gun Free Zones" and opening fire and Jihadists shooting unarmed people or cutting off their heads, I like to feel like I at least have a reasonable chance of surviving and protecting my family and fellow Americans, as per the Oath I took.

Response by SMSgt Daniel Yoder made Oct 10 at 2015 11:42 AM

SMSgt Daniel Yoder — Sat, 10 Oct 2015 11:42:13 -0400

It is your personal preference I guess. But with the way the world is headed things may come down to us defending not only our freedoms but our lives and family on US soil. We have
been lucky where we have never had to defend ourselves in our own back yards. However the time may come based even on current conflict events. The question should be as to who is going to protect me and the answer may be no one because everyone is more concerned for their own lives. I am not going to allow myself to not be prepared.

Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2016 3:30 PM

GySgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 15:30:10 -0500

I go with other vets. It's great for camaraderie. Plus the smell brings back memories.

Response by GySgt Douglas Dare made Jan 21 at 2016 1:41 PM

GySgt Douglas Dare — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 13:41:03 -0500

Yes, I have earned my Conceal Carry Certificate so I teach conceal carry here in Kansas. I also instruct civilians on safety, storage of guns and marksmanship. GUNS are part of our heritage and the second amendment is to be used not abused or ignored. I love the smell of sulfer in the morning, noon and night. Semper-Fi

Response by Sgt Tammy Wallace made Jan 21 at 2016 4:30 PM

Sgt Tammy Wallace — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:30:16 -0500

no but I sure do want to..i was a PMI and a member of the Marine Corps Shooting Team when I was stationed aboard Pendleton...I've never shot anything other than expert, (with the rifle...only pizza boxes with the 9mil, tho) and I was series high shooter in bootcamp...I LOVE shooting and would be completely stoked to get my hands on an M16 again..sigh...I miss it so much!

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2016 4:45 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:45:02 -0500

I go all the time, at minimum 2 times a month, usually once a week. Between 400 to 1000 rounds.

Response by CPT Harbourcay . made Jan 21 at 2016 5:20 PM

CPT Harbourcay . — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 17:20:00 -0500

I am a former combat infantry officer and to this day I belong to a gun club and own a safe full of weapons and ammo. I swore a long time ago to protect this country from all enemies,, foreign and domestic, unfortunately for the last 7 yrs, I think the pendulum has swung to domestic

Response by SSgt James Stanley made Jan 25 at 2016 6:49 PM

SSgt James Stanley — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 18:49:11 -0500

I go when I can, not as often as I would like. I have a new concealed carry weapon that I haven't shot yet and need to get proficient with it. I will be going soon with a veteran friend.

Response by MAJ Joseph Parker made Jan 25 at 2016 10:33 PM

MAJ Joseph Parker — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 22:33:22 -0500

SFC Jackson: I practice a little, but not much. This is with an M1911A1 at 25 meters. A professional soldier, especially an Infantry ABN RGR with "other" select skills, never loses the touch. Scary thing was that there were civilians at the same range that day, firing AR-15s (and the like) with laser designator/aiming devices on them at these same 25 meter targets, and they had shot groups the size of a Volkswagen.

Response by SFC Charles Temm made Apr 10 at 2016 1:32 PM

SFC Charles Temm — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 13:32:02 -0400

Love shooting, great stress reliever and it's nice to do something that connects me however tentatively w/the service

But I no longer will admit to or even whether I own weapons publicly nor discuss the sport much due to the domestic situation nationally sad to say.

Response by SGT Paul Mackay made Apr 14 at 2016 9:05 PM

SGT Paul Mackay — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 21:05:57 -0400

yes

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2016 2:24 PM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 14:24:45 -0400

Must 218 qualify once a year.

Response by Capt Tom Brown made Apr 28 at 2016 12:49 PM

Capt Tom Brown — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 12:49:29 -0400

#SFC Michael Jackson, MBA Growing up in peaceful (at the time)l residential neighborhood in inner-city Chicago back in post WWII, I was never introduced to firearms of any type so never developed an interest in them. Later after intense exposure to just about every type of weapo in the service I could not begin to associate a pleasant, challenging, or skillful experience like hunting or target practice with weapons firing. Since then I've never picked up a weapon of any kind. My brother on the other hand is just the opposite, is a big huntsman, target shooter, and owner of a cabinet full of guns of all types.

Response by SGT Kevin Gardner made May 5 at 2016 7:26 PM

SGT Kevin Gardner — Thu, 05 May 2016 19:26:01 -0400

Nope, built a backstop on my property instead.

Response by SPC Andrew Craig made May 6 at 2016 7:55 AM

SPC Andrew Craig — Fri, 06 May 2016 07:55:06 -0400

nearly every weekend.

Response by SPC David Hannaman made May 13 at 2016 9:58 AM

SPC David Hannaman — Fri, 13 May 2016 09:58:14 -0400

Yup, (qualification for CHL, 50 rounds, varying distances, shot with a malfunctioning 1911 clone)

Response by SSG Jeff Beltran made Jun 13 at 2016 1:09 PM

SSG Jeff Beltran — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 13:09:49 -0400

Yes..To keep my muscle memory up. I also use a pellet gun when I don't go to the range and focus in on the fundamentals.

Response by CPL James Zielinski made Jun 17 at 2016 9:28 AM

CPL James Zielinski — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 09:28:02 -0400

yes. It's a degradeable skill. If you don't shoot, you lose your skill, like any sport. It depends on if that maters to you or not. If you don't hunt or have any interest in sport shooting, then it may not matter to you. It's a personal choice.

Response by SSG Stephan Pendarvis made Jul 13 at 2016 3:34 PM

SSG Stephan Pendarvis — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 15:34:47 -0400

Yeah been once in 3 years since...just to shoot my 9mm

Response by SFC Daniel McIntire made Oct 6 at 2016 4:21 PM

SFC Daniel McIntire — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 16:21:19 -0400

I occasional do however, it had been with pistols.

Response by CSM Thomas McGarry made Oct 6 at 2016 6:11 PM

CSM Thomas McGarry — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 18:11:36 -0400

Still go but not as much as I need to, used to shoot expert or sharpshooter most of the time but I've started to slip!!

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2016 9:14 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:14:12 -0400

Rather than poppin different pills down your throat. Going to the range teh best stress therapy!

Response by LTC Joseph Fox made Oct 6 at 2016 10:26 PM

LTC Joseph Fox — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 22:26:50 -0400

I go to the range at least once a month as I am a concealed carry holder

Response by SFC George Smith made Oct 6 at 2016 10:43 PM

SFC George Smith — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 22:43:32 -0400

we own a private range with 25, 50 100, 200, 250 meter rifle Points and 3,5 7, 10, 15, &25 meter side arm points... it also doubles a Skeet Range...

Response by MSG Charles Turner made Feb 21 at 2018 1:16 PM

MSG Charles Turner — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 13:16:54 -0500

Sergeant, Only been to the Range to attend my Conceal Carry Class. Little Nerve Wracking. But I will go again.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2018 1:48 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 13:48:25 -0500

If I can, every week, now that you have the Skill, "Sharpen the Edge."
It's like, do you tie your shoes laces, left over right, or right over left. What really matters is, Your shoes laces are tied.

Response by SPC David Willis made Feb 21 at 2018 2:17 PM

SPC David Willis — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 14:17:18 -0500

As often as I can, Ive probably lost a little touch but can still group pretty well.

Response by SGT Dick Johnson made Feb 25 at 2018 7:10 PM

SGT Dick Johnson — Sun, 25 Feb 2018 19:10:49 -0500

Every week!

Response by SPC Gary Welch made Aug 3 at 2018 1:14 AM

SPC Gary Welch — Fri, 03 Aug 2018 01:14:12 -0400

I go at least once a month it relaxes me