PhilR Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 I tried to get on one of the above courses held a few weeks ago but it was sold out very quickly, so due to the interest shown BASC decided to hold a weekday course and this filled too very quickly. There was a good mix of people, some who hadn't shot a pigeon before and were embarking on pigeon shooting for the first time to seasoned veterans. It was held at a farm near Chelmsford and hosted by Peter Theobald with Simon Reinhold the Eastern Regional Director, they were ably assisted by our very own The Essex Hunter and SA Shooter who it was nice to meet for the first time. The day started in Peter's house with a slide presentation and discussion on subjects such as the law and General Licences, quarry identification, shooting safety when in hides, reconnaissance, hide building, pigeon shooting equipment etc and hide discipline. We then went to an adjacent field and Peter showed us how he set up his hide and decoy pattern using shell decoys and a magnet. After the lunch break we split into two groups, one group shot some crossing clays as singles and pairs seated behind a hide net with Peter explaining forward allowance etc. The others saw the equipment that Simon, himself a committed pigeon shooter and TEH use in the field including their own DIY tricks and tips which gave food for thought, the groups then changed over. Simon, to his credit mentioned the PW forum to the group as a useful source of information. It was an interesting day and I'm glad I went, I learnt a few things and satisfied myself that I'm not doing things completely wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Simon and Peter are good blokes. It was Simon who got me into shooting 7.5 shot at pigeons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Sounds like you had a good day Phil, I look forward to hearing more about it when we meet up next. Everyone does things a little different and it is always good to learn and keep an open mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatcatsplat Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 I managed to get on the first one as a super sub when someone dropped out - It's a terrific day with lots of tips, tricks and info - Peter talks absolute sense and imparts information well plus Simon's a very good guy once he warms up and has some cracking little tricks up his sleeve - The hide poles and dead bird cardles were awesome in their simplicity and complete and utter usefullness. And The Essex Hunter is on hand moving and shaking in the background and generally being very helpful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted May 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Sounds like you had a good day Phil, I look forward to hearing more about it when we meet up next. Everyone does things a little different and it is always good to learn and keep an open mind. Pay up and get on a course, you tight g*t . That's why I didn't give specific details away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Essex Hunter Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 I tried to get on one of the above courses held a few weeks ago but it was sold out very quickly, so due to the interest shown BASC decided to hold a weekday course and this filled too very quickly. There was a good mix of people, some who hadn't shot a pigeon before and were embarking on pigeon shooting for the first time to seasoned veterans. It was held at a farm near Chelmsford and hosted by Peter Theobald with Simon Reinhold the Eastern Regional Director, they were ably assisted by our very own The Essex Hunter and SA Shooter who it was nice to meet for the first time. The day started in Peter's house with a slide presentation and discussion on subjects such as the law and General Licences, quarry identification, shooting safety when in hides, reconnaissance, hide building, pigeon shooting equipment etc and hide discipline. We then went to an adjacent field and Peter showed us how he set up his hide and decoy pattern using shell decoys and a magnet. After the lunch break we split into two groups, one group shot some crossing clays as singles and pairs seated behind a hide net with Peter explaining forward allowance etc. The others saw the equipment that Simon, himself a committed pigeon shooter and TEH use in the field including their own DIY tricks and tips which gave food for thought, the groups then changed over. Simon, to his credit mentioned the PW forum to the group as a useful source of information. It was an interesting day and I'm glad I went, I learnt a few things and satisfied myself that I'm not doing things completely wrong. Thank you for the comments, as you spoke about there is quite a range of peoples shooting experience. By the responses every one enjoyed the day and I will pass the comments on to Peter and Simon TEH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnome of the Woods Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Pay up and get on a course, you tight g*t . That's why I didn't give specific details away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Pay up and get on a course, you tight g*t . That's why I didn't give specific details away I am a pensioner you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted May 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 I am a pensioner you know I know I don't look it but so am I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 I know I don't look it but so am I bakerboy, on 12 May 2012 - 09:16 AM, said: I am a pensioner you know I suffer from the TIM effect. Off to the Cotswolds meet up now, will look even older when on get back on Monday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 How much do the courses cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted May 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 How much do the courses cost? Off the top of my head I think it was £45 for a BASC member and £65 for a non member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Off the top of my head I think it was £45 for a BASC member and £65 for a non member. Thanks, you've been a member for a good few years so I guess your not bad at pigeon shooting what did you hope to learn from the course? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted May 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Thanks, you've been a member for a good few years so I guess your not bad at pigeon shooting what did you hope to learn from the course? Only from 2008, like yourself. I'm not bad at pigeon shooting but not good either. In pigeon shooting, as in life, there's always something new to learn no matter how good you might think you are. I often wonder if there's something I'm doing wrong, if I did it this way or that way would I have a better day etc? Going on the course allowed me to see what an acknowledged well known pigeon shooter does from when he turns up at the field to set up. My hide and decoy layout are broadly similar to Peter's the main difference is that he places his magnet immediately in front of his hide before the decoys and I've been placing mine to one side or the other of the pattern. Talking to Peter, Simon and The Essex Hunter gave me a valuable insight into their approach. Before I retired I was required to attend courses yearly for Continued Professional Development purposes, these were to keep me abreast of changes to my line of work, and I regard this course in the same vein. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Keep the comments civil please gentlemen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagsy Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Done this course today, bloody freezing but worth every penny. PT is a sound guy with loads of top information. Well worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David 686 Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Was on the course today I'd like to thank Peter and Tim for all the info and the way it was put across. Cheers again. Hope to see you again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEADLY PLUMBER Posted March 24, 2013 Report Share Posted March 24, 2013 I'm on it in April. Thanks for the feed back. I'm really looking forward to it. Lets hope it's stopped snowing by then. I've got the gear and a fair idea. But you can always learn more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted March 24, 2013 Report Share Posted March 24, 2013 I'm on it in April. Thanks for the feed back. I'm really looking forward to it. Lets hope it's stopped snowing by then. I've got the gear and a fair idea. But you can always learn more. This is a course well worth attending Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickB65 Posted March 26, 2013 Report Share Posted March 26, 2013 If people are interested in this course then there are 3 mid week courses at the moment: 17th April; 15th May; 12th June. There is 1 space left on 17th April and they are trying to get enough bookings together to make 15th May and 12th June viable. If you are interested then please call Anne the Eastern Regional Administrator - number is on 01284 728752 and book yoursefl on the course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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