jimblowscash Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Many many years ago when I was a lad my grandfather used to take me out shooting ( mainly to lug stuff about such as hides, decoys and shot game ) and taught me about safe shooting, gun care, game, and field craft. I'm in a position now where I don't have kids, I have large areas of shooting ( golf course's ) and various people have asked me to take them or there kids out shooting. What I'd like to do is find a couple of eager youngsters who want to learn about the sport I love and introduce them to it safely in a controlled environment and " apprentice " them into the sport. I have taken a few people out only to have them loose interest after a couple of trips and not come out again so this time I'm going to be picky! I am based in Maidstone and have several shoots within half an hour of the town. I'm happy to take father & son/ daughter out. Anyone who comes out MUST be a BASC / countryside alliance member and hold relevant insurance No gun is required as the first few trips out will be shadowing / learning If and when I am happy to let you shoot I can provide a gun if you don't already have one. You must be fit! Some evenings I walk over 4 miles shooting ( mainly on golf courses ) You will be doing some donkey work! If you expect to get on a gun straight away this isn't the opportunity for you! Existing shooters I appreciate that ground is at a premium and I have worked bloody hard to secure the ground that I have, I am happy to exchange a few nights accompanied shooting ( I use air rifle , shotgun, rim fire and centre fire ) provided again you're a BASC member and have insurance. If you are interested please PM me and we can exchange phone numbers and arrange an evening to meet before arraigning any shooting trips. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 very good offer that mate hope you find the right person atb dolphin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the pigeon man Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Unreal offer good doo for some one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 What a great offer for someone who wants to learn..... Good on you kind sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 this is a truly golden opportunity for someone , im surprised its not snapped up yet . regards steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEshooter Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Pm sent. Great offer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRNDL Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Don't look a gift horse in the mouth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 What a wonderful chance for someone! Good luck Jim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazza Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 PM sent What a great opportunity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannyboy220 Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 If you do much decoying, i,wouldnt mind coming and helping you carry your gear and watching for a while need to try and pock up some tips. No problem leaving my gun at home happy just to watch amd learn. As long as you're good!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphster Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Brilliant that someone is prepared to take on an apprentice, and hopefully bring new blood into the sport. Great offer and I hope you find a great apprentice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimblowscash Posted August 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 Thank you to those that have pm's me already I will be getting back to you shortly. Predominantly the shooting I do is rabbit and fox control unfortunately I don't do an awful lot of decoying or pigeon shooting for those that have expressed an interest. As I said I'm happy to teach / help anyone that wants to learn but I'm specifically looking to bring youngsters into the sport unless of course the parent wants to learn as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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