webber Posted September 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2017 Shooters attending this Sundays shoot should be advised that the entrance directly off the A580 for the quarry is blocked due to civil engineering works. Access to the shoot can be gained by turning at Astley traffic lights taking the sign for Higher Green. Drive through Astley Green; over the canal bridge and turn RIGHT at the roundabout. Ignore the road closed and diversion signs. If the barriers are closed open them, and beware of possible barriers t the other end of the road just before the Left turn for the clay shoot. You will drive through the farm. Please drive dead slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2017 Weather forecast for this Sundays shoot looks really good. If attending please be aware that some of our signage has been vandalised / stolen. We shall try to have replacements in place for the shoot. webber www.astleygunclub.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Brilliant weather and a cracking shoot on Sunday. The new Pool Shoot didn't do too well, but it's early days; so the pool will roll over to the next shoot. More new members and even more pledging to return and join. The winter work parties are in full swing, but due to set backs earlier in the Summer, and a slight change of plan to add yet another stand position we are now highly unlikely to meet our target of 100 bird shoot by Christmas. The quest for the 100 bird shoot continues and will increase in pace as the target has now been reset for Easter. The numerous Willow that we have planted over the last two years have started to have their effect. We shall be planting yet more Willow and Box bushes which Gunner Gordon and I have been busy propagating. Despite the significant amount of rain over the last couple of months the once boggy footpaths are now accessible in shoes. The hard work is paying off. We've bought and refurbished a top quality topper mower which will save us considerable time cutting grass in the future. Next shoot is 29th. October. webber www.astleygunclub.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 (edited) We've produced a short video of the shoot. I've posted it on the shoots Facebook page, but am struggling to post it on PW. The video can be found at the bottom of the clubs website front page. www.astleygunclub.co.uk webber Edited October 22, 2017 by webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 According to FB, the video clip has been viewed 3,200 times since I posted it on Sunday morning. It's impressed me. I wonder if it will result in a higher than normal attendance at this Sundays shoot. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 According to FB, the video clip has been viewed 3,200 times since I posted it on Sunday morning. It's impressed me. I wonder if it will result in a higher than normal attendance at this Sundays shoot. webber Well I know of 3 who will be there, 2 of whom have not been before ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 Well I know of 3 who will be there, 2 of whom have not been before ! Thanks for your continued support. I trust that your friends will also enjoy our shoot and also return in the future. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herby Posted October 26, 2017 Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 I can't see the video on your front page!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 Just checked. It's there. Just scroll down a bit. When I post on FB it automatically posts to the shoots website. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalahari Posted October 26, 2017 Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 It is there, scroll right down. I watched it even though I don't do facebook. David. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2017 A brilliant shoot, great weather, well attended. Several new faces. Next shoot 12th. November.Please note that will will stop the shoot at 11am for 2 minutes silence. webber www.astleygunclub.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted October 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2017 Well I know of 3 who will be there, 2 of whom have not been before ! Was there 4 in your squad? Have you seen the pictures on the Rixton & Astley Shooting Club Facebook page? webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted October 30, 2017 Report Share Posted October 30, 2017 (edited) Was there 4 in your squad? Have you seen the pictures on the Rixton & Astley Shooting Club Facebook page? webber Eventually, yes ! One Lad got lost .....................then again, he does use a SAT. NAV. ! Still putting 'after sun' on my eyeballs though ! Edited October 30, 2017 by Westley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted November 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2017 (edited) Very good weather forecast for this Sundays shoot. We shall be stopping the shooting at 11am. for two minutes silence. Hopefully our efforts at the work party last Sunday will have their desired effects, although it's doubtful that members will notice any difference; although they will in the not too distant future. webber http://www.astleygunclub.co.uk Edited November 10, 2017 by webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted November 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2017 A few technical glitches delayed the start of shooting slightly today, but this didn't marr an otherwise excellent,well attended shoot in cool but glorious weather. The two minutes silence at 11am was observed by all. Several new faces and a number that have been away for some time. The new mower performed well, but requires a minor repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted November 14, 2017 Report Share Posted November 14, 2017 On 12/11/2017 at 18:32, webber said: A few technical glitches delayed the start of shooting slightly today, but this didn't marr an otherwise excellent,well attended shoot in cool but glorious weather. The two minutes silence at 11am was observed by all. Several new faces and a number that have been away for some time.The new mower performed well, but requires a minor repair. Do not be so critical on yourself ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted November 19, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2017 Work party today. Hot dogs for lunch. aching joints for teatime. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted November 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2017 Thanks to Grandson Jacob, Tommo & Alan we got plenty done despite a troublesome chainsaw. Members will not notice anything of yesterdays progress, but rest assured the 100 bird shoot is getting ever closer. Sadly it won't be ready for Christmas as we had planned, but it will be worth the wait. webber http://www.astleygunclub.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted November 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2017 Despite a quite dire weather forecast; todays shoot was well attended. More new members and more application forms given out. The ground held up well following a deluge between 7 & 8am. Thanks to the ground Staff who carried on regardless. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2017 Weather forecast for tomorrows work party is really good.Plumbing and possibly testing the wood chipper out are on the agenda. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2017 It'll be a thermals with two pairs of socks and wellies day at the shoot tomorrow. Remember your gloves and scarf! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Despite the highly inaccurate weather forecast broadcast by the BBC the ground stayed clear of any snow until about 2:30, by which time we had packed up as usual. The brave souls that turned out enjoyed the shoot and the crisp winter weather. Another new member signed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2017 Grandson Jacob, Tommo. Alan and I, braved the mist and rain yesterday. We completed the new stand and re numbered all the stands on the ground ready for the Christmas Shoot on 27th. December. We also pegged out for the traps and improved the land drainage. The shoot will be 80 birds shot over 10 stands; that's 4 pairs per stand. There will be one practice stand and a 12 shot Pool Shoot. The paths are holding up well, but we would recommend boots or wellingtons.Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all Members and Patrons who have supported the shoot throughout the year. A special thanks to the Ground Staff, without their support the shoot would not happen. Safe and Straight shooting to all. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 NO Work Party today. Grandson Jacob is reluctantly attending his big sisters birthday party; Tommo is having one off. I'm at home twiggeling my thumbs, but not for long. There are future plans to plan. Hope to see as many of you as possible at the Christmas shoot on Wednesday 27th. December. The weather forecast is really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted December 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 Weather forecast for tomorrows shoot is really good. Sunny but cold with less than 5% chance of rain. It's two pairs of socks for me and Grandson Jacob. We expect to be busy. Please try to car share if possible. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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