MM Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 could i just ask (and im sure this is the correct thread) why when someone is asking a dumb or un-interesting question, are they automaticaly labeled "TROLL". when i started fishing a few years ago, there was the same fear of the antis yet they didnt yell this at people, they seemed happy to offer as much advice as needed. also, could i ask how long it takes a newcommer to be considered a trustworthy? i know i have not posted any reports yet, as this is due to the fact that i would rather try and be ready for what im doing, instead of running around without a clue. as i have gained a permission, (as of 19th march) i will prommise to post a detailed report as soon as i am able to shoot. will this then quell rumours of trolling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 It`s just unfortunate that you have missed the main troll season and there are a few that didn`t get a full bag limit and therefore have itchy trigger fingers still Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 It`s just unfortunate that you have missed the main troll season and there are a few that didn`t get a full bag limit and therefore have itchy trigger fingers still i appreciate cautiousness Henry, and like the banter, but there really are some new members on here doing their best to fit in and learn as much as poss. please dont tar us all with the same............................wait a mo.....or to use a quote on this site... dont use such a wide brush to spread the tar,,,,, i think it went Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 We are always reminding members to give new members a fair chance, even though it may be an old question, or particularly naive. The Moderators sort out the Trolls very quickly and they don't really do much harm when they are here, just become irritating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 well, i'll do my best not to irritate. like you say, a fair chance is all we are asking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Just get stuck in Martin Ask questions when you need to and don't apologise for doing it, we all started somewhere. This is a community, not a club Knowing from moderating on another site anti's and trolls do tend to hang themselves after a bit anyway. I want to say a lot more on this but it wouldn't be a positive contribution so I'll keep it to myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Martin some of the members aren't very old, your post went a long way over said members head, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 (edited) thanks kids ill keep it to yhe young' uns, and ****** the trolls. and just to make sure that im not, i recived a package from another members today in the post. CHEERS MATE. Edited March 14, 2008 by martinmoreton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdubya Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 could i just ask (and im sure this is the correct thread) why when someone is asking a dumb or un-interesting question, are they automaticaly labeled "TROLL".when i started fishing a few years ago, there was the same fear of the antis yet they didnt yell this at people, they seemed happy to offer as much advice as needed. also, could i ask how long it takes a newcommer to be considered a trustworthy? i know i have not posted any reports yet, as this is due to the fact that i would rather try and be ready for what im doing, instead of running around without a clue. as i have gained a permission, (as of 19th march) i will prommise to post a detailed report as soon as i am able to shoot. will this then quell rumours of trolling? unfortunately there are a few on here who think that they were born with a shotgun sticking out of there jacksies, and never had to ask, watch, learn a thing? and seemingly expect everyone else to have the same "educational standards"? cheers KW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taz24 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 I'm new to the site as well and I'm trying to fit in as best as I can. Like most sites there is an eliment of trust but unlike other sites a shooting forum does have a lot to protect, Its not like football or cricket. There are not many people trying to ban the sport / way of life. I think like most situations people take time to accept new commers it's all part of a community> taz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustyfox Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 sorry if i been having a go at a couple of people but when people ask a question on things they should know about already they ask it on here. If I wanted to know the seasons for ducks and game I would Either look on the internet or get a book, its that simple. Why ask somebody on here to right a list of the seasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Not everyone knows where to start when they go doing something new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 sorry if i been having a go at a couple of people but when people ask a question on things they should know about already they ask it on here. If I wanted to know the seasons for ducks and game I would Either look on the internet or get a book, its that simple. Why ask somebody on here to right a list of the seasons. Thats a rather peculiar statement especially as you consider this is an internet based site and also a forum, its purpose to provide a place for people to exchange knowledge. I do agree that from time to time, alot of the same questions come around again, but sinse in the main they are asked by new members, surely they deserve the benefit of the doubt. I would also like to point out, that a list of the seasons is available on this forum. I for one asked much of the same questions when I first started. If it were not for the quality of members on here, I doubt I would have got as far as I did as quickly as I did. To those that have the patience, I say thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel b3 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 i can confirm that martin doesn't live under a bridge as i sent a parcel to his house . i haven't seen the thread in question martin , but , don't take things to heart mate . some of the members get a bit twitchy when a new username appears . you'll soon settle in and it'll be kisses and hugs all round. just keep out of the way of that berretaman1 fella , he's a shady character if ever i saw one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chard Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 To be honest, I didn't see anything odd about Martins post anyway It is quite feasible that antis could trump up such a scenario, to disgust the public. Unfortunately, there are also some total retards out there with guns, and I can see that there are some who would be stupid enough to pull a stunt like that, just to have a pop at Mr Veggie without giving any thought to the fact that it might not help the image of field sports. So, I feel it was a valid post, putting a couple of possible explanations forward about the incident. Admittedly, yes, it could just be the media stirring things again and sensationalising it, but who knows? I thought he got harsh treatment there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Cornholio Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 sorry if i been having a go at a couple of people but when people ask a question on things they should know about already they ask it on here. If I wanted to know the seasons for ducks and game I would Either look on the internet or get a book, its that simple. Why ask somebody on here to right a list of the seasons. Although Dusty's post may seem a little peculiar. I would have to agree that asking when the duck/game season ends would result in quite a few correct answers and a couple of false ones. Therefore you would still have to google it, or better still, use the fully comprehensive BASC website. Which gun, cartridge, choke etc are all debatable and should be asked by anyone as often as necessary. New members = new answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
me and my lad Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 as i have gained a permission, (as of 19th march) i will prommise to post a detailed report as soon as i am able to shoot. will this then quell rumours of trolling? out of curiosity have you got somewhere on the wirral to shoot ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 wow!! great replies, and great support for new members. a big thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 as i have gained a permission, (as of 19th march) i will prommise to post a detailed report as soon as i am able to shoot. will this then quell rumours of trolling? out of curiosity have you got somewhere on the wirral to shoot ?? yeah mate. thanks to a friend/workmate, he has managed to get me 175 acres of farmland. really pleased with his efforts, and owe him a beer. as soon as i get my feet under the table, i wouldnt mind passing round a few invites to the people who can make it. the more the merrier an all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 (edited) well, i'll do my best not to irritate. like you say, a fair chance is all we are asking for. If you are worrying about being a troll forget it A trol is someone who stirs **** and tries to get the forum to implode on itself getting all the members to argue with eachother. I give all ne wmembers respect and trust (to a degree) but usually from day one, who get a fel of who you can put your trust in to. It only take a bit of common sense and decency to become a respectable trustable member. Its not like you have to undergo some form of varification process Get posting and stuck into it, and you will quickly find you will start receiving PM's, freindly answers, and getting a warm feeling for the forum The trick is to not get into heated debates (been there) and end up falling out with good members here. You also mention 'reports'. I assume you mean field reports? dont worry, not everyones tells a good story, it does not mean you are not a decent member of PW and cannot be trusted.Its always nice to share an experiance, and read other peoples experiances.. but there are a lot fo good memebers who do not always get involved in this way Edited March 14, 2008 by Hunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 cheers hunter. ill report pretty much all of my trips out, even the bum ones. im sure you lot would rather read about me getting a soaking/falling on my *** with pictures as well you never know, i might even hit something as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vole Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 (edited) Hi Martin.Good hunting and welcome to PW.Not read all your posts but I have done my share of beginners queries on here.Got a few more in store for them too. Ps I think members are a bit defensive as recent troll has been nasty and personal. I am fairly new to computers so to have yourself threatened by some hacker understandably gets backs up. Edited March 14, 2008 by vole21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
col s10 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 this member is not a troll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anser2 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Quote "thanks kids ill keep it to yhe young' uns, and ****** the trolls. " Is it legal to " ****** trolls " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 ill take owt these days cheers Col Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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