Western Slope Shoot *Update - April 11th **Update with location in OP - Page 2

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Posted: 3/7/2015 5:05:27 PM EDT

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It would, but nobody is offering up land in here. Looks like I won't be making it up to junction tomorrow. Anyone have any places you can direct me to via google earth?

Posted: 3/7/2015 9:44:12 PM EDT

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I'll see what I can dig up

Posted: 3/7/2015 11:13:52 PM EDT

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John said he can most likely make the shoot so that opens up least something

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:50:47 PM EDT

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I'll see if I can get out to recon some areas on BLM north of Fruita this weekend. If we need to shoot on public north of town, I can go out early the day of the shoot to get some stuff set up before the desert gets crowded.

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:52:48 PM EDT

[#5]

Is it considered crowded on the western slope if you see another person?

Posted: 3/10/2015 10:09:58 PM EDT

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Yea, something like that.

Posted: 3/10/2015 11:33:33 PM EDT

[#7]

Let's shoot this weekend!!!

Posted: 3/14/2015 4:11:38 PM EDT

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We found a spot yet?

Posted: 3/15/2015 9:06:42 AM EDT

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Heading out today to scope out a few with the fam.

We've got a few weeks yet.

Posted: 3/15/2015 11:59:55 PM EDT

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Thanks, Mark! I've got CWW this weekend, but I can hopefully scout in two weeks if you weren't successful.

Posted: 3/16/2015 7:30:36 AM EDT

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We found some suitable locations between GJ and Delta yesterday. Here's a link to a map with photos.

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I'm coming up with a rough head count around 10 folks. The big question, does everyone have a high clearance vehicle? The farthest site would be the best, but requires driving about 3 or so miles on a dirt/gravel road. Not an issue for a pickup, but a sedan could get hung up. There is 100% cell coverage through the area.

The area at the end of the trip in the linked map (photo 3) would be my pick. The area closes to US 50 (photo 1) would be my second choice.

ETA - spelling....

Posted: 3/16/2015 12:30:28 PM EDT

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We found some suitable locations between GJ and Delta yesterday. Here's a link to a map with photos.

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I'm coming up with a rough head count around 10 folks. The big question, does everyone have a high clearance vehicle? The farthest site would be the best, but requires driving about 3 or so miles on a dirt/gravel road. Not an issue for a pickup, but a sedan could get hung up. There is 100% cell coverage through the area.

The area at the end of the trip in the linked map (photo 3) would be my pick. The area closes to US 50 (photo 1) would be my second choice.

ETA - spelling....

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I'm going the problem is I have a Honda Civic so it might get caught up....

Posted: 3/16/2015 2:21:01 PM EDT

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We found some suitable locations between GJ and Delta yesterday. Here's a link to a map with photos.

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I'm coming up with a rough head count around 10 folks. The big question, does everyone have a high clearance vehicle? The farthest site would be the best, but requires driving about 3 or so miles on a dirt/gravel road. Not an issue for a pickup, but a sedan could get hung up. There is 100% cell coverage through the area.

The area at the end of the trip in the linked map (photo 3) would be my pick. The area closes to US 50 (photo 1) would be my second choice.

ETA - spelling....

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I Just sold my truck and downgraded to a single vehicle. I can get to the spot, but may need to jump in with someone to get all the way in

Posted: 3/16/2015 2:23:36 PM EDT

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I've been climbing in Escalante Canyon back in the day, so I know roughly where that is. Looks good to me 'cause I have a 4wd Tacoma. I have a bunch of M193 that can get pissed away, too! Anyway, I'm a "probably" on attendance.

Posted: 3/16/2015 2:39:23 PM EDT

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Two thoughts. First, we can always use the lower site. Or, we can meet at the parking area and folks with cars can ride up with someone.

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Posted: 3/16/2015 4:17:19 PM EDT

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Either works well for me

Posted: 3/16/2015 5:05:05 PM EDT

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Either works well for me

Ditto.

Posted: 3/16/2015 11:43:48 PM EDT

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Photo 3 works for me.

Jim, can your vehicle handle that?

Posted: 3/16/2015 11:46:20 PM EDT

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We found some suitable locations between GJ and Delta yesterday. Here's a link to a map with photos.

Map

I'm coming up with a rough head count around 10 folks. The big question, does everyone have a high clearance vehicle? The farthest site would be the best, but requires driving about 3 or so miles on a dirt/gravel road. Not an issue for a pickup, but a sedan could get hung up. There is 100% cell coverage through the area.

The area at the end of the trip in the linked map (photo 3) would be my pick. The area closes to US 50 (photo 1) would be my second choice.

ETA - spelling....

I Just sold my truck and downgraded to a single vehicle. I can get to the spot, but may need to jump in with someone to get all the way in

Go fast, your car will bounce right over any bumps.

Posted: 3/17/2015 6:26:33 AM EDT

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We found some suitable locations between GJ and Delta yesterday. Here's a link to a map with photos.

Map

I'm coming up with a rough head count around 10 folks. The big question, does everyone have a high clearance vehicle? The farthest site would be the best, but requires driving about 3 or so miles on a dirt/gravel road. Not an issue for a pickup, but a sedan could get hung up. There is 100% cell coverage through the area.

The area at the end of the trip in the linked map (photo 3) would be my pick. The area closes to US 50 (photo 1) would be my second choice.

ETA - spelling....

I Just sold my truck and downgraded to a single vehicle. I can get to the spot, but may need to jump in with someone to get all the way in

Go fast, your car will bounce right over any bumps.

That poor car has been through enough with the wife driving it

Posted: 3/17/2015 7:20:04 AM EDT

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Jim's not going to make it.

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Jim, can your vehicle handle that?

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Posted: 3/17/2015 3:09:09 PM EDT

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That poor car has been through enough with the wife driving it

Did you really just go there? Or is your wife really a bad driver?

We will have room in our truck if you need a lift.

And I need a head count so I can plan desserts. And any requests.

Posted: 3/17/2015 4:53:15 PM EDT

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That poor car has been through enough with the wife driving it

Did you really just go there? Or is your wife really a bad driver?

We will have room in our truck if you need a lift.

And I need a head count so I can plan desserts. And any requests.

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Deer in July and a Tacoma a couple weeks ago

Did you bring those awesome brownie things last time? If so, bring them!!!!

Posted: 3/18/2015 11:11:05 AM EDT

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Of course I was the one who brought brownies.

I think I also brought rum cake but I can't remember for sure. I was thinking of making fudge cookies with white chocolate chips this year. But I do take requests so who knows! Hubby is going to bring our charcoal grill but I think it's more of a "feel free to use our grill but we aren't providing the meat" kind of thing.

Ok, so far I've got a yes from Kiltakaze. Who else? Oh, and is it just you or is your wife coming as well Kiltakaze?

Posted: 3/18/2015 12:35:36 PM EDT

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I'll buy a big pack of brats to bring for the grill. I'll grab buns too. Not sure if it will just be me, or if the GF will come. I'll update the OP for location. Does anyone have an EZ-Up or something similar for some shade? Maybe a table too?

Posted: 3/18/2015 1:49:24 PM EDT

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I'll bring a table or 2, grill, and ez up for some shade.

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Posted: 3/18/2015 1:56:35 PM EDT

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Thanks!

Posted: 3/18/2015 2:05:53 PM EDT

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I am a maybe.... Not sure but I will hopfully have access to a high clearance vehicle, if not, ill meet up and I can ride in the bed or floorboard of anyones truck/jeep...

Posted: 3/18/2015 2:36:51 PM EDT

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Of course I was the one who brought brownies.

I think I also brought rum cake but I can't remember for sure. I was thinking of making fudge cookies with white chocolate chips this year. But I do take requests so who knows! Hubby is going to bring our charcoal grill but I think it's more of a "feel free to use our grill but we aren't providing the meat" kind of thing.

Ok, so far I've got a yes from Kiltakaze. Who else? Oh, and is it just you or is your wife coming as well Kiltakaze?

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Probably wife too. I'll bring a side like potato salad and some beverages. Guns too

ETA wife unit has training that day and will not be accompanying me.

Posted: 3/18/2015 7:08:36 PM EDT

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Probably wife too. I'll bring a side like potato salad and some beverages. Guns too

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Of course I was the one who brought brownies.

I think I also brought rum cake but I can't remember for sure. I was thinking of making fudge cookies with white chocolate chips this year. But I do take requests so who knows! Hubby is going to bring our charcoal grill but I think it's more of a "feel free to use our grill but we aren't providing the meat" kind of thing.

Ok, so far I've got a yes from Kiltakaze. Who else? Oh, and is it just you or is your wife coming as well Kiltakaze?

Probably wife too. I'll bring a side like potato salad and some beverages. Guns too

Ill bring some hot dogs and buns if we are bringing a grill :)

Posted: 3/21/2015 4:51:42 AM EDT

[#31]

I will be there.

Posted: 3/21/2015 12:51:24 PM EDT

[#32]

Ill chip in gas money if anyone is willing to let me hitch a ride?

Posted: 3/22/2015 2:08:49 PM EDT

[#33]

What time works best?

Posted: 3/22/2015 10:29:51 PM EDT

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How about parking lot meet up at 1000 for anyone that needs a ride up, shooting starts at 1100 up top?

We have a crew cab, so we can fit a few more for the ride up if anyone would prefer to ride up rather than drive.

We'll wait around the lot until 1000 or so, then head up to set up shade, targets, grill.

Looking forward to it.

Posted: 3/22/2015 11:41:42 PM EDT

[#35]

I was also going to suggest 10am

Posted: 3/23/2015 1:23:30 AM EDT

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How about parking lot meet up at 1000 for anyone that needs a ride up, shooting starts at 1100 up top?

We have a crew cab, so we can fit a few more for the ride up if anyone would prefer to ride up rather than drive.

We'll wait around the lot until 1000 or so, then head up to set up shade, targets, grill.

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Sounds good to me

Posted: 3/23/2015 8:24:57 AM EDT

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You survived!?

10 AM it is.

I've got a little steel coming in today. Next project is to fab up some stands

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Posted: 3/23/2015 12:57:57 PM EDT

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10 AM it is.

I've got a little steel coming in today. Next project is to fab up some stands

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I did

Definitely learned some lessons for next year.

Posted: 3/26/2015 12:25:51 AM EDT

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I will be accompanied by at least one other person. The two of us will be up camping nearby.

Posted: 3/26/2015 8:49:41 AM EDT

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Sounds good, should be some great camping up there.

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Posted: 3/26/2015 12:40:37 PM EDT

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I will be accompanied by at least one other person. The two of us will be up camping nearby.

Good to know. I was going to inquire about the camping.

Posted: 3/30/2015 3:11:39 AM EDT

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You all have to know that I am really bummed that I can not make this. I set my course about a year and a half ago be in Nashville at the NRA Annual meeting (happening at the same time)and taking a seat at the big kids table for whatever that is worth. And if it is and I can get stuff done it will be because friends, Colorado ARFCOMers stood with me and us. So someone please take your free Colorado flag and take a group picture. The western spirt, the fight, the no more, not here started on the western slope. The Spurs of the Colorado recall movement came from forgotten Colorado and we reminded them we were here

.

My moving to Tennessee this summer really makes me missing this all the worse. I love Colorado with all of my heart and I "almost gave it my all" to stand with you and say "not here, not this place. Impossible, yeah we will see about that..... "

My wife and child have other needs which can not be met here and I refuse to move to the front range (and they hate my very name in Denver

). So I have to pack up and move to a gun friendly state where my son can get the education his little brain needs and my wife can practice medicine again.

I hope to leave you with C-SAEF, a statewide safety program so children in schools have a chance & are always safe. (A copy of Ohio FASTER with their help, 500 teachers already trained). But it's success is up to Colorado, website coming this weekend. All legal now and training classes coming August. Fund raising starting ASAP. It is an election year in 2016, maybe we can convince Denver our children are worth protecting.

Know I will never, ever forget Colorado (trust me it left a good dent) and my heart remains here on the western slope ...

Posted: 3/30/2015 8:30:45 AM EDT

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Tim,

Thanks for all your efforts in Colorado and now nationally within the NRA. When you find yourself back on the western slope, please drop a note so we can gather some folks together.

Best of luck in Tennessee, it is a beautiful state.

10-4 on the flag, done deal.

Mark

Posted: 3/30/2015 10:29:13 AM EDT

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You all have to know that I am really bummed that I can not make this. I set my course about a year and a half ago be in Nashville at the NRA Annual meeting (happening at the same time)and taking a seat at the big kids table for whatever that is worth. And if it is and I can get stuff done it will be because friends, Colorado ARFCOMers stood with me and us. So someone please take your free Colorado flag and take a group picture. The western spirt, the fight, the no more, not here started on the western slope. The Spurs of the Colorado recall movement came from forgotten Colorado and we reminded them we were here

.

My moving to Tennessee this summer really makes me missing this all the worse. I love Colorado with all of my heart and I "almost gave it my all" to stand with you and say "not here, not this place. Impossible, yeah we will see about that..... "

My wife and child have other needs which can not be met here and I refuse to move to the front range (and they hate my very name in Denver

). So I have to pack up and move to a gun friendly state where my son can get the education his little brain needs and my wife can practice medicine again.

I hope to leave you with C-SAEF, a statewide safety program so children in schools have a chance & are always safe. (A copy of Ohio FASTER with their help, 500 teachers already trained). But it's success is up to Colorado, website coming this weekend. All legal now and training classes coming August. Fund raising starting ASAP. It is an election year in 2016, maybe we can convince Denver our children are worth protecting.

Know I will never, ever forget Colorado (trust me it left a good dent) and my heart remains here on the western slope ...

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I remember getting lunch with you in Ouray in early 2013, and you asking those of us there "what are we going to do to stop this?" You have greatly impacted this state, and I cannot thank you enough. I know you will represent gun owners well in the NRA, and on any level you can. I will make sure to take my flag to the shoot and get a group picture for you.

Posted: 3/30/2015 2:22:23 PM EDT

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I remember getting lunch with you in Ouray in early 2013, and you asking those of us there "what are we going to do to stop this?" You have greatly impacted this state, and I cannot thank you enough. I know you will represent gun owners well in the NRA, and on any level you can. I will make sure to take my flag to the shoot and get a group picture for you.

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You all have to know that I am really bummed that I can not make this. I set my course about a year and a half ago be in Nashville at the NRA Annual meeting (happening at the same time)and taking a seat at the big kids table for whatever that is worth. And if it is and I can get stuff done it will be because friends, Colorado ARFCOMers stood with me and us. So someone please take your free Colorado flag and take a group picture. The western spirt, the fight, the no more, not here started on the western slope. The Spurs of the Colorado recall movement came from forgotten Colorado and we reminded them we were here

.

My moving to Tennessee this summer really makes me missing this all the worse. I love Colorado with all of my heart and I "almost gave it my all" to stand with you and say "not here, not this place. Impossible, yeah we will see about that..... "

My wife and child have other needs which can not be met here and I refuse to move to the front range (and they hate my very name in Denver

). So I have to pack up and move to a gun friendly state where my son can get the education his little brain needs and my wife can practice medicine again.

I hope to leave you with C-SAEF, a statewide safety program so children in schools have a chance & are always safe. (A copy of Ohio FASTER with their help, 500 teachers already trained). But it's success is up to Colorado, website coming this weekend. All legal now and training classes coming August. Fund raising starting ASAP. It is an election year in 2016, maybe we can convince Denver our children are worth protecting.

Know I will never, ever forget Colorado (trust me it left a good dent) and my heart remains here on the western slope ...

I remember getting lunch with you in Ouray in early 2013, and you asking those of us there "what are we going to do to stop this?" You have greatly impacted this state, and I cannot thank you enough. I know you will represent gun owners well in the NRA, and on any level you can. I will make sure to take my flag to the shoot and get a group picture for you.

No further words need to be said :)

Posted: 3/31/2015 10:57:44 PM EDT

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I will probably head up Friday from Arvada and camp out that night. Anyone know of any good places?

Posted: 4/1/2015 9:03:05 AM EDT

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For folks camping out, the only suggestion I would have is please don't set up camp downrange.

I threw in an photo depicting the area.

The rest of the area looked like pretty nice camping, especially up higher.

Posted: 4/1/2015 12:56:26 PM EDT

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What he said - almost. I read Mark's reply above, too. It sounds like we should be able to figure it out, Vlarg. I'd offer to carpool, but I may be going other places and will have my dogs with me.