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Title: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: zippz on December 10, 2013, 07:42:53 PM
DO NOT CALL THE MARINE CORPS RANGE CONTROL ABOUT GENERAL PUBLIC USE OF PUULOA!!!!!   This was a Puuloa Club sponsored event. 

UPDATE:  PUULOA RIFLE RANGE IS A GO FOR SATURDAY DECEMBER 21st.

Read the guide and info sheet attached.

Zippz and myself will be in charge of the rifle range on that day.
Plan to have range hot at 9:00 AM and last shot at 11:45 AM on Dec. 21 (Saturday)
Be there by 8:15 AM for sign in, range brief, orientation.
There will be a fee to pay for the guards and supplies, around $10.
We are guests of the Marine Corps. proper attire and behavior will be enforced. No smoking or tobacco on the range.
Calibers limited 30/06 in caliber and ballistics.
No rapid firing i.e. mag dumps
More to be briefed at the range.
Required items:
•   Eye protection
•   Ear protection
•   Water
•   Open bolt indicator

The open shoot will be like Kokohead where shooters will be responsible for setting up and spotting their own targets. Paper targets only. Silhouettes are allowed. You will be utilizing club target frames so bring stapler, tape or spray glue tape for fastening targets to the frame.
We plan to shoot starting from the 100 yard line to the 200 yard line within the time allotted.

Remember it is a bit of a walk, there is no cover and no benches so bring the appropriate gear. i.e. good spotting scope, range cart.

Safety rules and procedures will be briefed and enforced. Everyone is a safety officer. If you violate it you will not get yelled at like Kokohead but will be removed from the range.

PM Ren with your name, email address, & phone number if you are committed to attending. I will consolidate into an email distro list.

Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Sturmgeschutz on December 10, 2013, 08:23:04 PM
I would be interested .... I shoot a collection of vintage battle rifles
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Dolomite on December 10, 2013, 08:23:31 PM
Sure if I'm off I'll be there....
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ImKu on December 10, 2013, 09:08:16 PM
Definitely interested.  I would bring at least 2 others too.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: talula on December 10, 2013, 09:09:53 PM
Count me in.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: s15project on December 10, 2013, 11:08:49 PM
Would be limited to .308 or 30-06?
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: macsak on December 10, 2013, 11:10:53 PM
Would be limited to .308 or 30-06?

i like the way you think...
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 10, 2013, 11:11:11 PM
Roger, limited to max ballistics and caliber of a 30-06.  I'll try and gather a few more people and start the coordination.  I have to find another volunteer to help me run the range.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: macsak on December 10, 2013, 11:12:16 PM
Roger, limited to max ballistics and caliber of a 30-06.  I'll try and gather a few more people and start the coordination.  I have to find another volunteer to help me run the range.

that's an awesome offer, zipp
i hope it works out
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: s15project on December 10, 2013, 11:18:20 PM
Anyone ever shot .22lr at 200 yards there?  With the winds there would that be safe?  Don't want to be flying rounds all over downrange.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Teichi on December 11, 2013, 12:03:01 AM
Anyone ever shot .22lr at 200 yards there?  With the winds there would that be safe?  Don't want to be flying rounds all over downrange.
Not allowed at the big ranges.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ren on December 11, 2013, 10:16:23 AM
What dates are you looking at?
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: jimsaloha on December 11, 2013, 12:16:09 PM
I'm very interested. :shaka:
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Fabtek94 on December 11, 2013, 12:24:29 PM
Im in! :popcorn:
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 11, 2013, 12:43:04 PM
I'm still working the planning and coordination for the range.  I'm looking at Saturday December 21st 8am-12pm.  Most likely will keep it as a simple recreational fire day shooting at the 100 and 200 yard lines shooting from any position and optics, bipods, etc..  Can save the longer distances for future dates.  Bring your own paper/silhouette targets if you want.  Rifles 30-06 and below.

I still have to reserve the range, get the club pres blessing,  and some other resources.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: causa mortis on December 11, 2013, 03:17:34 PM
Do you have to be active military, LE, or know someone to get access?
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 11, 2013, 04:10:43 PM
Do you have to be active military, LE, or know someone to get access?

No. 

However military get a cheaper fee and can become club members easier.  Civilians can become club members, but there is a waiting list as we can only take on so many at a time.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: WCMTWS on December 12, 2013, 12:17:05 AM
So this on arfcom, count me in as interested as well.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Heavies on December 12, 2013, 01:50:38 PM
Ill come out, if i dont have to work, run pits or whatever. Like to zero my hunting rifle... 
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ren on December 12, 2013, 04:14:21 PM
run pits or whatever. Like to zero my hunting rifle...
I proposed no pit service. Shooters will set up their own targets, spot for themselves and clean up after themselves - like Kokohead. That way we have more time shooting and can accommodate more shooters.I suggested starting at 100 yards for about 15-20 min shooting time then about 10 mins for target repairs for about two iterations then head back to 200 - repeat till noon. If it does materialize shooters will be responsible for bringing their own targets, staple gun or spray glue to affix to target frames, a good spotting scope, water and food plus any other supplies they need. Again just like shooting at Kokohead. Since this is a .mil range silhouettes may be permitted.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: dirsh on December 12, 2013, 04:15:43 PM
Ahh
Need to build/buy a 308

Anybody wanna buy an AR? Lol
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Sturmgeschutz on December 12, 2013, 04:26:03 PM
Ahh
Need to build/buy a 308

Anybody wanna buy an AR? Lol


Buy a Mosin
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 12, 2013, 05:15:38 PM
Pretty much what Ren said.  Just waiting for the proper clearances to run the range.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: Heavies on December 12, 2013, 07:12:50 PM
I proposed no pit service. Shooters will set up their own targets, spot for themselves and clean up after themselves - like Kokohead. That way we have more time shooting and can accommodate more shooters.I suggested starting at 100 yards for about 15-20 min shooting time then about 10 mins for target repairs for about two iterations then head back to 200 - repeat till noon. If it does materialize shooters will be responsible for bringing their own targets, staple gun or spray glue to affix to target frames, a good spotting scope, water and food plus any other supplies they need. Again just like shooting at Kokohead. Since this is a .mil range silhouettes may be permitted.

Sounds good
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ImKu on December 12, 2013, 08:50:54 PM
I proposed no pit service. Shooters will set up their own targets, spot for themselves and clean up after themselves - like Kokohead. That way we have more time shooting and can accommodate more shooters.I suggested starting at 100 yards for about 15-20 min shooting time then about 10 mins for target repairs for about two iterations then head back to 200 - repeat till noon. If it does materialize shooters will be responsible for bringing their own targets, staple gun or spray glue to affix to target frames, a good spotting scope, water and food plus any other supplies they need. Again just like shooting at Kokohead. Since this is a .mil range silhouettes may be permitted.

The target stands at Pu'uloa are huge in comparison to the standard kokohead target stand.  Just a thought, to make the shooting times longer as we can put up way more paper targets.

I like these:  http://www.stormtactical.com/stu.htm (http://www.stormtactical.com/stu.htm)
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 16, 2013, 08:28:00 AM
Still trying to work the range.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: bparages on December 16, 2013, 09:41:01 AM
Im in! Did a few family day shoots with my cousin Abreu there, was awesome! I would like to help out in anyway..supplies, water drinks, clean up..
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: macsak on December 16, 2013, 09:47:29 AM
Sorry guys, I was not able to get the Puuloa range for us to use for rifle fire.  Range is not available that weekend.  I'll post again if I'm successful in getting another date in the future.

The next official scheduled Puuloa Club rifle practice is on January 19th.   www.puuloa.com (http://www.puuloa.com).

mahalo for your efforts, zippz
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 16, 2013, 11:22:53 AM
Disregard my last message, still working it again.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: macsak on December 16, 2013, 11:27:24 AM
Disregard my last message, still working it again.

you da man, zipp
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ren on December 16, 2013, 12:26:20 PM
Rifle shooting appears to be a GO at this point with a need for one beach guard and maybe a qualified medic/EMT.
With that in mind Zippz and myself will be in charge of the rifle range on that day.
Key things to remember if this event goes forward:
Plan to have range hot at 8:00 AM and last shot at 11:45 AM on Dec. 21 (Saturday)
Be there by 7:15 AM for sign in, range brief, orientation.
We are guests of the Marine Corps. proper attire and behavior will be enforced. No smoking or tobacco on the range.
Calibers limited to .223, 308 win and 30/06.
No rapid firing i.e. mag dumps
More to be briefed at the range.
Required items:
•   Eye protection
•   Ear protection
•   Water
•   Open bolt indicator


The open shoot will be like Kokohead where shooters will be responsible for setting up and spotting their own targets. Paper targets only. Silhouettes are allowed. You will be utilizing club target frames so bring stapler, tape or spray glue tape for fastening targets to the frame.
We plan to shoot starting from the 100 yard line to the 200 yard line within the time allotted.

Remember it is a bit of a walk, there is no cover and no benches so bring the appropriate gear. i.e. good spotting scope, range cart.

Safety rules and procedures will be briefed and enforced. Everyone is a safety officer. If you violate it you will not get yelled at like Kokohead but will be removed from the range.

PM with an email address me if you are committed to attending. I will consolidate into an email distro list.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: ren on December 16, 2013, 04:26:16 PM
updated. Mods please move to event section. Thanks :shaka:
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range usage
Post by: zippz on December 16, 2013, 06:10:59 PM
PUULOA RIFLE RANGE IS A GO FOR SATURDAY DECEMBER 21st. I'LL POST A GUIDE AND MAP later.

Correction to below, Be there by 8:15am and range will go hot at 9am


Rifle shooting appears to be a GO at this point with a need for one beach guard and maybe a qualified medic/EMT.
With that in mind Zippz and myself will be in charge of the rifle range on that day.
Key things to remember if this event goes forward:
Plan to have range hot at 8:00 AM and last shot at 11:45 AM on Dec. 21 (Saturday)
Be there by 7:15 AM for sign in, range brief, orientation.
We are guests of the Marine Corps. proper attire and behavior will be enforced. No smoking or tobacco on the range.
Calibers limited to .223, 308 win and 30/06.
No rapid firing i.e. mag dumps
More to be briefed at the range.
Required items:
•   Eye protection
•   Ear protection
•   Water
•   Open bolt indicator


The open shoot will be like Kokohead where shooters will be responsible for setting up and spotting their own targets. Paper targets only. Silhouettes are allowed. You will be utilizing club target frames so bring stapler, tape or spray glue tape for fastening targets to the frame.
We plan to shoot starting from the 100 yard line to the 200 yard line within the time allotted.

Remember it is a bit of a walk, there is no cover and no benches so bring the appropriate gear. i.e. good spotting scope, range cart.

Safety rules and procedures will be briefed and enforced. Everyone is a safety officer. If you violate it you will not get yelled at like Kokohead but will be removed from the range.

PM with an email address me if you are committed to attending. I will consolidate into an email distro list.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: zippz on December 16, 2013, 08:22:03 PM
Please see the guide for whats going to happen on Saturday.  As far as rifle calibers go, think it's okay as long as it's not a 22lr, and not exceed 30-06 in caliber and ballistics.  There will be a fee, probably around $10 to pay for the guards and supplies.  Depends on how many shooters we get.

There are no benches or shade, you can stand and shoot or go prone in the dirt.  You will do a lot of walking so dress comfortably.  Also pack light since you have to carry everything with you.

PM Ren with your name, email, & phone # if you will be attending so we know whos coming.

Also you do not need a car decal or pass or inspections to get on to the range.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: zippz on December 18, 2013, 06:41:23 AM
Information sheet for saturday's practice.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: ren on December 18, 2013, 07:46:43 PM
I'd like to emphasize that if you don't PM me by Thursday 9pm DO NOT SHOW UP.
This is not a just-show-up-and-shoot event. I need to have some control/management of the shooters as we are guests. No spectators. No pets.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: Dolomite on December 18, 2013, 08:25:14 PM
If it's rains does the event close?
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: ren on December 18, 2013, 09:11:36 PM
If it's rains does the event close?
We've shot throughout the rain until the targets either can't be seen or they fall off from the rain. If the weather is extremely bad or the Marines tell us otherwise, we plan to shoot. Last I read the forecast, it will rain till Friday. Haven't seen the weekend forecast yet. Please prepare for inclement weather. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: zippz on December 19, 2013, 02:47:36 PM
Weekend is clear and cool.  We'd shoot in the rain until the targets fall off anyways.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: ren on December 21, 2013, 03:02:03 PM
Thanks to zippz and the range staff. Great day, slight rain. Good to meet fellow 2A-ers.
 I learned something new today. A taller front sight base is denoted by an "F" mark on the left side of the housing (view from the rear of rifle), not on the right. The markings on the right denote forge marks. I was shooting 20" high with my standard service rifle load in my new A4 service rifle upper because I thought I had a tall FSB.
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: zippz on December 21, 2013, 04:22:05 PM
We had a good turnout today, ran pretty smooth and everyone got a chance to get some rifle practice in.  And also learn tips from our senior shooters.

(http://yukutake.smugmug.com/Shared/Forums/i-p7Cs4gV/0/M/IMG_20131221_094324-M.jpg)

And another thing...
DO NOT CALL THE MARINE CORPS RANGE CONTROL ABOUT GENERAL PUBLIC USE OF PUULOA!!!!!   This was a Puuloa Club sponsored event. 
Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: Heavies on December 21, 2013, 06:44:03 PM
More PICS.... :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :shaka: :shaka: :shaka:



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Title: Re: Puuloa rifle range REC FIRE DEC 21st IS A GO
Post by: Dolomite on December 21, 2013, 07:17:42 PM
 I missed out....