Project Appleseed is back in the Bay Area! Is your 10/22 setup?

[-aK-]

I'm excited that Project Appleseed is back in the Bay!
USI in Concord on Oct 29-30.

https://appleseedinfo.org/schedulemap/

This event is structured with 10/22 (read: cheap ammo) in mind. As a discussion on how to setup your rifle in order to attend a Project Appleseed event. Allow me to make some suggestions and also ask some questions.

Are you going?
Have you ever been?

Beginners are welcome! and, non-beginners will be challenged!
Appleseed will rekindle the American Spirit in all of us. You will also learn about American Revolutionary war history and your American Heritage.

I've heard people (always from someone who hasn't attended) say something like "aww thats a kids program."
If you have been to an AS event, please chime in and tell everyone if you think its a "kid's program" Personally, I was humbled my first time.
What rifle did you bring? Did you change anything after attending?

For those of you who will be joining us in October at USI in Concord, let's discuss your rifle setup. Do you have your rifle setup?

A 10/22 is a great way to go, and I have some suggestions. Ruger platform is common, cheap, and great.
A 10/22 in dedicated AR platform is also a great way to go.
No matter what rifle you bring, anything .22-8mm is welcome. Apologies, this event will be a .22lr ONLY event. This may change in the future, as dictated by the host range.

Here are some things you will want:

Adjustable sights or a low power scope. (zero for 25 yards)
A USGI sling (or similar) and a 6 oclock mounted sling mount.
Minimum of 2 magazines.

Other things that are nice and you will want (but you can do without.)
Auto bolt release (easy upgrade for stock rugers)
Extended mag release (just easier)
Shooting mat and/or elbow pads. (comfort)
Shade and a camp chair, sunblock, water & electrolytes, snacks.
400 rounds of the same ammo (even better if your rifle likes it. 22lr is finnicky)
Extra mags and cleaning supplies.

I personally have setup a TacSol 10/22, which is a nice 10/22 in ruger platform. It has a nice parts, an auto bolt release and extended mag release. I have a cheap Leupold 3x9 on it.
I have also setup a dedicated 10/22 AR upper which is great to use as a trainer for your 556 AR pattern rifle.

Either of these would be an excellent choice!

Come awaken your inner American!

See ya out on the range!
-aK-

[WWDHD?]

I sure hope they have this program at Concord again sometime. I just can't get the time off of work to attend this time.

[polygunner]

Appleseed is definitely not a kids only program.
It's great for kids of all ages.

It's very easy to have fun and learn a whole lot about marksmanship.
It's very difficult to develop the techniques and skills to achieve a score near a perfect 250.

Reliable gear, teachable attitude, and perseverance are all required for successful weekend.

I developed this rifle over time and have used it at many Appleseeds.
A Ruger 10/22 bedded into an M-14 stock.
Tech sights front sight
M-14 NM rear sight (Sarco sells an adapter to fit the sight to the 10/22)
Turner NM leather sling
extended mag release, mag well clearanced for drop free operation
Oversized bolt handle
20" barrel
Modified bolt release.

Dial in your equipment, show up prepared and you will have fun!

My favorite rifle for Appleseed is an M-14 NM
My highest score was shot with an AR-15 NM

Your mileage may vary.

PG

[CornStrategy]

Appleseed is definitely not a kids only program.
It's great for kids of all ages.
PG

At the moment, it's an adults-only program, courtesy of AB 2571. I hope kids are able to join again soon. My son wants to go.

There's a SoCal event the week before in Rainbow. It'll be my first.

[polygunner]

At the moment, it's an adults-only program, courtesy of AB 2571. I hope kids are able to join again soon. My son wants to go.

There's a SoCal event the week before in Rainbow. It'll be my first.

I hate Ca.

PG

[speediburns]

Ahhh man. I have really been wanting to go to one of these but I have plans that weekend. Hope they try again in this area.

[-aK-]

At the moment, it's an adults-only program, courtesy of AB 2571. I hope kids are able to join again soon. My son wants to go.

There's a SoCal event the week before in Rainbow. It'll be my first.

I do not advertise Appleseed events.
I do not advertise or promote to minors.
I follow all laws, even when I disagree with them. Heck I even wear my seatbelt.

Having said that. And, I'm not a lawyer, not giving law advice, just a law abiding man that stayed at a holiday inn last night.

It is my understanding that law (in my opinion a violation of 1A rights) prohibits the advertising to minors of firearms related products or the use of. It doesn't prohibit minors to use or buy those products.

In other words, I can teach a minor firearm safety or marksmanship still, I can not advertise or promote to a minor to come and learn firearm safety or marksmanship.

As usual the CA lawmakers have heads up asses.

If I am wrong about that please correct me.

See ya'll out on the range, and be safe,
-aK-

[-aK-]

Appleseed is definitely not a kids only program.
It's great for kids of all ages.

It's very easy to have fun and learn a whole lot about marksmanship.
It's very difficult to develop the techniques and skills to achieve a score near a perfect 250.

Reliable gear, teachable attitude, and perseverance are all required for successful weekend.

I developed this rifle over time and have used it at many Appleseeds.
A Ruger 10/22 bedded into an M-14 stock.
Tech sights front sight
M-14 NM rear sight (Sarco sells an adapter to fit the sight to the 10/22)
Turner NM leather sling
extended mag release, mag well clearanced for drop free operation
Oversized bolt handle
20" barrel
Modified bolt release.

Dial in your equipment, show up prepared and you will have fun!

My favorite rifle for Appleseed is an M-14 NM
My highest score was shot with an AR-15 NM

Your mileage may vary.

PG

100%!

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My 10/22 is totally not set up for appleseed, and my 39m is not ideal, but I'll be bringing both and figuring it out. Looking forward to the event!

[Vinnie Boombatz]

Would this rifle be appropriate?

CZ 457 American with a Leupold 3-9 x33 EFR scope and Montana sling that's been zeroed to 25 yards. Have (4) 5-round mags, and would consider picking up some 10-round mags if necessary.

I'd love to attend this event.

[-aK-]

Would this rifle be appropriate?

CZ 457 American with a Leupold 3-9 x33 EFR scope and Montana sling that's been zeroed to 25 yards. Have (4) 5-round mags, and would consider picking up some 10-round mags if necessary.

I'd love to attend this event.

Yessir, it absolutely will and that is a beautiful rifle.

I don't personally have experience with the montana sling. Can you make a loop sling with it?

I would suggest to also get a backup USGI sling for the event. They are cheap. Less than $15. Then you can try either or both.

Ten round mags are not a necessity to attend.

[-aK-]

My 10/22 is totally not set up for appleseed, and my 39m is not ideal, but I'll be bringing both and figuring it out. Looking forward to the event!

Excellent! There is plenty of time to get it setup.

[Vinnie Boombatz]

Given I only have a few 5-round mags for my rifle and the class calls for 400 rounds over the two days, do you recommend buying more mags? I’m just wondering if there’s enough time between drills and what not to be able to keep up in the class with only a few 5-round mags.

I just ordered a shooting mat and have everything else already that was recommended above and have been to a fair amount of classes, but never to a Project Appleseed event. Have no idea the structure/format.

[ARFrog]

[M76]

As usual the CA lawmakers have heads up asses.

If I am wrong about that please correct me.