blm weekend warriors

[SunsetIE]

Really??? You dropped a dime on fellow shooters?

I certainly did, as shooting anything that contained a flamable substance is stupid, full or otherwise. The area had long grass and scrub brush. I'm not cool with idiots starting fires, that end up CLOSING the shooting area for everyone, and making us look bad.

These guys in this situation, were shooters, but I would not consider them to be fellow anything. Think baggy pants and shirts 2 sizes too big with flatbill hats.

Guess I'm just a party pooper for not encouraging poor behavior.

[soqueljake]

guess this turned into a "careful on BLM" thread? in my opinion if you are a responsible gun owner, you consider all potential hazards while under control of your firearm, various situations come to mind. those who do not respect and appreciate their surroundings are the type of people who need not to be shooting unless under supervision as their negligence ruins our hobby/sport/job and brings unnecessary attention. but they are all good points and are always welcomed to refresh those responsibilities while on BLM land.

[NapalmCheese]

really? i always was under the impression that i could go out there because local ranges only provide minimal distance, have 3 second firing gaps, and other various strict rules. maybe thats just your opinion? do you not take a spotter when you go to shoot 1000+ yard distances? different strokes for different folks, youll never get efficient squad/team situational awareness, transitions, drills etc. by yourself in an isolated area. thats just my opinion though

Whatever it is you do, and whatever it is you think I do is irrelevant.

I go (and a lot of other people go) so as not to be close proximity to other people.

[soqueljake]

I certainly did, as shooting anything that contained a flamable substance is stupid, full or otherwise. The area had long grass and scrub brush. I'm not cool with idiots starting fires, that end up CLOSING the shooting area for everyone, and making us look bad.

Guess I'm just a party pooper for not encouraging poor behavior.

thats a valid reason to report to the authorities, could potentially cause the next bakersfield fire. also shooting at a propane tank in a dry grassy area is common sense, but then again this is the reason why they put warning labels on everything now a days

[emtmark]

Really??? You dropped a dime on fellow shooters?

When the gate is locked because people didn't call I'm rolling eyes at you. Every time I go out there (panoche), not every other or third or fourth times every time I wish I could catch the sons of guns bringing the trash and crap out there. I dream about it, blow out candles and wish for it, a blood sacrifice to see them bent over picking up their own filth. See them get cut, their vehicles get damaged and pay their own dump fee's. Your damn right I'd drop a dime. If they look approachable I might consider approaching them but there are people we pay to do that job. The lesson might stick a little longer when the teeth of enforcement making nip.


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[soqueljake]

Whatever it is you do, and whatever it is you think I do is irrelevant.

I go (and a lot of other people go) so as not to be close proximity to other people.

i dont think your grasping the point of this post, im not trying to hold a starbucks meet and greet, just trying to see if some other individuals would like to go ring sttel or something of the variance. i could care less what you or anyone else does out on blm land, there is tens of thousands of acres to do whatever you want

[musick]

Really??? You dropped a dime on fellow shooters?

We are our own worst enemy.

Leave No Trace is a pretty standard guideline followed by offroaders, hikers and campers. Sport shooters should not be exempt. If we wish to continue using public land for our recreation we all better pitch in to take care of 'em which includes politely, respectfully educating those who are abusing it. It is an extremely rare event that requires more than some polite dialogue to remedy a situation - at least in my experience.

The majority of problems stem from ignorance, not maliciousness.

[GW]

Really??? You dropped a dime on fellow shooters?

Fellow shooter?
If they're doing stupid, dangerous **** like that you bet.
Those morons start a fire and it'll be one more excuse to close land down for shooting.
MY fellow shooters are responsible. Not redneck sign-blasters.

[NapalmCheese]

i dont think your grasping the point of this post, im not trying to hold a starbucks meet and greet, just trying to see if some other individuals would like to go ring sttel or something of the variance. i could care less what you or anyone else does out on blm land, there is tens of thousands of acres to do whatever you want

Good luck with your meet and greet.

[toiletfighter]

Really??? You dropped a dime on fellow shooters?

I would have done the same. I live in the foothills east of Sac where over the last few years we've had two public areas closed and other well known spots now policed more heavily, all due to people acting like morons and trashing the area. Being public land it's not my place to dictate who uses it, but I will do my best to weed out the losers that continually keep f*****g things up for locals and responsible shooters who travel here as well.

OP, I live within minutes of a few great spots, but instead drive over an hour to Nevada twice monthly to shoot on BLM land north of Reno. Usually with a group who wants an environment devoid of other shooters and not to be dictated by range schedules or specific range rules that restrict rapid fire, drawing from a holster, mag changes, etc. I usually avoid ranges, indoor or outdoor, unless I need to zero an optic in a pinch or attend a class.

The best advice I can give you about BLM land shooting, besides respect the land and the people around you, is to get first aid training. Shooting alone or in BFE without some knowledge and a kit isn't a good idea, just my opinion.

[Inkman]

OP, I live within minutes of a few great spots, but instead drive over an hour to Nevada twice monthly to shoot on BLM land north of Reno. Usually with a group who wants an environment devoid of other shooters and not to be dictated by range schedules or specific range rules that restrict rapid fire, drawing from a holster, mag changes, etc. I usually avoid ranges, indoor or outdoor, unless I need to zero an optic in a pinch or attend a class.

The best advice I can give you about BLM land shooting, besides respect the land and the people around you, is to get first aid training. Shooting alone or in BFE without some knowledge and a kit isn't a good idea, just my opinion.

Man, feels like i wrote that myself.

No BLM land near me but i do drive to Nv to shoot out in BFE. Yes, it's a good 4 hrs drive but well worth it.

Al

[Bansh88]

This thread highlights the #1 rule of outdoor shooting: NEVER give up your spot. (assuming you find a good one)

[soqueljake]

and this is why i avoid forums, lol

[soqueljake]

I would have done the same. I live in the foothills east of Sac where over the last few years we've had two public areas closed and other well known spots now policed more heavily, all due to people acting like morons and trashing the area. Being public land it's not my place to dictate who uses it, but I will do my best to weed out the losers that continually keep f*****g things up for locals and responsible shooters who travel here as well.

OP, I live within minutes of a few great spots, but instead drive over an hour to Nevada twice monthly to shoot on BLM land north of Reno. Usually with a group who wants an environment devoid of other shooters and not to be dictated by range schedules or specific range rules that restrict rapid fire, drawing from a holster, mag changes, etc. I usually avoid ranges, indoor or outdoor, unless I need to zero an optic in a pinch or attend a class.

The best advice I can give you about BLM land shooting, besides respect the land and the people around you, is to get first aid training. Shooting alone or in BFE without some knowledge and a kit isn't a good idea, just my opinion.

i take my plate carrier everywhere and has an IFAK attached, ive been hit with riccochet/shrapnel but not in a severe matter. id love to cross borders into nevada but im too far to validate that drive, i wish i could just move there though

[emtmark]

There are a few threads about panache if you surf around


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