This place has died

[Phat Daddy]

R.I.P. to the Riverside Chapter. Ever since SP and Deliverance went away so did this section. Is everyone finding new hobbies or is shooting just talking a backseat now?

[desertrider]

Apathy killed this chapter.

I've always felt that the only reason the Riverside Chapter had traffic at all was because of the lost souls searching the web for free locations to shoot and then stumbling across calguns and the SP thread.

Just look at the ungodly number of views that thread had.

Most people who ended up at SP were not and probably would never become enthusiasts with any interest in preserving our shooting spots or willing to invest the time in becoming productive members of the shooting community.

Don't get me wrong, there were many enthusiasts who frequented SP, but we definitely didn't constitute the majority.

Someone step up and suggest a get together at Riverside Magnum Range or RISR and I'll show up.

[ocabj]

Since 2002, all the ranges I go to are not in Riverside

[retired]

Since 2002, all the ranges I go to are not in Riverside

Are you aware that RISR is fairly new, has two separate, enclosed 10 lane ranges plus an archery range. It is actually a nice facility and altho I haven't been there for a couple of years we used to have shoots there often. Just thought I'd provide that info in case you weren't aware of it.

[KaLiFORNIA]

I think the new laws are discouraging everyone, I often check this section.

[Calico1404]

Waiting for someone like you to take the lead and revive it.

[Bigtls1]

I used to shoot at Steele Peak before it got popular and stopped once I got a membership to a club.

I still shoot plenty, mostly at competitions, but not in Riverside County.

[retired]

Waiting for someone like you to take the lead and revive it.

Whom are you referring to. I realize it's not me, but I have no idea who you mean. Thanks.

[desertrider]

Waiting for someone like you to take the lead and revive it.

Whom are you referring to. I realize it's not me, but I have no idea who you mean. Thanks.

I'm guessing it was a general request for anyone watching this thread who may be inclined to motivate and organize viewers into an active gathering.

I severely lack that kind of charisma and likability.

[retired]

I don't lack it, but being a mod and organizing/coordinating booths at two Rod Runs (I began/organized our booth at Raahauge's Sports Fair for about 9 years but no more) is enough at this point. I'm recuperating from surgery #18 anyway, so no shooting or even driving for awhile.

I'm hoping to be well enough to go to the Zombie Shoot. I'll be recovered from this one completely, but a probable knee replacement might interfere with that. I hope not as I would be taking 2 of my grandsons and they are really looking forward to that.

Hopefully someone will step up. If someone is interested they should contact pennys dad in case the position becomes available.

[desertrider]

I don't lack it, but being a mod and organizing/coordinating booths at two Rod Runs (I began/organized our booth at Raahauge's Sports Fair for about 9 years but no more) is enough at this point. I'm recuperating from surgery #18 anyway, so no shooting or even driving for awhile.

In all honesty, I don't lack it either, but those traits are wired to a switch I prefer to keep in the OFF position.

Eighteen surgeries? Sir, with all due respect, you need to find a new hobby.

I prefer to limit my encounters with the surgery room to as few as I can.

[pennys dad]

Do you'all think its worth looking for a new chapter team?

[desertrider]

I know that purer00r was an active and motivating ambassador for the Riverside chapter. He organized several shoots at RMR.

I don't know if he ever lived in Riverside, but I'm pretty sure he works at RMR in Rancho. Can't really blame him for having a life, especially if he's commuting to Riverside for events and having low/inconsistent attendance. BTW, I'm guilty of not showing up for hardly any. I'm not a fan of indoor ranges, but I still go a few times a year.

[retired]

In all honesty, I don't lack it either, but those traits are wired to a switch I prefer to keep in the OFF position.

Eighteen surgeries? Sir, with all due respect, you need to find a new hobby.

I prefer to limit my encounters with the surgery room to as few as I can.

My wife has had 28. She only had one when I met her and that was a Caesarean. She blames me for the others since they all have occurred since knowing me. With the exception of two more Caesareans, most are orthopedic in nature. 8 of mine are work related from le, which is atypical for most of the deputies on the dept. I believe.

BTW, I have the same preference as you when it comes to surgery, unfortunately, life had another idea.

Do you'all think its worth looking for a new chapter team?

Yes.

[purer00r]

Sorry I havent had the chance to set things up like I was in the past, my schedule and other things have prohibited me from doing so. Low attendance was a major factor, I dont have weekends off or even Fridays....so those days are a bust for me. What we can do is combine the SB and Riverside again and make the SB monthly shoot even better. Might not be ideal for all but it is a suggestion, SB monthly's have been decent but could always use more. If we do, then we could reach out to more than just Riverside CG members. Last month they had a couple that were from Camarillo... LMK if any would be interested in that idea?