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Got to meet a fellow AR member
26 January 2017, 04:24
martGot to meet a fellow AR member
I had the privilege of having lunch with a fellow AR member today. Dirklawyer turned out to be a fine gentleman, fellow shooter and hunter and a brother in Christ. It was an honor and privilege to share a meal with him and get to know one another.
Dirk, I look forward to more such opportunities. Thank you for a fine meal and fine fellowship.
"...I advise the gun. While this gives a moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprize, and independance to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks." Thomas Jefferson
26 January 2017, 07:54
ldmay375Having met Dirk a few years ago, I will 2nd that Dirk is a pleasure. As is Phil which introduced us. Both are exceptional company.
26 January 2017, 08:40
AntlersDirk is a good, honorable man, a brother in the Lord, a friend, and a fine hunting partner.
For me anyway, there are few folk that make that list.
Antlers
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26 January 2017, 09:49
FourtyonesixYou wasilla fellas what churches do you attend? I see some mention of brothers in Christ here.
26 January 2017, 10:16
martI attend First Baptist Palmer.
"...I advise the gun. While this gives a moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprize, and independance to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks." Thomas Jefferson
27 January 2017, 21:28
kk alaskaBoth Dirk and Mart are great guys and fellow lefties!
kk alaska
28 January 2017, 02:05
FrostbitCould be a weird question but.....who would attend a meet and greet of Alaskan AR members if one was hosted?
I've enjoyed meeting AR'ers at the double rifle shoots Cal and O-Bob have organized.
Cheers
Jim
28 January 2017, 04:21
justanotherhunterI'd be interested in that FrostBit.
28 January 2017, 04:50
Frostbitquote:
Originally posted by justanotherhunter:
I'd be interested in that FrostBit.
Call me Jim, let's see who else interested.
28 January 2017, 05:21
Antlersquote:
Originally posted by Frostbit:
Could be a weird question but.....who would attend a meet and greet of Alaskan AR members if one was hosted?
I've enjoyed meeting AR'ers at the double rifle shoots Cal and O-Bob have organized.
Cheers
Jim
I'd be up for that, but live in Juneau so would need some lag time. Would love to attend the DR shoots, but the spring one has always conflicted with brown bear hunts...
Antlers
Double Rifle Shooters Society
Heym 450/400 3"
28 January 2017, 06:26
waterratIf possible I'd be there.
I tend to use more than enough gun
29 January 2017, 01:13
kk alaskaSame here if its in SC AK
kk alaska
29 January 2017, 01:57
FrostbitWell,
Maybe some time in late March or early April I can host something at my house in Anchorage.
We can revisit this topic with a separate thread later.
Cheers
Jim
29 January 2017, 02:57
martIf I'm not on the slope I'd be there.
"...I advise the gun. While this gives a moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprize, and independance to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks." Thomas Jefferson
01 February 2017, 05:37
HughiamGreat Idea! Im in Palmer.
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01 February 2017, 05:51
dirklawyerThanks Marty and other AR-AK members for the kind words, If the dates line up with my schedule sounds like a great time, only conflict in my schedule would be 3/8-3/19, will be in Dutch those dates.
"An individual with experience is never at the mercies of an individual with an argument"
01 February 2017, 10:29
Frostbitquote:
Originally posted by mart:
If I'm not on the slope I'd be there.
Are you on regular 2 & 2? What your R&R dates for April?
Cheers
Jim
01 February 2017, 10:30
FrostbitI know it will be impossible for everyone to be available for a particular date so I'll likely pick one and see how lucky we get. Being blissfully retired I have little timing issues.
Cheers
Jim
01 February 2017, 10:36
cal pappasGents:
Why not hold it the PM of May 6 to coinside with the double shoot? Folks can attend the shoot if they want or just come to the AR reunion. Those at the shoot can come to the AR reunion if they wish.
Shortly after the shoot will be a get together at PaulArd's house in Acnhorage. Maybe this all can be coordinated into one event (if you wish, that is).
Cal
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01 February 2017, 22:00
FourtyonesixI'll be out shaking hands with Alaska's
Brown bears may 6 hopefully....I'll tell them you guys said hi!
02 February 2017, 01:48
Frostbitquote:
Originally posted by Fourtyonesix:
I'll be out shaking hands with Alaska's
Brown bears may 6 hopefully....I'll tell them you guys said hi!
Sounds like Anters has the same timing issue for a May date. Perhaps something in April at my place and then Cal's idea of a get together after the double shoot.
Thoughts Gents?
Cheers
Jim
03 February 2017, 05:48
justanotherhunterBoth sound good to me, personally.
04 February 2017, 03:31
martquote:
Originally posted by Frostbit:
quote:
Originally posted by mart:
If I'm not on the slope I'd be there.
Are you on regular 2 & 2? What your R&R dates for April?
Cheers
Jim
I work a three and three schedule. My R&R in April is from 4/12 to 5/2. Most of that will probably be spent in NY helping my Dad get his stuff together for an auction. He is a widower now (my step mom passed this last fall) and he is going to move to a senior apartment.
"...I advise the gun. While this gives a moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprize, and independance to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks." Thomas Jefferson
04 February 2017, 04:07
Hughiamwhat about something in the evening around the time of the Great Alaskan Outdoor Show?
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04 February 2017, 21:17
mlfgunsDR. Dirk is a friend and a gentleman of the first order.
06 February 2017, 06:27
Antlersquote:
Originally posted by Frostbit:
quote:
Originally posted by Fourtyonesix:
I'll be out shaking hands with Alaska's
Brown bears may 6 hopefully....I'll tell them you guys said hi!
Sounds like Anters has the same timing issue for a May date. Perhaps something in April at my place and then Cal's idea of a get together after the double shoot.
Thoughts Gents?
Cheers
Jim
I hope to be unavailable in early May as well; at least an April date would give me a chance.
Antlers
Double Rifle Shooters Society
Heym 450/400 3"
11 February 2017, 21:13
dirklawyerJim, I will most likely be bear hunting with my son latter part of April or first week of May. I would be available weekend of April 1-2, 8-9.
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15 February 2017, 21:51
Hughiam 3/30-4/2
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17 February 2017, 05:47
Alaska HunterWild Sheep Foundation Alaska Chapter dinner is April 8th.
How many going to that?
21 February 2017, 23:19
ROSCOEdon't let Dirk get his hands too close to your neck...dude cracked mine and I swear I felt it in my toes.
felt like Gumby afterwards though!
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