Another great shoot has come and gone and would you believe we’re already thru HALF OUR SHOOTING SEASON

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j0362860 gazette

Newsletter of the zen shootists

Serving SASS Cowboy Action Shooters since 1998

September 2009

September 12^th, what a beautiful day to shoot! We had 30 shooters including one new shooter and another as a potential new member. Although showers had been predicted,

they passed before we arrived at the range. The clouds cleared and we enjoyed a warm

late summer day.

With the end of our shooting season coming all too near and too quick, I can’t help but think of next year. After the October shoot and the Turkey shoot the following week, we must look to our winter social and our monthly get togethers at an eating establishment.

As years end approaches and my tenure as club president nears its end I think of who, how and what. I’ve enjoyed my time as president however it’s time for new blood and fresh ideas. I have had lots of help and it was much appreciated. Several people wrote and designed stages over my time, including Coyote Kid, Cherokee Bandit, and Marshall Morris with the help of Miss Kitty. While all of the aforementioned did a great job I believe it is unfair to expect the same people to continue year after year.

While it is helpful to be an ROII to write stages I don’t believe it is mandatory. It would however be necessary to have input and help from an ROII in setting targets and props.

I’ve heard it said “who wrote this??” Whether it be in fun or real, one should not criticize unless you are willing to step up and try it yourself. It’s not as easy as you might suspect.

There are only so many ways you can shoot the same targets with the same guns! I know

Harold and Sandy worked hard to try something new every shoot. Although I never saw any built in procedurals I certainly got my share, so in my opinion stages were certainly challenging.

All I’m asking is think about the coming election in January and consider holding office, stage writing and assisting in match preparation. Targets don’t move themselves and magically appear the morning of the shoot freshly painted. I know I probably haven’t asked you for help, maybe that’s my fault, but there is nothing wrong with volunteering. Even if you make a mistake, you can’t get fired, so jump right in. I’ve heard it said “We ride a good horse to death.” Please think about it.