!!!!!!FCNC protocol per Desert Sharpshooters!!!!!!!

[Warren Dean]

All, here is the protocol we who are shooting the FCNC will be required to follow per the Desert Sharpshooters:

2020 NRA F-Class Long Range National Championships Hello All, As mentioned in a previous email, we have had to implement several measures for the 2020 F-Class Nationals due to COVID-19. The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is owned by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, a state government agency. Therefore, all state and local guidelines and measures regarding COVID-19 must be followed on the property. Unfortunately, the local guidelines include a mask mandate, among other measures. We were hoping for the measures to be relaxed as the Nationals grew closer, but that is not the case. The COVID-19 measures that must be implemented during the match are below. We would also like to remind shooters that if they are feeling sick or have any symptoms to please not come to the range, and notify us immediately at fclassnationals@gmail.com. Thanks, Desert Sharpshooters COVID-19 measures for the 2020 F-Class Nationals include: -Reduce the total # of entries to 180. -Use every other target for a total of 45 targets. -Food and drinks, including water, will NOT be provided or for sale. -Only one person pulling a target. -Wearing a mask/face cover is required when 6 feet social distancing cannot be obtained, which includes: Using the restroom. During all team matches, except the shooters. Only the shooter and coach will be permitted on the firing line. All other team members must be 6 feet from the shooter and coach. On the people movers traveling to and from the pits. Walking up/down the ramps/stairs at the 1000 yard line, or traveling to or from one’s assigned firing point. -No banquet dinners. -Award ceremony will be held each day on the firing line, with shooters in the parking lot social distancing. -While scoring, the scorer will be at least 6 feet from the shooter. -Shooters on the firing line will set up on each side of their assigned target marker with 6 feet separating them. -Shooters not pulling targets, scoring, or shooting must remain off of the firing line and in their vehicles or socially distancing in the parking lot. -Only the scoring and shooting relays will be permitted on the firing line. During pit changes, the previous scoring and shooting relays must vacate the firing line before the next scoring and shooting relays approach the firing line. -All scores and squadding will be posted online. Those with no access to the internet can obtain their squadding on the bulletin boards on the east and west side of the building. Only one person will be permitted to be at the bulletin board at a time. -No one is permitted to enter the Berger Building. -Refunds will be given to those that wish to not participate in the event. Failure of individuals to follow any of the above guidelines may result in disqualification and being asked to leave. If we do not comply with these regulations, we risk the Ben Avery Shooting Facility canceling the event without prior notice.

 

[Rope2horns]

Thanks for posting Warren.

 

[Dessert]

AZ Mid Range starts tomorrow, does anyone know what the protocol is for that?

 

[Warren Dean]

AZ Mid Range starts tomorrow, does anyone know what the protocol is for that?

You can bet it will be the same. AZGFD takes this seriously and I am sure the above protocol is in place for any and all competitions.

 

[Warren Dean]

Thanks for posting Warren.

Anything for you, buddy. See you in Phoenix.

 

[Monte F]

Going to miss the brat for lunch every day. Need to bring plenty of snacks and water each day to avoid dehydration.

 

[Warren Dean]

Going to miss the brat for lunch every day. Need to bring plenty of snacks and water each day to avoid dehydration.

GREAT advice.

 

[Ringostar]

Yes, remember your balony sandwich, and also remember, no beer afterwards. That started a couple years ago.

 

[skibar_tx]

You better pray for cooler weather. If it is 100 degrees I will be wearing my new Speedo bathing suit when I shoot. Most of my competition will be throwing up!

 

[Monte F]

Thank goodness that is not in the forecast!

 

[Ron Gorski]

Glad I withdrew from the match. Sounds like a PITA.

 

[praveen]

“Reduce the total # of entries to 180”.

How can one ensure that they are still enrolled?

 

[falconpilot]

Sorry you guys are having all these bullshit COVID rules. Hopefully they‘ll be gentle with the rules. Can’t say I’m sorry to be missing it all regardless.

 

[Monte F]

“Reduce the total # of entries to 180”.

How can one ensure that they are still enrolled?

Practiscore should show if you are in or on the wait list. They reduced it to 180 entries some time ago.(months)

 

[Warren Dean]

Sorry you guys are having all these bullshit COVID rules. Hopefully they‘ll be gentle with the rules. Can’t say I’m sorry to be missing it all regardless.

Well, Jim...you'll be missed. See you on the line...someday.

 

[Matthew Schwartzkopf]

If you signed up on Practiscore you are in. There is no longer a waiting list. There are currently 2 spots open.

 

[D-4297]

For all you "wimps" worrying about 100+ temps , the TWC forecast for next week says temps down in the high 40's / low 50's around seven a.m. , and highs in the low 90's by finish up . Guess I need to get my insulated jeans and thermals out of the storage closet . Winter S-U-C-K-S !

 

[XTR]

Still going to be shock therapy, we had snow here Saturday morning.

 

[Pietro panama]

Decided to share this Tulsa event. You guys be safe. This Covid is nothing to fool with. Masks are a pain, but think of the alternative below.

Just heard case that was too close for comfort:

Becca’s uncle Jack went fishing with his buddy Tom, whose grandaughter tested positive. Tom became sick and diagnosed positive. Jack, 73 with no other health issues, then became sick, hospitalized, and later died. Tom recovered.

As you know, I have particiipated in outdoor activites——fishing, shooting, dove hunting———thinking that with no confined space, fresh air, OK prevailing wind, minimal chance of exchanging second hand breath,…………that I and my companions would be safe.

 

[Pietro panama]

If you forgot your mask, you can borrow Skip's Speedo!