THIS weekend was the Explorers Rifle Club prize meeting. We had shooters attending from Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Bega, Cootamundra, Lyndhurst, Junee, Ungarie, Griffith and others.
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Saturday was the Sweepstakes event with about 20 shooters attending. This was shot at 1000 Yards in quite challenging wind conditions. It was certainly a challenging afternoon for all. However dinner at the Lockhart Ex-Servicemans Club was a welcoming warm venue to lick our wounds.
Sunday was the main event with 600Y, 500Y and 500Y – 15 shots to finish. The weather was beautiful and all enjoyed the warm sun and light breezes. Nevertheless the wind was still tricky with the mirage running heavily and changing often. There were 42 shooters in attendance.
At the presentation our president, Graham Crowe, was awarded Life Membership. And Linda was thanked for all the support she provides Graham and the club.
Thanks to the ladies running the kitchen and keeping all the shooters fed - Linda, Roz, Margaret, Sue and Kim. Also thanks to the rovers who did a great job scoring our targets. Emma, Matt, Keiran, and Our Butts Officer Noel.
Also thanks to Dave who organised the prizes and Graham for the scoring. And to all members who helped at working bees to make the day possible. Finally thanks to our sponsors including; Lockhart IGA, Ex-Services Club, Bendigo Bank, and A-Force.
Results: Target Rifle A Grade 1st Alan Patrick, 2nd Mike Rankin, 3rd Adrian Bonanni. Target Rifle B Grade 1st P Daldy, 2nd Laura Brindley, 3rd A Benton. Target Rifle C Grade 1st G Mull. F Standard A 1st Ralph Garlick, 2nd E Patrick, 3rd B Harvey. F Standard B 1st Rob Sperring, 2nd J Bradley, 3rd B Crowe. F Open 1st P Deehan, 2nd D Bradley, 3rd K Hills. FTR 1st Cedric May, 2nd P Bain.