Thanks & Welcome

To my two new friends and followers, Mazie and Rynk. My friends, I promise to always answer any comment left on this blog. It takes a few hours, and at times, a day or two, but rest assured I will reply. If for any reason I miss your comment let me know and I'll correct the oversight.

To my other kind followers and friends, please take a moment and say hello to our two new friends.

Again, thanks and welcome. You are now among friends.

Stephen

After Action Report

With birdsong and a gentle warm breeze we pulled into the Boar's Nest and unloaded, we three friends. Three of us absent, unfortunately. A moment after I stepped from my truck I heard a hawk let loose a scream, somewhere out over the river. It was nice to be back after three months. 

The horse greeted us. He's a future asset.

We three unloaded our gear and set to our task; a simple but necessary little job. Afterwards ShooterSteve assembled a small table he'd donated to the group for the bunkhouse.
The silence of the countryside was, at least to me, a peaceful and welcome change from the constant noise of the city. I remember Duke quietly commented, "I'd move here if  possible."
Moments later he took broom in hand and began to sweep the deck. The pines dump tons of needles and twigs between our visits.

The Boar's Nest now has power, and behold, lights. 

Above, after lunch it was range time. The river is just beyond the tree line.

Above, one of two pieces Duke brought along to wring out. Number two below.

I set them atop my ammo can for the snapshot. Now, for bonus points, whom among you can tell me which is the oldest. If you guess, give me the years of manufacture. The winner gets an all expense trip to our shooting range courtesy of Duke. (if you believe me I have a bridge for sale.)

We compared weapons, spoke of friends and times past. Listened to an owl and the wind sing and enjoyed each the others company. I took a seat in the shade and watched two of my best friends and felt very privileged to have another chance to share such a fine day. They always make me smile. Below I, by accident, captured a silhouette of my best friend, Duke, as he examines an old rifle found by ShooterSteve.

Above, Duke decides to shoot a wild charging target stick. He did hit it. Later he took this same handgun, placed it on a rolled towel as a rest, and put six shots into one tiny spot on his target. The old revolver proved quite accurate. 

At Noon our friend, Senior Chief, released from duty by his lovely wife, JUGM, joined the fun. He arrived to find me gone. I had duties at home too. And, truth be known, I haven't regained all my strength. I hate weakness. Still, it was a nice day. 

I came home to this:

Taken a few minutes after I arrived. If anyone has questions why we train and prep as hard as we do, there in deep sleep, is your answer...

Have a great day.

Stephen

Slinging Lead

The Duke and I have a date with our friends to burn powder and sling lead tomorrow out at our retreat. After Senior Chief is released by is cute wife, Jacked Up Glock Mom, he might join us. We're not sure yet if she'll allow it.

We'll do a few chores on the Boar's Nest then hit our private firing range. Should be fun. It's been a while since I've had the smell of gun powder in my nostrils. Can't wait.

It's a given I'll take along one of my AR's and a couple of Glocks. Maybe, just maybe, a 1911...not sure.

I'll try and take pictures.

These are file photos. I'm not about to hobble into our office and open a safe just for a picture...

 

I should dig out my M1A and let her stretch her legs but have you priced good surplus ammo lately. She'll stay securely tucked away in the gunsafe.

Perhaps I should take a couple of revolvers. I've many from which to choose. Decisions, decisions.

Again, the price of ammunition paints my thoughts when I think about unleashing my Raging Bull.

Whatever baby I decide to take for a ride I'm sure it'll be enjoyable to shoot. Come on down and join us.

See 'ya late tomorrow.

Stephen

Smith & Wesson M&P

Nice little carry piece. I find a six pound trigger heavy but that's just me.

Stephen

Busy

Very busy here today....back in a few hours.

Stephen

E-booklets by Patrice

Patrice Lewis of Rural Revolution has her new booklets for sale.

If you are new to the world of home canning and survival homestead skills, these .PDF E-booklets are a valuable and affordable resource.

Please, take a few minutes and run over to Patrice's new website, www.selfsufficiencyseries.com, for further details. These booklets are printable; a handy item in the kitchen or the bedside table.

I plan to buy one of each for Sweet Wife.

Patrice will appreciate your business.

Above, three examples.

If you purchase the entire series let me know, I'll dance at your next wedding...really.

Stephen

War of Northern Aggression

Want to see some fine pictures of the war of northern aggression? Then click, here.

They're some of the finest high quality pictures I've ever seen.

Some of you Yankees refer to it as the civil war...then again 'ya'll just don't know any better.

Enjoy.

Stephen