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The Appleseed Project
The Appleseed Project
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Two Day Rifle Marksmanship Clinics
Take the first step to being Rifleman.
A Rifleman never stops learning, a Rifleman never stops teaching. A Rifleman continues to seek ways to to protect the freedom the Founding Fathers left us, to improve himself, his home and family, his community, his state and his country, everyday of his life. A Rifleman adapts, a Rifleman overcomes and a Rifleman persists. This is not just some fancy gilded rhetoric we throw around like popcorn and pennies. This is the code we live by here. There is nothing wrong, no matter how often the mass of talking heads tells you it is wrong, or outdated, or corny, stupid and cavemanish, with having a code to live by in your life. Modern Americans have forgotten their code. They have forgotten how to be Americans. We are here to help them remember.
The Revolutionary War Veterans Association's Appleseed Project is dedicated to teaching an intense rifle marksmanship and safety course, but the RWVA Appleseed Project is much more than a marksmanship organization and much more than a social organization. It is a direct link back to America's Founding Fathers and instruction about what the duties of a 'Rifleman' are today in America. Find out what it means to be called a 'Rifleman' and what it takes to live a 'Rifleman's Life.'
Price: $70 for both days $45 for one day... if you preregister
walk-on price is $80 for both days or $50 for one
BUT... Active military, Reserve and National Guard, and LEOs attend FREE
Unfortunately, there is now a nonrefundable registration fee for women and under 21, $10 and $5 respectively.
Here's a partial list of the events in Pennsylvania for 2011. Keep checking... more events are added all the time. A nationwide list is here. Don't see an event near you? We'll come to your range, just ask!
Allemans, PA
Reade Range
April 16-17, 2011 Register
Audubon, PA New Range! ..near Philly too!
Lower Providence Rod & Gun Club
Feb 5-6, 2011 Register
July 30-31, 2011 Register
Oct 29-30, 2011 Register
Beaver Falls, PA
Beaver Valley Rifle & Pistol Club
April 9-10, 2011 Register
June 11-12, 2011 Register
Aug 13-14, 2011 Register
Oct 8-9, 2011 Register
Dec 10-11, 2010 Register
Chambersburg, PA
Chambersburg Rod & Gun
April 16-17 2011 Register
June 11-12, 2011 Register
Sept 10-11, 2010 Register
Lewistown, PA New Range!
Mifflin County Sportsmen’s Association
April 30-May 1, 2011 Register
Manheim, PA
Elstonville Sportsman's Assoc.
Jan 15-16, 2011 After Action Report
Feb 19-20, 2011 After Action Report
March 19-20, 2011 Register
April 16-17, 2011 Register
May 21-22, 2011 Register
June 18-19, 2011 Register
July 16-17, 2011 Register
Aug 20-21, 2011 Register
Sept 17-18, 2011 Register
Oct 15-16, 2011 Register
Nov 19-20, 2011 Register
Dec 17-18 , 2011 Register
Palmerton, PA
Palmerton Rod & Gun Club
March 26-27, 2011 Register
May 21-22, 2011 Register
July 30-31, 2011 Register
Sept 24-25, 2011 Register
Slippery Rock, PA
Slippery Rock Sportsman's Club
May 28-29, 2011 Register
June 25-26, 2011 Register
July 23-24, 2011 Register
Aug 27-28, 2011 Register
Sept 24-25, 2011 Register
Oct 22-23, 2011 Register
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The Appleseed Project
Helpful and informative links:
Locations - Google Map of all events
Schedule
FAQ
Blog
Military - The South Carolina National Guard, Swamp Fox Brigade, took advantage of Appleseed instruction at Fort Stewart, GA before their deployment. Address from the Sergeant and Colonel PICS
Women - Stories by women about their Appleseed experience.
Kids - Stories by youngsters about their Appleseed experience. PICS
Massad Ayoob on Appleseed
Why should you come?
Well, for one thing, to see what this Appleseed stuff is all about. To find out why one well-known gun writer who was there said, "this is going to be the next big thing that nobody saw coming."
To learn to shoot a rifle — to learn to shoot it just as well as your forefathers.
To hear The Story that every American should hear. About how your forebears took up arms, on the first day of the American Revolution, and did things no other people in the world have ever done. To learn things you don't learn in school, about that day. About where the Revolution really started — it did not start in Lexington, nor did it start in Concord. According to John Adams, it was over before it started. Be there to hear The Story, because to hear it is to remember what they did that day. And to remember, is to honor them for doing it.
To gather new hope for the future. To see Americans — volunteer Americans — not sitting around complaining - no sir, out doing something about it — like saving their country, one person at a time.
To meet fellow Americans who feel like you do, and to bathe in an association with real Americans that is lacking in your everyday life. So you'll go back home rejuvenated - and maybe with hope for the future, for the first time in years.
To qualify to purchase an M1 Garand — still one of the world's finest battle rifles — and a true piece of American history... direct from the Civilian Marksmanship Program for a price several hundred dollars under market.
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...good to see this posted.
Last year I did my first Appleseed and plan to do more this year. It is a great way to hone your rifle skills out to 400yards. It is also a wonderful lesson in American History.
Bring any rifle, though a .22 is most cost effective. For older folks (like me) a scope can be a huge help. It is not about the gear. It is about learning how to shoot in the 3 basic field positions; off-hand/standing, sitting or kneeling and prone.
I attended one at Halstead,PA and I am surprised to see no events listed there for this year. Manheim is likely the next closest for me and they seem to have them every month.
check it out you wont be disappointed.
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I was at Hallstead also. Great place and a great shoot.
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So is this a good first step for someone who hasn't ever taken a basic course in anything?
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hiflyf22
So is this a good first step for someone who hasn't ever taken a basic course in anything?
i might sign up for the Slippery rock shoot in may or June.
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hiflyf22
So is this a good first step for someone who hasn't ever taken a basic course in anything?
Absolutely one of the best programs for beginners and experts. Fundamentals are what they cover. Fundamentals of shooting and fundamentals of our history and Heritage.
A benefit to anyone of any experience level.
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Patriots' Day at Chambersburg
As a special treat for the 235th anniversary April 17 2010 Patriots' Day celebration, a Donegal Township Rifleman from the Pennsylvania State Regiment will visit the Chambersburg Appleseed before the Coast-to-Coast Volley for Liberty. Wearing Colonial clothing, the reenactor will demonstrate loading and firing a .75 caliber Brown Bess musket. I'm lining up more treats... ;)
Free admission is offered to Revolutionary War reenactors in full period dress in addition to women, under 21, and active military/reserves/Guards.
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There is also a shoot at the South Jersey Shooting Club in Winslow NJ on April 17, 18 for those of you on the eastern side of the state...
Info: http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=11984.0
Registration: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/581236494
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Appleseed's Big Weekend
Patriots Day weekend is a big weekend for Appleseeders. It SHOULD be a big weekend for all Americans.
This weekend April 17-18, there will be 98(!) shoots from Maine to California with almost 3,000 people on the line.
That's 3,000 of the kind of folks that maybe you were afraid didn't exist anymore... but, they do!
Sorry, the shoot just over our western border in Athens, OH is SOLD OUT. So is the one to our east in Winslow, NJ. Unfortunately you're too late to attend the shoot in Manheim, PA as well. The GOOD news is that there is still room on the line in Allemans, PA and Chambersburg, PA.
Allemans, PA
Reade Range
Register
Chambersburg, PA
Chambersburg Rod & Gun
Register
Come and meet the kind of people you thought didn't exist anymore.
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If anyone is attending the Appleseed event this weekend at Manheim (May 15 and 16), I look forward to meeting you. I'll be the one with a 10/22 and Mosin, along with my father and his M1 Carbine. It'll be my first Appleseed, and I'm really quite thrilled to be going!
I'm hoping that in the future, perhaps an event can be held somewhere near the Lehigh Valley.
-Darryl
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Followup on the Manheim, PA Appleseed of May 15 and 16th:
Excellent weekend. My shooting skills improved to the point where they could actually be called 'skills'. At the last AQT on Sunday, I managed to earn the Rifleman patch...WOO HOO! Went through about 600 rounds in my 10/22 over the two days. Saturday, I took my father with me. He was shooting an M1 Carbine. Being not-so-young, and wearing glasses that are more suited to working on a desk, he really struggled with the prone position, and by end of day, was ready to go home. But, his shooting also improved, so he was happy.
If you have the chance to attend an Appleseed event, DO IT. Not only will your skills improve, but you will meet some really decent people.
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dsnover
Followup on the Manheim, PA Appleseed of May 15 and 16th:
Excellent weekend. My shooting skills improved to the point where they could actually be called 'skills'. At the last AQT on Sunday, I managed to earn the Rifleman patch...WOO HOO! Went through about 600 rounds in my 10/22 over the two days. Saturday, I took my father with me. He was shooting an M1 Carbine. Being not-so-young, and wearing glasses that are more suited to working on a desk, he really struggled with the prone position, and by end of day, was ready to go home. But, his shooting also improved, so he was happy.
If you have the chance to attend an Appleseed event, DO IT. Not only will your skills improve, but you will meet some really decent people.
Thanks for the report! Congratulations on the Rifleman patch! You worked hard to earn it!
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More Appleseed dates in Chambersburg
More Appleseeds dates added to:
Chambersburg PA:
July 10-11, 2010
September 11-12, 2010
Improve your shooting, re-connect with the Rifleman's Heritage, meet like-minded Americans.
Bring the family- women, under 21, and active military/reserves/National Guard attend free!
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When I talk to people about it, I get the snooty "Isn't that for kids?" Yeah...until YOU try it and fail to shoot 210+ ("Rifleman's score") It looks easier than it is.
I did this last fall and got my patch. But I sandbagged-read all I could about it on the web, printed out targets, bought a 10/22, sling and tech sights, practiced the 3 positions dry firing & live firing when I had the chance BEFORE going to the Appleseed. You can too.
Although it is not billed as such, it is excellent training for CMP competitions. Its the same routine, prep, safety & rifle handling discipline.
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Just saw this thread.
Wife and I attended the Manheim shoot 4/17-18.
It was a great event.
Mom's decided she wants a semi-auto now, so she can
shoot more rounds than with the bolt-action!
We WILL attend again...
(Chainsaw, got your email for info. We were out of
touch in West Virginia for the past week...I'll get it
to you, and thanks to you and all the other volunteers.
Rob)
Note that while the 6' x 10' cabins at neighboring Pinch Pond
campground are cozy, they are NOT heated...;)
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New Appleseed announced in Palmerton
New Range:
Palmerton Rod & Gun Club
225 Gun Club Rd, Palmerton, PA
New Date:
September 11-12, 2010
Registration links will be up soon
HEY STROUDBURGERS!! This is less than an hour away!
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Thanks for posting this Tom.
I am looking forward to our club hosting an Appleseed Event. I hope it catches on.
Hey all Monroe Co. and Carbon Co. residents!!! Come check out this event open to the public.
Shoot safely.
K.
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Plamerton Appleseed registration links
Online registration is up and running for this event.
Palmerton, PA
Palmerton Rod & Gun Club NEW RANGE!
Sept 11-12 NEW DATE! Register
:)
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Appleseed "The NY Times article"
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Tom, I have registered for the Palmerton shoot, Sept. 11 & 12.
Looking forward to having an Appleseed event local.
The NY Times article is clearly a hit piece....well, it is the NY Times after all. The reply from Appleseed was well written but perhaps a little to gentle.
It would be nice if one day the press came to understand the values they so cherish in the 1st Amendment apply equally to the 2nd and all others. And that we cannot blithely select the rights we will support only to disregard others. Our freedoms are a package deal.
Hope to see you next month in Palmerton.
Best,
K.
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BUMP
APPLESEED PROJECT AT PALMERTON ROD AND GUN CLUB.
SEPTEMBER 11 AND 12
NEW RANGE
They also have camping available.
Great way to get your marksmanship skills tuned up for hunting season!
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for those of you who use facebook - we have a Pennsylvania Appleseed Page
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gi...3092668&ref=ts
Come on over and join in.
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I just joined the FB page. I think I may have convinced the Mrs to allow me to attend the Manheim event in October. we could make a family weekend out of it...staying at the campground next door.
Daughter #1 and I would participate. Is it possible that we use the same rifle? I'm guessing everybody doesn't shoot at the same time?
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mrjam2jab
I just joined the FB page. I think I may have convinced the Mrs to allow me to attend the Manheim event in October. we could make a family weekend out of it...staying at the campground next door.
Daughter #1 and I would participate. Is it possible that we use the same rifle? I'm guessing everybody doesn't shoot at the same time?
Everyone should have their own rifle as we do all shoot at the same time. The instructors bring loaner rifles in .22lr so we can provide one for your daughter. The loaners are usually Ruger 10-22's.
I look forward to seeing you in October.
Frank
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lprgcFrank
Everyone should have their own rifle as we do all shoot at the same time. The instructors bring loaner rifles in .22lr so we can provide one for your daughter. The loaners are usually Ruger 10-22's.
I look forward to seeing you in October.
Frank
Sweet! A loaner would be awesome. Right now we only have one .22 rifle. I'm also trying to convince the Mrs. to get Daughter her own .22 for her 12th birthday...but even that' s not until January. :rolleyes:
Thanks!
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Found this on another forum... Appleseed Primer
Any additions or modifications to the Lists?
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mrjam2jab,
Thanks for posting that article. It is thorough and covers all of the basics of how to make your Appleseed experience most enjoyable.
A couple of comments; bring extra ammo. 500+ minimum. 4 each, ten round magazines is best to keep things running smoothly and timely. The Ruger 10/.22 is most commonly used and a very good rifle to train with. Another option that I saw at the last Appleseed I attended is AR-.22 conversion. Seems like that could be a good way to train if you like the AR platform. Again just bring plenty of extra magazine.
Probably the most important thing is to bring a teachable attitude. Even a seasoned rifle shooter can learn to hone his/her skills with the coaching from the volunteers at Appleseed.
LESS THAN A MONTH TO SING UP FOR PALMERTON APPLESEED COMING 09/11 AND 09/12/10
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Originally Posted by
mrjam2jab
Found this on another forum...
Appleseed Primer
Any additions or modifications to the Lists?
This is a good list.
My only change would be to recommend 4 magazines or enough magazines to fire 40 rounds in 1 string of fire.
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4 mags?....hmmm....looks like I'm going to have to pick up a couple more. The rifle I have only came with 1 10-round and 1 5-round magazine.
500+ rounds of ammo....looks like I'll also be buying 2-3 more (550) boxes at Walmart...enough to cover myself and my daughter.
Neither of us are even close to "seasoned"....as we both fired a rifle for first time 2 weeks ago....so open minds you'll get. :D
ETA: Oh, and a sling too. Our rifle doesn't have one...
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Appleseed on Fox & Friends
Tune into Fox & Friends on the Fox News Channel this Monday, August 30 during the 8:00am ET hour. An RWVA spokesperson will be on to talk about Appleseed and our tremendous growth. Don't miss it!"
:cool:
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Did you know there were two Appleseeds in Pennsylvania this weekend?
Chambersburg and Palmerton
Three years ago there was only one for the entire year. This year we'll have 25.
Check out the show our brothers and sisters in Illinois put on as a 9/11 remembrance.
300! on the firing line
Are you participating in the Heritage of America? Are you passing it on?
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There is an Appleseed Shoot at the Eltonsville Sportsmens Association in Manheim this weekend. Here's the link
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/529340271
Come on out!
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Please note that the Oct. 2-3 2010 Appleseed has changed location, to the Slippery Rock Sportsmens Club. Make sure you go to the right location for your dose of rifle marksmanship and Revolutionary War heritage.
http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=13391.0
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New State Coordinator for PA Appleseed
I am happy to announce that there is a new team in place for PA Appleseeds.
I am the new State Coordinator and will be ably assisted by:
Big H - Assistant State Coordinator
EZ3 - Assistant for Western PA
MAL1970 - Assistant for Eastern PA
We will need as much help as you can give to turn PA into a state with a vibrant and self sustaining Appleseed program.
Contact any of us any time.
- Tom
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Great news and congratulations, Tom.
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Could not think of a better person for the job. Congrats!
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Back by popular demand! There will be ONE MORE Appleseed this year at Beaver Valley Rifle and Pistol Club, Beaver Falls, PA. Bring your rifles, ammo and a friend on December 11 & 12.
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Veterans. Free Appleseed shoot offer.
The Appleseed Project, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to teaching every American our shared heritage and history as well as traditional rifle marksmanship skills, is happy to announce that Veterans will receive free admission from November 11 until December 31, 2010. To sign up, the veteran should go to www.appleseedusa.org and find an event, then use the "Sat & Sun. FREE for All Women, All Youth Under 21yrs, All Active Military, Guard or Reserve" option in eventbrite and then bring their veteran paperwork with them to the event.
Appleseed events are week-end clinics held by the Revolutionary War Veterans Association (RWVA). The RWVA is committed to renewing civic virtue - prioritizing civic responsibility over personal interests and indulgence. We are wholly comprised of volunteers who commit time, resources and passion toward achieving the RWVA mission. As a 501(c)3 organization, we promote civic responsibility through the teaching of colonial history and the American tradition of rifle marksmanship in a safe, non-partisan environment. For more information, go to www.appleseedusa.org