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Figmo Bohica 10-18-2012 10:36 AM

Looking for NRA Certified Instructors
 
A new gun club is being started and we are looking for certified Instructors. What to start teaching again, want to help other become safe firearms owners. Then drop me a PM and let me know what your specialty is, either civilian or LEO and attend our first meeting at Fish Hawk Rec Center, November 12, 6 PM. We would be glad to have you join us to make our community safer.

Our Mission Statement is:

To promote instruction and the lawful safe handling of firearms in recreational and self defense situations by those lawfully allowed to own firearms.

We are a non-political gun club.

raynitsche 10-18-2012 03:46 PM

What is the Club name or do you have a site or location
to join? Thanks

Figmo Bohica 10-18-2012 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by raynitsche (Post 569387)
What is the Club name or do you have a site or location
to join? Thanks

Yes we do have a website now. Please go to Eustis IDPA & Cool Gun Club Website and you will find all the information that you are looking for.

Thank you for you interest.

Serenoa 10-19-2012 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Figmo Bohica (Post 569296)
A new gun club is being started and we are looking for certified Instructors. What to start teaching again, want to help other become safe firearms owners. Then drop me a PM and let me know what your specialty is, either civilian or LEO and attend our first meeting at Fish Hawk Rec Center, November 12, 6 PM. We would be glad to have you join us to make our community safer.

Our Mission Statement is:

To promote instruction and the lawful safe handling of firearms in recreational and self defense situations by those lawfully allowed to own firearms.

We are a non-political gun club.

Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

Figmo Bohica 10-19-2012 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569606)
Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

That is one of the problems. There are lots of guns in TV and most have no idea of the safety required in being a responsible owner. No the NRA is very political. This club is not getting into the political right to own or control guns. The club is interested in getting all gun owners to be safe and responsible in handling of firearms.

Serenoa 10-19-2012 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Figmo Bohica (Post 569609)
That is one of the problems. There are lots of guns in TV and most have no idea of the safety required in being a responsible owner. No the NRA is very political. This club is not getting into the political right to own or control guns. The club is interested in getting all gun owners to be safe and responsible in handling of firearms.

I'm curious, just how do you know "there are lots of guns in TV"? And how many is "lots"?

And if there are lots as you claim, how do you know that most owners are so lacking in proper training?

Figmo Bohica 10-19-2012 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569622)
I'm curious, just how do you know "there are lots of guns in TV"? And how many is "lots"?

And if there are lots as you claim, how do you know that most owners are so lacking in proper training?

Since I do a lot of firearm training and know many of the owners of Gun Stores in the local area, run a monthly match, talk to lots of Villagers, they are buying guns at a rapid rate and lots of them are not showing up at the ranges for any training. Most get their Concealed Carry Permit at gun shows that require no training what so ever. Been asked a few times, by new gun owners to show they how it works, etc. That is how I know.

ugotme 10-19-2012 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569606)
Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

I don't recall anyone saying more guns would make TV a better place to live.

Even though you may object, there is nothing wrong with gun ownership! I have been target shooting for years. NEVER used my guns for any other purpose (luckily). Would I use one in self defense - absolutely if I had to, but hope to never be in that situation.

jamarcus 10-19-2012 09:49 AM

you know what happens when you assume?

AJ32162 10-19-2012 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569606)
Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

Perhaps you would feel more comfortable living somewhere else?

Serenoa 10-19-2012 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by AJ32162 (Post 569675)
Perhaps you would feel more comfortable living somewhere else?

Wow AJ, I guess you should be on the Welcome Wagon committee!

Seriously, over the years thanks to job transfers & the nature of my work I've lived in St.Louis, Baton Rouge, LA, Jackson, MS, Houston, Atlanta, and presently Birmingham, AL.. I can honestly say I've NEVER felt the need to own a gun for personal protection anywhere I've lived. I do my best to stay out of bad neighborhoods, I'm pretty selective as to the type of people I choose to associate with and do business with, and I always stay keenly aware of my surroundings no matter where I am.

I sure hope I don't feel any different once we move to TV. I'm looking forward to getting involved in loads of sports & activities, but really doubt I'll be joining the gun club. Sorry. (I could add much more, but it would most likely be deemed "political" and not allowed.)

blue72 10-19-2012 01:47 PM

Gun Club
 
And fortunately for you, your family and friends, you have also been very lucky!!!!!!!

Moderator 10-19-2012 02:26 PM

The topic was looking for qualified Firearms instructors.... Please, don't turn this into a gun control discussion.

Moderator

Shimpy 10-19-2012 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569606)
Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

Serenoa....If you have nothing to contribute to this post why are you here? We've all hear all you have to say and your side never makes any sense. This post was to help gun owners be safer and more proficient. If you chose not to protect yourself and family and believe it can't happen to you that's your choice. The poster wasn't making a statement of whether guns are for the good or not, he was just trying to help others. If you don't own a gun, then it wasn't for you.

Cantwaittoarrive 10-19-2012 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Serenoa (Post 569606)
Just like the NRA, I assume?

Yep, more guns in TV will definitely make it a better place to live. Sure thing.

It's irresponsible owners of anything cars, guns, dogs, golf carts that make something dangerous. More responsible owners of any of the above will make TV a better place to live. Gun ownership is gauranteed for those that wish to own by the US constitution

Figmo Bohica 10-19-2012 05:10 PM

I want to thank everyone who responded. I did get a couple more certified NRA instructors who I will be meeting with in the near future.

So I am asking the Moderator to please close this thread as it seems that there are those that want to make it political and that is not what this thread was intended to do.

What we are attempting to do is make our little piece of the bubble safer for all.

Thanks for all those that answered.


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