Memorial Shoot for Andy Firth Aug 13/14 Wisemans Ferry NSW

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Memorial Shoot for Andy Firth Aug 13/14 Wisemans Ferry NSW

#1 Post by little arrows » Mon Jul 11, 2016 8:36 pm

This event is for all Trad archers to celebrate Andy Firth's life. He shot at Wisemans Ferry frequently, and Rob is generously putting on an additional event. The fee of $20 per day will be going to one of Andy's favourite charities.
It will be a self catering weekend. On Saturday evening Robert has asked if we all bring some steak to bbq, if you are able to have salads and deserts to share, so we can eat together under the marquee in Andy's honour.
Could you please let myself (by pm) or Robert McKenzie 0409 275827 ~ robandi8@oracletelecom.net.au know if you will be attending this event by Wed 3/8/2106.
The address is 533 Singleton Rd, Wisemans Ferry. The events will probably be similar to the March shoot, just without the trophies. So bring a minimum of one dozen arrows +6 flu flu arrows with rubber blunts, to use on the popinjay.

cheers
sue
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Re: Memorial Shoot for Andy Aug 13/14 at Wisemans Ferry NSW

#2 Post by bigbob » Mon Jul 11, 2016 9:05 pm

Love to be there but no chance unfortunately. I'l be thinking of him anyhow.
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#3 Post by Roadie » Mon Jul 11, 2016 9:50 pm

The Bride has given me a Leave Pass to go, So all going well I will be there. Just hope the Knee can handle the driving. Cheers Roadie.

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#4 Post by Ian Turner » Wed Jul 13, 2016 1:43 pm

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#5 Post by Ian Turner » Mon Jul 18, 2016 12:17 pm

Hi all,
Plan to get there on Friday afternoon; when do you figure on being there Grant?
Cheers
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#6 Post by Roadie » Tue Jul 19, 2016 12:19 pm

Hi Ian, at this stage, hopefully Thursday AM. Cheers Roadie.

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#7 Post by Ian Turner » Fri Jul 22, 2016 2:18 pm

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#8 Post by little arrows » Fri Jul 22, 2016 7:33 pm

thanks Ian.
There are only 3 weeks until this Memorial Shoot.

cheers
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#9 Post by hunterguy1991 » Mon Jul 25, 2016 7:58 pm

Would love to get there but unfortunately I have commitments. I will be thinking of him and definitely loose a few heavy war arrows in his memory!

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#10 Post by little arrows » Fri Jul 29, 2016 7:04 pm

There are 2 weeks to go. :)

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#11 Post by Ian Turner » Wed Aug 03, 2016 10:12 am

Hey Susie less than two weeks now!
Looking forward to it and a couple of my mates are coming too.
Cheers
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#12 Post by little arrows » Wed Aug 03, 2016 7:30 pm

Hi Ian,
Yes we have a couple of friends coming as well. It will be a good weekend.
There is also going to be a lady singer to entertain on Saturday night under the marque, which will be great.
See you there.
cheers
sue

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#13 Post by Ian Turner » Mon Aug 08, 2016 12:18 pm

Hi all weather forecast looks pretty good at Wisemans Ferry for this weekend!
See you all there!
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#14 Post by Roadie » Tue Aug 09, 2016 4:56 am

All packed and ready to go, having a coffee, leaving shortly. Calling in on some Archery friends on the way, will be at Wisemans on Thursday AM. See you all then. Cheers Roadie.

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#15 Post by little arrows » Tue Aug 09, 2016 7:58 pm

Hope you packed a jumper too :)

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#16 Post by little arrows » Fri Aug 12, 2016 7:49 pm

it is a rather crisp evening and "medicine" is flowing to keep out the cold. There a quite a few camps sites setup and we are looking forward to a great weekend of shooting.

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#17 Post by little arrows » Mon Aug 15, 2016 9:53 pm

There were 75 archers who came together to shot over the weekend at the Inaugural Memorial shoot to honour Andy Firth. There was a singer and guitarist entertaining us Saturday night, We raised a glass or two in Andys memory, and gee we all had such a good time. Many stories were shared, laughter abound, and a few tears shed. The event was so successful it has been decided to hold this as an Annual Memorial event around the 2nd weekend every August, to honour friends and other Traditional greats who have passed. A chance for all to reflect. I will have photos tomorrow evening once I've been through the camera, I'm a little weiry right now.
Thanks very much to Robert McKenzie for allowing all of us to come together to enjoy the comradery of the weekend. There were many new Traditional participants who will be returning for this event again next year.
cheers to all
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#18 Post by little arrows » Tue Aug 16, 2016 9:35 pm

here are a few photos from the weekend.

Some of the groups enjoying the round:
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The group suggested the title - not me :)
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and The Infirmed
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and The Infirmed
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always a challenge - the toad on the rock
always a challenge - the toad on the rock
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one of Roberts menagerie, and something you do not see often.
something you don't see often
something you don't see often
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enjoying the singer and guitarist around fire ring number 1.
enjoying the singer and guitarist around fire ring number 1.
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It truly was a memorable weekend.

cheers
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#19 Post by Ian Turner » Wed Aug 17, 2016 10:10 am

Hi all,
As Susie says it really was a great weekend great people, great weather, great time.
Thanks again Rob and Di and really looking forward to next years.
Putting in my annual leave request now!
Cheers
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Re: Memorial Shoot for Andy Firth Aug 13/14 Wisemans Ferry N

#20 Post by curve » Thu Aug 18, 2016 12:14 am

Ditto - had a ball - sorry I couldn't camp over - maybe next time. Big thank you to Rob and Di for organising the event...

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