Great Southern Traditional Archery tournament 2007

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The Gnome! · #61 Post by **The Gnome!** » Sat Oct 27, 2007 4:28 pm

Hey guys looking forward to meeting up with you all down there. I have but one question the rest I will leave for when I'm there.
Question is will the guy that makes the throwing axe's out of rail spike be there as I'm interested in acquiring a couple.

Timbow It will only be Scuzz and myself no third party.

Till next week see you all there.

Mick Smith · #62 Post by **Mick Smith** » Sat Oct 27, 2007 7:37 pm

Lochmoy/Timbo/Matt/Len

I think we should retain the different divisions, but I can't see any reason why we couldn't have one overall winner that crosses divisional boundaries. The overall winner would be the person with the highest score, regardless of whatever equipment that person might have been using. So basically, I'm advocating the creation of an extra combined division winner.

I agree with most previous statements that have pointed that there's not much difference between the scores of equally skilled archers who might happen to use slightly different equipment. Once a person has practiced with their chosen gear and have all their equipment matching and shooting well, it all then comes back to skill and skill alone, regardless of whether they're shooting a longbow, recurve, self bow or whatever, so long as wooden arrows are used as well as no shooting aids, such as sights, clickers or stabilizers.

Gnome

I'm looking forward to meeting you and Scuzz at Morwell.

I'm not sure if Jeff Blakey will be at the event or not. He lives at Donald, which is a long way from Morwell. His forged hawks are very popular and he always sells quite of few of them at trad shoots.

Mick

The Gnome! · #63 Post by **The Gnome!** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 1:23 pm

Two nights to go and we'll be there are you ready for the onslaught guys cause I am

White Hawk · #64 Post by **White Hawk** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 2:02 pm

Hey Gnome make sure you look both myself and Leigh up when you arrive.

gonna be a great weekend

Gav

The Gnome! · #65 Post by **The Gnome!** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 4:18 pm

Will do

Have been out back having a fling still hitting well

Pm sent.

timbow · #66 Post by **timbow** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 6:45 pm

Hi Guys,
Yes the great southern tournament will go ahead RAIN ,HAIL ,OR SHINE,
The weather forcast is for 18degrees on saturday & sunday with some showers,but when does the weather man ever get it right!!
,if it does rain heavy,we can shoot in the indoor range,which is huge enough room for 200 or so.
But l,m sure it want get that wet!!
Anyway dont let gloomy weather forcasts put you off as its going to be real good weekend of traditional archery,

We have the following events.
RUNNING FOX
FAST MOVING DISCS{TO SIMULATE A RUNNING RABBIT}
BOW BIRD ,LOTS OF THROWING DISCS IN THE AIR.
CASTLE CLOUT{WHICH IS A 12FOOT HIGH CASTLE BY 20FOOT LONG WITH 3 NIGHTS ON TOP ,TO SHOOT OF THE WALLS!!!!
KINGS ROUND, standard target archery
THE HUNT{ WHICH IS 30 3D ANIMAL TARGETS SET UP IN THE BUSH }
INDOOR 3D, {this will be done in the dark with spot lights on the animals
and various effects.

l,m am so excited about this event l can hardly wait!!
SEE YOU ALL THERE.

REGARDS TIMBOW.

The Gnome! · #67 Post by **The Gnome!** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 7:16 pm

We have the following events.
RUNNING FOX
FAST MOVING DISCS{TO SIMULATE A RUNNING RABBIT}
BOW BIRD ,LOTS OF THROWING DISCS IN THE AIR.
CASTLE CLOUT{WHICH IS A 12FOOT HIGH CASTLE BY 20FOOT LONG WITH 3 NIGHTS ON TOP ,TO SHOOT OF THE WALLS!!!!
KINGS ROUND, standard target archery
THE HUNT{ WHICH IS 30 3D ANIMAL TARGETS SET UP IN THE BUSH }
INDOOR 3D, {this will be done in the dark with spot lights on the animals
and various effects.

Is that Just for starters on Saturday

Scuzz will be board

In all seriousness though that list looks so good.

Timbow Regarding our discussion on the phone the other night I never got the chance to video the pig for you so I thought that I would bring it instead so you can get some real good picks and measurements.

Mick Smith · #68 Post by **Mick Smith** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 7:19 pm

Gee Tim, it sounds as though you've outdone yourself.

The castle clout sounds very interesting.

I just hope we can find the time to fit it all into our hectic weekend.

Not even my wife smashing up the family car today has dampened my enthusiasm for this weekend. She's OK but the car is going to need a whole new front bumper, bonnet and both front guards (not to mention the motor?) after it's run in with a tree. Now, instead of travelling in the relative luxury of the Commodore, I've been relegated to a rough, bouncy, and tightly packed in trip in my little Suzuki 4WD instead, but my son, Owen and I will be there and that's the main thing.

I've just come inside after trialing 3 different bows, one of which, I will be shooting on the weekend. Yes, it's sad I know, but I'm finding it hard making up my mind.

Mick

timbow · #69 Post by **timbow** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 7:49 pm

Mick,
Now thats commitment good on , good to hear that your wife is okay,see you there mate.

Gnome,
thanks for that mate , see you there .

Regards Timbow.

Lochmoy · #70 Post by **Lochmoy** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 8:05 pm

Although showers are predicted there is no way this event will be cancelled. We don't get rain like they do in NSW. and there is the indoor range for shelter but those from Qld. will be winging about the cold so bring your thermals and we'll be wearing shorts. It's goining to be 21. Positively balmy!

The Gnome! · #71 Post by **The Gnome!** » Wed Oct 31, 2007 9:49 pm

I've just come inside after trialing 3 different bows, one of which, I will be shooting on the weekend. Yes, it's sad I know, but I'm finding it hard making up my mind.

Just bring them All Mick

Your missus must be like mine Mick very understanding [/quote]

Len · #72 Post by **Len** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:57 am

Yeah, I'm taking three bows, I know you are meant to shoot mostly one bow for accuracy but I like them all and enjoy the different characteristics of them, although they are all variations of a theme.
Only two more sleeps !

Trad · #73 Post by **Trad** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 6:08 am

Hi all,

I will not be able to attend this year due to a death in the family.

Last year was fantastic and you will all have a great time. Good shooting and I hope to see you all next time.

Regards,

Uncle Les (TAA)

White Hawk · #74 Post by **White Hawk** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 8:31 am

Please accept my sincere condolences Les, shame you can't make it, but family comes first.

No doubt we will catch you at an event soon mate

cheers

Gav

hardgainer · #75 Post by **hardgainer** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 9:12 am

Mick...real glad to hear nothing serious came out of the prang good news.
Just recite....Eny Meany Miny Mo at which Bow shall I have a go.
Recurve,Longbow,Self or Hun
Either way sure goanna' be fun.
Sure is a real hard call
So problem solved bring em all!!

Great Lineup Tim...you sure put some work into this one.

GrahameA · #76 Post by **GrahameA** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 9:46 am

Since there are so many going......

We expect Photos.

Hint.

White Hawk · #77 Post by **White Hawk** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 10:16 am

Grahame,
Mick Smith will be there and he is the closet thing we have to papparazzi! Just don't ask him to stand IN FRONT of the camera, he gets all shy about it!
There will be photos a plenty dont you worry, and if we can manage it some footage too!

Lochmoy · #78 Post by **Lochmoy** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:07 pm

I am going to do some filming at this one.

Abaci · #79 Post by **Abaci** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 7:50 am

Well the day is here and I'm leaving work at around 1 to get to Morewel tonight... is there going to be anyone else staying Tonight?

See you tonight or tomorrow... can hardly wait!

Len · #80 Post by **Len** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 4:08 pm

One more sleep! Trouble is I'm too excited to get any sleep tonight

doc · #81 Post by **doc** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 7:46 pm

wishing you all successful & fun shoot & socials. cheers to the Hunter boys for getting there..better than i managed. do the northern horde proud! l'm looking forward to meeting everyone @ the next 2 Vic shoots....when 3 more Qld'ers join the Northern Horde pack. Trads together!

Mick Smith · #82 Post by **Mick Smith** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 4:47 pm

Well, I'm back home from the Great Southern Tournament, so I thought I'd post a few photos for those who may be interested.

I didn't take all that many photos, mainly because it was so bloody wet, I didn't want to wreck my camera. Yes, the weather certainly put a dampener on our procedings, but despite it all, I believe we still had a ball.

There were plenty of people taking photos, so I'm sure we will get many more posted later on.

The fantastic venue at Morwell was probably the best place to spend a miserable wet weekend, as the huge indoor stadium allowed us to do a lot of shooting indoors.

Anyway, Timbow and fellow club members worked really hard to make this shoot successful and enjoyable and despite the weather, they were certainly successful. Thanks guys!.

The weather on Saturday wasn't too bad, so we managed to complete the 'castle' clout event and the king's round event with just a slight dampening, but Saturday night turned particularly nasty with constant heavy rain and strong winds. Half the tents ended up blown down by morning and the rain didn't even look like abating. A few foolhardy souls set off to complete the 30 target 3D course and came back looking like drowned rats.

Here's my photos ...

Mick

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GrahameA · #89 Post by **GrahameA** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 5:43 pm

Afternoon Leigh

Lochmoy wrote:Although showers are predicted there is no way this event will be cancelled. We don't get rain like they do in NSW. and there is the indoor range for shelter ........

Great photos Mick.

doc · #90 Post by **doc** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 6:03 pm

many thanks for the photos mick. great to see the mob @ play! & pictures of our loved ones there. Trad archers are unstoppable.
see you in 2 weeks. may you & your camera thaw/dry out soon!

Ozbow

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