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Gwynedd 2nd Skeet and Sporting Qualifiers.

Click on pics to enlarge, Could be scary for small children.

A cold showery day greeted the Gwynedd Hopefuls to Mid Wales, to shoot our 2nd skeet and sporting qualifiers.

Skeet:
Squad one consisting of Yours Truly, W.G., Gwyn, Elfyn and Sera had to shoot the first round in torrential rain and strong winds which made it very difficult to get a good score in.
Despite this, W.G. managed a fantastic straight whilst the rest of us struggled with the awful conditions.
The low bird dropped half way between the high house and the middle peg which meant it was very easy to over lead, whilst the high bird dived to the ground next to the low house at what seemed like a 100 mph. (if you could see it).
Scores, W.G. 25, Ken 23, Gwyn 21, Elfyn 21, Sera 10.

Squad 2, consisting of Sue, Keith, Barry, Dave and Rhys had the Gods on they’re side. Glorious sunshine and the winds died down just as they were shooting they’re first round.
Scores, Sue 21, Keith 24, Barry 17, Dave 21, and Rhys 19.

Squad one second round, started badly for yours truly, missing high one on the pairs followed by the repeat bird (daft bugger). Half way round the rain came down again along with the strong gusts of wind, ensuring that no one could get near the perfect score.
Scores, Ken 22, Glyn 22, Gwyn 21, Elfyn 18, and Sera 5.

Squad 2 round 2, guess what? Yes the sun comes out again, the jammy buggers.
Keith carries on his good work by posting the 2nd straight of the day finishing on a fantastic 49.
Scores, Keith 25, Sue, Dave and Rhys 21, and last but not least Barry on 16.

Final score out of 50, Keith 49, Glyn 47, Ken 45, Gwyn, Sue and Dave 42, Elfyn 39, Barry 33, and Sera 10.

Sporting:

The Bala lads, Dennis, Sion and Elgan joined us for the sporting in the afternoon.

A testing layout with totally different targets to the first qualifier, combined with a strong cold wind really tested the shooters stamina.
Split into two squads the suspense could be cut with a knife, with each squad not knowing how the other was doing. One elderly shooter had forgotten his choke key and had to shoot 40 yard birds with skeet and cylinder chokes (how daft can you get)

Elgan Pugh showed us the way with a truly fantastic 43/50 followed by his fellow Bala shooter Dennis Evans on 41. Both juniors shot well, with Rhys shooting a 38 and Sion on 37.

Final scores:
Elgan 43, Dennis 41, Gwyn and Rhys 38, Sion 37, Keith 36, Sue 34, Ken 33, W.G. 32, Dave and Elfyn 30, Barry 29, Bob 27, Christine 21, and Sera 17.

The last qualifier will be in 2 weeks time at Fauxdegla Shooting Ground.

Gwynedd’s first Skeet and Sporting Qualifier Results.

An overcast, dry and cold day greeted us to Mid Wales on Sunday 23rd of January.

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Sad Death of a Long Time Gwynedd Shooter..

With great sadness I have to inform members of the sad death of Derek Mead of Porthmadog at the relatively young age of 67.

Derek a great supporter of shooting in Gwynedd, died peacefully at home on January the 11th after a long illness.

A few years ago Derek shot skeet for Wales, something he was extremely proud of, and he made many good friends from all over the country.

He shot in the Gwynedd Skeet, Sporting, and All-Round teams for many years, and was an exceptional shot who loved the sport.

He was also a very keen fly fisherman, and he used to travel the lakes of North wales on a regular basis in the pursuit of his passion.

He will be sorely missed by all who knew him, God bless his soul.

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone whose taken part or just looked in on my friendly little blog.

It’s been an up and down first year, with people coming and going, some friendly banter, a bit of piss-taking, and some going over the top (won’t mention who, but you know who you are ).

Thank you one and all, have a great Christmas and I look forward to seeing you in the New Year at shoots all-over Wales..

Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda,

Ken.

100 Bird Fun Shoot at Llanbedrog.. 11-12-10

What a great day out at Llanbedrog Shooting School last Saturday.

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TK’s Dilemma, Internationals and County Shoots.

Should Counties be allowed to field as many internationals as they want?

Should County Finals be central or moved about year on year?

Do we need to have 3 qualifiers for most of the disciplines?

What’s the cost of becoming an International, uniforms, traveling, board and lodgings, etc?

Should the Internationals get financial support from the WCTSA?

Where should International Qualifiers be held, and should the rank and file have a say?

Great Day Out at The 2010 All-Round Final.

It was good to see 85 shooters from 6 counties turn up for the All Round County Final at Mid Wales Shooting Centre, 9 of those being Juniors/Colts.

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Mid Wales All-Round Disaster..

Yes, we had our final practise all-round (125 birds) at Mid Wales today, on the same day as Powys's all-round qualifier.

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How Long Have You Been Shooting Clays..

I started shooting clays back in 1993 when I was eerrmmmm 34, after months spent at home following a major operation. Went to a local shoot just to have a go and ended up well and truly hooked.
I’ve never really been able to afford it, but having a very understanding family has enabled me to average around 2000 targets a year.
So the kids went without food on the table and having to wear hand-me-downs, and the wife had to make her own make up out of weeds growing in the garden, and get her clothes from the local tip!!
SO WHAT, it was all worth it just to see those clays turn into dust on a regular basis (well some at least).

What made you start shooting and when did it happen??

Any Comments or Complaints About My Blog?

Anyone with any comments or complaint about my blog are welcome to contact me at any time.

Either comment on the blog or send me an email to contact@clayshooting.com

We are a happy band of bloggers who can take it on the chin should anyone be unhappy with any comment made.

This blog was created so like minded people from Wales with a passion for Clay Shooting could have their say be it good or bad.

I would never allow defamation or insults,  but genuine criticism (within reason) or praise is welcome.

My Blogs Back but there are a few problems..

As you can see, I've migrated the blog to a new server but it hasn't been trouble free.

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The New Fauxdegla Shooting Ground..

Today, I (Ken), Keith, Dave, and Barry, decided to try our hand at the registered All-Round shoot at the new Fauxdegla Shooting Ground.

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2010 Gwynedd All-Round Qualifier Report. 04-09-10

Really sunny weather at Mid Wales Shooting Ground made for a great day out.

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Fantastic Shoot at New Gwyndegla Shooting Ground.

The biggest, best, most thrilling shoot North Wales has ever seen was held today at the new Gwyndegla shooting ground.

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Need the help of a kind millionaire!!!

Not a begging letter, honest!!! Just desperate...

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