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Title: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, MN
Post by: Riley/MN on December 30, 2016, 05:44:36 AM
The TMA has pretty much taken over this event. Now we just gotta spread the word enough to get more folks to come out.

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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on January 05, 2017, 08:49:23 PM
I wanted to bump this up to the top for better exposure
Hopefully we can make it this year Riley we are going to to try and rent a cabin there
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon
Post by: Riley/MN on January 07, 2017, 12:08:27 PM
:hairy
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Winter Hawk on January 28, 2017, 09:56:47 PM
So how much snow is there?  SE Ohio had a sprinkling yesterday, it was gone within a half hour. :shock:

I can't make it, but will be there in spirit!

~WH~
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on January 30, 2017, 10:28:50 AM
Quote from: "Winter Hawk"
So how much snow is there?  SE Ohio had a sprinkling yesterday, it was gone within a half hour. :shock:

I can't make it, but will be there in spirit!

~WH~

Thanks! We had snow, then it almost all melted. Then we got more, and it is snowing now. I have not been out to camp, but should be out there for polar Cubs on the 2/10-11 weekend...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 03, 2017, 04:44:30 PM
Hey guys, we could use a bit of help with prizes for the biathlon. It is a month away and I have nothing. The TMA has taken over this event, but the Scout camp is going to keep the money made as registration fees for camp rental (we do rent the whole camp for the day, after all).

Anyway, the TMA is willing to spend some money on the event, but I hate to spend our money if I can get some prizes donated. Anybody got "stuf" they aren't using anymore?

Thanks
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on February 03, 2017, 04:49:21 PM
I will find some stuff
Anything goes or are you looking for something specific
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 03, 2017, 04:55:00 PM
Rendezvous/black powder stuff mostly. I am wondering about some lampwick for snowshoe bindings. I will have to see what I have left. Theings relevant to the event would be good.

Thanks
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on February 03, 2017, 05:13:40 PM
OK I have a nice powder horn and some accoutrements like short starters etc I can bring I'll post pics for you to OK before other wise I'll keep looking
We should call around maybe we can get some sponsors next year to chip in some stuff
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 06, 2017, 10:24:47 AM
Quote from: "Lonewolfe20"
OK I have a nice powder horn and some accoutrements like short starters etc I can bring I'll post pics for you to OK before other wise I'll keep looking
We should call around maybe we can get some sponsors next year to chip in some stuff

I have tried that in the past w/o much luck, but if you can think of anybody to try...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Roaddog on February 14, 2017, 09:57:16 AM
I have som things I'll bring on Sat.See ya at the fort.
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 14, 2017, 10:34:48 AM
That's great Roadddog! Look forward to seeing youse guys
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Uncle Russ on February 14, 2017, 04:48:14 PM
Riley, all youse guys are to be complimented on the effort you put forth into this!
On behalf of the entire TMA Membership, we wish you great success!
 :hairy


Uncle Russ...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 15, 2017, 11:36:13 AM
Thanks Uncle Russ! (can you send us some snow...?) HA
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Paulk on February 15, 2017, 03:38:10 PM
I'm going to make every effort to get there.  If there isn't enough snow are we carrying our snowshoes on our back?
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Uncle Russ on February 16, 2017, 01:54:19 AM
Quote from: "Riley/MN"
Thanks Uncle Russ! (can you send us some snow...?) HA

Yes Sir, Yes Sir, three train loads.
All from my yard....worst winter ever here, and you good folks that really need all this snow ain't got it. Hardly seems fair, wouldn't ya say?

Anyway, I wish you guys the best. You've planed and worked hard, and "by-golly" you deserve it.

 :hairy

Uncle Russ...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 17, 2017, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: "Paulk"
I'm going to make every effort to get there.  If there isn't enough snow are we carrying our snowshoes on our back?

Yeah, that is the plan. Just found out I have to tweak the course some too, but that is okay - we have about 260 acres out there....
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: peterh on February 18, 2017, 08:54:43 PM
Not going to be much snow this year is there?. But I can not make it to this event as I will be in Minneapolis for 5 days, but am going to try and make the new ulm trade fair on Sunday, next week.
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 20, 2017, 12:40:57 PM
New Ulm is in March. On the 11-12 weekend.
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 20, 2017, 01:01:31 PM
Quote from: "Riley/MN"
New Ulm is in March. On the 11-12 weekend.

Which yes, that is the weekend after the biathlon. I was thinking you were saying "next weekend" - I'm okay now...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 24, 2017, 12:18:54 PM
Who's been helping me pray for snow? It looks like it worked! now if it just holds on for another week....
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on February 24, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
How much did you get over there
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 24, 2017, 12:52:12 PM
maybe a foot in rochester? hard to say, but they are saying there is more on the way! I am wearing my happy face...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: peterh on February 24, 2017, 10:53:47 PM
I miss the 60's we had at the begin of the week, 12inches here in Austin, and it made the snow blower grunt a bit.

  Looks like the 30's coming back by Friday. Can hope, but as I will be in the twin city's at the airport Hilton from the 2nd through the 6th, I wont be bothered by snow!!. ;)
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on February 24, 2017, 11:53:40 PM
Lucky dog we had 8" or so
The cattle yards had just started to dry up for us
Looking forward to coming over for the shoot
Is there anyone over there to rent some snowshoes for kids
My source here fell through and now I'm scrambling
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on February 27, 2017, 04:15:17 PM
The camp has some army surplus shoes. How small are the kids?
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on February 27, 2017, 04:29:04 PM
I have a 5 a12and maybe 2 16 year olds  
That are hopefully going
They are all smaller
I wanted to make some but have been so busy around the farm I haven't had time
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 01, 2017, 12:49:56 PM
I just verified with the camp that we will be able to use theirs. They might be large for a 5 yr old...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on March 01, 2017, 01:21:53 PM
That sounds awesome
I will Hopefully be more prepared next year for the kids but I'm trying g to finish a small rifle for him now that's taking all my time
I really appreciate all you've done for this
How are we on the awards did you get enough
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 01, 2017, 05:53:57 PM
I think we have some nice awards, and got a couple more inches of snow this morning! Lots of warm weather though.
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 05, 2017, 08:07:13 PM
Well folks, we had a great day for a biathlon! It was a great event due in large part to the efforts of Axe, and many prizes were provided by both Axe & roaddog! I don't suppose you guys would want to see some pictures, would you?
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 05, 2017, 08:45:07 PM
A couple shots of our youngest competitors. This to me is what the TMA is all about...
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: amm1851 on March 05, 2017, 09:00:21 PM
Great pictures!  Seems like a fun event. I wish we had something like this around here.
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on March 05, 2017, 09:14:36 PM
A huge thank you to Riley Axe and Roaddog
We had a blast and can't wait to go again next year
If at all anymore TMA members can go it is sure worth the trip
This was so well setup and kid friendly
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Lonewolfe20 on March 05, 2017, 09:17:58 PM
Here's a couple more of the crew
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: amm1851 on March 06, 2017, 02:30:12 AM
Great pictures! Looks like some mountain men on the hunt for buffler!  :)
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Roaddog on March 06, 2017, 09:04:42 AM
This is somethin that the yung buckskiners well tell there grand kids abought.Thank goes out to The TMA and Riley and Axe for all the time and hard work they put in on this grate event.
Lonewolfe20 thank you for taking your yung buckskiners on the long trip to come and join the fun. :hairy
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Ohio Joe on March 06, 2017, 02:16:27 PM
Nice job fellas!  :bl th up
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 09, 2017, 03:20:15 PM
Tried to post a powerpoint here, but I guess that is not going to work. I will load some pics individually, I guess...
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 09, 2017, 03:23:30 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 09, 2017, 03:26:23 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 09, 2017, 03:29:24 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 09, 2017, 03:33:04 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Winter Hawk on March 09, 2017, 04:18:08 PM
Cool!  Looks like a good time was had, even if there wasn't really enough snow to warrant webs.   :Doh!  I surely miss it!

~WH~
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: amm1851 on March 09, 2017, 04:33:31 PM
Looks like fun! Thanks for sharing the pictures. How many shooters took part?
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Roaddog on March 12, 2017, 09:48:18 AM
Shining times for sure!Thanks for the looksee and all the hard work ya'll put in on it. :hairy
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Riley/MN on March 13, 2017, 02:20:44 PM
We had 20 shooters and several "lookers" - Hoping for more next year. More snow too, with a possible move to the last weekend in February...
Title: Re: 2017 GSR/TMA Primitive Biathlon-Mar 4, 2017-Rochester, M
Post by: Uncle Russ on March 13, 2017, 03:14:49 PM
Quote from: "Riley/MN"
We had 20 shooters and several "lookers" - Hoping for more next year. More snow too, with a possible move to the last weekend in February...

A big Thank You for all the effort you guys put into this!
Those pictures are nothing short of pure eye-candy!

Uncle Russ...