A little over a year ago I could never imagine that I would love this sport. Not even in my wildest dreams I could see my picture holding a shotgun!
I am a creative spirit and decorating, designing or holding a brush with a blob of oil paint was (and actually still is) a passion of mine. Holding a shotgun? ... Neeeh... - big stretch!
There is something very attractive about a shotgun. The receiver part which is actually it's heart, is almost always beautifully engraved. These are an exquisite works of art.
It takes a lot of skill, artistic talent and imagination to achieve this kind of a result. And also I am very positive that a little of the artist's soul is included in these masterpieces. All of them are one of a kind, so unique. Look at the pictures and judge for yourself. Be at awe just by looking at them...
This is what got me interested in the shotgun first...then the people I met, the camaraderie, the willingness to support and help. It's like playing golf but ... with a shotgun. Discipline and practice. I made lots of great friends while trying to conquer the skill and techniques.
The challenge of sporting clays lies in the fact that you shoot at nearly an infinite variety of targets. The game requires a fine balance between the well-honed instincts of a good wing shot and the controlled, measured performance of a clay target veteran.
It takes a lot of practice in order to get a 'feel for the skill'. It is a challenge! I try to understand the game, memorize the presentations, get more knowledge to become better...It is an addiction! It is a healthy addiction for that matter.
Sporting clays shooting is one of our western traditions. I have discovered this wonderful sport and with my competitive streak I intend to get better. I hope to meet more interesting people, make many more good friends and spread the word about this great and challenging sport.
Would you like to give it a try? I would love to have you as my guest at my club at Quail Ridge in Tecumseh, OK or Silverleaf in Guthrie, OK both of them just miles from metro OKC.
LET'S BRAKE SOME CLAY TOGETHER!
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon
PS. Yes, it is me in the pic above...
Bo in Yukon
Experience isn't expensive, it's PRICELESS!
Hi Bo~ I have to admit that this is a very unique sport. I have never tried it , so I can't say too much. I say it is great if you have a passion for it. That shot gun really is pretty! I did not know they made pretty shotguns! My husband's shotguns aren't really pretty.
Vickie - thanks for stopping by...this is not a unique sport, we just don't talk much about it because of a political climate...this sport carries a huge tradition of our ancestors...
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon
Bo, what fun! I would love to try this - wonder if there is a place in Kansas City that has clay shooting?
Maria - awesome! whenever you are in OkC just give me a ring and we will go together.....Kansas has about 17 sporting clays parks...big tradition in your state! Just call Powder Creek Shooting Park 913-422-5063 in Lenexa, Ks which is south of Kansas City; or Ravenwood Lodge, Topeka, KS 1800-656-2454. Have fun Girl! you are in for an experience of a lifetime!
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon
Maria - I just recalled that I will be Shady Creek Shooting Club for the tournament (Wichita area) this weekend...if you would like to give it a try just call me and I will show you around.
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon
Thanks, Bo! Don't know if I can get to Wichita this weekend but maybe. What day and time is the event?
Maria - we will be there this coming Saturday starting the tournament between 9 and 10 in the morning. Usually it takes 2 to 3 hrs to shoot the course. It would be fun to meet you so give me a call at 405-812-1572 if you will be able to make it there...
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon
Hi Bo, The metal work shown in your pictures is beautiful.
Shirley, it is gorgeous...such a pleasure to look at and think about the artist and what he wanted to convey...
with smiles,
Bo in Yukon
Bo,
You are never old to try anything! My husband and I just took up mountain bike riding and love it! ENJOY!
Michelle - mountain bike riding? Wow, brave souls ... I am getting tired just by thinking about it! LOL...Thanks for visiting and have fun with your new hobby...
With smiles,
Bo in Yukon