Ozfclass.com member donations to FCWC Team

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Ozfclass.com member donations to FCWC Team

Post by AlanF »

Hello forum members. The ozfclass.com website has been running since 2005. Those who were around at that time will remember that one of my main hopes for F-Class was that Australia would soon send another team to the World Championships (after the initial bid in 2002). Well, we didn't make it to South Africa in 2005 nor to Bisley in 2009, but this year we are finally going to do it =D>. On August 24th, 30 Australian F-Class shooters will begin competition in the F-Class World Championships at Raton, New Mexico. The leadup event is the US Nationals, comprising 4 days of 1000 yard shooting! The FCWC competition also runs over 4 days, with ranges from 800 to 1000 yards. The first two days are the individual competition followed by the teams. I have been selected as a shooter in our F-Class Open team, so will be there competing in all events. I intend to spend some time each evening reporting back to this forum to keep you up-to-date with our progress. I will be making a special effort to report every day, and to include photos and information which you will hopefully find interesting. This will not be easy with the long shooting days then reloading and other team commitments every night, but I see it as one of the main purposes of this forum to keep you informed about big events, and they don't come any bigger for F-Class than this!

Our management has asked team members to come up with ideas for fund-raising for the team. I'm wondering if some of you would like to support the team and would be prepared to chip in a few dollars? Just make a post on this thread and say how much you'd like to donate - no amount is too small. Each time someone donates I'll update the running total. Don't send any money yet - we'll sort out some simple payment options down the track. Just make a pledge and we'll catch up with you later. Your support will be appreciated.

To get things started I'll put in $100 from ozfclass.com.

    Running Total : $100
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Post by Brad Y »

Alan- a fine cause indeed, put me down for $50.
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Post by AlanF »

Thanks very much for that Brad.

    Running Total : $150
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Post by Norm »

Put me down for $50.
Good luck Alan and all the best for the team.
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Post by AlanF »

Thanks Norm. Much appreciated.

    Running Total : $200
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Post by ecomeat »

Alan,
Put me down for $50-00 please. Happy to support a great cause.
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Post by AlanF »

Thank you very much Tony.

This is a welcome surprise - 3 generous donations already.

    Running Total : $250
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Post by DaveMc »

Thank you very much Alan for doing this and those who have already pledged/plan to pledge.

As another suggestion for those of you who wish to help - Perhaps clubs could put out a tin at the local range (or workplace) and ask for gold coin donations and post the end collections in this area.



Thank you again =D>
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Post by Cameron Mc »

Thanks Alan for great idea.

Thanks to those who donated, it will be most appreciated.

Cam & Julie
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Post by AlanF »

Dave, Cam, Julie,

It's good to know the Team has support from the wider F-Class community. And its not all about the money. Knowing that we have people following our competition from back home will hopefully lift our performance when it matters.

I should mention to anyone else thinking about donating, $50 is at the upper end of what I was expecting - don't feel obliged to match it. The money will be most welcome for a variety of team expenses, but we don't want to be greedy.

Alan :D
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Post by Aubrey »

I'm happy to sponsor Froglube CLP kits for the team. Something they can travel with.

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Post by AlanF »

Thank you Aubrey. I think there will be a lot of interest. Will be in touch with you soon.
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Post by AlanF »

Stratford-Maffra Rifle Club has kindly donated an old target rifle which has been sold to forum member Seddo for $200. Thanks to both donor and buyer.

    Running Total : $450
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Post by Range Mum »

Great job Alan

I wish to applaude you and your idea =D> :lol:
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Post by Range Mum »

Thanks Aubrey

The team will be very appreciative of your donation
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