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https://www.kabc.com/the-gunslinger-hour/ This week, we'll be reporting on Winter Range on the Gunslinger Hour; (which is actually an hour and a half, for the next few weeks,) starting at 6:30-8:00 a.m., PST. Jeff is competing in the Classic Cowboy category, so he'll have stories to tell, while I'll be reporting LIVE from the Top Gun Shoot-off. Who will win? Tune in, this Sunday morning, live or via the Internet! It's our first live remote, so this should be a hoot! Listen in, and feel free to call in with any questions or comments at 1 (800) 222-5222. Cheers; see you in Arizona! FJT

Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls, those who enjoy shooting with Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls, and anyone else at Winter Range are all invited to the Classic Cowboy/Cowgirl Dinner at the Buffalo Chip Restaurant on Thursday, February 27, 2020. The Buffalo Chip is at 6823 Cave Creek Road, pretty much due east from Winter Range about 30 minutes off the Carefree highway. This is the occasion when we honor our winners of the Classic Cowboy/Classic Cowgirl Shootists of the Year for the previous year. This time we recognize Stirrup Trouble and Mattie Mahala West. Doors open at 6 pm for cocktail hour; dinner ($14.95 a person) is at 7 pm and the awards will take place shortly after dinner. The Buffalo Chip has facilities outside and inside, so we can work it whatever the weather dishes out. Let us know if you plan to come so we can get an approximate headcount—but don’t hesitate to come on out even if you haven’t told us. We will make room so we can recognize these great shooters who are willin’ to follow the Classic Way.

Classic Cowboy Dinner at Winter Range-Buffalo Chip 6:30 pm Thursday February 21. We are back at it again folks. At Winter Range we will have a whole heap of Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls, folks thinking about becoming Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls, and others who just enjoy being around us. So we like to have a get together for anyone who wants to come at which we recognize our Classic Cowboy and Cowgirl Shootists of the Year for the past year. These are folks who have shown themselves to be willing to shoot the big calibers one handed and master the mystery of the hammered shotgun while promoting the category for others to try. We had many worthy candidates, and our winners for 2018 are Major Art Tillery and Cayenne Kay. We will convene at the Buffalo Chip Saloon in Cave Creek for dinner at 6:30 Thursday February 21, which is the first day of the match. Here is a link to their website.https://buffalochipsaloon.com/ We know that the Cowboy Swap Meet has been changed to that day starting at 5:30 pm, but our hope is that you can get your shopping done early and come out. And we will be there for a good while, with the presentation of the Buckles taking place no earlier than 7:30. Lots of good times and camaraderie to be had. Put it on your schedule for Winter Range! Update: the Magnificent Seven (well, really Augustus Goodnight, but we asked him) have arranged for a cut rate deal on the Buffalo Chip dinner with a $14.95 all you can eat barbq deal. Just go through and tell them you are with the Classic Cowboy/Cowgirl Dinner. Drinks are on your own. They asked us for a headcount, so let us know if you are coming or hope to come. See you there! 2/20 Update: The Buffalo Chip has arranged for the dinner to be held inside. The waether should not be a problem. Come on down and honor our new Shootists of the year.

Texas Jack Black and A.J. McDraw would like to congratulate Grazer from the Harvard Massachusetts Ghostriders for winning First Place at the 2018 Winter Range as Senior Duelist. It inspires us both to shoot with a Champion Shooter back here in the East in the upcoming 2018 Cowboy Action Season. Good Job! Be be prepared to be video taped this season Grazer, we are watching your every Sr. Duelist Champion transition. ;-) and doing our homework. Nice way to start the season! Congrats!

The Magnificent Seven invite all Classics, occasional Classics, used-ta-be Classics, want-ta-be Classics, or just enjoy being around Classics to attend the newly revived Classic Cowboy Dinner at Winter Range on Thursday February 22. Just like the old days, we will be using the Buffalo Chip Saloon in Cave Creek ( 6823 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331). The Buffalo Chip has laid out a space for us to congregate and watch our honorees for this year—Chili Pepper Kid and Black Hills Barb, receive their awards for being voted the Classic Cowboy and Cowgirl Shootists of the Year for 2017 . The Buffalo Chip has made us a place around the campfire where we can celebrate the Classic Shooting style, catch up with old friends, and fete our latest honorees. (thanks to our newest Magnificent Seven member Augustus Goodnight for handling the arrangements at the Buffalo Chip.) We have scheduled the dinner for Thursday evening, February 22, during Winter Range. It does not conflict with any Winter Range dinners and food starts at 6:30 with the awards ceremony at 7:30. Just so we will have an idea of how many people to expect, let us know if you are planning to attend by replying to this post or sending me a PM, and we will add you to the list. Right now, here is who I know will be there: 1. Augustus Goodnight 2. Chili Pepper Kid +1 3. Dragon Hill Dave 4. Lodan B. Fast and Marie Laveau 5. Blacksmith Hoss and Grannie Annie 6. Omaha John and Complicated Lady 7. Peacemaker Mike and Pistol Packing Pammi 8. Whiskey Rick and Laura Lee 9. Cowboy Rick and Dimpled Darlin 10. Flying Shootist, Hail Hot Mary, and Medicine Creek Johnny 11. Serenity and Legendary Lawman 12. Cowtown Scout 13. Marshal Kane and Amy Kane 14. Gabby Walker and Carol 15. Bender +1 16. Sgt. O'Hara +1 17. Sgt. Rourke +1 18. Calico Cad +1 19. Willie Killem and Juana Killem 20. Pit Mule and Nellie Fontana 21. Charlie MacNeil 22. Squawty Bawdy, Shotglass, and Texas Jack Daniels 23. Bijou Blade, Tolinka, and Calico Cowgirl 24. Big Six Henderson and Cimarron Lil 25. Yellowstone Vic and Dakota Wildcat 26. Half a Hand Henri 27. Captain Midnight and Jan 28. G.W. Ryder and Joey Ann 29. Garrison Joe 30. Southwest Trapper and Alberta Annie 31. Blazen Vaquero and Sonora Blaze 32. Canadian Major +1 33. Holy Rider and Boothill Bandit 34. Deacon Doug and Annie B. Quick 35. Curly Bill and Honey Gun

I was one of the lucky ones to get a spot reserved at Winter Range with full hookups, confirmed. 35.00 fee to hold. Bad news. Two shoulder surgeries in late December has made me have to cancel my Winter Range trip. I still have the spot reserved. I can transfer the reservation. Any takers?

Hello! I'm with 12 News, KPNX-TV in Phoenix. I was at Ben Avery Saturday as a spectator. I took some fun photos and posted them on our website if you would like to share: http://www.12news.com/news/photos-winter-range-and-cowboy-action-shooting-at-ben-avery-shooting-range/417119878 You can send any more Winter Range pics you'd like to include to me -- astegen@12news.com I'm happy to add your photos to the gallery with credit to you. Thanks!

Winter Range is almost upon us, and the Classics are gathering. We have arranged with the folks at Winter Range to allow us to make our presentation of the Classic Cowboy/Cowgirl Shootist of the Year awards at the Saturday Night banquet. We will be recognizing our honorees The Tobin Kid and Marie Laveau at that time. If you are not signed up for the Saturday banquet, no problem--Winter Range sells tickets ($18) right up until mealtime. In the last few years we have made our presentation at a big get-together Classic Cowboy Dinner out in Cave Creek, but when our venue burned down, it put a little crimp in our style. While the venue has been re-built, we have decided that for this year we will make the awards at the Saturday banquet. But what about the dinner? We are going retro. Originally the Classic Cowboy get-togethers were meeting at a local restaurant and sharing a meal. Not as big and fancy, but true to the spirit of the original get-togethers when the Magnificent Seven was conceived. So on Tuesday night, Feb. 21, we are heading to Chili's near the Ben Avery range. We will meet there around 6:30. We urge all Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls to come, and other cowboys and cowgirls are welcome too. The Chili's is located at 34710 N. North Valley Pkwy and the phone number is (623) 580-4100. Hope to see you there!

American Pioneer Powder Winter Range Sale. Talked to Brett today. The sale was supposed to end Jan 30, but now it will end Feb 5th. Thank you for having ordered our products in the past. If you are running low on powder or want to stock up at a very low price, we are offering promotional pricing for Winter Range under the sales code Range 17 (expires 2/5/17) which is listed below. Special Discounted Pricing!!! 1 Case Order Pricing Normal Price is $22.50 per bottle delivered Winter Range Special - Deduct $15.00 per Case - Save$15.00 2 Case Order Pricing Normal Price is $20.50 per bottle delivered Winter Range Special - Deduct $15.00 per Case - Save $30.00 4 Case Order Pricing Normal Price is $19.50 per bottle delivered Winter Range Special - Deduct $20.00 per Case - Save $80.00 8 Case Order Pricing Normal Price is $18.75 per bottle delivered Winter Range Special - Deduct $20.00 per Case - Save $160.00 Any and all offers only valid for shipment to addresses within the continental United States and subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. Please call us at Toll Free 888-423-2310 (seven days a week) to order. Thank you, Brett

Cowgirls...Are you ready to work on Transitions to speed up your game? Well this is the time to do it! The Doily Gang will be hosting a Ladies Only Clinic (for all ages) at the 2017 National Championship (Winter Range). This is a clinic to work on TRANSITIONS! The agenda has been changed to allow for more one-on-one coaching. So if you have attended in the past, you might want to sign up again. *NOTE: We will first sign up those students who did not attend the clinic in 2016. Those that attended in 2016 can sign up, but will be placed on the alternate list. We will notify all alternates as soon as possible if they will or will not be able to attend. Cost: $30 per shooter (paid at the berm); proceeds will be go to the SASS Scholarship Fund. Instructors: Top Lady Shooters Belinda Belle Bonnie MacFarlane Crazy Little Woman Dixie Bell Echo Meadows Half-A-Hand-Henri Honey B Quick Kathouse Kelli Sassy Dancer Shamrock Sadie Texas Tiger Two Sons Whirlwind Wendy Registration: Please Contact the Doily Gang at info@doilygang.com by Feb. 7, 2015 (registration will fill up quickly) Maximum # of Students: 40 ... Sorry, we are unable to take walk-ups for this clinic, so sign up soon. We will have an alternate list and if there are cancellations, we will notify students as soon as possible. *NOTE: We will first sign up those students who did not attend the clinic in 2016. Those that attended in 2016 can sign up, but will be placed on the alternate list. We will notify all alternates as soon as possible if they will or will not be able to attend. When: Tuesday, Feb. 21st, 2017 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM) Please arrive 15 minutes prior to clinic start time (for payment and registration). The Doily Gang will be handling registration for this clinic. Where: Stages 1-4 What to bring: Everything you would bring to shoot a stage: Pistols (and holsters), Rifle, Shotgun (and SG belt) Minimum Rounds: 40 pistol, 40 Rifle, 20 SG Stool (something to sit on) Cowgirl Attitude & Heart Topics: Quick safety briefing starting in the clinic bay Tips on TRANSITIONS with all guns Participants will shoot their guns (one-on-one critiques will be provided); This has been changed to allow for more one-on-one coaching Again, please Contact the Doily Gang at info@doilygang.com by Feb. 7, 2015 to register.

Yo! Pards! I'm looking for recommendations for RV Parks within short driving time to Ben Avery Range for Winder Range. I'm taking my trailer and wonder if any of you have one at which you stay and like? Thanks a heap! Major Pain St. George, Utah

Cowgirls...Are you ready to work on Transitions to speed up you game? Well this is the time to do it! The Doily Gang will be hosting a Ladies Only Clinic (for all ages) at the 2016 National Championship (Winter Range). This is not an introduction to Cowboy Shooting, but a clinic to work on TRANSITIONS. Cost: $30 per shooter (paid at the berm); proceeds will be go to the SASS Scholarship Fund. Instructors: Belinda Belle Crazy Little Woman Dixie Bell Half-A-Hand-Henri Honey B Quick SASS Kicker Shamrock Sadie Whirlwind Wendy Registration: Please Contact the Doily Gang at info@doilygang.com by Feb. 9, 2015 (registration will fill up quickly) Maximum # of Students: 45 ... Sorry, we are unable to take walk-ups for this clinic, so sign up soon. We will have an alternate list and if there are cancellations, we will notify students as soon as possible. *NOTE: We will first sign up those students who did not attend the clinic in 2015. Those that attended in 2015 can sign up, but will be placed on the alternate list. We will notify all alternates as soon as possible if they will or will not be able to attend. When: Tuesday, Feb. 23rd (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM) Please arrive 15 minutes prior to clinic start time (for payment and registration). The Doily Gang will be handling registration for this clinic. Where: Stages 1-4 What to bring: Everything you would bring to shoot a stage: Pistols (and holsters), Rifle, Shotgun (and SG belt) Minimum Rounds: 40 pistol, 40 Rifle, 20 SG Stool (something to sit on) Cowgirl Attitude & Heart Topics: Quick safety briefing starting in the clinic bay Tips on TRANSITIONS with all guns Participants will shoot their guns (one-on-one critiques will be provided)

The Doily Gang will be hosting a Ladies Only Clinic (for all ages) at 2015 National Championship Winter Range. This is not an introduction to Cowboy Shooting, but a clinic to provide tips on how to improve your game. Cost: $20 per shooter; proceeds will be go to the SASS Scholarship Fund. Instructors: Belinda Belle Crazy Little Woman Dixie Bell Half-A-Hand-Henri Honey B Quick Shamrock Sadie Two Sons Whirlwind Wendy Registration: Contact the Doily Gang at info@doilygang.com by Feb. 9, 2015 (registration will fill up quickly) Maximum # of Students: 30 Sorry, we are unable to take walk-ups for this clinic, so sign up soon. We will have an alternate list and if there are cancellations, we will notify students as soon as possible. *NOTE: We will sign up those students who did not attend the clinic in 2014. Those that attended last year can sign up, but will be placed on the alternate list. We will notify all alternates as soon as possible if they will or will not be able to attend. When: Tuesday, Feb. 24th 2:30 PM 5:30 PM Please arrive 15 minutes prior to clinic start time (for payment and registration). The Doily Gang will be handling registration for this clinic. What to bring: Everything you would bring to shoot a stage: Pistols (and holsters), Rifle, Shotgun (and SG belt) Minimum Rounds: 40 pistol, 40 Rifle, 20 SG Cowgirl Attitude & Heart Topics: Quick safety briefing Tips on shooting Pistols, Rifle (including reloads), and SG (SxS and 97). Note: We will also have instructors for those that shoot duelist/gunfighter Transitions with guns Staging your guns Practicing Participants will shoot their guns in the last hour of the clinic (one-on-one critiques will be provided)

Anyone from North Florida or North Georgia driving to Winter Range? Looking for a ride for my guns and ammo. Happy to chip in on gas. Thanks.

All during Winter Range people were asking me where American Pioneer Powder was. Later I found out. American Pioneer Powder planned to be at Winter Range. A lot of shooters buy powder from them there because the prices are low. A combination of cold weather and high sales left them with no powder to take. But they posted a sign offering to ship the powder at WR prices with no shipping or hazmat fees. LINK TO APP WINTER RANGE OFFER AS POSTED AT WR