JohnWesleyHardin Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Taking off from Iowa in my camper to go to EOT. It will be my first one. I can't wait to get there. Any advice from any seasoned veterans out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafe Conager SASS #56958 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Hydrate!even if you're not thirsty, bring plenty of ammo and money, I'll be there Tuesday. Rafe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay Thornton Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Good luck John Wesley! Didn't know you were going down there! Make the Iowa folks proud sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 It's just another match... Don't stress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Soak it all in, you’ll be busy. If I can answer any questions stop by the gate and ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Lizard Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 2 hours ago, JohnWesleyHardin said: Taking off from Iowa in my camper to go to EOT. It will be my first one. I can't wait to get there. Any advice from any seasoned veterans out there? Have fun.....And lots of water does not hurt... Texas Lizard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe, SASS #60708 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Breathe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokestack SASS#87384 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Drink more than just water. Make sure you get some electrolytes in you also. It’s very easy to get dehydrated there because if the altitude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 39 minutes ago, Smokestack SASS#87384 said: Drink more than just water. Make sure you get some electrolytes in you also. It’s very easy to get dehydrated there because if the altitude. Don't any of you guys ski???? It's only like 7k altitude... Not like yer going to Base Camp at Everest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Lizard Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 23 minutes ago, Phantom, SASS #54973 said: Don't any of you guys ski???? It's only like 7k altitude... Not like yer going to Base Camp at Everest 7k from 300ft...Still has some problems...And I am not in the shape I was hoping for... Texas Lizard How was base camp at Everest??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 39 minutes ago, Texas Lizard said: 7k from 300ft...Still has some problems...And I am not in the shape I was hoping for... Texas Lizard How was base camp at Everest??? Refreshing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Yep, stay hydrated, slop on high-PF sunscreen and go easy on the adult beverages after shooting. When dining at a local restaurant when the waiter asks "red or green" inquire which is hotter before making your selection if you are not used to spicy foods. Keep your guns covered when not shooting. It can get very dusty during EOT. Are your camping on range? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 The advice we got on our first trip, hydrate, lip balm, sunscreen, eye drops, nasal saline spray, sinus rinse, electrolytes and remember it's a marathon not a sprint. For for those of us that live at 600' and never been skiing except on water, the air seems pretty thin at 7000'. try Chili Hills and Pizza Barn in Edgewood. Most of all have fun, it's a great time. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Man Graybeard Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 As long as none of your “buddies” will be there...you should do alright... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 15 hours ago, Phantom, SASS #54973 said: Don't any of you guys ski???? It's only like 7k altitude... Not like yer going to Base Camp at Everest 7000 ft is indeed like going to "base camp" for some people. The altitude is one of the major reasons that I no longer attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Duroc Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Good Luck JWH! Looks like some good advice from some seasoned folks. Just go have fun. Scores/times are just a happy by-product of all your work. Just do you. Report back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Snakebite said: 7000 ft is indeed like going to "base camp" for some people. The altitude is one of the major reasons that I no longer attend. Sorry to hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgavin Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 We lived several years at 6500 feet. Huffing and Puffing is socially acceptable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Assuming relatively healthy lungs, there are things you can do to improve your lung capacity... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rainmaker, SASS #11631 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 yeah, like live in Denver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabez Cowboy,SASS # 50129 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Look out for Whistling Will from Canada ,,,, He bites Not really ,,,,, He's a fine young Man ... Just don't tell him I said So ... Jabez Cowboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellbender Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 12 hours ago, Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 said: The advice we got on our first trip, hydrate, lip balm, sunscreen, eye drops, nasal saline spray, sinus rinse, electrolytes and remember it's a marathon not a sprint. For for those of us that live at 600' and never been skiing except on water, the air seems pretty thin at 7000'. try Chili Hills and Pizza Barn in Edgewood. Most of all have fun, it's a great time. Randy So what will it be like for those of us who live at 0'? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabez Cowboy,SASS # 50129 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Hell,,,,, so you should feel right at Home Jabez Cowboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 48 minutes ago, Hellbender said: So what will it be like for those of us who live at 0'? The air will seem a bit thin. We’ll miss our humidity (thankfully). Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 49 minutes ago, Hellbender said: So what will it be like for those of us who live at 0'? Walk at a reasonable pace, take the shuttle up the hill to your RV if camping onsite and go easy on the adult beverages and you will do fine. However if you have trouble getting enough oxygen at sea level FR could be hard on you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellbender Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 said: The air will seem a bit thin. We’ll miss our humidity (thankfully). Randy Thanks. But I sure won't miss our humidity at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellbender Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 said: Walk at a reasonable pace, take the shuttle up the hill to your RV if camping onsite and go easy on the adult beverages and you will do fine. However if you have trouble getting enough oxygen at sea level FR could be hard on you. Thanks for the advice. I do get plenty of oxygen at sea level so I guess I'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgun Clay Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 7 hours ago, The Rainmaker, SASS #11631 said: yeah, like live in Denver Lot's of Albuquerque is a mile or higher, but we're not anal about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgun Clay Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 6 hours ago, Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 said: go easy on the adult beverages My family all lives at sea level (on the water), when Miss Mari and I got married we had the reception at the restaurant on top of Sandia Crest (10,678 feet). One bottle of champagne per table practically had them all napping. Great economy measure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 29 minutes ago, Shotgun Clay said: Lot's of Albuquerque is a mile or higher, but we're not anal about it. Did you guys know that you are more the... What... Burglary Capitol of the nation... Something like that. But yer not anal about that either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rainmaker, SASS #11631 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Shotgun Clay said: Lot's of Albuquerque is a mile or higher, but we're not anal about it. Um... maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 46 minutes ago, Phantom, SASS #54973 said: Did you guys know that you are more the... What... Burglary Capitol of the nation... Something like that. But yer not anal about that either Nope, per capita #1 in auto thefts and a murder rate exceeding Chicago or Baltimore. ABQ is gangland. I had to move out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tucker McNeely Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Don’t tell anyone down about your visit to the urologist like you did at Landrun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgun Clay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 22 minutes ago, Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 said: Nope, per capita #1 in auto thefts and a murder rate exceeding Chicago or Baltimore. ABQ is gangland. I had to move out. When I lived in ABQ it didn't bother me much. I worked for a while in Washington DC's war zone. They had more murders within 5 blocks of where I was than all of Bernalillo county. Plus I couldn't pack heat in DC (although I did). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgun Clay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 1 hour ago, Phantom, SASS #54973 said: Did you guys know that you are more the... What... Burglary Capitol of the nation... Something like that. But yer not anal about that either Usually in most things we're last in the nation, although Mississippi comes through on a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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