Camp Perry Interview with Paul Feeney
How did you know about Perry?
Have heard about it for years through the shooting
fraternity.
Why go to Perry?
All shooters should try to get
there at least once in a lifetime. It is almost a religious requirement like the
ragheads doing their haj to Mecca.
What did you think about Perry?
This is a difficult question to answer in a short sentence. General
impression was ‘impressive’. The system is good over there but not to be
followed slavishly here.
Do you think you were made
welcome? Why?
Very much so. People seemed to be
genuinely impressed that we would spend the time and money traveling to attend
their shoot.
What rifle/rifles did you shoot
at Perry?
AR 15.
What matches did you shoot at
Perry?
All except the wet weather days.
Favourite match?
Rattle battle.
While at Perry, what did you
think about the people there (shooters, visitors, staff, services)?
Excellent. On the line, in the
butts or in the office all were friendly and helpful.
What was the best thing about
Perry?
Shooting the AR.
What about Perry didn’t you
like?
Lack of descent food on the range.
What surprised you the most?
The large number of volunteer
staff that attend each year.
What disappointed you the most?
My poor performance.
Thoughts on CMP?
Excellent. What a wonderful programme.
Thoughts on NRA?
Disappointing. Thought the 100
anniversary would have attracted more shooters.
What home comfort did you miss
the most?
An electric jug.
Would you encourage others to go
to Perry, and why?
Yes. See above for the pilgrimage thing.
Advise to those going next time?
More advice on the nitty gritty things eg wet weather
gear for trolly,- detailed advice on the layout
of the place,- advice on the sequence of doing things eg registration, sign on
etc.
Will you be back to Perry?
Hopefully, yes.
Those you would like to thank?
Clint and Glen for their help and
hospitality in Texas, DW for the time and effort put into the organisation esp
getting the team gear made up and distributed. Matt and Chris for putting up
with a silly old fart. Special thanks to Bob for collecting and storing our
equipment.
Describe your daily shooting
experiences:
All were good even if the results were
disappointing.
- CMP Presidents 100
- CMP National Trophy Individual
- CMP Hurst Doubles This is a great event.
- CMP National Trophy Teams
- CMP National Trophy Infantry Teams (Rattle Battle) this is the best.
- NRA Rumbold Teams
- NRA Day 1
- NRA Day 2
- NRA Day 3
- NRA Day 4
How was your overall
performance?
Disappointing.
What did you learn?
Heaps. Not only from a personal shooting perspective but also from an
organisational point of view.