A family in need.

[gophergunner]

Deadeye-I'm sure this will all get put to good use.  I asked the father if he needed a scope for his 30-30, but it's an older Model 94 and he would need a side mount-it's not an Angle Eject, and he will just stay with the open sights.  I will be sending him a sling and swivels for it as well as a gun case.

Thanks again to everyone who's helping out here.

[Rebel SS]

Well, my items (stainless steel Thermos, stainless steel Thermos coffee mug holder, hunting lock-blade knife with sheath) are all packed and ready to ship out Monday...

Watch yer mail, Gopher!!   

[Rebel SS]

Let's step it up guys!!!!!!!   

[HD]

Just checked what I got....
I have a used XL jacket & bibs (blaze orange camo)
A pair of used men's size 12 Sorel's boots
A couple never worn, camo baseball caps.
A set of camo decoy picking gloves....

Might have more, just gotta look...

[gophergunner]

Just checked what I got....
I have a used XL jacket & bibs (blaze orange camo)
A pair of used men's size 12 Sorel's boots
A couple never worn, camo baseball caps.
A set of camo decoy picking gloves....

Might have more, just gotta look...

Thanks HD.  It will all get put to good use.

[gophergunner]

I believe I've responded to everyone's PM's and inquiries here so far.  If I missed anyone, don't be afraid to let me know.  I'm thrilled with how this is going, and I'm finding I've got to keep up with this every few hours or it gets too far ahead of me, so if anyone hasn't heard back from me, please PM me again.  I think I'll compile a list weekly of what we've come up with.  I talked to  Shane, and I will be bringing this up to them most like one or two weeks before Christmas on Sunday depending on my work schedule.  I can't possibly say thank you enough guys.

[Rebel SS]

I wish I coulda got something for the girl, I feel bad about that. Can some of you guys get her like some colored art drawing pencils and stuff? Drawing pad? Don't want to leave her behind in this....  I know what it's like to get little or nothing for Christmas, and a teen has it hard enough because of their situation...and ya know what? Ya never forget it, either....

[gophergunner]

I wish I coulda got something for the girl, I feel bad about that. Can some of you guys get her like some colored art drawing pencils and stuff? Drawing pad? Don't want to leave her behind in this....  I know what it's like to get little or nothing for Christmas, and a teen has it hard enough because of their situation...and ya know what? Ya never forget it, either....

I'm going to see what comes in, and then buy some supplies for her in addition to that.  I'll be talking to the father as soon as tonight.  I hope to have more info then.  Thanks again guys.

[Boar]

reb that why I challenged everyon 2 match me 20 bucks for the girl, teens love money, I think 3-4 have matched me so far

[Rebel SS]

Oh, I did not see that, Jeff, my mistake! Good job! We'll make one family happy, by god!!!   

[mike89]

and if hers funds gets short kite me and I'll kick in again again gopher....

[Rebel SS]

and if hers funds gets short kite me and I'll kick in again again gopher....

OK, no need to repeat repeat...

[mike89]

that's what could happen!!!  nothing better than another check!!

[gophergunner]

I don't want anyone to have to pony up for this twice.  We will have a very nice package of packages for them. guys.  Thanks to all who've stepped forward so far.  Anyone interested in contributing, we'd love to have you be a part of this. We've all been there before at one time or another.  Dad was a carpenter by trade, and I well remember some pretty lean winters when his work petered out and he didn't get a deer.  My brother and I did a lot of small game hunting, and while we viewed it as fun, we were putting a good bit of the meat on the table.  I trapped, sold squirrel tales to Mepps, turtle meat to a local restaurant-anything I could do to make a buck, and most of it went to Mom and Dad to help keep the lights on and the house warm.  Everyone's got their own struggles.  I'm just glad we have a chance to help these folks out.

[Boar]

That's what wer suppose to do, give back, when times are good, share the wealth...

[Rebel SS]

I don't want anyone to have to pony up for this twice.  We will have a very nice package of packages for them. guys.  Thanks to all who've stepped forward so far.  Anyone interested in contributing, we'd love to have you be a part of this. We've all been there before at one time or another.  Dad was a carpenter by trade, and I well remember some pretty lean winters when his work petered out and he didn't get a deer.  My brother and I did a lot of small game hunting, and while we viewed it as fun, we were putting a good bit of the meat on the table.  I trapped, sold squirrel tales to Mepps, turtle meat to a local restaurant-anything I could do to make a buck, and most of it went to Mom and Dad to help keep the lights on and the house warm.  Everyone's got their own struggles.  I'm just glad we have a chance to help these folks out.

Well said.

 I remember I once had to eat Glenn's bluegills.         

[glenn57]

I don't want anyone to have to pony up for this twice.  We will have a very nice package of packages for them. guys.  Thanks to all who've stepped forward so far.  Anyone interested in contributing, we'd love to have you be a part of this. We've all been there before at one time or another.  Dad was a carpenter by trade, and I well remember some pretty lean winters when his work petered out and he didn't get a deer.  My brother and I did a lot of small game hunting, and while we viewed it as fun, we were putting a good bit of the meat on the table.  I trapped, sold squirrel tales to Mepps, turtle meat to a local restaurant-anything I could do to make a buck, and most of it went to Mom and Dad to help keep the lights on and the house warm.  Everyone's got their own struggles.  I'm just glad we have a chance to help these folks out.

Well said.

 I remember I once had to eat Glenn's bluegills.         

fine, I'll bring ya carp next time!

[Rebel SS]

 

[attachment deleted by admin]

[gophergunner]

I don't want anyone to have to pony up for this twice.  We will have a very nice package of packages for them. guys.  Thanks to all who've stepped forward so far.  Anyone interested in contributing, we'd love to have you be a part of this. We've all been there before at one time or another.  Dad was a carpenter by trade, and I well remember some pretty lean winters when his work petered out and he didn't get a deer.  My brother and I did a lot of small game hunting, and while we viewed it as fun, we were putting a good bit of the meat on the table.  I trapped, sold squirrel tales to Mepps, turtle meat to a local restaurant-anything I could do to make a buck, and most of it went to Mom and Dad to help keep the lights on and the house warm.  Everyone's got their own struggles.  I'm just glad we have a chance to help these folks out.

Well said.

 I remember I once had to eat Glenn's bluegills.         

fine, I'll bring ya carp next time!

I was going to make a smart alec remark about them strangely tasting like carp, but you beat me to it!

[gophergunner]

Sunday morning update:  The ball is definitely rolling.  I received the first box of gear yesterday, with more on it's way.  I figured it's time know the names of the kids we're doing this for.  Samanatha (Sam) and Wyatt are the kids.  Shane has told me the mom is in tears over what we're doing.  Shane refuses to tell me what he needs, and all we've been told that Mom needs is a winter coat.  I have a question for the group:
Shane told me his daughter is allergic to bee stings, and I asked if they have epipens for her and he said no.  I am allergic to bee stings also, and have at least 4 epipens.  Do you guys think I'd be okay giving her an epi pen?  I'm going to buy them all the fixings for a holiday meal.  My wife and I plan on taking everything to them one to two weeks before Christmas so they've got it in plenty of time for opening.
I've been involved in several of these holiday efforts over the years with and through different groups, and I have to say this one is very moving, guys.  I can't thank you guys enough for what you're doing here.  Should anyone ever need anything, please be sure to make me your first call.

Many, many thanks,

Jeff

[mike89]

I'm just glad I am able to help....

[Gunner55]

    Very guys   Happy to be a part of it, thanks gg

[Boar]

Goph, those epipens, they are not a narcotic, so you should be able to give them. as lomg as they are prescribe, and  shouldn't be cause they are not a nasrcotic. but double check with a pharmacist

[Rebel SS]

They're prescrip only, (narcotics has nothing to do with it) so you can't legally do it, but tough noogies. Give her one. Take any reference label off it with a name. You really think someone would check? hell no. It may save her life.  I'm allergic to beestings too, and one of my friends dropped dead 10 mns after getting stung last year by a bee when out shooting arrows. I wouldn't think twice about it.

[Boar]

thanks reb now I know to

[Rebel SS]

Nuttin to thank me for!!! Those things are awful spendy...I don't have one anymore, because of the cost. And NO, I don't WANT ONE, either!!!! 
However, I DO have a Kaepernoscopy prep kit (The stuff ya drink in the jug) that cost me $28 that I couldn't use... They're prescrip, too....anyone want it? let me know! It's yours!!!

[Boar]

ive got a couple of old trail cams I don't use any more..

[gophergunner]

That would be great Boar. PM sent.

[Boar]

this what i got so far

[attachment deleted by admin]

[Rebel SS]