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JTAC Ranch....it's finally happening!

FLguy55

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Well....sort of. We'll see how long it actually takes to get the permits wrapped up & getting people on the range. Who's meeting me out there?
 
I just registered for the safety class on the 24th.
A couple of my buddies did the first class on Saturday evening.
I've been chomping at the bit for it to open. It's a 15 minute drive for me. ??
 
I'm wondering wtf is up with a 20 minute safety course with the amount of ammo they're saying to bring. ?
 
I'll distribute the beer at the front entrance... And scan the temperatures of everyone arriving...
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I'm wondering wtf is up with a 20 minute safety course with the amount of ammo they're saying to bring. ?

It's in case someone needs "a bit more testing".

The first group fired something like 7+7 rounds.

Hell, I want to shoot more than 14 rounds.
 
Well....sort of. We'll see how long it actually takes to get the permits wrapped up & getting people on the range. Who's meeting me out there?
Did you end up getting in the first 300? I wasn't sure how fast it would go, but they made a post on social face to a guy whom they said would go on the 2nd round of sign ups so they capped the initial membership. Got an email last night they reopened the certification class. Getting pretty excited for May!
 
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Did you end up getting in the first 300? I wasn't sure how fast it would go, but they made a post on social face to a guy whom they said would go on the 2nd round of sign ups so they capped the initial membership. Got an email last night they reopened the certification class. Getting pretty excited for May!

I did. Just deciding if I wanna be out in a classroom and indoor range right now for a 30 min training class.....I'll probably wait to hear when they've actually got an opening date before rescheduling.
 
It will be good that you guys on the west coast get a place that you can shoot.
I'm pretty pumped gotta say it will be an itch I've long since been ready to scratch! Remember to give me a hoot when you point south.
 
I did. Just deciding if I wanna be out in a classroom and indoor range right now for a 30 min training class.....I'll probably wait to hear when they've actually got an opening date before rescheduling.
You mean the May 2nd projected opening date or just wait until they are definitely open with people shooting? If you have not signed in and secured your desired membership level with CC# I'd encourage you to inquire with JTAC b/c I don't think a slot is secured until you do.
 
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Membership is already locked and CC provided. I'm just not rushing taking the training class.
Ok solid! See ya out there at some point looking forward to meeting the Hiders out there.
 
They don't open until 10:30. Gonna hafta hit that on the way out.
Or, we shoot a hog in the early morning and slap it on the smoker.
I wonder if Ben would mind me plugging it in while we shoot...
 
I tried to get in and the email I received back a couple weeks ago stated that all the slots were taken but they had me on a list for the second round. I hope they remember me. I don't, and won't, do FaceBook.
 
They don't open until 10:30. Gonna hafta hit that on the way out.
Or, we shoot a hog in the early morning and slap it on the smoker.
I wonder if Ben would mind me plugging it in while we shoot...
We actually talked about night hog hunts quite a bit so hold on to that smoker idea. TBC! Your phone keeps rolling into voicemail no rings dangit!
 
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I tried to get in and the email I received back a couple weeks ago stated that all the slots were taken but they had me on a list for the second round. I hope they remember me. I don't, and won't, do FaceBook.
Where do you live?
 
Sl-Ocala area.
Well darn that's probably a little far for spur of the moment trips. I'll do my best to remember to hit this thread when the gates open at JTAC. The guys running the day to day operations are really cool I am anticipating great times there.
 
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Well darn that's probably a little far for spur of the moment trips. I'll do my best to remember to hit this thread when the gates open at JTAC. The guys running the day to day operations are really cool I am anticipating great times there.
Thanks for the thought. It's not that far. We go to Shooters World in Tampa every couple weeks, the staff is great. We don't care for the one that is closer in The Villages. I found out about JTAC a little late so I really hope I get a chance on the second round. It looks like a great facility and I really want to start working on the distance. I have a lot to learn. Enjoy yourself.
 
FYI - looks like folks will be getting a shot at memberships on April 25th. Not all 300 people who originally pre-registered actually signed up so they're opening up their spots on the 25th. If you haven't contacted JTAC yet, now's the time.
 
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thanks for putting that up meant to getthat on here but got sidetracked on PMs.
 
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Hell, I'll fly there just to go shoot!!! Lemme know when it opens!

That's why I bumped this thread. All of us that jumped through the hoops to get signed up for the place are in the dark on an opening date. Frigging communists and their flu.
 
This is the only thing that would make me want to go back to Florida.

...and I’m a #FloridaMan with all of my family there.
 
Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Wake me up when this place opens.
LOL. Yeah, this post hasn't aged well. Frustration really setting in for me on this one. I Emailed them a few weeks ago asking for SOME kind of tangible update and got the worst response possible: " Thanks for contacting us. We will be in touch with you soon. " WTF.

I also realized the precision membership doesn't get you access to the tower. What the fuck!?!?! That tower is there specifically for the long range precision shooters.

FYI - Manatee Gun and Archery is working on some serious changes including a range with electronic targets, bringing the 1000 yard back, and having a variable known distance steel range. Keep an eye on those guys. You've already got pistol, 100-300 yard, 630 yard, and 5-stand shotgun, bench rest competitions, and three gun every month, all far cheaper than JTAC.
 
LOL. Yeah, this post hasn't aged well. Frustration really setting in for me on this one. I Emailed them a few weeks ago asking for SOME kind of tangible update and got the worst response possible: " Thanks for contacting us. We will be in touch with you soon. " WTF.

I also realized the precision membership doesn't get you access to the tower. What the fuck!?!?! That tower is there specifically for the long range precision shooters.

FYI - Manatee Gun and Archery is working on some serious changes including a range with electronic targets, bringing the 1000 yard back, and having a variable known distance steel range. Keep an eye on those guys. You've already got pistol, 100-300 yard, 630 yard, and 5-stand shotgun, bench rest competitions, and three gun every month, all far cheaper than JTAC.


Yep, that's why for $200 a year I'm still a member there as well as the WAC in Pinellas. I literally just found a post on another website announcing the opening, from Feb. 2016. I will probably die of old age at this rate. I thought the tower would not be open for general use yet for liability reasons but this whole thing is starting to age like fish...
 
I have known of and followed JTAC since it was announced 4 or was it 5 years ago now. I gave up following or caring about that place long time ago. If they ever do open and that’s a big if, maybe I’ll check the place out. With their current track record. I wouldn’t expect them to open till sometime in 2022. For those new to following JTAC, this is their mo. News to come out next month turns in nothing for a year. I was one of the first sign ups and could never get a response. Signed up again, got one email form them, then nothing again, and now their price list. $340.00 for member plus training fees to only shoot 5 times annually. Add to that to bring the wife is a additional $38.00 per entry.....

For full range access it’s $1240.00 and you have to pay for additional training courses before you can even use that. Sorry, but fuck that. You can joint a tier 1 golfing club and be waited on for less than that. Plus we’re not talking about a facility with a known track record here either.

Now I understand things cost money, but we’re taking about a open field here and shooting bullets into the dirt. It’s not like a full staffed club house with manicured lawns and caddy’s. Altus Shooting only charges $150.00 for your train up and then it’s $540.00 annually for full access.
 
That's why I bumped this thread. All of us that jumped through the hoops to get signed up for the place are in the dark on an opening date. Frigging communists and their flu.

Wait!

I've got an idea... I say we just dress up like indians, the go out into the harbor, and throw their tea into the bay!!!

Humph.... I guess that would make me a racist. Humph. Bad GB, bad... ;)
 
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Wait!

I've got an idea... I say we just dress up like indians, the go out into the harbor, and throw their tea into the bay!!!

Humph.... I guess that would make me a racist. Humph. Bad GB, bad... ;)
they got no tea,
they got no aye.
they got no tea & aye,
they got no bay.
 
I've got an idea... I say we just dress up like indians, the go out into the harbor, and throw their tea into the bay!!!
Dress up like Indians and claim it as ancient tribal lands. Voila, shooting range and casino.
 
Thanks for the thought. It's not that far. We go to Shooters World in Tampa every couple weeks, the staff is great. We don't care for the one that is closer in The Villages. I found out about JTAC a little late so I really hope I get a chance on the second round. It looks like a great facility and I really want to start working on the distance. I have a lot to learn. Enjoy yourself.
Dust get ready see ya on the 29th!
 
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lash remember to let me know on PM....pew pew