Helpful hints for those of you coming to Browncoats Day at the Range, hosted by the Canadian Historical Arms Society. Bring:

• Cash & Coins. CHAS does not have a portable debit machine at the range. The insurance and ammo fees will need to be paid in shiny monies. If possible, bring exact change. The Insurance fee is $10 and is collected separately from the $17 ammo fee. In short, it’s best to bring smaller bills than larger ones as change may be scarce. Especially if you’re planning on purchasing extra ammunition.
• Camp Chair. Due to the flooding a few months back, previously existing benches and picnic tables have gone walkabout, were destroyed, or were damaged to the point where they are unsafe to use. It’s best to bring a camp chair to sit on when you get tired; you’ll be eating at your chair as well.
• Water. We’ll have some on hand, but if you’re the type to drink 3L in an afternoon, it’s best to have some extra bottles with you.
• Bug Spray. You’ll be out in the back of beyond. Bugs will likely appear. If you don’t wan to be eaten alive, bring your favourite brand of bug spray.
• Sun Screen (& hats). It may get hot.
• Umbrella. Or drizzle.

Also, keep in mind that you’ll be shooting outdoors at a range and that brass for bullet’s (once shot) can be very warm. Do not wear a low neck or v-neck shirt; Ladies, this means you! Ensure to wear closed toed shoes. Sneakers are fine.

Click here (pdf) to view complete details of the shindig, driving directions, ammo packages and guns we’ll get to shoot are available online.