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Midlands phased reopening.

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    #32
    Grizzly 45
    Registered Users Posts: 14,950 ✭✭✭✭Grizzly 45


    Think there is like maybe two members within the ten klick radius??Why not just ring JP himself and ask for an update?:confused:

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    #33
    LIFFY FISHING
    Registered Users Posts: 1,791 ✭✭✭LIFFY FISHING


    Kite flying exercise from the initial post, this aswell as any sporting facility in ROI will have to adhere to Government guidelines and can only operate when clearance has been given to do so.
    The Governments step programme is the only template so thats when shooters can re attend ranges not when operators decide, so it starts with 5klms then 20 klms and so on as directed.


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    #34
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Update from MNSCI.
    Hello everyone
    As from the previous post we have reopened on May 18th in Stage 1 of Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business.

    I’d like to thank all our members and non members alike for their patience and their compliance with the current Government restrictions . It makes me proud that we as shooting sportspeople have been so responsible.

    Unfortunately due to the 5 km distance restriction we haven’t been too busy !
    Not a day goes by without several phone calls from members showing their support for the range and understanding the situation.

    We are so looking forward to seeing everyone again once all the travelling restrictions have been lifted.

    Meanwhile I have been busy ensuring that I have all in place to comply ie no access to clubhouse, membership swipe fob has been moved to the exterior wall at reception door, access to hand sanitizers etc. Unfortunately there are no tea and coffee facilities available so please come prepared.

    The 100/200/300 metre sheltered range will be impossible to meet the 2 metre social distancing as it stands therefore I am presently removing the entire back wall of that sheltered range. Members can then easily comply with the 2 metre rule by just entering directly behind their shooting bench..

    All the other ranges are by their design easily compliant.

    There is only so much I can say in a post so please feel free to contact me directly on 0868232641 anytime if you have queries about using the range etc.I will gladly help and assist in anyway possible.

    The sooner we get back to our new normal the better !

    I hope you and your families and friends have stayed safe and well during these times and continue to do so .

    Our Country is doing its utmost to fight this crisis and it appears to be going in the right direction.

    Regards to all
    Jp
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    #35
    tonysopprano
    Registered Users Posts: 752 ✭✭✭tonysopprano


    Some good news?

    https://www.rte.ie/news/2020/0605/1145568-covid19-coronavirus-phase-2-restrictions/

    If you can do the job, do it. If you can't do the job, just teach it. If you really suck at it, just become a union executive or politician.



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    #36
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    I've a great plan.

    Just head over and if stopped say you're "protesting" the range. Or having cans with your friends.

    Seems to acceptable reasons for our unelected leader and everyone else.




    PS - Might help to start a small fire, somewhere safe obviously, just to prove your point. :D
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    #37
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    With phase 2 kicking in, plus the additional measures introduced by Samwise Gamgee Leo here is an update.
    Range update Phase 2

    As you will be aware the 5km distance restriction has increased to 20km, or within Co. Offaly as of Monday, June 8th. Any member who can travel from their home within this distance is permitted to enter the range. I believe it is important to remind all members that it is a legal requirement for the range to keep a record of who attends the facility. This can be viewed at any time by the Gardai, so please no semantics. We have our range and our sport to protect.

    • In a change to normal practice, all members now have to pre-book their range visit every day, including weekends. This excludes Mondays when the range is closed.
    This can be done via text to JP only on 0868232641, with a confirmation text received in return from JP. This is required to ensure the number of members and range officers is of a safe standard. Failure to book a visit will result in being unable to use the range.

    • Please note the barrier will remain down at all times. Please contact the telephone number at the barrier to gain access. Again, this is for your own safety and wellbeing so that only those who have booked the range can gain access.


    • You must read and follow all instructions written on signage. These are on display from the barrier, to the car park, to the reception and all other areas of the ranges.

    • There are 14 sanitising stations positioned throughout the ranges. These are available for you to use. We would greatly appreciate your regular use of these stations.

    • At present, we will not be providing any tea or coffee making facilities. Please come prepared with your own refreshments (flasks, lunchboxes etc). We will have the clubhouse/canteen area opened for seating with the 2-metre distancing rule in force. Tables and seating are available also at the veranda and on the picnic benches, which are also subject to the 2-metre distancing rules.

    More updates to follow, we are looking forward to seeing everyone. Stay safe!

    Yours in Sport,
    JP
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    #38
    tonysopprano
    Registered Users Posts: 752 ✭✭✭tonysopprano


    https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/covid-19-garda%C3%AD-lose-enforcement-powers-over-movement-restrictions-1.4273899

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    #39
    GolfVI
    Registered Users Posts: 182 ✭✭GolfVI


    Any update following the start of phase 3?


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    #40
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Its business as usual as and from today.

    Phase three opens up travel to cover the whole country (not minding the lack of authority for AGS to turn you back as posted above), outdoor gatherings and sports events allowing up to 200 people once sensible social distancing is still observed.

    So time to blow the cobwebs off the the ould boomsticks. :D
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    #41
    alanmc
    Registered Users Posts: 1,132 ✭✭✭alanmc


    Cass wrote: »
    Its business as usual as and from today.

    Phase three opens up travel to cover the whole country (not minding the lack of authority for AGS to turn you back as posted above), outdoor gatherings and sports events allowing up to 200 people once sensible social distancing is still observed.

    So time to blow the cobwebs off the the ould boomsticks. :D

    Just booked me some time on the .22 range for the weekend. Going to start small. Want to try out the new stock on the 10/22 anyway.


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    #42
    GolfVI
    Registered Users Posts: 182 ✭✭GolfVI


    alanmc wrote: »
    Just booked me some time on the .22 range for the weekend. Going to start small. Want to try out the new stock on the 10/22 anyway.

    Do we still need to book by text to jp on weekends?


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    #43
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    For the time being, yes.

    Its the last remnant of this lockdown/reopening. If all members turned up at once it'd be a nightmare so the "booking" is just a formality. Plus it doesn't change anything for mid-week shooting as you have to ring ahead anyway.

    Come the middle of July that feature might be dropped with phase 4, but that is at the range's discretion.
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    #44
    alanmc
    Registered Users Posts: 1,132 ✭✭✭alanmc


    GolfVI wrote: »
    Do we still need to book by text to jp on weekends?

    I did anyway. As far as I know, they still require it to ensure the number of attendees doesn't put the social distancing requirements at risk.


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    #45
    Gleefulprinter
    Registered Users Posts: 206 ✭✭Gleefulprinter


    Midlands fully open now? Membership open?
    Rumour my own club has gone and need it for guards.


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    #46
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Gleefulprinter wrote: »
    Midlands fully open now?
    Yes, with the bookings as per posts above required until the final phase of reopening.
    Membership open?
    Renewals out the last couple of weeks, so yes.
    Rumour my own club has gone and need it for guards.
    Thats a shame, which range?
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    #47
    Gleefulprinter
    Registered Users Posts: 206 ✭✭Gleefulprinter


    can you still pay to shoot?

    Hilltop. Not sure if it is true but lots of rumours going around that there is something.


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    #48
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Gleefulprinter wrote: »
    can you still pay to shoot?
    As a guest of a member, yes, but its not membership as required under the FCA1 application/renewal. For that you need a member number iirc.
    Hilltop. Not sure if it is true but lots of rumours going around that there is something.
    Heard the same over the last two years and they were still going last i heard. Now having said that i don't check up regularly so not sure of any changes in the last 4 to 5 months.
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    #49
    Peppa Cig
    Registered Users Posts: 994 ✭✭✭Peppa Cig


    Cass wrote: »
    Yes, with the bookings as per posts above required until the final phase of reopening.

    Renewals out the last couple of weeks, so yes.

    Thats a shame, which range?

    Are renewals sent by post or email?

    Thanks


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    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Mine come by post. Not sure if there is an e-mail option.
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    #51
    alanmc
    Registered Users Posts: 1,132 ✭✭✭alanmc


    Got mine in the post last week as well.


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    #52
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Gleefulprinter wrote: »
    Rumour my own club has gone and need it for guards.

    Been sent a message and the source is reliable, but again i'm only passing on the message.

    Hilltop will be closed as and from January 1st 2021. The clay club will continue but the pistol and rifle range will shut by then.

    I'll update when i get more information.
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    #53
    solarwinds
    Registered Users Posts: 535 ✭✭✭solarwinds


    Cass wrote: »
    Been sent a message and the source is reliable, but again i'm only passing on the message.

    Hilltop will be closed as and from January 1st 2021. The clay club will continue but the pistol and rifle range will shut by then.

    I'll update when i get more information.



    Not a member and only been once, but it is very sad news in these times that any range closes.
    It would be great to see more opening but unfortunately with the conditions, costs and not huge numbers taking up the sport I fear this won't happen.


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    #54
    GolfVI
    Registered Users Posts: 182 ✭✭GolfVI


    Looks like the midlands will be closed again with the new restrictions put in place tonight for offaly


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    #55
    Feisar
    Registered Users Posts: 6,597 ✭✭✭Feisar


    GolfVI wrote: »
    Looks like the midlands will be closed again with the new restrictions put in place tonight for offaly

    Don't talk to me. I'm on two weeks annual leave and little to be at.:(

    First they came for the socialists...



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    #56
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    Looks like it. Didn't see all the new regs, but they may take the choice to simply close to be extra careful.

    I'm never going to get to the range. :(
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    #57
    Peppa Cig
    Registered Users Posts: 994 ✭✭✭Peppa Cig


    No reason to close it for members who live in Offaly?


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    #58
    Cass
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 28,456 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cass


    I don't know lad. I'm not in charge, haven't spoken to anyone (due to the recent bereavement) and haven't read the new regulations.

    If it allows travel within the county and gatherings for sporting purposes then yes they may remain open.

    Won't work for me regardless.
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    #59
    GolfVI
    Registered Users Posts: 182 ✭✭GolfVI


    Posted on RTE news today

    “ No sporting events or matches should take place, however non-contact sports and training may continue outdoors subject to a maximum of 15 people”


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    #60
    Peppa Cig
    Registered Users Posts: 994 ✭✭✭Peppa Cig


    GolfVI wrote: »
    Posted on RTE news today

    “ No sporting events or matches should take place, however non-contact sports and training may continue outdoors subject to a maximum of 15 people”

    You would wonder why Harbour Sports have chosen to close.


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    #61
    alanmc
    Registered Users Posts: 1,132 ✭✭✭alanmc


    From MNSCI Facebook page
    Notice
    Midlands Shooting Centre is an outdoor amenity and can easily comply with the social distance requirements
    It will remain open and will comply with all covid 19 restrictions


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