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Sunday, March 02, 2025

Glock Sport Shooting Foundation February Matches 2025

Just thought I'd share a couple "selfies" I took while shooting two Glock Sport Shooting Foundation matches in February! I have very much enjoyed shooting GSSF the last couple of years and I'm really starting to see some great improvement in my performance. If you're interested in a low-key, laid-back pistol match, I highly encourage you to check out GSSF. It's always a ball and involves some of the nicest people and best volunteers you'll find anywhere. I'll be shooting at the Myakka match next, near Tampa at the end of March. Lots of fun, and some pretty decent prizes involved! Hope to see you there!

Having a blast in Tallahassee at my first GSSF match of 2025!!

Here's my result from the Northern Florida Regional Classic (Tallahassee), Midway, FL Feb 15, 2025:

Major Sub | Glock 30S .45ACP | 1st Place Amateur

Heavy Metal | Glock 21 .45ACP | 2nd Place Amateur

Pocket Glock | Glock 43 9mm | 2nd Place Amateur

Subcompact | Glock 27 .40S&W | 3rd Place Amateur

AmCiv | Glock 17 9mm | 10th Overall

Rimfire | Glock 44 .22LR | 19th Overall

My first time shooting GSSF matches on consecutive weekends! Had a great day and pretty happy with my performance. Little bit of a break before heading to the Tampa match next.

And, my result from the Volusia County GSSF Match, New Smyrna Beach, FL Feb 22, 2025:

Rimfire | Glock 44 .22LR | 1st Place Amateur

Subcompact | Glock 27 .40S&W | 1st Place Amateur

Major Sub | Glock 30S .45ACP | 2nd Place Amateur

Heavy Metal | Glock 21 .45ACP | 3rd Place Amateur

Pocket Glock | Glock 43 9mm | 14th Overall

AmCiv | Glock 17 9mm | 19th Overall

Saturday, July 30, 2016

Still exploring!

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Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Park Perusal: Riverside Pavilion Park

By: Dawn B. Jeffers

Riverside Pavilion Park, Port Orange, Florida

One of a number of classic cars, customs and hot rods on display

A short, and pleasant walk just south of my new home, is a wonderful little multi-use park located directly on the Halifax River, and it's brand new. Called Riverside Pavilion Park, it's located in the city of Port Orange, Florida. When you first enter the park, either by car or on foot, you'll notice the mature oak trees and native vegetation. I was told by a park employee that there was quite a bit of work involved clearing out the overgrowth in preparation, but you would never guess that by looking at it now. I think it looks just great, with the oak trees providing lots of shade for those hot Florida days. Under the canopy of the trees, there is a small playground for the kids to enjoy, as well as several picnic tables that are placed to give an opportunity for an outdoor meal or snack. A new building on site houses two bathrooms, water fountains, and two concession areas that plan to open in the future for sales of water, snacks, and soft drinks. There's a nice concrete walkway for walkers and bikers, with three or four seating benches placed alongside. The walkway semicircles the area which features a great kayak launch and a large, newly constructed fishing pier. During my same conversation with the park employee, I was told that plans are in the works for renting kayaks and canoes that will launch directly into the Halifax River. Already in place is an outdoor shower and faucet for personal use, as well as rinsing off the salt and dirt from kayaks and canoes. The launch has already seen a good bit of use in the short time the park has been open, as has the fishing pier. On my first visit to the pier, I was greeted by a large blue heron, waiting patiently to steal a fishy treat from an unsuspecting angler's basket! If you like local nature, there's a plentiful variety of shore birds, fiddler crabs, and on one visit, a 3 foot long black snake came slithering out from underneath the fishing pier! I was unable to determine the variety of snake, but it had no use for me, and certainly was not shy of my presence there! I left it to it's own devices.

A lovely, shaded playground

A former mobile home park, roughly about 10 acres in size, was bought by the city and is adjacent to the park. This area has plans for different events to take place in the near future. As I write, there is an antique car show scheduled for Sunday, May 8th, which I'll be checking out. The city also has plans to further develop a 36 acre district that will tie in to Riverwalk. This district will include shops, restaurants,stores, and plans for a multi storied condo.

Concession stand with restrooms

One of several picnic tables overlooking a canal

The brand new kayak launch

A great blue heron enjoying the view of Daytona Beach Shores from the pier

I'm happy this new park has opened up on the beautiful Halifax River. It's perfect if you have plans to do some kayaking or fishing. It's also a great place to stroll, bike ride, or just sit and relax. And, there should never be any excuses about it being too hot to go outside. It's on the Halifax River, where there is always a lovely, salty breeze! Go check it out!

For more on this and other parks in Volusia County, Florida, visit Volusia.org.

Friday, April 29, 2016

Less Than a Quarter Mile Downstream

Hard to believe there's a major interstate less than a quarter mile downstream.

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Tuesday, April 05, 2016

Crappie on the Two Weight!

I don't catch enough crappie to know if this one is considered big or not, but he's a lot bigger than the 'gills I was catching tonight and he put a serious bend in my 2 weight!!

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Thursday, March 31, 2016

Travel a Back Road and Recharge

It's been a very busy week and we're heading in to another busy weekend, but try to find the time to travel a back road and recharge. Maybe find a new stream to catch some bluegill or trout on the ultralight rods. Thats my plan, anyway. Hope to see you out there👍