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late to this one also... but same thing.. you guys rock...

if anything like bullets or anything would help out, let me know...

I think it's a great idea. Kids are flexible and I think just having them would be an encouragement. I'll pm my address.

That sounds really handy I'll pm my address.

That sounds good and I know this could will be excited when he gets it.

I'm thinking anything like a gun case, back pack, compass, first aid kid, anything that goes along with hunting or just using guns and shooting them would be greatly appreciated. Doesn't sound like this kid has much.

That sounds like the kind of kid that deserves a nice rifle. I have brass and bullets plus a good knife and sling if he needs one. powdr

I think most kids work off of more is better. It'll all be appreciated. I'll pm my address.

If we go with the young fellow here, seeing the various offers already made for components, I'll either load the components with my own powder and primers then, or, perhaps I can use the opportunity to reload them himself as an incentive to help him get to school a bit more regularly.

And before anyone offers reloading gear, while I don't mind teaching the process of component assembly, it isn't something I encourage unless people are really ready. The hassle of getting the hazmat out here is substantial.

But bullets and cases are good contributions.



Binos = Good!



As far as other ideas, realize that conditions here can be pretty rugged. Things are subject to dampness, so preventing moisture problems with any gear is a good thing.

Which reminds me, if anyone has gloves which are too big, too small, too warm, or just not what you thought they were, that can work too. Gloves are one thing that always seem to be in short supply out here.

Plastic ammo boxes might be handy if anyone has spares around, especially a few 20 round types.

I've got GORTEX mittens and a hvy toboggan if you'll pm me where to send them. Also,got any idea what size clothes would fit him? I've got some wool clothing that I could send to.

Another thought came to mind this morning; something that would really make an impression on this kid would be having a name and state attached to the items. That probably holds true with kids anywhere, but I know especially out here where the rest of the world can seem pretty foreign and unknown, save for what they see on television.

I know some people like to remain anonymous and I totally respect whatever anonymity people want to retain with the internet. However, a first name and state would be plenty of info as far as making the givers real people. (I'm not sure that screen names would mean a whole lot all by themselves. )

Klik, I think this is coming together very well so far. Thanks for providing a kid.

Hows about a knife? I assume the boy has one, but I have a larger Buck NIB I bought here on the fire several years ago ....

looked it up online .... its a model 119 .... if that's too large maybe a CRKT folder ... nice knife too.

-g

George, either one would be great. I appreciate the offer. You decide. I'll pm my address.

Klik,

I've got a pair of Leupold Aluminum Rifleman rings (Weaver style) that are essentially new. Let me know if you need them, as I'd happily send them your way for the cause.

Dave

Iddave, I don't think we've got scope rings or bases yet for this rifle.

I hope this works out. You can do the 'collection' on your end if you like and I can get everything sometime when I'm in town - should be before the summer's out. I'll be happy to pull loose ends together on this end. Really a nice gesture on your part to organize another deal for a kid , especially providing a nice rifle.

Some of these youngsters out here almost live a saga rather than a life. Such is the case with this fellow. I was reminded of a phone call I nearly didn't answer one early morning a few months ago' it was about 3 am and well below zero. They were looking for people to go check on a house which was burning. When I arrived there were a few people throwing snow up on the roof while others were attempting to assemble firehose and get it all connected. Windows were wide open and we could see people still inside the very smoky interior of the house. One of those people was this kid. He was trying to save their house. We had to tell him to get out and close the windows so the fire didn't have so much air. I still remember his words, "Wait, I need to get some things...my (shot)gun."

I don't have a doubt in my mind. I appreciate you being able to come up with a kid and the fact that you have the insight to help use this to keep him in school and motivated. What ever doesn't come in I'll work on and try to kick in myself. I'd sure like this to be a great memory for him and a good motivator.

I have a NIB (still wrapped) matte Pentax Pioneer (Burris FFII equiv) 3-9X available. I will not be home until September. Let me know via PM if it is desired.

Tony I pm'd you. Hope things are going well over there. Take care.