About Ranger 888

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Date of Birth
September 9, 1946 (78)
About Ranger 888
Biography:
Born in Auckland. Hunter and shooter (professionally and recreationally) for 54 years. Was actively involved in SAR as a park ranger, and SAR Adviser and Search Coordinator for NZ Police (35 years). NZ Mountain Safety Council bushcraft and firearms safety instructor (22 years).
Location:
West Auckland
Interests:
target shooting, deerstalking, cartridge collecting, pistol shooting
Occupation:
Retired park ranger (35 years service)

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1,127
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Last Activity
Yesterday 08:43 AM
Join Date
07-08-2015
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  1. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Firearms Safety Authority
    The postal bidding form for a firearms auction I was keen on, required me to record: 1. my firearms licence "version", and 2. which "C" endorsement I had, either C1, C2, C3 or C4. I...
    Liked On: 18-04-2023, 09:19 PM
  2. Tahr
    Tahr liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Chindit, onya dude! I was involved for 25 years. It can be a big time commitment for training, and callouts, but if you can contribute, go for it! It is very satisfying.
    Liked On: 09-04-2023, 11:53 PM
  3. Growlybear
    Growlybear liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Ammo storage.
    Although now that the new Firearms Regulatory Authority (or whatever the te reo name is ) has 470 staff, maybe the inspectors are now all sworn staff, Muzza? Does anyone on this Forum know for sure?
    Liked On: 13-03-2023, 09:14 PM
  4. Growlybear
    Growlybear liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Ammo storage.
    No 3 's reference in the second paragraph to a LFO being held hostage is pertinent to all of us...have you thought about how you would deal with this? I have come up with a strategy for this...
    Liked On: 13-03-2023, 05:51 PM
  5. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : What is the best lightweight puffer jacket for hunting?
    Last week's "NZ Hunter Adventures" show had Willy Duley do a very good comparison of down jackets: synthetic vs down, weight vs warmth, durability vs weight, waterproofing variations, etc.
    Liked On: 10-03-2023, 01:33 PM
  6. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    I'm not suggesting that the foreman should have no welding experience, just that the best welder should stick to that role unless he/she demonstrates management potential. You are right on the...
    Liked On: 05-03-2023, 06:20 PM
  7. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    Agree wholeheartedly! I've noticed over my working life that so many people get promoted above their level of competency. So a first class welder becomes a crap foreman, and so on...
    Liked On: 05-03-2023, 06:19 PM
  8. Bagheera
    Bagheera liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Any ex NZ forest service fellas here?
    Yeah, the real term is "exclosure"..designed to keep grazing animals out so the growth outside could be compared with the growth inside.
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 09:46 PM
  9. sharps no 1
    sharps no 1 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    Agree wholeheartedly! I've noticed over my working life that so many people get promoted above their level of competency. So a first class welder becomes a crap foreman, and so on...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 07:50 PM
  10. Bent Barrel
    Bent Barrel liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    Considering the number of "motor cycle enthusiasts" in Auckland that have succumbed to gunshot wounds and being run over lately, Cuddles Coster's approach to leave the gangs alone, seems to be...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 07:41 PM
  11. XR500
    XR500 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    I'm not suggesting that the foreman should have no welding experience, just that the best welder should stick to that role unless he/she demonstrates management potential. You are right on the...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 03:43 PM
  12. Bol Tackshin
    Bol Tackshin liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    I'm not suggesting that the foreman should have no welding experience, just that the best welder should stick to that role unless he/she demonstrates management potential. You are right on the...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 03:09 PM
  13. Ross Nolan
    Ross Nolan liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    I'm not suggesting that the foreman should have no welding experience, just that the best welder should stick to that role unless he/she demonstrates management potential. You are right on the...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 01:22 PM
  14. outlander
    outlander liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    I'm not suggesting that the foreman should have no welding experience, just that the best welder should stick to that role unless he/she demonstrates management potential. You are right on the...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 12:56 PM
  15. outlander
    outlander liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Another shooting in New Lynn yesterday
    Agree wholeheartedly! I've noticed over my working life that so many people get promoted above their level of competency. So a first class welder becomes a crap foreman, and so on...
    Liked On: 03-03-2023, 12:53 PM

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