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Rob Furlong opening a shooting school in Edmonton
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It was in the paper two weeks ago. His EPS dismissal was public knowledge.  |
Link please. Don't doubt you but always back yourself up, if you can.
All the best to him. Seems like he may be looking for a home.
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An awful lot of big game was killed with the .30-06 including the big bears before everyone became affluent enough to own a rifle for every species of game they might hunt.
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02-13-2013, 11:51 AM
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If it was already public knowledge than I'll retract my statement; perhaps he'll find better success in the private sector being self-employed. One would imagine if he has any chops in sales, he might find work as a sales rep for McMillan . I imagine the much busier US defense contractor type training centers might like to have a big-name teacher in for the draw that would be to fill classes.
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Hmmm. Any idea what the school is called? They don't mention it in the article. I have a stock Rem700 SPS Tactical that shoots better than my current skill level. I'd sure like to learn some tips on how to get better use out of it and me. The thing holding the rifle back appears to be me.  I was thinking about Magpul's video course, but hands on is always better. Just a bit hard up here in dense bush country to find somewhere to shoot long (600yd+ stuff).
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02-13-2013, 12:03 PM
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Hmmm. Any idea what the school is called? They don't mention it in the article. I have a stock Rem700 SPS Tactical that shoots better than my current skill level. I'd sure like to learn some tips on how to get better use out of it and me. The thing holding the rifle back appears to be me. I was thinking about Magpul's video course, but hands on is always better. Just a bit hard up here in dense bush country to find somewhere to shoot long (600yd+ stuff). |
http://www.robfurlong.com/
Good on him!
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02-13-2013, 12:28 PM
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There are plenty of people that enjoy shooting, regardless is they hunt. I think he'll do just fine, long range shooting has become popular.
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02-13-2013, 02:18 PM
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LOL. I get your point - mall ninja snipers....
I actually moose hunt but here a long shot is 2-250 yards. Most are in the 1-150yds range. Personally I won't shoot unless I am certain of a quick kill. I can always practice my stalking skills in the supermarket meat counter.
I, personally, just enjoy the shooting sport. Some people golf, some play chess. I like to make the holes as close together as possible. Wether it's with my grandfathers repeater .22, a handgun, or a rifle. I find relaxation in the concentration needed to make "that shot". I find if you are concentrating on the mechanics of accurate shooting, you are not thinking about your daily grind. I'm what I consider a fairly reasonable shot, but would like to be better.
Really, it depends on what he charges. I'm just a middle class guy with family, mortgage and bills. As with a lot of things, his skills and teachings may just be out of my financial reach. If so, I'll just keep plinking.
The only golfing I like is shooting/chasing a golfball around with a .22 rifle.
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I see a guy who acted like a drunk, while he was drunk. The rest of the article is also rather interesting.
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02-13-2013, 02:27 PM
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There are plenty of people that enjoy shooting, regardless is they hunt. I think he'll do just fine, long range shooting has become popular.
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I would think he could teach a course that would benefit any hunter or shooter. I've never had a minute of shooting instruction. I'm not interested in becoming a sniper or taking 900 yard shots across valleys at sheep, but to become a bit better at 300 yards? Sure, as long as the course wasn't an arm and a leg in cost.
Can't imagine it could be a full-time job for him. But perhaps contract to various forces, etc.
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I see a guy who acted like a drunk, while he was drunk. The rest of the article is also rather interesting.
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Hmmm, I would not question Cpl Furlong's skills or qualifications for a long range shooting instructor, that's for sure - as a Human recources person ? ummmm......... 
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02-13-2013, 05:12 PM
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I believe he is currently the sales rep for Korth Agencies too.
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02-13-2013, 05:18 PM
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Sounded like frat-boy behavior, one would think he'd have outgrown that by now; that being said, it wasn't on-duty behavior, but obviously not respectful to his fellow officer and certainly a poor choice of actions. I'd personally be hard pressed to take away a fellows career for such an event, but obviously I don't know all the circumstances. That being said I still wish him well, he did very well in Afghanistan for Canada and our allies, and that earns a fellow some substantial Brownie points in my books.
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I'm shocked sir! Shocked!
As a former Canadian soldier I can't believe Mr. Furlong would act in any manner other than that of a gentleman! 
Seriously though, best of luck to a Canadian soldier who accomplished what only a handfull of people have.
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Would love to meet you Rob and listen to your instruction .. even a old dog like me can learn some new tricks.. in Alberta u say
thanks for keeping your love of Long Range Shooting
in my day why did everyone want to f--- with my hair  ..roflmao
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Would love to meet you Rob and listen to your instruction .. even a old dog like me can learn some new tricks.. in Alberta u say
thanks for keeping your love of Long Range Shooting
in my day why did everyone want to f--- with my hair ..roflmao
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Were you another character in 'Anchorman' who wound up on the editing room floor?
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nahh WKRP in Cincinnati
Haaaaa haaaa 
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02-13-2013, 07:19 PM
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The second pic is more channeling Boogie Nights anyways.....
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Was trying to deflect the negative comments about Rob as we all have had our bad days 
even Jesus said let the person who has no sin's cast the first rock and no one threw a rock 
Food for Thought
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During my years as Principal, I participated in several "reference" interviews for (former) students applying to get into LE positions...and I always spoke well of those who had a "bit of an edge". Canadian Forces and LE Services do not recruit choir boys, nor should they unless their primary purpose is singing hymns. Yes, sometimes stupid things happen when alcohol is involved when it gets mixed with guys with a bit of edge. Sounds like in this case, only feelings were hurt ...time heals. I say move on. Best of luck for Rob is this new endeavor.
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I think that Rob is a Leupold rep. I met him several times before I found out that he was that Rob Furlong. Very pleasant to deal with.
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Was trying to deflect the negative comments about Rob as we all have had our bad days
even Jesus said let the person who has no sin's cast the first rock and no one threw a rock
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I agree. Rob's long range record took a life, and though not an excuse, many men would have spilled quite a bit of alcohol and urine to get over the blood letting. I do hope Rob finds peace in whatever he chooses to do with his life.
I wish him all of the best.
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02-14-2013, 10:56 AM
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As a man who is going through a divorce I know that this can have an effect on my PAL renewal. What reprucussions does an individual face who is going to make a living with firearms and instructing fireams safety and whatnot that has a publicized problem with alcohol???
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There's no question on the renewal form regarding rowdy behavior, so none, I would think. It's up to a judge to impose a firearms ban on someone who has acted up. Is divorce an automatic PAL disqualification? If so it shouldn't be in my view.
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just have to get the ex to sign PAL renewal . Shouldn't be an issue
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02-14-2013, 11:05 AM
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I think that Rob is a Leupold rep. I met him several times before I found out that he was that Rob Furlong. Very pleasant to deal with.
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x2 I think it is the same guy
He helped me get an old battered Leupold sent off for repair.
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02-14-2013, 11:19 AM
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Its a question asked on the renewal. At least it was the last time I renewed. Can't see it being an issue compared to what we are discussing in this thread.
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Yes, IIRC, divorce, job loss, financial loss, and diagnosis of a mental disorder are all questions on the form. If your ex has an axe to grind with you, I'd assume you are hooped.
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alcohol problem and sketchy rep among workforce peers
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Hey, start screening for that and Rob can shut down the hunting and guns and ammo threads on this forum. Will be too few members to post.
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Have none of you guys played hockey? Way worse stuff goes on in your kids dressing rooms with no alcohol involved. The proper response for the guy that got ****ed on would have been to punch the guy out and continue about his business not drag a war hero's name through the mud. It's great for cowards to judge the acts of men that volunteered to go off to war and serve there country, and may have came back a little off (not saying Furlong did I don't know the man). Give your heads a shake fellas jeebus cripes
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Yes those that have ex's with axes to grind would be hooped!! But a fella with an alcohol problem and sketchy rep among workforce peers in law enforcement can open a firearms school. LOL what an amazing system....
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Seems to me your quarrel is with the system, not Mr. Furlong. In my view most of the firearms law Legislated in C-68 was mostly feel good law that does little to enhance public safety. Unfortunately it's still the law of the land. Best of luck to you though.
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He had a history of SEVERAL disciplinary infractions with the EPS. If I admitted to the CFC I was an alcoholic and had trouble with liquor I know for a fact my renewal would be in jeopardy. But an individual ousted by a law enforcement agency for that fact can open a firearms school? Hmmmmm....... The system is all about double standards me thinks.....
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If you spent a little more time working on your admitted lack of self control maybe you wouldn't be in your current predicament
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