Road Trip!!!
The 2018Marine Corps Distinguished Shooters Association (MCDSA) Cookout
Background:
A new tradition of the MCDSA members, attending the MCM’s started in 2013. The late Capt. Frank E. Hensel USMC Ret. suggested to Capt. David A. Luke USMC Ret. that it would be good for the Association to meet at Camp Lejeune, NC during the Marine Corps Matches (MCM) to make the Association better known to theMCM competitors attending.
Since every competitor at these matches have at least one “leg” toward Distinguished, this would be excellent advertising to urge them to become members as soon as they obtain eligible status. Visiting them on the ranges during the competitions and inviting them to join us at a “Cookout” in the Sneads Ferry area would be an excellent way to market the Association. Unfortunately, the ranges at Stone Bay have beendown, undergoing a major upgrade. For that reason, the 2017 MCM’s were held at the ranges at WTBN, Quantico, and just like last year, the 2018 MCM’s are being heldthere also. Last year, we held our annual cookout at the pavilions on Range 2 at WTBN, Quantico in conjunction with the MCM’s. It was a nice turnout, butI’m sure the weather kept a lot of folks away.
What’s Up This Year???
The Marine Corps Matches will be held from 9-27 April 2018, but due to the overwhelming feedback received from our membership, your board voted to hold our MCDSA Cookout back in the Camp Lejeune area. This year, our cookout will once again be hosted by Retired GySgt and Mrs. Roger Eddington at their homein Snead’s Ferry, NC on 23 June 2018 from 1200 - 1700 ±. If you didn’t know, Roger is the son of formerUSMC Rifle Team member, Cpl. Eddington, and is also Frank and Joann Kruk’s nephew.
Cookout Location:
The address is: 133 Everett Lane, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460. Directions from Stone Bay: Turn left onto NC 210, turn left at light onto NC 172, turn right onto Wheeler Creek Rd, bear left onto Fulcher Landing Loop Rd, turn left onto Everett Lane, go to the end to 133 Everett Lane. Roger and Penni have hosted our cookouts four of the last five years. We help, but they put forth a “lions share” of the effort. Our very special Thank You - Roger & Penni!
Car Pooling: It is strongly encouraged for as many to car-pool to the cookout as possible. Parking is a bit tight.
Cost: The cost of the Cookout will be $20.00 per person and will include all food and drinks. There will also be a silent auction and several raffles throughout the afternoon. If by chance you have any items that you no longer use and would like to donate themto the Auction, it will help fund the 2nd Edition of the Red Book. We have had many various items – shooting gear, paintings, holsters, ammunition, you name it and someone just might like to have it for themselves. All proceeds will go directly toward the funding of the second edition of “The Red Book - The History of Marine Corps Competitive Marksmanship.” The first edition was printed in 1961 and covered from 1901 - 1959. Thissecond edition will cover from 1960 to 2010.
DOD Decals:The bases here in the Camp Lejeune area are no longer issuingor requiring a base decal to gain access to our bases. Any active, retired, or dependents I.D. will be shown to the sentry and access will be granted. I just spoke to the center to confirm. They will update vehicles in the system for the Lejeune bases but no longer update decals. For our event action is not needed. Vehicle Registration: 910-449-5513
Lodging:QUALITY INN & SUITES, 1565 Hwy 210, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460.
We have received a 20% discounted rate for our group this year for anynight from 20-23 June. Our POC at the Quality Inn and Suites is Annette - 910-327-8282.
Many of us also gather in the lounge in the evenings.
Code: MCDSA Group Rate is $149.99 + Tax per night. We have arranged this rate for any night from 20 through 23 June 2018, but the hotel said they would honor additional nights if anyone wanted to come earlier, or stay a bit longer to play golf, go fishing, take in the sites, etc. Book your room(s) NOW if you think you will be able to attend. This special rate only applies to our group if booked by 1 June 2018.
When Booking, remember to use the Code:“MCDSA” for the Special Group Rate.
The entrance to the Quality Inn is on N. Shore Drive immediately following the entrance to the North Shore Golf and Country Club.
Web Site for Onslow Beach Reservations:
Other lodging in the area:
Seaward Inn, 1122 Hwy 210, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460. 910-327-0469
Topsail Shores Inn, 1325 Hwy 210, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460. 910-685-0969
MCB Camp Lejeune Hospitality Inn ($91.00 per night): 910-451-3041. Keep in mind though, it will be a significant drive to Sneads Ferry.
New River Air Station (VOQ/BEQ) (Rooms starting at $35.00 per night – suites available). 910-449-5024 (option 2). Address: 705 Flounder Rd, MCAS, New River, Jacksonville, NC 28540.
CLNC Phone Directory: It will be on the right side of the page. Note the block that states the OFF LIMITS places of business.
SPECIAL NOTE: Members that will be arriving using the airlines, check the flights carefully. It may be cheaper to fly into Raleigh, NC and rent a car, than to fly into Jacksonville, NC.
RSVP to Danny Burke, email: r text to 540-287-3833.
IMPORTANT! We need RSVP’s(including guests and children w/ages) to properly plan food, drinks, and entertainment. We’ve increased turnoutevery year, and this year is no exception, especially sincewe are having this event after school lets out, and folks can include this as part of their summer vacations.