As a curious citizen of the world, i seem to get myself into fascinating situations. i can remember my mom on several occasions wondering aloud how i got myself into the places i've been. i write this blog with a super sore left arm, and a big grin on my face. i got to hang out with the Jackson Police Department Special Response Team while they did their semi-annual qualifications.

i am not a hunter. i don't own a single gun. But apparently, i'm a good shot! :) (Must be all my camera aiming) The gentlemen of the team took a break from their qualifications to show myself and three others from a Spring Arbor University affiliation some of the weapons they are trained to use. (Hence my sore left arm- those things are HEAVY!)

Detective Sergio Garcia took me under his wing and showed me how to handle a Sig 226, Mp5 and Colt 223. WOW! Thankfully Tom Fiero grabbed my camera and took some photos so i can have this day documented!

Sergeant Tommy Schuette challenged us to shoot a 308 sniper rifle and hit a small circular target. Um. That wasn't easy. But i am proud to say i did not split open my eyebrow and my bullet made it within the target.

Many big thanks to Lieutenant Elmer Hitt for offering up this opportunity to a few lucky civilians. As much as my time with the SRT revolved around guns, it was a very life affirming event. It was an honor to peek into a world i know very little about. i am grateful to the team for letting me participate today. 

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Det. Garcia challenged me to hit the staple. (Above) i came close!

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Aiming this rifle was not at all easy. (Above) BUT i hit the target and was so happy! (Below)

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