September 15th, 2008

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The perfect plan doesn’t exist, but we can drown while waiting for it

Monday, September 15th, 2008

Like most of you I have been seeing and hearing about the Pickens Plan for energy. I’ve read through most of it and it seems to me that it is saying we could do a lot to reduce our dependence on foreign oil by better utilizing wind and natural gas energy that we have here. While the plan I read does not pretend to end dependence on oil, foreign or domestic, it sure looks like it is a good idea.

I can remember seeing a good deal about using compressed natural gas (CNG) as a transport fuel around here nearly 20 years ago. Everything I saw about it then looked very promising. I was doing some photo work for a compressor company that ONG was using so I got to see and hear several presentations on CNG motor fuel. Click to continue »

Outstanding firearms training right here in Tulsa

Monday, September 15th, 2008

I recently completed the Advanced Tactical Pistol I course at TDSA Tulsa and could not be more satisfied. I have been shooting handguns, rifles and shotguns for many years and competing for about the last six. I thought I knew the basics pretty well and often placed near the top in some of our club events. I am an NRA instructor for rifle and shotgun and a Range Safety Officer. I took this course on the advice of a friend who is a very active and successful IDPA competitor. My friend also went through the course again as well to sharpen up his considerable skills. My accuracy, smoothness and speed all improved dramatically, but most importantly I now have some solid techniques to practice that will help me keep my skills honed.

Marshall Luton has an excellent team. The instructors are highly skilled and also highly approachable without the huge ego that might be expected from their very impressive backgrounds. The material was presented in a very professional manner yet the overall tone still remained relaxed and sometimes humorous. The team clearly maintains a good balance between giving great instruction and making sure the students stay connected and interact. Click to continue »