Originally Posted by TonyL
How truly fitting that the timing for this, the 18th Boinger Bash, falls on the fifth birthday of this glorious event.
Five wonderful, life-changing years.
Did the little band of dreamy-eyed springer enthusiasts ever believe that this little spark of an idea could flourish into such a beautiful event? A national, nay internationally, recognised meet-up of airgun enthusiasts, with a wonderfully unique and informal flavour. And an event that is so eagerly anticipated by the many returnees.
Many genuine, long-term friendships have been forged at Quigley Hollow. Friendships that will truly stand the test of time and friendships that show true caring spirit and brotherhood. My best friends are the friends thst I have made at The Boinger Bash events.
And, as has been said countless times by so many appreciative people, a huge thank you to our wonderful hosts Mick and Shirl for firstly offering to host the event in the first place and then for the continued hard graft and commitment to the cause, making each and every meet so special.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOINGER BASH!
BOING!Safe journey, Gary, and to all who are travelling to and returning from The Hollow over the next few days.
It really is a case of pride and satisfaction that The Bash has grown into the hugely successful and influential event that it has become.
It seems so long ago now that this small bunch of springer nuts were burning the midnight oil and dreamily concocting up a basis for such a meet. A collection of diverse people from all four corners of our green and pleasant land. Even the likely location was a matter of great debate until our Mick grabbed it firmly with both hands and offered not only to host the meet but to organise it down to the last, perfect detail.
Nobody had met before and no-one had a clue as to how many people would actually turn out on the day, how people would get on and how the day would pan out. The fact that not only is it still here, but going from strength to strength, is testament to the successful prescription and the bonding and charming nature of the spring operated airgun and the lovely people who have become entranced by this wonderful system of projectile propulsion.
The Boinger Bash has been a life-changing event for myself and so many others; it's a way of life.
And it's all down to Mick and Shirl's unerring commitment and to the fine people who continue to attend and support.
Long may The Boinger Bash live and prosper.
Love you all, peeps.
BOING!Very well put Tony.
The Boinger Bash is a great event and I really look foreword to it every time.
I will be making my way to the Hollow about 10 o'clock ish and hopefully get there at 1 o'clock .
See you all soon Boing..
Atb
Les..It’s cracking Tone. Words can’t describe what a truly cracking event this is, not to mention the absolute quality people that attend it. Great times, even greater friends
Sorry for bumping this back up boys, but with The Bash having already started for many and, perhaps, if people haven't been flicking back and missed this, I thought it quite fitting to bring it back to the fore so we can celebrate the success of our wonderful little meets all, of course, courtesy of the marvellous Mr and Mrs Furness.
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