We do this for fun, not to feed our families so we have a choice as to whether or not we want to get wet or subject our fine old doubles to a drenching. Sure, they've been wet before and so have we but the choice to do so is still ours and when the forecast is for 1" - 2" inches of rain driven by strong winds and a NWB tornado warning... I guess I made the right decision for me and my guns by choosing to head home on Sunday morning.
This event is still suffering growing pains and probably will for a few more years so while we're on the subject of suggesting improvements, I would suggest at least two people signing up the shooters in the peak hours. Mrs. Hausman is a terrific lady and did a swell job; remembered names on the second day and what gauge we preferred to shoot... but she could really use a little help there.