first 1.3 show

[ras1986]

Well the time has finally come, I have been invited to shoot a show here in texas for new years. The company is celebration fireworks. Shooting the downtown San Antonio show. Any tips for a first time professional show shoot?

[displayfireworks1]

What ever happened with you , the magazine and the ATF license application/interview?

[Westpapyro]

Be safe, watch listen and learn. Drink lots of water to keep hydrated while hauling all those racks. Wear proper gear and comfy boots/shoes.
Most important is to have fun and enjoy your self!

[ras1986]

Dave, I re sent my application to the atf what seeks like months ago, still haven't deposited my check. Anyway I'm taking your advise this time and not taking any shit this time. Hopefully i dont have that same green atf inspector this time. I'm 100% compliant for my magazine and license so he will have give it to me, I'm not withdrawing my app this time around.

[displayfireworks1]

Let us know when your interview is scheduled with the ATF. We are going to prepare you.
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When I look at my list from 2012 I only see 32 ATF Fireworks license holders in the entire state of Texas. That is extremely low for such a large state. There are only a few of those license holders that actually have a manufacturing license , most are Type 54. They just are not used to seeing someone like you come along. Here is a breakdown of Texas.
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http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/img/counties/stout48.gif
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State of Texas.
ATF Fireworks License by county
Angelina-1
Bastrop-3
Bexar-2
Bowie-1
Castro-1
Commanche-1
Dallas-3
Delta-2
Eastland-1
Fannin-1
Harris-1
Limestone-1
Lipscomb-1
Matagorda-1
Medina-1
Montague-1
Parker-1
Smith-2
Tarrant-1
Trinity-1
Walker-1
Wise-1
Wood-1
Young-1

[ras1986]

Wish I knew who was in Harris county. That's where I'm at. I know personally of a handful of guys with a 54. The guys with 54 ' are lead shooters

[displayfireworks1]

The address in Harris County belongs to meat process facility in Houston Texas. It is a Type 54 in a persons name. I have the name and address but don't want to post it. Not sure what the significance is. Either the owner enjoys fireworks or he is using some sort of explosives in his business.

[ras1986]

Ha ha. Who needs a knife when you can legally buy flash powder. Dave could you pm me this persons info. It may be someone I know or would like to get to know once I have my license. This person may know about a 1 3 distributor that I have not found in houston yet

[displayfireworks1]

Rather than give out peoples name from the list, I know there are forums members from the state of Texas. Lets see if they PM you with some in formation. Here is a link to a fireworks club in Texas. It looks like they have something in Austin Texas in addition to Dallas. If these fireworks clubs across the country are looking to recruit people they should be on these forums willing to help someone like you. Here is a link to their website.
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http://www.fireants.org/about-us/

[Bazerk]

Hey Dave, do you have one of those maps for the state of FL? I would be interested in seeing how many people here actually have a type 54.

[displayfireworks1]

Florida ATF fireworks license by county.
Alachua-3
Brevard-1
Broward-1
Citrus-1
Duval-2
Flagler-2
Gadsden-1
Hillsborough-6
Lake-1
Lee-1
Leaon-3
Marion-2
Orange-2
Palm Beach-2
Pasco-3
Pinella-2
Sarasota-1
Seminole-2
Volusia-4
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http://dos.elections.myflorida.com/images/soe-map.jpg

[Bazerk]

Wow! Only 40 in the state. Hopefully in the next 3-4 months you can change the number 1 to a 2 next to Broward. Starting construction on the magazine next week! Exciting stuff!

[Fatboy]

How many in Pennsylvania? Does PA have the most above any other state? I know of many here but some may have been since 2012.