2018 Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic

Join us for the 1st Annual Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic on October 20-21, 2018 at the Barren Fork MuzzeLoaders Club near Gainesville, Missouri. The Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic is a 2-day meat shoot competition and rendezvous traders camp in the Southern Missouri Ozarks. The event is open to the public – all Traders, Competitors, and Enthusiasts are welcome! Authentic pre-1840’s clothing & primitive camping implements are appreciated but not required. NOTE: The club no longer exists and there will be no future rendezvous by this name.

Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic

FREE ADMISSION!!! Free for traders & vendors – Public Welcome

Location
Barren Fork MuzzeLoaders Club
CR 831
Gainesville, Mo 65655
GPS: 36.648107, -92.546066
Phone 417-712-1991

Located next to Barren Fork Creek near Gainesville, Missouri, the grounds of the Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club offer a newly-extended 300 yard outdoor range, a Woods Walk course, and plenty of lush green acreage for camping. On-site amenities include water, restroom facilities, & firewood.

Camping Area is open the Wednesday before through the Monday after the official event dates.

Rifle Frolic Competition Events:
Saturday: Woods Walk
Sunday: Novelty & Silhouette

Rules for Rifle Frolic Competition:
$7.00 entry fee to shoot each day
Traditional muzzleloaders (flint or percussion) firing patched round ball; side lock; underhammer or mule ear; no inlines; any metallic sight; load from bag on Woods Walk; auxiliary ramrods allowed.

No fees for vendors or traders!

Book your spot online

For More Informations: Email barrenforkmuzzleloaders@gmail.com; Call 417-712-1991

About the Barren Fork Traditional Muzzle Loaders Association
The Barren Fork Traditional Muzzle Loaders Association of Southern Missouri, host of the annual Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic, is an organization for those who enjoy competitive shooting events in an outdoor setting. Our mission is to pass on the skills of our ancestors to the next generation of history buffs & black powder enthusiasts. Our club offers several types of competitive shooting events (muzzle-loading, trap shooting, silhouette matches, novelty events, woods walk, big bore, etc.), one-on-one mentoring, rendezvous events, and lots of old-fashioned fun!

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Barren Fork MuzzleLoaders Club Rendezvous & Rifle Frolic on the third weekend in October at the Barren Fork MuzzeLoaders Club near Gainesville, Missouri.

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2019 Pomme de Terre Rendezvous

Join us for the 33rd Annual Pomme de Terre Rendezvous on May 4-5, 2019 at Pomme de Terre Lake Outlet Park in Hermitage, Missouri. Experience life at a pre-1840s fur trade era mountain man rendezvous at the Pomme de Terre Rendezvous. The Pomme de Terre Rendezvous is family friendly, so bring everyone for the fun, food, live music, and pre-1840s mountain man competitions.

Pomme de Terre Rendezvous

The Pomme de Terre Rendezvous is held annually the first weekend in May. The Pomme de Terre Lake Outlet Park campground will be closed to public camping from Wednesday prior to that weekend through the Tuesday after.

Admission: $2.00; 12 and under Free
School Day on Friday

Activities
Demonstrations and Seminars * Live Music * Food Vendors * Camp Contests

Encampment
Early Set-Up Available Wednesday, 8:00 am
Pre-1840s Primitive Attire and Camp
Water, Ice and Firewood available on site
Plenty of excellent camping available
Furs * Knives * Beads * Clothing * Tents * Lodges * Teepees * Camp Equipment * Iron Forge * French Colonial Artillery * Primitive Archery * Atlatl
Prizes awarded for various camp contest.

Black Powder Shoot
Missouri Off Hand Novelty Shoot * Hawk and Knife Throwing in Aggregate * Shotgun * Trade Gun-Pistol

Shooting Rules
Black Powder and Ball Only * Early Style Rifles Only * No Peeps – No Shaders * No Registration afte 1 pm Sunday * NMLRA Rules

Camp Pot Luck, Pig Roast
Breakfast: Saturday and Sunday @ 7:00 am
Non-Denominational Service Sunday Morning @ 9:00 am
Vendors: Arts and Crafts vendor spaces available.

Pomme de Terre Rendezvous Mini-Gallery

Location
Pomme de Terre Lake Outlet Park
Below the dam, 3 miles south of Hermitage.
County Road 218
Hermitage, MO 65668
GPS: 37.90278, -93.32917

For More Informaton:
Primitive Camping contact Ed Wilde 417-998-6005
Black Powder Shoot contact Rod Gates 417-998-6535
Also, check our Pomme de Terre Muzzleloader Rendezvous Facebook page.

About the Pomme de Terre Rendezvous Association
The first Pomme de Terre Rendezvous was held in Hermitage in 1985. Far different from the original mountain men rendezvous, it was organized as a family event. Then called the Black Powder Rendezvous, it was moderately successful, attracting about 500 people. It was moved to its present location in 1986 due to the need for additional space and to take advantage of the natural beauty of the site a well as the traditional significance of the river in the lives of early settlers.

The first three rendezvous were sponsored and organized by the Hickory County Historical Society. During those years it grew tremendously, both in scope and popularity. Due to this rapid growth and its increasing complexity, a new organization, the Pomme de Terre Rendezvous Association was formed to sponsor the event. The Rendezvous Association, made up of local people and organizations interested in ensuring that area history is preserved. One way of doing so is through such annual events as the Pomme de Terre Rendezvous. In 2006, the Hermitage Lions Club assumed the overall sponsorship of the event that is organized and operated by the Rendezvous Committee.

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Pomme de Terre Rendezvous at Lake Outlet Park in Carson’s Corner, Missouri.

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2019 Eastern Ozark Rendezvous

Join us for the 3rd Annual Eastern Ozark Rendezvous on March 16-17, 2019, at the Barksdale Plantation, in Glen Allen, Missouri. The Eastern Ozark Rendezvous is a pre-1840s rendezvous that includes the French and Indian and Fur Trade era. There will be Living History demonstrations and hand made items. Food and refreshments are available. Candy cannon for the kids! Games for participants and the public. Early setup for participants begins Wednesday. Pre 1840s period dress required in camp starting Friday morning to release on Sunday. Keep modern items out of sight. Public is welcome during visitors hours.

Eastern Ozark Rendezvous

Public Hours
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Eastern Ozark Rendezvous Location:
Barks Plantation
State Hwy ZZ
Glen Allen, MO
(573) 208-8722

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Participants
Early Set Up: for participants starts at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Camp Fee: $15 – includes a trade blanket
Tent Trader Fee: $20

Participant Events
Saturday & Sunday
Period bow, rifle, and smoothbore shoot ($10 fee for each event)
Old-time Post Shoot ($10 per team; winner gets the pot)
Hawk and Knife Throw
No loaded guns allowed in camp. Animals must be kept in control.

Saturday night potluck dinner at 6:00 p.m.
Sunday morning prayer service.

Location
Barks Plantation
Glenallen, MO 63751
573-238-4108

Directions: Located off hwy 34 in glenallen, mo. Turn onto zz hwy travel two miles. We are located on the left after the second bridge.

For More Information
Tommy Smith: Call 573-225-4424; Email smittytsmith@gmail.com

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Eastern Ozark Rendezvous in March at the Barksdale Plantation, in Glen Allen, Missouri.

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2019 Big Muddy Rendezvous in Lexington Missouri

The 8th Annual Big Muddy Rendezvous will be held on September 19-22, 2019 at the Big River Ranch in Lexington, Iowa. The rendezvous is Sanctioned by The Missouri Offhand Association and co-hosted by the Fort Osage Muzzleloaders and the Strother Freetrappers Club.

Public is Welcome with a parking fee of $2.00 / Vehicle

Pre-1840’s primitive camp and dress is appreciated!
Pre-1865 Traders Row Including the Cowboy Action Traders
(Setup to begin September 14th & teardown after 1 PM Sunday)
No Vehicles allowed in primitive camp during the event
Registration (9-4) Thursday – Saturday & (9-11) Sunday

All Shooters are admitted free of charge
Money and Prizes based on Event Participation.
All Matches available in Women’s Division.
Blanket Prizes not available to Top Money Winners
No Shotgun Matches This Year!
Co-Sponsored by: Ft. Osage Muzzleloaders & Strother Freetrappers Club

For More Information
Jim Thorp (660) 232-4944; Carl Donze (660) 563-1295 articred@att.net

Big Muddy Rendezvous Camping
Trash Removal, Restrooms, Showers, Firewood, &Water Provided
24 Hookups with Water & Electricity @ $20/day
14 Hookups with Electricity @ $15/day
(Dump Station provided for campers & RV’s)
Moderately Priced Food, Drinks, & Concession
Book your RV and Camper spots early to ensure you have a spot!

Black Powder Shooting Events:
Events: (9-5) Thur – Sat & (9-12:30) Sun Cost: 1st 2nd 3rd
Rifle (Novelty) $10 $20 $15 $10
Rifle (Paper) $10 $20 $15 $10
Rifle (Silhouette) $10 $20 $15 $10
Rifle (Squirrel gun – 40 Cal or Smaller) $10 $20 $15 $10
Shoot all 4 for $35 Rifle Champion (4)
Period dress requested for rifle events, thank you! 1st $100 & 2nd $50
Pistol (Paper & Novelty) $10 $20 $15 $10
Trade Gun (Paper, Novelty & Clay Targets) $10 $20 $15 $10
Shoot all 6 for $50 Overall Champion
No Scores Accepted after 1PM Sunday (6 events) $200
See back / next page for more details Top Woman $50

Rifle Champion: (Single shot on paper “X” target used for tiebreaker)

• Novelty Rifle – 21 Steel Novelty Targets at various distances (10 – 100 yards). Only visible hits will be counted X – ten points. Please, be respectful of personnel volunteering as score keepers. Their say is final. (21 Shots)
• Rifle Paper – Targets posted at 25 & 50 yards may be shot (5 shots each) in 20 minute relays. Make sure your name and competitor number are written on each target. Please turn targets into the registration desk as soon as possible. (20 Shots)
• Rifle (Long Range) Silhouettes – No restriction on caliber – Steel Novelty Targets at various distances (100 – 200 yards). Only visible hits will be counted X – ten points. Please, be respectful of personnel volunteering as score keepers. Their say is final. (20 Shots)
• Rifle (Small Bore) Squirrel Silhouettes – 40 calibers and smaller – Steel Novelty Targets at various distances (100 – 200 yards). Only visible hits will be counted X – ten points. Please, be respectful of personnel volunteering as score keepers. Their say is final. (20 Shots)
• Hawk & Knife – 2 – 3 – 4 quadrant system for each – Max 9 points for each (3 Throws Each)
• Pistol – 6 Steel Novelty Targets; 10 Shots at 25 yard pistol target & 5 Shots at a 50 yard pistol target
• Trade Gun – 10 Steel Novelty Targets; 5 shots on a 25 yard paper target and 6 thrown clay birds

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Big Muddy Rendezvous on the third weekend in September at the Big River Ranch in Lexington, Iowa.

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2019 Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous & Festival

Meet us at the Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous & Festival on September 20-22, 2019 at the Little Niangua Campground in Roach, Missouri. Join the Mountain men and traders as they capture the pre 1840x days, dressing in their 19th century attire and living in genuine tee-pees and canvas tents during the Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous. Experience a segment of living American history at its very best as these mountain men compete in black powder shoots, tomahawk and knife throwing contests, fire starting and tall tale telling.

The Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous offers the chance to shop Trader’s Row for unique hand-crafted gifts, folk art and artifacts from the past. There is always an array of artisans, story tellers, gunsmiths, re-enactors and blacksmiths to guide you through a journey back in time. You will experience the sights and sounds of a real frontier rendezvous, the smell of campfires and the enchantment of walking in the footsteps of early pioneers.

The goal of the Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous is to provide a quality living history experience. Primitive Crafts and skills demonstrations are welcome. On Friday, elementary schools are welcome to bring classes. A lifetime of history is captured in this three day event!

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – FREE ADMISSION
Thursday thru Sunday: 9am to 5pm
Early setup may begin 8am Wednesday. Vehicles allowed in camp only for off-loading & loading.
Schools and Visitors are Welcome!

Rifle Match
One shooter allowed with paid camp fee. Walk-on shooters $10. Aggregate shoot, hawk and knife, and fire starting contests. Open sights only. No optics or any devices attached to glasses. No in-line actions. Round ball only and no rifles over .62 cal. No re-entry. Separate Ladies and junior matches. Primitive dress encouraged, but not required. Shooting time will be Saturday: 9am – 2pm; Sunday: 9am – 11am. Prizes will be awarded on Sunday at 1pm.

Competition Times
Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Prizes will be awarded Sunday at 1:00 pm.

Primitive Camp
Primitive Camp fee is $20.00, firewood, water, and modern bath facilities are provided.
Primitive and Modern Camps will be separate.
Pre-1840 accommodation and attire are required for the primitive camping and trader’s row. A traders committee will monitor authenticity and appropriateness of trade goods.

Modern Tent & RV Camping is available nearby.
RV camping with Electric and Water hookup: $24/night. Tent camping: $12/night
Fee Includes 2 adults and 2 children 11 and under.
Additional persons: $4/night (tent and RV)
With prior approval, Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous demonstrations may have camp fees waived. Check with Ken at Little Niangua, 573-347-2728 for details. This fee allows one 6-point blanket for trading items.
Vehicles will be allowed to park in the Modern Camping area if they are registered campers, and only in their designated spot.

Traders
Traders Fee is $20.00 + plus a donated prize; fee includes camp fee and will be reinvested with the traders for prizes awarded.
Camping and Traders Fee’s include 1 shooter per camp.

The Little Niangua Campground reserves the right to deny any request for vendor/trader space at the Mountain man Festival, if request is denied, all fees will be returned.

FOR MORE INFO, CALL US TOLL FREE 855-646-2267 or EMAIL, info@gorvcamping.com

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Little Niangua Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous & Festival at the Little Niangua Campground in Roach, MO.

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