The Powderhorn Clan

The Powderhorn Clan is a muzzleloading rifle club dedicated to the preservation of these fine American firearms. The Powderhorn clan has been a charter club of the National Muzzleloading Rifle Association since 1948. The Clan is also involved in the faithful re-creation of the lifestyle of

the Mountain Men, Long Hunters and French Voyagers, who armed with this type of weapon, carved a Nation from this land we now call America. This activity is now carried on worldwide and is commonly known as "Buckskinning." Local clubs throughout the country rendezvous year round.

The basic rules for this activity are really quite simple, until you try to follow them. All firearms, clothing, lodging and related gear must be of PRE-1840 vintage. This may either be original or faithful re-creation ofsuch items.

While there are many muzzleloading gun clubs statewide, The Powderhorn Clan is currently the only "primitive" club in Arizona. We have no home base or range and members are scattered throughout the state. Phoenix, Kingman, Casa Grande, Flagstaff and Snowflake are but a few places you will

find clansmen. Most are also members of local shooting clubs. About six to eight times each year we all rendezvous at various sites within the state.

The camp is set-up and any modern gear is removed out of sight. For all practical purposes, the time is prior to 1840. Activities include shooting, hawk and knife throwing contests, practicing primitive skills, nature hikes and related matters. The Powderhorn Clan does not take part in parades, but

does do public "living history" demonstrations.

The Powderhorn Clan is accepting applications for membership. Buckskinning is not for everyone, however, if you would like more info. or would like to join the Powderhorn Clan, contact us here & receive a complimentary newsletter, a copy of our "Greenhorn's Guide" & the name of the brigade Booshway in your area. Rendezvous dates & locations are published in the newsletter & on our website. Remember, you don't need anything but an interest to get started!