This shooting activity takes one back to the time of the mountain man and earlier. Most of the members prefer to use this antique style of rifle. These rifles are loaded by pouring the powder into the barrel directly and using a patch and ball rammed home on top of this powder.

The Golden Gun Club holds monthly Black Powder Shooting contests. Some of these shooters, Buck skinners, have made their own rifles. Rules to adhere to the basic: black powder or pyrodes, patched round ball, open iron sights, no shaders or chew strings, offhand/standing position.

• When: The Last Sunday of each month.
• Alternate Day: The First Sunday of the month following a canceled match.
• Time: Apr.–Nov. 10:00 AM. Dec.–Mar. 12:00 AM.

Check the Monthly Newsletter or call the Range Information Line (number listed in the monthly newsletter) for the schedule of monthly matches. For information on Black Powder competition, e-mail Vinton Ervin, or call the clubhouse 303-366-6970.