Alafia River Rendezvous

The Thirty-Ninth
Alafia River Rendezvous
Keep the Fire Burning!
Keeping the Spirit Alive!
January 16 - 23, 2010
More Majorum
(after the manner of our ancestors)
Emergency Information
In case of a medical emergency please
Dial 911
Our Location
1000 Old Fort Meade Road
Homeland, FL 33847
Local Hospital
Bartow Regional Medical Center
Main Desk (863) 533-8111
Located off of Hwy 98 just
North of Bartow
Pharmacies
CVS 863-533-4153
6 miles north on US 17,
left on Hwy 98, on the
corner of hwy 60 and hwy 98.
Walgreen's 863-533-3669
6 miles north on US 17, left on Hwy 98,
in the Publix Shopping Center
Wal-Mart 863-533-2131
6 miles north on US 17, left on Hwy 98
Sheriff’s Office
Non - Emergency Number
863-533-0344
Cover Art by Teena Thomas
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Table of Contents
Emergency Information
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Message From The Booshways
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Meet The Segundos
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Alafia Staff
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General Information
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Alafia School Registration
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Shooting Information
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Raffle Shoot
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Junior Rifle Drawing
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Archery Information
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Hawk & Knife Range Rules
Daily Activities &
Entertainment Schedule
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Seminar Schedule
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Scholarship Program
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Camp Map
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List of Advertisers
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Range Rules
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Medallion Design by Barry Bohnet
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Welcome to the 39th
Alafia River Rendezvous!
A Message from your 2010 Booshways!
Janie and I want to welcome you all to the 2010 Alafia!
Many volunteer hours have been put into this years event and we want to
thank everyone for their hard work. We hope that you will enjoy rekindling
old friendships and hope you will make many new friends this year.
This years theme is “Keep the Fire Burning”! We choose this slogan because
we believe somewhere in each of us we have a burning desire to learn more of
our history and we must to keep that fire burning for future generations.
Make sure you take advantage of our planned events. Read your gatebook so
you don’t miss a thing! Opening ceremonies will take place Sunday, January 17th at 1:00 PM. All are encouraged to attend.
Have a great week and let’s “Keep the Fire Burning”!
Clayton Graves, 2010 Booshway
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The 2010 Segundo’s
With great respect and admiration we are proud to introduce Don and Barb Boger as the 2010 Segundo’s. Don
and Barb have been rendezvousing for many years and are well
qualified to carry on the traditions of the Alafia River Rendezvous. They are good people and good friends!
Clayton and Janie
Keep the Fire Burning!
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Tony Villanti
Al Bail
e
Joe Hus
y
“Gone
key
but never forgotten!”
Al Bailey 1/20/1945 - 5/1/2009 Al loved the fellowship of the Florida
Frontiersmen. He enjoyed treating the Florida Frontiersmen to an annual
fish fry each fall. Also Al implemented the Junior Rifle Drawing at the
Alafia and provided the prize rifle for it each year.
Joe Huskey d. 5/6/2009 Joe was a beloved husband, father and grandfather He was also an Army Veteran. He was a Florida Frontiersman and an
American Mountain Man. He had a passion for the outdoors and preserving Florida’s history. By the way Joe made all the Children’s Wooden
Nickels each year at the Alafia...one of the many things he did for this
Club! (His son Erik will carry on that tradition...thanks Erik!)
Mitch Mitchel d. 2/12/2009 Mitch had many titles: Husband, Father,
Grandfather, Florida Frontiersmen, Alafia Ranger, Blacksmith, Friend,
Gator Fan and many many other titles. He was a hard working, honorable man. You always knew where you stood with Mitch he was a
"straight shooter".
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Mitch Mit
chel
the FL
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Jerry Muzzleloa
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Jerry LaBalbo 2/26/1936 - 4/27/2009 Jerry was a veteran, a NRA Life
Member. Loved black powder, shooting, hunting, fishing, bowling,
gunsmithing, woodworking. He was a Sunday school teacher, a cub
scout leader, midget football coach. A beloved husband and father.
Tony Villanti d.11/21/2009 Tony was a beloved Father , Grandfather
and a much loved and respected member of the Florida Frontiersmen.
He was an Me'tis National Elder. Also Tony was a Navy Veteran.
There will be a special memorial service for Tony to be held on Monday Jan. 18 at 10:00 am.
They are gone from our sight….but they live on in our hearts.
All of our Florida Frontiersmen that have gone on before us are
honored in our Memorial Garden. The first Sunday of every Alafia, at the break of dawn we gather at the Memorial Garden to
pay tribute to our “beloved departed”.
Please join us as we celebrate and remember those who have
gone on before us, Sunday Jan. 17, 7 am at the Memorial.
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Alafia Staff
Booshway’s: Clayton and Janie Graves
Segundo’s: Don and Barbara Boger
Governor’
Indian Territory: Bob & Bert Aurich
Modern Territory: Bob and Sharon Hall
NE Territory: Jack McDonald
NW Territory: Bee Bryan
SE Territory: Denis and Shannon Degamon
SW Territory: Burl Wilson
Trophy Shoot
Chief Range Officer: Ed Ash and Earl Becker
Primitive: Bob Merada and Doc Long
Paper Range: Ed Ash & Earl Becker
Boone and Kenton: Charlie Chapman
Woods Walk: Jerry Daubert
Trade Gun: Bob Aurich
Fur and Feather: Leonard Cutts
Scoring : Mike Kelly and Bob Samson
Archery: Sakkwa's Council
Hawk & Knife: Jim Lee & Sons/ Piper Bob
Chiefs and Sub-Chiefs
Ceremonies: Terry ‘Redhawk’ Harris
Chief Dog Soldiers: Brian Keeth
Safety & Fire Chief: Tom Davide
Entertainment Chief: Suz Chapman
Games Chief: Terri Davies
Gate Chief: Colonel Cherri Clark
Highland Games: Clan Wolf Florida
Historical Newspaper: Beverly McIntyre
Ice Chief: Tim Jenkins
Judge: The Honorable Thomas R. Welch, Esq.
Location Station: Katy Arrowood
Medic: Rick Caranova
Marketing: Bev McIntyre and Bill Bair
Parking: Bartow/IB High School Band Boosters
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Pastor: Bob Samson/ Dale Chapin
Children’s Church: Dale Chaplin
Pre-Registration: Susie Hull
Public Relations: Suz Chapman
Chief Ranger & Horse Camp: Captain Mike McIntyre
Scribe: Teena Thomas
Seminars: Dana Cheney
School Teacher: Diane Chambers
School Tours: Mary Mitchell & Abby Lee
Trade Chief: Ray Triplett/ Jack Hall
Visitors Gate: Randy & Teena Thomas
Webmistress: Teena Thomas
Woods Sales: Ronnie & Diane Capp
“Special thanks to all the Florida Frontiersmen and friends
of the Alafia who donated their time and efforts to
“Keep the Fire Burning”
at the 2010 Alafia!
Thank you All
Clayton and Janie Graves Booshway’s
Keep the Fire Burning!
Native American Quotes and Wisdom
Two Wolves
One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle
that goes on inside people. He said, 'My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all.
One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed,
arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false
pride, superiority, and ego.
The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.’
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his
grandfather:' which wolf wins?'The old Cherokee simply replied, 'The one you feed.'
Look for more Dream Catchers and more Native American
wisdom through out the Gatebook!
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General Information
Admission:
The fee is $30.00 pre-registered per persons 18
and over, $40 at the gate. There is no charge for a Trader’s License if you are pre-registered or $35 at the gate. The Registration Gate will be open daily 8 am - 4 pm.
Visitors:
Public admission will be as follows: Thursday Jan.
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the primitive area by 4 pm, No Exceptions! Participants are
asked to assist their guests as well as other visitors to the exit
gates in a timely manner.
Medallions:
Must be worn at all times! You must have your
Medallion with you to leave or enter the property. You must
make your own arrangements for late arrivals. Extra 2010 medallions will be on sale Sat. Jan 23 at the General Store.
Security:
The Dog Soldiers & Rangers are here for security
and to be of service to you. They do not run personal errands.
NO EXCEPTIONS! Since thievery is always possible, please
report anything suspicious to a Dog Soldier, Marshall, Ranger,
Florida Frontiersmen or your Booshway.
A Sheriff’s Deputy will be assigned night time security (4:00 pm
to 8:00 am) and will not allow anyone past the Registration Gate
without a Medallion and a photo ID.
Primitive Camp:
All clothing, camps and accoutrements
must conform to the pre-1840 time period beginning January
15th , at 5 pm. Saturday Jan 16th primitive dress will be required
upon arrival. A changing tent will be available at the gate for
your convenience. Please do not ruin the effect of the camp by
any careless display of non-period items.
Loading & Unloading:
Beginning Wednesday, January
13th—Friday, Jan. 15h: of early SETUP the Main Stockade Gate
will be open at 8:00 am every day and will closed promptly at
4:00 pm.
Saturday, Jan 16h through Wed, Jan. 20st gate closes at 4:00 pm.
Thursday Jan. 21st and Friday Jan. 22nd stockade gates will be
opened by Dog Soldiers only due to public admission. Saturday
Jan. 23rd gate closes at 2 pm. In the interest of safety and atmosphere No Vehicles in camp after the gates close, thank you.
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General Information - Continued
Please unload your gear, remove your vehicle to the parking
area, and then set up your lodge. You will not be allowed to
bring your vehicle into camp again except to load when leaving. At which time, you are allowed ONE (1) HOUR. Have
your gear ready to load before bringing in your vehicle. Any
participant wanting to leave Thursday (21), Friday (22) or Saturday (23) must do so between 6 am and 8 am.
All cars must be out by 8 am No Exceptions!
January 23, 2010 Camp will remain primitive after closing
ceremonies as is the custom at Alafia! The Florida Frontiersmen appreciate all of our participants remaining primitive on
visitors days and on the last Saturday evening.
To “Keep the Fire Burning”
Sunday Jan 24, 2010 Rendezvous is over, vehicles may enter
the stockade at 6 am. All campers must vacate the property by
4:00 pm on January 24, 2010.
Animals:“NO Dogs or other Pets” are allowed on the Florida Frontiermen’s property. Due to insufficient barn stalls we
cannot offer space to those who have horses and would like to
bring them. We apologize for any inconvenience. Horse
owners and parents are responsible to keep children away
from the stables and pastures at all times.
Wood:
Wood is available for purchase daily: 8 to 10 am
and 2 to 4 pm. The charge is $5 per level cart load. The fees
collected for the firewood will go towards the Scholarship
Fund which goes to deserving students from Ft. Meade and
Bartow High Schools.
Do Not cut live trees on the property! This is grounds for
ejection.
Fires:
Must be in a pit. Keep a water bucket next to your fire
at all times. Fires left unattended will be put out by the Dog
Soldiers, Marshalls or Rangers. A second offense will be
cause for ejection. Fire extinguishers are to be placed inside
of tent.
When Leaving: Replace divots, remove all fire pit rocks and
stones, fill in fire pits, remove all fire wood and police your
area before vacating. Due to unfavorable conditions a fire ban
may be issued. Your cooperation will be appreciated.
Water: Potable well water is available on the site.
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General Information - Continued
Sanitation:
There are chemical toilets located throughout
the camp. Please help keep these clean for everyone . Please
do not dump garbage in the chemical toilets or in the areas
around the toilets.
Garbage:
You are responsible for your own garbage: Do
not bury! Dumpsters are located at the Main Gate, Wood
Pile & Modern Camp. “Keep trash bags out of sight”
Make sure the person taking your trash to the dumpster can
physically accomplish the task (get it into the dumpster).
Do not throw cigarette butts on the ground.
When you break camp you are expected to take your remaining trash to a dumpster. Additional dumpsters will be available
outside the Stockade Gate.
Garbage is always a big problem so your cooperation will be
appreciated.
Social Etiquette
Responsibilities: This is a family camp and children are very
welcome, however, parents are reminded that they are responsible for their children’s conduct and safety. Children up to
age 18 (wooden nickel participants) must be in their own
camp by 11 pm or with a parent.
We must set a proper example in front of the children. Any
extreme language, public drunkenness or altercations may
result in eviction. Under age drinking will not be tolerated.
Please be considerate of your neighbors. Refrain from excessive noise after 10:00 pm
Property Rules
You are camping on the Florida Frontiersmen property. Misuse of these grounds will be just cause for your expulsion from
the rendezvous. Please keep your camp clean at all times and
keep all items that are not pre-1840 OUT of SIGHT.
No trenching around shelters. Replace divots, remove all fire
pit rocks and stones, fill in fire pits, remove all fire wood and
police your area before vacating. Your cooperation is expected and appreciated. Lets continue the tradition and leave
this property site better than you found it.
Electronic Equipment:
CAMERAS, CELL PHONES
& GAMES are looked upon as non-period items. Please
keep cell phone ringers turned off or on silent mode and use
with discretion. Please be discrete when using your cameras.
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General Information - Continued
If we can see it, hear it or smell it and it’s not period
correct, you will be asked to remove it.
Historical Newspapers
Historical Newspapers are posted daily at the Seminar Tent
on the Commons, coordinating with the dates of the rendezvous. These newspapers are true copies of the originals kept
in the Florida Frontiersmen archives.
Modern Camping
No Visitors are allowed past the registration gate.
Hookups/Generators: Power and sanitary hookups are not
available. Generator operation in the Modern Camp area will
be allowed from 8 am to 9:00 pm only.
If we can hear generators running from Modern in the primitive camp area you will be asked to “Shut It Down” . No open
pits will be allowed for sanitary use.
One vehicle only and No Utility Trailers in Modern Camp
area.
Ice: Will be delivered every morning in 10 pound bags at
$1.50 per bag. It is also available at the general store. Large
orders for parties or special meals need to be arranged with
our Ice Chief, Tim Jenkins.
Every Florida Frontiersmen: will strive to make your
visit to the Alafia a pleasant one to “Keep the Fire Burning”.
Please show them your respect and cooperation.
Alafia River Rendezvous® School Registration
You must register your child for school at the Alafia River
Rendezvous School House located on the commons, and
donate an hour of your time to help. All grades start at 8 am.
Our teacher is not Special Education certified. Special
Education Students must be accompanied by a parent.
Students must bring their own assignments. This is a school
for grades 1 - 12 only and not a day care. Each child is
encouraged to bring a book to donate to the Florida
Frontiersmen Library and a dictionary appropriate for his/her
grade level. Home schooled children do not need to attend
classes.
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Alafia Shooting Information
Eligibility: To register for all shooting events present your medallion to
the Score Keeper at the Range House across from the Range. Registration for all shooting events begins Tues. at 8 am. Each shooter will
be registered by medallion number. If you are a new shooter Please
notify the Range Officer
Be sure that you have a medallion for each shooter over 18 yrs old in
your camp. Take all shot targets to the Score Keeper or Scored Sheets
to the Range Officers.
Shooting Schedule
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Archery……………………………....…….….12 pm-4 pm
Archery…………………....…………...….….12 pm-4 pm
*Woods Walk ,Paper
Primitive & Trade Gun.………………....9 am-3 pm
Boone & Keaton…………………………….9 am - 12
*Woods Walk ,Paper
Primitive & Trade Gun.………………....9 am-3 pm
Boone & Keaton…………………………….9 am - 12
Archery……………………………....…….….12 pm-4 pm
*Woods Walk.………….……..………….....9 am-3 pm
Paper, Primitive & Trade Gun.……….9 am-3 pm
Boone & Keaton…………………………….9 am - 12
*Woods Walk.………….……..………….....9 am-3 pm
Paper & Primitive
Trade Gun, Fur & Feather …………....9 am-3 pm
Boone & Keaton…………………………….9 am - 12
Paper & Primitive..……………….………..9 am-12 pm
**Prize Gun Shoot Off…………...……………..12 pm
Protest period ends …………...……………..12:30 pm
All Shooting Awards & Rifle…………………......1pm
*For Woods Walk: Bring a throwing knife and yer hawk
** Top three shooters on the qualification target from Tues. Wed., Thur.,
Fri., the qualification target may be shot on any one of these four days.
Please read all the range rules carefully (located on the last page of
this book). These rules were established for the safety of all shooters. Violation of these rules will be cause for disqualification and
removal from the range.
Scores will be posted on the score board at the Range House near
the range. Scores will be posted on or about 12 pm Saturday, January 23. There will be a half-hour protest time. The awards ceremony will follow the protest time at 1 pm at the range.
Medallions will be given for first, second, and third place in each
Paper Match. (Example: 25, 50 and 100 yd. Paper targets including Pistol targets.)
Plaques will be awarded for the first, second and third place in each
of the aggregates from the three ranges.
“Remember, Muzzles UP!”
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Divisions / Aggregates
Men’s Paper
Women’s Paper
Pistol
Men’s Primitive
Woods Walk
Women’s Primitive
Archery
Trade Gun
Junior Match (16 & under)
Alafia Rendezvous Raffle Shoot
You could win a custom made rifle.
Choose Tues. Wed., Thurs. or Friday to shoot one paper target. You can only enter one of the four days. No
Re-entering. You will use your own gun and equipment. You can take five shots at the target. There will
be three winners each day. The twelve winners from
the four days will shoot off on Saturday at 11:00 am at
the paper range. The best score will be the winner of
the custom made rifle.
Please Note: You must be a camper to enter. You are
not eligible to win if you have won in the past five
years. No peep sights on the final shoot off on Saturday. OPEN SITES ONLY
This years rifle was custom made by Florida Frontiersmen Barry Bohnet.
The Al (Hot Lip) Bailey
Junior Rifle Drawing
All Junior Shooters who compete in any Alafia Shooting
Match will be eligible for the drawing.
RULES:
 You must shoot at least one Alafia Match
to be entered for the drawing.
 Your Parent or Guardian must be present for you to receive the prize rifle.
The winners name will be drawn from all the Junior Shooters
who participate in any Alafia Shoot.
Al Bailey 08/29/1945 - 05/01/2009
It was Mr. Bailey’s intent to encourage young shooters at all
levels to continue
“in the manner of our ancestors”.
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Alafia Rendezvous Archery
The Archery Range will be open Monday, Tuesday
& Wednesday, 12pm-4pm
All participants shall start each round by 3:00 PM so
that they will have time to finish their round by Range
Closing Time of 4:00 PM. No participant will be allowed
to start a round after 3:00 PM.
Classes: Men
 Women
 Youth (14 yrs. old & younger).
Range Rules:
 No Alcoholic Beverages allowed on the range. Viola
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tors will be asked to leave.
NO RANGE SHOOTING EXCEPT FOR COMPETITION
Practice shooting at practice targets ONLY.
Archers must shoot in groups of not less than (3)
shooters.
NO PERSON UNDER 15 CAN SHOOT WITHOUT AN
ADULT PRESENT.
Shooters must touch appropriate rock to shoot.
All shooters in group shoot before scoring arrows.
Score all arrows before pulling arrows.
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Equipment Rules:
Bows:
 Wood bows, wood laminated bows, horn bows, with
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or without natural material backings
NO FIBERGLASS
NO SIGHTS
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Arrows:
 Wood, cane, or natural materials ONLY.
 Feathers or natural materials ONLY for fletching
 Field points Only.
Scoring Rules:
 Arrow must STICK in target to score
 Scoring:
Kill
10 pts.
Hit
5 pts.
No Stick 0 pts.
 Arrow must TOUCH line of kill area to receive
higher score.
Thursday January 21, a Novelty Shoot will be held.
The event will be announced at the range and will
be determined at the event by Sakkwa's Council.
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Alafia Rendezvous Tomahawk and Knife
Jim Lee, Chief Range Officer
Range Rules:
No Alcoholic Beverages on the range
No person under 16 can participate without an accompanying adult
present.
The range officer has final say on all matters.
Practice throwing at practice targets only
When the range is closed no one shall enter the range.
Equipment:
Both Knife and Hawk shall be covered by a sheath for safe transport
onto and leaving the range. Covers are preferred while in public areas
of the encampment.
Tomahawk shall have no more than a four inch overall blade width
and shall have a wooden handle.
Knife shall be of a design typical for throwing (no kitchen utensils)
NMLRA RULES
Max width of knife blade 2.5 in.
Over all length of knife shall not exceed 16 in. handle shall not exceed
one third of the over all length
The knife shall not be excessive in length. (no machete styles allowed)
The knife must have a handle. (Leather slabs preferred, no straight
metal devices)
The Hawk and Knife Range will open each day of competition at 9:00
am Adult practice is from 9:00 am until 10:00 am
Competition for Men’s and Women’s Hawk and Knife will start at
10:00 am
Youth practice will be after the men and women’s competitions or
12:00am Youth Competition will start at 1:00 pm
The Hawk and Knife Range may be opened by the range officer at
any time
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Daily Schedule of Activities,
Games & Nightly Entertainment
Notice for parents: You are responsible for your children and their safety at all times. All children under 8 yrs. old must be
accompanied by a parent or kin over 14 yrs. old to compete in our kids
games with the exception of Hawk & Knife. At the Hawk & Knife blocks
ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Friday, January 15th
5 pm
Camp Request: Please have all vehicles moved to the
parking lot and period dress after you set up would be
Nice.
Saturday, January 16th
Camp remains primitive until Sunday Morning the 25h
Please visit your neighbors and our Sutlers.
1 pm
Dulcimer Players gathering at the Commons
Fine music and good times from 1pm to 4pm.
MC’s George Haggerty & The Sorry Sisters
6 pm
Our Annual Saturday Night Dance
Music featuring Jackson Creek String Band and Guests
Bring yer lantern and join the fun on the Commons.
Sunday, January 17th
7 am
Sunrise Memorial Ceremony. Please join us at the
Memorial Garden for this special tribute. These were
Our Frontiersmen, and we remember them with honor.
9am
Church Service and Gospel Singing
Children’s Church
Services by Bob Sampson/ Children’s Church by
Dale Chapin Music by Jackson Creek and Jubal’s Kin
1 pm
Opening Ceremonies at the Arbor
Please join us for this special event and
As we “Keep the Fire Burning”.
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Daily Schedule of Activities
6-9 pm
Firestarters: Special Music tonight at the camp of
Jim and Susie Hull. Chris Morgan and friends will
Delight you with Celtic tunes and old favorites. Bring
Yer mug and yer favorite chair.
Monday, January 18th
8-10 am
School – Readin, Writin, & Rithmatic
Register for class at the school tent on the Commons.
10:00
Memorial Service for Tony Villanti
10:30
Kids Kite Building Seminar
At the camp of Ron Strominger limit 15
12 - 2 pm
Hawk & Knife
12-4 pm
Archery & Archery Woods Walk
Period bow & arrows. Men/Women/Children Prizes!
(No registration after 3 pm.) Follow the signs thru/
Horse Camp….
1 pm
Court in Session: Blind Justice Presides
At the Stage on the Commons (Adult Content!)
Honorable Thomas R Welch, Esq. presiding
3 pm
Ladies Frying Pan & Rolling Pin Toss
Meet at the Ma and Pa Trees
5:30 pm
A Wedding! Please Join Butch Snyder and the
lovely Kathy Hammond Snyder for a celebration of
their union and taking of their vows before their
Alafia Family and Friends, to be held on the com
mons at the School House.
6-9 pm
6:30 pm
The Booshways Camp will host the reception for
The Newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Butch Snyder.
All are Welcome to join us for the
Music and Festivities
Mister Monty's Children’s Round Robin
On the Commons. Bring yer lanterns!
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8 pm
Ladies Round Robin
On the Commons. Bring yer lanterns!
Tuesday, January 19th
8-10 am
School – Readin, Writin, & Rithmatic
8 am
Muzzles UP! Black Powder Competition Begins!
Registration for events at the Range House…
(every shooter must have his or her medallion in hand)
9 am -3 pm
Paper, Primitive, Trade Gun, Woods Walk Ranges
Open Muzzles UP!
9 am -12
Boone & Keaton 200 yd Range
9 am
Parade of Tartans & Highland Games
(Kilt required for men….Plaid/Arisaide for Women)
On the commons. Spectators Welcome!
10 am
Children’s Games at the Ma and Pa Trees!
Al Bailey Crazy Donkey Treasure Hunt for Kids!
12-4 pm
Archery & Archery Woods Walk
Period bow & arrows. Men/Women/Children Prizes
(No registration after 3 pm.) Follow the signs thru
Horse Camp…..
7:30 pm
Adult Round Robin: The Keener Camp will host
One like we used to have at “Charlies Place”.
There will be bows, arrows, quill and beadwork,
brain tan items, scrimshaw horn work….the good
stuff. Adults Only Please (over 18) Trading will
continue until midnight or long as there are
motivated traders.
Please a lantern, a seat and whatever refreshment
you will require!
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Daily Schedule of Activities
Wednesday, January 20
8-10 am
School – Readin, Writin, & Rithmatic
9 am -3 pm
Paper, Primitive, Trade Gun, Woods Walk Ranges
Open Muzzles UP!
9 am -12
Boone & Keaton 200 yd Range
10am-12 noon
Hawk & Knife Competition Men & Women
Hawk Blocks are Located next to the 200 yd range…
10:30 am
Children’s Games…..Relay Races…..On the Commons
(period clothing required)
12 noon
School Day Tour Guides Meeting
All volunteer guides Please attend to receive maps .
Frontiersmen marquee on Commons
12 noon -1 pm
Hawk & Knife Competition Children
up to and including 16 year of age)
12-4 pm
Archery & Archery Woods Walk
Period bow & arrows. Men/Women/Children Prizes!
(No registration after 3 pm.)
1 pm
Court in Session: Blind Justice Presides
At the Stage on the Commons (Adult Content!)
Honorable Thomas R Welch, Esq. presiding
3 pm
Ladies Games on the Commons
A Day in the Life of a Wilderness Woman
6:30 pm
Mister Monty’s Children’s Round Robin
On the Commons. Bring yer lanterns!
8 pm
Ladies Round Robin
On the Commons. Bring yer lanterns!
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Daily Schedule of Activities
After Dinner A Scottish Ceiligh will be held at the Camp of
Chief Don and Goodwife Boger following the
Clann of the Wolf Dinner and Meeting.
Cinnamon Bair is Mistress of Ceremonies
All Are Invited ! Comte and share in the good times.
Thursday, January 21st
8-10 am
School – Readin, Writin, & Rithmatic
9 am -3 pm
9 am -12
Paper, Primitive, Trade Gun, Woods Walk Ranges
Open Muzzles UP!
Boone & Keaton 200 yd Range
9 am- 2-pm
School Field Trip Day and Senior Citizens Day
Please prepare yourself and your camp to host our
guests.. Think safety and Display History.
Extra demonstrations of primitive skills will be
presented in the commons today. Please take time to
visit our volunteers as they provide a special effort to
educate our guests.
10 am
Highland Games Exhibition: Senior Participants
Highland dress required.
10:30
Kids Kite Building Seminar
At the camp of Ron Strominger limit 15
10am-12 noon Hawk & Knife Competition: Men & Women
Hawk Blocks are Located next to the 200 yd range…
12 noon -1 pm Hawk & Knife Competition: Children
(up to and including 16 year of age)
1:30 pm
Alafia Annual Dessert Cooking Contest
located in the Florida Frontiersmen Marquee
In the center of the commons!
(Not in the School Tent)
Please provide a written copy of your recipe
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Daily Schedule of Activities
2:30
6 pm
Ladies Tea at the School Tent.
Please bring your cups and best manners! $6 a person
Gentlemen welcome.
Native American Celebration on the Commons
The camp is invited to share in an evening of
Drumming, Intertribal Dances, & Storytelling!
It is recommended to bring your Chair and your
Lantern. Please, no alcohol, profanity, or attitudes in
the circle.
Friday, January 22nd
8-10 am
School – Readin, Writin, & Rithmatic
9 am -3 pm
9 am -12
Paper, Primitive, Trade Gun, Woods Walk Ranges
Open Muzzles UP!
Boone & Keaton 200 yd Range
10am-12 noon Hawk & Knife Competition Men & Women
Hawk Blocks are Located next to the 200 yd range…
10:30 am
Children’s Games: Coins in the Hay
At the Parthenon on the Commons
(Period Clothing Required)
11am
Entertainment: Near the Main Stage
Goodwife Clark, a camp follower in first person.
True entertainment for the 18th Century!
12 noon
Musical Entertainment at the Main Stage
Bill Shustic, American Troubador
12 noon -1 pm
Hawk & Knife Competition: Children
(up to and including 16 year of age)
1pm
Entertainment at the Main Stage
A first person visit with Daniel Boone.
2 pm
Musical Entertainment at the Main Stage
Jubals Kin
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Daily Schedule of Activities
2:30pm
3pm
Join us for A Wedding. Troy “Pounder”Poulin
Will abandon his bachelor ways for the beautiful
Miss Jessica. Join them and their visiting friends
And Family as they proclaim their vows.
This event will take place at the School Tent.
Men’s Jug Pull, Boys Root Beer Pull, &
Ol’ Geyser Jug Hunt…(65 and older enter at your
Own risk)
No weapons, No Bitin’, & NO Eye Gouging…..
On the Commons near the Main Stage area!
6:00pm
“Shinin’ Times “ Under the Stars at the Stage!
A firelight presentation for our participants
Featuring the Goodwife Clark, Daniel Boone,
Jubal’s Kin and Bill Shustic an American
Troubador Please bring your
chair and yer lantern and join us for a great
evening of entertainment.
Saturday, January 23rd
9 am -12 pm
Paper, Primitive, Trade Gun, Ranges Open
Trophy Shoot will take place at 12 noon
Muzzles UP!
10am
Period Apparel Judging at the School Tent
Public is Welcome…You need to be prepared to
tell everyone about your clothing and your
persona. Children’s Fashion on Display…
Followed by an intermission Adult Fashions
presented at 11am…. Followed by
Prize Presentation at 11:45 Join in the Fun!
10am-12 noon
Hawk & Knife Competition Men & Women
Hawk Blocks are Located next to the 200 yd
range… Top Three to Compete at 11 am
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Daily Schedule of Activities
11am
Musical Entertainment at the Main Stage
Jubal’s Kin
12 noon
Entertainment at the Main Stage
Goodwife Clark, a camp follower in first person.
True entertainment for the 18th Century!
1pm
Musical Entertainment at the Main Stage
Bill Shustic American Troubadour
2 pm
All Shooting Skills Grand Prizes & Trophy Awards
To be held at the gun range. Prize Rifle Presentation
2 pm
Musical Entertainment at the Main Stage
A visit with Daniel Boone
A trip back into the 18th Century
4 pm
All Visitors must be out of camp at this time.
Period Correct Participants only are still allowed
within the primitive camp and Modern camping area.
4:30
Closing Ceremonies in the Arbor.
We encourage everyone to attend.
The Jim Miller Award will be presented at this time.
Notice
The rendezvous will remain primitive until
Tomorrow morning at 6 am.
Sunday, January 24
Alafia Officially Over
No Vehicles in Camp Before 6 am
Garbage is to be placed in the
dumpster outside the stockade on
your way out.
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Alafia Seminar Schedule 2010
Sunday
Carol Leigh’s Specialties- 9 AM Sunday & Monday and throughout the week.
Continuous Strand Weaving for Triangle Shawls, Square Blankets, or Long
Rectangle Sashes Easy, magical way of weaving. No experience necessary.
Loom rent of $20 plus cost of supplies. It takes12 or more hours to complete.
Monday
Missy Clark 11 AM- Goodwife Clark will be doing Boiled Puddings for all the
folks who want a tasty original 18th century dessert. Just come and bring your
apron as we make three great puddings
Christina Cutts 11 AM - Brain Tan Workshop Wet Scrape Method.
Russ Cutts 11 AM - Friction Fire and Natural Materials for Flint/Steel Kits.
Kim Welborn 1 PM of Three Wives Kitchen – "Colonial Medicine"/ herbal
health care class. Seminar will be in the school tent
Carol Dukes 1 PM– Learning how to Knit. 10 max. $10.00 for materials. Seminar will be in the seminar tent
Gerald Dukes 3 PM – History of Southern Powder Horns.
Tuesday
Carol Leigh’s Specialties 10 AM. - Inkle Weaving. Weave a belt, strap, hat band,
ribbon, apron or bodice ties, or decorative tape. Loom rent of $5 may be applied
toward purchase, or bring your own loom. Appropriate yarns available for purchase. Allow 4 to 6 hours to complete project
Michael Wayne of Kentucky Leather 10 AM- a basic leather stitching class, learn
different ways to stitch. Also 18th century type wallets and knife sheaths kits available.
Peggy Earp of 96 District Storehouse 1 PM - Hand-Stitch a bed-gown. There is
no commercial pattern available for this bed-gown, taken from an original 18th
century garment. Cost of the seminar is free, except for your supplies. Please
see Peggy at 96 Storehouse to register, get your supplies, and get garment cut
out. Seminar will be in the school tent. Deadline to register 4:00 pm on
Monday. Bring thread, needle, and scissors.
Kim Welborn 2 PM - Herbal salve-making class at the Kitchen. $15.00, will give
you some to take home. Please pre-register a couple days in advance so I can
have enough supplies for everyone.
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Wednesday
Missy Clark - Goodwife Clark have an all day camp life seminar. Hominy
making, corn grinding, and old style laundry. Join us for a day in the life!
Michael Wayne of Kentucky Leather 10 AM - Basic Leatherworks and
Stitching.
Christina Cutts 11 AM - Felting raw wool.
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Uhma Ruth Py 2 PM - Eastern Woodland puzzle bags. Cost $10.00 for
the kit: which includes directions, leather, sinew, glovers needle and pattern. No more then12 people. Seminar will be in the school tent
Thursday
Michael Wayne of Kentucky Leather 10 AM - Basic Leatherworks and
Stitching.
Carol Leigh’s Specialties 10 a.m. - Tablet Weaving -Purchase of tablets,
$10, plus yarns and shuttle. Allow 8 hours or more to complete project. May finish project at home.
Kim Welborn - Colonial health care and foods.
School Tours are welcome!
Missy Clark - Goodwife Clark will be doing camp cooking demonstration
for all who wish to bring themselves to the fire for a bit of food preparation, general knowledge, and even a few sewing tips!
School Tours are welcome!
Friday
Carol Leigh’s Specialties 10 - 12 noon - Historic Use of Natural Dyes
Dye pots may be brewing throughout the week.
All Seminars are subject to change.
All Seminars to be held in the camp of the
individual unless noted.
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The Florida Frontiersmen Present:
America’s Future
The Florida Frontiersmen Scholarship Program, founded by
Beverly McIntyre, has for the past seven years awarded scholarships to Bartow High & Ft. Meade High students.
In June 2009 there were eight FL Frontiersmen Scholarship
winners and two Brantly Fulbright Scholarship winners. The
Brantly Fulbright Scholarship is given each year in memory of
Greg and Glynda Fulbright's grandson, Brantly who passed
away January 2005.
Proceeds from the Firewood sales go toward the scholarship
fund.
The 2009 Florida Frontiersmen & the
Brantly Fulbright Scholarship Recipients
Left to right: Paris McKinnish, Fort Meade HS, Thomas
Bevis Fort Meade HS, Jasmine Armstrong Bartow HS,
Danny Leckie, Bartow HS, Courtney Putnam a Bartow HS,
Emily Diggs Lakeland Christian, Zachary Lee Kathleen HS
Not Shown: Suzanne Cannon Fort Meade HS, Felicia Rowell Fort Meade HS, Lauren Kalogridis Bartow HS
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~NATIVE COMMANDMENTS~
~The Earth is our Mother, care for her
~Honor all your relations
~Open your heart and soul to the Great Spirit
~Take from the Earth what is needed and nothing more
~Do what needs to be done for the good of all
~Give constant thanks to the Great Spirit for
each new day
~Speak the truth; but only of the good in others
~Follow the rhythms of nature, rise and retire
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~Enjoy life’s journey, but leave no tracks
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"The Creator above is the Great Spirit and the Great Mystery, His gifts
are plentiful therefore you want not. He holds out a branch of love and
protection and He draws you to where the ground is undisturbed,
where the air is pure and the water is clear and clean enough to give life.
You walk, you breathe, you feed, for you are pleasured. The times when
your heart is weak, your circle is out of balance, He lifts you up again
and draws you to the good Menominee road, for He is strength and
wisdom."(part of The Menominee Version of the 23rd Psalm)
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3 Wives Kitchen
Proprietresses:
Laura, Kim, and Tolly
Corner of Chester and Lee Betts
Join us for the
Freshest food in the Colony!
Tuesday: Ham Dinner
Friday: Catfish Fry
Every Day: Our famous
Fresh Soups and Stews
Home-baked breads & pastries,
Hot Cider, Cranberry Applesauce,
Cucumber and other Sallats,
Amish butter & Cheeses,
and Fresh Produce.
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Be it known
The Artist Formally known as Frenchy
Is now
piperbob
At the Court of Alafia in the year 2009 The
Artist Formally known as Frenchy had his
name officially changed to Piperbob by the
right honorable Judge Tom Welch esq.
Be advised that all personnel shall please holler out Piperbob and not Frenchy.
This shall serve as the official apology if I
(Piperbob) do not answer you when you call
out Frenchy. Thank you very much for your cooperation.
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The Florida Frontiersmen
would like to thank all those who have
helped make the Alafia happen each year.
Thank you for your time, support and hard work.
Thank you for the donations of prizes, gifts and cash for
the Alafia games and activities.
Thank you for sharing your special talents in the form of
seminars and demonstrations.
Thank you for helping to educate others about a
past way of life.
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RAFFLE * * * *
TICKETS $5 EA or 3 FOR $10
WIN
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DONATED BY
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PROCEDES TO BENEFIT THE
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THE LT. COLONEL’S COMPANY
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*CELEBRATING OUR 25TH ANNIVERSARY*
THE WINNER WILL BE DRAWN
Sat. 2pm January 23rd 2010 in front
of the THREE DUCKS SUTLERY
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Daniel Boone of Kentucky
STEVEN Y. CAUDILL
THE NATIONALLY RECONIZED
DANIEL BOONE PORTRAYER
IS HONORED TO BE PERFORMING AT
THE ALAFIA THIS YEAR
Please visit my store here at the Alafia
for the finest in 18th century wares.
Also visit me on the world wide web at:
www.danielbooneofkentucky.com
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AMERICAN MÉTIS ABORIGINAL
ASSOCIATION CHURCH OF THE
MÉTIS TRIBE, INC,
BEZON
(WELCOME)
Everyone to the thirty ninth
Alafia River Rendezvous
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Hug Coupon
Good for One Free Hug
Redeemable at any participating
human being,
No expiration date.
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Welcome
The Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce welcomes everyone to the 2010 Alafia River Rendezvous. We share your passion for history and invite
you to discover how it has helped shape our community. If you have any questions or need assistance
during your visit, please give us a call.
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Keep Them Fires a Burnin’
Chose from over 15,000 cards online or
create your own with you favorite pictures.
Receive a free gift account! Includes 3 free cards and
stamps. No Purchase necessary. No Obligation.
To activate your free gift account, simply call or email:
Marty Burgess at 813-927-5916 or
burgesscards@gmail.com
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BARTOW
ACE
HARDWARE
Take Hwy 17 North into Bartow. We are located on your left just before the overpass.
Helpful Hardware Club
Members are rewarded
with 10 points for every
dollar in purchases.
Alafia Special*
10% OFF
Bring this coupon and get 10% off with
purchases totaling $25 or more
* Excluding Propane
1350 E. Church St. Bartow, Florida
tarin@acehardware.com
863-519-9339 Fax 863-5196504
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Running Wolf’s Rent-A-Camp
Historical Tent Rentals at the
Alafia Rendezvous
From Wall Tents to Wedge Tents
We set it up and take it down.
Just bring your bedroll and clothing.
Contact: Randy “Running Wolf” Thomas
tthomas52@verizon.net
Pairing.
Same as last year.
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Keeping Alive the Knowledge and
History of Man’s First Tool!
Horseshoe Knife
Flint Knife
Railroad Spike Knife
Hands On Knife Making Instruction
and Instructional DVD’s Available
Find out how you can join the
Knife Makers Co-op or make a donation help
keep the knowledge and history of the knife alive!
Find us at
CREATIVE AZTEC’S
TENT
WWW.KELGIN.COM
Kelgin Knife Makers Co-Op
104 Knife Works Ln.
Sevierville, TN 37876
765-969-5012
Ken & Paula Kelgin
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Mister Monty's
Toy Emporium
The Finest Toys for Girls, Boys
and Children of all Ages.
Visit us on the Commons
Proprietors : Monty and Terri Davies
Don and Barbara Boger, 2011 Booshways
invite you to mark your calendars now to attend
The Fortieth
Alafia River Rendezvous
January 15—22, 2011
Early arrival January 12—14, 2011
Public Days Friday January, 21, 2011
& Saturday January, 22, 2011
For more information contact
the Bogers’ at :
booshway2011@yahoo.com
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MAYO’S
MERCANTILE
WEESIE
PROPRIETOR
BOONE
MERCHANT
AND
GENERAL STORE
HOURS OF OPERATION
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
FRESH FRUIT and VEGATABLES
CANNED GOODS FROM VEGGIES TO MEATS &
SAUCES TO SOUPS
MILK, CHEESES & DAIRY PRODUCTS
BREADS, BROWNIES & SWEETS
DRY GOODS – FLOUR, MEAL, BEANS, SUGAR
RICE, GRITS, PASTAS and SUCH
ICE AND DRINKING WATER
CAMP NEEDS, MATCHES, ROPE & STUFF
SPECIAL ORDERS – RUNS IF NEEDED
APOTHECARIES – CURES FOR ALL YOUR ACHES & PAINS
FROM ILLNESS TO SUNBURN
DRINKS INCLUDING:
IBC ROOTBEER, CREAM SODA, BLACK CHERRY
ALL YOUR FAVORITE CONDIMENTS & MORE
PERSONAL NEEDS – FOR THE WELL KEPT GENTS AND LADIES
GIFTS AND NOTIONS
MEDALLIONS – PAST AND PRESENT
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Alafia Gun Range Rules
1. Only prime your gun on the firing line.
2. Never leave the firing line with a loaded gun.
3. If you have any problems with your gun or getting your gun to
fire, call for the Range Officer.
4. Keep your powder containers covered or capped.
5. Travel to and from the firing line with the muzzle of your
gun above your shoulder and the barrel VERTICAL.
6. Shoot a patched round ball only.
7. Revolver shooters load and shoot only one (1) chamber at a
time. Do not load remaining chambers.
8. Avoid cross firing. Line up directly in front of your target.
Shoot from the firing position that corresponds to your target
position.
9. If someone else shoots your target, notify the Range Officer
immediately.
10. Flint shooters, when loading, always leave your frizzen open.
11. Cap and Ballers, when loading, always leave your hammer
halfcocked.
12. No smoking within 25 feet of the loading benches.
13. DO NOT BEGIN TO SHOOT IF YOU HAVE BEEN
DRINKING ALCOHOL.
14. If you see anyone involved in unsafe activities, notify the
Range Officer immediately. When it comes to SAFETY, everybody is a Range Officer, and has the right and responsibility
to point out unsafe behavior.
15. THIS IS A SPORT. BE A SPORTSMAN. BE WILLING TO
TALK TO AND SHARE OUR SPORT WITH ANOTHER.
WE ARE HERE TO ENJOY MUZZLE LOADER SHOOTING. LET’S ALL MAINTAIN A POSITIVE ATTITUDE.
16. Have fun. Be safe. Come back next year and bring a friend.
It is very strongly recommended that all shooters wear ear and eye
protection while shooting. This is for your own safety.
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The Florida Frontiersmen, Inc. is a 501c(3) non-profit
organization committed to preserving the skills of our
first settlers, pioneers and mountain men in the use of
muzzle loading firearms and the equipment and accouterments that accompanied such use. We endeavor to
promote fellowship together with historical appreciation
of the era and equipment. The Alafia Rendezvous® is an
embodiment of these commitments and endeavors.
This is an enormous undertaking, requiring much time,
effort and money to make the Alafia Rendezvous® the
best rendezvous in the country. No one receives money
or salary for their work. It is the spirit and love of the
Alafia, and the friendships made there that keep us volunteering year-after-year.
We thank you for your continued support in Keeping the
Spirit Alive, and look forward to being with you again
next year at the Alafia. Thanks to the hard working
members of the Florida Frontiersmen and a special
thanks to the people of Homeland.
More Majorum,
after the manner of our ancestors.
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