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Acknowledgments,
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1. The Hobby of Muzzle loading, 11
A discussion of the hobby of Muzzle loading
and reenactment, including the types
of gun interest and the aspects of popular reenactment.
More Than Just Guns, 13
The Rebirth of Black Powder, 16
Categories of Muzzle Loading, 17
Categories of Living History, 20
The Common Meeting Ground, 22
2. Days of the Santa Fe Trail, 23
An overview of Plains History from 1820 until
1876.
Enter the Americans, 26
Major Trails of the Plains, 27
The Indian's Clash with White Culture, 28
The Mountain Men and the Plains, 29
The Growth and Influence of Texas, 31
Second Wave of Settlement, 32
End of an Era, 35
3. Traders, Soldiers and Hunters, 37
An examination of the lifestyles of men of
the Plains.
Plains Warfare, 39
A Different World, 41
Men and Women, 43
A World of Nobility and Ignorance, 44
4. Black Powder Guns of the Plains, 45
A review of replica and modern-style black
powder guns including companies.
Replica Arms, 46
Modern Hunting Rifles, 48
The Ultra-Modem Muzzleloader, 51
Cartridge Firearms, 53
Black Powder Pistols, 56
5. Reenactment-How to Begin, 59
Simple advice concerning preparation for, and
techniques of becoming active
in historical reenactment.
Reenactment on a Budget, 59
Standard Dress and Equipment on the Plains,
62
Plains Clothing, 65
Resources, 69
6. The Woman's Role, 73
An examination of women's lifestyles on the
Great Plains.
The Real Versus the Myth, 73
Family Responsibilities, 75
Review of Women's Dress, 76
7. Portraying Women of the Plains, 79
Advice concerning preparation for, and techniques
of women's historical
reenactment and dress.
Accurate Reenactment Considerations, 79
Style Suggestions, 85
Resources for Women's Study, 88
8. Rendezvous, 91
Review of typical rules and advice for success
when attending modern
rendezvous.
Spirit Versus Authenticity, 92
Terminology, 94
Typical Rendezvous Rules, 94
Acceptable Dress, 96
Advantages and Disadvantages, 97
General Suggestions for Rendezvous, 98
9. Black Powder Accessories, 100
Suggestions concerning supplies that are necessary
for successful black powder
shooting and hunting.
Black Powder and Pyrodex, 100
Patched Balls and Conicals, 102
Necessary Accessories, 103
Care and Cleaning Tips, 105
Handguns, 107
Special Items, 108
10. The Black Powder Trek, 109
Practical advice for those who enjoy camping,
hiking and trailblazing with black
powder guns.
Supplies, 109
Water, 111
Clothing, 111
Camp Equipment, 112
Food, 113
Primitive camping, 114
Supply List, 115
11. Big Game Hunting, 118
Guns, loads and techniques for hunting large
game on the Plains. An
examination of game history is included.
Whitetail Deer, 119
Mule Deer, 121
American Pronghorn Antelope, 122
Gun Recommendations, 123
Elements for Success, 123
Starter Load Recommendations, 125
12. Shotgunning For Upland Game, 128
Review of Muzzle loading shotguns and
load suggestions for successful hunting
of small game and varmints.
Muzzle Loading Shotgun Selections, 128
Keep It Simple!, 130
Backup Supplies, 132
Tips for Successful Shotgunning, 132
Pheasant, 132
Quail, 133
Doves, 134
Prairie Chicken, 135
Turkey, 135
Waterfowl Opinions, 136
13. Varmints and Small Game, 137
Review of availability, techniques, and load
suggestions for successful hunting of small
Wolves.
Coyotes, 138
Prairie Dogs, 139
Cottontail Rabbits, 140
Jack Rabbits, 141
Unappreciated Game, 141
14. Muzzle loading's Future, 144
Predictions for the future, thoughts about
conservation, listings of servicing
companies, and game department locations.
A Need for Active Involvement, 146
A Bright Future for Reenactment, 146
The Plains, 147
Black Powder Organizations, 148
Directory of Companies, 150
Plains Fish and Game Departments, 152
15. Capsule Chronology: 1820-1876, 153
Year-by-year review of Plains history from
1820-1876.
1820-1829, 153
1830-1839, 154
1840-1849, 155
1850-1859, 157
1860-1869, 158
1870-1879, 160
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