Tag Archives: AMM

Fort Uncompahgre

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Gabe the Shootist

May 17-18, 2014 – We attended an open house at Fort Uncompahgre near Delta, CO.  The fort is a re-creation of one of Antoine Robideaux’ fur trading posts.  It was in operation from 1828 -1844.  I ran the blacksmith shop … Continue reading →

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2013 AMM Nationals

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Gabe the Shootist

June 27 – July 7, 2013,  I attended the American Mountain Men National rendezvous hosted by the Colorado Brigade.   I took a two day horseback trip with Bill Bailey, Jason Mays, Rebecca Compton, Vic Barkin.     We had … Continue reading →

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Solo Camp

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

Requirement #3 states “Must have spent an accumulative time of two or more weeks in the wilderness under primitive conditions in the company of no more than one other member. Each stay must be at least three full days and … Continue reading →

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AMM Western Territorials 2012

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

Recently I spent a week at the AMM Western Territorials near Canton, KS.  I had a great time meeting new brothers, shooting, camping, cooking, learning and butchering a buffalo.    We had colleges in horse packing, sign language, trekking gear for … Continue reading →

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