Welcome to the New York State Muzzle-Loaders Association's web site.
Here you will find information you may need on the sport of muzzle-loading, primitive camping, and the NYSMLA.Org  

What is the New York State Muzzle-Loaders Association all about?

 Since our birth from the Tryon County Militia in 1977 the New York State Muzzle-loaders Association has been "dedicated to the continuing support of black powder events, people, and legislation." Overall we have over 40 affiliated clubs throughout New York State.

 The NYSMLA.Org will have 6 major events in 2009. The first event the "Primitive Biathlon” is held in March. This is a very well attended event with competitors from several adjoining states.

 The second event on the schedule is our "Spring Family Fun Shoot & Camp Out." This weekend is packed with shooting, great people, and just plain fun. This year, 2009 the Elbridge Gun Club will host the shoot on June 6&7. You can move in Friday night, vendors are welcome and shooting starts Saturday Morning.

 The third major event we hold every year is for the more competitive shooter. It's the "Trophy Shoot”; for the NY State championship title. Usually held in the last weekend in July or first weekend in August, this shoot is not any less fun because of its more competitive nature, we’ll just harass you a little more that’s all.

 Next we come to the "Fall Family Fun Shoot & Camp Out." This event also doubles as our annual members meeting and election of officers. Meeting site in 2009 will be at the Elbridge Rod & Gun club, see the calendar for dates.

  Bring a period tent, modern tent, or Camper/RV.  The Elbridge offers limited electric hookups for those of you who bring tin teepees. "Primitive Camps" are encouraged to set up. Folks can dress in period, or modern dress.

In August 2009 we will host a Trade Blanket and Meat shoot at Kuyahoora Gun Club.
Come in Friday and set up camp, bring your pre-enjoyed plunder and trade all weekend or shoot for prizes.

 Finally NYSMLA.Org’s annual "Primitive Rendezvous & Hunt." The Rendezvous, held in October, stretches out for a full week! This is a 100% primitive experience that you will never forget. Located on the Moose river Plains WMA, just outside the Town of Inlet and 7 miles off the blacktop creates as close to a primitive Ronny as you can get.

NYSMLA.Org offers individual, family & affiliated club memberships. Join Here NOW

All of our matches you can move in Friday, and camp out the weekend, with some camping being free or very low fees.

The NYSMLA.Org could use you as a member but; you do not need to be a member to participate in our shoots.

We are affiliated with the National Muzzle Loaders Rifle assn.; New York’s Shooters Committee on Political Education, SCOPEny.Org and we have a representative vote on the NY State Conservation Council’s board.

Come on out bring the whole family, spectators & everyone is invited to attend and enjoy a weekend of camping, shooting and great friends and most of all, FUN!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact a board member.