2009 proved to be quite a year for the Jed Smith chapter as we completed the first annual Chapter Championships, had a fantastic showing at the Territorial Rendezvous and added to the chapter rolls at the Frontier Adventure. I look forward to the schedule of events for 2010 as the chapter will continue to grow in the fellowship of its members. It has been some time since I have looked upon a year of FCF events with so much excitement. Look forward to the Chapter Championships, the Frontier Adventure and the Fall Trace.

Make every effort to try and make it to one of these events. It is essential that we as Oldtimers take a Youngbuck under our wing and mentor them in the ways of giving, serving, and solid Christian principles. I challenge you to make a Youngbuck your priority this year. Likewise, Youngbucks should not hesitate to turn to an Oldtimer for advice, instruction and encouragement.

Chapter Championships
The Range
Saturday, May 8, 2010

Have you ever wondered who is the best shot in the chapter? Do you think you can stick a hawk or knife no matter the conditions? Do you think your skills in the smoke-pole arena are second to none? Well, we found out last May. We determined exactly who are the most skilled mountainmen in the chapter. You will have an opportunity on May 8 to become a new Skill Champion in 2010 or defend your title if you are a 2009 Skill Champion. The top scoring Oldtimer and Youngbuck in each skill event will be recognized as a ‘Skill Champion’ and will receive a special patch to be attached to an award’s vest. The top overall scoring Oldtimer and Youngbuck will receive a free Jed Smith Chapter Vest patch. More Info

2009 Plainsmen Territorial Rendezvous

The 2009 Plainsmen & Mountainmen Territorial Rendezvous ended up being one of those once-in-a-lifetime events. The Jed Smith chapter served as the host chapter for this grand event and welcomed over 350 FCF members from all over the West and Southwest. The Jed Smith chapter had a very fine showing in terms of attendance and competition results. We are already looking to 2011 as the next time we will be able to fellowship with our territorial brothers.

Jed Smith Chapter - 2nd Overall in Top Chapter Competition
Jed Smith Chapter - 3rd Overall Chapter Attendance (42)
Jonathan 'Olive Hawk' Belden - Territorial Scout
Jere 'No Stories' Romero - Top Overall Event Youngbuck
Sergio 'Pringles' Figueroa - Third Overall Event Youngbuck
Tracy 'Little Mountain' Stambaugh - Third Overall Event Oldtimer
Josh 'Sparrow' Olson - 2nd Flint & Steel Oldtimer
Nathan ' Hawkr' Johnson - 2nd Black Powder Oldtimer

Plainsmen Territorial Scout Announced

At the recently completed 2009 Mountainmen & Plainsmen Territorial Rendezvous,  Jed Smith Chapter Scout Jonathan 'Olive Hawk' Belden earned the Territorial Scout position. Olive Hawk will represent the Jed Smith Chapter at the territorial level in a fine manner. Subsequently, Gavin 'Sonshine' Garcia will move into the Chapter Scout position and Jere 'No Stories' Romero will fill the Assistant Chapter Scout position. A healthy congratulations is in order for all the chapter's Youngbucks.

Jed Smith Chapter Vest Patch
A specially designed vest patch has been produced and will be available to chapter members. The patch is 5 inches in diameter and will be a very special addition to any chapter member’s awards vest. Six recognition rockers will also be available to those members that have shown exceptional achievement in the FCF program. The six recognition rockers will be Buckskin, Wilderness, Trekker, Free Trapper, Chapter Scout and Skill Champion. To purchase the vest patch - Oak.