r/canadaguns • u/Ok-Factor30 • Jul 14 '26

Meet up Black powder at EESA

Hi everyone. Just wondering if any of you shoot black powder at East Elgin Sportsmens Association. I recently picked up a black powder rifle, but have never fired one and neither have any of my friends. Is there a day when people get together? I wouldn't mind a few pointers. Thanks!

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u/RydNightwish Jul 14 '26

Not near east elgin but I can give some tips and such if interested.

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u/Ok-Factor30 Jul 14 '26

Thanks! I'm hoping to get out soon so I'll pick your brain once I do.

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u/RydNightwish Jul 14 '26

No worries

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u/swift_gilford Jul 14 '26

Not specifically. I've been there for about 6 years now and i've only ever seen one person use one. You could always email the board to perhaps send out an APB on their next newsletter to get into contact with other members that are willing to help you out.

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u/Ok-Factor30 Jul 15 '26

I've had the same experience, it's been rare. I think it's more popular at Crumlin. Thanks for the tip!

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u/zaphodbssecondhead Jul 15 '26

I know a guy who goes to EESA,  who black powder hunts who I can set you up with. I assume with this guy you’ll have to be prepared to go real early morning  

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u/Ok-Factor30 Jul 16 '26

That would be great! Whenever you speak with him, mention me and if good to have someone tag along for a bit, let me know. Thanks bud!

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u/zaphodbssecondhead Jul 16 '26

What rifle did you get? 

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u/Ok-Factor30 Jul 17 '26

It's a Parker Hale 1861 Enfield musketoon.