Shawnee Trail Chapter FCF

Frontiersman Camping Fellowship

Need Training?

If you need training, please contact the district training coordinator Chip Hansel.

Upcoming Events

January 31-February 1

Black Powder Shooters Course

February 21-23

FCF Brush Poppin' Trace

March 20-22

National LEAD Conference

District Staff

Need help?  If so, please contact one of the district staff members for assistance. Their email addresses can be found on the Staff page of the website.

 

Questions about content on this page should be directed to Frank "Jawbone" Super.

 

Brush Poppin' Trace

Download Information Packet 2025

 

Compass Program

 

Black Powder Shooter’s Course 1/31 - 2/1

If anyone wants to earn the NRA certified Black Powder Shooter’s card, there is still time to register for the course of instruction. The course will take place at the Commander’s Lodge at the NTXRR Camp in Maypearl starting Friday night, January 31 at 5pm, and will conclude Saturday night, February 1, at approximately 5pm. The cost of the camp is $50, and that includes dinner Friday night, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. The course instructor is our very own FCF President Emeritus Art “Flintlock” Sullivan. Come to enjoy fellowship and to learn black powder shooting from one of the very best.

 

 

FCF Scouts / Asst Scouts.

After five years of dedicated, motivated and faithful service to the Shawnee Trail Chapter of FCF, Anthony “Buck” Gell turned 18 and was finally forced to release his grip on the Scout position. Consequently, the chapter needed a new Scout and some Assistant Scouts so the call for a new Scout was raised and a date set for testing was scheduled.

On Saturday, November 9, 2024, during the North Texas Winter Camp, the Shawnee Trail conducted Scout Testing. Four courageous young men stepped up to be tested: Noah Afuhaamango and Ryan Snow from Outpost 28 in North Richland Hills and Nick Crafton and Victor Senchenkov from Outpost 337 in Arp. 

The applicants were tested on hawk and knife throwing, flint and steel fire making, black powder shooting or archery and their pioneer outfits were judged for authenticity and quality of construction. The applicants were also graded on the number of volunteer hours served, their Royal Rangers Advancement level and on their FCF advancement level. 

So into the testing the four Young Bucks bravely walked. After it was over and the dust settled, less than two points separated them. Nick Crafton came out on top and took the position as the Shawnee Trail Scout. Noah Afuhaamango and Victor Senchenkov were named as Assistant Scouts. 

Please congratulate Nick on his achievement. Let’s all pray that Nick will represent the Shawnee Trail well in every endeavor and challenge still to come. Also, congratulate the Assistant Scouts and Ryan Snow for stepping forward into the scout testing process. 

 

 

FCF Family Camp Summary

FCF FAMILY DAYS CAMP - October 18-20, 2024

Another exciting chapter in Shawnee Trail FCF saga has done come and gone. There we all were, back in the 1830s Texas frontier, living out in the wilderness of the dry, hot, southern plains. Fortunately someone found a reliable water source and a few buffalo were taken to feed the camp.

The 2024 Family Days Camp took place at the Royal Rangers Camp October 18-20, 2024. 50 brave souls were in attendance. Pastor Brian Williams from the mighty Outpost 337 from Arp, Texas delivered messages on this year’s theme: “Say to this Mountain- Move!” I do believe the power of the Holy Ghost gave all in attendance the faith to move mountains within and without. Brother Ken “Coal” Harris and his grandchildren provided worship in music and song.

Friday night saw the whole group enjoying worship, a message, and a silent auction. The tables under the pavilion could barely contain all of the auction items. When all of the sales were totaled up it was determined that the auction brought in approximately $1,000. This money will help run electricity and plumbing to the Shawnee Trail blacksmith shop.

Sister Renee led the ladies in the traditional Saturday morning, “Ladies Tea”, where all the pioneer women enjoyed tea, fellowship and lessons on frontier living.

Competitions on Saturday afternoon were fiercely contested. Shots rang out through the long, hot day, and tomahawks were seen flying all about. Some wild beasts were skewered with precision arrow shots. In the end, four teams were determined to be the champions in each of the four events:

  1. Knife throwing - Team “Bullseyes” - Jace, Ryan, Matt and Brother Bowbreaker.
  2. Hawk throwing - Team “Avenging Ninjas” - Savannah, Jaiden, Victoria and Ginny
  3. Archery - Team “Coyote” - Shawn, Noah, William and Brother Jawbone
  4. Black Powder Shoot: Team “Arp 337” - Pastor Brian, Jason, Subreena and Brother Pine Knot.

Somehow, through God’s grace and mercy not much blood was shed during the fun and exciting competitions.
Sunday morning the camp was concluded with a communion service where all attendees reflected on their lives and remembered the tremendous sacrifice of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Many were filled with a fresh anointing of the Holy Ghost. Sunday was wonderful.

Alas, all camps must end, so all departed Sunday afternoon with a mix of sadness at having to depart, but also gladness to return to their modern homes with their comfortable couches and beds.
Until we all meet again, I pray for God to bless all of you and your families. I’m the name of Jesus Christ, and I’m His service, so long.

Frank “Jawbone” Super
Shawnee Trail President

 

 

Upcoming Events

  • Black Powder Shooter's Course - January 31 - February 1
  • Brush Poppin Trace - February 21 - February 23
  • LEAD Conference - Spring Field Missouri March 20-22
  • Pow Wow Work Day - April 5
  • Pow Wow - April 25-27
  • Junior Leadership Training Academy (JLDA) - June 19-22
  • National Rendezvous - July 15-18

 

 

Pow Wow FCF Adventure

 

 

 

Pow Wow 2024 Adventure Results

On April 26/27, during Pow Wow, the Shawnee Trail conducted a Frontier Adventure at Lakeview Camp. Six new members successfully completed the challenge set before them and made it through the suffering of “lean times”. All the candidates travelled back through time to pioneer days and finally earned enough pay to secure their entrance into the Shawnee Trail Fur Company. The new members are the following: Young Bucks: Jon Alvera, Michael Schmude, Gabriel Schmude, Noah Afuhaamango, Ryan Snow and Old Timer Pastor Brian Williams.

Please offer a salute of congratulations to these six brave souls who voluntarily stepped forward to be a “Torch Bearer” for Christ by joining the Shawnee Trail Chapter of Frontiersman Camping Fellowship (FCF).

If anyone reading this is interested in taking the necessary steps to join FCF, check out the requirements listed below. I guarantee you that you will grow closer to God and enjoy the experience when you volunteer to join the Shawnee Trail.

 

 

Why Join the Shawnee Trail FCF Chapter?

Frontiersmen Camping Fellowship (FCF) is a service oriented group within the Royal Rangers ministry. The FCF motto is, “To give and to serve.” In order to highlight the FCF ministry, members dress and camp in pre-1840s attire and use pre-1840s equipment. Some of the FCF activities include tomahawk and knife throwing, black powder rifle shooting and starting fires with flint and steel. However, the primary purpose of FCF is to promote the Royal Rangers program in general and to support the local outposts and district. 

There are so many benefits to each person who joins the FCF ministry. We all need a challenge to grow our relationship with Jesus Christ. Engaging in service through FCF is a phenomenal opportunity to cause Christian growth for both leaders and young men. 

If you are a leader in a local outpost and feel like you are being called into the FCF, then check out the eligibility requirements (see below), complete the requirements, and then put in your application to join during the next Frontier Adventure. 

If you have young men who need that extra challenge of the FCF ministry, then get them ready to join by helping them to complete the eligibility requirements and then submit their applications to join during the next Frontier Adventure.

For those who feel the call to join and then answer the call by completing the Frontier Adventure, they will be changed forever in their walk with Jesus Christ. There is so much to enjoy as all of us within FCF work together to enhance the Royal Rangers ministry.

Accept the challenge and get started now.
 
One of the best ways to keep up with the Shawnee Trail is the FCF Facebook Page. This allows the staff to post information and answer questions for North Texas leader and boys.
 

 

Applications / Forms

 

How to Join FCF

If anyone is interested in joining the Shawnee Trail Chapter of FCF, first determine eligibility:


Boys

  1. Be at least 11 years old and a graduate of the 5th gradeBe an active member of your local chartered outpost
  2. Complete all requirements for the following skill merits: Camping and First Aid Skills (or First Aid/CPR)

Men

  1. Be at least 18 years old
  2. Be an active member of a chartered outpost
  3. Earn the READY and SAFETY levels of the Outpost Leader Advancement Level (OLAL) of training

Boys and Men

  1. After or upon attaining eligibility, each candidate needs to get a sponsor/mentor. The sponsor/mentor then fills out the FCF membership application and emails it to Frank Super (frankbisme80@yahoo.com) or mail to 7024 Valhalla Road, Fort Worth, TX 76116
  2. Complete the Frontiersmen Workbook
  3. Frontier Adventures will be offered three times a year during the following events: 1) Pow Wow; 2) summer JLDA and 3) Winter Camp. In order for the Frontier Adventure to take place, at least three applications must be received by April 1 for Pow Wow; May 15 for summer JLDA; and October 5 for Winter Camp
  4. Each candidate will then participate in the Frontier Adventure. Upon successful completion of the Frontier Adventure the candidate will be accepted into the Shawnee Trail Chapter of North Texas FCF
  5. All of the required document links are contained below

Sponsor/Mentor


  1. A sponsor/mentor guideline document is very helpful for those who find themselves in this role. Download Mentor/Sponsor guide.

 

 

Advancement to Buckskin

Boys

  1. Earn the Knife and Hawk Merit
  2. Earn one of the following skills merits (Animal Husbandry, Basketry, Blacksmith, Carpentry, Dutch Oven Cooking, Hide Tanning, Leather Craft, Masonry, Metalwork, Pottery, Woodwork, or any Arrowhead merit)
  3. Earn Adventure Bronze Award or Expedition Rangers E1 Award

Men

  1. Earn the TRAINED level of the Outpost Leader Advancement Level (OLAL) of training
  2. Sponsor one boy into FCF

Boys and Men

  1. After or upon attaining eligibility, each candidate needs to get a sponsor/mentor.  The sponsor/mentor then fills out the Buckskin application and emails it to Frank Super (frankbisme80@yahoo.com) or mail to 7024 Valhalla Road, Fort Worth, TX 76116
  2. Complete the Buckskin Workbook
  3. Be a FCF member in good standing for one year
  4. Earned Company Trapper award in Trappers Brigade
  5. Assist in a Frontier Adventure
  6. Member in good standing in your church
  7. An active member of your local chartered outpost
  8. Buckskin testing will be scheduled whenever a member has completed the requirements. It will be conducted during a district event (preferable during Brush Poppin' Trace but can be conducted during other events as needed (Pow Wow, Winter Camp)

Sponsor/Mentor

  1. A sponsor/mentor guideline document is very helpful for those who find themselves in this role. Download Mentor/Sponsor guide

 

 

Advancement to Wilderness

Boys

  1. n the Wilderness Survival and the "Black Powder Safety or Archery" merits
  2. Earn Adventure Silver Award or Expedition Rangers E2 Award
  3. Sponsor a boy into FCF membership

Men

  1. Complete the ADVANCED level of the Outpost Leader Advancement Level (OLAL) of training
  2. Earn the Bourgeois Trapper award in Trappers Brigade
  3. Assist in a second Frontier Adventure

Boys and Men

  1. After or upon attaining eligibility, each candidate needs to get a sponsor/mentor.  The sponsor/mentor then fills out the Wilderness application and emails it to Frank Super (frankbisme80@yahoo.com) or mail to 7024 Valhalla Road, Fort Worth, TX 76116
  2. Complete the Wilderness Workbook
  3. Be a FCF member in good standing for one year
  4. Earned Company Trapper award in Trappers Brigade
  5. Assist in a Frontier Adventure
  6. Member in good standing in your church
  7. An active member of your local chartered outpost
  8. Wilderness testing will be scheduled whenever a member has completed the requirements.

Sponsor/Mentor

  1. A sponsor/mentor guideline document is very helpful for those who find themselves in this role. Download Mentor/Sponsor guide. 

 

 

Trappers Brigade

   

  1. Complete the Trappers Brigade application

 

National FCF Website

The national FCF website contains the following:

  • Applications

  • Scout Information

  • Outfit Judging

  • Workbooks

  • Junior Field Advisor

  • Miscellaneous forms

 

If you have any FCF questions, please contact one of the FCF staff members.