Ethan Yazel from I Love Muzzleloading joins me to discuss how the sport and hobby of muzzleloading have created a unique bond between multiple generations of his family. Ethan shares his deep family connection to muzzleloading and explores the rich histories of his grandfathers, Joseph Barnes and Harold Yazel.
We discuss the history of muzzleloading over the last century, focusing on the use of muzzleloaders in Indiana before, during, and after the Great Depression. Ethan reflects on cherished memories spent with his grandfathers, grandmothers, and extended family. We discuss the relationships between family and community and muzzleloading’s impact on his life.
As you will discover, we both appreciate the historical context of muzzle loading, its significance to many families from when the United States was a colony to today, and how it serves as a means of survival and family bonding.
Ethan emphasizes the importance of the muzzleloading community. We learn about his passion for learning about and sharing our common history and the lessons he learned from his grandfathers, encouraging others to explore this unique hobby.
If you have not attended a living history event or a muzzleloading activity, we encourage you to check one out. I think you will have a fun time and gain an appreciation for how people used to live along the various frontiers and periods that have influenced generations of Americans and others.
Be sure to check out Ethan’s website and YouTube channel. Remember to like and subscribe to learn about muzzleloading and our shared past.
Links
Check out Ethan’s website: https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/
You can watch Ethan’s YouTube channel using this address. Remember to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to his channel for great information about muzzleloading. https://www.youtube.com/@ILoveMuzzleloading
To learn more about muzzle loading, you can check out the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association using this link: https://www.nmlra.org/
You can view my conversation with Ethan on my YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/Xgg42P3lM8U
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