A chill is in the air and for many, cabin fever has begun to set in. This Sunday, Dec. 13, is a great opportunity to grab that antique firearm off the mantle and head over to the Martha’s Vineyard Rod and Gun Club for the annual Black Powder Shoot.

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., big sounds will resound as muskets, blunderbusses and hand cannons herald the day before the primitive firearm deer season opens on the Island. Members and the public are invited to participate.

This muzzle-loading marksmanship competition gives all Island black powder shooters an opportunity to sight in their ancient guns and hone their targeting before going out into the field. Competitive events involve loading, shooting and reloading for accuracy and points, with prizes of hams that have been donated by Cronig’s. Spouses and children are invited. For details, call 508-627-9500. The Rod and Gun Club is located off the Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road at Third street.