The Jon Wilder Sportsman’s Challenge
Jon Wilder Sportsman’s Challenge 2026
Friendly Competition Highlights Another Successful Philmont Tradition
The Philmont Rod & Gun Club was proud to host the 2026 Jon Wilder Sportsman’s Challenge on Tuesday, June 23rd, bringing together members for an evening of friendly competition, outdoor sportsmanship, and camaraderie.
Named in honor of longtime club member Jon Wilder, the annual Sportsman’s Challenge tests participants in a variety of outdoor skills, making it one of the club’s most enjoyable and anticipated events. Competitors demonstrated their marksmanship and sportsmanship while enjoying an evening filled with laughter, challenge, and fellowship.
This year’s competition featured a close contest among three seasoned “veteran” sportsmen, with the final standings coming down to the last events of the evening.
2026 Jon Wilder Sportsman’s Challenge Results
- 🥇 1st Place: Kerry Brousseau
- 🥈 2nd Place: Brian T. Johnson
- 🥉 3rd Place: Doug Cropper
Congratulations to all of the participants for making this year’s challenge a memorable success.
The Philmont Rod & Gun Club would also like to extend a special thank you to Brian T. Johnson, who generously purchased and donated all of the food for the event. Following the competition, the remaining food was donated to the Taconic Hills Trap Team, further supporting youth shooting sports within our community.
Events like the Jon Wilder Sportsman’s Challenge showcase the strong traditions of sportsmanship, volunteerism, and community that have defined Philmont Rod & Gun Club for generations. We thank everyone who participated, volunteered, and helped make the evening a success.
Interested in becoming part of the action? Philmont Rod & Gun Club offers a variety of programs throughout the year, including trap shooting, sporting clays, archery, 3D archery events, youth shooting programs, and more. Be sure to check our calendar for upcoming events and discover everything the club has to offer.
