The Rifleman Stories
Table of Contents
If you want to read some really good Rifleman stories.....you have come to the right place. Fiction—non-fiction, personal or made-up The McCain Ranch has it right here
1. Short Stories—True Stories
There are stories from fans who have met Chuck Connors or those remembering
"The Rifleman" then & now and what it has met to them. Thanks for the
memories!
2. Abby's "Murder Attempt at Midnight"
3. Abby's "No Greater Love"
4. Tom's story before "The Rifleman"
5.
Fans of "The Rifleman"—Check out Harold Ashcraft's page
6. Another Man's Life—a Rifleman story..... by Karen Emerson
7. Grandfather Jack—a story by Ed Dennis about his Grandfather Jack that he
would like to share with ya'll
8.
Rifleman Biographies compiled by C.A. Jeffords—Short bio's on Lucas &
Mark before North Fork. Also there is a short bio on Micah.
9. "The Rifleman: The Early Years" by Andrew Valentino
This is a very touching story about Lucas McCain before North Fork, when he
knew Margaret, married her & had Mark.
10.
Kaye & Johnny Crawford be sure & check out Kay's page on when she wrote
to Johnny.
11. Ginia has a very touching story to share with you about her trip to Colorado and
True Grit Days with Johnny Crawford
12. Lucasboy & his Flipspecial
13.
Justus Knight's replica rifle when he was a boy.
14. The Rifleman and Superman by John Raspanti
Oh and Dad if you’re reading this…YOU
WERE RIGHT!
15. Matthew's Story by Linda C.
Matthew is 13 and is a big fan of "The Rifleman."
16. Running by Alexi
I was running from someone or something I didn’t know which, and then it
happened.....
17. Through Mark's Eyes
This is a story dedicated to Cowgirl (me) from Matthew—Thank you Matthew!
b. A Day of Thinking Written by: Matthew—Dedicated to: ALL the
members of The McCain Ranch Message board and also the Connors
family!
18. WHY The Rifleman touches us by John Raspanti—This episode epitomizes why
THE RIFLEMAN is one of the best television shows ever produced.
19. The Rifleman Letters by The McCain Ranch Messageboard—Great stuff!
20. Writing Challenge by some of the members of The McCain Ranch
Do you have a character you would like to be interviewed by a big named
newspaper... How would your answer the following questions?
21. Relay For Life—This year's theme was “Celebrate Life” On July 12 and
13, the community joined in the fight against Cancer. Let's see who was
remembered..... The legend lives on........
Do you have a short story or a picture you would like to share?

This is what I call "The Writer's Corner"
These stories are great and in length. They are written by members/fans of
The McCain Ranch messageboard but anyone can contribute.
1. A Growing Up Time by Donna Hume
Mark is taken by brutal outlaws and faces dangers Lucas can't save
him from.
2.
The Shot by Linda C.
Sometimes a boy feels he has to prove he is as good as his father
even when his father is the best rifleman in the west.
3. Lucas Let's Go by Donna Hume
Only Mark can help Lucas and Micah - but at great danger to himself!
4. Drako's Quest by Delta
A gunfighter's reputation can keep him prisoner - unless he has
someone to count on.
5. "Sidewinder—the alternate ending" by rooster davis
What really turned Grid from his revenge? Find out here!
6. Mark leaves the ranch by Donna Hume
"Dr. Mark" Part II of "Mark Leaves the Ranch"
7. Mark's Story: The Legacy by Linda C.
This is a great story, a must read! I don't want to give anything away, so I will let
you judge for yourself.
8. Are you into fan-fiction? Here are two great stories about "The Rifleman"
'The Outlaw's Widow' & 'Lost'—written by Praire-Schooner aka "The
Rifleman" Fanart by bluespiritgal
9.
Transformation 1 & 2 by Deltaqueen
Are you a fan of Johnny Drako? Well if your not, you will be when you read this
story.
10. His Cousin's Keeper by Linda C.
Can Lucas keep his family safe from an evil he can't see?
11. We Do What we Can Do by
John Raspanti
Lucas must face the demise of his dearest friend.
12. A Letter from Ann by Linda C.
Lucas' past threatens to destroy his future.
13. Mind Games by Delta
It is a case of mistaken identity, or is it?
14. Missing by Linda C.
What happens here tests Mark's faith to the breaking point.
15. The Mysterious Strange by John Raspanti
Lucas learns you can't believe everything you read or see - even with your own
eyes.
16. The Road to Salinas by Linda C.
A boy's quest to find his father has some unexpected turns.
16. The Long Day by Delta
Ever had one of those days? You'll enjoy this story.
17. The Paint by Linda C.
A magnificent Paint horse leads Mark and a new friend to a realization about
belonging.
18. Last Will and Testament by John Raspanti
There's a strange in town looking for Lucas, who can it be?
19. Melody by Livvie
Hurt and alone, a young girl makes her way to the ranch. Who is this girl and
why would anyone want to cause her harm?
20.
Window of a Soul by Linda C.
Can Lucas help Mark overcome the biggest challenge he has ever faced?
Sometimes it takes more than a little faith.
21. Past Imperfect part 1 & 2 by Deltaqueen
A Johnny Drako Story
Holiday Stories
Halloween Stories
1. The Midnight Sky by Donna Hume (Halloween Story)
Did Mark really see a witch? If not, what was it?
2. The Old Indian Brave by Ol Lucas Boy
Why would the old Brave specify for Lucas to hang the weapon over the
doorway to his and Marks bedroom?
3. Mark's Halloween Ordeal by Ol Lucas Boy
Mark takes his special girl to the dance only to have the evening end in an ordeal
of of terror.
Thanksgiving Stories
1. The Thanksgiving Day Story by Pete 2007 re-posted 11/7/08
Does Lucas & Mark know the real meaning of Thanksgiving?
2. The Thanksgiving Story by Ol Lucas
As the riders rode closer Mark noticed the figure of a man draped over the back
of Jess Profit's horse….it was Lucas!
Christmas Stories — Under Construction
1. A Silent Night by Linda C.
2. The Christmas Story by Ol' Lucasboy
3. Grid's Christmas by rooster davis
These stories are a continuing saga based on the TV series “The Rifleman”
*If you would like to tell any of these Northforkers how much you enjoyed their story you can drop by The McCain Ranch messageboard and say "howdy!"
Maybe you'd like to chit chat with all the Northforkers.
You will need to stop by The McCain Ranch and get your password from