Jedediah Smith Chapter, NSDAR

Apple Valley, California

Welcome

The Jedediah Smith Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR), was organized on November 28, 1977. Margaret C. Byerly was the first regent. The chapter’s name was chosen in honor of Jedediah Smith, a young, religious mountain man who traveled through the Mojave Desert by way of the Mojave River Trail, where many chapter members live and travel to attend meetings. Most members are from the Mojave Desert area, however some members are from other areas as well. Local residency is not a requirement for membership in any chapter.

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About Us

Jedediah Smith Chapter, NSDAR, is located in the high desert and focuses on giving back to the local community. The Jedediah Smith Chapter, NSDAR, offers scholarships to local high school seniors involved with Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) and those who take an interest in being a good citizen with the DAR Good Citizens annual essay contest.

Each year the chapter takes part in the Apple Valley and Victorville Memorial Day festivities. The chapter is also a member of Wreaths Across America and has a passion for supporting veterans.

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