As new as one can get!!!

[Eagle Eyes Jefferson]

I have been remiss in not formerly introducing myself to one and all here on the GAF forum. I am just getting into this sport and have not begun to get any equipment nor been to a shoot yet. I am currently reading and getting as much information as I can on the impression I am most interested in,  light artillery 1898 time frame.  Stop salivating Grapeshot!!! I plan on attending a SASS shoot nearby in Sept. There are not any NCOWS shoots nearby to where I live,( tidewater area of Va.) As I gain more information I will be able to make purchases at my own pace to work up to the impression I have chosen. I am intending to join GAF in the furture. I enjoy the military history of the Victorian Era and the weapons as well. I have always been drawn to uniforms. I guess my profession as a police officer would be a clue. I do want to congratulate all of the members of the GAF. I have been to quite a few web sites and read posts from members and non-members and I have never found a more friendly, helpful group of people. You all are the best recruitment ad the GAF could have, its people. Thanks for allowing me to join in the conversations and hopefully I will be among your ranks as a member very soon. I will try not to become a nuisance with questions of all of you RE;  weapons, clothing, accoutrements, etc....

Your most humble servant,

Eagle Eyes
Smithfield, Va.

[Bull Schmitt]

Eagle Eyes,

Why wait to join the GAF? It's free!

We would be pleased to have you on board. I am sure others will likewise encourage you to join up.

Bvt Col Bull Schmitt
Commander Department of the Atlantic

[Eagle Eyes Jefferson]

In that case, I'll switch over to the application and join up right now!!

Thanks!!

Eagle Eyes

[Dr. Bob]

Welcome aboard Eagle Eyes,

We are an all volunteer organization, so it may take a bit for your name to be added to the roster, but, when you completed and sent the enlistment form, you became a member.  Congratulations!!  Don't be hesitant about asking questions.  You will usually get the "real skinny" quickly and lots of us will learn something too!

[RattlesnakeJack]

Welcome toThe Barracks and to the Grand Army of the Frontier, Eagle Eyes!   

As others have already indicated, this is a great place to get information, so don't hesitate to ask questions as you develop your personna and your kit!

[Eagle Eyes Jefferson]

Thank you to both of you fine gentlemen. I appreciate the warm hand of friendship and the offer for assistance. I feel a part of the group already!!

Again, thank you.

Eagle Eyes

[Delmonico]

"real skinny"

Where, not in any camp I'm in.

Welcome Pard.

[Pitspitr]

Welcome EEJ,
If you're working on a persona for the GAF there's no better place to start asking questions than the members who frequent this board.

[Bull Schmitt]

Congratulations on joining up. Mighty pleased to welcome you to the GAF and especially the Department of the Atlantic.

Col Bull

[Eagle Eyes Jefferson]

Thank you , Sir. I look forward, with great anticipation, to all of the benefits that being a member of the GAF will bring. I am hoping that I will be prepared for the Grand Muster in 2008.


EEJ

[Steel Horse Bailey]

Welcome!

SASS is a great place to start.  I started in SASS before I knew about NCOWS, and GAF didn't exist.  Remember, if you want to remain authentic, just keep your own standards up like what is found in NCOWS and GAF.  SASS will certainly give you a place to play!   

[Drydock]

Benifits!   We'uns gots benifits?  Nobody tole me 'bout no benifits!  Wuz there some paperwork I din't get to fill out?

"Yer in the army now, yer not behind the plow,
you'll never get rich,
ya got the itch,
yer in the army now."

[Eagle Eyes Jefferson]

Hey Sarge,

You mean wearing a hot uniform, shooting replica authentic firearms, spending lots of money, sleeping under the stars, eating hard tack and salt pork, the smell of coffee and buffalo chips/road apples in the morning.........did I forget anything??? them's not benefits?? What about the retirement? Sorry, just couldn't resist!! I am now standing at attention in front of my monitor awaiting your return salute...Have a great evening.

EEJ

[Drydock]

"and in no time at all, you'll be wearin' stripes on yer britchs!"

"Good man, he'll make Sargeant in, 10 or 12 years . . ."