Federals Wanted

[Terry Sorchy]

Gents,
If any out there are still contemplating the Out Post event in October we still have room in all four companys for men who are looking to put together in one event many things that in the past have been very fleeting.
I can promise you this.
You will look and feel like you are part of the 89th Illinois Infantry in the fall of 1862. Evolutions and mannerisms will suit the times.
First Person will be enforced. This will be treated on the federal side as an immersion event. You will actually feel like you are in that time period because NO modern talk is going to be allowed. If it must be done it you will be asked to leave the vicinity of others that may be into the period experience. To often we sit on battlefields and NO first person is done.
We have very tight and excellent company commanders and an outstanding wing commander in Chad Green.
Coley Adair and his critters will be our cavalry. (I dont need to say more there).
The fact of the matter is boys at many tacticals with a few exceptions the feds are always outnumbered. For some reason everyone wants to don the grey.
Lets keep this historically accurate to 1862 not 2007.
Thank You
Your Most Obedient Servant
Terry Sorchy

[Johnny Lloyd]

Sir-

If you find someone that is coming to the event from the Northeast (I live in CT, but can drive easily to NY, PA, NJ) then please let me know. I'd love to go as either Federal or Confed. But I won't sign-up until I have secured a ride at least halfway there.

Thanks so much! -Johnny

[Tenthtexas]

At this particular time, 5 weeks out, we are dead even in registration. Not one side has the advanatage over the other. When the Critters register, I am sure that will change in their favor. But both sides are forming well. So people still have the choice of going on either side.
With the way every one worked together at Chickamauga, I expect there will be some very well drilled companies and maneuvering going on at Outpost.

Get registered!!


Art

[Terry Sorchy]

At this time, we still have plenty of room in ALL federal company's for more men. Both sides are even at the moment but we have to fill up four company's as compared to three, otherwise you have four very tiny company's.

I implore ALL out in cybor world to really reflect. If you have always wanted to do a large pickett post event, this is it. If you have always wanted to find out all aspects of a recon with action, this is it. If you just wanted to support your northern pards, this is it.

We could really use you to make this event a success. The WIG has done a great job preparing an outstanding event. Please join U.S.

Cheers
Terry Sorchy

[Johnny Lloyd]

Terry-

I'd love to come and join you, but 1036 miles by oneself is a bit of a drive and I'm not good at flying to an event since I've never had to get a musket on a plane- kinda late to do so anyway.

I'm still working the details out with someone else if it is feasible, but does anyone have the ability to meet halfway (New York, Penn- 5 hours south from me, Virginia 6 or more south of me) late-nite Thurs 25 OCT and leave ASAP Sunday, then please let me know.

Need to know something soon due to necessary contingency plans.

Thanks- Johnny

[Rmhisteach]

Johnny,

I am sure that we ( I ) could bring a loaner musket & Bayonet if that is the only issue with the flight deal.

RM

[Johnny Lloyd]

Rod-

Mostly over the fact that I have never done it before (flying to an event), so I must admit the whole situation is new to me since I have never had to do so and MIGHT be cost-preventative compared to sharing gas money down.

Unfortunately, I (and others I know of that are definitely interested in future events) now live in the Northeast and quality events are rather far.

I'll research the matter on flights. I am calling Mr. Sorchy tonight and will see if it is more economical to fly to Nashville or share-a-ride down. I should know by the end of this business week.

Thank you for your help and concern, friend... I might just need that musket. ;)

Your comrade -Johnny

[WoodenNutmeg]

I'm with Johnny on this. I too live in New England and the process of getting down South is not an easy task. It'd be nice if Johnny and I could get some Yankee blood down there for October, but personally, it doesn't look good for me this year. W64 in New York is my goal for the time being and it seems much more viable in regards to travel. With that in mind, it might be nice to get a group of gents together in our surrounding areas, Johnny, for those authentic events which aren't northern like Out Post. That reminds me, PM me to talk about the possibility of forming a collective as well as some observations I made at Winchendon this past weekend. Believe me when I say you were glad not to have been there.

Bryan O'Keefe, Esquire

[Charles Heath]

Here we have people in the mid-Atlantic coordinating rides with Nutmeggers, New Yorkers, and Canadians, and a certain Cheesehead feller coordinating rides with Sorebacks for people in Baltimore. I'm loving this, and as a friendly reminder: I-81 does feed into I-40 quite nicely.

[HOG.EYE.MAN]

Johnny & Bryan,

I cannot make this event this year because of a busy work schedule, however, I was at the first Out Post (TAG) event, and it was one of the best events I've ever been to.

If I were you guys, I would do whatever it took to attend, you will not regret it.

Trust me......

[DougCooper]

Rod-

Mostly over the fact that I have never done it before (flying to an event), so I must admit the whole situation is new to me since I have never had to do so and MIGHT be cost-preventative compared to sharing gas money down.

Unfortunately, I (and others I know of that are definitely interested in future events) now live in the Northeast and quality events are rather far.

I'll research the matter on flights. I am calling Mr. Sorchy tonight and will see if it is more economical to fly to Nashville or share-a-ride down. I should know by the end of this business week.

Thank you for your help and concern, friend... I might just need that musket. ;)

Your comrade -Johnny

Flying is easy to do - you just need a rifle case. Other than that, its all economics. The economics of a plane ticket vs the economics of missing work/taking vacation days to drive. I live 2000 miles or more from everything so it is not an option for me to drive. A bunch of us are flying into Nashville. I arrive at midnight on Thursday night/Friday AM so if you need a ride, let Terry know.

[Coatsy]

Terry.... You are going about the recruiting process all wrong. You need to appeal to the stomachs of the boys.

You should have offered free pie. :shades_sm

There are always the last moment types that will sign up near the lat cut off date. Relax mon!

[Eric Tipton]

I'm pretty sure that Hoosiers can be lured with pie... specifically pecan pie. :D

[Charles Heath]

Half a pie, half a pie onward!

[Terry Sorchy]

Okay, Okay! I'll bring down pies:baring_te
If that works I'll do it!:wink_smil Let me know the flavors and how many.
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy

[Charles Heath]

Terry, are you fixin' to rent a Hertz tractor-trailer?

Apple works fine. Don't get too fancy.

[Rmhisteach]

Do they want pies "because they are hungry or just because they like pies. ?? "
M. Woodburn

Had to be said.

RM

[C.R. Henderson]

Heck, Terry lured me with the prospects of homemade brats straight from Wiscaansin.

[hpotter]

Hey Terry, everyone had their eyes on that cheese at Chickamauga. How about a little, you know for the effort? Brats AND Pies, I'm ready for it.

[VA-Patriot'61]

“More people will come if they think there’ll be punch and pie!”-Eric Cartman

Couldn't resist... :wink_smil

[Jim of The SRR]

I'm pretty sure that Hoosiers can be lured with pie... specifically pecan pie. :D

Terry would have to have us Georgians bring some REAL pecan pies for the event. And that is PEEECAAANS not PEEECAUNS (for all you Northerners).

Isn't funny how folks say "I would love to do this or that at an event" and then when folks offer an opportunity like Outpost you don't see them. I'm looking forward to this event as it should be much more fun than this cyber-reenacting.

Jim Butler (soon to be part of Company B, 89th Illinois) "CLEAR THE TRACKS!"
SRR www.geocities.com/saltriverrifles
SCAR www.geocities.com/scar_civilwar

[Rob Murray]

Jim, So you're bringing me a PEEECAAAN pie. Oh boy!! I knew there was a reason I joined your company.

[Mcguire]

[QUOTE][/I'd love to come and join you, but 1036 miles by oneself is a bit of a drive and I'm not good at flying to an event since I've never had to get a musket on a plane- kinda late to do so anyway.
QUOTE]


I had the same situation when I attended BGR. Flying with a musket is not a big deal. I purchased a plastic case at Bass Pro Shop for about $23.00. FAA only requires that you have a locked case and that you declare it. I was suprised at the ease of the whole ordeal. I also posted on the forum for ride share from my point of arrival. I had multiple offers. It all worked out great and I met some great people along the way.
I strongly encourage you to look at air fares and put out the word, you'll be surprised at the response.

[Coatsy]

Jim,

Thanks for the great quote! I had to add it to my signature line. All kiddings aside. Jim is 100% correct. This is a great oppurtunity to go to an event that offers a lot more than the usual. Take a chance and sign up to attend in one of the fine Federal companies that have been raised. I don't think you'll regret it.

[theknapsack]

Can we hire Dan Chmelar's mom to make pie for us?

[IowaYank]

Only if I get a cut of the pie money!!!!!!!!

[Charles Heath]

Terry, can you get a couple of gallons of squeaky cheese curds to sweeten the deal? You are going to have to put the hard sell on some of these boys.

[Terry Sorchy]

Mozzerrella or Colby curds? I can bring both.
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy

[Terry Sorchy]

Each Federal Company that fields 30 men will receive 5 pies of their choice.
So Sayeth the Pieman!
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy

[Hairy Nation Boys]

Terry has just offered to pick up any federal no matter where they live for Outpost. E-mail him and he will be by.

I will have gooseberry pie, with cream and coffee.

Holler

[theknapsack]

Dan Chmelar's Mom's Apple Pie, Hold the Cream, Keep the Coffee

[rkg]

Hey Dan,
How's your mom's peach, cherry, or blackberry pie????? Brother, it would be great to have you in the field down there, are you going to hand deliver those pies instead of play in the game that weekend?

Robert Gobtop
Ol Sipley Mess
ONV
Lover of pies baked by moms.

[Ross L. Lamoreaux]

Well, I'd been riding the fence for awhile on whether to come up, but by golly, when there's pie, there I'll be. Count me in for Cpt Butler's boys.

[theknapsack]

Judging from the pie I have had from Dan's mom, I'm sure they're all grrrrrreat!

[IowaYank]

Havent seen my mom make much blackberry or peach, but she does make one mean strawberry-rhubarb pie!!!!
Rob, man I wish I could be down there with you guys, looks like it will be a great time. Why do the best events have to be during football season????

[Rmhisteach]

Havent seen my mom make much blackberry or peach, but she does make one mean strawberry-rhubarb pie!!!!
Rob, man I wish I could be down there with you guys, looks like it will be a great time. Why do the best events have to be during football season????

So that the little guys have a chance in the Arm rastlin' that's why.

Rm

[Kevin O'Beirne]

I'm looking forward to seeing again, or meeting in person for the first time, many folks in "The Butler Company" on the visiting team.

Will be attending with Cannucks in tow. :)

[PvtShot]

Anybody know at what time we are expected to be ready at Rippavilla? Might this be a similar type of setup to the Land Between the Lakes back in '06?

Hope to see a great turn out!

Kindest Regards,
Eliot Toscano

The Buckras
SCAR
SRR

[yankeecav]

Jim,

I enjoyed falling in with you guys at Mill Springs and I wish I could make it to outpost as a Fed. Unfortunately, the event is only about 10 days before my election. I hate when real life stuff interferes with fun.

[Terry Sorchy]

Please try to make it a there a few hours before sunset friday night at the latest. I understand if you cant. But we want to get in some drill, arms inspection and get organized. Its easier in the light and there will be alot going on friday night, We surely wont have time for anything saturday morning.
To all men coming, please inform your orderlies when you plan on arriving. That will help.
Cheers
Terry Sorchy

[Hairy Nation Boys]

Don't forget the pie issue to the ONV company.

[regularyank]

Hello,
I am registered for Outpost but complications have come up with my ride so he will not be going. Is there anyone from north Texas willing to give up a seat. Im willing to pay my way in gas and all that I just need a ride.
Thanks for any help.

[Spinster]

Mr. Clark,

North Texas is a big ol' place, and I hope you'll find a ride, or one you can meet up with somewhere along the path.

Should that option not materialize, do check your options with Southwest airlines, which has service to Nashville, from Lubbock and Amarillo. I've found them quite tolerant of people in funny clothes. I prodded Johnny Lloyd about getting on a plane for this event some time back--he's a comin' and you can too. http://www.authentic-campaigner.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13418

[Johnny Lloyd]

Yep, ma'am... you prodded me and now ya'll have another Federal body in Arnold's company. I'm flying in -a la Airborne- to Nashville.

Hooah... :D

To all on this thread: please see my posting here for "a little help from my friends..."

http://www.authentic-campaigner.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13418

Again, I'll pay my share for gas, powder, pie, etc.

-Johnny

[Kevin O'Beirne]

Please try to make it a there a few hours before sunset friday night at the latest.

Perhaps posting the actual, revised-to-Eastern-Daylight-Savings-Time hours of sunset, end of civil twilight, start of civil twilight, and sunrise, as posted on the US Naval Observatory website, would be useful to tell folks what hours these astronomical times of day occur at Spring Hill TN between October 26-28, 2007.

[Terry Sorchy]

If possible the time I would like the men to be there is 5PM CST. Sorry for being so vague.
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy

[John Grimes]

Terry,
For folks arriving after the bewitching hour of 5PM, what is the plan for link-up since the tactical will already have begun? If you have something prepared but don't want to let us in on it until we arrive, I understand. Just letting you know since some of us will arrive late.

[Terry Sorchy]

No, No the tactical is not going to start until the wee hours of Saturday morning. I would like the men there friday at around that time so we can organize, and prepare for the next two days. I fully understand if you are coming in after 5PM. You will be directed to camp and all will be right with the world.:p
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy

[Rob Murray]

Tiny, Is that you? If so, I look forward to seeing you.

[John Grimes]

Terry, thanks for the response. All is right with the world. Though, I did the get info on the time for the tactical from the Outpost website.
See you in TN!
Tiny
P.S. Yes Rob, see you there!

[John Legg]

I just sent in my registration and money. Ill see all of you in arnolds company in a few weeks!

John

[prestontoprail]

Legg, since you've been put in our company I'm going to need you to email me ASAP about details and preperations.

darthpreston1@yahoo.com

[Eureka Independent]

Hi All,

Terry,

I will be there with Troy Groves on Fri. I can be there on Fri AM if you would liek me to . Actually I should be there early on fri so I can make any additions to the base map.

Its a long haul form Arizona .........But worth every inch 7 mile! :D

Looking forward to it!

Don S

89th Ill Staff Topo Eng

[Eureka Independent]

One more thing.....

After the event is over, I will be putting together all the movements of the event on a final hand drafted map for reproduction. If you would like to get a copy of this, give me a shout & keep an eye on the forrum as I will make an announcement of when they will be available

All the best

Don S
89th Ill Staff Topo Eng

[Johnny Lloyd]

I'd like a copy of the above! -Johnny Lloyd

[Hairy Nation Boys]

I too would like a copy.

[Eureka Independent]

Hi all

I will put you fellows on the list

All the best

Don S

89th Ill Staff Topo Eng

[Terry Sorchy]

To ALL undecided men that want to go to OUTPOST! There is still ALOT of room left in Capt. Butlers Company (D) and Capt. Arnolds Company (C). We would like to even out the numbers on the federal side to about 30 men per company. We are falling about 8 short per company for these two. If we could get just 16 more men, eight per company it would be OUTSTANDING.:)
By the way, the PIES have been purchased for the Companies. The flavors are Apple, Pumpkin, Cherry, and Strawberry Rhubarb.:tounge_sm More men means more PIE!
Please help us fill the Companies. Remember, success is up to you.
Cheers:D
Terry Sorchy