Pontoon Boat Adjunct for "Fire on the Rappahannock" - December 7-9, 2012

[Pvt_Sullivan]

Gentlemen,

My apolgies for the delay in posting the first group of registrations for the Pontoon Boat Adjunct for "Fire on the Rappahannock", I was delayed by the Shiloh reenactment and then a visit to the Magic Kingdom. This week I am catching up on my correspondence and sent off the first group of registrations to the registrar for "Fire on the Rappahannock" the list published below are those that have completed the Pontoon Boat Adjunct registration form and sent in their registration fee as requested.

15th NY Engineers
Bertone, Carter
Johnson, Brett
Oakes, Doug
Tyler, Steve

89th NY Infantry Co G - Mike Comer
Davenport, Ed
Orrand, Robert

89th NY Infantry Co K - Bob Bowser
Bordenaro, Joe
Brandt, Jeremy
Keller, Gregory
Wrightstone, Mark
Zartman, Dale

89th NY Infantry Co E - James Owens
Schwartz, Gary


89th NY Infantry Co A - TBD


If your name is not on the list above, either I have not recieved your registration yet or it was done incorrectly. If you believe you are registered, please contact me at pete.berezuk@gmail.com as soon as possible so we can work the problem out.

Information on the Pontoon Boat Adjunct is on the "Fire on the Rappahannock" website at http://fredericksburg150.org/pontoon-boat-adjunct/

The Pontoon Boat Adjunct registration form is available at the following link - http://fredericksburg150.org/wp-cont...gistration.pdf

If you wish to register, please consider doing it as soon as possible. The money from your registration will be put into the fund for constructing the pontoons and we're in need of the funds now to put materials on contract for the building this summer. I am in debt to those of you who have already registered, I am grateful for all who can commit to this project and get registred soon.

[Pvt_Sullivan]

Gentlemen,

I wish to thanks those who have already registered to support this endeavor.

The "Fire on the Rappahannock" event is approaching the cap for Federal participants already. The 89th NY has the largest number of remaining slots and I am daily recieving inquiries about participation. Now is the time to get registered to make sure you can participate in this experience. Also, a portion of the registration funds goes to the pontoon building supplies and those funds are needed as soon as possible to ensure materials are ordered and recieved for the planned work weekends this summer. The current registration form and event release form with instructions is attached below. Please register as soon as you can.

Pontoon_Boat_Adjunct_Registration.pdf

The current registered list is below by company. I will update this list regularly.

Staff
Berezuk, Pete - Commander

15th NY Engineers
Ball, Raymond B.
Ball, Raymond L.
Bamann, Bill
Bertone, Carter
Johnson, Brett
Oakes, Doug
Tyler, Steve

89th NY, Company G - South and West
Comer, Michael - Commander
Coffman, Martin
Davenport, Ed
Evans, Lou
Orrand, Robert
Serour, Mark
Smallwood, Gene
Underwood, Tyler

89th NY, Company K - Washington Guard
Bowser, Bob
Bordenaro, Joe
Brandt, Jeremy
Calcagni, Scott
Keller, Gregory
Wrightstone, Mark
Zartman, Dale
Salland, Pat

89th NY, Company E - Potomac Legion
Flemming Paul
Schwartz Gary

89th NY, Company H - Old Northwest
Roscoe Andrew
Roigoni Keith

[rayzor30]

Peter,

Ray and I are still hoping to come in August but can't confirm just yet. Definitely glad to see a few other Engineers out there. I know we have a few more coming with us in December. This promises to be a tremendous event.

If any of the gentlemen on this list are looking for an Engineer unit to join more permanently, Co. A US Engineer Battalion (Regular) is always looking for recruits. Have a look at www.usengineerbn.net if you might be interested. You can also reach us at usengineerbn@yahoo.com

Essayons
1st Sgt. Ray Ball

[Pvt_Sullivan]

Gentlemen,

There has been an overwhelming interest in the larger "Fire on the Rappahannock" and because of that, I have been given a deadline to register participants for the Pontoon Boat Adjunct of July 1. If the available slots are not filled by then, they will be released for the wait list of the larger event. I am honored by the eagerness of those who have already signed on to support this event. If you have been thinking about participating but haven't sent in the registration form, there is no time to waste now. I am daily getting contacted from individuals and groups looking to participate and will need to take applicants on a first come, first served basis. Attached below is the current registration form...

Pontoon_Boat_Adjunct_Registration.pdf

I am proud to announce the fourth company will commanded by Andrew Roscoe. The Old North West is making a strong showing filling in their company.

Here is an updated registration list for the Pontoon Boat Adjunct. I have indicated the company commander's and posted their email addresses so individuals can contact them about joining their companies.

15th NY Engineers
Ball, Raymond B.
Ball, Raymond L.
Bamann, Bill
Bertone, Carter
Doyle, Mike
Johnson, Brett
Oakes, Doug
Tyler, Steve
18 Slots remaining

89th NY Infantry Co G - Mike Comer (huntdaw@gmail.com), Commanding
Coffman, Martin
Davenport, Ed
Evans, Lou
Orrand, Robert
Serour, Mark
Smallwood, Gene
Underwood, Tyler
18 Slots remaining

89th NY Infantry Co K - Bob Bowser (bowser625@comcast.net), Commanding
Bordenaro, Joe
Brandt, Jeremy
Calcagni, Scott
Keller, Gregory
Wrightstone, Mark
Zartman, Dale
Salland, Pat
Utter, Dane
17 Slots remaining

89th NY Infantry Co B - James Owens (jdo@npmhu.org) Commanding
Flemming, Paul
Flemming, William
Gillis, Jonathan
Schwartz, Gary
Taylor, Simon
28th NY TBD
28th NY TBD
18 Slots remaining

89th NY Infantry Co H - Andrew Roscoe (andrew.j.roscoe@gmail.com) Commanding
Adams, Christopher
Bevard, Jeremy
Cook, Robert
Marshall, Michael
Roigoni, Keith
Stafford, Robert
Steele, Thomas
18 Slots remaining


If your name is not on the list above, either I have not recieved your registration yet or it was done incorrectly. If you believe you are registered, please contact me at pete.berezuk@gmail.com as soon as possible so we can work the problem out.

[Tom Craig]

Hey Pete,

The whole pontoon thing seems like an awesome idea, and I totally applaud you for making it happen. I am interested in the event, but I have to ask what to me is the $5 question. I haven't been to a Fredericksburg event before, but I am familiar with the town. Will most of the activity at this event (beyond the pontoon portion) happen in the modern downtown? I know they've done this event for years and years, I just can't wrap my head around how it will work with such a developed area?

Thanks,
Tom Craig

[Pvt_Sullivan]

Tom,

This is one of those events where modern intrusions are everywhere. But the thing about Fredericksburg is you can stand at any intersection in the original town property and see buildings that range from the Colonial period, through the 19th Century and into the modern day. Through the years the 28th MASS and the 47th VA have identified some locations where they can achieve the desired results and have a successful commemoration of the battle with opposed battle scenarios.

There are three planned battle scenarios.

The first will be the pontoon crossing from Ferry Farm and the clearing of the city dock which are relatively undeveloped and free of modern structures. This is the primary focus of the Adjunct effort.

The second battle scenario is a street fighting engagement which will occurred on December 11, 1862. They have used a couple of different locations in the city, the specific one has not been approved yet. This requires a built up residential area for the desired effect.

The third battle scenario is the assault on Marye's Heights and for this year's event the College of Mary Washington is again allowing the use of a section of undeveloped land that is adjacent to and north of the NPS unit at the Sunken Road. This is the original ground and the event participation is scaled so this area gives the experience of the event but is not overcrowded nor sparsely covered.

The key I hope to relay in this discussion is yes there are modern intrusions throughout but the event is designed to recreate what is possible inside the modern town. There are also multiple areas where period homes and properties in the town will be utilized by civilian and military participants. This will alllow those who desire the chance to find their 'bubble' and experience.

I signed on because I saw an opportunity to recreate something unique and provide an experience for like-minded fellows. For me my experience is being on the original ground with soldiers around me and I can look past and ignore most modern intrusions for that experience.

I hope that helps and provides a clearer idea of what the level of modern intrusion is and what participants can expect at the event.

[Tom Craig]

Thanks Pete!

That was precisely the info I was looking for. I thought that what you described was the case, but I wanted to make sure that I understood entirely what I'd be getting into. Knowing what to expect, and setting your expectations appropriately is the key to having a good time at events.

Take care,
Tom Craig

[Pvt_Sullivan]

Gentlemen,

Those of you who have registered for the Pontoon Boat Adjunct at "Fire on the Rappahannock" have been sent Pre-Event Communication #2 which covers expectations and the general scheme of manuever for the event. If you believe you have registered and did not receive it, please contact me immediately via email at pete.berezuk@gmail.com

As of today there are 40 slots remaining for the 89th NY Infantry and 13 slots remaining for the 15th NY Engineers. If you are interested in participating there is no time to delay. Registration for the 89th NY will close on July 1 and any remaining slots will be turned over to the event registrar for the growing wait list of Federals.

You can get the current registration form here: Pontoon_Boat_Adjunct_Registration.pdf

[28thny]

Mr. Berezuk. I received a communication from you on Thursday listing the members of my company who are registered with the adjunct but nothing beyond that. Please let me know if I have missed some communication on this subject.

Thanks,
Simon Taylor
28th NY
Niagara Rifles

[Rick C.]

Hello,
I'm in Ohio so not able to help build the boats but would like to help with the handling and could be over a couple of days early to help set up. Can I sign up for the 15th?

Rick Compton
30th OVI
4th OVI, Killbuck Mess