C/7 has long had a policy of, once a member is inducted, if he pays his dues he remains a member of the unit, regardless of event attendance. That policy led us to a member roster of approximately 40 names. After much discussion at the 2002 business meeting, it was proposed, and accepted, that C7 go up "one notch" on membership. Beginning in 2002, continued C7 "active" membership requires both paying unit dues and attending at least one maximum effort re-enactment a year. Those who don't attend that minimum number of events (one) can remain on the mailing list and are always welcome to join us at an event (heck they're even ENCOURAGED to do so). Mailing list members, during 2003, can also rejoin the active status by meeting the requirements of active status. Active members will continue their voting privileges; mailing list members would not have a vote, until they regain active status. We all know that things do happen that shift priorities or keep us from joining our friends around the campfire. Please be assured that no one is "mad" at you about anything, and we hope whatever has kept you away will be resolved so that we can see you around the campfire again, sometime soon. |
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C7 Rules: Both Official and Understood |
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Rule 1: Hindquarters
The first rule that C/7 ever formed was about chairs. “If you didn’t bring a chair to camp then don’t sit in one unless you’re invited to.” Our camp has plenty of boxes to take the place of a chair. Grab one. Also, please don’t ask others to sit in a chair, and think that you being polite excuses you. The only chair a C/7 member can rightfully allow you to sit in is one they brought themselves. This rule goes for your “guests/family” too. No we’re not trying to be mean. But we spend our time running in wool to put on a show. Most of us will offer a chair for them to sit in, but let us have that pleasure, please. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 26 March 2008 )
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Footwear:Boots are preferred. Typically cavalry style boots come up to at least mid calf, with some covering the knees with a raised front. Historically, they had leather soles with a squared off front toe with one-piece uppers. Some acceptable alternatives include English style riding boots, that cover the calves, have a more rounded toe and the uppers are a two-piece design. Currently East German style military boots are acceptable but the pants cuffs should be worn outside the boot. They are constructed with rounded toes and two-piece uppers. Soles are rubber and cleated, with the outside of the entire boot having a grainy texture. Harness style boots are acceptable, but must have the leather harness straps removed. They have a squared off toe, leather soles and have two-piece style uppers. Typically they only go up to just below mid calf. Brogans are historically accurate as well and are an acceptable alternative to boots. If wearing Brogans, the pants cuffs should not be tucked into the socks. That practice is more of a myth generated by re-enactors than it is historic fact. Under no circumstances are pointed toe cowboy style boots or hiking boots acceptable. |
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