I would consider a GAF event to be something along the following:
A one or two day match based on the GAF Muster: a single pistol and rifle only with stages based on military battle or skirmish. Most of the stages to have at least one full reload for at least one of the firearms. Participants encouraged to wear military uniform (authentic or Hollywood)
A long-range match using military issue longarms: Sharps, Springfields, Krags, Martini-Henry, etc (no civiilian style lever actions, buffalo rifles, target rifles). Participants encouraged to wear military uniform (authentic or Hollywood).
A side-match at a major regional match based on either of the two concepts above. As a side-match, uniforms would not be an issue.
Provide a UNIFORMED color guard at a SASS, NCOWS, NSSA, or other type of shoot; for a social event such as a dinner or ball; or as part of a living history program; or at a convention.
Put on a living history program or lecture about the Victorian-era military. Discuss the history, uniforms, weapons, etc to the public. Participants encouraged to wear authentic military uniform
A ball, banquet, or dance put on for GAF members and their guests. Participants encouraged to wear military uniform (authentic or Hollywood)
Point of clarification on the uniforms: The GAF encourages the wearing of a Victorian-era military uniform at our events, or even when you are participating in another CAS/WAS venue, such as NCOWS or SASS. However (and this should come as no surprise) whether a "Hollywood" uniform is permitted will depend on where the shoot is held, not GAF rule. For example, NCOWS requires authentic attire and the Hollywood look is not allowed. SASS makes no such distinction. Therefore if you hold a Mini-Muster or long-range match at a NCOWS range (or club), the uniform requirements will be more strict than if you hold it at a SASS range.
These are only a few ideas that I've been promoting, and I'm sure there are others. If you have another idea in mind, toss it in my direction for consideration. As long as it brings no discredit on the GAF I'll probably approve it.
The basic idea is for us to gather together, to have fun, to educate ourselves and the public, and to promote the GAF. Within our ranks we have shooters, reenactors, skirmishers, living historians, and general interest enthusiasts. We should be able to put on a variety of interesting events not only for our own enjoyment but for others as well.
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