First off, we already have our own "shoot" called the GAF Muster. It is a two-gun shoot and all the stages are based on historical military actions. I invite you to attend. I would like to see each Department put on their own Muster each year. We also have our own postal match requiring military-style firearms.
As for a "separate" shooting category, in SASS, NCOWS, WASA, or other organization, it is something we can pursue through the SASS TGs and NCOWS Senators. As noted, there are more and more uniforms appearing at various matches. The GAF is also beginning to be the basis for most color guards at the major regional and national matches.
We are also working on creating a GAF posse within NCOWS. One major reason is that we need insurance coverage for the GAF Muster. The GAF posse (membership will be strictly voluntary) will enable the GAF to be a co-host for the Muster, instead of having to find an NCOWS posse or SASS club to host it on their own.
March is a busy time for me - I'm out of the country more than I'm home, but as soon as I return from my next trip, we will find some new leadership to take us forward in this direction.
What YOU can do for us is promote the GAF at your local shoots by wearing a uniform while shooting, and especially at the dinner/banquet. In addition, you can sponsor a Muster-like side-match at a local match (if you haven't been to the Muster, we can provide you with guidance), seek out those shooters who like wearing a uniform to shoot and invite them to join the GAF, and you can also consider putting on a local mini-Muster, which would be a great way for local GAF members to enjoy themselves, but also an excellent venue to attract new members.
Lastly, let us not forget that we have members who are not W/CAS shooters. We have reenactors, living historians, and military history enthusiasts. They can put on programs on to promote the GAF - and you should support them.
I'm heartened to hear all these suggestions, but remember these can't be put into effect overnight.
Bull- GAF does not have a uniform requirement, though we do encourage members to wear a uniform while shooting or engaged in other pro-GAF activities. We also have a firearms list, however the rifle continues to be a major limitation as few lever-actions were officially adapted by the Victorian-era military. The NCOWS "Originals" category is a two-gun category where single-shots can be used though, however the shooter must thoroughly document his clothing, equipment, and firearms to shoot as an "Original." You might want to check out the NCOWS forum for more information into the Originals.
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