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136th New York Volunteer Infantry "The Ironclads"
Venturing Crew 7136
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Getting Started In "The Ironclads"
Step One: Understand the Crew
- Youth Crew members must be 14-20 years old
- Adult members are welcome as advisors
- Read the Mission Statement
- Read the Expectations and Goals
- Determine if Venturing is right for you!
Step Two: Try it out
- Look at the Event schedule
- Contact either the Adult Advisor or the Crew President for which event you would like to attend.
- Give your approximate clothing size
Step Three: Complete the application and pay the fees
- Complete the Venture Application form
- Complete the medical forms with adult signature
- Write out checks for the Crew fees
- Mail documents (or hand them) to the Crew Advisor "
Step Four: Purchase basic equipment
- Every member has one year to attain their basic kit "
- Loaner uniforms & equipment may be used during 1st year
- Military members of the crew are to buy
- Light Blue Trousers & Dark Blue 4 button Sack Coat
- White Muslin Shirt, Socks, and Suspenders
- Canteen w/blue cover, US Belt w/ brass keeper, and Dark Blue Forage Cap
- Brogans
- Period plate, fork, spoon, knife, and cup
- Civilian members are to buy
- The clothing necessary for your impression (consult with the civilian coordinator)
- Period plate, fork, spoon, knife, and cup
- Canteen or water container (period or not)
- To learn about the goals and expectations of the group click HERE.
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