Re: MtMan-List: pilgrim outfit

[Frank <MedicineBear@Hawken54.sparks.nv.us>]

Gail,

I'm probably not the best one on the list to answer this question but will give
it a shot.
It has been my experience (short as it is) that everyone had to start somewhere
and with very few exceptions everyone remembers how it was when they started
out!
Lanney Ratcliff's recent posting is some "sound wisdom" and I can't add much to
it.
There are different kinds of Rendezvous and the "Primitive" events are somewhat
restrictive in attire primarily to provide a atmosphere of authenticity for the
participants.  Even so, everyone is always welcome and with very little
preparation you can fit right in.  I would call one of the officers or Bushway
putting on the event you're interested in attending and ask them about the focus
of the event and what is acceptable etc.  You'll probably be surprised to find
that most voo's are not at all restrictive.
Keep in mind that this list primary focus is historical authenticity.  There are
certainly people here that represent every imaginable aspect of the hobby but
most are aspiring toward authenticity.  Some of the postings here can lead one
to believe that things are very restrictive.  IF you are looking to be
authentic, you have to be firm on what is "right and wrong".  Again, that is the
main focus here but you determine for yourself just what level of participation
you are interested in and create your persona accordingly.  If "period
correctness" isn't your cup of tea, that's okay too.  You'll be hard pressed to
find anywhere better than this list to learn from and be inspired by!
The main thing is to have fun!  This is a great period of time in our history
and I'm sure you'll do just fine.

YMHOS, Medicine Bear

Gail Carbiener wrote:

> MedicineBear:
>     I have not gone to my first voo yet and am a bit apprehensive that I
> will be out of date, style, etc. Can I bring my commercial tanned bag, even
> if I don't have a gun yet? I have canvas, high waisted pants (Wah made)
> etc..
>     I did go out and buy all the "Book of Buckskinning" and have found them
> to be very good to keep up with the "pros" on this list and what they are
> talking about.
>     I plan on going to a voo in Idaho in September, will probably stay at
> the modern camp (or God forbid a motel) as I do not have camping gear.
>     Gail Carbiener
> (Doing living history of HBC trapper)
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