Davey Dog Crusher

Mates, I'm looking at attending some 2010 events that I've missed in the past few years. I'd like to be able to come aboard with one of the crews in attendance, if possible. Please contact me if that might be a possibility. I'll be posting some more photos so you can see what I look like and what accessories I can bring along. ~Fells Point~ April 9&10 ~Pirate Fest Upper Marlboro, MD~ May ~Holly Point~ June 3-6 ~Blackbeard Festival~ June 9-11 ~Havre DeGrace~ July ~Beaufort Pirate Invasion OR Rock Hall, MD~ August 13-15 (Happy Birthday to me) Maybe next year I can look at getting a little further south and make some of the Florida events. Depends on if my 401k (lottery) pays off. Davey

Seems I wrote my reply on last year's post. I hope to get down to this event this year. Any crews willing to take on a marooner? Davey

Looking forward to attending this event for a change. I may need to find a crew to come aboard with though. Davey

I will send my sister-in-law and wife's cousin these links. She works for the schools and he works Parks & Recreation in San Bernardino. At least they can keep an eye out in case the contents were dumped. Dave

Thanks LadyB and Rumba. Yes, space to grow and improve my impression and kit. I haven't meant to be a lurker, just been looking for events that may be a little more to my liking. There were a lot being missed...I'll leave it at that.

To all men who read these presents greetings. Be it known that David Hatfield, a.k.a. Davey Dog Crusher (me), has ended his affiliation with the Moody Crewe and now considers himself (myself) a Free Man, beholden to no Ship, Captain or Crew. I'm looking for events to attend in the Chesapeake Bay/Mid-Atlantic region. Check out my gallery and give me a shout if you think I may be fit. Davey

The folks at Nauticus in downtown Norfolk, VA are hosting this event in conjunction with the "Real Pirates" (Whydah) exhibit. Unfortunately, it hasn't had much press or advertising. Ticket price includes entrance to the exhibit. Here's the text of their flier: A Glorious Evening of Merriment Awaits... Ahoy Rogues & Wenches, A most memorable and magical night awaits you this New Year's Eve at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center. Breathtaking views of illuminated downtown scenes and the Elizabeth River accompany a fantasy evening overflowing with delicious food, a cash bar, great live music from local favorite--Butter, dancing and theatrical entertainment. Bring ye' whole crewe with you for a spellbinding night of wondrous swashbuckling revelry. You may even go home with the ultimate buccaneer booty--a chest filled with a bounty of golden treasures! Your fantasy evening includes a special viewing of the National Geographic Real Pirates Exhibit Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship is a fascinating a 16,000-square-foot interactive exhibition which showcases more than 200 artifacts from the first fully authenticated pirate ship to be discovered in U.S. waters. You'll learn the true story behind the pirate ship Whydah—a story more compelling than anything dreamt up by Hollywood. Enter our drawing for FREE tickets to the Ball Congratulations Val Papkey of Newport News, the first winner of the drawing for the two FREE tickets to the Buccaneer Ball awarded December 1st. Two additional tickets will be given away on Dec. 22nd. Register at BuccaneerBall@GMail.com to qualify. Refunds provided winner if tickets have been pre-purchased. Winner will be announced right here as well as via our email mailing list. Join now, if you haven't already, to stay up to date on all the Buccaneer Ball details. Questions: Email them to BuccaneerBall@GMail.com

Mates, I'm looking for a good picture or diagram of a Linstock. Between work, home and friends I would like to attempt to make one. Nothing fancy, but sturdy. I know that there are a few sites where I can buy one, but what's the fun in that? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Davey

Here are a couple of links from today. Apparently .40 caliber is "small" to some. Still, it looks like it comes down to untrained YAHOOs playing with lethal weapons. Prepare for the over-reaction and stricter enforcement. http://hamptonroads.com/2008/09/sheriff-tr...l-war-reenactor http://www.wavy.com/global/story.asp?s=908...amp;srvc=latest http://www.wvec.com/news/topstories/storie...d.c39dd711.html Davey

From today's (28 September) head-lines in the Norfolk, VA paper and TV: http://hamptonroads.com/2008/09/isle-wight...war-reenactment http://www.wavy.com/Global/story.asp?S=9084627&nav=23ii More to come I'd imagine. Davey

I've been involved with BP firing demos for a few years, including at National & State Parks, local schools & libraries, and during city events. Here are a few items that you may want to consider for events: 1~ Each weapon must be checked for proper cleanliness and function prior to the first firing of EACH day. I have seen NP Rangers actually suspend rifled muskets by the triggers when at half-cock. Half-cock being the "safety" position. While at half-cock, the hammer shall NOT strike when the trigger is pulled or the hammer is pushed/jarred. Dirty or inoperable weapons are "quarantined". 2~ You need a WORKABLE plan for misfires! NEVER add more powder into the muzzle of a gun that's misfired. We reprime and give ONE more attempt to fire. If the weapon does not discharge, the charge is dumped and the weapon "quarantined" until it has been cleared and reinspected. 3~ ONE person handles the powder and ALL the loading and priming. The ships' gunners did this and we have incorporated it into our firing plan. We have a couple of sets of apostles for just this purpose. This way we can insure that weapons are not carrying too heavy or light a charge. It also ensures that loaded weapons are not being carried around when not firing. Once the weapon is discharged, it is turned back to the gunner's mates if it is to be reloaded. 4~ ALWAYS maintain order when firing. There's nothing more annoying or dangerous than a YAHOO discharging his weapon randomly. Especially in a crowd. There's a time and place for everything! 5~ Never simulate a duel, or close in fight. When doing battle, maintain a safe distance and ELEVATE your aim. NEVER fire towards the crowd...ALWAYS maintain a clear "front". 6~ NO ALCOHOL! Until after the weapons have been cleared, cleaned and secured. We have never had a problem with getting permission for a firing demonstration, even at public school events. In fact, we have been encouraged to do them. Although once, we were encouraged not to fire out of respect for a student that had lost a family member in Iraq. Again, the key is CONTROLLING the evolution. The National Park did have a certification for BP, but I can't seem to locate that information. I'll do some checking with some of my CW pards and see what I can find. I'll post it as a reply in this thread once I do. I hope that this helped. Davey