Winter Quarters '62 will be an immersive experience recreating the life of a Federal Infantry Company in Winter Quarters in February 1862 on February 5th, 6th & 7th, 2027, near Hartsville, South Carolina. Hosted by the Palmetto Riflemen, this reenactor-only event will recreate the daily routine and minutiae of the life of a Federal Soldier in Winter Quarters, including Roll Calls, Fatigue details, Picket duty, etc., providing the participants not only with a unique experience, but also giving them a chance to improve their living history presentations with first-hand experiences.
All participants will be portraying Federal Infantrymen in February 1862, and are expected to dress, act and deport themselves accordingly. By registering all participants acknowledge that they understand this and that they will abide by the uniform and event guidelines, as well as perform all necessary historic duties and details required of them.
If you have any questions or comments regarding the event contact the Event Coordinator for more information.
EVENT INFORMATION
LOCATION - The event is taking place on 100-acres of Private Property near Hartsville, South Carolina, after registering the exact address will be emailed to the participant. Be aware that the distance from the parking area & entry is 3/20 of a mile from the Quarters, no vehicles are able to access this site, so everything will be either carried by the participant or a period conveyance.
REGISTRATION - There will be NO Walk-Ons permitted and all participants must be pre-registered. You can register at the following link, please fill out a registration for each person attending.
WINTER QUARTERS '62 REGISTRATION
SCHEDULE - Upon arrival and check-in at Registration, once you have passed the gate you will be in February 1862 and expected to act accordingly. The event "goes live" on Friday morning at 11 AM and will remain so until 10 AM on Sunday; participants desiring to do so may arrive on Thursday to do additional work on their Quarters or assist others. Times of all necessary roll calls, details, etc., will be made and announced through proper channels prior to the event.
CAMPING & QUARTERS - Prior to the event there will be several work weekends where we will be constructing a period Winter Quarter encampment - based on original accounts, descriptions and images. If you are interested in constructing a period cabin, information on the weekends will be sent out following your registration. A limited number of additional quarters will be built for those unable to attend the work weekends. An additional street will be set aside for those attending with Wedge Tents (A-Frames).
COMPANY MESS (FOOD) - There will be a dedicated Commissary Department for the event, under charge of the Company Cook, that will be providing meals for Friday evening, Saturday breakfast, dinner & supper, and Sunday breakfast. All registration fees and donations will cover the cost of the Commissary for the weekend.
IMPRESSION GUIDELINE
The following is the basic guideline for the participants of Winter Quarters '62. All participants will be portraying a Federal Infantry Unit in Winter Quarters in February 1862 and should dress and outfit themselves accordingly. Modern items such as wristwatches, non-period glasses, etc. are not acceptable. Should you have any questions about an item contact the Event Coordinator at Johnnyreb6@aol.com.
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COAT
- Preferred - M.1858 Infantry Frock Coat
- Acceptable - Four Button Sack Coat
SHIRT
- Preferred - Federal Issue Shirt
- Acceptable - Civilian Pattern Shirt
TROUSERS
- Preferred - Federal Sky Blue Trousers
HEADGEAR
- Preferred - Federal Issue Forage Cap
- Acceptable - Federal Issue Kepi
- Limited - Civilian Slouch Hats
FOOTWEAR
- Preferred - Federal Issue Brogans
- Limited - Private Purchase Infantry Boots
GREATCOAT
- Preferred - Sky Blue Greatcoat
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ACCOUTREMENTS
- Federal Waist Belt
- U.S. Issue Belt & Box Plates
- Federal Issue Cartridge Box with sling
- Federal Issue Cap Box
- Springfield Pattern Scabbard
HAVERSACK
- Federal Issue Tarred Haversack
CANTEEN
- New York or Philadelphia Depot Canteen
KNAPSACK
- Preferred - Federal Issue Knapsack
- Acceptable - Blanket Roll
WEAPONS
- 1855 to 1861 U.S. Springfield Rifled Musket
- 1853 Enfield Rifled Musket
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If you have any questions or comments regarding the event contact the Event Coordinator for more information.
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