Groups and events in Ohio, or nearby?

[Spetsnaz]

Hello!

I've been thinking about getting into Reenacting for a long time. My original interest was in World War 2 Reenacting, I'm a big World War 2 Buff, but the sheer cost both short term and long term of WW2 Reenacting is keeping me away for now.

I'm also a big Roman military buff, and the fact that you do not have to worry about buying blanks all the time with Roman reenacting :lol: is making this hobby an attractive one in more ways than one. It just seems better as a long term reenacting.

Plus, who can beat glorious Roman armor?

Though, straight to the point.

I've found maybe one or two groups that are in Ohio, I emailed one that is based Ohio, but the last time his site was updated was 2005...I emailed him sometime last year and I never got a response.

I also saw one that was really quite local- Canton, but their website no longer exists.

If someone could help me out and point me in the direction of a group, that would be fantastic. I'm also curious about any events in the area. I am aware of the Reenacting Days coming up in Gettysburg, but I just found out about that so it's short notice, so sadly I will not be able to attend this year.

So, right now, I'm starting from the ground up. I'm thinking finding a group and getting in contact with them will be the foundation in which to grow my Roman soldier impression from.

Thank you all in advance!

[Robert Vermaat]

Hi 'spetznatz',

Welcome to the forum. I moved your post to the proper section. Also, I'd like to ask you to eneter your real name into your signature. That's a forum rule.

[Neuraleanus]

Muster on the Maumee

June 14 - 15, 2008

[url7m4qi3e]http://www.fortmeigs.org/events2008.htm[/url]

Have you contacted Legio XXII in Cincinnati? Last I heard they became Celts, but they may still be doing roman.

I'm in Fort Wayne, IN:

[url7m4qi3e]http://www.geocities.com/legio_tricesima_cohors_tres/index.html[/url]

But I would be happy to chat with you on things roman.

[Spetsnaz]

Thank you both for the quick and informative replies!

I do not have to put my FULL name, do I? I'm not too fond of putting my full name on a website, it's nothing against you guys at all, I'm just weary of doing so.

[Praefectusclassis]

Hi Spetsnaz,
No, your first name is a must, your last name is voluntary.

[Spetsnaz]

Alright, all done. Thank you all once again! I'll take a look at the links provided.

Also, if anyone has anything else to add, please fire them my way in either this thread or PM. I hope I can find a group.

If not, I can always try to convince my friends here locally that are history buffs to give it a shot and create our own if all else fails, but I'm not sure if the price tag of the hobby fits them well. Haha. :lol:

[Praefectusclassis]

IIRC there were several new members from OH recently, all looking for groups. Have you tried the search function?

[Spetsnaz]

That totally skipped my mind for some reason....

And to think, some forums I moderate I have told people the same thing, haha. :lol:

I guess it slipped since I've been off and on busy and such this weekend. I'll give it a shot and see what I can find.

[Magnus]

From Matt Amt's site:

Legio XIV Gemina Martia Victrix, Cohors II
Greg Guy
P.O. Box 432
Georgetown, OH 45121-0432
xiv_ii AT yahoo DOT com

Legio XXII Primigenia
Craig Nordquist
9525 Beech Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45231
513-522-1131
deks AT fuse DOT net
http://www.reenactor.net/units/legioxxii/default.htm

They may be worth a try. Good luck!

[Spetsnaz]

Ack, that is pretty much on the opposite side of the state for me. But in this hobby, a group is a group no matter where. :o

Thanks! I'll try to get in contact with them soon.

[Wes]

We are attempting a group in and around St. Louis, MO.....not exactly close, but give me a shout and we can help you out with what ever you might need.

Wes

[Chuck Russell]

which side of ohio are you on again? east or west?