I became involved in Civil War reenacting in 1994, and my wife and kids soon also found an interest and participate. Aside from being a history buff, I was interested in the hobby primarily as a way to enhance my relic hunting success. Little did I know how much my whole family and I would come to love it! For us, reenacting has many special meanings. It is a way to learn about and honor our ancestors, it is an escape from the stress and maelstrom of modern life, it is a great way to meet and make some really great friends, and most of all…..It is just plain FUN!!!