Miz Rebecky's Adventures

2026 Reenacting Schedule

2026-03-30T14:11:00.000-04:00

This season's plan includes both French & Indian War (F&I) events and Revolutionary War (Rev) events. June 6-7, F&I The Fort at Number 4, Charlestown, NH 27th InniskillingJune 20-21, F&I&

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2020-11-24T11:18:00.003-05:00

2019 Summer Adventures

2019-06-02T12:48:00.001-04:00

The current schedule for reenacting 2019: June 15-16 2019 - Fort McClary in Kittery, Maine July 20-21 2019 - Fort Ticonderoga, NY July 27-28 2019 - The Battle of Fort Anne, NY August 3-4 2019 - Calvin Coolidge Homestead, Plymouth, VT August 10-11 2019 - Crown Point, NY - Where the recreated 27th Inniskilling will celebrate their 20th anniversary August 17-18 2019 - Rabble

Star Wars Day

2019-05-04T09:00:00.000-04:00

International Scurvy Day

2019-05-02T17:00:00.000-04:00

The second of May is International Scurvy Awareness Day ~ Do you have scurvy? Scurvy is defined as - a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums and the opening of previously healed wounds, which particularly affected poorly nourished sailors until the end of the 18th century. Who knew in today's world that Scurvy is still a problem?

2016 Schedule of Events

2016-09-12T18:03:00.000-04:00

Every year there are events I plan to go to, but "Life is what happens when you're making other plans" so there may be additions or deletions to my current schedule. May 7-8 Fort at Number 4 - Outlanders and Highlanders - 1745 A core group of the 27th Inniskilling attended this event. The weather was cool, but the battle Saturday was very fun. The tourists got up close and personal

Presenting in Watebury VT

2016-01-25T17:35:00.000-05:00

On Tuesday, January 26 2016, at 7 PM - The Waterbury VT Genealogy Quest Group will be having a presentation on Ancestry.com. Learn some new tips and tricks on how to use Ancestry’s records to search for your family’s information. Attendance is free for the public, and will be at the new Library facility (behind the old Library) on Main street in Waterbury. Presented by Rebecca Cornell, Family

2015 Holiday Gathering

2015-12-04T13:53:00.002-05:00

The holidays are upon us, and the 27th Inniskilling will be gathering to celebrate. We'll be meeting at the clubhouse for our potluck December 12th in the afternoon. Details available from the Captain or the Sargent. Sent them an email if you haven't received one. Hope to see the whole regiment there!

Summer of 2015 Events

2015-03-23T17:04:00.000-04:00

A list of the events happening for the 2015 reenacting season. 27th Inniskilling Light and Grenadier Companies, French and Indian War May 16-17th, Quebec City, Canada A small French and Indian War event June 6-8th, The Fort at #4, Charlestown, NH French and Indian War First event of the season for many of the reenactors, this should be well attended. The Fort

2014 Schedule of Events

2014-04-17T21:58:00.000-04:00

My summer schedule isn't completely set yet - so this list may change. Some weekends we have multiple events available, however which event I will be at is undecided. 2014 Events May 16/17 Timeline event, Quebec, Canada Fort William Henry, Garrison the fort June 7-8 The Fort at Number 4, Charlestown, NH French and Indian War with the 27th Inniskilling June 14-15 Bolton

You Might be a Reenactor if...

2013-04-24T23:30:00.000-04:00

I've been a 18th century reenactor for some time now, i believe its 13 years now. Its not something I ever thought i would get involved with, but I'm glad I am. Reenactors are a special breed of folks. They come from all walks of life, and everyone has their own reasons for being involved in the hobby. How can you tell if someone is a reenactor? there are lots of signs thats for sure. Below I've

Do you sleep in the tents?

2011-12-18T11:43:00.000-05:00

"Do you sleep in the tents?" This is one of those questions reenactors are asked quite often. This answer differs based on who answers, but I figure folks just want to know more about how reenacting works. Here are some of our answers. Am I sleeping in a tent tonight? Yes I am. I spent a fair bit of money to buy a period appropriate tent. I hauled it here in a

Questions reenactors often hear...

2011-11-03T23:30:00.000-04:00

Events for the 2011 season are pretty much over now. Until events start back up I thought I'd share a bit of the the events as a reenactor might experience them. For instance, there are certain questions we hear at almost every event. I often wonder if it’s the questions that folks want answered or if its just an easy way for them to start a conversation. I know if

Revolutionary War at Fort #4

2011-10-03T20:29:00.002-04:00

This past weekend, I joined the 29th Regiment of Foot and Von Rediesel's German regiment at the Fort at number 4. Kayla joined us all dressed up for the first time, and we had several folks that daytripped for the event. Dispite the rain, both battles were held and an excellent time was had by all. We made Drunken chicken for the first time this weekend. First there was major

Battle of Plattsburgh

2011-08-26T15:56:00.000-04:00

Plattsburgh, NY - Battle of 1812 Commemoration is happening September 10th & 11th, 2011. Being a War of 1812 event its a later time period than most of our events. The Dark & Stormy crew turn out in full force to participate in the two battles and the Bateau race which is a highlight of the season. The first year we were in the race, The Dark & Stormy crew had never really all

August 20-21 2011 in Vergennes

2011-08-16T11:34:00.000-04:00

Coming up next- the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum's Colonial Trades and Crafts Weekend. I'll be doing my Sailor impression this weekend there. The Dark & Stormy needs a bit of repair as she hit a rock coming in at Ogdensburg, so our boat willl not be in Vergennes. However there will be other boats, as well as many different 18th century talents being shown, so there's plenty to see

Crown Point Aug 13-14 2011

2011-08-14T21:18:00.001-04:00

This was a big event for the 27th Inniskilling at Crown Point. Well worth traveling to, we had one of our “all up” events where all Inniskilling members try to go for the weekend. We ended up with about 38 folks all told. This is the one place we go that has two forts to explore along with the usual hustle and bustle of an 18th century encampment. A dry Sunny day on Saturday,

Fort de la Presentation in Ogdensburg, NY

2011-07-26T17:08:00.005-04:00

July 23-24 2011, we made the trip up to Ogdensburg again. This year is different. Usually the 27th Inniskilling goes as land troops, but this year they were supporting Springfield, VT's celebration. So the Dark and Stormy crew brought the boat instead and we had a blast. It was a beautiful weekend, plenty of time on the water for all of us. We participated in our first

For Memorial Day

2011-05-28T19:05:00.006-04:00

Below is a roll of honor for my direct ancestors that served in wartime. Many thanks for your service to our country. Korean War and World War 2: Robert H Dykeman, Navy World War 2: Warren Cornell World War 1: Lester A Cornell Civil War: John Whaley, Charles S Beatty, Orrin Harrison, and William Hooker War of 1812: Noah Denton, Isaac Dykeman, and Junia W Dykeman

Culloden May 21-22 2011

2011-05-24T17:30:00.012-04:00

First event of the season, we were off to celebrate Culloden. The 27th Inniskilling played government troops at this event and we were badly outnumbered by the Scots. We were in the upper field at Fort Plain, NY above the museum. Along one side of the field were dozens of scot groups, most who took a first-person approach to the events over the weekend, which is different from our

Captain said "Bring out your Tar!" and we did.

2011-04-15T23:44:00.002-04:00

Not only tar, but also varnish, paint, caulking, mother’s polish, hot water and elbow grease… all necessary ingredients in getting the Dark & Stormy ready for another season on the water. Most of the boat crew spent a Saturday at the captain’s home with all the above and more to do just that, ready the boat for the 2011 season. Jen Parillo took some pictures to share of the day.

The remainder of the reenacting season

2010-07-29T19:47:00.002-04:00

July 30-Aug 1 Galway Lake, NYThe crew of the Dark & Stormy along with other naval units will be setting up on a private beach and sailing on the lake.Aug 14-15 Crown Point, NY27th Inniskilling.http://nysparks.state.ny.us/historic-sites/34/details.aspxAug 21-22 Rabble in Arms at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT.The crew of the Dark & Stormyhttp://www.lcmm.org/museum_info/

250th Anniversary Event July 16-18 2010

2010-07-13T12:30:00.008-04:00

Fort de la Presentation in Ogdensburg, NYJuly 16, 17 & 18Innskilling 27th Regiment of Foot, Grenadier & Light Companies. This three day weekend will be the last 250th anniversary event for the French & Indian War in the state of NY. Known as “Founder’s Day:” locally it is a featured event in the I Love NY

Hubbardton Battlefield Event this weekend

2010-07-08T00:15:00.000-04:00

July 10 - 11 Hubbardton, VT23rd Royal Welch Fusiliers Light CompanyWe'll be encamped this weekend at Hubbardton, VT on the only battlefield entirely in vermont. Its a State run historic site with a small visitors center featuring an excellent diorama that explains the whole battle action for you. http://www.historicvermont.org/hubbardton/This a small reenactment which makes it nice for visitors.

Fort Ticonderoga event coming up

2010-06-18T12:30:00.001-04:00

Waiting, always waiting.Originally uploaded by MizRebeckyJune 26-27 Fort Ticonderoga, New YorkFrench & Indian War EncampmentI'll be camped with the 27th Inniskilling grenadiers. - Look for the redcoats with the beige pointy hats ...with little Castles on the Hats... thats my group.Fort Ticonderoga has plenty to see, so come early and plan on spending the day. There's the King's Gardens to