- All members of the 1st ME&M must be in good standing.
- All new recruits will be musters into the unit with the rank of Private.
- All members must pay yearly unit dues to stay in good standing.
- All new recruits will be given one year to obtain their full kit. Until then, the 1st ME&M
Ditty Bag can be used to supply the recruit with gear and kit.
- All new recruits should go through the Officers and NCOs before purchasing your proper gear and kit.
Firearms/Bayonets/Knives-
- All members must be 16 years of age or older to carry a weapon.
- All members must have a valid state firearms license to discharge a weapon.
- The use or illegal drugs are strictly prohibited. Any such use will be reported to the local authorities.
- An Officer or NCO must inspect all weapons prior to an event.
- Only 3 band muskets are allowed. The US 1816 Conversion, 1842, 1855, 1861, 1863 & 1864 Springfield Muskets. The 1853 Enfield Musket or any approved 3 band foreign import musket that meets safety qualifications. (In 1861, the 1st ME&M were issued the 1853 Enfield Musket).
- Bayonets are never to be affixed except for drill and for stacking of arms. And absolutely never during a battle.
- Ramrods are not to be drawn on the battlefield unless ordered by an Officer or NCO.
- No firearms are to be discharged in camp unless authorized by an NCO.
- Firearms are by no means allowed to be discharged within 25 yards of the opposing forces. Any discharge of a firearm, within 40 yards, must be elevated.
- All weapons must be handled as if it is loaded at all times. Never point it directly at an individual.
- All weapons are to be capped off both prior to battle and after the battle.
- Make sure your weapon is discharged prior to taking a hit in the field.
- No unauthorized “hand to hand” combat scenarios unless approved by the Officers or NCOs.
- Knives are allowed, but must be sheath and approved by the Offices or NCOs.
- Knives will NEVER be drawn in battle.
Engineering Tools-
- Any engineering tool used at an event, must be approved by the unit Officer first.
- All unit members must carry a set of leather gloves for field engineering work.
- All axes or hatchets must have a leather sheath or cover of some sort to prevent injury.
- All members must have proper training before use of any engineering tool.
- Unit members will be designated by the Officer before an event on what tools to use or carry into the field.
- Any sharp tools carried into the field must have an appropriate sheath or cover unless authorized by the Officers or NCOs.
- Tools will NEVER be used in battle or “hand to hand” combat scenarios.
Camp-
- No modern articles or items are to be visible in camp. Please use a period cover for a modern cooler. Modern items must be covered and out of site.
- Any beverage consumed other then from your canteen, must be consumed from a period correct container/cup/mucket while in camp. No cans or modern bottles are to be seen in camp. Use a tin cup or a period style bottle.
- Food for events is each unit member’s responsibility unless a unit mess is established.
- Period style camp chairs are acceptable.
- All members are required to have a plate, cup and eating utensils for an event.
- Only use period type watches, no wristwatches. Wedding bands are acceptable, but no earrings or other type of facial ornamentation.
- Cigars and pipes are acceptable.
- Please have your cell phones off or on vibrate activation while in camp or the field.
Events-
- All members are to report any injuries to an NCO or Officer in charge.
- Let an NCO or Officer in charge know of any physical conditions or limitations.
- The unit will always have a first aid kit on hand for an event. Fake wounds or scripted battlefield casualties can be used at events for hospital scenarios.
- All canteens will be filled at all times. Do not enter a battle with an empty or half filled canteen.
- All members should always keep an eye on your fellow unit members during and event in case of a medical emergency.
- All rules of conduct are subject to change.