Anyone is welcome to apply to participate in the First Mad Light Artillery organization. As we are a multiple-time-period unit, we have not petitioned to join any affiliations, such as the Brigade of the American Revolution or the Northwest Territorial Alliance.
- The First Mad River Light Artillery is a Charter Club of the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association (NMLRA), and membership in that organization is encouraged of FMRLA members.
- The First Mad River Light Artillery welcomes both experienced and novice reenactors and living historians. While we do not have extra clothing or small arms to loan, we can assist in the acquisition of clothing and weapons that are appropriate for not only our events, but also for other period activities. Anyone wishing to join us for a weekend to experience how we operate before becoming a member is welcome to contact us for details.
- Those who wish to participate in a direct military role with the infantry must be at least 16 years of age, with an accompanying or approving parent or guardian. Those who wish to participate directly with the artillery must be at least 18 years of age, and certified in the use of muzzle-loading artillery by the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, which can be scheduled after joining the unit if necessary. Field Gun Commanders must also be certified as muzzle-loading artillery instructors by the NMLRA. Those who are not yet old enough to participate under arms, but who wish to operate with the forces, may participate as musicians. Distaff and camp followers are also always welcome to participate with us, and are encouraged to join.
The First Mad River Light Artillery is available for hire to participate in a variety of activities, including parades and sporting events (the firing of the cannon to announce the home team’s touchdowns is quite a crowd-pleaser). There is a fee for firing the cannon. Please feel free to contact us, and we will be glad to discuss scheduling and fees.
Contact the First Mad River Light Artillery (FMRLA):
Email:info@fmrla.org
Or Contact the Clark County Park District: info@clarkcountyparks.org
(937) 882-6000, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Thank you for visiting the First Mad River Light Artillery. We hope you have enjoyed your stay, and please check back often for updates.