New Gallery: The Battle of Pea Ridge (First Day, March 7th, 1862)

Just in time for the 150^th anniversary here are the photos from the Battle of Pea Ridge game that the Salt City Wargamers played back in January. We will be holding another game day in April or May.

Game Gallery: The Battle of Pea Ridge (Elkhorn Tavern, First Day)

Enjoy the photos

-Bryan

New Gallery Added: The Battle of the Hornet’s Nest (Shiloh 1862)

I have just finished uploading the photos from the game that we played at this year’s Secrete Santa Sale at Walt’s hobbies. This game was bases on the legendary action that occurred at the Hornet’s Nest during the battle of Shiloh. The gallery can be seen here: The Hornet’s Nest

January Game Day At Walt’s Hobbies

On Sunday, January 22^nd, 2012, the Salt City Wargamers will host another miniature war game day at Walt’s Hobby shop. This event will start at 11:00am and will conclude at 5:00pm. I will continue my 150^th commemoration of the American Civil War by running a game based on the 1862 Battle of Pea Ridge. The local Flames of War gamers will also be running some games. So if you’re in the area please feel free to join us. Walt’s Hobby shop has plenty of room so additional games are very welcome. For more information or if you’re interested in running a game, please contact me at: General_btsherman1864@yahoo.com Directions to Walt’s can be found here: Link

The Battle of Pea Ridge by Andy Thomas

Battle of Bull Run Game Gallery Added

I have finally uploaded my photos from our recent Battle of Bull Run game. The Gallery can be seen here: Bull Run Gallery

Enjoy

-Bryan

Gamming Event: Walt’s 36th Annual Secret Santa Sale and Open House.

November is here and it’s time again for the Annual Secret Santa Sale and Open House at Walt’s Hobby Shop. This is a can’t miss event if you live in Central New York.

This year the Salt City Wargamers will commemorate the forthcoming 150^th anniversary of The Battle of Shiloh by refighting The Hornets’ Nest. The sale is on Saturday, November 19th and runs from 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Gaming Event; Bull Run-1861

On Sunday, September 11th The Salt City Wargamers will refight the Battle of Bull Run using the fast play rules, Rally Round the Flag by Scott Monsour. This game will be held at Walt’s Hobby Shop starting at 11:00am. I have two open slots for this game so if you’re interested in joining us please contact me at General_btsherman1864@yahoo.com. The Rally Round the Flag rule set is ideal for people new to the hobby so there is no need to know the rules prior to the game. The Salt City Wargamers offer a laid back gamming atmosphere and our main goal is to have fun. Spectators are also welcome, so feel free to come down and check the game out (the best time for viewing the game will be after 1:00pm). More details will be posted here as needed.

Game Details:

Figure Scale: 10mm (One base of 8 figures will equal 120 men)
Rules: A modified version of Rally Round the Flag by Scott Monsour
Scenario: The scenario will focus on the battle for Henry House Hill
Unit scale: The base unit will be a regiment.
Ground Scale: 1” = 40yrds
Table Size: 5’ x 6’

If you’re interested in seeing some photos of the miniatures that will be used in the game please check my personal site here: http://btsherman.6sided.net/

Calling all want to be Civil War Generals

Over the next four years the Salt City Wargamers will be commemorating the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War by refighting many of the famous battles. I plan to begin this commemoration next month by refight the Battle of Bull Run. This game will focus on the pivotal fight for Henry House Hill. This game will be run at Walt’s hobby shop in Syracuse. Please feel free to contact me at General_btsherman1864@yahoo.com if your interested in joining us. I will be posting more details here in the coming weeks. In addition, I have been posting regular updates on my personal Blog tracking my progress of painting the armies. See here: link