Membership in the 2nd Albany is open to persons of all ages (those under the age of 18 whose parent(s) or guardian(s) are not members must be sponsored by an adult member of the unit). We welcome anyone who is interested in recreating the history of America during the 1770's and 1780's. We are a family oriented unit that does not discriminate against people based on their sex, race, religion or creed. Anyone between the ages of 16 and 18 must obtain the written permission of a parent or guardian if they wish to field with a musket. Those under the age of 16 are barred from fielding with a musket, though anyone under the age of 18 is welcome to join and portray a civilian impression. The members of our unit portray militia men, campfollowers and towns folk. The impression you choose is up to you.

The 2nd Albany (and our French and Indian War alter-ego unit Schuyler's Company) are set up as a not-for-profit corporation under New York State law. Please read our organization's incorporation papers and bylaws for details.

Those thinking of joining our family are encouraged to meet us at an event and get to know us. If you are thinking of joining, you may attend up to three events before you make a final decision. Yearly dues are $15 per individual or $25 for a family ($5 for students who are no longer covered under a family membership) and are due by April 1st. The yearly dues members pay helps the unit defray the costs of insurance, postage and unit equipment. Members are also required to be members of our main Umbrella organization, the BVMA. A membership in the BVMA is $10 per year for an adult over the age of 16. Dues are payable through the 2nd Albany when you pay your membership dues.

For those just starting out, we can help with your impression by loaning you clothing and accoutrements until you can obtain them yourself. Please visit our clothing and accoutrement page or consult with members of the unit before purchasing anything. Not all items sold by sutlers are appropriate for our townsperson/militia/campfollower impression, and some are just not correct for our era. We would hate to see you spend your hard earned dollars on purchasing or making incorrect items. We have been there and wasted our money and would like to spare you the expense and frustration.

Please read over the information on this site. If you are interested in or thinking of joining us, please contact John Osinski or stop by any event on our events list and talk to us in person. We enjoy meeting new people who share our interests and hope that you will consider joining our family.