The Central Virginia Region is one of 13 regions that comprise the North-South Skirmish Association and dedicated to preserving the history of the American War Between the States by shooting original and reproduction firearms and artillery of the period while in period uniforms and gear. Matches, or Skirmishes in our case, are competitive live firing of muskets, carbines, revolvers, breechloading rifles, and artillery. The N-SSA as a whole is around 2,700 members from across the country. The Central Virginia Region is predominately based in Virginia and surrounding states. We have 18 teams, or Units, in our region and approximately 300 members on those teams.

Most of our skirmishes are held at the N-SSA home range of Ft. Shenandoah. The Fort is approximately 700 acres located just north of Winchester, Virginia. Our region also attends many skirmishes at the Tidewater Regional range in Capron, Virginia. 

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Each and every team in this region has the typical "down-home" gracious southern attitude (even the northern units) and would be more than willing to lend their knowledge, experience and some wisdom to any potential new recruit. If you have any interest in our unique sport, or just questions regarding black powder shooting sport in general, please don't hesitate to contact any one listed on our contacts page.

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Don't forget to visit the North-South Skirmish Association's home page, for more information on other regions, and our national skirmish schedule.