The two main groups I play with, Goldbeach and the 10th Essex make a point of talking to the public. The idea of true Living History is to involve and educate. I've met some great people (and some right dumb ones) over the years, heard many tales, funny and heartbreacking from Vetrans and learnt a lot. It is also a winter hobby as you have to know your facts, though NEVER be afraid to admit you don't know! (Degsey, stop sniggering at the back) However the day it stops being fun, even if in the pouring rain it dosen't seem like it at the time, put me to bed with a shovel six feet under.
Some shows, like Bunker Bash are so far mostly MV and other Nut.. er enthusiasits, I enjoy these as I don't have to act for the public. One thing , as most people will tell you who know is I love an excuse to work the Dodge. Anything from DV transport to rubbish carting via deliving washing machines. If you got it FLAUNT IT!:yay: