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A Spectator's Guide to our Battle Events 

Even if you've been to our battle events before there are some things you might want to consider.
  1. PLEASE NO  PETS!  Leave the dogs at home, they will be disturbed by the noise and the action!

  2. Turn off your car alarm!  The concussion of the cannons will set the alarms off and having to listen to dozens of alarms destroys the battle impression.

  3. Please walk through the camp areas.  Re-enactors love to show you their gear, talk about the soldier's  life and answer your questions. Skits and impressions will be going on all day and you just won't see them at the battles.  Check out the hospital, civilian town and other demonstration areas too!

  4. Dress comfortably for the weather and plan to stay the day.

  5. Have on hand an umbrella in case it rains, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, binoculars to view the distant battlefield action, bottled water, allergy medicine and perhaps an old blanket to save your space at the battle viewing area.

  6. You may also wish to bring an aluminum folding chair to make your battle viewing more comfortable.  Bleachers are usually provided but may filled up.

  7. Bring your still or video camera and expect to take lots of pictures! Don't forget to bring extra batteries.

  8. If you find yourself sitting near a cannon, make sure you open your mouth when it fires.  This will help equalize the pressure between your inner and outer ear from the concussion.

  9. If you are interested in becoming a re-enactor, please let us know! We are always interested in bringing in new members.

 

 

Want more information? Contact Captain Mike Yoakum
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