American Civil War Society, Inc.  

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WELCOME TO THE

 RANCHO GUAJOME ADOBE

  AND 6th ANNUAL CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT

JULY 26-27, 2003

The American Civil War Society is pleased to announce the 6^th Annual Civil War Reenactment and Living History Weekend to support the annual fundraising efforts of the Rancho Guajome Adobe in Vista, CA. taking place July 26-27, 2003.

This year the battlefield has been expanded, and parking improved.   We are offering some new and exciting programs for the spectators as well as the favorites of past events.

Amenities

The adobe will be providing washroom facilities, straw, firewood, dumpsters and fresh water.  In addition, there will be a water truck twice daily to hose down the dust.  The adobe will be providing reenactors a BBQ on Saturday evening prior to the cotillion.  Lunch will be available at a nominal charge both Saturday and Sunday, however, we do encourage you to cook in camp, as the spectators enjoy it.  Above ground fires are permitted.  No alcoholic beverages are to be consumed during the hours that the event is open to the public.

Check in

Check-in information to be posted when available.

Directions to the Adobe:

From Hwy. 5

Exit Hwy. 76 (NOT 78) which is also called MISSION AVENUE.  Go East approx. 7 miles.  Turn right onto North Santa Fe Drive.  Follow North Santa Fe Drive past Melrose Avenue.  The adobe is on the right behind the black iron gates.

From Hwy. 15

Exit Gopher Canyon Road.  Take Gopher Canyon Road, go West until you get to East Vista Way.  Left onto East Vista Way, approx. 2 miles to Osborne Street.  Turn right onto Osborne and follow until it ends at North Santa Fe.  Turn right.  The adobe is on left just around the corner.

Reenactor and RV Parking

This year, all parking will be at the adobe.  Enter through the front iron gates, and travel down the road.  Reenactor parking will clearly marked.  At the adobe, turn left, and then right.  Reenactor parking is directly behind the Sutler area.  For those of you with RV’s, please contact me to reserve a space.

Event Schedule/Site Map

All reenactors registering will be provided a schedule of events, and site map along with a full explanation of the battle scenarios.

Miscellaneous

The adobe will also have the house and grounds open for self guided tours and will be providing entertainment for youngsters.  Period artisans will display their crafts and the blacksmith shop will be operational.

Last year's event was a tremendous success, and we know that with your continued participation, we can make it better than ever! 

This event is sponsored by the San Diego County Parks and Recreation Department and is coordinated again this year by Diana Andrews on behalf of the American Civil War Society

For further information or pre-registration, please contact Diana Andrews at [email protected] or call her at 760-580-1596.

REENACTOR DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
(Tentative Only)

Saturday, July 26

  7:00 a.m.           Registration Booth re-opens

  9:00 a.m.         Camps closed to vehicular traffic

  9:30 a.m.           Camps ready for public view – all non-period items stowed

10:00 a.m.           Camps Open to Public

10:00 a.m.          Troopers in Camp/Commanders Meeting/Drill/Weapons  Inspection

10:30 a.m.           Boots and Saddles/Camp of Instruction/Infantry Drill Demo

11:00 a.m.           First battle

11:45 a.m.           Artillery/Signal Flag Demonstration (Union)

12:30 p.m.           Patriotic Concert on West Veranda (ACWS Band)

1:00 p.m.             Civil War Dance Demonstration (Victorian Garden area) (Soldiers and civilians required)

  1:30 p.m.           Troopers in Camp

  1:45 p.m.           Commanders Meeting/Drill/Weapons Inspection

  2:00 p.m.            Boots and Saddles

  2:15 p.m.           The Generals Address the Troops

  2:30 p.m.           Second battle

  3:00 p.m.           Artillery/Signal Flag Demonstration (Confederate)

  3:00 p.m.           Ladies Tea (Victorian Garden area)

  5:00 p.m.           Event closes to the public

  6:00 p.m.           Reenactor BBQ (don’t forget your dinner ticket)

  7:30 p.m.           Cotillion – Carriage Courtyard

10:00 p.m.           Picket watches commence

11:00 p.m.           All Quiet

SUPPORT CIVIL WAR SITE PRESERVATION!

           BUY YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS AT THE PRESERVATION BOOTH!

Sunday, July 27

  7:00 a.m.           Tactical

  9:00 a.m.         Camps closed to vehicular traffic

   9:00 a.m.            Late Registration – Hospitality Tent Back Lawn

  9:00 a.m.           Church service

  9:30 a.m.           Camps ready for public view – all non-period items stowed              

10:00 a.m.           Camps Open to Public

10:00 a.m.          Commanders Meeting/Drill/Weapons Inspection

10:30 a.m.           Boots and Saddles/Camp of Instruction/Infantry Demo

10:45 a.m.           The Generals Address the Troops

11:00 a.m.           First Battle

11:45 a.m.           Artillery/Signal Flag Demonstration (Union)

12:30 p.m.           Patriotic Concert on West Veranda (ACWS Band)

  1:00 p.m.           Period Fashion Show (soldiers and civilians required)

   1:30 p.m.          Troopers in Camp

  1:45 p.m.           Commanders Meeting/Drill/Weapons Inspection

   2:00 p.m.          Boots and Saddles

  2:15 p.m.           Generals Address the Troops

  2:30 p.m.           Second Battle

  3:15 p.m.           Artillery/Signal Flag Demonstration (Confederate)

  3:45 p.m.           Raffle Drawing at Preservation Booth

  4:30 p.m.           Event closes to public

THANK YOU ALL FOR SUPPORTING THIS EVENT WITH YOUR PARTICIPATION.  WE COULD NOT DO IT WITHOUT YOU!

Hope to see you there!!

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