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Rebuilding the Past - For the Future

Last Update

January 24, 2011

Colonial Encampment

A Pre-1800 encampment for French & Indian War, Colonials, Long Hunters and Military/Militia.  This event was first held October 2009.  

Photo Courtesy Stuart  Wier

For the 2011 event there will be some new activities for participants.  A timed skills competition will be held for those interested which showcases the skills used by the early colonists and natives.  The entry fee for this event is a blanket prize valued at about $10.  For more information about the Skills Competition.  Also in 2011 a temporary, wood-fired, brick bread oven will be constructed.  

As in previous years, apple press will be again be available for concocting apple cider.