Red Bluff Civil War Days
April 25-27, 2008
Join the members of the RACW as we present the sights, sounds and sensations of America's greatest conflict brought to life! Red Bluff Civil War Days is location for the RACW, and the community of Red Bluff is going all out to build interest in the event--attendance should be outstanding (as well as provide recruiting opportunities).
The event sponsors are furnishing ample hay, water and wood for reenactors. Food vendors and sutlers will be on site all weekend. For more information, visit the event website or contact Event Coordinators Rick Barram or Mark Richardson.
Red Bluff, "The Victorian City on the River", is located in the heart of northern California and the event site at Dog Island Park is conveniently situated on Main Street, in the middle of downtown. The park is located on the banks of the Sacramento and features lush green fields and ample shady oaks. The park is known as an excellent place to view numerous bird species populating the valley. Glass containers are prohibited in the park-please decant your libations into less breakable vessels.
Springtime in the valley offers warm days, balmy nights and lush orchards in bloom. Contact the Red Bluff Chamber of Commerce for details regarding lodging and dining in the area, learn about Museums & Attractions in Red Bluff to provide fun distractions for off-hours.
A hearty "HUZZAH" to event supporters: Central Tehama Kiwanis Club, Red Bluff Visitors and Convention Bureau, City of Red Bluff, California Army National Guard, Red Bluff Ford, Bessert's Fine Designs, Les Schwab Tire Service, Salisbury High School, Sir Speedy, Dr. Paul Moon DDS, Contract Support Services, Mercy Catholic High School, Troop 417 Boy Scouts of America, Bob Stathem, QSP/Reader's Digest, Kevin and Linda Borror, Jeri Symons Esq., Karen Panich-Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Tri-Counties Bank, Pacific Gas and Electric, Downtown Red Bluff Business Association, Morgan Stanley-Don Jones. The RACW thanks you for supporting Living History in your community.
This premier event will feature School Day presentations on Friday, Two groups of local 8th grade students will tour the camps, the first session from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and the second group will tour from Noon to 2:00 pm. If you have participated in a school day, you know that these are worthwhile and rewarding events. If you have never been to one before, this is your chance to show students a glimpse of the Civil War not seen in history books. Make a maximum effort to attend this worthwhile educational occasion.
School Day participants may set up camps any time on Thursday, --a great chance to get the good spots! Please have all camps de-farbed and all vehicles out of camp by 8:00 AM. If you arrive after that time, join in the presentations and set up afterwards. Please, no vehicles or farb in presentations areas until after students leave. Set up of camps may commence after 3:00 PM.
Directions
School Days
Thursday
01:00PM - Camp set up for School Day participants
Friday
08:00AM - De-farb and all vehicles out of camps
09:00AM - First group of students arrive
11:00AM - First group of students depart
12:00PM - Second group of students arrive
02:00PM - Students depart, camp set up begins
Saturday
09:00AM - Camps open to the public
12:00PM - Battle
03:00PM - Battle
05:00PM - Camps closed to the public
07:00PM - Street Dance in the Dog Island Parking lot
Sunday
09:00AM - Camps open to the public
11:00AM - Battle
02:00PM - Battle
05:00PM - Camps closed to the public, strike camp
There is no parking at the site and there is a free shuttle going from Red Bluff Ford (located about 3/4 miles north of the park) to the event all weekend.
Public attending the event may park at Red Bluff Ford, about ¾
mile north of event site on Main Street. Free shuttle bus service is
provided from Red Bluff Ford to the event.