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Fall/Winter 2011 Schedule

2011 - 1861 = 150 Years
Civil War Sesquicentennial!

The following events have been selected by the elected youth leaders of Crew 1872 as events for participation.  The events are scheduled, planned and developed by many different groups and far in advance of the event, so details may change as the time and date for events approach.  Links have been provided where possible to provide additional information.  The crew uses a Yahoo group to circulate messages with additional details regarding the events. 

At Civil War Reenactments generally we leave on Friday nights about 7PM, to arrive late in the evening at the event site and  set up camp.  Saturday morning we get up, do some work details, have breakfast, drill, eat lunch and then fight the battle.  After lunch there is time to clean guns and have free time before dinner.  At most reenactments there is a Victorian Dance that is enjoyed by all.  Sunday mornings are much like Saturday with the addition of a brief chapel service.  Following the battles, we clean guns, pack up camp and head for home. The cost to crew members for reenactments is $20.00.  This pays for food, shooting supplies and event fees.

September

Sep 24,  Powder Horn, Camp Tahuaya – Belton, Texas

Powder Horn is currently a Venturing adult leader training program that exposes leaders to a variety of program opportunities. The Longhorn Council and Capitol Area Councils have teamed together for this program for the past several years. Crew 1872 has been demonstrating “Reenacting” here for several years as well. We are always made to feel welcome there and the participants have always loved the program. We need about six to ten people to attend and demonstrate our program skills. http://www.bsacac.org/event/powder_horn_2011

October

Oct 1-2, Battle of Fort Crawford - Hallsville, Texas

This is a fairly new reenactment in Texas and we intend to support this year.  More details to follow. 
http://www.fortcrawford2010.com/links.html

This event canceled due to fire hazards associated with drought conditions.

Oct 21-23, Artillery School, Fort Concho - San Angelo, Texas

Artillery School is hosted by the Loyal Train Chapter of the US Field Artillery Association, the professional society for the U.S. Army’s artillery. The crew has been attending these safety schools since 2000 and we intend to continue to participate in at least one school a year.  
http://www.fortcrawford2010.com/links.html

This event canceled due to fire hazards associated with drought conditions.

Oct 21-23, Civil War Reenactment - Hubbard, Texas

This will be the Crew’s First Civil War Reenactment this fall because so many others have been cancelled due to the drought. With this in mind, we will travel light and plan to cook on charcoal and be very mindful of the potential for fires in camp and on the battle ground. The event should be well attended and a lot of fun!

Plan to meet at Cpt. Glass’s house at 7:00 PM Friday night. We will fight Saturday and an afternoon battle on Sunday. Expect to return about 5:00 PM Sunday. Cost for this event will be $20 per person to cover food and other cost.

November

Nov 4-6, Civil War Reenactment, Fort Richardson - Jacksboro, Texas

This event was held in September last year and much warmer weather. Despite that, everyone in attendance has a great time and with the cancellation of so many fall events, this will no doubt be the largest Civil War Reenactment in Texas. This is a “Max Effort” event for the crew this fall! There will be battles on Saturday and Sunday. A meal will be provided Saturday night along with a Dance. Crew 1872 will hold NCO Elections at this event as well. Plan to attend!

Meet at Cpt. Glass’s house at 7:00 PM Friday night. We will fight Saturday and an afternoon battle on Sunday. Expect to return about 5:00 PM Sunday. Cost for this event will be $20 per person to cover food and other cost.

Nov 12, Crew Alumni Dinner / Wilson’s Creek Reunion

Traditionally this event takes place in the spring, the weekend closest to April 23, the Feast of Saint George. This year’s dinner will feature a slide show of the Crew’s trip to the Wilson’s Creek National Civil War Reenactment, commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Battle. Crew 1872 portrayed the 1st U.S. Cavalry, and looked sharp and performed outstanding! Plan to attend, Saturday at 6:00 PM! Look for more details on the Crew’s yahoo group or by contacting Cpt. Glass.

Nov 13, Massing of the Colors, Veterans’ Day Observance

Members of the Crew will meet at 1:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth Texas to participate in a patriotic vespers service. The service will have representatives of every branch of the U.S. Military, JROTC, and other military and patriotic orders. It features a procession of hundreds of flags. We need about six, crew member present to represent our crew and carry our colors. Every crew member should attend this event at least once!

Nov 18-20, Liendo Plantation - Hempstead, Texas

Crew 1872 has attended this event since 2001. It is normally scheduled for the weekend before Thanksgiving is attended by nearly every reenacting unit in Texas. We have always had a great time at these events! However this year the event has seen two major setbacks. The first was the death of Wil Gibson, the long time event organizer, reenactor and good friend to every unit in Texas. We will miss him. The second was the announcement of the local Fire Marshall, that all such outdoor events and festivals in the county would be cancelled for the rest of the year. So… This event canceled due to fire hazards associated with drought conditions. We look forward to attending Liendo Plantation’s Civil War Reenactment in November of 2012!

December

Dec 25-31, 13th Annual Winter Cavalry Camp, Sid Richardson Scout Ranch - Lake Bridgeport, Texas

Crew 1872 has been hosting and staffing the Longhorn Council’s Cavalry Camp each winter between Christmas and New Year’s Eve since 1999. This is always a highlight in our schedule. We enlist a number of new recruits for the week and outfit, train and drill them. Then later in the week, other reenactors visit the camp for an all day running battle. The week will end with a tour of Fort Richardson and a Mustering Out ceremony at Fort Richardson.

Staff / Crew Members arrive at Sid Richardson on Dec 26th at 9:00 AM. Participants will arrive later that evening. The mustering out ceremony will occur on the 31st at about 10:00AM and we will depart Fort Richardson by noon. The Longhorn Council will have current information on their website soon.

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Spring 2012 Schedule

The following are event the crew anticipates participating in the first half of next year. 
Look to this website for further details.

February 18, Crew Demo/Recruit at Stock Show Parade - Fort Worth, TX

March 9-11, CWR Beaumont Ranch - Grandview, TX

March 24-25, Crew Demo/Recruit at Spring-O - Sid Richardson

April 20-22, CWR Confederate Reunion Grounds - Mexia, TX

May 4-6, Crew Demo/Recruit at Texas State SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) Championship, Ormsby Ranch - Cleburne, TX

May 18-20, Battle of Temple Junction - Temple, TX

May 28, Memorial Day Ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery - Fort Worth, TX

June (3 weeks), Summer Camp Staff Cavalry Camp for Chisholm Trail Adventure - Sid Richardson

The Crew supports events and activities sponsored by the Longhorn Council  in various ways. Many of the members serve on staff and other act as “hostiles” for the program when we are able. We will try to organize a big effort with other reenactors for at least one of the weekends. Following camp we will assist with cleaning guns and equipment.