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2019 Cass River Colonial Encampment

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Experience the Cass River Colonial Encampment on July 20-21, 2019 at Frankenmuth River Place Shops in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The Cass River Colonial Encampment is an 18th Century encampment of historical reenactors representing British, French and American troops and militia of both the French & Indian War and Revolutionary War eras.

Along the banks of the Cass River and on the grounds of the River Place Shops in Frankenmuth, hundreds will gather to reenact American’s war for independence at the Cass River Colonial Encampment. Each day about 11:00 a.m. there will be a mock battle between the redcoats and their Native American allies against the American colonials and their French allies.

Cass River Colonial Encampment

There is a quarter mile of beautiful Cass River frontage and sloping banks around the historic wooden covered bridge area which makes for perfect campsites for the Cass River Colonial Encampment. Against this ideal backdrop, families can witness our national heritage up close and personal by stepping back in time to view four staged battles taking place Saturday and Sunday. This is a great learning opportunity for youngsters of all ages.

In addition to witnessing the key tactical battles and the exploits of early American explorers, guests can experience 18th century colonial America, including military camps, troop inspections, flag ceremonies, period concerts, games, fashion shows and many other events. Visitors can also shop for souvenirs being sold by historical vendors at more than 30 tent and camp sites.

Kilt-wearing Scots will charge colonial soldiers during Cass River Colonial Encampment. The grounds are perfect, the reenactors are really into the roles they play – and are good at answering questions and explaining things to youngsters of all ages. The Cass River Colonial Encampment and it’s reenactors make history truly come to life.

Visit and tour military camps and shop at historical vendors:
Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location
Frankenmuth River Place Shops
925 South Main Street
Frankenmuth, MI 48734

For More Information
Frankenmuth River Place Shops
Phone: 800-600-0105; Email: jhaynes@bavarianinn.com

To be a participant in this event, please contact:
Renactors: Brent Kemmer kemmerc@hotmail.com
Voyagers: Merlyn Hodge lafalcon@tds.net

Cass River Colonial Encampment Mini Gallery

Cass River Colonial Encampment Schedule (subject to change)
Saturday
9:00am – Camps Open/Drill and Inspection (In Camps)
10:00am – Flag Ceremony (Formation & March from Bridge to Platz)
10:30am – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
11:00am – Tactical Battle (Battle Hill Area)
11:30am – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
1:00pm – Drill / Musket Firing (Battle Hill Area)
1:00pm – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
1:30pm – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
2:00pm – Revolutionary War Fashion Show (Festival Platz Stage)
2:30pm – Knife and Hawk Throw Competition (Festival Platz)
3:00pm – Tactical Battle (Battle Hill Area)
4:00pm – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
4:00pm – Observe A Colonial Tea Party (Festival Platz)
4:30pm – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
5:30pm – Flag Ceremony (Festival Platz)
6:00pm – Camps Closed For The Day

Sunday
9:00am – Camps Open
9:30am – Drill and Inspection (In Camps)
10:15am – Flag Ceremony (Formation & March-Bridge to Festival Platz)
10:30am – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
11:15am – Tactical Battle*-Revolutionary War (Battle on Covered Bridge)
11:30am – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
12:30pm – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
1:00pm – Drill & Musket Firing-Revolutionary War (Battle Hill Area)
1:30pm – Drum & Fife Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
2:00pm – French & Indian War Fashion Show (Festival Platz Stage)
2:30pm – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
3:00pm – Tactical Battle, French & Indian War (Battle Hill Area)
3:30pm – Irish & Folk Song Concert (Festival Platz Stage)
4:00pm – Camps Closed for the Day

*The Covered Bridge will be CLOSED from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Sunday

Cass River Colonial Encampment

Mark your calendar today so you don’t forget the Cass River Colonial Encampment at Frankenmuth River Place Shops in Frankenmuth, Michigan.

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IMPORTANT EVENT NOTICE
Unfortunately, due to increasing costs, Crazy Crow Trading Post will no longer be able to maintain the Event Calendar by updating or adding new events.
The pages will remain active for a time as there are a number of events with current information and past events that may help you contact the sponsors for new information concerning location, dates & times!
Please do NOT contact Crazy Crow about these events, except for corrections to events with 2020 dates that are incorrect. Email date corrections directly to eventcoordinator@crazycrow.com. PLEASE DO NOT CALL, as we have nothing to do with the events and have only provided the listings as a free service.
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