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2018 Moorpark Blue and Gray Civil War Reenactment<\/h1>\n
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Don’t miss the 18th Annual Moorpark Blue and Gray Civil War Reenactment on March 17-18, 2018 at the Hitch Ranch in Moorpark, California, the largest battle reenactment on the West Coast. Hundreds of Reenactors and thousands of spectators come from all over the state and nation each year for this spectacular event. Moorpark Blue and Gray Civil War Reenactment activities include four battle reenactments (with cannon and musket fire), Abraham Lincoln delivering the Gettysburg Address, solider and civilian encampments, Confederate army surrendering to the Union army and period dancing and music.<\/p>\n

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The featured battles vary each year, but are always torn from the pages of history. Much time is spent in planning its reenactment for the time and space available. The Moorpark Blue and Gray Civil War Reenactment is presented by the Rotary Club of Moorpark, and is designed to educate the public about the historical significance of the Civil War and its effect on the United States including the abolishment of slavery. There will also be historic dancing and music playing near the food court.<\/p>\n

The Encampment<\/strong>
\nUnion and Confederate encampments can be visited where various demonstrations occur, such as blacksmithing, doctor\u2019s tent, the chapel, the use of arms and cooking on an open fire, etc. The soldiers are in authentic costumes and stay in character as they converse with the public, transporting them back to the 1860s. The Civilian Camp is right alongside the soldier\u2019s camps. Demonstrations here include many skills needed for day-to-day life in that period, such as sewing, weaving, cooking, etc.<\/p>\n

Sutlers<\/strong>
\nSutlers are civilian merchants who sell provisions to an army in the field, in camp, or in quarters. Sutlers sold wares from the back of a wagon or a temporary tent, traveling with an army or to remote military outposts. At the Moorpark Blue and Gray Civil War Reenactment, they will be selling reenacting supplies and uniforms, shoes, leather goods, weapons, (non-firing, non-functional), and other related items.<\/p>\n

Hours:<\/strong> Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Admission: <\/strong>
\nSave money and purchase your tickets online.
\nThis year we are offering New Family and VIP Packages AND Coupon Specials. Click the “read more” below for ticket prices, discounts, specials and other information:[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”Read More”]\n$20\/adults (online, $22 at the gate, Early Bird $14]\n$15\/students: ages 6 through 17 (online, $17 at the gate, Early Bird $11]\nFamily Package (online only): Includes 4 Admission Tickets and 4 Bleacher Seats for 2 Battles. Only $85.00\u2026Savings up to $40. [Early Bird $70]\nFree\/ages 5 and under.
\nBleacher Seats: additional $4 per person, per battle.
\nParking: $5 per car.
\nFree Shuttle: Shuttle will take visitors to the event site.<\/p>\n

VIP DELUXE FAMILY PACKAGE (Only available online until March 9, 2018): Includes 4 Admission Tickets, VIP Parking, Special VIP Bleacher seating for 2 battles, 4 Soda or Water Drink Tickets at Rotary Beverage Booth, 4 Sandwich\/Food Tickets at Rotary Food Booth. Also, special VIP seating in Covered Tents! Only $120\u2026 Savings up to $60. [Early Bird $95]<\/p>\n

Please Note: Bleacher seats are optional, but preferable for the best viewing experience. Parking is $5 (VIP excluded) with Free shuttles provided. If you have any questions regarding the weather, please note that this website will reflect this information. Our phone is 805.279.5253 or email info@moorparkrotary.com. Handicapped parking is available, please be aware this is an open field and the ground is not smooth.<\/p>\n

Online Tickets – Group & Family Tickets<\/a>[\/su_spoiler][\/su_accordion]<\/p>\n

School Field Trips – Group Rates & More! Teachers – Get in the Zone:<\/strong>
\nBring American History to Life! To get students to fully appreciate what it was like during the American Civil War, there is no better way to share those impressions than to take them to a quality Civil War Reenactment, or encourage them to attend and gather information that they can submit for extra class credit.[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”Read More”]\nOver the past several years, we have had a number of educators call and arrange for a group discount in order to take their American History class to our event on Saturday or Sunday. When you see the smiles on their faces and the enthusiasm of the students while they\u2019re learning about events during the War, you realize what a wonderful educational experience it is for them. They get to see first-hand what a typical Civil War encampment looks like, the surgeon\u2019s tent, the soldier\u2019s clothing, their guns and ammunition, canons firing, the thrill of talking to Abraham Lincoln and General Lee, a typical soldier\u2019s mess, and they\u2019ll be able to talk to re-enactors, in full costume and in character. All of this will bring the experience to life for the students.<\/p>\n

If you haven\u2019t planned a field trip for your history class, we encourage you to consider our event. There is no better history lesson for your students than to expose them to the look and feel of our American Civil War and the extreme sacrifices that so many made in our Country for the freedoms that we enjoy today as a free Nation.<\/p>\n

Our event committee has approved a special Group Rate. See Group Reservations (20 or more) in the Contact section of this website. Go to \u201cGroup Reservations\u201d for more information on ordering your tickets today.<\/p>\n

There is ample food service, reasonably priced at our event in our food court along with tables and chairs for keeping your group together.<\/p>\n

On our website<\/a>, you will find several photos that will show you what our event looks like and what your students can expect to see in the encampment. Your students can see both North and South encampments. We expect to have over 700 re-enactors and their families in costume along with a large contingent of Civil War Sutlers, that were the merchants of that era that followed the encampments.<\/p>\n

We have also posted a Civil War Questionnaire that your students can complete by gathering information at the event. They have to do interviews, in many cases, to gather the information, so it\u2019s a live learning experience.<\/p>\n

Finally, you will find links above to two short VIDEO clips, that we produced, called Gettysburg. Please click on the links and take a look. They are quality pieces of Abraham Lincoln reciting the Gettysburg address interspersed with battle scenes of past year\u2019s events. It\u2019s quite moving and I would encourage you to play it for your American History class. The other video is quite good too.<\/p>\n

This event is all about teaching our younger generation of the sacrifices that were made by so many during our American Civil War. And there is no better way to communicate that than by scheduling a field trip to our event and letting us host you and your class to a wonderful learning experience.<\/p>\n

Please go to Contacts \/ Group Reservations<\/a> for more information.[\/su_spoiler][\/su_accordion]<\/p>\n

\"Moorpark<\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>
\nHitch Ranch
\n100 West High Street
\nMoorpark, CA 93020
\nAccess the Blue and The Gray Civil War Reenactment site at the West end of High street directly opposite the entrance to Moorpark\u2019s Post Office. Gates will open at 10:00 a.m. both days, with two battles on Saturday(12 & 3) and two on Sunday (12 & 3)<\/p>\n

Schedule (tentative, from prior year)<\/strong>
\nSaturday<\/strong>
\n10:00 Event officially begins
\n10:30 Evans & Rogers (Stage)
\n11:00 Military Band Concert-Band of the Richmond Howitzer Battalion (Stage)
\n11:30 Military Band Concert\u2014Mountain Fifes and Drum Corps (Field)
\n12:00 FIRST ENGAGEMENT ( Preceded by \u201cCavalry Clash!\u201d and followed by the \u201cGettysburg Address,\u201d and \u201cThe Grand Review\u201d)
\n1:00 Infantry and Cavalry Demonstrations (Field)
\n1:30 Military Band Concert \u2013 The Armory Band (Stage)
\n2:00 Civil War Period Dance Class \u2013 Public Participation encouraged (Dance Floor)
\n2:30 Artillery Gun and Team Demonstration, 3rd U.S. Artillery (Field)
\n3:00 SECOND ENGAGEMENT (Followed by the \u201cGettysburg Address\u201d)
\n3:45 Surrender at Appomattox (Stage)
\n4:15 A Conversation with President Lincoln and the Generals (Stage)
\n5:00 Spectators Depart<\/p>\n

Sunday<\/strong>
\n10:00 Event officially begins
\n10:30 Evans & Rogers (Stage)
\n11:00 Military Band Concert-Band of the Richmond Howitzer Battalion (Stage)
\n11:30 Military Band Concert\u2014Mountain Fifes and Drum Corps (Field)
\n12:00 FIRST ENGAGEMENT ( Preceded by \u201cCavalry Clash!\u201d and followed by the \u201cGettysburg Address,\u201d and \u201cThe Grand Review\u201d)
\n1:00 Infantry and Cavalry Demonstrations (Field)
\n1:30 Military Band Concert \u2013 The Armory Band (Stage)
\n2:00 Civil War Period Dance Class \u2013 Public Participation encouraged (Dance Floor)
\n2:30 Artillery Gun and Team Demonstration, 3rd U.S. Artillery (Field)
\n3:00 SECOND ENGAGEMENT (Followed by the \u201cGettysburg Address\u201d)
\n3:45 Surrender at Appomattox (Stage)
\n4:15 A Conversation with President Lincoln and the Generals (Stage)
\n5:00 Spectators Depart<\/p>\n

For More Information:<\/strong>
\nRotary Club of Moorpark: 805 279-5253 civilwar@moorparkrotary.com
\nGeneral Contact: Dale Parvin (805)523-3370
\nGroup Reservations: Carolyn (805) 433-9188
\nSponsorship: Scott Hess scotthess.rotary@icloud.com<\/p>\n

\"Moorpark<\/p>\n

Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Blue and The Gray Civil War Reenactment on March 17-18, 2018 at the Hitch Ranch in Moorpark, California.<\/p>\n

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