2nd Annual Skirmish at Warm Springs Encampment
June 4-6, 2010

All sutlers and reenactors must pre-register. No walk ons will be allowed.

This year, the Hot Springs Spa will open the hot tubs from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday for registered participants.

In addition to the Saturday evening meal, breakfast will be served Saturday and Sunday for registered participants.

Bounties for artillery and for mounted that fight both days.

Ice, water and firewood will be provided.

No fees for re-enactors or period correct sutlers.

The registration form is available at: Warm Springs Registration

Please take a moment to read these simple rules, they will be enforced. Event Rules
 
More information:
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Throughout the Civil War, the mountain passes and roads between Tennessee and North Carolina were vital for the movement of troops and supplies. None were more important than the Buncombe Turnpike built in 1828 that ran through the mountains at Warm Springs, North Carolina. This area would see many conflicts throughout the war, with both sides trying to gain control of the area.

Come visit and experience firsthand Confederate and Union Armies clashing in battle. Infantry, Artillery and Cavalry elements will be engaged in controlling this vital ground. Visit period vendors and buy what the soldiers would have bought. Stroll through the camps and talk with the soldiers, listen to their stories, enjoy the camaraderie of their fires and songs.

This event is made possible through donations and support from the following sponsors. Please take a moment to visit their website or contact link. Be sure to visit with them when you are there!


A view of the battlefield
CSA Correspondence concerning events around the October 1863 skirmish. Letters from the Official Records.
 
Cincinnati Commercial Daily, November 17, 1863. This is from a period newspaper. Even back then, the 'spin doctors' were busy. (Image)
 
Reenactors and sutlers: To register, please read the Event rules and fill out the registration form available at: Warm Springs Registration.


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