Home of the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery Winter Encampment.
Pubic Hours 9 am-5pm
Black Powder Shoot
Tomahawk Throw
Period Demonstrations
There will also be battle a re-enactment on Saturday and Sunday at 2pm both days.
Opening colors at 10am Saturday
There will be a primitive camping area geared to authenticity (1750-1840) ...those traders and artisans who qualify will be assured of a good a place as possible for public exposure. Arrival time will determine placement.
General Rules:
All items sold, demonstrated or traded must be from the 1700-1840 era.
Period Costumes required.
Pet MUST be on a leash and under control at all times. (if not you will be asked to leave)
Restrooms and Showers available.
No vehicles in Camp after 9am Saturday morning till event ends on Sunday 5pm
Entrance Fee: **Donation Requested but not required
Camp Fee (Period correct tent camping-no trading): $0 (Free)
Trade Blanket (One 4 point blanket max): $10
Trader: $25
Demonstration (without selling): $0 (Free)
Demonstration (selling what demonstrating): $10
** Camp DuBois is maintained & the Rendezvous in May are hosted by Wood River Heritage Council which is strictly funded by donations and volunteer hours. If you enjoy the camp and/or this event please feel free to donate as 100% of the funds go back into the camp/event.
Early Setup Date: 04/28/2010
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- Wood - Water - Restrooms - Bathhouse - Camp Dinner - Pets Allowed -
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Event Location:
Camp Du Bois
Rte 3 & Rte 143
Wood River, IL 62024
Maps/Directions:
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Booshway:
(Or Event Contact Information)
Perry Thomas 
618.254.8120
Segundo:
Matt Thomas
618.971.7763
Fees:
Entrance Fee: $0.00
Camp Fee: $0.00
Trade Tent Fee: $25.00
Trade Blanket Fee: $10.00
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