Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce recently issued the following announcement.
Colonial Children's Day - Militia Muster 1777
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
10:00 AM - 2:30 PM EDT
Thursday August 26th , 10am to 2.30pm
Location
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA, 17236
Fees/Admission
Members: $10 per child. Non Members: $15
Website
http://www.cimlg.org
Contact Information
Contact us by email at info@cimlg.org
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Description
Our Homeschool Days of Spring and our July 3rd Militia Muster event combine in a special Colonial Children's Day Program.
Don't miss this one time event for your Child!
For ages 6-14, Preregistration and Waiver Required. Members: $10 per child. Non Members: $15
Return form and direct any questions to info@cimlg.org
"1777 - The War against England requires a fresh fighting force. The Militia is called up to at Old Welsh Run to face this threat"
This program will provide an immersive experience for the participants as they are transported back in time to the Frontier during the American Revolution. Participants will follow several of the actions undertaken by Militia in the Revolution, including:
- Enlistment and Oath of Allegiance - Sign with a quill and pledge loyalty to the new American Establishment
- Musketry and Drill - March in step with Sergeant Davis and learn all of the maneuvers to outflank the British
- Firelock Competition - The new child recruits can bet and rate our 2 best marksman in competitions of Speed shooting!
- Soldiers Lunch - March on your stomach! An authentic Soldiers stew will be served (with an alternative of a cold collation)
- Fleet of Foot - End the Muster with some healthy rivalry. The officers will put out prizes for those who can prove themselves in various games and competitions. Fleet of Foot, Wisest Wit, and more!
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