Battle of Blue Licks

Information for Reenactors & Encampment Rules
2019

Welcome to the Battle of Blue Licks Celebration and Commemoration!

  • There is a nominal fee of $5.00 per camp. The camp fee covers your ice, wood, water and restrooms. The fee also allows you FREE access to park attractions, like the public pool, museum, and any event program you wish to attend throughout the weekend.
  • The encampment is located near the public pool at Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park, near Carlisle, KY.
  • The fee is $10.00 if you are a Sutler (selling or trading items) and set up your wares or trade blanket on Sutler’s Row. Sutlers set up in the encampment, and must be dressed in period correct clothing.
  • There are several areas where you can set up your campsite. Your choices are Militia and Pioneer Settlers, British Loyalists, Native Americans, or the Sutler’s Row.
  • The only animals permitted in the encampment are Disibility Service Animals.
  • The 2109 Reenactment Battle Times are Saturday, August 17 at 2:00 pm and Sunday, August 18, at 1:00 pm.
  • You must attend at least one safety meeting prior to the battle, which will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, and an additional meeting on Sunday at 11:00 am for those who did not attend on Saturday. (if you attend Saturday’s safety meeting you are not required to attend Sunday’s safety meeting). 15 minutes prior to each battle there will be a safety check on the battlefield at the beginning of each Battle Reenactment. The Safety Officer will conduct the meetings.
  • There will be a Reenactor Appreciation meal served on Saturday evening at 6:00 pm at the lower, Curtis Shelter, which is provided by the Park. The menu is Buffalo Stew, long-grain wild rice, cornbread, and cherry cobbler.
  • The pool will be specially opened to reenactors for a private pool party on Friday and Saturday nights from 6:30-8:30 pm. (no lifeguard will be on duty, you must swim at your own risk.)

 


REGISTRATION

Circle the one that applies:   Settler & Militia   Native American   Loyalist    Sutler

Name(s)___________________________________Evening Phone_________________

Address_________________________________________________________________

City  ___________________________State: _________________Zip:_______________

Email ____________________________________________________________________________________

Cell Phone (optional) ________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact___________________________________________________________________________
                                                   (Name)                                  (Phone)

If you are a sutler, what will you be selling? __________________________________________________________________________________________
 

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WAIVER:
 I recognize that there is an element of risk in any adventure, or living history event. I am also fully aware of the risk and dangers inherent in this battle reenactment.

 Knowing the inherent risk, dangers and rigors required of said activity, I certify that I am, and my family, including minor children are fully capable of participating in the said activity.  I assume full responsibility for myself, my family, including minor children for bodily injury, death and loss of personal property and expenses thereof as a result of my negligence of my family participating in said activity.

PHOTO RELEASE:
 I hereby give Kentucky State Parks permission to use my (or my child’s) photograph(s) in its publications, promotional material, or on its web site to promote parks. I release the Kentucky Department of Parks, the photographer, employees, and the state from liability for any violation of any personal or proprietary right I may have in connection with such use.

If subject is under 18: I, ___________________________, am the parent/legal guardian of the individual named below and I have read this release and approve of its terms.

Subject Name: ___________________________ Date: ______________

________________________________________      _____________________________
                    Signature of participant                                                Witness

 

 If you have any further questions, you may contact:

Jennifer Lynn
Recreation
859-289-5507
Email

Mailing Address:
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park
Hwy 68
Mt. Olivet, KY 41064-0066

Safety Rules

For the Reenactment of the Battle of Blue Licks 2019
Mandatory Safety Meeting Saturday, 11:00 AM
Additional Safety Meeting Sunday, 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 17, 2019 Battle Time: 2:00 PM
Sunday, August 18, Battle Time: 1:00 PM

  • The Safety Officers will meet with battle participants at the Safety Meeting at 11:00 Am on Saturday morning. Another Safety Meeting will take place on Sunday at 11:00 AM for any reenactors that did not participate in Saturday’s battle, but plan on participating in Sunday’s battle.  If you do not attend a safety meeting, you will not be permitted to participate in the battle. (Location of Safety Meeting is behind the Pool, near the Encampment.)
  • Each participant MUST sign a release of liability form to participate in the battle Reenactment.
  • No projectiles are to be loaded. This includes wadding. Only powder should be dropped. Keeping your muzzle slightly elevated will ensure that the gun fires. For safety, always aim over the heads of the other combatants.
  • Do not aim directly at opponents when firing. Muzzles should be pointed over their heads or off to one side. This assures there are no accidents from burning powder. Never point a firearm toward visitors or non-combatants.
  • Edged weapons must be tied down. This includes knives, hawks, and war clubs. You may carry them on a belt or a sash, but they must be rendered inoperable by being lashed in place. Do not draw an edged weapon at any time. Neck knives are permissible, but must be securely tied to their sheaths.
  • Proper attire and firearms are required for battle participation, (reflecting our time period of 1782, which would include styles and technology immediately previous.)
  • As with general camp rules, if you see an infraction of the rules, please make efforts to correct what is wrong. Then report the infraction to the safety coordinator to follow up with a second set of eyes, to see all is right.
  • SAFETY IS EVERYONE”S CONCERN!
  • No ramrods on the battlefield. No loading from the horn.
  • 15 minutes before each battle reenactment, you must be checked by a safety coordinator- prior to the and after the battle reenactment.
  • And remember….
  • ”The British and Indians win this one!”

Encampment Rules

  • All Kentucky Department of Park Rules and Regulations apply.
  • Registration Hours: 9:00 am through 5:00 pm on Friday. If you need to arrive outside the standard gate hours, please let the Park know, so we can make special arrangements. All reenactors must check in at the registration table located on the basketball court near the pool. Expect to sign a waiver and registration form.
  • Please unload your vehicle and then park in a designated parking area. One hour is allowed for vehicles to remain in camp; no vehicles are to be in the encampment between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on Saturday, and 8:00 am and 4:00 pm on Sunday. These are hours the public will be visiting the encampment, and it is our goal to present as accurate as possible, a picture of life on the frontier in the late 18th century.
  • Anyone setting up their campsite cannot set up any earlier than the Thursday prior to the weekend Reenactment event.
  • “In period attire” must be worn at all times in the encampment. All clothing, shelter, and accoutrements should reflect the year 1782 on the frontier territory of Kentucky. Please refrain from using modern footwear or sunglasses unless medically required. All modern items, (coolers, plastic bottles, cans, etc.) are to be kept out of sight, at all times. Photography equipment should be covered when not in use.
  • Please do not cut any live trees or shrubbery. Firewood will be available for fire pits. Please leave any unused firewood for future events. Campfires must be in a pit, and attended at all times. Be sure to keep a quantity of water nearby for emergency use.
  • Porta-johns and potable water will be available at the site.
  • The only loading or firing of firearms will be during the battle. No loading or firing is allowed at the encampment.
  • It is the responsibility of all traders and possessors of FUR, CLAWS, FEATHERS, ETC. to confirm the compliance of your goods with Kentucky state and Federal laws.
  • If you see something wrong, immediately either make it right, or seek some immediate assistance to make it right. You do not need to wait for an event coordinator.
  • Please leave your campsite looking better than when you arrived. Please fill in your fire pit.
  • Parking in authorized areas only.
  • No motorized trail bikes.
  • No firearms except for those “in period” for the reenactment.
  • Persons caught defacing trees, shrubs, buildings, or in any way, vandalizing the Park property will be prosecuted.
  • Parents will be held responsible for their children.
  • Fishing licenses are required, and Fish and Wildlife officers patrol the park. Fishing Licenses can be purchased at the BP gas station located ¼ mile north of the Park on Route 68.

 

 

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