GIST mUAL ENCAMPMENT

NOVEMBER 10TH-14TH, 2010

Furnace Creek & Stovepipe Wells, CA

DEATH VALLEY '49ERS STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The purpose of the Death Valley '4gers Non-Profit Organization

is to Promote Understanding and Appreciation of Death Valley and its History

The Death Valley '4gers are an all-volunteer non-profit organization that seeks to expand public awareness of Death Valley as a highly valued national resource and recreational area protected and preserved by the National Park Service and others for the use and enjoyment of present generations.

The aim of the '4gers is to foster appreciation of Death Valley as a rare desert environment having unique natural and cultural histories, which played an important role in the settlement of the west and the addition of California to the union.

Special recognition is given to the California-bound pioneer wagon parties of 1849-50 whose indomitable will to survive and persevere through the ordeal of that winter serves as an enduring example of the hardy spirit of all Americans who traveled far searching for new and better lives. The Death Valley '4gers sponsor the Annual Encampment each November to celebrate this pioneer spirit and this special place called Death Valley.

DEATH VALLEY '49ERS OFFlmt8 2010

Wanda Elmore President

Jim Graves 1 st Vice President

Bev Malley - 2nd Vice President

Lou Martin - Treasurer

Letha Tatro - Secretary

Walter Hodgson - 2009 President

Jim Graves - Production Chairman

THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SUPPORT

I;; This Encampment's arrangements have involved numerous people and organizations. The Death Valley '4gers Officers, Board of Directors, Advisors, and Associates, who serve as volunteers, want to

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recognize and extend our most sincere thanks to the following: The National Park Service, Inyo County Sheriffs

Dept., California Highway Patrol, CalTrans, Furnace Creek Volunteer Fire Department Rescue Service, Automobile Club of Southern California, Xanterra, Panamint Springs Resort, and the many others too numerous to mention who made this encampment such a success.

For more information about the Death valley '4gers please visit us at www.Deathvalley-leers.org

Cover: Design by Jean Pickard. Photograph courtesy of Corral 14 (Dave Fly, Carson Geary, Jacob Geary, Howard Fly, and outrider Cathy Ditsch)

Table of Contents/Legend

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Welcome

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About Us

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Special Features

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PRE-ENCAMPMENT

I Nov. 6th ~ Saturday Nov. 7th ~ Sunday Nov. 8th ~ Monday

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ENCAMPMENT

Nov. 10th~ Wednesday

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! Map of Encampment Events

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Nov. 11th -Thursday

Nov. 12th ~ Friday

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Nov. 13th ~ Saturday .. Nov. 14th ~ Sunday

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PBB8IDENT'8 WELCOM.E

It is an honor to serve as '4gers president in 2010 and it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 61 st Encampment of the Death Valley vlvers,

The opening sentence of the Death Valley '4gers Statement of Purpose says we are an "".all volunteer organization seeking to expand public awareness of Death ValIey." The '4gers are a diverse group but we all share a love of Death Valley and we look forward to the Encampment each year.

. When you buy your $35 membership, which is your pass to all Encampment events, you receive a program. I suggest you study it and mark events you want to attend.

Some highlights are the Death Valley '4gers Invitational Western Art Show now under the leadership of Phee Sherline and artist Bill Goodman. This show is one of the oldest on the western art circuit. The Vendor Show, newly chaired by Barbara M idlikoski, promises new products and vendors. Stovepipe Wells is the location of many events apart from those III Furnace Creek. Needlework, Wood-carving and Photography Contests are always exciting.

Look for membership booth locations in Furnace Creek and Stovepipe Wells and tell your friends where they are. Wear your membership badge at all times. It is your proof of admission and shows you are supporting '4ger efforts toward promoting and protecting Death Valley. Also, when you see the people wearing the sturdy Boss of the Plains hat ask them about becoming an active Death Valley '4ger.

With my warmest regards and I hope you are having a great time.

Death Valley' 4ger President 2010

Welcome once again to another exciting Encampment in Death Valley National Park. Your National Park awaits you to enjoy its many charms and challenges!

I've finished my first year at Death Valley and look forward to this year's encampment and seeing all of the friends that I made last year. I know that you are looking forward to that as well.

We hope you notice and enjoy the improvements that we've made over the past year as a benefit of the American Recovery and Rehabilitation Act and park entrance fees. The Scotty Castle and Ubehebe Crater Roads are much safer and easier to drive, the Cooke House at Scotty's has been rebuilt, restoring the historic scene, and a new park film is well underway. Several projects that will reduce our impact on the environment are under construction including installation of photovoltaic systems throughout the park, and providing much needed insulation in park buildings.

A program that you support and that gives us all a great sense of excitement is the Death Valley ROCKS program, which helps kids make lasting connections to the outdoors and to our parks. That program has doubled in size this year, allowing us to serve almost 300 fifth through eighth graders from the region in a camping and educational experience in the park. Another 300 school kids were served during a one day field trip to the park. Your generous donations help to make that possible.

Please let us know if we can do anything to help make your visit more enjoyable. I invite you to join me in the critical task of preserving and protecting our parks for this and future generations while helping our visitors to learn about the wonders of the world around them and the history that brought us all here. Participating in the 4ger Encampment is a great way to carry out that mission at Death Valley National Park.

Enjoy!

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THANK YOU FOB ATTENDING

THE 61ST ANNUAL DEATH VALLEY '49ERS ENCA.MP .MENT!

Please remember that the Death Valley' 4gers is a 100% volunteer organization. If you would like to help plan the Encampment or learn more about becoming a Death Valley '4gers Advisor please join us at our General Meeting at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Sunday, November 14th at 1 :OOPM.

Help us keep history alive and join us today!

DEATH VALLEY '49EBS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Scholarship Program: The Death Valley' 4gers Organization, along with your help, have provided educational assistance to qualified graduates of the Death Valley Unified School District since 1976. Now college entry is a goal for most students and degrees have been received in a wide assortment of fields, and 38 scholarships have been awarded since this program began.

Outreach Program: Gifts received will help a student obtain a better education by providing middle school children the opportunity to learn about the wonders of Death Valley through the "Outreach Program" known as "Death Valley Rocks".

Contributions to the Educational Programs may be made at any membership booth or to any '4ger membership salesperson. Thanks to all of you for your assistance in helping these young people.

Please note your donation on your membership application specifying "Educational Programs" .

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a. Museum: Speakers, Slide Shews, Book Signings-

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II Oceasional Gunfights tl Arts and Crafts Show tl Cold Drinks Ell Hot Drinks

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Annually since 1951, one of the longest lasting western art shows.

Death Valley' 4gers Invitational Western Art Show

Thursday 9:00 - 4:30 PM through Sunday Noon Visitor Center Parking Area

Painting by Bill Goodman, Art Show co-chairman.

Western art is a piece of Amer-ica. No other place in the world boasts the history and vistas of the west. They have been celebrated in art since the early 1800s. This show is part of that tradition.

As you stroll through the show, think how nice a painting would look over your sofa or dining room table.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

& ON-GOING ENCAMPMENT EvENTS-See Schedule Inside for Details

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STARTING OCT. 17TH: Ray and Jo Parrish and Friends entertain Informally next to the Sunset

FIDDL1tR's'ST AGE··

Bill Whitfield along with Pickers and Fiddlers will be performing on stage every night between November 6th and 9th from 6:00pm-9:00pm

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performing throughout the week, Pools ide at Stovepipe Wells.

KEN GRAYDON CHAPARRAL BELINDA GAIL KERRY CHRISTENSEN DAVE STAM.EY TOM. LEFTWICH SOURDOUGH SLI.M.

BILL WHITFIELD

& THE OLD TI.M.E FIDDLERS SOUTH COAST KUDDABINS

The '4ger Coffee Shop, Wrangler Buffet & Wrangler Steakhouse offer a 20% discount on all menu selections (except early bird specials) to current (2010) Death Valley '4gers members. YOU MUST WEAR YOUR BUTTON TO COLLECT.

~ Every evening NPS Park Rangers present programs. ..._, Check bulletin board for topics and time.

FeR V<Sg'rolmds

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS. Find out what your numbers are. It could save your life.

GOLF COURSE: On display Friday, Nov. 12th:

California Highway Patrol, lnyo County Sheriffs Department, EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) vehicles and services.

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Open at FCR Nov. 3rd & SPW Nov. 7th

DV '4gers memberships, breakfast tickets and event registration available. Cloisonne pins will be available for sale at each Membership Booth. Collectible items from prior years will be available at the Craft Show Booth! (SPW will carryall items)

TIP: During the day it is advisable to wear a hat and use sunscreen. Take folding chairs to most activities because very little seating is provided. Take a flashlight and jacket to evening events.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

& ON-GOING ENCAMPMENT EVENTS-See Schedule Insidefor Details

D¥iJ'UN€;I;ION.& AMARGOSA OPE~HOUSE ~ DEATH VALLEY JUNCTION & AMARGOSA 'tIi;jjI OPERA HOUSE : Death Valley Junction is

Booming with a new Cafe and RV spaces available for over 60 large rigs. No power however, water and sewer dump are available.

ENCAMPMENT SCHEDULE: Nov. 5th & 1ih: 7pm $5 Each: Movie Night "Amargosa"

Nov 6th, & 13th: 7pm $15 Live Performance, Marta Becket, "lfthese walls could talk".

Nov ih &14th : 2pm $15 Live Performance, Marta Becket, "If these walls could talk".

Nov 8th: 7pm $15 Special '4ger Live Performance, "If these walls could talk"

SMO / OLD WEST DAYS CELEBRATION'

SHOSHONE: Friday through Sunday, Nov 5th-7th. Celebrate the spirit of the old west in a real live ~ boom town. This three day event offers a number of \;ijI great activities including an Old West Musical Festival, Deep-Pit BBQ, Crafts, Gem & Mineral Show, Cowboy Poetry, Native American Dancing, Trail and Wagon Rides.

FCR & SPW ITED FAYE FILMS

Producer and Writer/Director Ted Faye has been the recipient of many awards including the Western Channel Honorary Award for his work in documentary and educational films. Enjoy yourself and learn while watching his fine films about the desert southwest:

Weird Tales 1: Death Valley's Ancient Underground Weird Tales 4: The Ghosts of Death Valley Junction. Death in the Desert:: True Tales of Death Valley's Victims.

The Twenty Mule Team: Busting the Myth

See schedule for further information. MSR

~ Includes booths where all art works are for sale, \:,;1 Quick Draws where artists create masterpieces in 45 ~ minutes, People's Composite where you paint with ~ the pros, People's Choice where you vote for your

. favorite artist in each category in the Visitor Center Patio, and Saturday Artists Breakfast where Belinda Gail performs and professional auctioneer, Steve Orcutt auctions select works of art. This is Steve's zo" year in Death Valley, an event which will be celebrated at the Artists Breakfast Saturday morning. See schedule for details.

VC Parking Area and Inside Patio

FCR / SOPTHWEST MINING,MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW

~ 4th Annual Vendor Show Nov. 8th-14th. Open \:)1 9:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday through Saturday.

Open 9:00AM to 12:00PM on Sunday Nov. 14th. Located behind the Borax Museum. Chairperson, Barbara Midlikoski.

SPW / CRAFT & PHOTO SHOW SPW AUDITORIUM

Photo Show: Black & White, Color, Collage, 4"X 6" and Open.

Craft Show: Needlecraft, Quilting, Woodcraft, Leather craft, Gourds, Lapidary, Open Class.

See Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for Schedule. Chairman, Ron Bolyard, Ann Litz Co-Chair.

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OURSE : GOLF TOURNAMENT

Mon. Nov. 2nd.New format this year. Sign in at 8 FCR Clubhouse (entry forms available at golf 17'\ course).

~ Thursday & Saturday: 2 man scramble. Prizes for closest to flag, longest drive, and longest putt. Friday: Stroke Play. Prizes awarded for low gross.

This tournament is for both men and women. Reduced Green fees with '4gers membership. MSR

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PRE-ENt!AMPMENT

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6th

Saturday, November 6th-Tuesday, November 9th

FCR I 9:00AM .. 4:00PM: VENDORSH0M' SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW.

.FCR I 6:00PM - 9:00PM: FIDDLER'S STAGE

BILL WHITFIELD and the Old Time Fiddlers perform every evening Nov. 6-9 at the Fiddler's Stage. MSR

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7th

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FeR/1:30PM: INFORMATION MEETING

HIKES, 4X4 TOURS, & TITUS CANYON DRIVE MEETING: Cal Steibel, Dave Stomps, Jim Hoke and Chuck Knight will go over meeting locations, routes and other important information! MSR

MEET: SUNSET CAMPGROUND HANDICAP RESTROOMS.

FCR I 6:00PM - 9:00PM: FIDDLER'S STAGE

BILL WHITFIELD and the Old Time Fiddlers perform every evening Nov. 6-9 at the Fiddler's Stage. MSR

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8th

FCRI.9:00AM: 4X4 TOUR

JOIN Dave Stomps as he takes you on a tour of the backcountry. For information attend the meeting Sunday, Nov 7th at I :30pm at the Sunset Campground Handicap Restrooms. Please have a FULL TANK OF FUEL & WATER. Vehicle Inspection. MSR

FGR0/9:00AM-~~:OOAM:HORSESHOES **TOURNAMENT QUALIFICATlONS**

VISIT EVENT FOR POSTED CHANGES & UPDATES

DATE GROVE (Also 2:00PM-4:00PM if not filled. MONDAY ONLY). If you have pitched here before you need not pitch to qualify.

Open to men and women. $10.00 entry fee. New format: All play will finish Thursday Afternoon. A wards and Ribbons will be given after each round. MSR

Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Daily Nov. 8-14. Closes noon Sunday, Nov. 14th.

FCR/ lO:OOAM & 1:00PM: FC INN TOUR

TOUR HISTORIC FURNACE CREEK INN: Inn manager Alex Cabana leads a tour of the historic Inn. Limited to 25 each tour. Advance sign-up required. Sign-up and information available at the FCR Entrance Membership Booth. (Tour registrants use day use parking area). MSR

FCR/ 6:00PM - 9:00PM:FIDDLER'S.STAGEn' ..

BILL WHITFIELD and the Old Time Fiddlers perform every evening Nov. 6-9 at the Fiddler's Stage. MSR

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9th

SPW / 9:00AM: 4X4 TOUR (AIRPORT ROAD) Cal Steibel leads a tour of the backcountry! For information attend the meeting Sunday, Nov 7th at 1 :30pm at the Sunset Campground Handicap Restrooms. Please have a FULL TANK OF FUEL, WATER & LUNCH. Vehicle Inspection. MSR

FCR / 9:00AM - 4:00PM: VENDOR SHOW SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ... Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Daily Nov. 8-14. Closes noon Sunday, Nov. 14th.

FCR / 10:00AM & 1:00PM: FC INN TOUR

TOUR HISTORIC FURNACE CREEK INN: Inn manager Alex Cabana leads a tour of the historic Inn. Limited to 25 each tour. Advance sign-up required. Sign-up and information available at the FCR Entrance Membership Booth. (Tour registrants use day use parking area). MSR

FeR / 6:00PM - 9:00PM: FInnLER'SSTAGE BILL WHITFIELD and the Old Time Fiddlers perform every evening Nov. 6-9 at the Fiddler's Stage. MSR

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ENCAMPMENT

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10th

Wednesday, November 10th

SPW / 10:00AM: ,PA1~IIPll:~

sp~r& FeR / 8:00AM: RACES s. FAMILY FUN MEMBERSHIP BOOTHS:

**SIGN-UP** for Saturday's WHEELBARROW & PROSPECTOR'S RACE: Bring a friend. MSR

S£W~78:00AM-NBON:CRAFTS&PHOTO SHOW REGISTRATION: SPW AUDITORIUM

Bring your entries.

Photo Show: Black & White, Color, Collage, 4"X 6" and Open.

Craft Show: Needlecraft, Quilting, Woodcraft, Leather craft, Gourds, Lapidary, Open Class.

Open viewing 1:00-S:00PM. MSR

**TOURNAMENT BEGINS**

VISIT EVENT FOR POSTED CHANGES & UPDATES

DATE GROVE: LADIES: CLASS A & B MSR :ooiM'='~:OOPM: VENDOR. SHOW

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SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ... Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Daily Nov. 8-14. Closes noon Sunday, Nov. 14th.

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Chuck Knight will lead you. For information attend the meeting Sunday, Nov 7th at 1 :30pm at the Sunset Campground Handicap Restrooms. Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. MSR

: P~P1!iBEDjPET PARADE POOLSIDE: Sign up your pet (s) to be part of the Pampered Pet Parade! Put your pets in costume and let them show off! All pets must be under control and on a leash. Sign-ups stop at 9:55AM. MSR

TOUR HISTORIC FURNACE CREEK INN:

For details, see Nov 8th. MSR

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Come enjoy the costumes as pet owners parade their pets around for all to see! MC Ted Tatro will

introduce each pet and their owner and judges will decide the winners. All pets must be on a leash and under control. Music will be furnished by Rick Hartmann. Chairperson Letha Tatro. MSR

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National Park Service Ranger Talk In the patio behind the Visitor Center.

FCR/"J ;MU~~J~JIVN~,~~J~~'~~ **TOURNAMENT CONTINUES**

VISIT EVENT FOR POSTED CHANGES & UPDATES

DATE GROVE: MENS: CLASS E & F MSR

FCR / 1:00PM:.CHRIS LANGLEY"

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DUST, DOOM AND DESTRUCTION: THE FILMS OF DEATH VALLEY; Death valley has a very unique film history. Early classic silent films like Wanderer of the Wasteland (1923) and Greed (1909) gave way to science fiction films in the 1950's and 60's. In the past few decades Zabriskie Point (1970), Star wars (1977), and The Sum of All Fears (2002) have been filmed here. We will see historic photographs from many of the films working on location and learn the inside stories of some very daring and independent filmmakers. MSR

SPW /2:'30-3~30P~':';:'TE AUDITORIUM: WEIRD TALES 4: THE GHOSTS OF DEATH VALLEY JUNCTION. For nearly 50 years Marta Beckett has lived and danced in the ghost town of Death Valley Junction. But even she admits that she isn't the only resident. Once a railroad junction and an industrial hub for the Pacific Coast Borax Company the Junction was also home to thieves, prostitutes and outlaws. Is it possible that some of them never left? Join filmmaker Ted Faye as he uncovers a Death Valley Junction's strange history. MSR

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ENCAMPMENT

Wednesday, November 10th

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VC PATIO: Kerry Christensen is returning this year with his fabulous songs and yodeling. Kerry provided the yodeling for the "Bad Guy" in Walt Disney's Movie 'Home On The Range". Bring your chairs. MSR

SPW I 6:00PM: 10M LEFTWICH

Join us at the PATIO for some great music by Tom Leftwich and John Fauntenbury. MSR

FeR / 6:00-9:00Pl\il: SONGS OF THE WEST

Join us at the FIDDLER'S STAGE for SONGS OF THE WEST: This event will be an informal program put on by the '4gers and Ron Hannold. You will hear the 2005 WMA Top Female Performer Belinda Gail; Sourdough Slim, who has appeared on Good Morning America, played Carnegie Hall, and Branson Mo.; Rod Erickson, internationally known yodeler and singer who has performed with Marty Robbins, Mel Tillis, and George Jones; Kerry Christensen, a master Alpine yodeler who has shared his talent throughout the world; The Jeppsons, known as Banjo Jack & the String-alongs, will sing Bluegrass, Country & Dixieland songs; Ron & Opal who have won the music country Gospel of the year award; and Joshua Crosby & Lonesome Dove. MSR

Belinda Gail, WMA Top Female Performer of the year 2005

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ENCAMPMENT

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11th

Thursday, November 11 th

FeR / 9:00AM- 4:00PM:YENQOR SHQ\V,

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FCR / 8:00AM: GOLF TOURNAMENT

Tee times 8:00AM-12:00PM

TWO MAN SCRAMBLE. Prizes to be awarded.

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SPW / 8:00AM: HISTORICAL BREAKFAST

Enjoy Breakfast POOLSIDE with Michael Makley, author of The Infamous King of the Comstock~ William Sharon and the Gilded Age of the West . ..._, Learn "How Nevada's Comstock Lode Built California". Music by the Kuddabins. MSR

FCR / 8:30AM: TITUS CANYON DRI.\':E

~ MEET: EAST SIDE OF HWY ACROSS FROM ~ THE VISITOR CENTER: Join Jim Hoke on a 70

mile round-trip through this scenic area of changing contrasts. Vehicles MUST be in good condition with a full tank of gas. Seventy mile round trip, so bring plenty of water and a lunch! Line up early, we leave at 8:30AM. Maximize people in vehicles. MSR

"SFW·/ 9:ooiM~(BHlKE'W2'

• Join Chuck Knight on a 11/2 mile trail of moderate difficulty. Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water! ATTEND the meeting 1:30PM on Sunday,

Nov. ih at Sunset Campground Handicap Restrooms (because meeting location may CHANGE). MSR

FCR / 9:00AM: HORSESHOES **TOURNAMENT CONTINUES**

~ VISIT EVENT FOR POSTED CHANGES & UPDATES ~ DATE GROVE: MENS: CLASS C & D MSR

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Cal Steibel leads you to one of the more unique desert canyons in the area. Bring lunch, camera, water and hat. 4-wheel drive, high clearance vehicle required. MSR

O SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ... Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Daily Nov. 8-14. Closes noon Sunday, Nov. 14th.

~ VC Parking Area and Patio. Held annually since ~ 1951 and one of the longest running shows in the 17'\ West. Premier artists display and sell their works. ~ Select artists also have work on display in the VC

patio. Viewers are invited to cast votes for their favorites in each category.

SPW / 9:09AM-5:00PM: GRAFT & PHOTO SHOWc;!

SPW AUDITORIUM

Open Viewing all day.

G) Judging: 1:00pm-5:00pm. Prizes awarded

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SPW / 9:30AM: SOURDOUGH SLIM

POOLSIDE: Sourdough Slim is a western music favorite called "the last of the vaudeville cowboys," he has appeared on Good Morning America and has played Carnegie Hall, Branson, MO and scores of leading western venues. MSR

FCR/ 10:00AM: PATtO .. 'fALK ~ VISITOR CENTER PATIO: Meet Death Valley ~ National Park Superintendent Sarah Craighead and

learn about the latest plans for this spectacular place. Superintendent Craighead is a 30 year veteran of the NPS, having served as a park ranger at Grand Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, Mammoth Cave and Acadia National Parks, Ocmulgee National Monument and at Independence National Historical Park. Most recently she was the Superintendent at Saguaro National Park.

FCR / lO:OOAM-4:00PM:

P~'~LE'S C(j;).M:rOSIlE P AINTIN""5lii.d'.",.!!!!W" ~ VC PARKING AREA: Surprise yourself. Become ~ a western artist and add your strokes to a piece of ali begun by an artist who will also add finishing touches. This painting will be auctioned at Breakfast with the Artists Saturday morning. Sign up on site. MSR

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,E¥ (8~~OON) AND DESTRUCTION: THE FILMS OF DEATH VALLEY; Death valley has a very unique film history. Early classic silent films like Wanderer of the Wasteland (1923) and Greed (1909) gave way to science fiction films in the 1950's and 60's. In the past few decades Zabriskie Point (1970), Star wars (1977), and The Sum of All Fears (2002) have been filmed here. We will see historic photographs from many ofthe films working on location and learn the inside stories of some very daring and independent filmmakers. MSR

VC AUDITORIUM: 21st ANNUAL PIONEER COSTUME CONTEST.

Put on your pioneer costume or sit back and enjoy this nostalgic excursion back in time. Kris and Roger Watson assisted by Walt and June Geisen will judge costumes on authenticity, workmanship and overall effect. Awards will be presented. Belinda Gail entertains. Contestants are urged to participate in the parade on Saturday. '4gers Sue Conn and Nancy Graves officiate. MSR

VISIT EVENT FOR POSTED CHANGES & UPDATES

DATE GROVE: MENS: CLASS A & B MSR

AUDITORIUM: A Quick Draw is a painting started and completed on stage in 45 minutes while the audience observes. It's great fun to watch the artists produce their masterpieces on the fly. Steve Orcutt, professional auctioneer, will auction the art to the highest bidders. Proceeds benefit the Death Valley '4gers Scholarship Program. The Scholarship Program has made a difference for Death Valley area students. Hang one of these paintings in your home, enjoy the art and know you helped a student go to college. Dave Stamey entertains.

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VC PATIO: "MEANWHILE BACK AT THE RANCH."

Denny Reismeyer, Director of Furnace Creek Ranch, talks about plans and happenings for the area.

POOLSIDE STAGE: Enjoy the music of Death Valley '4gers Don Truby and Jean Pickard MSR

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FIDDLER'S STAGE: The Coyote Howl is a talent show scheduled for 6:00PM tonight. It always turns out to be a wonderful show filled with laughs and some very good music. Sign up to be part of this entertaining event. Each act limited to four minutes. MSR

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VC AUDITORIUM: DEATH IN THE DESERT

Ever since America discovered the desert, images of death have been a part of the story. These are tales of death, near death and survival. From the strange journey of Hootch's Skull to a man who died dancing in the desert. From the delirious last moments of a man who believes the sand is water to the tale of a donkey who took a prospector to the nearest spring. Fascinating, thought-provoking and inspiring, after viewing this film, you'll want to make sure your canteen is full! MSR

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FIDDLER'S STAGE: : Informal talent night. Come for music and laughs with MC Marie Murphy. SIGN UP at 3:00PM at the Fiddler's Stage. MSR

POOLSIDE: Join MC Ken Graydon and Belinda Gail at the opening "campfire" of the Encampment. Bring along your singing voice. MSR

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membership booths and the breakfast. At 8:00AM the program begins with Ken Graydon as MC. New this year is Belinda Gail, a western music favorite. Returning are Dave Stamey and Sourdough Slim plus Chaparral and South Coast.

GOLF COURSE: On display California Highway Patrol, lnyo County Sheriffs Department, EMT vehicles & services.

about his book "Joe Conforte, and The Mustang Ranch". Music by the Kuddabins. MSR

GHOSTS OF DEATH VALLEY JUNCTION.

See Wednesday, Nov. Itlthfor details. MSR

LAWN @ TENNIS COURTS: Young and old alike can learn how to "pan fer gold." '4gers Fran Leftwich and "T" Ted Tatro will show you how. Tom Leftwich and John Fautenbury entertain. MSR

DATE GROVE: Bishop Lion's Club Eye Mobile offers FREE GLAUCOMA EXAMS.

SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ...

Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Open viewing & voting all day.

Judging: I :OOpm-5 :OOpm. I st,2nd,3rd Place Ribbons

V oting for your favorite works of art in all categories ends at 5:00PM today. Results will be announced at the Breakfast with the Artists, Saturday morning.

POOLSIDE: Start off your day with the great songs and yodeling of Kerry Christensen. MSR

VC PARKING AREA: Kids 16 and younger only. Become a western artist and add your strokes to a piece of art begun by an artist who will also add finishing touches. This painting will be auctioned at Breakfast with the Artists Saturday morning. Proceeds benefit Death Valley '4ger Scholarship Program. Sign up on site. MSR

VC AUDITORIUM: STANLEY PAHER'S award winning book Nevada Ghost Towns and Mining Camps identifies 725 area ghost mining camps, plus locations for gold and gemstone hunting, caves, hot springs, '4ger emigrant trails, the Spanish trail, etc. In all, Paher has written 19 books on the desert southwest.

Paher's slideshow/lecture surveys the history of mining and transportation in southern Nevada and the Death Valley area's mining camps: Panamint City, Skidoo, Leadfield, Greenwater, and Rhyolite. Paher will conclude with a series of color slides showing ruins of the area's historic sites. Question and answers will follow. The author's books are available in the park Service bookstore.

Hosted Marvin Jensen. A Must See Program! MSR

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Friday, November 12th

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~ POOLSIDE: CHUCK WAGON LUNCH WITH QJ' OLD TIME MUSIC.

~ Enjoy a great hamburger or hot dog while Old Time ~ Fiddlers entertain. MC Bill Whitfield.

FCR / 1:00PM: WAGON TRAIN ARRIVES!

~ FCR ENTRANCE: MC Ken Graydon welcomes ~ wagon master Norman Noftsier and ETl Corral #14

as they complete their 50-mile trek. This is the Wagon Train's 42nd Encampment. Bring a hat and chairs. Visit the wagons later after they circle near the fiddler's Stage. Chaparral, Dave Stamey and Sourdough Slim entertain.

SPW I 1:30PM: ROD ERIKSON

POOLSIDE STAGE: Enjoy the music and entertainment of Rod Erikson who has performed with many great entertainers like Tammy Wynette and George Jones, and has had a song on the top ten chart. MSR

FCR / 2:00PM: TRAIL RIDERS ARRIVE!

O FCR ENTRANCE: MC Ken Graydon welcomes Equestrian Trails, Inc. members as they complete their 47th annual Desert Trail Ride. (125 miles in 5

Yz days). Co-Chairs Shonna Rosner & Tom Kirsch and trail bosses lead the riders to Death Valley from Ridgecrest over portions ofthe famed 20-Mule Team route. Chaparral and Belinda Gail entertain.

FCR I 2:00PM:-

ARTIST"QUICK-DRi\'W" & AUCTION VISITOR CENTER AUDITORIUM: A Quick Draw is a painting started and completed on stage in ~ 45 minutes while the audience observes. It's great 'f::!I fun to watch the artists produce their masterpieces on

the fly. Steve Orcutt, professional auctioneer, will auction the art to the highest bidders. Proceeds benefit the Death Valley '4gers Scholarship Program. The Scholarship Program has made a difference for Death Valley area students. Hang one of these paintings in your home, enjoy the art and know you helped a student go to college. Sourdough Slim entertains.

FCR 14:15-5:00PM: TED FAYE FILM

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What is THE Twenty Mule Team? Legend has it that the first Twenty Mule Team was hitched up in Death Valley ... was it? What is this stuff they were hauling out anyway? What is borax? Why do we need it? Join Filmmaker and Borax Historian Ted Faye as he uses a multi-media presentation of film, artifacts, slides and anecdotes to illustrate how at one time in our nation's history borax and Death Valley were synonymous. If you've seen the film "The Twenty Mule Team of Death Valley" - this presentation will let you in on the filmmakers resources and research. Following the presentation we will meet at the Harmony Borax Works north of the auditorium for an on-site discussion. MSR.

FCR / 6:00-9:00PM: EVENING MUSIC

FIDDLER'S STAGE: Featured performers Kerry Christensen, Rod Erickson, Joshua Crosby & Lonesome Dove and others. MC Ron Hannold. MSR

FCR / 6:30PM: TALL TALES CONTEST

~ POOLSIDE: JOE DOCTOR'S TALL TALES 'I.:i,1 CONTEST. Join MC Cal Steibel in telling Tall

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FCR / 7:30PM: OL' DINAH CAMPFIRE

FCR ENTRANCE: Enjoy an evening under the stars with MC Ken Graydon, Chaparral, Belinda Gail, Dave Stamey and Sourdough Slim for fine music and entertainment. Bring a chair and flashlight. MSR

Me & entertainer Ken Graydon. Photo by Jimmie Affholder

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13th

GOLF COURSE: Tickets available at membership booths and at the event. Breakfast starts at 6:30AM. Belinda Gail will entertain at 7:00AM. Join MC and Auctioneer Steve Orcutt for an early morning breakfast with the artists. View Plein Air competition paintings and watch judges select the winner. Barbara Emerich finishes the 200912010 Artists Composite painting while Peggy Rushing begins the 201012011 Artists Composite. Awards presented for Best New Artist, Sid Bums Award for the Artists' Artist (best over-all, including mastery of art medium and display as well as promoting the spirit of the show), People's Choice Competition and Best Plein Air. New this year is the William Rushing Best of Show award which will be presented by his wife, Peggy Rushing. Also, Steve Orcutt's 20th year in Death Valley will be celebrated. Composite painting, Plein Air and other works to be auctioned by Steve Orcutt. Proceeds benefit DV '4gers Scholarship Program. Everyone welcome.

Tee times 8:00AM-12:00PM

TWO MAN SCRAMBLE-Prizes to be awarded. MSR

POOLSIDE: Enjoy a great breakfast while veteran Encampment performers Chaparral entertain. Crafts and Photo Show "Best of show" ribbons awarded. Tickets available at the breakfast.

Sign-ups will stop at 9:00 AM sharp.

Chairmen Fran Leftwich and "T" Ted Tatro invite you to enter the contest and "Pan to Win." MSR

REGISTRATION: 8:30AM until start of category PICKIN' CONTEST PRELIMS: 9:00AM

OLD TIME FIDDLE PRELIMS: 1 :OOPM

FIDDLER'S STAGE: Prelim competition for finals tonight. OPEN MIC all day. Chairpersons Bill Whitfield & Anita Marley. MC Dick Peterson. MSR

LAWN AREA NEXT TO TENNIS COURTS:

Chairman Fran Leftwich and "T" Ted Tatro invite you to enter our contest "Pan to Win". Conducted in accordance with international championship rules. MC Tom Leftwich will provide entertainment and commentary . Awards presented to winners. MSR

Entrants gather and get in position to march. All entries welcome! No pre-registration required. MSR

FIDDLER'S STAGE: Preliminary competition for finals tonight. Registration begins at 8:30AM. MSR

GHOSTS OF DEATH VALLEY JUNCTION.

See Wednesday, Nov. 10th for details. MSR

SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ... Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

Daily Nov. 8-14. Closes noon Sunday, Nov. 14th.

Winning artists display winning art work with their ribbons in their booths.

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Saturday, November 13th

DATE GROVE ROAD: Enjoy the music of Dave Stamey and Belinda Gail while waiting for the parade to begin. MSR

Representatives from all events will participate. E. Clampus Vitus, costume contestants, hikers, trail riders, wagons, special vehicles, Red Hat Society and, in fact, anyone who wants to be in the parade. Belinda Gail and Dave Stamey entertain.

Sue Conn, chairman. MC Bill Geist.

veterans. Service conducted by '4gers Jan Pickering and Past President, Bill Pool. Music by Ray Parrish and Friends.

POOLSIDE: Try your hand as a poet. Recite a poem about the desert, southwest, mines, cowboys Death Valley or other parts of the west. Share the words of your favorite poet or recite one of your own. No registration needed. Just show up. MC '4ger Ken Graydon. MSR

VC LAWN: Visiting carvers welcome. Hosted by Lynn Nicholson, current president of the California Carvers Guild. This carving session is held in honor of Allan Fougner, past president ofthe Carvers Guild who passed away last December. He was the leader of the carvers for about 25 years.

WORK SHOP. For Kids 16 years old and younger. Conducted by Sandra Lee Childs

~ VC AUDITORIUM: WEIRD TALES 1: DEATH '0:11 VALLEY'S ANCIENT UNDERGROUND. I

In 1947 F. Bruce Russell found a cave with giant mummified remains and artifacts from a lost civilization. 15 years earlier a miner claimed he found caverns with remains of an ancient people. Before that, a Borax hauler stumbled upon a cavern with remnants of a forgotten and lost race. What did one of Death Valley's most well-known entrepreneurs know about a lost civilization? What about its most famous celebrity, Death Valley Scotty? What did he know, and is there a link to Scotty's Castle? Are there really caverns with hidden gold and ancient mummies in Death Valley? MSR

FIDDLER'S STAGE: Preliminary competition for finals tonight. Registration begins at 8:30AM. MSR

the '4ger team of Dave & Bev Stomps MC this event! MSR

GHOSTS OF DEATH VALLEY JUNCTION.

See Wednesday, Nov. ltlth for details. MSR

Finals for both competitions. Awards presented to all categories. MC Phee Sherline. MSR

~ POOLSIDE: Invitational group entertainment. Sign 'f:I up at '4gers membership booth. Goes until the lights go out. Contact '4gers Tom Leftwich for more information. Participation ribbons given. MSR

'OL DINAH: Western music by the campfire under the desert stars with Chaparral. MSR

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Sunday, November 14th

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14th

GOLF COURSE: Join Ken Graydon, Belinda Gail, Dave Stamey, Chaparral and others in songs of inspiration that warm the heart. Be prepared to sing along.

for your favorite old-time gospel hymns and songs in a beautiful desert setting.

CLOSES AT NOON. This is your last opportunity to take a special piece of artwork home with you.

SOUTHWEST MINING, MINERALS, LAPIDARY & CRAFT SHOW continues ...

Behind the BORAX MUSEUM.

CLOSES AT NOON.

Check with Membership booth. Due to constraints, Mass will not be in VC auditorium. Bring chairs ( and kneeling pad).

VC AUDITORIUM: Installation of officers for 2011, end-of-year wrap-up and Encampment commentary. Please consider joining us if you have enjoyed the Encampment, appreciate Death Valley National Park and would like to consider getting more involved with the '4gers. This meeting will give you a glimpse at what we're about. We'd love to welcome you and have you come on board.

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#03 - $ 6.95 - Death Valley Tales by 10 Western Authors

#04 - $ 6.95 - Goodbye, Death Valley! The Tragic 1849 Jayhawker Trek by L. Burr Belden #05 - $ 6.95 - A Naturalist's Death Valley by Dr. Edmund C. Jaeger

#09 - $ 9.95 - 50 Years In Death Valley, Memoirs of a Borax Man by Harry P. Gower

#11 - $ 6.95 - The Lost Death Valley '4ger Journal of Louis Nusbaumer by L. George Koenig

#13 - $ 14.95 - (Soft Cover) Death Valley Tailings ~ Rarely Told Tales of Old Death Valley by L. George Koenig #13 - $ 29.95 - (Hard Cover) Death Valley Tailings ~ Rarely Told Tales of Old Death Valley by L. George Koenig

Shipping & Handling charges are $3.50 for the first publication and $1.00 for each additional publication.

Please make your check or money order payable to the DEATH VALLEY '49ERS ORGANIZATION and send your remittance to P.O. Box 212, Lone Pine, California 93545

You can place an order online at www.DeathValley4gers.org

JOIN THE DEATH VALLEY '49ERS

MEMBERSHIPS AND DONATIONS ARE THE ONLY SOURCE OF FUNDS TO PAY ENCAMPMENT EXPENSES. Each membership kit includes an Encampment Program, Keepsake Publication, Encampment Button, and placement on the mailing list for the semi-annual news magazine, Death Valley News.

MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.

Regular (per couple) .........•........... $ 35.00 I Year

Contributing $ 50.00 I Year

Corporation $300.00 Ilst Year $200.00 leach consecutive year

Life $500.00 lOne Time

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Donations for Educational Programs $ _

Please add postage for your encampment packet mailing $ 2.00 __

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Mail application and payment to: Death Valley '4gers, Inc., PO Box 101, Amargosa Valley, NV. 89020

Your membersbip packet will be mailed to you in mid September for tbe November Encampment

DEATH V ALLEY N ATJONAL PARK Operated by Za n t err a PaTks & ResortS ®

FOR AN AUTHENTIC OLD WEST VACATION, MOSEY ON DOWN TO DEATH VALLEY.

Standing in our streets reminiscent of the old West, you can almost hear the famous Twenty Mule Team pass by with another wagon full of borax. And there's so much to do here-golfing, horseback riding, swimming in our spring-fed pool, visiting our museum, and exploring this amazing three-million-acre playground, not to mention historical landmarks and natural wonders.

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For reservations, call 800-236-7916 or visit furnacecreeknesort.com.

For tee times, call 76o-78(i-3373. ~

WELCOME '49ERS!

66-room Historic Inn (open mid-October to mid-May) • zza-roorn Ranch Hotel· 4 Restaurants- 3 Bars Gift Shop- World's lowest Golf Course= Spring-fed Pools> General Store> Horseback Riding (seasonal) Tennis· Hiking • Borax Museum> Next to National Park Service Visitor Center

BEAUTIFUL PLACES ON EARTH.®

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