The NWHA sponsors a number of Tactical Events and Living History Events each year. Most Tactical Events are held in Oregon. The two primary locations are Camp Rilea OR and Camp Adair OR. For more information about a specific event please contact the Event Coordinator for that event .

Notice: All NWHA Tactical and/or Training Events are closed to the public and spectators. This restriction is for safety reasons as well as for historical realism.

NWHA Living History and/or Public Battle Events are open to the public for viewing.

Non-NWHA participants MUST have prior approval and follow all NWHA Bylaws, Policies, and safety rules.

If you are not an NWHA Member and you are interested in participating in one of our events, please carefully read our Information page and our Visitor Information page.

Approved Future NWHA Events
When	Where	What
	Camp Rilea OR	Tactical
Additional events and changes to be announced as appropriate.

Proposed Future NWHA Events
Events identified as proposed are not yet approved as NWHA Events and are subject to change.
When	Where	What
May 18-19, 2012	Joint Base Lewis-McChord WA	Living History

The NWHA 2011 Events Schedule Committee is continuing to develop a proposal for the NWHA 2011 Events Schedule. If any NWHA Member has suggestions or ideas to offer, please send an email to the Committee.

Other Organizations

Since Mar 2006, the NWHA has had full reciprocity agreements with the
Pacific Northwest Historical Group (PNWHG) and the California Historical Group (CHG).

All NWHA members in good standing are invited to attend any event sponsored by either organization,
and any member in good standing of either organization is cordially invited to attend any NWHA event.

The event listings in this box are provided as a courtesy to our sister reenacting organizations.
Specific information regarding these events may be obtained by contacting the hosting organization.

Feb 10-12, 2006 at Camp Rilea OR
Apr 29-30, 2006 at Salmon River Lodge, Mt Hood OR
Jun 02-04, 2006 at Camp Adair OR
Jul 14-16, 2006 at Fort Stevens OR
Sep 22-24, 2006 at Biak Training Center OR
Nov 04-06, 2006
Feb 10-11, 2007 at 4-H Conference Center OR
Mar 24-25, 2007 at Mt Hood OR
Nov 30-Dec 02, 2007 at 4-H Conference Center OR
Jan 25-27, 2008 at Mt Hood OR
Feb 15-18, 2008 at (?)
Apr 18-20, 2008 at Camp Adair OR
Jun 06-08, 2008 at Biak Training Center OR (?)
Aug 08-10, 2008 at EAM OR
Sep 26-29, 2008
Nov 07-09, 2008
Feb 20-22, 2009
Apr 10-12, 2009
May 29-30, 2009
Jul 17-19, 2009 at Ft Stevens OR
Sep 18-20, 2009
Dec 04-06, 2009

May 04-07, 2006 at Camp Roberts CA
May 20-21, 2006 at Chino Airport CA
May 29, 2006
Jun 09-11, 2006
Nov 03-05, 2006 at Camp Roberts CA
Jan 19-21, 2007 at Ozena Valley
Feb 16-18, 2007 at Holcomb Valley Boy Scout Camp
Mar 16-18, 2007 at Lost Valley Boy Scout Camp
Apr 20-22, 2007 at Camp Roberts CA
May 04-06, 2007 at Stoddard Valley OHV Area
Aug 10-12, 2007 at Camp Jubilee CA
Sep 21-23, 2007 at Holcomb Valley Boy Scout Camp
Oct 05-07, 2007 at Camp San Luis Obispo CA
Nov 02-04, 2007 at Camp Roberts CA
Nov 30-Dec 02, 2007 at Ozena Valley
Jan 18-21, 2008 at Camp Jubilee CA
Feb 15-17, 2008 at Holcomb Valley Boy Scout Camp
Mar 07-09, 2008 at Camp Roberts CA
Apr 11-13, 2008 at Stoddard Valley CA
May 02-04, 2008 at Ozena Valley Ranch CA
Jun 06-08, 2008 at Camp San Luis Obispo CA
Aug 8-10, 2008 at Camp Jubilee CA
Sep 19-21, 2008 at Holcomb Valley CA
Oct 17-19, 2008 at Ozena Valley CA
Nov 7-9, 2008 at Camp Roberts CA
Dec 12-14, 2008 at Camp Taquitz CA
Jan 17-19, 2009 at Holcomb Valley CA
Feb 20-22, 2009 at Ozena Valley CA
Mar 20-22, 2009 at Camp Roberts CA
Apr 17-19, 2009 at Stoddard Valley CA
Jun 12-14, 2009 at Camp San Luis Obispo CA
Sep 18-20, 2009 at Holcomb Valley CA
Oct 3-4, 2009 at Prado Regional Park CA
Oct 16-18, 2009 at Stoddard Mt CA
Nov 6-8, 2009 at Camp Roberts CA
Nov 28-29, 2009 at Orange Cty Fairgrounds
Jan xx-yy, 2010 at
Feb 19-21, 2010 at Camp Taquitz CA
Mar 19-21, 2010 at Camp Roberts CA
Apr 16-18, 2010 at Stoddard Mt CA
May 21-23, 2010 at Ozena Valley CA
Sep xx-yy, 2010 at Holcomb Valley CA
Oct 15-17, 2010 at Camp Taquitz CA
Nov 05-07, 2010 at Camp Robarts CA
Jan 21-23 2011 at Camp Taquitz CA
Mar 04-06, 2011 at Camp Roberts CA
Apr 08-10, 2011 at Stoddard Valley CA
Jun 10-12, 2011 at Ozena Valley CA

No future dates expected to be announced.

Future dates to be announced.

Event:	Operation Market Garden - Holding the Line - Sep 1944
Date:	Mar 25-27, 2011
Location:	Camp Rilea OR - Training Area 1 has been reserved
Event Type:	Tactical - Closed to the Public
Billeting:	Barracks -Two Duplex Barracks plus 2 4-Person Hutments have been reserved
Event Fee:	$35.00 weekend / $20.00 1 day (subject to change)
Sponsored By:	NWHA US 113th Cavalry Squadron
Contact/Information:	Event Coordinator
Driving Directions:	Click here
Site Map:	Click here
Weather Forecast:	Click here
After Action Report:	Click here

This is an NWHA Tactical Event. This event is closed to the Public.

Additional information will be posted as and if it becomes available.

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Event:	Unternehmen Wacht am Rhein: German Offensive and Allied Counterattack - Dec 1944/Jan 1945
Date:	October 28-30, 2011
Location:	Camp Rilea OR - Training Area 2 reserved
Event Type:	Tactical - Closed to the Public
Billeting:	Barracks - One Duplex Barrack and 2 4-Person Huts have been reserved
Event Fee:	$35.00 weekend / $25.00 1 day (subject to change)
Sponsored By:	NWHA German 11. Panzer Division
Contact/Information:	Event Coordinator
Event Flyer:	Click here
Driving Directions:	Click here
Site Map:	Click here
Weather Forecast:	Click here
After Action Report:	Click here

This is an NWHA Tactical Event. This event is closed to the Public.

Battle Site: Camp Rilea, OR. At the front gate tell the gate guard you are there for a reenactment, and show a picture ID. Follow the main road straight over and down the hill. As it begins to climb again it will come to a T; curve to the left. The barracks are on the left. Look for folks in uniform/unit signs to identify your barracks. Park on the right.

Attendance: This is an NWHA private tactical event; only NWHA units, their one-time guests, or members of reenacting groups we have reciprocal agreements with (the CHG) may attend.

Scenarios: Will be based on small unit actions during Operation Wacht am Rhein (the Battle of the Bulge), a major German offensive (die Ardennenoffensiv), launched toward the end of World War II through the densely forested Ardennes mountain region of Wallonia in Belgium, hence its French name (Bataille des Ardennes), and France and Luxembourg on the Western Front. Actual scenarios will be presented at the battle and line-up. For further information, please contact the Event Coordinator.

Impressions: Appropriate impressions for Allied and German forces for Northwestern Europe, circa December 1944.

Arrival Time: Friday, 28 October any time after 4 p.m.

Accommodations: We have one duplex barrack with a total of two bays, and a couple of 4-man huts. The modern barracks have 2 squad bays each billeting up to 12 persons, and have integrated restroom and shower facilities.

Line-Up and Inspections: 9:00 AM sharp both days in the parking lot. Have safety inspections completed and be ready to go. (Hint: Don’t start cooking breakfast at 8:30 a.m.)

Saturday Scenario: 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM.

Sunday Scenario: 9:00 am-11:00 am.

Meals: No meals will be provided unless your unit makes arrangements. If you don’t know, assume you’re on your own. You will be able to cook on camping stoves outside the barracks, but not inside. Meals may also be taken at nearby restaurants in Warrenton and Astoria. Bring period rations for the field. There is no water in the field, so bring an adequate supply.

Military Vehicles: Welcome.

Additional information will be posted as and if it becomes available.

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Event:	Armed Forces Day - Joint Base Lewis-McChord (formerly Fort Lewis) WA
Date:	May 18-19, 2012
Location:	Joint Base Lewis-McChord (formerly Fort Lewis) WA
Event Type:	Living History - Open to the Public for viewing
Billeting:	Available on JBLM North Base (formerly North Fort Lewis)
Event Fee:	None
Sponsored By:	NWHA German Fallschirmjäger Regiment 2
Event Publicity:	Click here
Event Schedule:	Click here
Contact/Information:	Event Coordinator
Driving Directions:	Click here
Site Map:	Click here
Weather Forecast:	Click here
After Action Report:	Click here

This is an NWHA Living History display event. This event is open to the Public for viewing.

Schedule: 1000-1800 Sat 19 May 2012. Joint Base Lewis-McChord will be open to the public during the event. We are committed to display until 1800 Sat unless we are released earlier by the JBLM-MWR Event Staff.

Impressions: All NWHA Allied impressions - All NWHA German impressions.

Base Access: If names are provided no later than two weeks prior to the event, each participating NWHA member will be provided with a Special Event Vehicle Pass for this event. You must have available either military identification or the Special Event Vehicle Pass. The gate security personnel will additionally have a listing of the names of all registered participating NWHA members. (Special Event Vehicle Passes should be mailed by the Event Staff approiximately 30 Apr 2011 to all reported participants. Any participants reported later may or may not receive a Special Event Vehicle Pass in time for the event.)

Identification: All adults in your vehicle must present either a valid driver's license or other acceptable picture ID. Be prepared to present the registration certificate and proof of valid insurance for your vehicle.

Display Site: Memorial Stadium, a large fenced field and stadium with surrounding areas. Easy access from JBLM Dupont Gate, I-5 Exit 119. Memorial Stadium has been modernized over the past year and now has a high-quality grass lawn surrounded by ornamental steel fencing, with 4-5 gates through the fence for easy access. The baseball field has been eliminated and it has been landscaped outside the fence. There is expected to be an historic vehicle display immediately outside the fence, which should help to draw attention to the displays inside the stadium.

Visitor and Participant Driving Directions: Visitors and Participants are to enter Joint Base Lewis-McChord at Dupont Gate, I-5 Exit 119. After leaving the checkpoint area, make the first left turn. Go straight throught the stop sign. Turn right at the next stop sign onto Pendleton Av. Continue straight through 3 lights. At the 4th light, turn right onto 41st Division Dr. Continue through one light, then turn right onto Bitar Av. Continue through stop sign. The event site will be on the right. [Click here for Maps]

Billeting: Available on JBLM North Base (formerly North Fort Lewis) and must be reserved in advance. This is a WWII-era barrack with individual rooms with a twin-sized bed and refrigerator, costing approximately $14.00 per night. Bivouac is available without cost at the display site if desired.

Billeting Office Directions: Start with the Visitor Driving Directions above. On Pendleton Av, turn left onto N Division St. Turn right onto Utah Av. At the intersection with Oak St, look for Rainier Inn on the right, Bldg 2111. Go to the Reception Desk in the Lobby, give them your reservation number, and identify yourself as having a reservation on JBLM North Base. Check in as early as 1400 Fri, and preferably prior to 1800 Fri. You will receive your room assignment, key, and directions to your billet.

Billeting Payment: You will be required to pay for your own billeting at the Billeting Office. Payment will be made directly to Joint Base Lewis-McChord by US cash or credit card. Checks are accepted ONLY with US Military Identification Card.

Security: Joint Base Lewis-McChord Military Police will have a vehicle parked near the event site at all times, with additional personnel patrolling on a regular basis. We will, of course, have to be vigilant about the security of the items we display.

Visitor Attendance: Based upon last year's figures, estimated to be approximately 20,000+ visitors.

Electricity: 120v-20a available (subject to change).

Gazebo Tents: Available if needed. One 10x30 tent has been requested.

Tables: Available if needed. Approx 30x72" (or possibly 36x84) folding buffet tables. Seven tables have been requested.

Setup: Any time after 1300 Fri until event start at 1000 Sat. May drive vehicles into display areas to unload, but must be out of display areas before the event starts. Heavy vehicles may not be permitted inside the Stadium.

Parking: Available 2-3 blocks away.

Take Down: After event closes.

Lunch: Event Staff will provide each registered participating uniformed NWHA Member with one voucher to be used at a specified nearby food vendor.

Weapons Demonstration: May be done throughout the day as scheduled. Blanks may be permitted.

Dogs: Not permitted in display area due to potential conflict with the MP patrol dogs.

Other Expected Exhibitors: Civil War, SCA, 2nd Cavalry, Friends of Willie and Joe, Buffalo Soldiers, Phillipine Scouts, military vehicle clubs, modern military, etc. (Not a complete list.)

Scheduled Demonstrations: Click here

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  Camp Rilea OR

Camp Rilea is an active Oregon National Guard facility providing training grounds for both regular and Guard units from across the United States and Canada. Located some five miles south of Ft. Stevens and some five miles southwest of Astoria, it has ample space and comfortable barracks. The modern barracks have 2 squad bays each billeting up to 12 persons, and have integrated restroom and shower facilities. The WWII-era barracks are a taste of the way things were done 60 years ago, all with restrooms, some with showers. The training grounds here include beach, heavy woods, and fields (criss-crossed with dirt roads and trails), as well as a MOUT 'village' for urban training and obstacle courses. These excellent facilities have been made available for many of our tactical events.

         
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  Fort Stevens State Park OR

There are many bunkers and fortified buildings in this historic Oregon State Park. Some date from the Civil War, althougth this location was an active military post until after the Second World War. The letters on the map above correspond to the pictures of several of the prominent areas shown below. Click on the map above to see a larger version.

(A)

West Battery Command Station

(B)

West Battery

     

(C)

Battery Smur

 

 

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  Camp Adair OR

Camp Adair is ...

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  Evergreen Aviation Museum

The Evergreen Aviation Museum ...

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  Biak Training Center OR

The Biak Training Center is ...

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  4-H Conference Center Salem OR

The 4-H Conference Center is ...

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  Joint Base Lewis-McChord (formerly Fort Lewis) WA

Joint Base Lewis-McChord (formerly Fort Lewis) WA is an active US Military facility providing training grounds for both regular and Guard units from across the United States and Canada, as well as units from many other nations. Located some fifteen miles south of Tacoma WA and some fifteen miles north of Olympia WA. The training grounds here include heavy woods and fields (criss-crossed with dirt roads and trails), as well as a MOUT 'village' for urban training and obstacle courses.

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  Stabler WA

The site at Stabler WA is ...

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  Camp Withycombe OR

Camp Withycombe OR is located just East of I-205 in Clackamas (South-East of Clackamas Town Center) near Portland, OR. A Disaster Recovery Center is operated in Camp Withycombe jointly by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Oregon Emergency Management. The Oregon State Defense Force (OSDF) is headquartered at Camp Withycombe. Oregon Military Museum at Camp Withycombe provides military historical displays of events concerning the Oregon National Army and Air Guard and the Oregon citizen members of all the National Military Departments.

Camp Withycombe was determined eligible for the National Register of Historic Places by the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office in July 1994. Camp Withycombe, located at the foot of Mt Talbert southeast of Portland, is a collection of National Defense facilities dating from 1903 to the late 1930s. Camp Withycombe has served as a rifle range and training ground for the Oregon National Guard for more than 80 years. The original 234-acre parcel of land was first named Camp Benson after Governor Frank W. Benson, but was later renamed Camp Withycombe during World War I for James Withycombe, the Governor during that time.

Significant contributing elements of the camp include the rifle range, a 24-station, 500-yard facility, which first opened in 1909, and several buildings constructed prior to 1940: the Mess Hall, ca. 1912 (Bldg 200), the Storage Building, 1910 (Bldg 206), the Feed Barn, 1910 (Bldg 305), two Storage Buildings, 1910 (Bldgs 308, 310), the Supply Building, 1920 (Bldg 450), a Barn, ca. 1903 (Bldg 525), and the Adjutant General's House, built in the Colonial Style in 1938, constructed by the WPA.

Camp Withycombe is significant as the site of the earliest organized firing range in the state and as a developed landscape with various architectural features, all with the common theme of National Defense. Camp Withycombe has served as a rifle range and training ground for the Oregon National Guard for more than 80 years. Land for the camp was purchased by the U.S. Government in the Spring of 1909 and the range opened for the season on May 15, 1909.

Commonly referred to as the Clackamas Rifle Range, the Camp Withycombe rifle range is one of the oldest National Defense ranges in the western part of the United States. At the time it was constructed, the Camp Withycombe rifle range was described as the most "thoroughly modern and fully equipped rifle range available". The site was hailed as "ideal for the purposes of rifle practice and competitions." It was the first on the West Coast to employ a 1000 to 1500-foot shooting range and one of the first in the country with this feature. At that time only the newest service rifles had a shooting range of this distance. The layout of the range was also carefully considered as wind and sun played an important part in target practice. Mt Talbert, to the east and north, provided some protection against the northwest wind thus minimizing any fishtailing effects. The mountain also provided a safe backdrop for the range and the flat land at the base of the mountain provided an ideal flat firing range. The range was cited as having the "perfect environment" upon its opening.

Troops from all over the state came to the town of Clackamas by the Southern Pacific Railroad and then walked to the camp where they stayed for seasonal rifle practice. The range was also the site of annual state competitions. By 1913, the Oregon Infantry placed third out of 43 in the competition, a success which was attributed to the excellent rifle range facility at Camp Withycombe.

During the early years, camp personnel were housed in tents. It was not until the Depression that many of the building were constructed with the help of the Work Projects Administration. However, some of the buildings (the storage shed and feed barn) were previously on the site prior to the government's purchase and subsequently utilized by the National Guard.

During World War I, in addition to its function as a rifle range, the camp was used to receive enlistees and also was the site where troops were mobilized at the start of the war. It served as an important headquarters for the National Guard during World War I, serving as a central supply depot and training center for the Guard. During the subsequent years, newer buildings were constructed to facilitate the needs of the Guard.

During the 1930s the camp developed as a supply depot for the National Guard. Some of the buildings on the camp property, such as the Adjutant General's house (1938), were built by the WPA during this period.

The camp still serves as a training facility, supply depot, and equipment repair facility for the National Guard. Until recently, the rifle range was regularly used for target practice by various agencies such as the State Police. Though the rifle range is now closed due to deteriorated baffles and complaints from nearby residential areas, the range retains its original layout with modifications only in the structures which shelter the close range target area. A portion of a rock retaining wall and a stone drinking foundation are located near the range, dating from the historic period.

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