Havin’ a Ball, 1860′s Style.
You will think you stepped back in time at this Vintage Baseball Game played at Fort Vancouver. Not only are the players in costume, even the fans get into character. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and even the band, dressed in 1860′s attire.
This gloveless game with wooden bats is played by very different rules. “Striker to the line”, means the batter is up. He takes a couple of practice swings and then shows the hurler (pitcher) where … [Continue reading this Article]
Children ages 8-12 are introduced to archaeology by participating in a “mock dig” at Fort Vancouver, Saturday, July 25 at 11:00 am. As they excavate and screen with the help of park staff and volunteers, kids will map their artifact finds and record their data.
Angie Simas
Christie Walker