WASAGA BEACH, Ontario --To
date we have over 400 re-enactors and participants registered www.wasagaundersiege1812.com (for all the details).
Everything is in place and the
activities/events we are planning for the 12th annual Wasaga under Siege taking place from August 14th – 17th
(2014) at Nancy Island Historic Site in Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada will be
the best one yet. Not only we will be celebrating the 12th annual Wasaga under Siege event but we will also be commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Nottawasaga Bay and the sinking and destruction of HMS Nancy.
Nancy Island Historic Site Grand Encampment
Thursday, Aug 14th – 10:00am to 6:00pm
Friday, Aug 15th - 10:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday, Aug 16th - 10:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday, Aug 17th - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday, Aug 16th - 10:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday, Aug 17th - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Admission - $5.00 per adult & 12 years and under -Free
The
Grand Encampment at Nancy Island Historic Site will feature over 500
re-enactors opening their living history encampments to the public along
with 19th century merchants, musket and cannon demonstrations, period
artisans & demonstrators, entertainers, music and much more.
200th Commemorative Ceremonies
Thursday, August 14th – 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location – Nancy Island Historic Site
Admission - Free
200th Anniversary - Battle of Nottawasaga Bay & the Destruction & Sinking of HMS Nancy - August 14th,
1814, (200 years ago to the day) three American ships discovered HMS
Nancy hiding up the Nottawasaga River and a short and decisive battle
ensued with the Americans winning resulting in the destruction and
sinking of HMS Nancy. Nancy Island Historic Site will be commemorating
the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Nottawasaga Bay and
the Destruction and sinking of HMS Nancy and everyone is encourage to
attend to witness and partake in this great heritage moment.
Unknown War of 1812 Veterans Grave Marker Dedication – As part of August 14th
commemoration ceremonies a Veteran of the War of 1812 plaque will be
placed at the site of the Unknown Soldier on Nancy Island to represent
all those Unknown War of 1812 veterans who survived the War and went on
to help develop this great country.
Ceremonies
will include First Nation participation, musical tributes, VIP speeches
and the ringing of one of the original ships bell involved in the
battle signifying 200 years of peace between nations.
US Brig Niagara Sail Past & Battle
Friday, August 15th – 6:30pm
Location - Beach Area 1 & 2 - Admission - Free
The
US Brig Niagara was one of three ships that participated in the
original battle and was directly responsible for the destruction and
sinking of HMS Nancy. Come relive history as the roar of cannons and
gunfire once again echo through the air along the world’s longest
freshwater beach. The US Brig Niagara will be sailing over from
Collingwood to participate in the evening battle and during the day will
offer deck tours for the public while berthed in Collingwood.
Skirmish in the Woods!
Friday, August 15th - 7:00pm - Fictional Battle
Location - Beach Area 2 - Admission - Free
American
scouting and foraging parties have been sent ashore for firewood and
reconnaissance in search of any signs of British forces and the Schooner
Nancy hidden up the Nottawasaga River. British pickets have already
alerted Lt. Worsley of the American presence and re-enforcements have
been sent out to stop the American advance and hopefully discovering the
Nancy.
Gunboats on the River
Friday, August 15th - 7:45pm
Location – Nottawasaga River
American
gunboats have been dispatched up the river to survey defences of the
British. British gunboats and shore batteries await the Americans as the
roar of cannons and muskets thunder across the water. Battle takes
place on the Nottawasaga River, between the Main St. Bridge and Nancy
Island Historic Site.
The Americans have Landed!
Saturday, August 16th - 2:00pm - Fictional Battle
Location - Beach Area 2 - Admission - Free
The
Americans unprepared for the previous evening battle have re-grouped
and landed with force as they come closer and closer to detecting HMS
Nancy. Once again Lt. Worsley and his small force will try and hold off
the Americans and avoid detection. Will they succeed?
Gunboats on the River
Saturday, August 16th - 2:45pm
Location – Nottawasaga River
American
gunboats have been dispatched up the river to survey defences of the
British. British gunboats and shore batteries await the Americans as the
roar of cannons and muskets thunder across the water. Battles take
place on the Nottawasaga River, between the Main St. Bridge and Nancy
Island Historic Site.
US Brig Niagara Sail Past & Battle
Saturday, August 16th – 6:30pm
Location - Beach Area 1 & 2 - Admission - Free
The
US Brig Niagara was one of three ships that participated in the
original battle and was directly responsible for the destruction and
sinking of HMS Nancy. Come relive history as the roar of cannons and
gunfire once again echo through the air along the world’s longest
freshwater beach. The US Brig Niagara will be sailing over from
Collingwood to participate in the evening battle and during the day will
offer deck tours for the public while berthed in Collingwood.
Defending H.M.S. Nancy!
Saturday, August 16th - 7:00pm - Historical Battle
Location – Beach Area 2
Having
successfully staled the American advance hours earlier and believing
that the Nancy's hiding place is still safe; Lt. Worsley was unaware
that the tall masts of his ship had been spotted by American troops
during the day battle and a full scale American assault was being
planned to capture his ship. Lt. Worsley did all he could to defend her
from the American onslaught. Badly outnumbered the Nancy was destroyed
in battle, though its defenders escaped upstream to fight another day.
Gunboats on the River
Saturday, August 16th - 7:45pm
Location – Nottawasaga River
American
gunboats have been dispatched up the river to survey defences of the
British. British gunboats and shore batteries await the Americans as the
roar of cannons and muskets thunder across the water. Battle takes
place on the Nottawasaga River, between the Main St. Bridge and Nancy
Island Historic Site.
War of 1812 Bicentennial Fireworks
Saturday, August 16th – Dusk
Location: Nottawasaga River
Fireworks, cannon fire and the musical finale of the 1812 overture will engulf the Nottawasaga River as part of the 200th
commemoration ceremonies. Best viewing for the fireworks presentation
will be down river from Nancy Island Historic Site near or on the Main
Street Bridge.
Gunboats on the River
Sunday, August 17th – 1:00pm
American
gunboats have been dispatched up the river to survey defences of the
British. British gunboats and shore batteries await the Americans as the
roar of cannons and muskets thunder across the water. Battle takes
place on the Nottawasaga River, between the Main St. Bridge and Nancy
Island Historic Site.
Avenging the Nancy!
Sunday, August 17th - 2:00pm - Fictional
The
Americans having obtained their objective in destroying the Nancy, have
left behind two small ships and crew to guard the mouth of the
Nottawasaga River. Lt. Worsley having re-supplied rowboats with goods
and ammunition from an upstream depot; must first clear the way for his
rowboats to safely pass and re-supply besieged Fort Mackinac. Forcing
the Americans to once again land and fight, Lt. Worsley will have the
final taste of victory as British cold steel and Native support save the
day!
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