Minuteman Corps of California
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Camp Vigilance California
Boulevard, CA 91905
Camp Vigilance is the home of the Minutemen Corps of California. Our camp hosts various border security groups, including MCDC & BPAUX . It is Located on an active smuggling trail and only 2.5 miles from the Mexican border. Since April 2006, more than 850+ illegal's have crossed through or around our camp while we are on duty.
"Camp V" is a private 8 acre, 3 building complex surrounded by 170 acres of private land in the high desert of East San Diego County. The Camp sits 3,652 feet above sea level. It features an 1856 Stagecoach depot (under renovation), a Communications Center and a Studio Apartment.
Open to all registered MCDC minutemen with ID.
IF YOU HAVE NOT GOTTEN YOUR ID, EMAIL US!
Call 619-766-9094 or 619-567-4110
Muster schedules are available at this link: http://my.calendars.net/campv/
reservations@campvigilance.com
Reservations are on a first in basis, so make them early to get a spot at camp please! Lack of planning on your behalf does not constitute panic on our part to get you a spot! PLAN AHEAD!
Let us know what your requirements, elec, water, dump, length, access.
Costs:
We offer the following camping facilities: Full RV hookups (6), Inside bunks room (4+), tent area 100+, one bedroom studio $40.00/night (bring your own bedding, towels etc), 20 Dry RV Hookups.
RV 20-25/day, Tenting $10/day Bunk House $10/day, dinners $7.00 each per person, Sunday Breakfast is usually about $4.00. Monthly muster RV full hookup rate is $400.00(H2o, Elec, dump). Weekly RV full hookups $125.00
Also we have a wonderful 26' 5th wheel for $50.00 per night so now you won't have to stay in one of the local hotels! (Also bring own Bedding & towels).
We can also provide FREE dry storage for your RV or travel trailer for members of MCDC or BPAUX only! So now when gas is so high, and storage costs for parking your RV or trailer are well over $100.00+ a month, you can park your RV or trailer at camp in the DRY storage area, then drive down in to camp in your "Smart Car" and avoid paying the storage fees and high gas prices. We will have a on-site caretaker who will be watching over the property also. Plus you can get this if you attend at least one muster per quarter! What a deal, you can also come down to camp and enjoy the camp on off weekends and only pay the regular hookup fees. Contact us for more information on this.
For security purposes, have your Minuteman ID or ID# handy when you enter the property as you may be challenged to provide it before you continue into the camp area. This is for everyone's safety and security.
Please take the time to make reservations, it makes planning meals a lot easier for all of us!
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Accommodations in the area:
Lux Inn
(619) 766-9005 39739 Avenida De Robles Verses
Boulevard CA 11.3 miles $81.75
Pine Valley Inn Motel
(619) 473-8560 28944 Old Highway 80
Pine Valley CA 15.2 miles
$60 week night, $70 weekend
Live Oak Springs Resort (recommended but pricey)
37820 Old Highway 80
Boulevard, CA
Phone: 619-766-4288
Spa/Massage, Kitchen, Fireplace, Hot Tub, Bicycling, Fishing, Resort
Alpine Country Cottages Motel
(619) 445-3448 2635 Alpine Blvd.
Alpine CA 23 miles
$70 night Two night minimum on weekends
Country Inn by Ayres Alpine (40 miles away)
1251 Tavern Rd
Alpine, CA
Phone: 619-445-5800
Price: $100.0 - $109.00
On Expedia.com there are eight motels listed in El Cajon ranging from $50 to $87 a night. It is further away but might have to be used if people cannot find other accommodations.
Gear to bring (if you have them)
This is the high desert. Our operational area is at 3,000 ft above sea level. Warm! days Cool Nights.
Camera, Video camera, Binoculars, personal items,
Personal Food and Water ( very limited local stores/restaurants) We provide excellent evening meals and Sunday brunch at camp for a small donation.
Extra Water. Recommended consumption in the day is 1 liter per hour.
Flashlight with batteries (preferably red lens)
Layers of clothing. warm during the day (70-95). Cool at night(50-60)
Desert boots & Foot warmers for your shoes( Coleman makes some really good ones and they are cheap)
Lawn Chair, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Sleeping Bag & blankets, Hat, Chap-stick
Night vision binoculars (if you have them) Don't waste your money on Generation 1 Night Vision. You will be disappointed. We have several Generation 3 NVG's for use and a Thermal Vision Scope. If you are compelled to buy your own send an email to steveg@usnightvision.com He will hook you up with an incredible Minuteman rate. He also has body armor and other assorted gear if you are so inclined.
Minuteman ID (if you haven’t received we will make you one at registration)
Cell Phone
Book or Magazines
Sidearm (recommended not required)
First Aid Kit
IF you must bring your pet, remember it must be on a short leash at all times!
Just a Reminder
No children are allowed. You must be a minimum of 18 years old participate.
If you plan to bring your pet, you must keep them restrained (cage, leash, etc..) HIGHLY RECOMMEND getting your dog vaccinated for rattlesnake bites with booster (see your local vet) and rattlesnake proofing
No Confederate Flags. Don't know why you'd want to bring one anyway but this goes for all flags: The only flags flying will be the American Flag, The State Flag of CA and the POW MIA Flag. Period. Anyone bringing any other flags to the border or camp or seen desecrating any other flag of any other country will be asked to leave immediately
No Full Camouflage Clothing per the SOP. NO camouflage shirts or jackets please. Border Patrol and National Guard has advised us that anyone in full camouflage or camouflage uppers will be considered hostile. The media focuses on the camouflage and loves to portray us as a bunch of gun toting red-neck militia. Obviously we are not. Let’s not give them anything to use. In our locale, tan clothing is all the camouflage you need.
No display of long arms, rifles or shotguns. Side arms are for personal protection only and must remain holstered at all times. No round in the chamber. STATE LAW PROVIDES FOR LEGAL OPEN CARRY OF SIDE ARMS ON GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE LAND. Observe all State, Federal and Local laws when it comes to firearms.
We continue to exist as a viable force in this debate because of strict adherence to our SOP. If you need a reminder, please visit http://www.minutemanhq.com/hq/sop.php
Many of you have served on the border with us before. Some procedures may have changed for increased safety and security. Please review operating procedures with your group leader.
Border Watch Duty can be strenuous and demanding. If you have a medical condition that prevents you from participating in some activities please let your group leader know. All information is confidential. we will help plan an experience for you at the border that is safe and rewarding.
We have a wish list for you to donate items to camp, it can be found here:
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