National Encampment 2025 gear is available and ready to order.
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FRATERNITY – CHARITY – LOYALTY
Camp 2 was invited to participate in Conroe Founder’s Day on March 15 in Conroe, TX, an annual event held in memory of Union Civil War veteran and city founder Captain Isaac Conroe, 12th IL Cavalry. City Council member Shana Arthur gave us a glowing introduction and read the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Day proclamation from Mayor Duke Coon. PCC John Vander Meulen addressed the gathering and spoke about the importance of honoring our history. As the ceremony drew to a close the Camp 2 Honor Guard fired an impeccable 3-round volley followed by the playing of taps.
The Organizing Committee presented Camp 2 with a letter and generous donation acknowledging our first-time participation, for which we are very grateful. Unfortunately our video cameras malfunctioned (everyone had AV problems) and we did not have a photographer, so all we have is the audio of Brother Vander Meulen’s remarks and this one picture to commemorate what a truly great event it was.
The Honor Guard was led by Captain Robert Riley and Drummer William Myers. The firing party included CC Daniel Pourreau, PDC Michael Lance, Michael Rappe and JVC Jason Hoffman.
6:30 PM – Reception for Commander-in-Chief Kevin Martin and Rosemary Martin, National President, Auxiliary to Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War.
Location – Summerwood in NE Houston
8:00 AM – Setup at Holy Cross Church
11:00 AM – À la carte luncheon at Goode Company BBQ
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM – Department Encampment
This year members will have the opportunity to register and pay electronically.
The reception on Friday evening promises to be a lively event. All Encampment participants, guests and members of the Allied Orders are welcome.
Camp Commanders, bring your Camp flag and stand as well as your Camp Charter and display easel.
Questions should be directed to Dept. Secretary Don Gates or Dept. JVC John Vander Meulen
Courtyard by Marriot, Houston Northeast at 120 N Redemption Square Rd, Houston, TX 77044 is 2 miles from the reception on Friday and 30 miles from the Encampment location.
If you prefer to stay closer to the events on Saturday a Google search shows both these hotels within 1 mile of Holy Cross Lutheran Church where the Encampment will be held.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston, located off Interstate 10 at 7625 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024.
Crowne Plaza Houston Galleria, located off interstate 10 at 7611 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024.
