Minuteman Corps of California
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Est. 2006
The Minuteman Corps of California is a non profit California corporation that works to secure the American border from the illegal entrance of people, narcotics and foreign military into this country. We are a non-partisan, group of American citizens from all regions of the world who have a common goal to protect our country from anyone entering the country illegally. We work closely with many groups along our borders in an effort to observe, record and report any persons who may attempt to enter this country or to do harm to it.
Our members vary in age from 18-86, from many nationalities, religions
and ethnic backgrounds. Many of our members are self employed business
men & women, retired military, retired law enforcement, teachers and
just everyday people who may live next to you and you don't even know
it.
We will strive to maintain a strong presence along all of our borders,
and meet the challenges as they arise in order to keep America safe for
you, our families, our friends and the American Citizens of this great
country as long as needed. We are a politically motivated, security
concerned group of fine American citizens and legal immigrants who will
not tolerate our government's lack of responsibility in protecting it's
citizens by endangering any American Citizen because of their failure to
address national security issues. We will do our best to make our voices
known at public rallies, through legislation, and various other legal
ways to ensure that our local, state and federal government agencies and
representatives are upholding their sworn oaths to protect American
Citizens.
On regular basis we come together for what we call musters at our
southern border where we have a private 8 acre campground called Camp
Vigilance. This campground consists of 8 acres, a communicating center,
bunk house, meeting rooms, training facilities, camping & RV areas for
our members only.
About our Camp Vigilance is the home of the Minutemen Corps of California. Our camp hosts various border security groups, including MCCI & BPAUX
and other groups that would like to partake in California Border operations. It is Located on an active smuggling trail and only 2.5 miles from the Mexican border. Since April 2006, more than
1000+ 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 and vetted minutemen with ID.
Muster schedules are available at this link: http://my.calendars.net/campv/
reservations@campvigilance.com
Chapter leadership/membership information and questions may be directed to: steve.giraud@bpaux.org or by calling Steve Giraud at 707-769-8633
los Angeles chapter director: Tony Dolz, 310-371-7500, Email: tony@dolz.com
Sacramento chapter director: Joni Tofanelli, 530-367-2189
Sonoma County California chapter director: Bill Gifford, email: mcdcsoco@yahoo.com
Central Coast Chapter Director: Paula James, Email: p.james5@verizon.net
East Bay Chapter Director: Steve Russell & Bruce Lessor
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We have set up various ways that you can help support Camp Vigilance thru PayPal, you do not need a PayPal account to participate in any of these donations, just click on the link in the box you want and it will take you to our PayPal area where you can make your donations. These donations help us plan our income and expenses for the up coming months, and your donations are greatly appreciated by all of us.
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Subscription Plan
The Lincoln PlanWe have set up a subscription plan (The Lincoln Plan) where you can have as little as $5 per month donated to Camp Vigilance on your debit or credit card. 100% of the donations go to helping keep Camp Vigilance going, to keep the fight to secure our borders alive here in CA. If you would like to help, please click the below link and you will be taken to a secure web page where you can sign up for a monthly donation to help us out. And thank you! |
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We are in need of people to do FUNDRAISING EVENTS in 2010! Please step up to the platform and throw your name into the hat for this, Camp runs on $$$, and we need your help in all of our funding efforts. |
COMING to camp and want to make a reservation?
click here to fill out our online reservation information
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!
Let us know what your requirements, elec, water, dump, length, access, bunk.
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 + electric, Tenting $10/day Bunk House $10/day, dinners $7.00 each per person or $20.00 for the whole weekend, 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+electric of $1.00/day
Also we have a wonderful 26' 5th wheel for $40.00 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 MCCI 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 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!
DIRECTIONS:
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Accommodations in the area:
Pine Valley Inn Motel
(619) 473-8560 28944 Old Highway 80
Pine Valley CA 15.2 miles
$60 week night, $70 weekend
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.
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.
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