FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Here we will attempt to answer any questions you might have about the event and the process
Q. Is lunch provided at the Reunion?
A. No. There will be a break during the business session for attendees to go out and get lunch locally. In years back, there was a lunch provided by the Hilton which consisted of cold cuts and cheeses. Most people didn't like the food and chose to patronize one of the local eateries for lunch. This year, we were quoted any where from $30 to $50 per person for lunch. This would have driven the cost per person for the Reunion to at least $75, so we decided not to. The Hilton will also not allow outside caterers to come and feed us.
Q. Do I have to stay at the hotel?
A. No. There is no requirement to stay at the hotel to attend the Reunion. If you drove to the Reunions at Trenton the morning of and went home after, you could in all likelihood do the same for this reunion. We hope you'll stay for the Banquet, but again, there is no requirement to stay at the hotel to attend the Reunionor the Banquet.
Q. Do I have to register online?
A. No. There is no requirement to register online. Although it is more convenient for you and requires less work for us, you can register however you see fit. There are instructions on the Registration page on how to download the form and mail it in.
Q. Who is doing all the planning for this Reunion?
A. This Reunion is being planned by the Col. Samuel St. George Rogers Camp 1865 located in Marion County. We sent a proposal to the Division Commander and Executive Council to host the event per the Division Charter Article V. The proposal was voted on by the Division leadership and accepted. Although we are working closely with the Division on certain aspects of the Reunion, planning of the Reunion is ultimately our responsibility.
Q. Who is financially responsible for this Reunion?
A. This Reunion is being funded by the Col. Samuel St. George Rogers Camp 1865. There are NO DIVISION FUNDS being used to put on this Reunion. Camp 1865 bears all financial responsibility and liability for this Reunion. Any expenses in excess of the money raised are the responsibility of Camp 1865.
Q. Where do I choose my Banquet entree?
A. As of February 11, 2025, we do not have a place for you to choose an entree for the Banquet. Because of fluctuating food prices and availability, the Hilton has not offered the ability to make final food choices yet. Once we have this information, we will get it out to everyone who purchases Banquet tickets via email and via this website. We do know that the Banquet will be a buffet with a choice of entrees and a nice selection of side dishes.
Q. What about events on Friday night and Saturday morning? I heard something about a cigar and whiskey reception and a prayer breakfast.
A. Camp 1865 is working on a location for a Friday night reception event as well as a Sunday morning prayer breakfast event. These events are NOT considered Division events, but rather Camp 1865 events. We had a location for a Friday evening event that has since been booked, so we are working on an alternate location. We are also finalizing plans for a Sunday morning prayer breakfast at the Hilton. We will make the announcements about these events on this website, and will link you to the Camp 1865 website for registration and payment when everything is finalized.
Q. What does the 2025 Reunion Challenge Coin look like?
A. See below. They can be purchased on the Registration Form for $15 each.
(Quantities Limited)
Front
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Q. Will there be vendors at the event?
A. No. The Hilton Ocala's policy about the Confederate Battle Flag states that they must be kept in the main room and not visible by the general public and other hotel guests. Therefore, any vendor would not be able to sell or display any merchandise with the battle flag on it. We would have to rent a large room for them which would cost us more than we could recover in vendor fees. The return on investment was negative, so we decided not to have vendors.