January 14th , 2012 General Meeting @ Stovepipe Wells, CA March 10 th, 2012 General Meeting @ Ridgecrest, CA View Calendar Read our Blog or view Photos by clicking below: Due to construction, many of our events will be held at new locations. Please read our President's message for more information: Pre-Encampment: November 6th-8th, 2011 Many activities take place before the official Encampment begins including: 4X4 tours Fiddle Music Horseshoe Tournament Southwest Mining, Minerals, Lapidary & Craft Show Historic Tours of Furnace Creek Inn Pampered Pet Parade Films and Patio Talks Encampment: November 9th-13th, 2011 Official Encampment events begin Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 and run until Sunday, November 13th. A large variety of family-friendly Events take place during this time. All visitors are welcome to attend the Death Valley '49ers Annual Meeting on the last day of the Encampment, Sunday, November 13th, 1:00 P.M. at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center Auditorium. Please remember that Death Valley '49ers Membership is required for all participation events. To learn more about how to become a member please visit our Membership and Benefits page.   tickets Your membership gets you in Along with other benefits, a one year membership to the Death Valley '49ers gives you access to all Encampment activities! A membership can be purchased on this website or at any membership booth during the Encampment. Everyone participating in Encampment activities must present their membership badge. Visit our Membership page to learn more about our organization and how to become a member. We look forward to having you join us!