August 29 to September 1, Holcomb Valley. Holcomb Valley Rendezvous in San Bernardino National Forest near Big Bear Lake expects 150 lodges, 600 in period dress. Admission: $5. Directions: Dick Brenton, The Frontloader, 16870 Merrill Ave., Fontana 92335; (714) 829-9077. download info

October 11 to 13, fresno. Eleventh Annual Joe Walker Rendezvous expects two dozen lodges, 300 in period dress at the Fresno Peace Officers' Range at State 99 and Herndon Avenue. Donna Johnson, 4128 E. Thomas St., Fresno 93702; (209) 486-7256.

October 12 and 13, November 16 and 17, Sacramento. Sutter's Fort. Similar to June 22 and 23 event, page 101.

November 29 and November, December 1, Felton. Fourth Mountain Man Encampment at Roaring Camp expects 20 lodges and 100 in costume. Action is 10 to 5 daily, with demonstrations of trapping, tanning, basket weaving, plus food and music of the 1830s. Admission: $3. From State 17, take Mount Hermon or Big Basin exit and drive west 3 miles to Felton; (408) 335-4484.