Walker County is getting ready for a once in a lifetime event this fall. The 150th Anniversary reenactment of the Battle of Chickamauga is set for September 20-22.

It's expected to bring an estimated 15 thousand re-enactors to Mountain Cove Farm in Mclemore Cove.  The re-enactment is sponsored by the Blue-Gray Alliance and local motels are filling fast. 

Walker County Commissioner Bebe Heiskell said workers are preparing for a huge crowd at Mountain Cove Farm, a portion of which was purchased by the county several years ago.  

 A big project is construction of facilities for a campground and RV park, with facilities for everything from pop-up campers to million dollar motor coaches. It's being prepared in a former orchard behind the farm buildings. 

Work also is underway to upgrade interiors of the cabins and manor house on the property, with the adjacent show barn, country store and other structures. The Commissioner sees Mountain Cove Farm as a corporate retreat and conference destination, as well as a venue for weddings and other special events. 

Work is also undersay