Florida State Troopers control the handicapped parking area and have total control over who parks there. Don't argue with them and don't try to fool them. There are many daily scheduled activities for your enjoyment and the following paragraphs will provide some advice on how to make the best use of your time. Friday Friday is the day when thousands of students invade the site with their teachers and parents to learn more about the Civil War. There are medical , cavalry, artillery and infantry demonstrations.
Some students are here just to roam, talk to the reenactors and absorb history.
Others have definite history assignments they are working on, everything from books to audio and photographic projects. Home school parents can contact the Park Service directly. Saturday Unless you must witness the scripted reenactment of the Battle of Olustee, Saturday is the best day for spectators. In addition, the crowds will be smaller than on Sunday. And after the battle, why rush to wait in the lines at the bus pickup points when you can take your time ambling through the camps watching the reenactors rest up and clean their weapons after fighting and dying .