[MR] Cavalry Games at Midsummer's Twilight Tourney

[Desiree Johnson]

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  Cavalry Tournament Information
  Event: Midsummer’s Twilight Tourney
  Site: Person County Group Homes 363 Jerry Dixon Road, Leasburg, NC 27291
  Date: June 16-18, 2006
   
  The Canton of Buckston on Eno is hosting a weekend of tournaments and revelry which include two cavalry competitions , a wildflower hunt and a war practice during these days. Anyone honing their skills for the war that is looming on the western horizon of our hosts would be well advised to attend this weekend for training and new skills. All wishing to participate in the cavalry portion of the event must send in their registration and appropriate money order to the Cavalry Marshal in Charge by June 14, 2006. Please check the schedule of cavalry events and rules before submitting your registration form. Any questions should be directed to Lady Ursala de Nunez at draco7a at yahoo.org or at 864-306-9036. 
   
  Schedule of Activities
  Friday
  Marshal in Charge (MIC) will be on site and ready to check in competitors and horses at 6pmand will remain on site until 1 pm Sunday afternoon. 
  6:00 pm Horses may start arriving on site.
  7:00 pm Field Set Up
  Arena has lights and may be used at main barn with prior arrangements. Notify MIC if you have an interest in riding on Friday evening.
  Saturday
   
  7:45 am Procession to the Tournament Field from Barn.
  8:00 am MOL Waivers and Tournament Sign Up.
  Equipment Inspection for those bringing personal games equipment.
  Warm Up
  9:30 am Midsummer’s Morning Tournament
  11:00 am Procession to the Barn from the Tournament Field
  11:15 am Liability Class (30 minutes) (Must complete to authorize.)
  3:45 pm Wildflower Hunting (Trail Ride around Farm Ventures)
  5:00 pm Break 
  6:30 pm Procession from Barn to Tournament Field
  7:00 pm Midsummer’s Eve Challenge Course
  8:30 pm Procession to the Barn
  Sunday
  Windmaster’s Hill Fighter/Cavalry Practice
  8:00 am Procession to Practice Field
  11:00 am. Cavalry Practice Ends and All Riders Process to the Barn.
  1:00 pm All Horses Off Site
   
   
   
   
  Registration Form
  Modern Name_____________________________________________________
  SCA Name________________________________________________________
  Mailing Address_____________________________________________________
  Telephone ______________________________
  Email:__________________________________
  Emergency Contact(other than self)_____________________________________________________
  If you are bringing a horse to the site:
  When will you be arriving:______________________________
  Number of horses being brought with you: _______________
  Length or trailer used for hauling: ______________________
  Will you be staying overnight with your horse:______________
  If you wish to rent a horse:
  Due to the price of fuel and other things the rental is $90 for the day. Please keep in mind that the hourly rate for trail horses at most stables starts at $30 per hour. Rental can be split between riders according to the level of activity expected of the rental horses which is governed by SCA regulations. When a rental horse is secured for you, a money order must be received by June 14, 2006 to secure your rental. Money orders must be made out to the wrangler NOT the Marshal in Charge. 
  Authorization Level:____________________
  Your height:_____________
  Your weight:_____________
  Do you wish to share rental?_______________
  Marshal In Charge will send you the rental amount and wranglers name when a horse has been selected for you. If you wish to practice on Sunday that is an additional rental fee as it is a new day but only a half day.
  Please Read before Arriving on Site:
    All horses must have a current proof of negative coggins and if transported from out of the state a certificate of health per SCA regulations. Those not having this paperwork must leave the premises.
  Horses that are known kickers and biters will not be allowed to participate.
  Stallions are not allowed on site.
  Minors (17 years and younger) must have appropriate paperwork submitted by June 14, 2006, must have a parent with them while on the horse and must have an ASTM approved helmet and appropriate footwear.
  All adults participating must sign the appropriate waivers for themselves or show a blue card. They must have on appropriate footwear while around the horses and it is recommended that an ASTM approved helmet be worn while riding.
  All riders competing must be an authorized rider in the Kingdom of Atlantia or be prepared to complete the authorization process.
  This is a DRY site. No alcohol is permitted. Anyone with alcohol must leave the site.
  Schedule will be strictly followed. The road between the barn and the field of competition is a public road in which people may be driving or walking. SCA minimal regulations apply. Horses going to and from the field must have a marshal of the horse present and announcing their progress, bells on the harness and/or someone leading the horse. 
  Be advised that site hounds will be coursing in the morning and possibly close to the cavalry field. Coursing usually involves a single hound chasing a plastic bag on a motorized runner. Be sure that your horse is acclimated before arriving at the event to plastic bags, it’s noises and dogs.
  The Cavalry Marshal In Charge is Lady Ursala de Nunez, Central Regional Deputy Earl Marshal of the Horse in the Kingdom of Atlantia. She can be contacted at draco7a at yahoo.com or by phone at 864-306-9036 (home) or 864-608-9740 (cell). Mailing address is 115 Philpot Plantation Drive, Easley, SC 29640.
  Thank you and happy riding!

		
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