[MR] Wastelands - June 23-25

Wed May 31 07:13:19 PDT 2006

Wastelands

June 23-25, 2006

In the past months, we have seen war rage in the Kingdom of Gleann Abhann.  We celebrated great victories and mourned our losses.  Rumors have now reached the ears of His Majesty Michael and His Highness Ragnarr that war will rage yet again between the Kingdoms of the East and the Middle.  As we gear up to again take up arms in support of our Sovereigns, we look to find solace while we can.  We look to the Wastelands.an oasis in the heart of our fair lands, a meeting place for the fierce enemies and loyal friends alike to gather in peace for a day of tournament, feasting, and fun.  

Martial Activities:

For those who are martially inclined, there are scenarios planned for heavy fighting, rapier, and target archery.a day of competition for everyone:

Heavy activities will include a 3 man bear-pit tourney, with only one Knight per team.  For further information; please contact Baron Marc d'Aubigny at dgreen7 at bellsouth.net for more information.

For Archery information, please contact Lord Storm at elys.storm at gmail.com

For those with other martial activities in mind, Lord Greylond Crow will be holding a "Dice Tourney".  For any questions or further information, please contact him at oneicrow at juno.com 

Arts & Sciences Activities:

Competitions: (documentation required)

1. Transportable items - (break down beds, lighter chests, food transportation, carts and wagons, etc.)

2. Use of Camels in any form

Open Display of ongoing projects, or Works in Progress are always welcome, no documentation necessary.

Classes:

1. Mideastern Clothing - (THLord Asim al Talib) Hands on how to for choosing fabric, cutting and assembling period Middle Eastern clothing.

2. Hemming Veils - How to make a rolled hem for finishing edges of veils, hankies, etc.  We will supply fabric, needles and thread.

3. Beaded Fringe - Beaded fringe is a wonderful addition to the ends of veils, to give them weight, stability and flair.  $3 fee or bring your own container of seed beads, thread and needle.

4. Intro to Mideastern Dancing - Lady Reyna Caumlo

5. Intro to Drumming - THLord Edward Shirebrook

6. Rolled hems.  Lady Maeve Griffinsward

7. Do I want to be a Herald?:  A brief overview of the duties of Atlantian heralds for branches and at-large positions. Also, discussion on how the SCA uses heraldry and networking for the future.  Lord William and Lady Gise

8. Protocol; The Importance: Having trouble telling the kings from the dukes? The baronesses from the countesses? We will discuss how to recognize the rank of people in the SCA and the proper forms of address and reverence due each.  Lord William.

Please contact Mistress Susanna von Schweissguth with any questions at needleznpinz at charter.net.

Costs:

     Day Trip Only
     w/Camping

      Adult, member
     $7.00
     $3.00

      Child (5-17)
     $4.00
     $3.00

Feast is $6.00 per seat (regardless of age)

$3.00 Non-member surcharge applies to adults only

Site:

Elchenburg Castle, 2239 Center Road, Booneville, NC  27011.  The site is WET, with room for both period and modern tenting (There are no cabins on site) Site opens at 5pm on Friday and closes at 1pm on Sunday.  Pets are allowed, on leash.  If field space will be needed, please email the autocrat with your information.

Feast:

A scrumptious feast celebrating the "Caravan" culture will be provided by Lady Graciela Esperanza Anais Romero de Seville.  

Please direct dietary concerns and questions to her at MysticSableWolf at hotmail.com.  

As we will be in the wastelands, we will employ the true Ottoman style of enjoying feast.  We ask that gentles please bring pillows and carpets, if you are interested in eating in that fashion.  If you are unable to or prefer other arrangements, we ask that you please bring your benches or chairs, and tables will be provided.  If you could please make note of your preference, in your reservations, it would be most appreciated.

Please note:

Feast space will only be sold in advance.  There will be no seats for feast available at the door.  If you would like to be notified when your reservation has been received, please include your email address and make note of your request with your reservations.

Merchants:

As even the nomadic tribes needed to stop at markets for many of their supplies, merchants are most welcome.  There are no additional site fees but we ask that you please contact the autocrat so room can be set for you..

Autocrat:

Baronne Alianor atte Red Swanne   redswanne at bellsouth.net.  (336-273-4931 or 336-549-6020)

Reservations:

Please send reservations to:  Lady Aelfwynn av Bornholm (Angel Nation - dragonmom at isp.com.  336-994-2021) 4267 NC Hwy 8 South, Walnut Cove, NC  27052.  Checks may be made payable to Canton of Hindscroft/SCA Inc.  

Check in will run Friday at 5pm till midnight, Sat. 8am till 3pm

Directions:

>From the south: Take your best route to I-77 North. Take exit 82 and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. *Proceed less than a mile and turn right onto Messick Rd. Proceed to the end of Messick Rd, and turn left on Center Road. Approx 8 miles later is a BP gas station on the left. 1.4 miles past the BP station, turn right at the first castle on the right on a gravel road. Signs will be posted. 

>From Hwy 421(coming east from Winston Salem): Travel to exit 259 Reavis Rd. Turn left onto Reavis Rd. Travel .8  miles to stop sign. Turn right. Travel .5 mile and turn left onto Center Rd.  Travel 3 miles and turn left onto Willow Spring Ln.

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