[MR] How Parts of the North are getting to Blackstone Raids.

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As you all know, Their Majesties have put the call out for Blackstone 
Raids for anyone who can attend.  It looks like there will be at least 
20 from the Great Northern Army attending, Baron Jurgen's Baronial Army 
under the Command of Max Von Halstern will be bringing at least 10, and 
I think there will be at least 10 from other parts of the Northern 
Army.  I know that there are other Baronies, Great Houses and Warbands 
answering the call of the King.  His Excellency and Max are trying to 
make it easier for people to get there.   I am forwarding the below for 
Kat, the Beneficiarius Militaribus for this great muster for the King 
from  Ponte Alto.

Anyone, if you are coming please bring your Banners and surcoats so 
that the Northern Army and Atlantia can make a great showing on the 
field for both King and Kingdom.

As we learn the layout of the event site the Northern Army, the Hammer 
of Atlantia will muster along with the rest of the Kingdom Army prior 
to the days battles.

We all look forward to seeing, fighting beside and socializing with 
anyone who can make it.

I remain

Sir Guy

please pass this on as you see fit.

<<Greetings!

Tis is the last general notice I will be sending out about Blackstone 
Raid.  Promise!
As you know, his Highness has requested the support of Atlantia in 
making a showing at this war between the Midrealm and Æthelmearc.
Blackstone Raid will be held at the Cedar Lakes Conference Center in 
Ripley, West Virginia from April 24th-27th.  www.cedarlakes.com

More information on the event itself can be found at 
http://www.blackstoneraid.org/

**A headcount has been requested.  If you are planning to attend and we 
haven't talked at all, please drop me a quick email so we have an idea 
of how many folks from our area we can expect.**
For those who are interested in traveling together, a caravan is 
leaving Lemon Road Elementary School (the Ponte Alto fighter practice 
location) on Friday at 6:00 p.m. This will put us at the event site 
just shy of midnight, traffic willing.

Regardless of your interest in caravanning, if you have room in your 
vehicle for an extra person, or if you will need a ride to the event, 
please let me know at dreadpiratekat at gmail.com so I can coordinate 
those who need a ride with those who have a seat.
**Also, one individual has asked if someone has space in their vehicle 
for his armor and weapons (spear included).  If you do, please let me 
know so I can put you in touch.**

  There are still a handful of rooms available on site.  As of this 
morning, there are seven motel-style rooms with two twin beds each, and 
these run $44 per night.  To reserve a room, please call the Cedar 
Lakes Conference Center at 304-372-7860.  Dormitory bunk space may 
still be available, and must be arranged through the event itself: 
http://www.blackstoneraid.org/ .  There are also a few hotels in 
Ripley.  Please contact me if you would like more details about those.


We are planning on sharing an off-board meal together on Saturday 
evening, either in or near Ripley.  If anyone is familiar with the town 
and has a restaurant recommendation, please speak up!
For people planning to leave early Sunday morning, please join us for 
breakfast at 8:00 at the local Bob Evans (3 Carter Point, Ripley).
As noted, my email address is dreadpiratekat at gmail.com for any 
questions or comments.  I check this throughout the day.

 Thanks again,
Kat (Beneficiarius Militaribus)>>

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