[Ponte Alto] Tournament of Chivalry and Blackstone Raids.

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Thank you for everyone who came to the event.  Fighters and not 
fighters alike.

We had around 80 fighters, 20 oif which were Knights.

It was a pleasure to get to know those fighters that I had not met 
before and to fight with them as well as those fighters who I did know 
and got to see again.

I know I was very pleased at what I saw/experienced and the Kights had 
the time to assess those we fight with.  We had many pleasant surpirses.

Looking forward to other events where I can do the same.

For those trying to get to Blackstone Raids from the North,  Ponte Alto 
is doing the following I took this from their list.

Greetings! This is another update for Blackstone Raid:
The King has requested the support of Atlantia in making a showing at 
this war between the Midrealm and Aethelmark. As the Expeditionary 
Corps, we are helping to coordinate transportation, hotel, and meals, 
so that as many people as possible can attend.
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/
For those who are interested in traveling together, we have arranged a 
caravan to leave our area on Friday the 25th at 6:00 p.m, and arrive at 
our destination just shy of midnight. The meet-up location is Lemon 
Road Elementary School (7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church), which is the 
same site that the Ponte Alto Sunday Social normally takes place.
(We can arrange a secondary highway-friendly location in Stierbach to 
meet people, should there be sufficient demand.)
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.
**There are still a few rooms available on site. As of this morning, 
there are 10 motel-style rooms with two twin beds each, and 9 
hotel-style rooms with two double beds each. Dormitory bunk space must 
be arranged through the event itself: http://www.blackstoneraid.org/
We are still recommending that everyone stay on site, as this is both 
the most cost-effective and most convenient option. To reserve a room, 
please call the Cedar Lakes Conference Center as soon as possible at 
304-372-7860. More information on room styles and on pricing is 
available on their website: www.cedarlakes.com. If you are looking for 
a roommate and have not yet found one, please let us know so we can 
help.**
Alternatively, there are 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!
I believe that the Logistics Corps is currently hoping to have a 
central pavilion, water, and perhaps some snacks available for any and 
all within the Barony to enjoy throughout the event. We hope that 
central location will help facilitate communication throughout the 
weekend and ensure everything runs smoothly.
For people planning to leave early Sunday morning, please join us for 
breakfast! This will most likely take place at 8:00 a.m. at the local 
Bob Evans (3 Carter Point, Ripley). If you are interested in breakfast 
or would like to caravan back, please let me know.
As noted, my email address is dreadpiratekat at gmail.com for any 
questions or comments. I check this throughout the day.
Thanks,
Kat.
Expeditionary Corps (Beneficiarius Militaribus)

Sir Guy

"Knighthood Is Only The Beginning."