June 14th - 16th
Barry County Fair Grounds
1350 M-37, Hastings, MI 49058
Registration Fee:
Adult Site Fee (18+): $15 ($25 for non-members)
Youth Site Fee (7-17): $5 ($15 for non-members)
Youths 6 and under are free
Feast
Adult Feast: $15
Youth Feast (7-17) $5
Camping:
$10/tent
Pet policy:
Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash at times.
Gate Hours:
Friday: 4 pm to 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 2 pm
Sunday: The site closes at 12 pm
*No one will be allowed on-site before 4 pm to give staff time to set up*
10 am - 11 am: Inspections and Authorizations
11 am - 12 pm: Melee
12 pm - 12:30 pm : Lunch
12:30 pm - 1 pm: Polearms / Two-handed Weapon in Melee Training
1 pm - 2 pm: Pick-ups / Training
2 pm - 4 pm: Unbelted Practice
10 am - 11 am: Inspections and Authorizations
11 am - 12 pm: Morning Tournament
12 pm - 1 pm: Lunch
1 pm - 3 pm: Pentamere War Practice Melee
3 pm - 4 pm: Open Sparring
10 am - 4 pm: Pentamere Regional Champion Throw
10 am - 4 pm: Archery Open Shoot
9:30 am - 4 pm: Pentamere Regional Champion Throw
Between Court & Feast: Viking Memorial Shoot
Lure set up until 10 am.
10-11 am depending on temperature and rain run dogs intermittently.
11-12 Hound Coursing 101 with Dame Alaina
12-1 lunch.
1-2 open table rules discussion and run dogs when they want to.
2-4 Open Q&A with the Coursing Marshals.
*Coursing will be canceled if the temperature is less than 55 degrees F, more than 80 degrees F, inclement weather, high winds or the dogs show distress.
This is a fun run open to all dogs over 1 year old. Bring records of vaccinations to sign in.
In the spirit of assisting our neighbors, we are collecting items for the Barony of Andelcrag's used goods sale at Baronial Border Wars. Your contributions will help us fund a much-needed new trailer for Andelcamp at Pennsic. We are looking for decent, clean clothing (kids' items are especially welcome!), feast items, and fabric. Please drop off your donations at our stand in Merchants or give them to a Barony member who will be attending. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Dirty Half Dozen display- items to be donated to largess
Craftperson’s Green
Populace Bean Count
Class Space A
11 am- Commonplace Books Past and Present -Lady Rosie Dubroc
Commonplace books have been used since antiquity as an organized way to save and compile knowledge. They take many forms and serve many purposes. This class will provide a brief history of the commonplace book and then provide information on how to use modern technology and a variety of apps to create your own digital commonplace book. This class also draws heavily on Tiago Forte’s book “Building a Second Brain.”
1 pm - 3 pm- Tablet Weaving for the Absolute Beginner (2 hr Class)- Alys of Alnwick
A beginner's guide to tablet weaving where the student learns everything they need to know to start and complete a weaving project. All materials, including a loom, are provided. $10 fee for materials Kit Limit of 10 available auditors are welcome!
3 pm - 4 pm- Risqué Pompeii: Art Under the Volcano (Strictly 18+ NO EXCEPTIONS)- Lady Rosie Dubroc
Upon the discovery of Pompeii, and its neighbor Herculaneum, Victorian explorers were both surprised and horrified by what they found. The sexually explicit artwork they uncovered would forever change their view of Ancient Rome and eventually lead to our modern concept of pornography. Come have a look at the artwork that caused such an uproar that it was hidden away for nearly two centuries.
Class Space B
11 am - Feast Steward 101- Muruvvet hatun
A beginner’s guide to planning and executing a feast.
1 pm -2 pm -Illumination Practicum - Critters n' Borders- Lady Frigga Viljhalmirsdottir
Come and practice your skills at drawing illuminated miniatures in the form of critters. Light border-work will also be covered. Supplies are provided. Basic painting skills and control of the brush is a plus. Teen+ Friendly. Class Limit - 10 Donations accepted
2 pm -3 pm- Make n' Take - Medieval Market Bag- Lady Frigga Viljhalmirsdottir
Come and make a medieval market belt bag. Basic Sewing skills will be taught. The basic bag is great for embroidery embellishments. Supplies provided. Teen + are welcome. Sharp objects are used in the making of this craft. Class Limit - 6-8 Donations accepted
3 pm - 4 pm How to Create an Annotated Bibliography - Lucretia Marcella
Theme: Field of Cloth of Gold
Served Picnic Style
Roasted Chicken with Fennel, Apple, and Orange Sauces
Skewers of Beef and Onion
Pickled Asparagus
Bob's Balls (Fried Cheese Balls)
Sallet of Greens
Onion Salad
Deviled Eggs
Seasonal Salad
Apple Jelly
Honey-filled Fritters
Featuring a Wine Fountain