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As with any new hobby, no one expects you to have or know everything. You are getting started; everything will improve the longer you participate. If you need to borrow items, especially garb, from the Chatelaine, contact them in advance. They can assist you either beforehand or at the event.
As with any new hobby, no one expects you to have or know everything. You are getting started; everything will improve the longer you participate. If you need to borrow items, especially garb, from the Chatelaine, contact them in advance. They can assist you either beforehand or at the event.
West Kingdom events are listed on the kingdom's website, the West Kingdom newsletter The Page, and across various social media platforms. This event information will include event location, cost, activities, accommodations, and site rules. They may also offer online registration for the event, a digital schedule, and directions to the event site. Some events will offer dietary alternatives to the feast meal or an ingredient list made available for those with restrictions.
West Kingdom events are listed on the kingdom's website, the West Kingdom newsletter The Page, and across various social media platforms. This event information will include event location, cost, activities, accommodations, and site rules. They may also offer online registration for the event, a digital schedule, and directions to the event site. Some events will offer dietary alternatives to the feast meal or an ingredient list made available for those with restrictions.
Clothing or garb can be as simple as a large tunic style shirt, plain pants, and comfortable shoes. Other items to consider are a blanket to wear as a cloak to stay warm, and a large wide-brimmed hat or cowl. Gold Key clothing on loan is available through the Chatelaines.
Clothing or garb can be as simple as a large tunic style shirt, plain pants, and comfortable shoes. Other items to consider are a blanket to wear as a cloak to stay warm, and a large wide-brimmed hat or cowl. Gold Key clothing on loan is available through the Chatelaines.
Modern prosthetics and glasses are allowed. We would prefer you to enjoy yourself comfortably instead of trying to fit into a period aesthetic. If you have accessibility issues, direct them to the event steward or Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Officer.
Modern prosthetics and glasses are allowed. We would prefer you to enjoy yourself comfortably instead of trying to fit into a period aesthetic. If you have accessibility issues, direct them to the event steward or Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Officer.
Here are some ideas for other items you might want to bring to an event to make your day more enjoyable:
Here are some ideas for other items you might want to bring to an event to make your day more enjoyable:
For Indoor Events
For Indoor Events
Feast gear: a cup, bowl, plate, utensils, and napkin will suffice, pen and paper for any classes you may wish to take, blankets or throws to cover modern items such as coolers and chairs, a small trash bag to carry off any trash or dirty dishes.
Feast gear: a cup, bowl, plate, utensils, and napkin will suffice, pen and paper for any classes you may wish to take, blankets or throws to cover modern items such as coolers and chairs, a small trash bag to carry off any trash or dirty dishes.
For Outdoor Events
For Outdoor Events
A chair or blanket to sit upon, extra water (most events have water sources available, but it is recommended you at least provide your own cup), possibly a sunshade. If it is a modern looking pop-up pavilion you may be asked to hide it to maintain ambience.
A chair or blanket to sit upon, extra water (most events have water sources available, but it is recommended you at least provide your own cup), possibly a sunshade. If it is a modern looking pop-up pavilion you may be asked to hide it to maintain ambience.
For Camping Events
For Camping Events
Modern tents are allowed at our camping events, but we sometimes ask those with modern tents to camp in specific areas. Always let the event or camp steward know what type of tent you are bringing. Unless specified we allow individuals to cook in their camps. Please follow all standard camping safety rules.
Modern tents are allowed at our camping events, but we sometimes ask those with modern tents to camp in specific areas. Always let the event or camp steward know what type of tent you are bringing. Unless specified we allow individuals to cook in their camps. Please follow all standard camping safety rules.
When bringing children
When bringing children
Children must be accompanied by an authorized guardian. If you will be bringing a minor to the event who is not your own child, there are specific paperwork requirements. You should check with your local seneschal about what is required in your area.
Children must be accompanied by an authorized guardian. If you will be bringing a minor to the event who is not your own child, there are specific paperwork requirements. You should check with your local seneschal about what is required in your area.
When bringing Pets
When bringing Pets
While all sites allow service animals some sites will allow pets on site (if kept on-leash.) It is your responsibility to ensure the animal is current on all shots and vaccinations. If an incident occurs with the animal, you may be asked to leave the site.
While all sites allow service animals some sites will allow pets on site (if kept on-leash.) It is your responsibility to ensure the animal is current on all shots and vaccinations. If an incident occurs with the animal, you may be asked to leave the site.
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