War of Roses XXIV
King's and Queen's Champions of Arms
EK Central Region War Camp
Unbelted Champions Practice
War looms on the horizon. Once again the houses of Lancaster and York will engage upon the Battlefields of Concordia to determine which house will be the victor of the Wars of the Roses. A Call to arms is hereby issued to all warriors and artisans to come and lend your might to the house of your allegiance.
As in years past, we will be hosting both a Heavy Weapons and Fencing torchlight tourney to be held on Friday night. This will include “The Claude the Frank Memorial Rattan Tournament”. The opportunity of being Baronial Archery, Bardic, Rapier and Rattan Champions will also be determined this weekend. In addition to the King's and Queen's Champion at Arms Tournament, we will be hosting the annual Tournament of Roses (a double elimination tournament where the winner recieves the annual Battle Chest). Additionally, we will once again hold the Battle of Bosworth (a Field Battle where the War point will be given to the winning side that wins 3 out of 5 battles. Each battle will be determined by “last color standing”. The last 2 battles will include siege weapons and combat archery.), the Battle of Ludford Bridge (a bridge battle where the War point will be given to the winning side that wins 2 out of 3 battles. There will be a maximum of three 15 minute battles. The last battle will include siege weapons and combat archery. Size and number of bridges will be determined on site.), and the Battle of Mortimer's Cross (a Field Battle for 45 minutes with ressurection. Timed warnings will be called out by the marshal in charge at 30, 10 and 5 minutes. The war point will be given to the side that “controls” 2 out of 3 of the pre-determined points at the end of the time.) and many other exciting rattan battles. The second annual Siege Weapon tournament will also be held this year.
As in years past, we will also feature varied fencing tournaments such as the Survivors Tournament (a single elimination, wounds retained tournament. The winner of this tournament will receive the Annual fencing war chest), a Slippery Slope Tournament (a triple elimination tournament where all Combatants start with a single sword. After the first loss, they mist pick up a defensive weapon in their off hand along with the sword. After the second loss, they must pick up an offensive weapon in their off hand along with the sword. Third loss, out.) and the Annual Rapier and Roses Tournament (a challange/timed tournament. Combatants must challenge their oponent to a duel. The winner presents a rose to the loser's chosen benefactor in sympathy of the death of the loser). There will also be plenty of space for bear pit, melee practice and pick ups all weekend.
There will be the traditional archery shoot where the highest single scoring archer will determine the War Point and win the Annual Archery prize. (The Archery War Point will be awarded by winning 2 out of three of the clout, advancing warrior, and castle window. Vicory in each shoot will be determined based on the highest total points earned at each shoot. If there is a tie, the clout shoot will be used as the tie breaker.)
There will be an A&S Competition that will take place on Sunday, May 30th in the Barn. Entries are limited to physical or visual arts. Bardic and Brewing arts will be judged in separate competitions. Unfortunately, there will not be space for other performing arts. Entries will be judged in three categories: NOVICE (non-Manche/Laurel artists and never won in previous competitions), OPEN, and YOUTH (under 18). Attendance is not required. Entries may be submitted by proxie. Entries should arrive in the barn between 9AM and 10AM. Entries will be on display between 10AM and 12 Noon. Judging will take place between 12 Noon and 1PM. In addition to the Bardic, Brewing and A&S competition, there will be A&S classes offered all weekend.
Children's activities include, but are not limited to, Castle building, Banner making, Filking, Outdoor games and Candle dipping.
Site details: Amenities include flush toilets, hot showers and a barn for dancing, classes and indoor court.
Directions:
From the SOUTH: Take the NYS Thruway (toll road I-87) north, then west (the NYS changes to toll road I-90 in Albany) you will not pay the toll until you get to exit 25A. Get off at exit 25A (pay toll), you are now on I-88, immediately after the toll take the first exit (exit 25 – Rt. 7), turn left at the stop sign and go to the light (stay in the left lane). Go to the *** below.
From the NORTH: Take the Adirondack Northway (free road I-87) south to the NYS Thruway. Go west on the NYST to exit 25A. Get off at exit 25A (pay toll if applicable), you are now on I-88, immediately after the toll take the first exit (exit 25 – Rt. 7), turn left at the stop sign and go to the light (stay in the left lane). Go to the *** below.
From the EAST: Take I-90 (free 90) west to the last exit. This puts you at the NYS Thruway. Get ticket and go west to exit 25A. Get off at exit 25A (pay toll if applicable), you are now on I-88, immediately after the toll take the first exit (exit 25 – Rt. 7), turn left at the stop sign and go to the light (stay in the left lane). Go to the *** below.
From the WEST: Take I-88 to exit 25. At the end of the ramp turn right and go to the light (stay in the left lane). Go to the ***below. OR Take the NYS Thruway east to exit 25A. Get off at exit 25A (pay toll), you are now on I-88, immediately after the toll take the first exit (exit 25 – Rt. 7), turn left at the stop sign and go to the light (stay in the left lane). Go to the ***below.
***At the light turn left onto Rt. 7. Go 9/10 of a mile to the light and take the left onto Burdeck St. (Rt. 337). Take this to the first light (1/2-mile) and turn left onto Rt. 159 (there is a STEWARTS at this intersection). Follow Rt. 159 for 8 8/10 miles into Mariaville. You will cross the Mariaville Lake, and come to a light. This is an odd intersection, bear/turn left around the store. You are now on Batter Street. Go another 1 mile; the site is on the right. Signs will be posted to assist you.
Event Website: http://home.earthlink.net/~warsofroses/index.html
Site:
Indian Lookout Country Club
Batter Street
Mariaville, NY 12137
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Site Opens: Noon on Friday May 28, 2004
Site Closes: Noon on Monday May 31, 2004
Event Fees:
Site : Reservations: If received by 5/21/2004:
Member:
Weekend (adult) $18.00
Weekend (child) $9.00
Weekend (family*) $54.00
Day (adult) $9.00,
Day (child) $5.00
Day (family*) $26.00.
Non-member:
Weekend (adult) $21.00
Weekend (child) $9.00
Weekend (family*) $54.00 + $3.00 per Non Member Adult.
Day (adult) $12.00
Day (child) $5.00
Day (family*) $26.00 + $3.00 per Non Member Adult.
Reservations: Received after 5/21/2004 or at the door:
Member:
Weekend (adult) $20.00
Weekend (child) $11.00
Weekend (family*) $58.00
Day (adult) $11.00
Day (child) $7.00
Day (family*) $30.00.
Non-member:
Weekend (adult) $23.00
Weekend (child) $11.00
Weekend (family*) $58.00 + $3.00 per Non Member Adult.
Day (adult) $14.00
Day (child) $7.00
Day (family*) $30.00 + $3.00 per Non Member Adult.
Proof of membership is required at check in. *Families must pay as a group to receive discount.
Feast: n/a
Send Reservations to:
Debra Neff, 9 Brookwood Ave., Albany, NY 12203 liliana_wind@yahoo.com
Autocrat:
Autocrat: Baron Master Baltasar Mondragon (Rob Williams), (518) 346-3500, baltasar@nycap.rr.com Deputy Autocrat: Lady Lily of Penhille (Brenda Janetsky), (518) 346-3239, ladylily@acmenet.net
Other Contact Information:
Merchants: For merchant reservations, please contact Lady Lily of Penhille (Brenda Janetsky) (518) 346-3239 ladylily@acment.net (no calls after 10:00 p.m. please.) There is no indoor merchant space available. Please bring a tent that you can sell your wares out of. There are no additional merchant fees. If you require electricity, please contact the autocrat to make possible arrangements.
A&S Competition/Classes: Mistress Deonna von Aachen, bgdeonna@hotmail.com (please put Roses A&S in the subject line).
Make Checks Payable to: SCA, Barony of Concordia of the Snows
