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            From the beginning of recorded military history, kings and generals have relied upon scouts to gather and relay information.  Originally, light cavalrymen, scouts would ride far afield, searching for signs of the enemy, or carrying messages between the separate elements of a command. Their strength lay, not in skill at arms, but in speed, stealth, and cunning. From such proud examples as J.E.B. Stuart, Subodai, Robert Rogers, and the modern Recon/Rangers, we draw our skills, our techniques, and our traditions.

            Scouting in the SCA has changed over the years. It used to be that scouts merely found where the opponent was and told a passing unit. Now scouts are much more then just the eyes and ears of the army they are also supply carriers and messengers. Scouts now can supply Archers and thrown weapons fighters with more ammunition. Scouts are now expected to report timely, accurate information to unit commanders, to report messages between commanders, and to make a real contribution to the success of an army. Without well-trained, reliable scouts, an army becomes nothing more than an armed mob, wandering around from place to place, looking for something to kill. Remember: Scouts tell fighters where to go, and smart fighters listen.

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Pennsic Woods Battle Map on the Links Page. This is close to what we use every year, but is always subject to change.

All scouts should be at the battle site no less then 30 minutes before the battle. I will be conducting Scout meetings at this time.

Seeking Artists who can create line art of people in armor. Similar to what is found on Pikestaff's cover.

Seeking information from Fighters, Commanders and Scouts as to what they personally feel is important for Scouts to know/do.

 
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