Mudthaw - Return to the Mud

The Barony of Settmour Swamp is proud to announce the return of Mudthaw…let’s get back to the mud!  Please note that this event will be scaled down capacity due to limited parking.  We will have a Heavy Tournament, a Rapier Tournament, Merchants, and Vigils!

Schedule of Events:
Currently, all schedules and activities are under review and are being held at a TBD status. 

The tentative schedule is as follows:

8:00 a.m.  - Site/Drive Through Troll Opens
9:00 a.m.  - Tourney List Opens
11:00 a.m.  - Drive Through Troll Closes
11:15 a.m.  - Opening Court (indoors or outdoors - TBD)
11:30 a.m.  - Heavy and Rapier Tourney Lists Close
12:00 p.m.  - Mudthaw Tournaments (both rapier and heavy) begin
12:00 p.m.  to 1:30 p.m.  - Handpies available for pick up
3:30 p.m.  - Closing Court (indoors)
9:00 p.m.  - Site Closes

*Mudthaw 2022 Event Announcement*

Are you getting excited for Mudthaw? I know I am!

Just a few bits of information before the event…

*Trolling in:*

When you troll in, you will be instructed to stay in your vehicle and routed through our gatekeepers.  Please have your vaccine card (or a photo of it) and/or proof of negative results and your ID or membership card out and ready for everyone in your vehicle.  You will be trolled in, receive your site token and event brochure while in your vehicle, and directed on where to park (parking is tight so thank you for your patience with us on this one).  Please, if you can, because of the tight parking, carpool if you are able. 

If you need to sign a waiver or have any issues trolling in, there will be a separate line you will be directed to in order to complete your check in.

*Food:*

Just a reminder that there is no eating or drinking indoors.  This is to avoid any unmasking while in a confined space.

Also, there are hand pies that were available for purchase when you pre-registered.  If you forgot to order any or decide at the event that you would like one, there will be a limited amount available for purchase on the day of for $4 each.  Please bring exact change.

*Bathrooms / Changing Areas:*

There are restrooms inside the event building that are available for use (please follow the signs and/or guidance from an event staff member).  There will also be port-a-privies outside with a handwashing station in order to limit the number of people entering and exiting the site building.  One will be located near the vigils, one near the fighting, and one near the merchants.

There will be a general changing area for those that do not come in garb.  Please be aware that anyone (he/she/they) will be able to utilize this area.  There will be privacy stations in order to effectuate your clothing change.  If you are uncomfortable with this, please use the restrooms.

*Vigils:*

There will be a vigil space outside near the fighting.  If you have not already contacted me for an early set up, please do so in order to receive instructions.  Please also note that any refuse generated from vigil food (plates, cups, wrappers, etc.) will need to be hauled out by the vigil coordinator (or someone they appoint) in order to not overburden the event site’s limited refuse receptacles.  If this presents any problems or issues, please contact me directly and I will work with you.

*Merchants:*

As indicated previously, the merchants will be located outdoors.  This does two major things.  One, the merchants will be able to watch the fighting and two those enjoying the fighting will be able to shop as well.  Merchants, while we cannot provide pop-ups for you, we can provide one table each and two chairs.  If you need more, please be prepared to bring extra.  If you have any troubles setting up, please let me know so I can further assist you.

*Other tid bits of information:*

Please be patient and understanding with your fellow SCAdian.  This will be a first event for some and there are still some people that are not comfortable with close quarters and/or contact.

There is a drainage ditch near the parking lot.  While it is safe to be in, there is a steep downwards incline with rocks at the bottom surrounding a big portion.  Please be sure you and your children are aware of this in order to avoid any potential injury.  If you want to go into the ravine, there is a sloping incline towards the back near the tree line.

While we will have chairs for court, chairs are limited.  If you have a chair that you like more than a folding chair, you are encouraged to bring it to sit on during court.  The chairs that are indoors must remain indoors and are not allowed outside (apart from what my staff and I have already placed for merchants and the MOL tables).

*Reminders:*

Alcohol is not allowed on the premises.  Smoking/vaping is also not allowed on the premises.  Please respect these rules in order to keep a good relationship with the event site owners and to avoid being asked to leave the site.

Thank you!

Sefa Hrafnsdottir
Autocrat


We will also impose all of the current guidelines as follows to the extent they are applicable:
*All attendees ages 5 and over must show proof of full vaccination or have a medically-supervised negative COVID test dated within 72 hours of the start of the event.
*Attendees aged 18 and up must also show gov't issued ID or proof of membership.
*Everyone ages 2+ must wear a CDC/PHS-compliant mask that fully covers the nose and mouth, at all times indoors.  Masks are optional when outdoors.

PLEASE NOTE - NOT COMPLYING WITH THE ABOVE RULES WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT.

Per the BoD:
Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to try to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events.  By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks.  You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.

Wearing a mask indoors is required by EK law, except for when directly fighting, and then they have to be put back on.  More information is available on the East Kingdom Seneschal’s website:  https://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/covid-test-policy-resolution/

Do not attend an in-person activity if you are experiencing any of the symptoms of COVID-19 (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html [cdc.gov] ).  If you develop symptoms after attending an in-person activity, you must notify the person in charge of the activity as soon as possible.

If you have an underlying condition which increases your risk, strongly consider your own health and safety before attending an in-person activity (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/index.html [cdc.gov] ).

Health Acknowledgement
By attending this event, you are confirming that you (as well as any minors that you are parent or
guardian for):
➢ Are not experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 as identified by the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention at CDC.gov, including but not limited to:
• Fever or chills
• Dry cough, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing
• Muscle or body aches
• New loss of sense of taste or smell;
➢ Have not been near someone with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 within the last 14 days
without following CDC guidance for self-quarantine;
➢ Agree to follow all COVID safety restrictions imposed by the SCA, the event site, and/or local,
state, provincial, or federal government or health authorities.

Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events.  By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks.  You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.

NOTE:  This site is a dry site and there is NO smoking permitted anywhere on church property.


Troll Opens:  8:00 a.m.
Troll Closes at 11:00 a.m.

Site Opens: 8:00 am
Site Closes: 9:00 pm