NOVICE DAY
Hosted by Shire of Rusted Woodlands - Newton, NJ
Event date: July 19th, 2025
Event Last Modified: May 10th, 2025
Event details
Come one, come all, come celebrate the accomplishments of our newest members. We will have TWO (2) tournaments: an armored combat tourney for the newest combatants to show their prowess, and a fencing tournament- both will showcase the talents of our novice warriors (within 2 years of their initial authorizations).
Fighters and fencers please note: The tourneys will be preceded by a procession of the combatants with their consorts/inspirations. If a contestant doesn't have one, one will be provided.
Combatants will be able to authorize today.
There will also be archery and thrown weapons.
As the Arts and Sciences are an important and integral part of our Society there will be A&S (either a display or competition).
This is open to all gentles who do not hold a Kingdom or Baronial level A&S award, nor have they won a major championship.
There will be voting by both the Populace and the Laurels.
****SCHEDULE ADVISORY**** The schedule, especially for the tourneys, may be altered in the case of extreme heat or thunderstorms. Please be prepared to be flexible, and don't forget to bring water.
Site Opens: 10:00 AM
Site Closes: 6:00 PM
Event Location
Sussex Community College
1 College Hill Rd
Connor Green and Pavilion
Newton, NJ 07860
Google Map
The event site is accessible per the East Kingdom Accessibility Porter's Checklist.
Directions:
Take your best route to Newton NJ. From Mill St (aka NJ 519 north) go Left onto Swartswood Rd, then an immediate Right onto College Hill Rd. Event site will be on the right.
Registration Fees
Registration:
Adult member $15, adult non-member $25, Youth $10, kids 12 and under are free. Please pay via cash, check, or PayPal.
Feast:
No feast. Bring your own food. There are multiple eateries in town.
Make Checks Payable to: Shire of Rusted Woodlands
Contact Information
Event Steward:
Aharon Ben Ze'ev (mka Aaron Cohen) #207562, 4/30/2026, 973-851-3885, NoviceDay@rustedwoodlands.eastkingdom.org, amcohenteach@gmail.com
Send Reservations to:
Reservations are not required. Pre-payment via PayPal is available. July 8, 2025 is the final date for PayPal pre-registration. Tuesday July 15th is the final date for requesting a refund.
https://surveys.eastkingdom.org/index.php/661623?lang=en
"A PayPal invoice will be generated within 24-48 hours of the online preregistration information being submitted. Online preregistration is not complete until the PayPal invoice has been paid.
This survey does ask for membership information but you will still need to provide proof of membership at the event.