Tournament of the Springing Doe
Hosted by Shire of Caer Adamant - Dover, DE
Event date: June 27th, 2026
Event Last Modified: May 13th, 2026
Event details
**ARTS AND SCIENCES COMPETITION**
We call out to fair artisans and crafts persons to join us and compete for A&S Champion and invites all with skill to show their work be it with wood, metal, fabric, or clay. The A&S Competition is open theme. Our A&S Minister Lady Marisa al Qattan will use the East Kingdom Basic A&S Score Sheet to evaluate submissions. Submission documentation can be provided in written form, verbally, or some useful combination of the two. Download the Basic A&S Score Sheet here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ar_aXgBvRTP3PnpvI7cST2e9igJzxgni/view?usp=sharing
Get more information or make arrangements for your competition space by emailing Lady Marisa al Qattan at mailto:moas@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org and include subject line, "Springing Doe A&S Competition".
**ARCHERY TOURNAMENT**
Lord Thomas Locke aka Tomaloc is hosting our Archery Tournament.
**BARDIC COMPETITION**
You could become our newest Bardic Champion. Please prepare two pieces - stories, songs, poetry, dance, or your favorite bardic art - that are period or SCA related. No documentation is required. The contest will proceed in two rounds. The first round will focus on the theme of Spring. The second round will focus on the theme of the Doe. Winner will be determined by Populous Vote.
**THROWN WEAPONS TOURNAMENT**
Display your deft hand with sharp objects during our Thrown Weapons Championship Tournament. Marshall TBD
**HEAVY WEAPONS PRACTICE**
Those skilled with Heavy Weapons are welcome to test their armor and weapons skills by participating in informal bouts throughout the day.
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES
We will offer a variety of games and activities to help occupy the littles at various times throughout the day.
SO COME ALL!
Grace us with your presence and celebrate the blooming of flowers, the coming of summer, and the waking of the woods within our happy Shire.
Site Opens: 9am
Site Closes: 6pm
Event Location
Akridge Scout Camp
1910 Baden Powell Way
Dover, DE 19904
Google Map
The event site is accessible per the East Kingdom Accessibility Porter's Checklist.
Directions:
Physical address of nearest crossroad if using GPS to get to camp - 1650 New Burton RD, Dover, DE 19904 - adjacent to the Kent County Recreation Center. View or download camp map: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R8S3AmTeML9NJvytBWdOfaUuiU9ItBP_/view?usp=sharing
Registration Fees
Registration:
Adult Member (18 & up): $15 pre-reg. $20 at the gate
Adult (18 & up): $25 pre-reg. $30 at the gate
Child (aged 10-17): $10 pre-reg. $15 at the gate
Child (aged 0–9): Free
PAYPAL: https://surveys.eastkingdom.org/index.php/138247?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. While this survey asks for membership information, proof of membership will need to be provided at the event gate.
PRE-REGISTRATION closes on June 20, 2026.
Feast:
POTLUCK DAYBOARD included in Registration Fee - We ask that you bring an item to contribute.
Please ensure your fully cooked dish to pass will serve 10-15 people, label it with its name & ingredients and cut it into individual servings. There will be a limited number of electric outlets, please plan accordingly. Remember to bring your own cord and serving gear.
As with any potluck, foods offered may contain ingredients that are allergens to some, please plan accordingly; bring your own food, as desired.
Make Checks Payable to: SCA Inc - Shire of Caer Adamant
Contact Information
Event Steward:
Baroness Laurena Mouchot
Email to 223622@members.eastkingdom.org and use Springing Doe in the subject line.
Send Reservations to:
Nancy Payne, 110 Reynard Drive, Landenberg, PA 19350
Please include mundane name, SCA name and age range for each person registering and an email address for confirmation.
Send questions to Nancy by text to (302) 530-0189 or by email to 241356@members.eastkingdom.org with subject Springing Doe.
Other Contact Information:
WHAT TO BRING:
-Shade and Seating: You are welcome to bring your own pop-up/day shade and HIGHLY encouraged to bring your own seating ... be it chair, stool, form, or bench.
-Feast Gear: Bring personal feast gear (a bowl, plate, cutlery, mug and a napkin would serve you well).