A&S Classes
Introduction to Falconry
Master James Cunningham
This class will teach the basics of how a falconer gets a wild bird to return and hunt with the falconer. It will cover both mundane Ohio falconry laws as well as what was done in period. Hopefully a demonstration will follow.
Latvian Tabletweaving
Lady Leah of Wycombe
Latvian tabletweaving designs can be traced back to antiquity. Zig-zag patterns have been found in burial sites back to the twelfth century. The woven lengths can be used to make belts, trim, ties and more. Class fee includes loom, cards and thread. Class size limit: 10 (additional onlookers welcome)
How to Succeed in A&S Without too much crying
Lady Giovanna d'Este
A seasoned Kingdom A&S competitor shows you tips and tricks that make A&S a fun challenge, not something to fear. From planning your entry to documenting it to writing up your documentation and presentation, these proven tricks will give you more confidence in presenting your work in the Middle Kingdom Arts and Sciences faire next year. Class size limit: 10.
Making a 16th c. Hat
Lady Katherine von Aachen
Learn two simple hat patterns that will allow you to make a wide variety of 16th century hats for both men and women.
Silk Reeling
Mistress Emmelyne de Markesburye
Silk and steam! Learn how cocoons are turned into lustrous silk thread. Even better, participate in doing it. This is a casual, hands-on class using inexpensive equipment to demonstrate an ancient craft. Class size limit: 20 (flexible)
The Medieval Apothecary
Lady Xanetia Niccolini
Learn about the variety of medieval medicines made, used and sold by the local apothecary. There will be finished products to view, along instructions on how to make them. A sample ointment will be available to a limited number of people.
Blacksmithing
Tim the Just
Blacksmithing demos will be ongoing throughout the day. (Listen for the clang of the hammer!)
Period Bobbin Lace: Bobbin Tossing for Fun and Profit
Mistress Branwen Scholastica
Have you ever seen bobbin lace in photographs and wished you could have something like that for your 16th-17th century clothing? You can! The very first pattern in this class will be a two-color trim teaching you the basics and providing you with something you can use. While you are learning this off-loom weaving, I'll explain how to "read" bobbin lace patterns so you can return home with your basic kit and be able to understand how to work more than a half-dozen trims and edgings. Class size limit: 6
European Dances
Keith Caserta
Learn English country dances, Italian balli, French bransles and other common SCA dances.
Pimp Your Ride
Lady Elena Alexander
Learn how to dress your horse as well as yourself! Introduction and survey of period horse barding and equestrian trappings.
First Aid for Camping Events
Master Erik Erikson
Learn how to deal with common camping mishaps, and how to put together a first aid kit specifically for camping events
Commedia for Kids
I Scandali
Kids have fun as they learn the techniques of improvisational theatre through games and other entertaining group activities.
Soapmaking
Lady Tilla Chandler
Demo of the soapmaking process, start to finish. Several books on soapmaking, and samples of different kinds of soap, will also be shared with the class.
If you are interested in teaching a class or have questions about A&S, contact Mistress Drea di' Pellegrini
Artisan's Row
Artisan's Row will have demos of a wide variety of period arts and crafts throughout the day.
A Silkwoman's Shop
Visit Mistress Emmelyne de Markesburye at her silkewoman's stall, where she will be demonstrating the art of the silkewoman and displaying a variety of products made by silkwomen in period.
Period Dyeing
Mistress Drea de Pellegryne will be demonstrating how fabric was dyed in the Renaissance. Dyeing with weld (yellow) and madder (red) will both be demonstrated. Assistance is welcome!
Open-fire Cooking
Lady Giovanna d'Este will be demonstrating the techniques of authentic medieval open-fire cooking for all those who wish to come, watch and learn. Master Edoard Haliday will also be demonstrating several aspects of medieval cooking and baking.
Bobbin Lace and Needlelace
Mistress Branwen Scholastica will set up her Bobbin Lace and Needlelace pavilion, where she will display and demonstrate various forms of lacemaking.
Weaving on a Warp-Weighted Loom
Lady Ranvaig will have a Viking warp-weighted loom set up and will be demonstrating how cloth was woven on it.
Medieval Woodworking
Lord Allessandro d'Este will have examples of medieval woodworking tools and will be demonstrating carving and chip-carving.
A Blacksmith's Forge
Baronial Artisan Tim the Just will have a working blacksmith's forge set up, where he will be demonstrating the art of the blacksmith throughout the day.
If you are interested in participating in Artisan's Row, contact Mistress Drea di' Pellegrini.
 Children & Youth Activities
There will be a wide variety of activities for kids and young adults of all ages throughout the day:
Midrealm Page School
This is a golden opportunity for kids to learn more about SCA culture, do service, and participate in the various activities that make up the SCA. Youths ages 5 to 17 can enroll for the Midrealm Page School at Kyppyn & Sabine's pavilion by the List Field. Contact Duchesse Sabine de Rouen with any questions or to get more information, or you can visit the Page School website.
Page for a Day
Page for a Day is a service program for youths ages 5 to 17 and will
be available from 10 until 4 pm. Sign up at Kyppyn & Sabine's
pavilion by the List Field. Contact Duchesse Sabine de Rouen with
any questions or to get more information, or you can visit the Page for a Day website.
2nd Annual Youth Garb Swap
Have a tunic? Leave a tunic! Need a tunic? take a tunic!
We all know how quickly kids grow out of their garb. The garb swap is an opportunity to offload outgrown garments, or to find something that will fit your growing child. The Garb Swap boxes will be located at Kyppyn & Sabine's pavilion by the list field.
Contact Duchesse Sabine de Rouen with any questions or to get more information.
Youth Archery
Inspections will begin at 9:30. Youth archery will be ongoing throughout the day, with a break for lunch. Shoots will include a balloon shoot, an egg shoot, a chocolate coin shoot and a royal round shoot, with prizes for all.
Contact Elspeth MacGregor with any questions or to get more information.
Youth Boffer Fighting
Boffer fighting will be ongoing throughout the day. For more information, contact Caedmon Wilson.
Commedia for Kids
I Scandali, the best Commedia dell'Arte troup in the whole world, will be holding a workshop on Commedia acting and improvisation for children and youths of all ages. Check the A&S Class Schedule for more information.
I Scandali
Straight from the streets of Mantua! The famous Commedia dell'Arte troupe, I Scandali, will be performing authentic improvisational street theatre for the entertainment of the populace.
The boisterous and rowdy (or is it roisterous and bawdy?) "Naughty Commedia Show" will be held at 10 pm Saturday evening.
Rapier
There will be a Regional Rapier War Practice at Push for Pennsic this year. Rubber Band Guns (RBGs) will be allowed in some scenarios. There will be a practice range set up for RBGs.
Schedule:
10 am: List opens
10-11 am: Authorizations if need be
10-12 pm: Morning Tournament
1 pm onwards: Afternoon Tournament & Melee practice
Contact Darius Lowen for more information
Archery & Thrown Weapons
Archery Inspections will begin at 9:30. There will be a Royal Round Shoot and a number of authentic period shoots throughout the day, with a break for lunch.
10:00 am: Open range for warm-up and practice.
10:30-12:00 pm: Wand Shoot & Apple Shoot
12:00-1:00 pm: Lunch, go eat something
1:00-2:00 pm: Finsburg Shoot (Long Range)
2:00-4:00 pm: Stocking Shoot (3d Deer)
South Oaken Regional Archery Championships will be held at Push for
Pennsic this year. The champion will be decided by the cumulative score of
the selected archer contests being shot.
Contact Angus MacGregor for more archery information.
Thrown Weapons will begin at 10 am. Contact Master James Cunningham for more information.
Hound Coursing
Coursing will begin around 10am(ish) depending on the weather. Those
bringing hounds to course should not feed or water them at least 2 hours
before hand and should have current shot records with them. A vet will be on call in case of emergencies.
For more information on coursing, contact Corin the Huntsman
Hunting & Falconry
There will be classes on falconry and demonstrations of hunting with falcons.
Contact Master James Cunningham for more information on hunting and falconry.
Accomodations
Aside from onsite camping, the following off-site accomodations are available:
Residence Inn By Marriott Dayton Troy
87 Troy Town Dr
Troy, OH 45373
937-440-9303
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Troy Ohio
83 Troy Town Center Dr
Troy, OH 45373
SUPER 8 MOTEL - TROY
1330 Archer Dr
I-75 And Exit 73
Troy, OH 45373
937 339-6564
Econo Lodge Troy
1210 Brukner Dr
Troy, OH 45373
1-800-551-2409
Hampton Inn Troy
45 Troy Town Dr
Troy, OH 45373
937-339-7801
Best Western Luxury Inn
1375 W State Route 55 St
Troy, OH 45373
Americas Best Inns & Suites-Troy
30 Troy Town Dr
Troy, OH 45373
Holiday Inn Express - Troy
60 Troy Town Dr
Troy, OH 45373
888 465 4329
Event Contacts
Autocrat: Ragnar of Birka (mka Eric Ottoson)
Phone:(937) 325-5851
Email: Email Ragnar of Birka
Heavy List: Rusaad Azeem Muhammad (MKA Robert Hagans)
Phone: (937) 360-5423
Email: rhagans02 @ sprintpcs.com
Merchant/Camping Liaison: Ragnar of Birka (mka Eric Ottoson)
Phone:(937) 325-5851
Email: Email Ragnar of Birka
Chirurgeon in Charge: Erik Erikson (mka Ernie Husted)
Phone:(937) 974-2634
Email: Email Erik Erikson
A&S and Artisan's Row: Drea di' Pellegrini (MKA Drea Leed)
Phone: (937) 322-7548
Email: Email Drea Leed
Thrown Weapons, Hunting & Falconry: James Cunningham (mka James Pratt)
Phone: (937) 834-2565
Email: Email James Cunningham
Archery: Angus MacGregor (MKA David Peterson)
Phone: (937) 767-2595
Email: Email Angus MacGregor
Rapier: Darius Lowen (MKA Steve Spolarich)
Phone: (937) 260-8920
Email: darius72 @ hotmail.com
Equestrian: Chrestienne La Croniere
Phone: (513) 505-9320
Email: clceqdoc@earthlink.net
Youth Archery: Elspeth MacGregor (MKA Brooke Peterson)
Phone: (937) 767-2595
Email: Email Elspeth MacGregor
Page School/Youth Garb Swap:Sabine de Rouen (MKA Michele Martines)
Phone: (937) 219-4618
Email: duchessesabine @ paragonkeep.com
Houndmaster: THL Corin the Huntsman
Email: hntsman1 @ mindspring.com
Youth Boffer Fighting: Caedmon Wilson (MKA Chad Wilson)
Phone: (513) 523-6559
Email: caedmon.wilson @gmail.com
Royalty Liasion: Baroness Soffya von Kulp (mka Judith Bolenbaugh)
Phone: (513) 523-0278
Email: ladyvonkulp @ yahoo.com
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