Monday, June 26, 2017

Fair Fun at Three Baron’s Renaissance Fair

The Barony of Eskalya, Oertha--The annual Three Baron’s Renaissance Fair once again took place in the lands of the Barony of Eskalya.  Held the first two full weekends of June; this activity is a wonderful opportunity for members of the Society for Creative Anachronism to spend the time showcasing what the Society is all about—friendship, arts and sciences, and of course, fighting as well.

Prince Søren j Alborgh and Sir Kenric Maur take the field to the delight of those watching at the Three Baron’s Renaissance Fair.  Photograph by Halfdan Ozurrson.  June 10, 2017.

Spring Welcomed in Selviergard

The Barony of Selviergard, Oertha--The Barony of Selviergard, Oertha—Traditionally the welcoming of Spring in the lands of Oertha has always been the domain of the Selviergardians.  It was the ancient Trolls, the forefathers of the Selviergardians, who welcomed in the warmth of the sun with dancing, fighting, bardics and obnoxious fabric choices at the first camping event of the season.

Modern Selviergardians did quite well honoring their ancestors this year.

While there were no heavy fighters available; it was the archery and rapier activities that took the day not only providing entertainment for those in attendance but showcasing rousing display of prowess on the field for all to see.  For those who did not participate in the activities, or those just taking a break to enjoy the weather; the pavilion was filled with laughter and cheer as many people visited with each other and enjoyed the day working on small projects or just talking.

The archery was attended by many and included Prince Søren among the crowd who took advantage of the large space provided on site to have fun with the bow and to shoot a few arrows.  The target was stuck many times and the ample room and position of the field made it easy to retrieve any stray arrows that managed to miss the target.  There was laughter and cheer as participants each had many turns taking aim at the target and testing their skill.

Lord Bartrum Sinclair takes aim at the target while Master Fergus mac Thomais watches on at the Barony of Selviergard’s Spring Offensive.  Photograph by Halfdan Ozurrson.  May 20, 2017.