Some of the Day's Events

Events planned for Springfest XXII, June 13-14, 2009

Martial Tournaments

Boffer Sword Tourney

My Lords and Ladies. Pick up thy padded sword and join us in the Weapons Tourney. Dare to enter the warriors’ ring and challenge your opponents’ skill. This is not a tourney for the feint of heart. Approved padded weapons will be available. If you are bringing your own weapons please bring them to the Weapons Tourney ring for inspection prior to your duel. One of the judges will be there to make sure the weapon is legal. Please make sure to visit the Enchanted Tankard before and after the tourney, as no good can come from mixing fighting and empty stomachs. A prize awaits the winner. Give honor to those about you. Give honor to your opponent. Lay on!

Light Archery Tourney

Never picked up a bow and arrow before? Not sure that you’re ready to play in the masters archery tourney? Skills not up to snuff yet? Not to worry. My Lords and Ladies, the Light Archery Tourney is here for you. It’s the first archery event of the day so make sure you get over to the archery range early to get your practice in. Skilled archers will be available to assist you. We have a bow and a supply of arrows for those that are in need. A prize to the winner of the Tourney. Food and drink are available at the Enchanted Tankard.

Masters' Archery Tourney

A call to all marksmen! Bring your own traditional bow and wooden arrows to the archery range to prove yourself the champion. The final three archers who display competence in target skills shall earn the right to compete against one another in the celebrated "wand" shoot. Entrants should have six good arrows and at least two spares to compete.

The arena ring and range are open throughout the day for practice and personal challenges, so come early AND PRACTICE! Approved padded sticks will be available for the stickless.

Spell or Sparklie

Having vanquished a few dragons, one wizard has a few extra sparkly treasures at his disposal.  There are trinkets for the taking if you’ve got the courage to read a few scrolls.  Some scrolls win treasure and some cast a spell.  You might lose your head for a short spell, but it’s all in good fun.  Even a master wizard needs to amuse himself once in a while. 

Heroes Wanted

The Druto tribe have lost their sovereign.  Well they haven’t lost him completely.  They still have the head.  Where the rest of him might be, they aren’t sure.  Perhaps they can find the rest of him and make him better.  At least, they believe it can be done.  The ancient tome of wisdom states that only a great hero of pure heart can help them fix their problem.  Hopefully the ancient tome will also tell them how to discover exactly who this valiant hero is.  Could it be you? 

Scout’s Fury :  You’re out on scouting mission and discover a patrol of four lethal enemy warriors.  You should probably just let them pass, but that’s not your style.  With a yell, you attack the brutes all by yourself.  Can you take off their heads before they get yours?  [This game will utilize SCA style rattan swords.  Feel free to bring your own.]

The Enchanted Tankard Tavern

Bring your mug and feast gear! Quench your thirst and break your fast while getting acquainted with fellow adventurers, playing games and solving puzzles, and listening to wandering minstrels. Light fare (including cheese, fruit, veggies, hard-boiled eggs, pickles, and snack bowls) will be available for purchase, and a free trial-mix snack will be on hand. Also be sure to peruse the pastries and confections of the BAKE SALE… just step away if you feel the urge to drool. Champions from last year’s tournaments who wear their sashes receive one free drink at the Enchanted Tankard! Visit the Enchanted Tankard throughout the day to enter a drawing for any of the marvelous items that will be on display ( garb, weapons, armor, feast gear, musical instruments, pottery, jewelry ).

Medieval Feast and Entertainment

The celebrations continue through the evening with a grand feast followed by entertainment featuring dancers, musicians, storytellers, laughter, and much more. THE SECOND HALF OF ENTERTAINMENT MAY BE OUTDOORS, PLEASE BE PREPARED

Dessert Contest

Bring a dessert for entry into the dessert contest. A prize will be awarded for the best dessert based on taste and presentation.

Fire-Side Bardic Circle

After the fighting, feasting, and cavorting, join your fellow adventurers in the Wayward Wood for stories and songs around a roaring fire. Become a bard for the night or simply take your ease as you listen to the verbal tapestries woven around you by others.