Chatelaine August 21, 2023

Once again as per our Educational Mandate, Montengarde calls upon its populace to come out to demonstrate our fighting, our historical excellence, and our overall enthusiasm!

More details to follow as we get closer to the event but save the date and start thinking about what you would like to bring as something the public can interact with.

WHEN

  • August 25 (set up)
  • August 26 & 27 (main demo)
  • August 27 (tear down, depending on transport)

WHERE

WHY:

  • To demonstrate our fighting, our historical excellence, and our overall enthusiasm!

If you have some additional awesome ideas, please email the Chatelaine (Bjar chatelaine1@montengarde.org)

The Barony of Montengarde is looking for some fighters, artisans, and folk to show off what the SCA is all about!

If interested, please contact Bjar (chatelaine1@montengarde.org) with your name and how you can help out.

Please let Bjar know by July 31 so that we have numbers for the Volunteer BBQ after the event.
You can volunteer after that date, but we can’t guarantee you a place at the BBQ.

The Military Museums page
https://themilitarymuseums.ca/visit/events-and-exhibits/summer-skirmish

Facebook Baronial Event Page
https://www.facebook.com/events/1115152429323691

Facebook Military Museum Event Page
https://www.facebook.com/events/612161450840410

WHAT’S HAPPENING AND WHEN?

FRIDAY

  • 18:00 (6 pm) Setting up Pavilion, Tables, etc.

FIGHTERS – SATURDAY & SUNDAY

  • 0800 – 0900 Drive in to drop off then drive out
  • 1000 – 1030 PARADE: processing in and saluting to the crowd as we are introduced
  • 1130 – 1230 MARTIAL DISPLAY: SCA & Dragon’s Own are sharing time to give each side some rest
  • 1300 – 1330 MARTIAL DISPLAY: SCA & Dragon’s Own again
  • 1400 – 1500 MARTIAL DISPLAY: SCA & Dragon’s Own yet again
  • 1530 – 1600 MARRTIAL DISPLAY: SCA & Dragon’s Own one last time
  • 1800 – 2000 BBQ OF GRATITUDE (SATURDAY ONLY)

It’s a pretty intense schedule and depending on how many fighters are available, we may have to cancel some slots accordingly. To be clear – we are NOT in melee with Dragon’s Own but sharing time so that each group has some opportunity to rest and reset.

Who else will be appearing? Here’s a copy of the official schedule.

ARTISANS – SATURDAY & SUNDAY

We are looking to have at least two tables for display and activities to engage with families. If there is a particular special activity for a time slot, please contact champion-as@montengarde.org (and if possible, cc chatelaine1@montengarde.org) so we can spread the word!

FAQ

  • What if I can only come for one day or not at all?
    No problem! Each day has something important going on, including set up. If you can only make one, awesome, let us know which one and how you wish to help out. If you can’t make it all, spread the word to your friends about Summer Skirmish!
  • Can we camp on site like previous years?
    Yes, but please be courteous to the neighborhood with our level of noise and excitement. We should also be able to have some access to showers.
  • Will there be food trucks?
    Yes, and they have been asked to stick around to help feed us until the BBQ. There should be water available on site but always good to bring some and snacks to keep your blood sugar up.
  • Where can I park?
    There will be limited parking at the Military Museums for Summer Skirmish. There is parking available at Master’s Academy, Flames Community Arena, and nearby street parking. Handicap parking will be available on a first come first serve basis. Carpooling is recommend.
  • Do I need to be authorized or sign a waiver to be part of the Demo?
    If you are fighting, the SCA requires you to be authorized. For a Demo, there is a specific Demo Waiver the SCA expects you to sign (plus it helps us confirm volunteer numbers). You are not required to have a membership for the Demo, just be in garb and be ready to talk to people.

  • What if I don’t know what to say to guests?
    Mostly just share what makes you and your friends excited about the SCA. Keep in mind these families have many other groups to see so keep it brief.

  • What can I bring to the Demo?
    We expect to have room for at least four tables (two for Artisans, two for Martial). Items that are safe for small children to handle are best. Any sharp items will need to be supervised by at least two volunteers or removed from the display until they can be properly supervised. Shields are awesome for photo opportunities!

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