Spring Coronation
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Additional Notes on Alcohol Policy: No alcohol permitted in Grange Hall / Fairgrounds are discreetly damp
Additional Notes on Flames: fires must be contained in firepits with solid bottoms. no ground fires. ashes must be dumpted in a designated spot
Unto all the peoples of the Kingdom of Aethelmearc I send greetings and joyous news!
The time has come to crown their Highnesses, and once again showcase the prowess and skill of our many talented citizens and neighbors.
On April 11, we will celebrate all that is good in our beloved Kingdom, culminating in an English feast inspired by the poetic cookbook, Liber Cure Cocorum.
The Shires of Ballachlagan and Kings Crossing invite you all to be a part of the festivities at
Hookstown Fairgrounds 1198 PA-168, Hookstown, PA 15050. Troll opens at 9 am. The site closes at 9pm.
We bring to you a day full of amazing sights. We shall bear witness to the coronation of Prince Oliver Sutton and Princess Grainne Shionnach as they ascend the Sylvan throne for their first reign.
We will marvel at the skill and grace of beautiful horses and riders as our equestrian combatants take the field to battle for the next equestrian champion of glorious Aethelmearc. THL Gesa Van Wellenstein is the MIC and can be reached at Gwellenstein@yahoo.com (724-991-0917). All equine trailers are to be parked near Gate 7 after unloading unless they have living quarters, in which case they may utilize the campgrounds. There will be a $15 dollar per night camping fee.
Chairs may not leave the grange hall so plan to bring one along if you want to relax and watch the tournament.
Count Bjarki Rikardarson will hold a tournament to fight for the honor of becoming the next heavy weapons champion!.
There will be fencing, archery, thrown weapons and an arts and sciences display.
We will be holding a silent auction to raise funds for the scribal box as well. Donations for the auction are most welcome, please contact the autocrat to donate.
A day board is included in your site fee. The day board will consist of a box lunch of your choice. Chicken Salad Sandwich, Cole Slaw, Carrot and Celery sticks with ranch dressing, cookies
Tuna Salad Sandwich with Pasta Salad, Carrot and Celery sticks with ranch dressing, cookies
Vegetarian Option: Egg Salad Sandwich with Pasta Salad, Carrot and Celery sticks with ranch dressing, cookies
Gluten Free Option: no sandwich bun. Gluten free crackers instead, cole slaw, carrots and celery sticks with ranch dressing, piece of fruit
Along with your choice of Tomato Soup or Vegetable Soup and a drink.
Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water, Coffee, Hot Tea
Pre-registration is encouraged to ensure we can serve all attending. Pre Registration can be mailed to James Boyd 107 Donley Rd Eighty Four, PA 15330 jboyd4650@pm.me or by using the link https://forms.gle/
Site fee for members $20, non-members $30. Feast is $15. Please make checks out to SCA PA, Inc – Kings Crossing.
Equestrian campers may arrive beginning at 6pm on Friday, April 10, and must be off- site by 3pm, Sunday, April 12. All fires must be contained in fire bowls – please plan to bring one along. Ashes to be dumped in a designated spot. It is the responsibility of all horse owners to be compliant with current equine vaccinations, (coggins test).
Merchants are welcome. There is no additional set up fee required. Please contact the autocrat to arrange space.
Parking will be across from Gate 3, nearest the Grange Hall. Troll will be posted at Gate 3 pending weather conditions. Service animals and personal mobility scooters welcomed!
Please contact the autocrat with any questions you may have. Ben Zonker (Lord Phoebus Craythorne) 2802 County Rd 15 Rayland, Ohio 43943, (phoebus.craythorne@gmail.com) 740-359-3604. Please no texts after 9 pm. Thank you
For more information check out the website at https://ballachlagan.


