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Spring Emergence Camping Event - May 22 - 25
Spring Emergence
Spring Emergence
Attend, good gentles of fair Artemisia, and mark well the herald's call.
The “snows” loosen their grip upon the fields, and the sun, though still pale, turns her gaze once more to the waking earth. From winter’s hush rises the first bloom of spring, a tulip bold and bright, standing in quiet defiance of the cold and bearing witness to the season's return.
So too does the Shire of Stonegate rise, calling all folk of noble heart and curious spirit to gather at Indian Springs for Spring Emergence.
Beneath the open Sky, hearthfires shall be kindled anew, and good company shall warm both heart and hall. Come, artisans and warriors, archers and bards, to share in the first camp of the turning year.
Here we shall honor the earth reborn, the Fellowship of our people, and the promise of days yet to come. For as the tulip blooms through the lingering snow, so does Stonegate's spirit endeavor and flourish. Thus, all travelers are welcome to join us and bear witness to the awakening of spring
Site opens: May 22 at 1:00 PM
Site closes: May 25 at 5:00 PM
Location: 3249 Indian Springs Rd, American Falls, ID 83211
Directions: Take your best route to I-86
From I-86 West take exit 36 Rockland, turn left onto ID-37 Rockland Hwy. Continue on ID-37 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn left onto Indian Springs Rd.
From I-86 East take exit 36 American Falls/Rockland, turn right onto ID-37 Rockland Hwy. Continue on ID-37 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn left onto Indian Springs Rd.
Site specifics: Wet site. Pets welcome but must be on a leash and picked up after.
Overnight fee for RV with water and power $31/night paid to Indian Springs. This fee is separate from the gate fee.
Adult Event Registration: $50.00
Adult Member Registration: $40.00
Day Fee Registration: $40.00
Minor Registration: attendees under 18 are guests of the Shire
Checks: Make checks payable to "SCA, Inc. - Shire of Stonegate"
Event steward: Johannes Prieb (Cory Christ), coryc54@gmail.com
Co-event steward: Julianna Foxx (Chris Dunn)
Navigation - Table of Contents
Navigation - Table of Contents
Preregistration
Preregistration
Archery
Archery
With spring emerging upon the land, we are pleased to announce a lively and varied days of shooting at Spring Emergence Archery.
The range will offer challenges of skill, accuracy, judgment, and a touch of whimsy—fit for archers of all experience levels.
If range approval and time allow, we may offer clout shooting at 150 yards and 250 yards.
We look forward to gathering with you upon the range as the world awakens once more.
May your aim be true, your arrows fly clean, and your spring begin with joy.
Feature Shoot: Wardens of the Hive
Feature Shoot: Wardens of the Hive
Upon the butts is set a honey‑comb pattern, wrought of many cells and laid out in no fixed order. The comb is composed of white, black, blue, red, and yellow cells, scattered without pattern across the field. Each cell bears the customary value of its color, scored as upon a standard target.
Archers may strike any cell they choose, selecting their marks strategically among the scattered colors.
The Soldier Bee
Each hive is guarded by a Soldier Bee, set apart from the comb itself. A shaft that strikes the Soldier Bee earns +10 points.
The Bee may be struck only once per end.
This guardian stands as a test of both precision and judgment, requiring archers to balance steady scoring with daring opportunity.
Format: 6 rounds of 6 arrows at 20 yards.
Marshal: Lady Raina
Wacky Targets
Wacky Targets
The familiar colors of the archery target—white, black, blue, red, and yellow—are arrayed in unusual patterns, scattered designs, and unpredictable arrangements. No two targets alike; no fixed order to follow.
Each color bears its customary value, and archers must adapt quickly to shifting layouts, gauging proportion and distance where the pattern offers no guidance.
Marshal: Honorable Lordship Sven
There are Critters
in the Flower Gardens
There are Critters
in the Flower Gardens
More information coming soon!
Marshal: Master Poplyr
Royal Rounds and
Tic Tac Toe Seasonal Shoot
Royal Rounds and
Tic Tac Toe Seasonal Shoot
Royal Rounds will be available throughout the day for those seeking to begin or improve their seasonal ranking.
Armored Combat
Armored Combat
Tourney of the Fates
Tourney of the Fates
Will the furious wheel of fortune lift you high, or crush your bones?
Combatants will randomly determine what weapon they will use each round. Each combatant will also get 1 redraw token they can use on themselves, and 1 redraw token they can use on their opponent.
If a combatant is not authorized in the form they draw, they will instead be permitted to use a form they are authorized in.
In addition to their normal preferred weapons, combatants are encouraged to bring extra single handed weapons, hand-and-a-half or two handed weapons, pole weapons up to 7.5 ft, daggers, and gauntlets.
The Marshal of the Field reserves the right to adjust weapon assignments for safety purposes.
Open Training and Practice
Open Training and Practice
This open training and practice session welcomes fighters of all skill levels, from novices to seasoned warriors. Whether you wish to sharpen your technique, prepare for upcoming tournaments, or simply enjoy the thrill of crossing weapons with friends, this is the perfect opportunity to train in a lively and supportive atmosphere.
Fighters should expect to provide their own marshal coverage.
Rapier
Rapier
Tourney of Favors
Tourney of Favors
Flowers are blooming and it is time to find someone to fight for your honor!
Fighters must fight for someone's favor. Sponsors will give their fighters a trinket or article of clothing to show their support, and the fighters to show their love or appreciation to their sponsor will display it on the field. The sponsor can be someone the fighter admires, their significant other, or someone they want to get to know better.
No restrictions with Order of Precedent or title.
The Trio Melee
The Trio Melee
It is time to band together or die alone!
We will be hosting a 3v3 team tournament. Register as a team and try to prevail
Depending on available space and attendance we may also have regular melees or a Snowball Tournament.
Winter Was Hard Tourney
Winter Was Hard Tourney
Winter was hard... now you are robbing others for their valuables with whatever weapons you can find!
Luck of the Draw, fighters are randomly assigned weapons/items they are authorized to use.
Bandits: fighters who lose donate a small token to a "pot," and the winner takes all (tokens, candy, silly prizes, etc.)
Classes
Classes
Kumihimo - Instructor: Yrsa Snaebjornsdottir
Kumihimo - Instructor: Yrsa Snaebjornsdottir
More information coming soon!
The Timeless Art of Play: Toys and Play Throughout the Ages
- Instructor: Margerie de Kaer yn Arvon
The Timeless Art of Play: Toys and Play Throughout the Ages
- Instructor: Margerie de Kaer yn Arvon
A class that covers children's play time and the things they may have played with from the Roman era to the late medieval period. This includes decorating poppets for you to take home!
Beginning Archery Class - Marshal/Instructor: Master Owen
Beginning Archery Class - Marshal/Instructor: Master Owen
Loaner gear will be available in limited quantity; early arrival is recommended.
Please dress for variable spring weather—layers encouraged.
All bows and arrows must be inspected before shooting begins.
New archers, spectators, and the curious are warmly welcomed.
All other activities will be marshaled as needed.
Adult Beginning Nalbinding - Instructor: Juliana Fox
Adult Beginning Nalbinding - Instructor: Juliana Fox
A class that covers the basics of nalbinding. All supplies included. Class limited to 10
Indigo Shibori - Instructor: Li Cheng
Indigo Shibori - Instructor: Li Cheng
Use traditional Japanese shibori techniques to tie-dye with indigo on cotton bandanas.
Class fee is $2 per supplied bandana.
Adult Beginning Basket Weaving - Instructor: Juliana Fox
Adult Beginning Basket Weaving - Instructor: Juliana Fox
Learn together the basics of basket weaving. Supplies provided. Class limit to 10.
Youth Activities
Youth Activities
Create Your Knight Garb
for Slaying the Dragon!
Slay the Dragon!
Golden Egg Hunt
Rock Painting
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