Vinland Games **UPDATED**

(At-a-Glance Event Information)

Saturday, May 8th, 2010

Hosted by Shire of Blak Rose - Grantville, PA

The Vikings are coming to Blak Rose! 

We are planning a day of all things Viking. 

Fighters will be taking part in a variation of the Viking Holmgang style tournament.  First blood is the name of the game in this confined space tournament.  Any good hit is counted as a kill with each fighter getting 3 kills per round.  The tournament will either be round robin or double elimination depending on the number of fighters.  The winner of the tournement will receive 2 high table seats to the feast!

Archers, Help defend the shire from the Viking Raiders!  The competition will consist of a woods walk ending with a stockade defense.  The archery trail is handicapped and wheelchair accessible.

Class List Click here for descriptions

10am: Start
10am – 11am: Carol/ Dyeing Class part1
11am – 12pm: Cindy/ Drop Spindle
12pm – 1pm: Ragnveig/ Diet and Nutrition
12pm – 5pm: Games (Kubb, Tafl, etc)
1pm – 2pm: Carol/ Dyeing Class part2
2pm – 5pm: Carowyn/ Beads
3pm – 4pm: Aidan/ Wire weaving
5pm: Feast
6:30pm-7:30pm: Lucretia/ Lucet
9pm: Close


If you are interested in the classes, please contact Lord Aidan the Hostile at the email address listed below.

There will be viking themed A&S display

Youth activities;
Viking Treasure Necklace
Children's Quest
Viking Themed Coloring
3 Man Morris
Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Music will be provided during the day, and a Viking themed bardic circle is planned for after the feast.

Merchants are most welcome!  Merchant spaces are once again free.  Merchant space will be outdoors and merchants are responsible for their shelter.

A hearty dayboard is planned.

Finally but certainly not least, a viking feast is planned!  The feast will be prepared by our fine cook Ketterlyn der Wilde.  The feast will be limited to 50, reservations are recommended.  Please contact Ketterlyn if you have any dietary restrictions! 

As a fundraiser for the shire, a special "Odin's Table" is being prepared for the feast.  10 seats for this table will be available.  2 seats go to the winner of the Heavy Weapons tournament.  The remaining 8 seats will be auctioned off.  Odin's Table will receive special menu!  To bid on a seat the bidder must be already on board for the feast.

Feast menu and class list will be posted to the web site soon!

Directions:

From Interstate 81, take EXIT 80.  From 81 North turn LEFT at the end of the ramp, from 81 South turn RIGHT at the end of the ramp onto BOW CREEK ROAD.  Turn RIGHT onto MOUNTAIN ROAD/PA-443.  Bear RIGHT onto PARK DRIVE.  Turn RIGHT into H M Levitz Memorial Park.  Follow the road into the park, the lodge/troll is on the left.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Class: Glass Beads

Teacher: Carowyn Silveroak

Class Synopsis:
This is a basic class to learn how to make glass beads on a hothead
torch . Tips, tricks, pointers, and all-around schmoozing will occur, and
you can come in anytime to learn - the basic class will be given many
times throughout the period, and you are welcome to join the rotation
whenever you wish! Those who have already taken a class or two can jump
in for more torch time periodically, and more advanced tips and skills
can be taught on request. You will leave with at least 3 beads you've
made; depending on how many people are taking the class, you may be able
to get back on the torch for more.

Since this is a Viking-themed event, Viking styles will be the primary
focus, but I generally range over any time period when it comes to glass!
Feel free to ask any questions as they come to mind.

Please wear close-toed shoes and natural fabrics - we provide safety
glasses and aprons, but wearing 100% cotton, linen, leather, etc. is a
Good Thing. Natural fabrics char, whereas synthetics melt. Loose hair and
long sleeves should also be bound up and away from the torch.

Cost: To cover materials costs, I ask for $1 per bead you make, if you
can afford it. Don't let cost stop you from coming!

Class: The Game of Kubb

Class: Hands on Dyeing

Class: Diet and Nutrition among Celtic, Anglo-Saxon and Viking British Populations

Class: Viking Wire Weaving

Class: Basic Lucet 101                                                                    

Class Synopsis:
In this hands-on class, you will learn how to make a square cord using a lucet.  The square cord can be used for anything needing a drawstring or laces, such as pants, bloomers, bodice, shoes, hair, and more.  Come and join the fun. 
Class limit: 6 Materials: kit (lucet, handout and yarn) $5; extra handouts available; Sit-ins welcomed.   
Teacher info:

Class: Beginner to intermediate drop spindle spinning class

Teacher: Cindy

Class: Tafl Tournament
Teacher: Eleazar
Class Synopsis:
Tafl is an ancient game played by the Northern European peoples in the Middle Ages. Tafl is similar to chess. It is easy to learn but difficult to master.