Autumn War is coming!
Join the Baronies of Blatha an Oir, Madrone, Glymm Mere, and Dragon’s Laire for Autumn War featuring Emprise of the Black Lion.
There will be fighting! Support your side as Pacifica (Baronies of Blatha an Oir, Glymm Mere and Dragon’s Laire) fight Salish Sea Alliance (Baronies of Madrona, Wyewood, and Aquaterra). War points will be awarded so be sure to come out and support. Heavy, rapier, archery, thrown weapons, and more.
Come visit our many merchants, take one of our classes (or several), and join us Saturday night for a Pride themed Ball with a FAFO fashion show. (More details below).
Site Cost:
$55 Adult Full Weekend
$40 Adult Day
Members receive a $10 Discount.
Camping at additional cost is available:
Sleeping tent (whole weekend) $10
Horse stall (per night) $25*
RV (with hookups, per night) $35*
Sleeping tent is defined as a tent that you are sleeping in, a trailer or RV without hookups. Day shades do not count towards tent costs.
If multiple people are sharing one tent, please only mark tent registration on one person’s pre-registration.
All horses on site will require a stall.
*Horse Stalls and RV’s are REQUIRED to pre-register.
Pre-registration is currently open and closes on August 28th 2025.
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All invoices must be paid by September 4th 2025. Unpaid invoices will be cancelled. This may result in loss of RV spot or horse stall.
Any invoicing questions or concerns can be directed to
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To sign up to Merchant, please use this form.
https://forms.gle/1sgxe7y2tMzGhteJ7 Merchants’ sign-ups close September 1st, 2025, unless they are filled sooner.
Teaching Sign Ups are Closed and Full as of 8/22/2025, any questions please reach out to Paullus Quinctilius Barbatus our A&S Class Coordinator.
Site Information and Rules:
- Site is Discreetly Wet!
- No Open Fires! Propane cooking is allowed but due to fire risk no open fires are allowed on site.
- Site is pack in, pack out. Be prepared to take your trash and all your belongings with you.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times, and all dog waste must be removed.
- Due to this being a working horse ranch, the site requires all children must be always accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- NO GLASS in the barns and arena.
Remember, smoking must be confined to your own camps. Please note: There is NO Smoking in / near the Royal and Blatha an Oir Baronial encampments due to sever allergies.
All smoking materials (ashes, embers, and cigarette butts) need to be disposed of in an appropriate container (ashtray, etc.) and not left on the ground.
Per SCA policy – Absolutely NO Marijuana is allowed on site.
ADA Note:
ADA Camping is available. This is situated closer to the main arena for ease of access.
Site is relatively flat and there are paved / graveled pathways throughout.
We are bringing Volkswagon services back this year. There will be a regular route to and from camping to the main buildings.
Additionally, this year we will have an ADA charging station in the main arena, so if you are camping without power and need a place to charge medical devices or batteries there will be a spot for you to do so.
Merchants List (preliminary list, and subject to change):
- Nordic Trader
- Keltic Kraze
- Fire and Flame Sundries
- Walkingstick Designs
- Sidhefire Arts
- Tursi Art
- Wandering Moons
- Thistle Hollow Enterprises
- Crystal Works
- Keep’in it Cheesey Charcuterie
- Fantastical Threads
- Vidar Leatherworks LLP
- Wites Crossed
- Horse ‘n” Round Studio
- The Beadhive
- Dark Ages Games
- Viking Kraft and Sable Fleur Designs
- Persistent Tiger Design Studios
- Alfheim Works
- Stonebreakers Keep
- Ancient Echoes
- The Winter Night Bezaar
- Silver Wolf Trading
- Red Troll Forge
- Tea’s Felting Emporium
- Hawk’s Forge
Class List (preliminary list, and subject to change):
Persona Building Basics
Paullus Quinctilius Barbatus
1 hour - No Cost
Let's learn together about building your persona in the SCA, in this dynamic, interactive class. In an open forum style we'll learn what works, what doesn't, what just might work for building and tailoring your persona. This class isn't only for beginners, it's built for everyone, regardless of wherever you may be on your persona's journey.
How Best to Document Events with Photography
Bear Far-Wanderer
1 hour - No Cost
Do you have a camera? Do you like the SCA? Do you bring it with you to events ?
This is a skills workshop on how to take the best photos for helping show the world your sca memories. If multiple people come we can do a posing and portrait to help with getting the right angle and the best photos you and your friends will cherish.
Spinning with a Spindle and Distaff
Elisabeth de Rossignol
2 hours - $5 if you take the Spindle and Distaff, otherwise No Cost
Intro to spinning wool with a supported spindle and distaff. Want to look like the spinners on manuscript pages? This is the place. Previous spinning experience helpful but not required. Equipment provided.
How to Pick a Name
Elisabeth de Rossignol
2 hours - No Cost
Everyone needs a name. This class is aimed at newcomers, chatelaines, heralds, and anyone interested in helping them. We will discuss how to give new folks helpful and factual advice, including where to look, how various kinds of names are constructed, and what to do when somebody tells you the heralds will never pass it. (Spoiler--don't be too sure of that.) Questions entirely welcome and encouraged.
Introduction to the An Tir Wiki
Michelino di Gino Martini
1 hour - No Cost
Wondering what the An Tir wiki is, how to sign up, how to use it? Come attend and find out!
Charter Painting with Partners (Beginner Level)
Sibilia dell’Acqua
1 hour - No Cost
Would you like to learn how to paint medieval-style and collaborate on an art piece at the same time? We will start the class by talking about how to do basic painting with gouache, then divide into pairs or small groups. Each pair will paint a separate piece. We'll take a quick break and then learn how to do simple whitework. Participants will trade art with another person, then begin to paint. No previous experience is required and all ages are welcome.
An Introduction to Gilding Methods
Sibilia dell'Acqua
3 hours - No Cost
Limit 8 people
Have you wanted to try out gilding but never had the chance? In this workshop, participants will be introduced to different forms of gilding on paper and offered the chance to try some hands-on work. We will be working on a few different techniques at once to allow for drying time. No prior experience with gilding or illumination is required.
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop will contain materials such as raw egg, honey, and other items that may be allergens. A materials list is available on request - please contact Sibilia dell'Acqua directly on Facebook or by email at
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Welcome to Emprise of the Black Lion (What are they doing in that big arena?)
Visc. Ynsen Ongge Xong Kerij-e
1 hour - No Cost
The Emprise of the Black Lion is the flagship equestrian event in Madrone! And it involves horses and pageantry and horses! Join Visc. Kerij-e one of the founding event stewards of the Emprise to learn how we incorporate horses into the SCA. Learn the history of the Emprise and how it is run and what to expect on Saturday.
Note: This class is held in the equestrian area, be prepared to walk a bit, there will be horses involved. Please wear closed toed shoes. If possible, we will also watch a bit of the Princess Bride themed challenge course (multiple equestrian gaming elements tied to a theme!).
Costuming for Plus-Sized Bodies
Gracias Abrabanel
1.5 hours - No Cost
Sourcing plus size patterns, choosing a pattern, adapting patterns to extend the size range, making custom dress forms and draping techniques, drafting a body block, sourcing fabric, making a toile, duct tape patterns, bust support, and fitting purchased costumes.
Roman/Viking Wire Rings
Elizabeth Blackburn
1 hour - No Cost
We'll make a wire ring similar to examples that have been found in Romano-Britain, as well as Scandinavian Viking era cultures. Time permitting, we'll make a second style of ring, also find in Viking as well as Anglo-Saxon finds.
SCA Modeling: Posing For Photos
Mistress Medb ingen Echuid
1 hour - No Cost
Learn some tips for posing and showing off your lovely clothing and other creations! We will cover basics and do some hands on practice with volunteers from the class.
Clothing 911 - Round Table Help for Recalcitrant, Reluctant, and Resistant Sewing Projects
Magistra Victoria di Carducci
2 hours - No Cost
Sponsored by the An Tir Clothiers Guild.
Get help with projects that refuse to cooperate!
Fitting problems? Stuck on how to finish something off? Need a new pattern? Have a favorite garment that doesn't fit anymore?
Come problem solve in a group setting and get your problem projects out of the punishment pile.
Participants should bring:
Problem project
Basic sewing kit
Chair
If you are not sure if your problem project is suitable for the workshop, feel free to check with Magistra Vittoria ahead of time at
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Patchwork is Period
Praxilla Taurina
1 hour - No Cost, Kit is Provided
Let's have a look at the Impruneta Cushion (a silk patchwork pillow dated before 1477) and the style of patchwork it uses. We will work on a small make and take sample.
Knowledge of running, couching, and back stitches would be helpful but not required. Bringing your own general sewing supplies (needles and snips) is encouraged but extras will be available.
Quick Quire
Elisabeth Piper
1 hour - $5 for songbook if you take it home
Quick Quire: Intro to Choral Singing – We will sing rounds and simple part songs from period. Experience welcome, but not required. Please bring your own chair.
SCA on a Budget: Part One - Clothing: Strategies and Sources
Elisabeth Piper
1 hour - No Cost
This is a lecture class with examples and time for questions. Bring your own chair.
SCA on a Budget: Part Two - Everything but Clothing: Strategies and Sources
Elisabeth Piper
1 hour - No Cost
This is a lecture class with examples and time for questions. Bring your own chair.
String-Play Salon
Elisabeth Piper
2 hours - No Cost
Bring your knitting, nalbinding, kumihimo, fingerloop, lace, embroidery, bandweaving, etc. projects and visit while you work. We will bring some of our favorites source books. Bring your own chair.
Forging Wild Edibles: Eat the Weeds!
HL Ailynn Catriona Moirea
1.5 hours - No Cost
Come join a walking tour of the site. Learn to identify edible plants as we stroll around and see their growth habit, learn a few ways to consume them and a little medieval history about what our forefathers ate. Wear good walking shoes and sun protection. A scribble stick and paper to write notes is suggested.
Learn to Make Turkey Wing Whisk Brooms
Melissa of Dalmatia
1.5 hours - $25 (You take home a broom.)
Limit 10 people
Perfect for home, camping, or ritual use. All supplies for construction will be provided, as well as 1:1 instruction during class. Must be at least 10yrs old.
Writing Award Recommendations
Pernell Camber
1 hour - No Cost
Writing Awards is Easy! (Don’t let deserving people go unrewarded.)
Around the Fire: Beginner Belly Dance with Props Demo
Mirren inghean Fitheach
2 hours - No Cost
Come learn some beginner belly dance moves, tips for dancing around the fire with others, and some history of belly dance. Try out the props we use today, and learn some of the historic roots of them.
Yelling At Your Friends for Fun and Profit: A Voice Herald’s Primer
Aelis de la Rose
1 hour - No Cost
Voice heraldry comes in a variety of flavors, and we will be touching on all of them in this class. What is important to know, how to get involved, and the do's and don't's of each will be covered. If you are new to voice heraldry (or want to know more about specific types), this is a great place to get information and ask questions. If you have experience in voice heraldry, there may be an opportunity for a roundtable discussion, depending on time. Bring your thoughts, questions, and a chair. All are welcome!
Greek or Roman from a Saree
Dame Ellen Fraser
2 hours - $1 for handout
Limit 10 people
The purpose of this class is to show you how to make an SCA-style gown that resembles Greek and Roman women's garments using a Saree. This is a "how to make" class, not a culture class. If you are interested in the culture, please contact any one of the lovely Greek/Roman ladies listed at the end of the handout.
Saturday Night: Pride Ball and Fashion Show –
Autumn War is pleased to host a Pride themed Ball. Come to the main Arena and join us in dance and revelry in all your Pride themed garb. Since you’ll already be in your best attire, enter into our FAFO Fashion Show, our panel of judges (including Her Royal Majesty Achaxe Ek Auchatae, Baroness Elizabeth Fitzwilliams of BAO, Baroness Furia Dommitia of DL, and Magistra Vittoria di Carduci) will pick the best of five categories to award. Prizes to be announced later.
To be clear, this does NOT need to be new garb / accessories. Bring what you have, we want to see it all.
Awards Categories:
1. Ensemble Extraordinaire – The best overall pride outfit.
2. The Thread Though Time – The outfit that is most period while still embodying the pride theme.
3. Best Peacocking – The loudest and proudest garment as chosen by the judges.
4. The Beyond Banners – The best representation of pride flag in a garment.
5. Adornment Architect – The best accessories that are pride themed. Anyone with pride accessories can enter this category without the whole outfit being pride themed.
Judging is based on:
- Is the garment historically accurate?
- Does the entire outfit match a period?
- How well assembled is the garment?
- How colorful is the garment?
- How loud and proud is the garment?
- Does the garment represent a pride flag? If so, how accurate to the flag?
- Are there pride accessories? How much do they represent pride?
Equestrian Activities / Schedule (Subject to Change):
Thursday
3 p.m. – Gate opens. Horses cannot arrive before 3 p.m. without previous arrangements with the EMIC.
Arena for open riding – 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. No lunging or loose horses in the arena.
5 p.m. – Set up the challenge course
Authorizations by appointment and pre-event arrangement. Coordinate with a senior marshal and the EMIC.
At dusk: A showing of the Princess Bride (location to be announced)
Friday
9 a.m. – Riders meeting at barn
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – First set of riders of the Princess Bride Challenge course
Description: A multi-skill course retelling the exciting adventures of Princess Buttercup and her true love Westley aka the Dread Pirate Roberts. Recommended weapons: sword-type wasters with a belt, holster or sheath, and a sharp wit.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m – Mounted to Ground class with Master Conal and Mistress Else
Description: Experimental game. Wasters and/or sword replicators will be provided. Ground fighters in armor needed.
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Equestrian lunch break
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Second set of riders of the Princess Bride Challenge Course
3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Tear down of the challenge course and set up for Emprise – All assistance welcome!
At dusk: Equestrian Meet and Greet in the Madrone Baronial Pavilion
Come and meet equestrians from other parts of the Kingdom and knowne world! Light refreshments provided, bring your drinks!
Saturday
9 a.m. – Rider’s meeting at barn
10am Emprise Grand Parade and presentation of the Emprise judges.
Description: The formal introduction of riders to the honored judges and presentation of gifts and word fame. Aim to impress and dazzle the judges and populace. Heralds, banners, and trappings, bards or caparisons encouraged.
11 to noon – Ride before the Prince.
Description: Based on the movements from the Masters of the 16th and 17th century, riders will perform for judges to show your riding skill and panache. (limit 3 minutes, including introduction. Amplified or live music may be provided by the competitors.
Noon to 1 p.m - Equestrian lunch break
1 to 3 p.m. - Emprise Equestrian Tournament
Description: Lance training games (open field quintain, head at three heights, rings)
3 p.m. to victory – Joust (wooden and/or foam)
Awards and Overall Emprise Champion will be presented at the Evening Court (5 p.m.)
Sunday
10 a.m. Breakdown and pack up.
3 p.m. Site closes.
Youth Activities / Schedule:
Some classes and activities may change due to teacher changes and schedule conflicts. We will provide a fill in class in these cases and let you know when or if the original class will be held.
Friday 12th
1PM Yard Games open
2 PM Open Crafts
including Basic Jewelry Making, Coloring Bookmarks and Painted Banners
5 PM Yard Games Close
Saturday 13th
All Day Activities
Yard Games
Heraldry Scavenger Hunt
NPC Quests (War Point Activity)
Pilgrams Walk
9:30 – 10:30 Fan Building and Decorating
10:30 - 11:30 Tentatively Baroness’s Tea and Story Time
(Subject to change per Their Excellencies Schedule.)
11:30 – 12:30 Slap Bracelet Decorative Cuffs
12:30 – 1:30 Lunch Yard Games and Coloring activities will be available
1:30 – 2:20 Hobby Horses
2:30 – 3:30 Horse Safety Class with Sir Ed
3:30 -4:30 Origami Class
Sunday 14th
9 – 11 Yard Games, Coloring, Jewelry Making
11 AM Family Activities closes for tear down. I hope you had a great War!
Yard Games will include:
Bocci Ball
Bottle Toss
Ring Toss
Velcro Hatchet Toss
Corn Hole or Basket Toss
Class Descriptions
Basic Jewelry Making
Make a bracelet or earrings. Wide assortment of beads, findings and tools will be provided.
No Fee Ages 5 and Up. ( adults are welcome but are required to make one item to take AND one item that will be donated to largess)
Coloring Bookmarks
Come color a fun or bazar bookmark inspired by manuscript marginalia.
No Fee Ages 1 and up. Multiple mediums will be available. Crayon, colored pencils, markers, washable paints.
Painted Banners
Learn basic heraldry terms as you paint your own banner to display at camp!
No Fee Ages 5 and up (adults are welcome IF supplies are available.) Paints, brushes and banners will be provided.
Fan Building and Decorating
Come build a folding fan to beat the heat! Build and decorate your own folding fan.
No Fee Ages 4 and up (adults are welcome IF supplies are available.) All supplies are provided.
Slap Bracelet Decorative Cuffs
Come decorate your own set of decorative wrist cuffs to jazz up any outfit.
No Fee Ages 5 and up. (Sewing needles and hot glue may make this craft hazardous to smaller children.)
Hobby Horses
Come build and race your own Hobby Horse!
No Fee Ages 5 and up All supplies will be provided.
Horse Safety Class with Sir Ed
Come learn horse safety with Sir Ed. (More description may be available closer to the event)
No Fee All ages but ages but small children must be closely watched by a guardian at all times.
Origami Class
Learn the craft of Origami.
No Fee All ages Supplies will be provided.
All Day Activities Descriptions
Heraldry Scavenger Hunt
Learn how to recognize basic heraldry as you enjoy the war! Come to the Family Activities area to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. Find heraldry around the site that matches and get your guardian to sign off. When your sheet is complete come back to Family Activities for a reward!
NPC Quests
Look for Quest markers on site. (!) War Point Activity! All ages!
Pilgrim's Walk
Learn about the Pilgrimages that people would go on in all time periods and cultures throughout history and go on one of your own! While you are at it learn some basic navigation skills as you use the map to find and mark off the Pilgrimage sites you find.
Come to Children’s activities for view the map of the Pilgrams Walk. Take a site map of your own and make a mark for each site you visit. Visit as many or a few sites as you like. Some sites may not have at token. The walk is its own reward!
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