Midnight at the Oasis
(2022-09-16 - 2022-09-18 - Site opens at 3 PM & Closes at 1 PM)
Nimenefeld
At the outset of the Second Punic War, Hannibal’s plan to invade Italy through Iberia required the monumental undertaking of crossing the Alps. Assisted by many allies, including Gallic tribes, Hannibal’s immense army of heavy infantry, cavalry, and war elephants began their campaign by crossing the treacherous terrain to begin their siege of Rome that would last for 15 years.
A middle eastern themed event, Midnight at the Oasis: The Labours of Hannibal, will encompass the outset and challenges of Hannibal Barcid’s campaign and those first initial victories over the legions. Knowing that an army would need their strength before departing on such a long journey, a middle eastern themed day-board will be available for purchase as a last taste of home.
Please join us for the long-anticipated return of the Company of the Banner of the Elephant's Stomp!!! All are invited to join the hospitality and party with the Elephants like it's 218 B.C. Food, drinks, music, and dancing are all planned for an evening of fun and comradery. Camping is free, so stay and enjoy yourself for the full day!
Watch the website for additional plans and details! http://mato.windmastershill.org/
| Fighting | Sir Bevan Bevan is the MiC and has scenarios planned including one featuring a mountain pass, a river crossing, and a town keep. Each side will have a chance for attacking and defending through for the fastest time. Combat Archers will have crucial roles in the scenarios! |
Warriors in any army would require equipment suitable for such a treacherous crossing. Being both a costly endeavor with terrain unfamiliar and strange to some individuals, bring anything someone would need to assist them in their journey with the army- along with elephants- across the Alps.
While Hannibal launches his campaign, Rome prepares for their inevitable incursion and prepares to march the legions. Well deserving of a last taste of home before a long campaign themselves, a Roman street food contest of populous choice is being offered. Make bite-sized Roman street food for all to enjoy, as long as they promise to vote, and display a card with ingredients. Documentation is encouraged.
An A&S open display competition will take place the same morning! The Barcid family’s patron god is none other than Melqart (also known as Hercules), whose myths inspired the famous general throughout life. There will be an open display for items one might find left to inspire favor and victory. We will assume any items not reclaimed by 3 pm as offerings on Hannibal’s behalf. (Bonus points if it is of the same time period as the Second Punic War!)
Classes are being organized by Lady Helga Vilhjalmskona who can be reached via email at: uglyeliza08@gmail.com |
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| Feast: | There will NOT be a feast! Instead, a Middle Eastern day-board (everything will be provided for populous ease- just bring your mug) is being offered as the Company of the Banner of the Elephant welcomes all to come and join the food, music, and hospitality at the Elephant Stomp that evening. If you have any food allergies, please reach out to the Event Steward or the feast steward, Sir Jared the Bear (ldjared@hotmail.com), as soon as possible. |
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| Merchanting: | Merchants are welcome! Lady Katherine of the Doves (Karen Parker) can be emailed at Karen1insc@aol.com regarding merchant space. |
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| Other: | Children’s Activities will be ran by Baroness Mor. Elephant The fun includes races, crafts, and period games will be available. Parents/guardians must accompany children under 12. |
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| Site is primarily grass (cut short), with minimal paths or pavement *EXCEPT* for the heated/air-conditioned clubhouse (which has electrical outlets and the evening Stomp *WILL* be nearby), handicap portajohns will be provided, and handicapped parking available. |
| Day-Trip | Feast | Camping | | Adult Member Registration | $20.00 | $12.00 | $0.00 | | Adult Non-Member Registration | $25.00 | $12.00 | $0.00 | | Youth (6-17) | $9.00 | $8.00 | $0.00 | | Child (0-5) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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| Make Checks Payable To: |
| SCA, Inc., Canton of Nimenefeld |
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| Registration Notes: |
Pre-reg: Pre-registration for the event and dayboard can be sent via check to: Baroness Caterina di Paulo or via SCARs opening August 16 and will close on September 14. For camping and field space reservations, email Lord Kálfr inn Kaldráði (Domingo Marcelo) at D.marcelo96@gmail.com. Refund requests in writing no later than five business days after the close of the event.
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| Site: | Optimist Club Farm
2908 Optimist Farm Road,
Apex, NC 27539 |
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| Site Restrictions: | All users of the farm are required to exercise reasonable safety
precautions:
Fire arms and fireworks are not permitted.
Open fires are subject to existing State Fire Regulations and are
permitted only in designated areas.
Horseshoe games are to be in designated areas.
All plants and animals must be protected. Federal and State laws
protect some and Club rules protect the rest. Fishing Rules: Club
members and guests (accompanied by a member), and groups
attending scheduled events are permitted to fish subject to
regulations of the NC Wildlife Commission. Using a seine is not
permitted.
No music or loud noise of any kind is permitted after 10:00 pm.
Non-observance will cause loss of deposit.
Youth must be under direct adult supervision when inside the
posted perimeter of the pond. |
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| Event Steward: | Lady Keelin O'Duinn (Nicole Cochran), 2857B Rock Pillar Road, Clayton, NC 27520, Phone: (919) 9461785, E-mail: ladykeelinoduinn@gmail.com |
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| Reservations: | Baroness Caterina di Paulo (Shannon Hamilton), 1110 Sandlewood Drive, Durham, NC 27712, Phone: () , E-mail: avaszu@gmail.com |
Directions:From I-95 South of Raleigh: Heading North on I-95…Take EXIT 81 toward Raleigh – 30.4 milesTake EXIT 298A toward Fayetteville and continue south on US-401 South – 7.5 miles
From I-95 North of Raleigh: Heading South on I-95…Take EXIT 138 toward Raleigh/Nashville/Nash Community College – 45 milesMerge onto US-64 W via the exit on the left toward I-40/Durham/Benson – 6.4 milesTake EXIT 298A toward Fayetteville and continue south on US-401 South – 7.5 miles
From I-40: Headed toward Raleigh on I-40…Take EXIT 298A toward Fayetteville and continue south on US-401 South – 7.5 miles
From 401: From US-401…Turn onto Donny Brook Road (in front of Wake Tech) and head West – 0.7 miles.Turn right onto Lake Wheeler Road and take the immediate Left onto Optimist Farm Road.Go straight on Optimist Farm Road (you will go straight at the intersection of Johnson Pod Road, 4 way stop). – 1.0 miles2908 Optimist Farm Road will be on the right.
