It is (again) the year 1468 and the Yorkist Earl of Pembroke, William Herbert born Gwilym ap Gwilym, has been sent by Edward IV to take Harlech Castle, a stronghold in northern Wales being held by the Welsh constable Dafydd ap Jevan for the Lancastrians.  In preparation for the assault, His Grace the Earl has ordered all of his Archers and other Fighters and their entourages to gather at Goodrich Castle five days before the autumnal equinox on the Feast Day of St.  Hygbald for tests of readiness for battle.

The day will offer a variety of tests in archery and other methods of fighting, including Royal Rounds, a clout shoot, roving in His Grace's new roving field, a flight shoot, and for those who are interested, permission has been given for all archers at the gathering to hunt His Grace's game in His Forest and His birds in His Fields, while for those desiring additional training for shooting a bow in combat, there will be time set aside to practice Combat Archery.

In addition to Archery, there will be training and competition in axe, spear, and knife throwing as well as in fighting with the new lightweight sword, the rapier. 

Children who wish to partake of these activities may do so, provided a parent or guardian is present. 

His Grace will provide two large pots of hot vittles when the sun is highest in the sky.  To that end, His Grace has ordered his stewards to prepare two fine stews (one with meat and the other without), breads, cheeses, and fruit in season as well as suitable drinks.

A primitive camp will be established late on the day before the Gathering and will disband the morning after the Gathering.  And for those not able to camp, a few of the local castles have offered accommodations (“crash space”) as space allows.  Any one may request camping or “castle” accommodations for themselves and their families by going to the Lost Tip web page listed below and clicking on “Lost Tip Accommodations” about half way down the page. 

Please bring a camp chair - we will provide tables!

The gathering will be held in the usual autumn sunshine of Vermont (bright and/or liquid).

Parking right on the site is somewhat limited, so carpooling is suggested - cuts down on travel costs as well.  There is ample parking within walking distance.

Directions:

Proceed in the most convenient fashion on I-89 to exit 4 (Randolph).  Turn down the hill past McDonalds.  Go about 1/3 mile following the SCA signs.  Turn left onto Fish Hill Road and go about 1/3 mile.  Turn left ont the first road (it's dirt) - Voghell Road and to the Lost Tip site, which is at the end of the road on the left (1/3 mile).

Event Website: http://panthervale.com/losttip

At-a-Glance Event Information

Site:
Goodrich Homestead
390 Voghell Road
Randolph, VT  05060
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Site Opens: 1 PM Friday, September 17, 2010
Site Closes: 11 AM Sunday, September 19, 2010

Event Fees:

Site : Adult Members:  $10.00*
Youth 13 to 17:  $10.00
Children 7 to 12:  $5.00
Children under 7:  Free
Family Maximum:  $30.00
*Nonmembers 18 and over will need to pay the $5 nonmember surcharge.
Feast: The Dayboard is included in the site fees.

Send Reservations to:
Reservations for camping space and local castle accomodation are required since both are limited.  Event reservations are not required but they are highly desirable for planning the dayboard.  Just send a note with Lost Tip in the subject line and your name and contact infromation to reservations@panthervale.com.

Autocrat:
Autocrat:  Lord Robert Toxophilus of Werchesope, mka Robert Goodrich, 389 Voghell Road, Randolph, VT 05060, pvarcher@yahoo.com
and
Co-Autocrat:  Lisette la Vinhala, mka Anita Kelman

Make Checks Payable to: SCA, Inc.  - Shire of Panther Vale

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