Welcome to Dragon's Laire

June Faire is on Its Way!

Please visit the June Faire page to find out what's happening at the event, how you can participate and lend a hand and more.

June Faire t-shirts are Coming! This years June Faire theme is "I love it when a plan comes together". Stay tuned for more information as it arrives.

Fighters, Archers, Weapons Throwers, check out the planned activities for June Faire!

Volunteers! Please contact the June Faire Volunteer Coordinator, Lord Emil to learn about opportunities for volunteering. June Faire is a huge event, we need lots of volunteers. So pitch in and have a blast helping out!

All of Dragon's Laire is Wishing Good Health to our own Mateusz!

THL Mateusz, former DL Arts and Sciences Champion, underwent heart bypass surgery at the end of April. We all wish him well and hope he recovers quickly. We'll miss you while you recover!

Scribal Class in May

Lady Ela and THL Gabrielle will be holding a class on beginning scribal painting at Lady Ela's house on Bainbridge Island on May 5th, from 1 to 5 pm. The class covers painting charters with gouache paint (like watercolor paint but more opaque). Gold and Silver paint will also be covered. The class will discuss materials, tools, techniques and color selection. No experience or supplies are necessary, but you may bring your own supplies if you prefer. If you have a scribal project you are working on, feel free to join Lady Ela and THL Gabrielle. Please RSVP so the teachers know how many to plan for.

Planning is under Way for our Annual Newcomers' Night at Practice

The date is tentatively set for 18th June, at the regular Tuesday FP. A potluck is planned. We hope to offer classes on topics for newcomers (Basic Garb, Basic Heavy, Basic Rapier, Basic A&S, etc). If you want to help plan this, please contact the Baronial Chatelain, Lord Albrecht Van Beeke.

March was a Good Month for Dragon's Laire

At Kingdom Arts and Sciences Dragon's Laire was well represented. Master Arion the Wanderer, OL, Baroness Laurellen de Brandevin, Lord Alberto Martini and Lady Ela y Ynis Dewi were among the denizens of Dragon's Laire who entered to compete in either the single entry category or for the overall Championship at Kingdom level. Other members of the Barony participated as judges and cheer-leaders at the event. Master Arion was runner-up in the overall Arts and Sciences Competition!

Later on in the month the Barony held is semi-annual Arts and Sciences Day Camp. It was very successful, with several classes given. Arcos Loric taught a TAM class, Mrq. Laurellen did a class on the fundamentals of late period/flemish clothing, Dame Madrun taught beginning tablet weaving and THL Rycheza taught a wonderful class on period cooking, research and persona development, Lord Diomedes taught chess. THL Kassandra had a nice display of lace to show, Master Cedric demonstrated wire weaving and the scribal community had an active group working hard on scrolls. Work on Gold Key supplies happened, and Lady Diana of Kent delivered largesse.

Weekly Baronial Fighter Practice and Social:

We hold a weekly Baronial Fighter Practice, Social and get together every Tuesday night at the VFW Hall on Central Valley in Bremerton, WA from 6pm-8pm. All are welcome! See the Map for the location.

Classes:

For those interested in the Arts & Science (A&S) side of the SCA classes are held at the Baronial Social (generally each Tuesday of the Month) at the VFW Hall on Central Valley in Bremerton, WA -  from 6pm-8pm. Please consult the Events Calendar for more information.

Note:

Our practices and classes at practice are open to anyone interested and do not require medieval dress. Our events are also open to anyone but do require medieval dress. Loaner clothing can be arranged for our local events through Gold Key for those who do not have any yet, but it is best to ask in advance because our supply is limited.


What's New on the Website!

A list of current updates and changes is available on the about this website page.

Navigation

If you click on the DL device on any page but this one, it'll take you back to this page.

We need bios and pics for the people pages, pics of the champions, pics of fighting, etc. We always need/want articles of interest, stories, and more. Please contact the webmistress, THL Aelianora de Wyntringham, or deputy webminister, position open, if interested, before we contact you!

About the Barony

The Barony of Dragon's Laire is composed of Kitsap County and Northern Mason County in Washington State, USA. It is well known in the community for our annual June Faire which open to the public. June Faire was once called Medieval Faire, the public may know it by that name still. Our members come from a wide variety of backgrounds, interests and ages. We share an interest in the history and culture of the Middle Ages and pursue that interest through the study of combat techniques, arts and crafts, social structures and dress of the period. This study starts in the library and moves quickly to the forge, needle and tourney field for a real hands-on approach. This website provides a glimpse into our world and resources for our members.

The Barony of Dragon's Laire is a branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). Inc. It is part of the Kingdom of An Tir (Northwest U.S. and parts of Western Canada.) The SCA is a not-for-profit educational organization that studies the history and culture of the Middle Ages by recreating it. The SCA has branches all over the USA and Canada, as well as many parts of Europe, Australia, and Asia. To locate a branch near you check the SCA Web site.

Our next event: June Faire
31 May - 2 Jun
Port Gamble, WA


Did you know?

The shire of Dragon's Laire was recognized in 1982 (the first in the newly formed Kingdom of An Tir!), and the Barony of Dragon's Laire was officially recognized at 12th Night in 1995.


Did you know?

The current Kingdom Arts and Sciences Minister is our own Nidda Riddarelli!

Dragon's Laire in the News!

Dragon's Laire was featured, last July, in our local paper. Here's is a link to the story!

Photos and Video!

We have many talented photographers in the Barony. One of them is Dame Gwen the Potter. She has a gallery of all the pictures she's taken on her website. Check it out!

Dame Gwen sent in a link to her photos from 12th Night. Scroll through until you get to "12th Night 2013 on last page.

Dame Gwen has also provided photos of Madrona A&S Day and Candlemas.

Other talented Baronial photographers included Marcus Tullius Calvus, Talentus, and THL Theodoric. Their pictures, and links to their various galleries, are scattered throughout these webpages.

Bravo to all the talented photographers of the Barony! Thank you SO MUCH for what you do!

Master Ralg took video of the elevation of our Baroness, Mrq. Laurellen, to the order of the Pelican. Here's a link to the video.