
Classes for Quad War 2019
Updated 9:30pm July 18, 2019.
Registration can now be made on google documents.
Alternately you can send an email to kataryna_dragonweaver@yahoo.com with you mundane name, sca name and the classes you'd like to attend.
Regardless of registration method, you will recieve and email confirming your status in the class - "enrolled" or "on wait list".
TUA - Quad War 2019 - Registration
Friday
Heraldry consultation
Friday 6 - 8 pm at the Inn of
the Cup and Bear Sunshade (by the Lemming Tavern)
Session Type: Drop In
Host: Dame Arwyn of Leicester, O.P.
Need help with your heraldry?
want to submit your heraldry paperwork? The Avacal heralds are here to help.
Stop by a talk names, get help with device design, have submissions questions.
Length 2 hs
Cost 10$ per heraldic submission
Don't Pass Out - Hydration On the Field and Off
Friday 7:30 - 8:30pm TUA Shelter
1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Lordship Aelhunn Angarsson
Beware of the heat! Being active
outdoors - especially when fighting or working on strenous project requires an
awareness of Heat related problems. Learn about Pre, During, and Post hydration
and recovery from extreme activities.
Age requirement: All ages, Youth and Children should have
parents present
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: Unlimited with
Pre-registration (so info packs can be printed)
Cost: Free
Flirting with the ABC’s
Friday 8 - 9pm at TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: Naughty Auntie Nasheeta
Have fun learning the art of
flirting and the ABC’s. Adults male and female welcome. Wear comfortable
clothes you can move in.
Age requirement: Under 19 with Parents approval.
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Tea culture in Ancient and Imperial China
Friday 8 pm onwards at the Inn
of the Cup and Bear Sunshade (by the Lemming Tavern)
If weather conditions are poor
this class will be moved to Sunday 8pm onwards
Session type: Class
Instructor: 葉蕭龍夫人 /
Yè Xiāolong Fūrén (Frauva Hlif
Angarsdottir)
This will be a very relaxed and
casual class. We will drink tea, talk about tea, talk about folklore, etiquette
and probably explore a few rabbit holes along the way. We will go over various
serving methods but I will teach one technique that you will all have a chance
to try during the class. Those who do not wish to serve can sit back and drink.
There will be several different teas to drink as we learn about the various
process.
Please bring a cup, (the smaller
the cup the better), chair or blanket to sit on, and since it will be in the
evening maybe a cozy coat. If there are any food allergies especially allergy
to fermentation please refrain from sampling the tea (you are still very
welcomed to assist).
Age requirement: Well behaved younglings are welcomed.
Class Length: As long as it takes. This class
will take place in the evening, so you are free to leave when you feel that you
have reach your quota of tea.
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: $5 will give you unlimited tea and
handouts.
The Knight’s Sky
Friday 9:30 pm meet at TUA
shelter 1, class will find a good sky watching spot
If sky conditions or poor on
Friday this class will be moved to Sunday 9:30pm
Session type: Class
Instructor: Brother Anthony
A brief history of astronomy and
its role and significance in medieval society followed by a tour of the summer
night sky.
Meet at TUA sunshade 1 and from
there the group will proceed to a good star watching location
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: Until Finished
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Saturday
Laurel Meet and Greet
Saturday 10 - 11am TUA shelter 1
Session type: Drop In
Host: Master Mai, O.L.
Come hang out with the laurels
talk about your A&S geeks and ask questions about being a laurel,
apprentice, or student.
Length: 1 hr
Basic Bronze Casting
Saturday 10 am - 2pm in the
Dwarf Encampment
Session type: Class
Instructor: Don Caiaphas, OWS
This class shows the techniques
necessary to do basic copper, bronze, silver, and gold sandcasting. The class
focuses on each student producing one of two styles of sword pommels cast from
bronze: either a 10th century longsword pommel (Norse) or a 16th century rapier
pommel (excellent for balancing out a rapier that can be used in SCA rapier
combat). However, the techniques shown can be used to produce other items as
well. (contact the instructor if you would like to cast a different item to see
if it is feasible) Techniques taught include high temperature casting, making
suitable different compositions of bronzes for different projects, how to get
clean casts without inclusions and defects, object duplication through casting,
and basic casting safety.
Age requirement: 15+
Class Length: 4 hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Black Smithing (This course will both days)
Saturday 10am - 12 noon at Henry
Hamilton’s Forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Henry Hamilton
An introduction to basic blacksmithing
and forging. The class will touch on some history of the trade and safety
practices common to most shops. Henry Hamilton of Ferrebral Iron works has
taught at historical townsites, public schools, private bookings, and holds
ongoing college classes at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook BC see
https://www.facebook.com/Ferrebralironworks/ . This is a hands-on approach to
blacksmithing.
Students must wear non-melty
fabrics, closed shirts (preferably long sleeve), closed-top footwear (no
sandals or slippers), no dangly hair (bring tie-backs) and of course come with
a willingness to learn and we should have loads of fun!
Age requirement: 15+, all students will be asked to sign
an additional waiver
Class Length: 2-2 ½ hrs
Class Limit: Max 4 students per session
Cost: $40
Shooting Timed Ends
Saturday 10:30am-12:30 noon on
the Archery Range
Session type: Class
Instructor: Archos Morrigan
Learn how to improve your timed
end shooting. Participants must have their own archery equipment.
Age requirement: Adults
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Charter Painting
Saturday 11am - 12:30pm TUA
shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Maistresse
Susane le Peyntour, O.L.
This class will cover paint
choices Colours appropriate to different periods And hands on painting practice
with feedback.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1.5hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Class fee $2 to cover paints and
photocopies, Students may bring own gouache paint and brushes and pay a reduced
fee of $1
From Sheep to Yarn: How to Prepare Raw Fleece for
Spinning
Saturday 11am - 1pm at the Inn
of the Cup and Bear Sunshade (by the Lemming Tavern)
Session type: Class
Instructor: Rosaline Hampton
Learn how to process raw wool
for woollen and worsted spinning. This class will cover cleaning a fleece and
preparing the wool for spinning, with a few helpful hints on what type of prep
works best for the wool you are working with. This class will be mostly theory,
with a bit of hands on carding and combing, so bring a pen and notebook. If you
have a pair of carders or combs, please bring them. If you would like to bring
a spindle so you can try spinning your carded/combed samples, please do so.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: 6
Cost: Free
What do You Know About REAL
Pirates
Time: Sunday 11am-12pm
TUA Shelter 2
Session type: Discussion
Class Instructor: Peregrine
Falconer the Navigator
Question and Answers for young
people about pirates in the SCA period: When were they active? Who were they?
Where did they live and prey? Were there female pirates? And since pirates seem
so scary, who was afraid them? The answers may surprise you - for example, the
Viking ship now on display in the Royal Alberta Museum was sunk on purpose - by
Vikings - in about 1070 - at the entrance to Roskilde harbour to protect
against enemies like pirates!
Age requirement: Aimed at Youth, Adults welcome
Class Length: 2 hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Heraldic Display
Saturday 11am - 1pm Baron
Percival's Camp beside Schmett's Forge
Session type: Drop In
Instructor: Baron Percival de la
Rocque O.P. Purple Mantle Herald Extraordinary from Ealdormere, and HL Amery
Stewart
Open house gathering at Baron
Percival's Camp beside Schmett's Forge where we will discuss many forms of
heraldic display and interesting ways people can display their heraldry. Based
upon my Power Point presentation at the Known World Herald and Scribes
symposium of 2015 discussion will follow a basic outline of the presentation. I
will attempt to run the power point if it will show up in daylight. I will have
a number of hands on items for people to check out and discuss as well as a
handout (20 copies on hand) based upon the power point. Will be assisted here
by your own Lord Amery Stewart and some of his wonderful display items.
Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited, but only 20
copies of handout available
Cost: Free
Introduction to Persian Costuming
Saturday 1 - 2pm TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: Viscountess Bushra
Introduction to Persian
Costuming for both Men and Women with a discussion on tips on how to research
particular time periods and caliphates.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Flirtation and Consent 101
Saturday 1:30 - 2:30pm TUA
Shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Maestro Tommaso Tiepolo
Learn about giving and receiving
consent both within the SCA and in general. Practice giving and denying consent
while learning how to tactfully flirt.
Age requirement: 18+
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Leatherwork 101
Saturday 2 - 4pm TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: Domenica Piccioni
Introduction to tooling and stamping
leather.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: $5
Spin-In
Saturday 2 - 4pm at the Inn of
the Cup and Bear Sunshade (by the Lemming Tavern)
Session type: Drop-In
Instructor: Rosaline Hampton
Are you a spinner? Learning to
spin? Just bought a new spindle or wheel? Want to try a spindle or wheel? Come
and join us for an open format spin-in. Bring your spinning and fibre tools and
hang out with some fellow spinners for some learning, sharing, and fibre fun!
If you have a spinning wheel or are thinking of acquiring one, we will also be
having a discussion on types of wheels and basic wheel maintenance. I will also
have a boatload of fibres to play with and try, so come and sample the stash or
snuggle with some luxury fibres.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2 hrs come and go as you please
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free, but if you sample some fibres,
a couple dollars would be appreciated.
History Of Flags
Saturday 2 - 3pm Baron
Percival's Camp beside Schmett's Forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Baron Percival de la
Rocque O.P. Purple Mantle Herald Extraordinary from Ealdormere
Discussion/Power Point walk
through the history of flags from prehistoric to medieval. Looking back into
history we examine the progression of how flags came into being and the
purposes they would have served. Hand out (20 copies).
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: 20
Cost: Free
Cheese Making in the Middle Ages
Saturday 2:30pm - 3:30pm at the
Pink Persian Café
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Asa Nordoster
Today we will be exploring an
example of a fresh or “green” cheese, which was commonly found throughout
England, and many other parts of Europe, during the Middle Ages.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: 12
Cost: Free
Medieval Food Preservation Techniques in a Modern
Food Safe World
Saturday 3:30 -5:30pm TUA
shelter 3
Session type: Class
Instructor: Dame Arwyn of Leicester,
O.P.
We will review the basics of
modern food safety. Then we will compare medieval recipes and see how much of
the food safety concepts were incorporated.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Burn Testing Fabric
Saturday 4 - 5pm TUA Shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Adelheid Holtzhauer
Burning fabric is the best way
to test the fibre content of a material. We will burn test a variety of
swatches to practice identifying their content. Feel free to bring your
"unknown content" fabrics and we will see if we can discern their
make up.
Age requirement: Youth are welcome
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
SCA Bardic
Saturday 4 - 5pm TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Skald the Peacemaker
The bardic circle, the court,
jamming by the coffee house, telling stories eric side. Bardic is an important part of every
event. It is both modern and historical
and very uniquely SCA.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Sunday
Painting and Dyeing Leather
Sunday 9 - 11am TUA shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Domenica Piccioni
Learn the basics of Painting and
dyeing leather.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: $5
Voice and Court Heraldry
Sunday 10 - 11am TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Skald the Peacemaker
Introducing competitors for a
tournament, announcing the rounds of combat, or running a Royal/Baronial
Court. We will learn about how to be
heard.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Meat... what did medieval people do for protein?
Sunday 10am - 12 noon TUA
shelter 3
Session type: Class
Instructor: Dame Arwyn of Leicester,
O.P.
Recipe analysis and animal bone
artifacts only give us a "peek" into the medieval diet. Newer isotope
analysis of human bones can give us more insight into the protein that was used
and by whom.
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Banners and Flags in SCA Times
Sunday 10am - 12 noon Baron Percival's Camp beside
Schmett's Forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Baron Percival de la
Rocque O.P. Purple Mantle Herald Extraordinary from Ealdormere
Discussion/Power Point
discussion of the various styles and types of banners and flags suitable for
use in the SCA. We will look at the various flags and banners that people can
use in an SCA setting and how to develop these flags using ones heraldry as
registered in the SCA. Will have some on hand examples of various style flags
and banners. Hand Out (20 Copies)
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: 20
Cost: Free
Black Smithing (This course is a repeat of
Saturday’s class)
Sunday 10am - 12 noon at Henry
Hamilton's forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Henry Hamilton
An introduction to basic
blacksmithing and forging. The class will touch on some history of the trade
and safety practices common to most shops. Henry Hamilton of Ferrebral Iron
works has taught at historical townsites, public schools, private bookings, and
holds ongoing college classes at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook BC see
https://www.facebook.com/Ferrebralironworks/ . This is a hands-on approach to
blacksmithing.
Students must wear non-melty
fabrics, closed shirts (preferably long sleeve), closed-top footwear (no
sandals or slippers), no dangly hair (bring tie-backs) and of course come with
a willingness to learn and we should have loads of fun!
Age requirement: 15+, all students will be asked to sign
an additional waiver
Class Length: 2-2 ½ hrs
Class Limit: Max 4 students per session
Cost: $40
Dyeing with Madder - Preparing a Dye Extract
Sunday 10 - 11am at Katelijne's
Encampment
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Katelijne van der Ast
The roots of the madder plant
Rubia tinctorum can produce a brilliant lightfast red color. In this class,
students will prepare a madder root extract to be used for dyeing. Students are
encouraged to take the subsequent class "Dyeing Wool Using the One-bath
Tannin and Acid Method" to see the brilliant red shade that can be
achieved.
Age requirement: Ages 8 and up (8-11 with parent present)
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: 10 hands-on, unlimited
observers
Cost: Free
How to design a charter or scroll
Sunday 11am - 12 noon TUA
shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Maistresse
Susane le Peyntour, O.L.
Ever wanted to try your hand at
drawing a medieval styled scroll? Then this class is for you! Class will cover
layout ideas and templates and some resources to get you started. Get started
on your scribal journey today!
Age requirement: All ages
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: $1 to cover cost of handouts
Soapstone Carving
Sunday 11am - 1pm TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: Philippe de St-Denis, O.L.
This class introduces students
to the history and techniques involved in carving soapstone. There will be a
brief look at various cultures who used soapstone during the Middle Ages and
how they used it. It is, however, a hands-on class and students should come
prepared to make a small pendant. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing
they don't mind getting dusty and to bring a pair of gardening gloves, as some
of the tools used are quite sharp. Children over the age of twelve are welcome
to attend. This class is also open to students who have taken this class in the
past and been unable to finish their work. Finishing tools will be available to
them for this purpose.
Age requirement: 12+
Class Length: 2 hrs
Class Limit: 3 min / 6 max
Cost: $5 (to cover the cost of the stone)
Dyeing wool using the one-bath tannin & acid
method
Sunday 11am - 1pm at Katelijne's
Encampment
Session type: Class
Instructor: HL Katelijne van der Ast
Learn how to achieve brilliant
lightfast colors on wool using natural dyes. In this class, students will
prepare madder and cochineal dye baths using a one-bath tannin & acid
method. Students will take home samplers of wool yarn and fabric.
It won't be a class that people
can throw in things into the dye vat because of the 2 hour limit. I will have
everything wetted and premeasured and stuff.
Age requirement: 8 and up (8-11 with parent present)
Class Length: 2 hrs
Class Limit: 10 hands-on, unlimited
observers
Cost: $2
Round shields: basic construction (no stitch
edge!) and what to do with it once it's built
Sunday 12 noon - 1:30pm TUA
Shelter 1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Sir Kiera & Sir Fergus
Ever wonder how to build a round
shield, preferably one that is balanced like a top and comfortable to use? Want
to do it in as few steps as possible? Do you wish you never had to stitch a
shield edge on again? We invite you to our basic round shield building class.
We will go over:
1. How to size the blank.
2. How to cut, carve and mount a
handle to provide a balanced shield that will help reduce forearm fatigue.
3. How to prepare the edging,
assemble and mount to the blank.
4. Things to keep in mind when
choosing a shield boss.
Age requirement: All Ages
Class Length: 1.5 hrs
Class Limit: None
Cost: Free
Youth Archery/Shoot
Sunday 12 noon - 1pm at the
Archery Range
Session type: Class
Instructor: Count Sir Ellias Silver
If you are a youth with a bow
and arrow and want to shoot stuff this class if for you. Bring your parent and
or guardian, and join Count Sir Ellias on the archery range.
Age requirement: Youth. Parent or guardian MUST be there
Class Length: 1 hr
Class Limit: 8
Cost: Free
Introduction to pyrography pre 1600 Pokerwork
Sunday 1 - 3pm TUA Shelter 3
Session type: Drop-In
Instructor: Amery Stewart
The class is meant as a drop-in
format. Students can try their hand at pre-16 century pyrography. We will
discuss techniques from modern versus period work methods, transferring images,
and variations within the style of the art, ie fire needle embroidery. If an
individual has an image they would like to transfer to a piece they have
brought I will assist and they can try their hand using period tools, though it
is not required to bring anything.
Age requirement: 10+
Class Length: 2 hrs
Class Limit: None
Cost: Free
Introduction
to Siege
Sunday 2 - 4pm
TUA shelter 2
Session type: Class
Instructor: Peregrine Falconer
the Navigator
An introductory class for young
people on siege engineering, including castle design and siege engines. Hands
on use of table-top catapults against different targets, using ecologically
friendly (and delicious) ammunition.
Age requirement: Aimed at Youth, Adults welcome
Class Length: 2 hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Heraldic Tabards
Sunday 1 - 2pm at Baron
Percival's Camp beside Schmett's Forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Baron Percival de la
Rocque O.P. Purple Mantle Herald Extraordinary from Ealdormere
Round table discussion mostly
aimed at heralds on the development of the Ealdormere Heraldic Tabard project.
We have developed a system of tabards to identify our heralds by the positions
they hold and groups they represent. Hand Out (20 copies)
Age requirement: Any
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: 20
Cost: Free
Legal History
Sunday 1:30 - 2:30pm TUA Shelter
1
Session type: Class
Instructor: Monna Caterina Etc. Etc.
O.L.
Learn about laws and society in
the British Isles and the post-Roman west (476-1100). Bring note-taking
materials as there is no handout.
Age requirement: Any
Class Length: 1hr
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Musician Jam Session
Sunday 2 - 4pm at the Inn of the
Cup and Bear Sunshade (by the Lemming Tavern)
Session type: Drop-In
Host: Mistress Kataryna Tkach, O.L.
Bring your instruments and your
voices. We will play around with some medieval tunes but really this is a bring
instruments and play together session.
Age requirement: Any
Class Length: Until we are tired of playing
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free
Serving as Entourage
Sunday 2-4pm at Baron Percival's
Camp beside Schmett's Forge
Session type: Class
Instructor: Baroness Christiana
Macnamara O.P.
Round Table discussion of the
art of serving Royalty and Nobility as their Entourage. Baroness Christiana
Macnamara O.P. from the Kingdom of Ealdormere will host a round table
discussion on her experiences and the booklet she has written about having been
served as a Landed Baroness and her times serving 6 sets (including being the
current Head Lady to Her Highness Kaylah the 2nd ever female to win a Crown by
her own hand) of Royalty in Ealdormere. She will have copies of her Booklet
“Entourage for Dummies” available for sale $5.00 (2 hours Max. depending
on questions/participation level)
Age requirement: Any
Class Length: 2hrs
Class Limit: Unlimited
Cost: Free, but $5 if book is purchased
Teachers for classes are still being accepted. Please email kataryna_dragonweaver@yahoo.com with the following info
Your name (as you'd like it advertised):
Class name: Class description: Class length (2 hours is standard but we accept longer or shorter):
Class cost (if you are concerned we accept anything from free to what ever your per student cost is as an answer):
Other things you need from either site or students:
Thanks!
-Mistress Kataryna (MKA Susan Koziel)