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THUA Course Calendar for Quad War 2008:

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Course Categories:

Combat and Equestrian Classes
Costume and Textile Arts Classes
Performing Arts Classes
Scribal Classes
Beads, Jewelry and Leatherwork Classes
Other Arts and Science Classes
SCA Administration and Organization Classes
Classes Welcoming Kids 12 and Younger

Combat and Equestrian Classes:

Target Archery Marshaling by HE Malabar Membro Spaccata – NEEDS TIME/LOCATION CONFIRMATION  MAY BE FRI 6-8pm at ARCHERY RANGE IF POSSIBLE

This class covers all duties and responsibilities of a target archery marshal. Prior to attending this class it is expected that the participants will have read and understood the An Tir Book of Target.   Students should bring along any archery gear they possess in order to learn the inspection process.  Senior marshals will be available after the class to sign off for those ready for marshal promotion.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on if class is in the THUA area.
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none                
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Friday 1-3pm         
Location: Blue Shade

Combat Archery Marshaling by HL Deicyn Moel -Kingdom Royal Archer

This class covers all duties and responsibilities of a combat archery marshal. Prior to attending this class it is expected that the participants will have read the armoured combat ABC's (8th Edition 2007) as all combat archers now fall under armored combat rules. The ABC’s are available to download at http://www.antir.sca.org/Offices/index.php#marshal   Please note: the information on combat archery found within the ABC, is out of date. This information will be changed as soon as the new Society rules are published.  Senior marshals will be available after the class to sign off for those ready for marshal promotion.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: $3 for handout
Length: 2 hours   
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Friday 3-5pm         
Location: Blue Shade

Heavy Combat Marshaling by Ragnar the Rus

This class covers all duties and responsibilities of a heavy combat marshal. Prior to attending this class it is expected that the participants will have read the armoured combat ABC's.  Senior marshals will be available after the class to sign off for those ready for marshal promotion.
Student Requirements:  Please bring a chair to sit on.                             
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Friday 3-5pm                                                         
Location: Red Shade 

Children's Equestrian safety by Arianna Leask

This class will teach children how to behave safely around horses and the rules and etiquette of being in an equestrian area.  Please note that Parents/Guardians must be present for each child and this class is being run in the Equestrian area.
Class Limit: unlimited              
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: all                  
Class Time: Friday 4-5pm                         
Location: Equestrian Area

Rapier for Newbs by Lord Guillemin de Rouen

This class will introduce attendees to rapier combat in the SCA (or re-introduce students who have lost a step here and there. Topics covered will include armour descriptions, forming a proper guard, attack, defense, blow calling, and keeping it all fun. Limited swords will be provided for attendees, but if you have one, please bring it. If the demand is there, a second, more advanced class will follow at some point during the weekend.
Please note that this class is being run in Cavalier Town.                    
Student Requirements: Standard Rapier Fighting Gear             
Class Limit: 10 students
Fee: none                
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Friday 7-8pm                                                         
Location: Cavalier Town

Rapier Marshalling by Lord Guillemin de Rouen

This class covers all duties and responsibilities of a rapier marshal. Prior to attending this class it is expected that the participants will have read the ABC  Rules for Rapier Combat (January 2007).  Senior marshals will be available after the class to sign off for those ready for marshal promotion.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Sat 9-10am                                                            
Location: Green Shade

Introduction to Siege Combat by Lord Peregrine Falconer, the Navigator

The course will begin with an overview of siege warfare in period.  It will then introduce the types of engines used in SCA combat, including definition of terminology.  Lastly, it will provide practical instruction on the construction and operation of siege engines with particular emphasis on safety aspects.  This course is aimed at all with an interest in siege, but particularly those who might want to obtain authorization to crew engines or marshal for siege.
Class Limit: unlimited
Fee: none      
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Fri 4-5pm      
Location: Yellow Shade

Left Handed fighting by Graf Berek von Langental – NEEDS CONFIRMATION

Description: TBA
Student Requirements: Armour
Class Limit: TBA     
Fee: TBA                 
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 10am-noon      
Location: TBA Meet by THUA Area

Introduction to Meyer by Don Iain Guthrie

This class will adapt Joachim Meyer’s 1570 treatise to SCA rapier combat.
Student Requirements: Standard Rapier Fighting Gear             
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up
Class Time: Sun 11am-1pm    
Location: TBA Meet by THUA area

How to Vacuum-form Plastic Armour by HE Sir Ivar the Black

This class will teach the basics of how to vacuum-form your own plastic armour using easy-to-build materials and an ordinary kitchen oven. The class will be mainly theory, and will feature a web site that students can later reference in order to help them build their own plastic armour shop. Topics covered will include:
•               materials needed to build a home vacuum forming machine
•               size, shape and type of plastics to use
•               how to build your own moulds for vacuum forming elbow cops and knee cops
•               best practices for vacuum forming
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: unlimited              
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 4-5pm            
Location: Red Shade

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Costume and Textile Arts Classes:

Knotted Weaves for Rug and Shaggy Cloak Weaving  by Lady Brígiða Vadesbana - THIS CLASS IS FULL

Hands-on class covering a range of knotted weaves used across Europe and Asia from Antiquity to the Modern Era.  Class is practical, some historical info may be available in handout.  Equipment (to take home) and supplies will be included in course fee. A beginner's level knowledge of weaving would be handy, but not necessary. Students should note knotted weaving is a slow process, patience is required.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on, preferably one that is high enough to work at a standard banquet table height.        
Class Limit: 6 students
Fee: TBA.  Probably $20-25, maybe as much as $30, but no higher.  Includes a period small loom (about big enough to do a welcome mat sized piece), a shuttle and a rug beater comb, plus textile supplies.
Length: 3 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Fri 2-5pm              
Location: White Shade

Period Hand Sewing Techniques by Don Iain Guthrie

This class will review the different stitches used for clothing construction and decoration.  There will be a hands-on portion to practice the stitches.
Student Requirements: chair to sit on, scissors
Class Limit: 8 students
Fee: $3.00 including thread & fabric
Length: 2 hours
 Ages: 14 and up     
Class Time: Sat 9-11am
Location: Yellow Shade

Blackwork Embroidery for Youths by Joyce Owers (aka Dante’s Mum!)

This is a very basic introductory course in blackwork embroidery for youths aged 10-16 years old. Embroidery is not exclusive to women, in Medieval days some of the best workers were men.  All are welcome to give it a try!  If students are used to working with a hoop or thimble they should bring their own but it is not essential.  Please limit hoop size to 6 inches or less.  This class is being run in two parts over two days.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 students            
Fee: 2$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 10-16
Class Time: Sat AND Sun 1-2pm                                                               
Location: Green Shade

Blackwork Embroidery for Novices by Joyce Owers (aka Dante’s Mum!)

This is a very basic introductory course in blackwork embroidery. Embroidery is not exclusive to women, in Medieval days some of the best workers were men.  All are welcome to give it a try!  If students are used to working with a hoop or thimble they should bring their own but it is not essential.  Please limit hoop size to 6 inches or less.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: 2$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Friday 3-5pm                                                         
Location: Green Shade

Intermediate Blackwork Embroidery by Joyce Owers (aka Dante’s Mum!)

This is a class for those who have some idea of embroidery.  The aim is to create a small medallion.  If students are used to working with a hoop or thimble they should bring their own but it is not essential.  Please limit hoop size to 6 inches or less.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: 2$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 3-5pm              
Location: Green Shade

14th Century male fighting clothes by HH Sofia, Summits

Fashion in fourteenth century Europe experimented with different forms of clothing which found its way to the battlefield. This one hour lecture will discuss various extant garments, general fashion trends and adaptation for SCA combat use.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.
Class Limit: 12 (more can audit)               
Fee: $5 or inkle/card woven trim for largesse :D       
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: anyone who can it still for an hour 
Class Time: Sat 11am-noon                                                                                      
Location: Yellow Shade

From Head to Toe: Completing the Medieval Look by Lady Myrrhineh bint il Biled

Through a cross cultural sampling, this class looks at the importance of hair, jewelry, hats, shoes, and accessories in completing the Medieval look. Lots of helpful, cheap and easy tips on how to take your garb to the next level.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 2-15 students        
Fee: $2    
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 11am-noon                                                      
Location: Blue Shade 

Dyeing with Madder and Fustic by HL Katelijne van der Ast

This class will include a brief history of the use of madder and fustic for dyeing and a hands-on portion using madder and fustic in a proper period copper vat. 
Student Requirements: Chair to sit on.  Also, please bring 2 skeins of silk or wool to be dyed (NOT cotton or linen) to the instructor a minimum of 24 hours ahead of the class.  These fibers need to be scoured and mordanted for the dyeing to be successful.  Instructor is camping near the THUA class area and will be onsite as of Wednesday of the war.  Small fabric test swatches are welcome as well! Skeins need to be wound as skeins not balls prior to beginning of class.  Please wear clothes that you can be ok with possibly staining with dye.  Please contact teacher at thua@avacal-sca.org with any questions/ special requests.
Class Limit: 8 students            
Fee: $5   
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 14 and up      
Class Time: Sat 1-3pm              
Location: HL Katelijne’s encampment.  Meet by THUA area prior to start of class.

From the Inside Out: The Differences Between Venetian and Tudor Later Period Garb by Sayyida Zaynab Al~Munajjimah and Anabel Hastings

Just what gives later period garb its distinctive shape?  And just how different can undergarments be from one country to the next, from one city to the next, during the same time period? Well, come by and see! We will examine the difference in later period garb focusing on Tudor around the 1550's and Venetian/Italian Renaissance garb around the same time period. We will begin with a hands on look at period underwear and how they affect shape and size of the overall look. From the shift right against the skin to the appropriate accessories as a last step, we will see a Lady from each city get dressed, from the inside out. We will also be passing each item around for additional examination prior to dressing.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.
Class Limit: 8 students
Fee: 2$    
Length: 1-2 hours depending on how many questions and discussion during/after the presentation
Ages: 14 and up - There will be no nudity or anything risqué but younger kids might not find the class as entertaining
Class Time: Sat 1-3pm
Location: White Shade

Fingerloop Braiding by Lady Eve the Just

Popular in medieval Europe and England from 1200 to 1600, this technique has possibility for almost infinite variation. These laces are perfect for purse strings, narrow decorative trim, ties for points and garment closures, hat laces and seal tags. Instructor will demonstrate the technique and teach patterns for three simple braids.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: Adults, children 7 and up with parental supervision       
Class Time: Sat 4-5pm              
Location: Blue Shade

Advanced fingerloop round table - fingerloop braids w/ multiple weavers  by Lady Eve the Just

Participants must know how to read and follow instructions in the Complete Anachronist issue on the topic. Lady Eve will be facilitating, not teaching as she has never tried these either and would love to have an opportunity to meet with other braiding enthusiasts and see what we can accomplish.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: Adults, children 7 and up with parental supervision       
Class Time: Sun 3-4pm            
Location: Red Shade

Naalbinding (socks, mitts and toques) by HL Dyrfinna The Wanderer- Avacal A&S Champion - THIS CLASS IS FULL

An early period technique to create socks, mitts, hats and scarves with just a needle and wool yarn.  This class will cover the basic stitches (buttonhole, Jorvik, etc.) and the techniques required to make a sock, mitt, hat or scarf.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 8 students   
Fee: 3$ includes a needle, wool and handout           
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 or 10 years if they have some yarn-craft experience like knitting, crotchet, etc.            
Class Time: Sun 1-3pm                                                            
Location: Red Shade

Flat Felting by HL Dyrfinna The Wanderer- A&S Champion of Avacal

How to make a flat piece of felt without any tools.  In the class everyone will make a small square of felt that can be used for a potholder.  Be prepared to get a little wet especially your hands and forearms.  These techniques can be applied to make larger, thicker pieces to suit a multitude of purposes.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: 2$ (includes wool, soap and handout in ziplock bag)
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 10 and up      
Class Time: Sun 11am-noon
Location: Red Shade

What Not to Wear: Anglo-Saxon and Viking edition by HL Zenovia Kallipygia and HE Inga the Unfettered – NOT ON SCHEDULE AWAITING TIME CONFIRMATION

During the first 12 or so centuries AD, the basic clothing of a Northern European male consisted of tunics and trousers, but the overall appearance was far from uniform at all times and places. This show-and-tell style class will explore the materials, style details and accessories necessary to convert the generic SCA clothing of two men into outfits appropriate for the stylish 7th c. Anglo-Saxon warrior, and the sophisticated 10th c. Viking, using primarily beginner to intermediate sewing skills. (A handout will be available by email after the event.)
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on and note-taking materials.
Class Limit: none    
Fee: none
Length: 1.5 hours       
Ages: All ages welcomed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Class Time: TBA                                     
Location: Lost Viking encampment

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Performing Arts Classes:

Introduction to Belly Dance: Shake it till you break it! by Lady Myrrhineh bint il Biled

Ever wanted to join in a dance circle but weren’t quite sure how to move your hips or what to do with your arms? The focus of this class will be on basic “bread and butter” moves to prepare the student for any drum circle or belly dance class and is ideal for those with little to no dance experience.   There will be a basic overview of Middle Eastern garb:  the “fake it till you make it” approach as well as information on more period garb. The class will also introduce students to basic drum rhythms and a variety of Middle Eastern cultures.  This class will be directly aimed at female dance technique. Students are asked to bring lots of water and to wear clothing they are comfortable sweating in, as this will be a dance intensive class. Modern work out clothing would be appropriate, pants recommended. 
Class Limit: 4-15 students        
Fee: 2$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 1-3pm              
Location: Yellow Shade

Belly Dance: The Art of Performance by Lady Myrrhineh bint il Biled

What is it that sets dancers apart? Is it years of technical training or the ability to relate to an audience? The purpose of this class is to teach the art of the performance: engaging the audience, development of stage presence, entrances, exits, and over-viewing the key components of dance. The focus will be on layering movement and the development of a performance persona. This class is ideal for students with some dance experience (either within the SCA or in mainstream dance classes).  This class will be directly aimed at female dance technique.Students are asked to bring lots of water and to wear clothing they are comfortable sweating in, as this will be a dance intensive class. Modern work out clothing would be appropriate, pants recommended.
Class Limit: 4-15 students        
Fee: 2$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 3-5pm            
Location: Yellow Shade

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Scribal Classes:

Scribal "Whoops" by HE Inga the Unfettered

Sometimes the best planned scribal projects can go awry - missed words, misspelling, blobby paint or ink etc...but this doesn't mean the project can't be saved. In this class I will cover some of my favourite and best methods for dealing with scribal whoopsies.
Student Requirements: Bring note taking materials and a chair to sit on. Wear clothes you're not afraid of getting ink on        
Class Limit: 2-6 students     
Fee: $4    
Length: 1.5 hours    
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 10:30am-noon                  
Location: White Shade

Charter Painting 101 by Boyarina Sina Erdena

Have you always wanted to paint charters but didn't know where to start? This class is for anyone who needs to know which end of the paintbrush is up, and where paint can be hunted. Come and learn Avacal standards for charter painting, medieval equivalences, basic brush techniques, paint mixing, and general info. This is a hands-on class, so come prepared to paint with gouache.
Student Requirements: Bring note taking materials and a chair to sit on. Wear clothes you're not afraid of getting paint on.    
Class Limit: 2-8 students        
Fee: $4 includes paintbrush, handout and use of paints           
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 3-5pm              
Location: Red Shade

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Beads, Jewelry and Leatherwork Classes:

Trichinopoly (Norse Wire Weaving) by Lady Bryjna Lovisdotir of Axewater - THIS CLASS IS FULL

Learn how to weave wire to make a piece of jewelry.  Documentation will be available to view and website will be provided to print it out at home.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 (only 2 kids)       
Fee: none
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up but kids welcome with parental supervision   
Class Time: Sat 9-11am            
 Location:  Red Shade

Beginner Lampwork (glass bead making) by HH Ifatahyo, Avacal

Come and learn the history of lampworking and basic beginner techniques! Have fun making your own beads!  Students will get hands on experience shaping beads as well as practicing stringer application and control while creating beads suitable for the SCA.  This class uses modern torches and will employ open flame.  Students should wear clothing made out of natural fibres that can get dirty and/or singed, hair must be tied back, sleeves must be tight or able to be pushed up.  Students will be able to pick up and take home any beads they made once they have been cooled and cleaned.
Special Note: This class is being held in Dante’s Tavern.  Please come to class 5-10 minutes before class, ready to go.            
Class Limit: 6 students         
Fee: $10   
Length: 1.5 hours       
Ages: 16 and up (students should be comfortable around fire)
Class Time: Sat 9-10:30am            
Location: Dante’s Tavern

Intermediate Lampwork Demonstration (glass bead making) by HH Ifatahyo, Avacal

You've got the basics! You are the master of the round bead! Now what?  Come on by for a one hour demo on intermediate lampworking techniques. We will cover the following, time allowing:  
·          Shaping: barrels, bicones, surface texture
·          Dots: simple layering, layered eye bead
·          Raking / Feathering
·          Twisties and how/where/when to use them
The instructor will cover tips and tricks of lampworking as well as verbal step by step instruction. Students are welcome to wander in and out of the demo as they wish. A hand out will be provided of some of the techniques. Questions from all observers are welcome!
Special Note: This class is being held in Dante’s Tavern. 
Class Limit: Unlimited. If you can see what I'm doing, you're in.               
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 16 and up (students should be comfortable around fire)
Class Time: Sat 10:30am-11:30am                      
Location:Dante’s Tavern

Working with Amber – For Kids by HL Brother Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin

Each participant will go home with a piece of amber that they have shaped and polished themselves.  IF time allows we will drill the stones first so that they can string them and have a new necklace.  We are NOT using period tools or methods for this class.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 students            
Fee: none                
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 5 and up        
Class Time: Sat 9-11am OR Sun 1-3pm - This class is being run twice.                      
Location: Blue Shade 

Beginner Pierce-work by Master Michael O'Byrne- THIS CLASS IS FULL

Students will begin a pierce-work pendant in brass with a gryphon as the design.  The class will include cutting a suitable sized piece of brass from the instructor's stock, gluing the pattern onto the brass, center- punching holes for mounting on a chain (chain to be provided by student) and for cutting out the center design, filing, sanding, and buffing, the pendant.  Jewelry saws, blades, C clamps, bench pins, files, sandpaper and buffing compounds provided by instructor.  Saws will be available for purchase after the class from the instructor at $25.00 each
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 students            
Fee: $8.00 for handout and materials (payable to instructor at time of class)             
Length: 2-3 hours    
Ages:16 and up       
Class Time: Sun 9am-noon         
Location: Yellow Shade

Leather Carving – The Basics by Lord Markus Pheilsmid

Students will learn the tools and their use in making a small carved project.
Costs: Before July 25th, contact instructor at dragon_terror@yahoo.com with option chosen.
Option 1 - Student purchases the tools themselves -$10.00 for leather only - instructor will provide list of tools required
Option 2 - Instructor will supply enough tools to take the class (tooling stays with instructor) - $25.00
Option 3 - Student orders a basic leather craft kit from instructor which they get to keep - $80.00 (kit contains $130.00 of products and projects)
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                    
Class Limit: 7 students            
Fee: see above         
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 3-5pm            
Location: White Shade

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Other Arts and Science Classes:

Flint and Steel Fire Starting Class by Baron Beothuk of the Beothuks

Come learn how to use a flint and steel to start a fire and keep the flames going. Forage around to find nesting material, get set and learn to burn...er…keep warm and cook stuff.  This time the instructor won’t burn down anything.  :)  NOTE:  This class is being held in the bardic pit area.
Special Requirements: Chair to sit on.  Baron will bring a fire extinguisher as required by Baronial Laws
Fee: free…no handouts, you could cheat and use them as tinder. It’s all practical. Flint and steel provided.             
Class Limit: 15 students            
Length: 1-2 hours Ages: 16 and up          
Class Time: Fri 6-8pm              
Location: Bardic Pit

Wax Tablet Making by Lady Findabhair na Noinini

Wax tablets, or writing tablets, are the medieval equivalent of the modern PDA or notebook.  Paper and vellum were expensive to produce, and so a pair (or more) of tablets were coated with wax and written on with a stylus.  This allowed people to jot down their notes and ideas before committing them permanently to the more expensive mediums of paper and vellum.  In this class, we will discuss the history of the wax tablet, and learn how to make our own.       
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: $13.00 (includes all supplies, set of six carving knives/chisels and handout)     
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 12 and up (due to the use of sharp tools)       
Class Time: Sat 1-3pm              
Location: Red Shade

Persona Development By HL Brother Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin

Basic overview of persona development and why we bother to try and figure all of this stuff out
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 12 students           
Fee: 1$    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sat 3-5pm              
Location: White Shade

Historical Falconry by Rowan of Aeriesgarde

A general overview of the entire history of falconry from its origins through to its modern practices.  The course will touch on how it affected the social, economic, and political structure of various cultures across several periods, and will also examine the many common words and phrases used today which began as falconry terms and have now lost their original meanings.  This is a lecture only as the instructor is not licensed to practice falconry in AB and has no birds for a flight demo.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 20 students           
Fee: 3$ for a comprehensive handout which includes many full colour illustrations 
Length: 1.5 hours    
Ages: 14 and up      
Class Time: Sun 10:30am-noon
Location: Blue Shade

Historical Falconry for Kids by Rowan of Aeriesgarde

A general overview of the entire history of falconry from its origins through to its modern practices.  The course will touch on how it affected the social, economic, and political structure of various cultures across several periods, and will also examine the many common words and phrases used today which began as falconry terms and have now lost their original meanings.  This is a lecture only as the instructor is not licensed to practice falconry in AB and has no birds for a flight demo.
Class Limit: 10 students           
Length: 1.5 hours    
Ages: 4 and up        
Fee: 3$ for a comprehensive handout which includes many full colour illustrations 
Class Time: Sun 9-10:30am       
Location: Blue Shade

Rennet-less Cheese By HE Natal'ia Volkovicha

Learn to make a cheese without rennet. The end result is a delicious crumbly cheese that can be used in cooking or for just eating. Students need to be comfortable around a stove, and not wear poufy or droopy sleeves.
Student need to bring: 18% table cream (1 litre) (NOT whipping cream, not 'creamo'), spices (Natal'ia recommends garlic and oregano or honey), Chair to sit on.
Class Limit: 4 students            
Fee: $2    
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 10am-noon     
Location: Green Shade

Heraldic Display for Tournaments by Boyarina Sina Erdena

Love the pageantry of the Middle Ages?  Ever want to make your own heraldic display for court, war and tournaments like Coronet?  Then this class is for you.  Learn about heraldic display in Medieval tournament and how you can easily incorporate it in your own arms. 
Student Requirements: Bring note taking materials, pencil for drawing and a chair.                 
Class Limit: 2-8 students          
Fee: $3 includes handout         
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 and up        
Class Time: Sun 3-5pm            
Location: Green Shade

Survey of Period Obstetrics By HE Natal'ia Volkovicha

The evidence is overwhelming - simply by the number of people in the world today - people had babies in the periods we recreate. And while childbirth practices have definitely come a long way, midwifery was much more advanced than modern medicine would like to believe. Come learn a little about maternal and neonatal care in the medieval period. There will be some frank discussion of topics that may make weaker stomachs queasy.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 25 students           
Fee: TBA, nominal to cover handout.                       
Length: 2 hours
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 3-5pm                            
Location: Blue Shade

Lechery 101 by Lady Annys Bradwardyn

This title was shorter than "How to behave like a charming and suave Cavalier". However, this course will teach you how to flirt like its 1599! The course will cover proper protocols of SCA flirting, including basic flattery, hand kissing, setting bounds, how to politely refuse unwanted attention and the importance of good communications.
Student Requirements: Water and a chair. It's dang hot at Quad. Be prepared to talk!
Class Limit: 25
Fee: $3.00 (Nice long handout)
Length: 30-60 min, depends on how many questions you bring and how chatty we are.
Ages: 18 and up unless requested by a parent/guardian. Teacher's discretion.
Class Time: Sat 4-5pm              
Location: Yellow Shade

Hand Building by Dragoslava Vladislasa doch

Learn some history of pottery and learn the basic hand building techniques. Or practice them if you already know them. Pieces will be delivered back to their owners after firing. (Be sure to leave your name and address with the instructor.)
Student Requirements: Wear sturdy mess-up-able clothing.
Class Limit: 10
Fee: $6.00 includes clay and firing.
Length: 2 hours
Ages: All ages welcomed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Class Time: Sat 3-5pm              
Location: Slava’s Merchant Area.  Meet by THUA area

Willow Basket Weaving by Dragoslava Vladislasa doch- THIS CLASS IS FULL

Make a willow melon basket. A ribbed egg or melon basket is a traditional round basket. Learn how to make one, willow will be provided.
Student Requirements: Please bring needle nosed pliers, and a sharp knife for use on the willow branches.
Class Limit: 6 students
Fee: $5.00 includes willow.
Length: 2 hours
Ages: 12 and up (12-16's must be accompanied by an adult)
Class Time: Sun 10am-noon
Location: Slava’s Merchant Area.  Meet by THUA area

Games of Luck and Chance by Arloettes Tewl Gover

An introduction to Hazard, Gluckhaus, and Shut the Box. Add a new skill to your tavern experience. Although these can be gambling games, no money will be used. Each pupil will receive 25 tokens to use during the class. No age limit but must be able to count and add dice. Children will need parent’s approval. NO loaded dice please.
Class Limit: 10
Fee: $2.00 of which $1 will be donated to the Avacal Travel Fund
Length: 2 hours
Ages: No age limit but must be able to count and add dice. Children will need parent’s approval.
Class Time: Sat 1-3pm              
Location: Blue Shade

Rediscovering the Seven Deadly Sins: Medieval Conceptions of Mortal Evil by Cynewulf ’Gilphlaeden’ (the Scop)

Lust. Gluttony. Pride. Sound like key ingredients of the Grotto party? Greed. Sloth. Wrath. Envy. Well, these are the Seven Sins considered in the Middle Ages to be so severe that they alienate a person from the redemptive grace of God. The Seven Deadly Sins have become a standard in popular literature and art, but I hope to delve the origins of this medieval conception of immorality, and rediscover its impact on the SCA-period zeitgeist. After a long day of war, relax in the shade and listen to me lecture on the sources and implications of the anti-ideal of the Deadly Sins.
Student Requirements: An attentive mind, an interest in the history of ideas and a chair (lest the slothfully unprepared envy their neighbour’s comfortable bench)
Class Limit: 20
Fee: there is no monetary fee, but I challenge each of you to bring some artefact (drawing, photo, sculpture) that you think represents the Mortal Sin you struggle with the most.
Length: 1 hour
Ages: 16 and up (there will be mature themes discussed)
Class Time: Sun 2-3pm
Location: Yellow Shade

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SCA Administration and Organization Classes:

Introduction into the SCA by HE Asney Grimolfrsdotter

Where did this all start and why is it still going on? Who is that guy in the big, shiny crown? How did he get picked to be king/prince/baron? Answers to these and many more questions will be covered in this fun but information packed seminar.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 20 students           
Fee: none Length: 2 hours      
Ages: 14 and up      
Class Time: Sat 10am-noon                                                      
Location: Green Shade 

The Daily Life of a Seneschal by Mistress Manyra (and possibly Viscountess Nadezhda – Kingdom Seneschal)

Current and future Seneschals are welcome to come and discover the ins & outs of being a branch seneschal. Familiarize yourself with SCA policy, when & how to fill in all those forms & dealing with conflict, among other issues – all in a way that makes the office easier and more enjoyable. There will be a question period at the end as well. 
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 15 students           
Fee: $2    
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Sat 11am-noon                                                      
Location: Red Shade

Autocrating Basics & Beyond by Mistress Manyra

Autocrating doesn't need to be overwhelming. With proper planning and understanding of what's involved, it can be easy and rewarding. We'll start looking at the must do items, then move on to ways to make your events unique & memorable.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 15 students           
Fee: $2    
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: 18 and up      
Class Time: Sat 9-10am                                                            
Location: White Shade

Expectations of Retinue by Mästarinna Ula Brennasdottir

An overview of what goes on behind the scenes of a retinue. This class will cover retinue roles & responsibilities, interaction with Royalty, court considerations and any other retinue related topics that arise. While the instructor's experience is primarily with Kingdom level courts the theory extends to Principality and Baronial levels.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 20 students           
Fee: none    
Length: 2 hours        
Ages: 16 and up      
Class Time: Sun 10am-noon                                                            
Location: White Shade

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Classes Welcoming Kids 12 and Younger:

Children's Equestrian safety by Arianna Leask

This class will teach children how to behave safely around horses and the rules and etiquette of being in an equestrian area.  Please note that Parents/Guardians must be present for each child and this class is being run in the Equestrian area.
Class Limit: unlimited              
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: all                  
Class Time: Friday 4-5pm         
Location: Equestrian Area

Working with Amber – For Kids by HL Brother Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin

Each participant will go home with a piece of amber that they have shaped and polished themselves.  IF time allows we will drill the stones first so that they can string them and have a new necklace.  We are NOT using period tools or methods for this class.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 students            
Fee: none
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 5 and up                        
Class Time: Sat 9-11am OR Sun 1-3pm - This class is being run twice.                                      
Location: Blue Shade

Historical Falconry for Kids by Rowan of Aeriesgarde

A general overview of the entire history of falconry from its origins through to its modern practices.  The course will touch on how it affected the social, economic, and political structure of various cultures across several periods, and will also examine the many common words and phrases used today which began as falconry terms and have now lost their original meanings.  This is a lecture only as the instructor is not licensed to practice falconry in AB and has no birds for a flight demo.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Length: 1.5 hours                    
Ages: 4 and up        
Fee: 3$ for a comprehensive handout which includes many full colour illustrations                 
Class Time: Sun 9-10:30am       
Location: Blue Shade

Blackwork Embroidery for Youths by Joyce Owers (aka Dante’s Mum!)

This is a very basic introductory course in blackwork embroidery for youths aged 10-16 years old. Embroidery is not exclusive to women, in Medieval days some of the best workers were men.  All are welcome to give it a try!  If students are used to working with a hoop or thimble they should bring their own but it is not essential.  Please limit hoop size to 6 inches or less.  This class is being run in two parts over two days.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 6 students            
Fee: 2$    
Length: Total 2 hours              
Ages: 10-16
Class Time: Sat AND Sun 1-2pm                                                               
Location: Green Shade

Fingerloop Braiding by Lady Eve the Just

Popular in medieval Europe and England from 1200 to 1600, this technique has possibility for almost infinite variation. These laces are perfect for purse strings, narrow decorative trim, ties for points and garment closures, hat laces and seal tags. Instructor will demonstrate the technique and teach patterns for three simple braids.  
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: Adults, children 7 and up with parental supervision       
Class Time: Sat 4-5pm              
Location: Yellow Shade

Advanced fingerloop round table - fingerloop braids w/ multiple weavers  by Lady Eve the Just

Participants must know how to read and follow instructions in the Complete Anachronist issue on the topic. Lady Eve will be facilitating, not teaching as she has never tried these either and would love to have an opportunity to meet with other braiding enthusiasts and see what we can accomplish.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 10 students           
Fee: none
Length: 1 hour        
Ages: Adults, children 7 and up with parental supervision       
Class Time: Sun 3-4pm            
Location: Red Shade

Naalbinding (socks, mitts and toques) by HL Dyrfinna The Wanderer- Avacal A&S Champion - THIS CLASS IS FULL

An early period technique to create socks, mitts, hats and scarves with just a needle and wool yarn.  This class will cover the basic stitches (buttonhole, Jorvik, etc.) and the techniques required to make a sock, mitt, hat or scarf.
Student Requirements: Please bring a chair to sit on.                              
Class Limit: 8 students   
Fee: 3$ includes a needle, wool and handout           
Length: 2 hours       
Ages: 16 or 10 years if they have some yarn-craft experience like knitting, crotchet, etc.            
Class Time: Sun 1-3pm