þórrbjörn Grimulfsson, Panther Vale chatelaine
Greetings newcomers, and welcome to Panteria XXVIII!
I remember what it was like attending my first SCA event and how many questions I had. It can be a bit daunting! So, now, it is my pleasure to offer a Newcomer’s Track at Panteria.
First of all, if you have not done so yet, please look at our information for newcomers. Hopefully, you will find answers to many of your questions.
Panteria offers Gold Key, which is loaner garb, for those who do not have garb to wear. This is available to you throughout the weekend. If you use Gold Key, please return worn garb to the Gold Key ‘hamper’ by 9am Monday morning.
Try It!
- Try It: Archery – Loaner equipment is available! Anytime the archery range is open, stop by and speak with an archery marshal and ask if you can try archery.
- Try It: Thrown Weapons – Loaner equipment is available! Anytime the thrown weapons range is open, stop by and speak with the thrown weapons marshal running the line and ask to try thrown weapons.
- Try It: Fencing – Saturday and Sunday – 9:00am to 10:00am – fencing field – if you’d like to give fencing a try, stop by the fencing field during these times and ask to speak to the marshal in charge. He will have loaner gear for you to try fencing.
- Ask It: Heavy List (armored combat) and Equestrian: While we would love to be able to have you try these, it is rather difficult at events. But please feel free to stop by and ask questions! If you like, we can help you find instructors who live near you.
If you have any questions about Panteria or attending SCA events and activities, please contact me.
I hope to see you at Panteria!