The Barony of Vatavia is a regional group within the Kingdom of Calontir. We are members of the Society for Creative Anachronism, better known as the SCA. Vatavia is home to Wichita, Kansas, and the greater surrounding area. We have members from as far away as Peabody, Pratt, and Winfield!
The SCA is an international organization renowned for its dedication towards researching and recreating aspects of the Middle Ages, not as they were, but as we would have liked them to have been. The SCA mostly concentrates on studying European History, but many members have chosen to study the Middle East and explore the interaction between Europe and Asia during this period.
If you are unfamiliar with the Society for Creative Anachronism, check out the Society's Introduction Guide for an explanation about the organization and what it is we do.
If you are already familiar with how we do things, great! Our site provides additional information about the events and people of interest within Vatavia, and you are always welcome to come join us Wednesday evenings at Make ICT. We always have something going on - be sure to check out our Interest Groups page for more information and directions to many of our activities!
Please note that you need not be a member to participate in any of our activities. If you have any questions, or would like help getting involved, please visit our Chatelaine page or contact our Chatelaine directly. We'd love to hear from you!
Week of August 2 - Vatavian Weekly News Blast
As the weather starts to change, and the temperatures will begin to cool. We hope to relieve your cabin fever with some fun and exciting things coming up in August and September. The start up of Archery Practice was a huge success. We have scheduled Archery for every other week to ease us back into the swing of things. Eyfridr will be hosting her show case of Love. This will be a special evening to show off your labors of love. We are also planning a special Arts and Science activity. A toy catapult/trebuchet building project. Look for details in the coming weeks. Finally we will end the month with our Dirty Dozen display/Competition with a special prize for Wow factor! We look forward to a great fall season.
Ld. Conrad has served in the Archer Marshal position for several years now, and with the recent addition of the office of Barony Exchequer, he has asked to step down. Therefore we want to encourage anyone with an interest in being the Archer Marshal to please submit a letter of interest to both the seneschal and baronage by August 31th, 2020. This position would be responsible for scheduling archery practice, finding and helping to train marshals and submission of quarterly reports to the Kingdom Archer General.
Wednesday, August 5th, 2020 Business Meeting/Officers
Everyone is invited to take part in the Business of the Barony. If you are interested in becoming an officer or just simply want to know what is going on, Please come join in on the conversation. The business meeting is your best place to get informed and make an impact. This meeting will be held on Zoom only.
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Wednesday, August 12th, 2020 Arts and Science class - 14-16th Century Hood Construction. Learn how to pattern, cut and sew a simple hood. Hoods are one of the most useful accessory garments. Hoods were used in period for warmth, to shade from the sun and dress up a simple outfit. Bring a tape measure, 1 yard of pattern fabric or brown craft paper, scissors and chauk or fabric marking pencil.
Sunday August 16th, Archery Practice
9:00 am till finished
2806 Malloy St., Hutchinson Ks. Bring your equipment, chair or stool, a drinking vessel, and a mask or face shield.
Official Armored Combat & Cut and Thrust Practice continue to be CANCELLED.
Looking Ahead -
Saturday, August 15th Application cut off for Minister of Arts and Science office.
Wednesday Aug 19th, Populace - The Theme will be Summer Birthdays! Bring your favorite Birthday treat and your best birthday surprise. Your birthday surprise could be a gift you received, a story about your surprise to share. And of course with every birthday there is singing!!
Wednesday Aug 26th Arts and Science TBD
Sunday August 30th, Archery Practice.
Monday, August 31st Application cut off for the Archer Marshal Position
Kingdom Event - hosted locally
February 20th - Winter War Maneuvers -
We also want to encourage you to submit Award recognitions for Baronial Awards
Baronial Award Recommendation - http://www.baronyofvatavia.org/award_rec.php
Baronial Order of Precedence - http://www.baronyofvatavia.org/populace.php/
Lines of Communication
Stay up to date on activities and cancellations by joining us on Facebook. See what's ahead by adding our Baronial Calendar and visiting the Kingdom Calendar. Please feel free to send an email to either Baron@BaronyofVatavia.org or Baroness@BaronyofVatavia.org We are happy to hear from you, and try to answer all emails within 24 to 48 hours.
Baron Lawrence Tailifer the Leech and Baroness Genevieve de Chambery
