Come with me to a Medieval Camping Event! (SCA Vlog!)
Good morning everyone! We are going on
one of our medieval reenactment type events this weekend. We’re all packed up
and ready to go, I’m taking the pups on a quick walk-about to do their normal
morning business and then we will head out on our Canadian adventure! We have made it into Canada land and we’re very excited! Here’s what Canada looks like! So we have arrived, and this is usually
what a campsite looks like at first- there’s a smattering of tents, and cars,
and porta-potties, but in a few hours as more and more
people arrive and set up their tents, it’s gonna look pretty sweet! Hello-ello! Now that we are mostly set up, it’s about time that I get out of my modern clothes –
which I’ve already done – and get into my cute little medieval clothes for the
night! (Be right back!) Hello again! I’m all dressed and ready
for some partying tonight! We’ve got a friend in camp who is currently on vigil for a Master of Defense. Tonight, he stays up all night,
accepting wisdom from peers of the realm, who come to our camp to visit him and
bestow their fine hard-won knowledge so- that’s the plan for tonight. We are going
to help make all the tables of refreshments full at all times and
making a list so that people can see him in a timely manner and things like that,
kind of help facilitate the party! So we’re getting there: the erics,
which are all these ropes on the field out here, are starting to get put up and
there’s definitely a lot more tents up so far, very exciting! It’s starting to get dark, which means that we get the candles out and soon more and more
people will be stopping by to enjoy the food and the hospitality. Maybe they will
stop into the tent to say hello to our dear friend here, but dark also means
that it’s just about time for me to be heading to bed so I’ll see you guys in
the morning! Good morning! We are off to a great start
for a new day, I’ve already gone to a meeting, which is totally what you do at
events sometimes. The erics are all set up, which is kind of the fighting rink (sort of), where the actual tournament will take place. Pretty soon, the fighters
will start lining up, all geared up with their lovely consorts with them, and will
present themselves in front of the crown showing who they are, who their consort
is, and basically asking the crown “Hello! I would love to petition to fight
in your tournament today!” As fighters are eliminated from the
field, some will practice and spar on the sidelines, like these two, until it’s time for finals! Eventually, there are just two contenders left, they will fight for the best of two out of three rounds and whoever wins will become the next king
in a couple months time! Sleeeepyyy All right everyone, time for evening
Royal Court! This is a bit of time set aside at each event to recognize awesome
people for their efforts, to make announcements about nifty events that
are coming up soon and perform a little bit of collective theatre! Today, one of
my friends will be recognized as a Master of the Order of Defense for his
fighting prowess! He will process into court and then kneel in front of the
King in Queens while members of the other Orders speak of his awesomeness!
He’ll exchange some words with the crown, receive his new regalia and then leave
court to celebrate with his peers and friends! So with all the great vigiling
and elevation-ing done, of which there’s a ton of people, which is great! We are now …. probably going to go ahead and start making dinner. We are -me, like me and my crew-
specifically agreed to do the couscous so I guess measuring cups …. that’s in my
future. Let’s see if I can find them! It’s so dark! This is the sleepy times,
we are all de-dressed and into pajamas and ready for sleep. The pups are
in their covers and we’ll see you tomorrow! [Groggily] Good morning and now it’s time to get
dressed, tear the tent down, and get on the road…. Here’s before …… And now it’s all gone! You can see that sort of circle of
grass where that used to be. you
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This looks so fun
Thanks for sharing this with us, Morgan! My husband was involved with the SCA in his early 20s, before we were together. He still has his suit of armor and siege weapons, which he deployed to wonderful effect during our kids’ annual Cub Scout dinner last month. 😀 It’s great to have a glimpse of these events, as my husband has mostly talked about the large staged battles. Though as a twenty something man, he has said he was impressed with the ladies’ ahem costumery as well. Love all your your work, thanks for sharing us!
Is it normal for people of different eras to mix like this?
Love this video! I've always wanted to go to SCA events but I'm always a little nervous about it. These look so fun I think I'll have to!
hey, sensitive question: are there many people of color who attend camps/ would they be welcomed without hostility? Ive always wanted to attend a camp but am honestly afraid. Ive been met with a lot of hostility online, mostly people arguing about non white people "existing" in medieval Europe (silly i know). I would love to hear an insiders experience if you have any. thank you!
How delightful. I miss my SCA peeps. Here in the Outlands, it's 50 plus miles. Too far for regular trips. That looked like you had much fun. 🙂
Wonderful! I can’t wait for my first camping event.
Very interesting, please upload more when you can!
Greyhounds are period, right? Are yours rescues? 🙂
Do you have to stay in character all the time or are you allowed to talk about current things? I know nothing about this, but it is interesting.
The last minute sewing totally got me! That's always me on the way to an event… I also ADORE your circlet (and doubly adored how the berries matched your necklace!)
It looks like you had a great time 😀
I love the Athos vs Styrkarr intro.
I do civil war stuff which I adore! I love medieval stuff and if I could afford it then I would do medieval but civil war is quite expensive already 😂
What tent is that? At camping events, it would mostly be me and my teen daughter, so that looks like a good size and easy to assemble for us.
Wow! How neat! We've thought about attending some of the Rennaisance fairs around the desert southwest area where we've been living for awhile now, but just haven't gotten to yet. I think they would be lots of fun and your video demonstrates that beautifully. Glad I found you in the FB group. I'll come over as my new channel at Crafty Creators so that I can pop one of your tutorials into my support playlist there.
Your dogs are so pretty! I just commented from my older channel, but now I'll search your tutorials and see what I can snag for my support playlist. Great insight into the event. Loved it. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Hello! Saying hi from the Barony of Seagirt! I just found your channel and I'm so happy! Keep up the awesome work!
You are so darn pretty, but your personality is even prettier 🙂 cheers!
omg id love to see more of these vlogs
Wait was that Said at 3:59?
Dang you're telling me this was in my own country all along?
do you live in the Midrealm?
I wasnt aware that SCA stretched to Canada! I think that is awesome. I have never been to SCA. Really would like to. Can someone grant me with some wisdom here. I am of the Renaissance Faire community (being a Faire Brat) I was informed that SCA people and Renfaire people dont usually get along. Is that true??
Oh, how I love the SCA. Member of the populace of Hawkwood in Atlantia!
I loved this!! Couldn’t make the event. Nice to play eye spy for people I know.
What kingdom/ barony are ye with?
Just wondering, where did you get your tent? Finding it really hard to find a tent that isn't massive!
I love your tent! Is it difficult to set up and break down? Thank you for all that you do, it is so helpful to someone wanting to get into this sort of thing.
I have been very curious about the SCA since I started studying and copying manuscript illumination (although my artworks are nowhere near like the one at 5:19) but I would love to attend one if given the opportunity (^_^) too bad I'm too far from where this happens so thank you very much for sharing your video!
So….where in Canada was this? We are a very big country and I am wondering if these opportunities are near me.😁
Same state! As I was watching, I thought I recognized some of the place names north of the border, then got a shock when I recognized the stretch of freeway on your way home! I'm located 2+ hours south now, and miss it dearly. Anyway, what an awesome video! I've wanted to join SCA since I was 13, and it looks like a ton of fun! Maybe I'll look into my local group again.
If ever visit Sweden, come to "medeltids veckan" in Visby… Its every year (week 32) in august… 7 days of all thing medieval 😍😍😍😍😍
Greyhoundies 🙏😍💖
ah this is so amazing, i wish i stuck with this back when i first was introduced in 2010. but now im trying to get back into it and i am so excited. loved your video as well, going to check out some more of your videos!
A wonderful video it looks like a lot of fun you look like you really enjoyed yourself 😺
What is this event called it looks very interesting
Ah I miss the SCA… what kingdom are you? I'm a 40 years in old Easterner.
Lol sleepy morning you is adorable! 😂
Is that 16th century Venetian Dress???
I grew up in the sca (member since i was 2 years old) so it was so nice to see someone make a good video that shows what the majority of people in the SCA experience. It seems like interviews and stuff always show some of the weirdest people from our group rather than the normal people.
Ah seeing the sca sign is always the best 💜 i was born in to it and meet my fiance in it
Will you be going to the medieval camping event this year ?
Come to Magnolia, TX and check out Texas Renaissance Festival. Go find it on Facebook.
Finally a sexy SCA chick
Joey Fatone with the black hat
Morgan, you have so many views on this video!!!From another media geek in the SCA thank you thank you thank you. This is exactly the kind of exposure we need <3. Let me know if you're ever in the West!
This is so nerdy and cute. Love it.
Why, this looks like An Tir…. THE BEST KINGDOM IN THE KNOWN WORLD!!!
Great Crown Tourney footage. Which Kingdom do you live in. I’m in An Tir. Keep up the good work.
Did you make your own tent? If so how? If not do you know anyone that did or can you recommend a tutorial? What did you use for your bed?
My dear Mistress Morgan: which kingdom are you from? I myself am from AnTir.
Or are the greyhounds???
really interesting seeing the difference between this and a Dagorhir event. Have to ask, does SCA have female fighters? we're definetly a minroity in dag, but there's more than I expected.
Just found your channel and this is the first video of yours I have seen. Also to find out that you are in the PNW as well means you very much have a new subscriber!
Thank you so much for sharing this!! I've wondered what happened at this type of event. Thanks!
I LOVE YOUR DOGS!
Omg it looks like so much fun! Is that your tent? Where did you get it if you don’t mind me asking?
This is a real event ?!? 😍😍😍😍
Sooo….where in the Known World are you…looks like Antir to me?
Did you go back this year???
Who’s crown tourney is this?
Being a typical fighter i started counting missed blows then reminded myself as i have squires and ladies that just cause it looked good does not mean it felt good. lol I enjoyed your video and the very period look at your crown tourney event! Good garb! you did a great job keeping non period items out of camera view. Well done! Thank you. Earl Krotuas, Trimaris
I love the blackwork on the one lady’s cap, I had to pause and show my mom
I have family in the SCA (Kingdom of Meridies). Thank you for a WONDERFUL depiction of a fantastic organization. ❤❤❤
your dog is really long
I just started watching your videos and it makes me want to get back into making them! I do Dagorhir and might just vlog my upcoming campout. 😀
Where can I find a tent similar to yours? Or one that can be used for these camp events?
Thanks for this video. It was helpful. Q: is there anyone in Chinese garb? I'm still deciding on which medieval country to go with. I'm really leaning towards China tho.
This is wonderful. Would you be able to make a video taking a closer look at your tent and what goes into the camping aspects of your trip. I hope you'll make more of content about Medieval camping in general as well.
I was at this event that you filmed:) Sadly I didn't get in the video but 3 of my friends did 🙂 Was a great camping event 🙂
Practical question: you seem to wear glasses, but not when garbed. Do you use the modern fix of contacts, or do you have another solution/suggestion?
Hey Morgan! I have just discovered your channel, and after binge watching a few videos, have fallen in love. I have a few questions, as someone who has ALWAYS wanted to go to events like this … how? How do you get into this community? How do you hear about these events? Do you have to "know a guy" or get invited? (I've never seen signs saying "Medieval Camping: THIS WAY", but maybe I just live under a rock.) Do you have to stay overnight? What if you don't own a cool medieval looking tent? How did YOU get started? Perhaps you could do a "how to be medieval for dummies" video and tell us your story and answer how we can get involved ourselves… Or if you already have one, please direct me to it! I long to also dress in wonderful dresses and wear ethereal hairstyles while watching men duel to their supposed deaths. Thank you for being awesome!
– Josie
Just wondering — anyone familiar with a group of Hedge Witches or Healing Hags fantasy reenactment group in Pacific Northwest? I'm thinking of starting such an event if there isn't one, altho it would be more reclusive than SCA or Renn or DickensFaires? Not a commercial endeavor for tourists but yes to bring together storytelling hags.
Ha, I don't think I own a garment that hasn't had some sort of handsewing on it that was done in the car in the way to the event.
where in Canada was this..
That looks like so much fun…