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This is a camping weekend and so accommodations are...wait for it... a
tent. This is a horse riding ranch/farm of 80+ acres and we will be
utilizing the back 40. There is a kitchen building towards the back of the
main homestead which we will have access to for morning breakfasts should we
want (or cook it up on your coleman at your site) and also has 2 bathrooms and 2
showers available for our use as well. We also plan to have port-o-poti's
somewhere in the back 40 should we need them (depends on attendance numbers).
There is no electricity except at the homestead so don't plan to bring
electric lights, fridges, hairdryers, boom boxes (which will be destroyed or
launched from the trebuche) with you.
There are 2 main camping areas, one of which is just across the creek from
the kitchen building and I'll call this one the island campsite and the other is
in the back 40 field where most all the planned activities will be held (I'll
call this one the field campsite).
The island campsite is a nice camping area which is an easy/short walking
distance to the kitchen/bathroom/shower building, swimming (the spring fed
creek), the homestead. I'd suggest families with kids and those with small
bladders plan to camp here. The field is a bit of a walk from the front
homestead/kitchen building but this is where the activities are. There is
driving access to the back 40 but parking will be up front of the property at
the homestead.
Depending on attendance numbers, we may primarily utilize the island area or
we may locate everything (camping, banquet, events) in the back 40 field and
this will be where you want to be. Should we utilize the field primarily,
you can still camp at the island site and walk back to the field for all
activities (the island will be quiet if the BBQ/Banquet is at the field).
Also, if we utilize the field primarily we will ensure there's services such as
port-o-poti's, water, fire pit etc. available. In any case, if you have a
water container, you should bring it.
The cost of admission includes the campsite but you are responsible for your
own camping equipment. There are some of you traveling from afar and we
are in the process of arranging camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, etc.) for
those people. If your interested in this please contact us asap.
There are motels/hotels located in Wakefield (about 15 min away) and if your
interested in staying in a hotel instead, please let us know and we'll assist
you in getting that arranged. There'll be a slight reduction in attendance
cost as campsite costs are removed. We'll deal with this on an individual
basis.
With Safety in mind, the owners of the ranch (Carla in this case as
Jean-Claude is boogying around in a wheelchair) are St. John's first aid
qualified as are several OMSG members. There is a hospital in Wakefield 15
min away and there is a voluntary fire dept/medical staff on call locally.
Also, if you have any allergies or medical concerns (bee stings, food types,
asthma) please let us know so we are aware of your condition and can deal with
it should a situation arise.
What To Bring;
- camping gear (tent, sleeping bags, cooking stuff, lounge/camp chairs,
kitchen sink if you want/can fit it in.
- lanterns, torches and/or
citronella things.
- 1-10gal water container
- food. OMSG is
providing a BBQ/Banquet on Saturday night but all other meals are your
responsibility. Again, Wakefield is close and you can purchase food there.
- cooler(s)
- all your medieval stuff
- your evening refreshments
Cost;
The cost for the weekend is ca$125/attendee. this includes;
-
campsite for 1 tent for the weekend (Fri/Sat night)
- all activities and
seminars including Pete Katz seminar(s)
- Saturday evenings BBQ/Banquet
(byob/refreshments)
- parking
- access to the ranch
In addition;
- For families add ca$20 for spouse/partner and ca$10/child for the weekend
(staying in your tent).
- Additional tent site add ca$10/night.
-
OMCW/03 T-shirt - ca$20 (these are limited so if you want one, reserve one
right away).
- Archery Tournament ca$15/entrant.
- Horse back riding
ca$20/hr. Lessons ca$20/hr plus horse. This is arranged through us
directly with the ranch folks. They can take groups of up to 8 riders at a
time and if your interested, please let us know so we can give them a heads up
of total rides expected.
Note;
- For attendee's sharing a tent, knock ca$20/night off the total attendee
cost.
- For CAAMA members attending who are not going to be in armour or
attending the seminars the cost will be ca$25/attendee plus
ca$20/campsite/night. Spouse/family costs are as above.
- OMSG members
can invite a guest/family to attend Saturday as a spectator at ca$25/person plus
ca$20/campsite for Saturday night.
BIG NOTE;
This is not a pay at the gate type of event so if your planning to attend,
please let me know and send you cheque or money order to me at your earliest
convenience. If you want to confirm exactly what your cost breakdown is,
I'll be happy to talk to each/anyone via email at
<ajcvet@aemma.org>. Unfortunately, we do not have on-line
registration so please contact me via email to confirm your attendance, provide
any medical info and/or if you have any questions. Thanks and look forward
to seeing you in Wakefield.
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