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Before the most recent surge, there was desperate hope for a local in person event before the end of the year. We looked forward being able to look to the faces of the populace as individuals were recognized for all the deeds great and worthy being done. The current trend of the infection numbers has…

“When the words come, they are merely empty shells without the music. They live as they are sung, for the words are the body and the music the spirit.” Unto the Gracious and most Talented populace of Montengarde does Countess Karina de Elephantide send Warmest and Melodic Greetings As with all things under the Heavens,…

As we potentially return to In Person Events, the Barony of Montengarde seeks possible venues and event teams for the following  Fall Event (traditionally called Samhain) Nov 7, 2021  Seeking site able to accommodate our Bardic Championship. Indoor space available for fighting in the event of poor weather a bonus.   This is only three…

The latest announcement from the Board of Directors regarding COVID precautions. TLDR – Be responsible for your choices. Events and activities require sign in. Post notice that risk cannot be completely eliminated & the individual is responsible for their own safety. https://www.sca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/AugustInPersonActivityResolution.pdf Be well, be safe In Service,HE Bjar the Blue

These are the words spoken by Her Excellency Bothilder, Baroness of Montengarde at Dragonslayer (June 19th, 2021). Any error in their transcription lies with my, Bjar. Attend well her words. “Greetings Avacal and MontengardeI address you today to make it publicly known that I’ve made the difficult decision to step down as Baroness. As some…

Your Challenge is to tell us how you would, could or will slay the dragon that plagues our lands. WINNER – Nidira (Asa)! The people of our History have shown us through there works of art and stories that their imaginations have been no less than our own, yes we reenact history……… Also this event…

HERE YE HERE YE! COME ONE, COME ALL TO BE PART OF THE GREATEST COOK-OFF IN THE KINGDOM!!!! As we are keen to slay the Dragon that plagues our land this year, Once it’s dead we need to enjoy a celebration and feast!! I issue a challenge to come up with a creative and fun…

Greetings to Their Excellencies of Montengarde, the people, and the archers of Avacal! This dragon is a plague upon you and must be stopped! Wait… no.. this is a plague dragon that must be shot! Here is your challenge: your task is to make an archery target with the a theme of plague, dragons, or…

The Incipient Shire of Ayresgarde (Cranbrook/Kimberley, BC) July 16-18, 2021Zoom – OnlineEthereal Realm Site Opens: 6:00 p.m. July 16th, Site closes: 3:00 p.m., July 18th All of the madness, mayhem and memes you have come to expect from Ayresgarde but now online! Classes, competitions, and our signature Mischief Games will all be experienced through a…

We now have a new online recommendation form to send award recommendations to their excellencies.

HEAR YE HEAR YE LET THE DRUMS AND BATTLE HORNS OF WAR BE HEARD!!! The Barony of Montengarde is issuing a Call to Arms regarding our latest invasion by yet another Dragon!!! Be it our amazing folk who rise to the challenges at hand to support our War Efforts, such as our bards to lift…

A Summary of SCA response to the Covid 19 Health situation affecting the people of Montengarde Update from their Majesties April 1 2021: We know many have seen the Bods announcement and have begun to ask questions about what this means for Avacal. While the BoD has begun to lift restrictions and allow SCA activities,…

Service is a major cornerstone of the SCA and holding office is one of the best ways to be of service to the Society. Right now, our Barony has a number of officer positions that we need filling. Please contact the baronial Seneschal and/or their Excellencies if you have any interest in one of the…