June 19-21, 1998
Like the wars that ravaged Europe, the Landsknechts have returned once again. The Shire of Eisental and Der Sonnen Von Krieg invite everyone to enjoy a weekend of irreverent fun and mayhem at the Ukrainian Homestead, R.D. #2, Lehighton, PA, 18235. This gathering of Landsknechts will include a 3-man great-weapons-only tournament which emphasizes weapons of the period, the standard double-elimination tourney (weapons of choice), and a bearpit. If you've seen it in years past, you already know it's a lot of fun.
Also featured will be a Brewer's Conference, Arts & Sciences competition, and a competition of period codpieces, scheduled children's activities, at least one period play, and archery activities. As always merchants are most welcome to ply their wares and should include request for space with their reservation. Questions about merchanting should be directed to Lord Matsuyamaji no Mokurai, (610) 798-7332.There is a swimming pool on site (we promise it will be open this year!), but no lifeguard on duty, so swimming will be at your own risk, and minors (under 18) MUST be accompanied by an adult. A barracks with open dormitory-style housing will be available for those without tents. Period pavilions will be given special consideration for space by the list-field if desired.
Classes will be offered in: Landsknecht garb, German camp cooking (open fire), artillery and small arms of the period by Der Sonnen Von Krieg, our own little crew of Germans, battle strategy and tactics, and pike drill by Das Teuffels AlpDrucken Fahnlein, our kamerades from Maryland. Questions about classes should be directed to Lady Anne Liese Wolkenhaar, (610) 798-7332.
We will also be running a herald's consulting table for those interested in registering a name and arms.
The site opens at 3:00 PM Friday, and closes at 3:00 PM Sunday. A buffet breakfast for Friday's arrivals and a lunch sideboard will be provided, with a hot breakfast Sunday morning, in addition to the feast prepared by Eisenthal's own Selene Vereneau. The feast is limited to 125 gentles, and all alcohol consumed in the hall must be purchased from the bar on site.
The costs for this weekend are: on-board, 2 nights, $20; 1 night or day-trip, $12; off-board 2 nights, $14; 1 night or day trip, $8; children 7-14 are half-price, under 6 free, and family rates are available. Confirmations will include an event schedule, tournament and competition guidelines, and children's activities. Please make checks payable to 'SCA - Shire of Eisental' and mail them with a SASE to our Shire's Exchequer, Astrid Olafsdottir (Alis Bajan), 260 Liberty St., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Motel rooms are available on-site, and must be reserved by June 7. Prices are as follows:
Large - 2 double beds - $40 for the first night and $30 for the second night. 6 are available.
Deposits for the rooms are $20 per night per room - the balance must be paid at troll. Please send these deposits to the Autocrat, listed below. Cash or personal checks only. Checks for the hotel rooms must be made out to the Ukranian Homestead. No credit cards.
Questions should be directed to the Autocrats, Derek Fairhair and Ysabeau Du St. Wandrielle (Paul and Roseann Zona) at 405 E. Abbott St., Lansford, PA 18232. Ph (717) 645-8661 or e-mail at: pzona@prolog.net.
DIRECTIONS: From PA Turnpike, NE Extension, take exit 34 (Mahoning Valley) to Rt 209 South, towards Jim Thorpe. At 2nd light (Caruso's Rest.), 209 makes a right turn. From this light, continue on 209 for 2.1 miles and make a left turn at the sign for "Flagstaff." Follow this road (Beaver Drive) for 1.7 miles, Ukrainian Homestead will be on your left.
>From I-81: Take exit 37 (Hometown/Mahanoy City) onto Rt. 54 East, through Hometown to Nesquehoning. At the Monument landmark, bear left and continue on R. 209 North 4.9 miles to Jim Thorpe. At the 2nd light, make a left and continue on Rt. 209 North for 1.6 miles and turn right at the top of the mountain (at the Family Restaurant). At the stop sign, go straight for 1.3 miles and the Ukrainian Homestead will be on your left. Signs will be posted.