Needwood Games
(2008-10-11 - Site opens at 9:00 AM & Closes at 4:00 PM)
Roxbury Mill
Oft does one gaze upon a starry sky on a cloudless night, wondering in all amazement the mysteries therein. Such dark secrets, such immeasurable power, and the Earth at the centre of it all. Join us in an effort to unlock the myths and fables around shooting stars with some shooting of our own! The Needwood Forest Company of Archers invites Atlantian and Knowne World archers of all ranks to a full day of target archery. The shooting is guaranteed to challenge and amuse those who share the joy of watching the flight of arrows and hearing the satisfying thunk of the shaft into the target. Additionally, the annual Lochmere Arrow competition will be held.
Martial activities: This is an all target archery event with team and individual competitions. There will be three themed courses. Look for stars and heavenly bodies on the novelty course. This course will include a clout. The woods shoot features dangerous animals. The third course, for the Lochmere Arrow, will be shot by teams of two archers. While everyone can shoot the Lochmere Arrow course, only an Atlantian team can win the prestigious trophy.
The three courses will be set up to allow archers to shoot the many stations at their own pace. Youth, beginner, expert, and crossbow archers will find the targets to their liking. An assortment of prizes will be awarded at every skill level. Bring many arrows or bolts as several of the stations will afford the chance to shoot 12 shafts.
Cost: Member competitors: Adult $8; Youth, age 17 and under $5.
Non-member surcharge is $3 in addition to the member cost.
Non-shooting spectators: free!
Site: Checkley Farm 17110 Comus Rd.
Dickerson, MD 20842
Site opens at 9:00. Competition begins at 10:00. Site closes at 4:00.
Site Restrictions: No alcohol. No pets. No overnight stays. This is a working farm – please do not stray from the event area.
Feast: A light day board will be provided to all and is included in the site fee.
Merchants: Please contact the Event Steward if interested in merchanting.
Event Steward: Jonathan of Roxbury Mill (Jonathan Mitz) 11711 Rosalinda Drive, Potomac, Maryland, 20854. (301) 370-6847. [NLT 9pm] email: JonathanMitz@Grunley.com
From the North take Interstate 270 to exit 22 Route 109. Turn left onto Old Hundred Rd. Route 109. At Comus Rd. turn right (at the Comus Inn) and the driveway will be shortly thereafter on the left.