Event Information

Chalice of the Sun Gods IV
(2007-09-14 - 2007-09-16 - Site opens at 5 PM & Closes at 11)
Ponte Alto

Once again, the cry goes forth for all heroes to vie for glory and honor in the Chalice Championships. And for those who choose to attempt it, there is the legendary 'Chalice of the Sun God', the cup of Helios given to Hercules in the course of his labors. Please join us for this unique challenge!

Martial Activities: There will be heavy and rapier fighting; competitors shall fight in a Challenger's tourney for the right to best the Heavy Weapons Chalice Champion or the Rapier Chalice Champion. The winner of each 'Champion Battle' shall become the Chalice Champion in that discipline, and may fight as Chalice Champion next year. Questions should be directed to Lord Connor Sinclair (heavy weapons) (connor_sinclair@yahoo.com) and Lord Geoffrey ap Clywd (rapier) (geoffwillamsrdg@yahoo.com). Additionally, we will be having both a youth combat and a youth rapier tourney for extra team points! Please contact Baroness Catalina dell'Acqua should you have questions. (akgnome@yahoo.com).

Arts & Sciences Activities: There will be Chalice competitions in bardic and artifact A&S. For questions about A&S please contact Renata von Hentzau (starfox5@msn.com). Bardic Chalice Competition: Bards and other performers shall compete in a Challengers Competition for the right to face the Chalice Bard. The winner of that face-off becomes Chalice Bard, and may compete under the title next year. Each Bard should have two pieces prepared, one of which shall be in period style documented. Both pieces should be about 'Peace'. Artifact Chalice Competition: Artisans shall compete in a Challengers Competition for the right to face the Chalice Artisan. The winner of that competition shall become Chalice Artisan, and may compete under the title next year. The competition theme is 'War'. In, around, and because of War, there are many areas to look for research and items. Have fun with your research and we look forward to your documentation!

Cost:

Adult, Member: $12.00 Day-Trip $ 7.00 Feast $17.00 Camping
Adult, Non-Member: $15.00 Day-Trip $ 7.00 Feast $20.00 Camping
Child (6-17): $ 6.00 Day-Trip $ 5.00 Feast $ 8.00 Camping
Child (0-5): $ 0.00 Day-Trip $ 0.00 Feast $ 0.00 Camping

Cost Notes: NON-SCA MEMBERS: add $3 to all prices below. Pre-Register and save $1 off your day-trip or cabin camping fee.
Make Checks Payable To: Barony of Ponte Alto, SCA, Inc.

Site: Prince William Forest Park, Triangle, VA, Camps 1& 4.

Site Restrictions: No pointed weapons. No pets. No tent camping (cabins only). No open flame. The site is WET, no original containers. Cabins have showers, bathrooms, and beds (bring your own bedding). Cars are not permitted in the cabin areas. Handicap accessible. All cabins must be vacated by 11am Sunday morning.

Feast: A sumptuous feast shall be prepared by Lady Graçia Esperança de Sevilla (MysticSableWolf@hotmail.com). Space is limited to 100, so get those reservations in early! Dietary concerns should be directed to the head cook.

Merchants: You are welcome. Please contact the Event Steward to register for space by the list field. Note that PWFP does not permit overnight camping in tents so plan accordingly.

Other Information: Team Competition for the Chalice of the Sun God: Teams must register before 11am on the day of the tourneys to compete for the Chalice of the Sun God. Teams must field a single participant in at least 4 of the 5. Chalice disciplines (Bardic, Artisan, Heavy, Rapier, Archery – Youth Rapier & Combat will provide extra points). Each participant shall receive points based on participation and performance. The team with the highest score shall win the Chalice of the Sun God. To register a team, contact the Event Steward. You must include the names of your team members, their disciplines, and the team name.

Event Steward: Katharine Devereaux (Kimberly Barker), 181 E Reed Ave #107, Alexandria, VA 22305, (571) 239-2183, email: katdevereaux@hotmail.com 

Reservations: Celia of Rosedale (Tamara Brown), 3714 Sudley Ford Court, Fairfax, VA 22033, (703) 378-2441, email: celia@ravenstreet.org 

Website: http://pontealto.atlantia.sca.org/chalice.php


Directions:
Take your best route to I-95 in VA. Exit at VA-234 headed towards Manassas (Exit 152B). Where VA-234 becomes a two lane road, you will see a Travel Trailer City sign on you left. YOUR NEXT LEFT WILL BE FOR CAMPS 1&4. When you turn, follow the signs for Camp 1 entrance.

Via Mapquest, enter the intersection of "Pleasant Rd & Dumfries Rd" in Montclair, VA 22205. This is the entrance to Camp 1.