The Barony of Ered Sul
Highland’s War
& Baronial Investiture
August 14th – 18th, 2025
Pre-reg closes 8/8! On-site registration is CASH ONLY.
No electronic payments after August 8th.
All are cordially invited to join the Barony of Ered Sul for A Knight’s Tale at Highlands War 2025!
One and all may be weighed and measured on the fields of battle and through displays of the Arts. As the day finds us waning, so too does the reign of our Baron Nilstr and Baroness Margre. We shall miss them as the sun misses the flower in the depths of winter… but alas, we will also rejoice as we attend the Investiture of a new Baron and Baroness of the wild and wooly lands of Ered Sul. Let us all celebrate!
Pre-registration closes at the end of day on August 8th! After that, Gate is CASH ONLY. Save time, skip the lines—pre-register now!
Camp Raymond
Boy Scout Camp Rd Parks, AZ 86018
Site opens on August 14th at 10 AM and closes on August 18th at noon.
Fees
$30 – Adult Pre-registered
$35 – Adult at the gate (CASH ONLY)
Children 17 and under are FREE
Autocrat
Armiger Kay Leigh of Inverted (Kayla Carl)
Schedule of Activities
Youth Schedule
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | All Day | Board Games, Pretend Play, Coloring, Cut & Color Crafts |
| 12:00 PM | Dragon Puppet Craft | |
| 1:00 PM | Basket Weaving | |
| 2:00 PM | Dragon Slayer Obstacle Course | |
| 3:00 PM | Make a Coronet Craft | |
| 4:00 PM | TBD | |
| 5:00 PM | Youth Closing | |
| 7:15 PM | Family Movie: A Knight’s Tale (Projection) | |
| Saturday | All Day | Board Games, Pretend Play, Coloring, Cut & Color Crafts |
| 10:00 AM | Minute to Win It – Young | |
| 11:00 AM | Minute to Win It – Older | |
| 1:00 PM | Escape the War | |
| 2:00 PM | Macaroni Viking Cuff Craft | |
| 3:00 PM | In My Perler Period (Perler Beads) | |
| 4:00 PM | Know Your Royals? Trivia Game | |
| 5:00 PM | Youth Closing | |
| Sunday | All Day | Board Games, Pretend Play, Coloring, Cut & Color Crafts |
| 9:00 AM | Make a Pet Dragon | |
| 10:00 AM | Tear Down for Takis Bingo | |
| 11:00 AM | Dragon Slayer Obstacle Course | |
| 12:00 PM | CLOSED – See You Next Year! |
Combat & Tournaments
| Day | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 9 AM–12 PM | Thrown Weapons Tournament | Ranged Weapons |
| 11 AM | Prize Archery | Ranged Weapons | |
| 10 AM–2 PM | Rapier | Battlefield | |
| 10 AM–2 PM | Hardsuit | Battlefield | |
| Saturday | 11 AM | War Tournament Shoot | Ranged Weapons |
| 11 AM | Youth Archery | Ranged Weapons | |
| 11 AM–2 PM | Rapier | Battlefield | |
| 11 AM–2 PM | Hardsuit | Battlefield | |
| 2 PM | Champions Shoot | Ranged Weapons | |
| 2 PM–? | Hardsuit Champions Tournament | Battlefield | |
| 2 PM–? | Rapier Champions Tournament | Battlefield | |
| Sunday | TBD | Pick-Up Fights & Morning Tourney | Battlefield |
Arts & Sciences (A&S)
| Day | Time | Class Title / Instructor | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 11:00 AM | Intro to Middle Eastern DrummingAdrienne Noel deLorraine | Learn a couple of common rhythms to play at a drum circle | None |
| 12:00 PM | Pine Needle BasketsJenna of Frehope (Limit 10) | Learn how to make a pine needle basket | None | |
| 1:00 PM | Intro to BardicRowena of Cornwall | What is Bardic? Let’s sing! | None | |
| 2:00 PM | Chain MailChangmaille | Make and take a byzantine weave key chain | $3 | |
| 2:00–4:00 PM | SlipcoversRose Blackthorne | Learn how to make slipcovers for your modern camp chair | None | |
| 2:00–4:00 PM | Open ScribalAdrienne Noel deLorraine | Scribes and want-to-be scribes, let’s illuminate (paint)! | None |
| Day | Time | Class Title / Instructor | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 10:00–12:00 PM | Intro to Hand EmbroideryKatherine Tapester (Limit 6) | Learn to embroider; materials included | $5 |
| 11:00 AM | Mead Making 101HE Allesia deCanaberiis | Come and learn the basic steps to making mead | None | |
| 12:00 PM | WordsmithingLady Donwenna | Come and learn basic wordsmithing for scrolls | None | |
| 12:00 PM | Siege Engines 101Nikolai of Twin Moons | A presentation about SCA siege engines, regulations, and building process | None | |
| 1:00 PM | Intro to CordialsAdrienne Noel deLorraine | Learn how to make a simple cordial | None | |
| 1:00–3:00 PM | Modern Fabric for Period UseKatherine Tapester (Limit 6) | Overview of modern fabrics that resemble period textiles for Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Viking garb | $2 | |
| 2:00 PM | Open Q&A with the LaurelsMaster Sebastian of the Titans | Ask the Laurels! Learn what it means to be a Peer in the Arts & Sciences | None | |
| 2:00 PM | Tasting with the Atenveldt Brewers’ Guild | A tasting and meet-up (21+ with ID required) | None |
Equestrian
| Day | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 1 PM–3 PM | Equestrian Activities | TBD |
| Saturday | 2:30 PM–4:30 PM | Equestrian Activities | TBD |
Court & Circles
| Day | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 5 PM | Baronial Court | Amphitheater |
| Saturday | 9 AM | Morning Kingdom Court | Amphitheater |
| 4 PM | BES Investiture Court | Amphitheater | |
| After Court | MOD Circle | TBD | |
| After Court | Bardic Circle | TBD | |
| Sunday | 11 AM | Closing Baronial Courts | Amphitheater |
Evening Festivities
| Day | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 7 PM | Jorg & Rabbit Vigil Party | Landsknecht |
| 8 PM | Caell’s Vigil | Rannseche | |
| Saturday | 8 PM | Party at Bloodmoon | Bloodmoon Encampment |
FAQ
Do I need to pre-register to attend?
You can pay at gate if you cannot preregister. An additional $5 is added to the cost.
⚠️ Gate is CASH ONLY
What are the site rules?
- Staking is allowed, but do NOT disturb the pine needles, except for fire safety.
- Above-ground fire pits only—do NOT use in-ground fire pits on site.
- Pool, lake, and cabins are off-limits—violators will be asked to leave without refund.
- Speed limit is 5 mph on site.
- Fire extinguishers are required at camps.
Are there RV spots?
All RV spots are reserved. Wet and Dry RV waitlists are open—contact the autocrat to be added.
Do the grounds have amenities?
- Stone privies, showers, potable water, and trash receptacles.
- Ramadas in camps.
- A&S Hall open during scheduled hours (see schedule link).
- Limited firewood available; bring your own to be safe.
How does land allocation work?
- General land grab with some designated areas.
- Blue flag sites are reserved for merchants, parties, and designated spaces.
Is there a land map?
A large map will be available at Gate to mark your camp location.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are welcome but must be:
- On a leash attached to a person or immovable object at all times.
- Attended—no loose animals dragging leashes.
Can I rent a tent?
- Only one tent spot left!
- Tent rentals: $5
- Contact the autocrats to reserve or join the waitlist.