When: Friday, October 30th through Sunday, November 1st 2026
Where: Lions Camp Merrick, 3650 Rick Hamilton Place, Nanjemoy, MD 20662
Hearken, fair Atlantia, and let great rejoicing fill the land!
As autumn’s golden mantle settles upon the realm and the harvest season draws to its close, the Barony of Dun Carraig bids all nobles, gentles, artisans, warriors, and wanderers welcome to a weekend of celebration, fellowship, and pageantry. Join us October 30 – November 1, 2026, as we witness the Investiture of our new Baronage and mark the beginning of a new chapter in the history of our beloved Barony.
Come gather beneath banners flying proudly in the crisp autumn air as Their Excellencies take up the mantle of leadership. Let voices be raised in acclamation, cups lifted in good cheer, and friendships renewed around hearth and table.
The lists shall come alive with displays of valor as armored combatants contest for honor and glory, while rapier fighters test their skill and courtesy upon the field. Archers and throwers alike are invited to demonstrate their precision and prowess upon the ranges, proving that steady hands and keen eyes are as worthy as strength of arm.
Those with a love of the arts and sciences are encouraged to attend in their finest attire. Let the fields and halls be adorned with elegant cotehardies, splendid kirtles, graceful hoods, and all manner of medieval finery befitting the season. Whether clad in humble wool or noble silk, all are welcome to share in the beauty and inspiration of our Society.
As evening falls, gather for a sumptuous feast where good company, laughter, and excellent fare shall abound. Tales will be told, songs will be sung, and memories made to last through many winters to come.
In keeping with the festive spirit of the season, all are invited to participate in our Pet Costume Contest! Bring forth your most noble hounds or any beloved (toy) companion bedecked in medieval splendor, heraldic glory, or harvest merriment. Prizes and admiration await those creatures most charmingly attired.
Whether you come seeking martial renown, artistic inspiration, delicious fare, or simply the joy of gathering among friends, there shall be a place for you at our celebration. So don your finest garb, prepare your banners, and make haste to Dun Carraig. Together let us honor the past, celebrate the present, and welcome our new Baronage with all the pomp, ceremony, and merriment that such an occasion deserves.
By our hands and hearts, we invite you to join us for this grand and joyous Investiture Weekend.
Preregister via SCORES: http://sca.app.neoncrm.com/event-list
Schedule
Activities
Martial
There will be Armored, Rapier, Archery, and Thrown Weapons.
Armored
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM – Inspections & Authorizations
~11:30 – Tournaments start
Field opens for pickups after tournaments
4:00 – Field closes
Undead Tournament
All fighters begin Living. After a loss, a fighter becomes Undead. Undead fighters are immune to limb cuts and thrusts; only cuts to the head or body count. An Undead fighter who defeats a Living fighter steals their life, becoming Living while their opponent becomes Undead.
We will fight several rounds depending on the number of fighters. Last living fighter(s) win!
Trick or Treat Bear Pit
Before each run, fighters choose Trick or Treat:
Treat: 2 points per win, plus 1 point for a loss.
Trick: 3 points per win, but no points for a loss.
Fighters exit the pit on a loss, or after three wins.
Rapier
Full details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DkVknPSYmL0Kt1hjr9VzDHuiSdAUObgjaTOWm7ewPWg/edit?tab=t.4n8ablgg2zrc
Schedule:
- Authorizations and Inspections
- The Desecration of the Shrine of Saint Guinefort (Melee)
- Approximate Length: 60 minutes
- Never Won a Tournament
- Approximate Length: 30 minutes
- C&T Tournament
- Approximate Length: 45 minutes
- Depending on field size, number of tournament participants, and available marshals, part of the field will be open for pickups during this time.
- Weapons Limited Speed Tournament (Optional)
- Approximate Length: 45 minutes
- This is an optional tournament that will likely only be run if there is not enough interest for the C&T Tournament, or if we have more time than the RMIC anticipates.
- Tournament of Defense
- Approximate Length: 60+ minutes
- Open Pickups
Note: As always, rules for the day’s activities are subject to change depending on the number of participants, number of available marshals, time remaining in the day, weather, and other unanticipated factors.
A&S
Styling in Your Hood
From simple embellishments and decorative details to creative ways of arranging and wearing your chaperon, there are countless ways to make a hood uniquely yours.
Join us for a discussion and exploration of hood styling, drawing inspiration from period imagery as well as modern approaches to medieval fashion. We’ll look at how small changes in decoration and arrangement can transform the look of a familiar garment.
Hood Construction Class
Want to make a 14th/15th century hood? We are going to talk about basic hood construction, how to make adjustments for your person, and practice setting gores for a smooth finish.
A&S display
“Display your most wonderful hood!”
In keeping with “Cotehardies, Coffyns, and Hoods, Oh My!” we want you to display your most frivolous, exquisite, or even just plain weird hood!
The populace will vote, and a prize for Populace Choice will be awarded.
There will also be a prize for Baroness’ Choice (Hint: extra points for a red and white theme).
This is a celebration of hoods across the ages, and we can’t wait to see everyone’s fabulous headwear!
And more!
We highly encourage people to don their favorite (or new) Cotehardie, Kirtle, Hood, etc. Oh My! Wouldn’t it be fun to have a sewing day/weekend to make a new outfit for this wonderful event? Maybe even an outfit for your dog?
Coursing
Calling all Hounds of Atlantia! We will be running at Cotehardies, Coffyns, and Hoods from after morning court until about 3:00 pm. Come play with us and Capture the Flag! There are trick or treat bags for all hounds! Cookies, toys, and stuff for your humans to use. We are looking forward to seeing everyone!
Feast
FIRST COURSE
Bread
Butter
Fresh Cheese
Bruhwurst (Sausage)
Pottage of Gourds (Pumpkin Soup)
SECOND COURSE
Duck Pie with Cherry & Wine Sauce
Sausage Pie with Mustard Sauce
Vegetable Pie with Herb Sauce
THIRD COURSE
Cormarye (Smoked Pork in Red Wine Sauce)
Buttered Wortes (Braised Greens)
Loseyns (Pasta with Cheese)
FOURTH COURSE
Assortment of Fruit Tartlets
Creme Bastarde
PLEASE NOTE:
Menu is subject to change.
For dietary questions including Vegetarian/Gluten Free/Dairy Free alternatives, please contact Baroness Alicia at ofnoimp@yahoo.com.
Because of the nature of this site, on-premesis substitutions cannot be made.
Merchants
Merchants are welcome. Please contact Event Steward to reserve space.
Staff
