The Twin River Guard

With tables set, gathering done, hunt complete, animals butchered, and the fermentation finished it was time to turn our thoughts to the finer things of life - to eat, drink and be merry!

Everyone put in a huge effort in feast preparation and it showed with the sheer quality and quantity of food presented at this years Midsummer's Feast. Very well done to all who contributed, even if they were unable to actually attend.

Thane Aesa presented award ribbons to long standing TRG members, and an Award of Service to Lord Einar for his efforts as Sénéchal. Most unusually he was caught completely off guard and speechless!

With full stomachs and drinks a flow we were treated to recitations from Lord Thord, songs from Thane Aesa and Lady Svanhilde and music from Lords' Ralf and Sceadu and Ladies Elswyth, Beomia and Svanhildre.

The Geraldton Greenough Sunshine Festival 2011 saw one of the largest crowds yet seen in it's 53 year history.

The Twin River Guard were invited to participate in this years event and proved to be a popular draw card with displays of combat, training, arms and armour and axe & spear throwing.

Interaction with spectators saw many Geraldton folk discover the existence of our humble group and several new members have been added to our growing ranks.

A sizable contingent of Guards made the arduous journey to a far away land to represent the Twin River Guard at the 2011 Balingup Medieval Carnivale.

Friday evening we were welcomed with a feast for Kings and Nobles alike at the Balingup Town Hall. The meats were cooked to perfection and the dessert was something to behold. All of which was washed down with mulled wine, and drinks various.

Saturday and Sunday saw the Carnivale in full swing with hawkers abound purveying all manner of goods to satisfy even the pickiest of buyers. Minstrels aplenty entertained with songs and dance at the main stage throughout the weekend, while combatants fought with all manner of weapons. Members of the TRG ventured into the main arena and crossed swords with members of The Grey Company.

Representatives of both The Grey Company and the SCA have expressed interest in cementing bonds with their Northerly members and plans to host an event here in our homeland will commence in the near future.

More than 20 people, reenactors and civilians alike came together on a damp, drizzly evening to partake in wine, food and song in what turned out to be a better night that we could ever have hoped for.

Warmed by a roaring fire, and the glow of 30 candles Patrons partook in a succulent feast provided by Brian and the staff of the Hampton Arms. Entertainment came in the form of Pass the Parcel (a traditional medieval pastime), with songs from Mistress Catherine d'Arc and Aesa the Black, a viola instrumental by Lady Svanhilde and a recital (and bawdy rhyme) from Lord Thord.

Miscreants who broached the 10 Thou Shall Nots were cast into the stocks where rotten fruit was cast at them until such time as they served their time. How the Hell Lord Thord did not join the throng in the stocks is beyond anyone. Next time Lord Thord, Next time!

The weekend of 3rd - 6th June saw 9 campers and as many as 13 TRG and SCA members attend what was an awesome weekend of camping, combat, archery, feasting and song with a very liberal sprinkling of alcohol thrown into the mix.

Saturday morn saw combatants brave the elements as they were put through their paces by a supportive (and very patient) Sir Nathan until such time as the midday meal was served. After which time no-one seemed to be able to tear themselves away from the firepit, and there ensconced with ales a' sundry, spun tales of dubitable truth.

Sunday morn, and somewhat worse for weather (1) after a sumptuous feast, began a day of bending bows where after sufficient practice our first tournament was held and enjoyed by all. Congratulations to our esteemed visitor Sir Nathan Blacktower on his decisive win.

(1) It is rumoured that patrons were suffering from allergic reactions to vegetables, though our apothecary has suggested perchance the quashing of much ale may have been a contributing factor. A theory not bourne by the sots attending said feast!

The weekend of the 12th - 14th November saw the Twin River Guards' first foray into extended reenactment with the advent of our first camping weekend. For most it was their first taste of doing it rough in a setting somewhat outside their regular camping experience.

Much was learned about our shortcomings during this first reenactment camping weekend, in particular that combat is particularly painful after tying a big one on the night before. Still, an excellent time was had by all attending.

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