Welcome to Acorn War XXXI!
September 6-8, 2024
Good gentles of An Tir!
The Shire of Mountain Edge calls for your aid! The wicked Squirrel King has raided our harvest stores and stolen all our Acorns! We call all those who defend our fair Kingdom to arms to defeat this menace and reclaim it, for Honor & Glory!
We call to you to raise up arms! Reclaim our Acorns so that our lovely shire can survive the cold winter.
But Wait, there’s more! The Shire of Mountain Edge is looking for Defenders
Are you skilled in the shooting of arrows? Mountain Edge is looking for a new Archery Defender!
Do you enjoy throwing knives, axes, and spears? Throw in your knife to be the new Thrown Weapons Defender.
Are you crafty? You could be our new Arts & Science Defender.
Are you a Teller of Tales and a Singer of Songs? You could be our premier Bardic Defender!
Registration Information
Acorn War pre-registration is NOW OPEN!
To register, please head to www.castrorum.com/acornwar
Please note we are limited on CAMPING space, so the first 150 pre-registrations that are paid will receive 200 square feet of allocated camping space. Bring your smallest loadout to help everyone be able to attend! Many food options are being offered on site so you don’t need to cook.
If you have any issues with your registration please reach out to Rufus at mlrvfvs@gmail.com.
Thank you!
Site Fees:
Adults: $35*
Youth: $10
Children (under 12): Free
* $10 Discount for SCA Members
Lodging Information
Camping is available but limited – please plan to pre-register for land reservations for your group. Tents are limited to 16′ or less, and no day shades will be permitted in the camping area.
Day camps are available in the Lewis Pavilion(indoor, no day shades). There are bleachers to view the War Field.
Site has paved roads and walk paths, but camping is on grass — Please plan accordingly.
RV Information
RV spaces have full power hookups and are in the parking lot.
They are $25/night with 30amp power hookups
Driving directions from the fairgrounds to free RV Sani-dump
- Start out by turning left and going southwest on NE Lafayette Ave (go 0.22 miles)
- At the light take a left onto NE Orchard Ave. (go 0.24 miles) CIRCLE K/gas station is on the corner (If you reach NE 19th St you’ve gone a little too far)
- Turn right onto NE Alpha Dr. (go 0.1 miles) You are entering a developing industrial area. (If you reach the end of NE Orchard Ave you’ve gone about 0.3 miles too far)
- Take the 1st left onto NE Rivergate St. (go 0.49 miles) (If you reach NE Riverside Dr you’ve gone about 0.2 miles too far)
- Turn left onto NE Colvin Ct. (go 0.13 miles)
- Take the 1st right onto NE Clearwater Dr. If you reach the end of NE Colvin Ct you’ve gone a little too far (go 0.08 miles)
- 3500 NE CLEARWATER DR is on the left. If you reach the end of NE Clearwater Dr you’ve gone a little too far (go 0 miles)
Hotel Information
If you choose to stay offsite, there are hotel accommodations that are not associated with the event.
McMinnville Inn
503-472-5187
0.8 miles
http://www.hotelmcminnville.com
Motel 6
503-472-9463
1.5 miles
http://www.motel6.com/reservations/motel_detail.aspx?num=4452
Vineyard Inn
503-472-4900
1.5 miles
http://www.guesthouseintl.com/hotels/McMinnville
Red Lion Suites
503-472-1500
1.5 miles
http://www.redlion.com/our-hotels/oregon/mcminnville/guestrooms
Comfort Suites
503-472-1700
1.6 miles
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-mcminnville-oregon-OR177
Meal Information
As space is limited, we encourage you to participate in the food being offered during the weekend.
Friday Night: Soup kitchen, hosted by House Blackhart! The members of the House invite you to try a wide variety of soups, chilis & hearty stews with bread Friday evening after you set up your camp in the Lewis Pavilion. Power is available for crockpots, bring your own chair and table if you choose to dine indoors.
Saturday from 8AM to 6PM – the Handzy Food Truck will be open with Breakfast and Lunch options available.
Saturday night: After court community potluck dinner in the Lewis Pavilion. Please bring a dish to share according to your mundane last name (modern okay, not required to be period):
A-D: Side Dish (Starches, veggies, salads)
E-H: Breads & Rolls (Regular & GF are both fine)
I-L: Main Dishes (Proteins, pastas, casseroles)
M-Q: Desserts
R-Z: Appetizers (small bites)
Please bring proper serving utensils for your dish and be prepared to fill out a card with what’s in it and your name to place next to your dish.
You are responsible for washing and taking your dish home after the event, or it will be thrown away.
There is power available, cooking on a limited basis but you will need your own cookware to use the kitchen inside the Lewis Pavilion. Dishwashing in the kitchen ONLY, no gray water dumping anywhere except the on site kitchen sinks or restrooms.
Site Information
Yamhill County Fairgrounds
2070 NE Lafayette Ave,
McMinnville, OR. 97128