Hello all,
Well
this will finally be the year that I attend Mosi for the first time.
I live in south east florida- about 4 hours away.
My boyfriend and I are hoping to attend opening weekend for the highland games.
We will most likely be staying in Orlando for the night, he has friends there. Due to financial constraints we will probably only be visiting on one weekend.
As new patrons of this location, what should we know??
Any favorite vendors/ acts??
Is mead available at Mosi??
oh yes we will be in garb, not HA though.
I would love to know any insider tips you have.
DO (most definitely) connect and meet up with the folks on the board here. There are a great number of friendly people who will be glad to see you and spend time with you and show you around, ranging from the perhaps a bit shy and reserved (like me) to the perhaps a bit too friendly (you know who you are).
*chuckling* Iain, quit talking about me like that.
Auryn, we look forward to seeing you for opening weekend. Iain is correct, there will be a good number of us there. Keep a watch out for Leinad and I in the Will Call line on opening morning, that's where they tell us the Season's Passes will be ready for pickup. When you see the tall man in grey with the flattop smoking a pipe and the petite redhead wandering about giving what appear to be enthusiastic hugs *grinning* you've found us.
As far as what to know ... make sure you have sunscreen, the Queen's Tea is a hoot, mead is available as well as a coffee bar (sometimes it's cold that first weekend). The faire can be quite dusty if there's not been any rain. I've not seen the entertainment list yet, so can't recommend specific performers but I'll keep an eye out and update that later. Not HA is not a problem, there's a good mix of both.
Several members of the Court are either members of R/F or well aware of the forums. Make yourself known as you come through the welcoming line and you'll be greeted warmly.
We'll see you at Faire!
ohh
you guys are making me so excited.
Ive been to faire before (Florida Renaissance Festival- its only about 30 min from me) but my boyfriend is a faire virgin.
I will post pictures of both of us so if you see us, feel free to come up, neither of us is very shy.
I have him very excited to be going. We have been talking about it for over a year now- he was deployed in Dubai for a year- just came home in August (he is finally home for good).
Escarlata, is the Queen's Tea something we should think of doing on our first visit?? I can't find any information about it on their website.
Auryn, I'd recommend the Queen's Tea if you are willing to spend $15 per person (last year's price) and about an hour. You sit down in a shady tent, are served finger foods and tea, and are entertained by a sampling of some of the lesser known performers. Good Queen Katherine Parr, our own Madge Estes here on R/F, presides and she is a delight. I try to go at least one day each weekend we're there. If we have a big enough R/F crowd, we try to coordinate the day and then the fun really begins.
Ahh, but just remember what happens at queens tea... stays at queens tea *wink wink*
hehehe
We are big tea drinkers so I think we could make time for that hehehe
where would I purchase tickets for the Queen's Tea??
I've been trying to get my tickets in advance to take advantage of the discount- but no luck yet.
They've not posted advance single ticket options yet, I'll post when I see it.
Queen's Tea tickets can be purchased at a table inside the gates, between the main gate and the Maypole.
you can buy them when you first walk in the gate at faire if i remember correctly.
there will be wenches pushing the tea!
It is a real hoot! always a great time!
Yes tea with the Queen and her court is a great way to take a break and enjoy some really good entertainment. If you are lycky the Mummers will be there to act out one of their fairytales. Seriously about fell out of my chair laughing.
We have (or had in the past few years) a smoker as well. About the same price as the tea, with beer and cigars offered along with a comedy show. About the same price. Fun!
I'm sorry, I have no idea who out entertainment is this year, but Manolette is a good show and Christophe the Insulter (rated R) is a riot! There was also a great Pirate group that sang bawdy songs. I know I'm forgetting some other good acts.
I'm not sure if I'll be there opening day, but for sure I'll be there on Sunday. Looking forward to seeing everyone. :)
Empty Hats is a must...if they are there this year.
Wine and Alchemy is a good bet---they are part of the former E Muzeki and will most likely be there.
Wine and Alchemy may be there? I'd love to hear Mark's new group!
..and yes, absoute must to catch Empty Hats at least once (if not more).
Oh and I forgot Emrys Fleet our Rat Catcher's show. :)
OHHHH! if wine and alchemy is there i will do the happy hoopskirt dance!
I'll be working for Wine and Alchemy if they get contracted. So, when I know, you'll know. ;D
YAY!!!! I have 2 of their songs on my myspace playlist!
Well met Auryn,
Be a S. Florida girl, you most likely know to bring water. It gets a bit spendy to buy it in the faire. There are 5 (I think) different pubs, each seem to have their own "regulars".
The wenches guild does their "walk" at 4. They often select out a new initiate to be "wenched". That is always very entertaining.
I look forward to meeting you "in the lanes" or at the Sea Horse Pub (my personal favorite watering hole).
thank you all for the warm welcome,
its making me so excited I have a hard time paying attention at work hehehe
Squire Mickey,
does BARF allow patrons to bring in their water??
I now have to go searching for Wine and Alchemy on myspace
Quote from: Auryn on January 14, 2009, 05:44:36 PM
thank you all for the warm welcome,
its making me so excited I have a hard time paying attention at work hehehe
Squire Mickey,
does BARF allow patrons to bring in their water??
I now have to go searching for Wine and Alchemy on myspace
Well, now that you ask, I am not sure what the exact policy was. I have always kept a bottle in a pouch. Hmmm. If that is against the rules, then I have to say that I am against the rules!
Anna? Escarlata? you guys know anything better?
I bring water and some food. they really cant deny someone bringing water in.
due to health issues you might have *wink wink*
They in the past have not looked in bags or baskets. cover it up and all is good!
We bring in flasks and such. noone really says much. they are too busy doing weapons check.
No Live steel weapons allowed, even thou they sell them there... even if its peacetied.
I like to use my wooden weapons. You can get nice ones at flea markets or budk.com
Also, SUNBLOCK!!!! Bring it wear it and reply it. Handy wipes are a great idea! It can be dusty or muddy depending on the weather!
I carry in my basket:
a mini first aide kit, Hand Wipes. Toilet seat covers, toilet paper and tissues.
you may be chuckling but there have been days there was nooo toilet paper!!!
Quote from: Princess Christine 2.0 on January 15, 2009, 08:43:45 AM
I bring water and some food. they really cant deny someone bringing water in.
due to health issues you might have *wink wink*
They in the past have not looked in bags or baskets. cover it up and all is good!
We bring in flasks and such. noone really says much. they are too busy doing weapons check.
No Live steel weapons allowed, even thou they sell them there... even if its peacetied.
I like to use my wooden weapons. You can get nice ones at flea markets or budk.com
Also, SUNBLOCK!!!! Bring it wear it and reply it. Handy wipes are a great idea! It can be dusty or muddy depending on the weather!
I carry in my basket:
a mini first aide kit, Hand Wipes. Toilet seat covers, toilet paper and tissues.
you may be chuckling but there have been days there was nooo toilet paper!!!
One other thing that I almost always bring in are favors to give out to kids. In the past I have had small "crystal balls" which I got from the pet shop (they were for aquariums).
This year I have changed my persona to a privateer so I have plastic and metal doubloons, pirate rings and gems (again aquarium).
The wooden weapons are great. I had to put together one for this fair as well. I was able to find one on Ebay. It wasn't painted, so I used metallic spray paint to make it look a bit more real.
Princess Christine also makes a good point on the flask. Mine is full with rum... ;)
Rum?! Heavens forbid! There's drinking going on at our faire? :)
hehe
you guys are awesome.
My character is an archer/ranger so my weapons consist of a bow and arrows (arrows are individually tied into the quiver and have no tips), and a small dagger (display type, can barely open a letter) strapped to my thigh and peace tied onto its sheath and my belt. I might just carry the bow or just my quarter staff.
Princess Christine, I would never laugh,I am always over prepared like you.
Sunscreen is definitely a must, my boyfriend has had skin cancer 3 times now, so we both wear spf85. IF you see us and need some sunscreen, come and ask, I always carry it.
We had a bow and arrows last year no one gave us a problem
Drinking at faire.... never heard of such madness
I was just told by a most reliable source (thanks Welsh Wenchie) that the wench walk is at 5, not 4.
Now, my difficulty with the time is most definitely due to the cider and rum that is NOT being consumed at the faire....
Gramercy for the error (says Squire Mickey)
Tis a small mater, take the wenching when ye can (says Captain Mickey Flint)
Dear Sir,
pray tell what is the wench walk??
Well, in fairness, I feel a bit strange be the one to tell ye the tale, and I must say, its never been done to this honest Privateer...
But, I hear that all the bonnie lasses whom belong to this here Wenches Guild collect themselves into a group. Tis said that they then go for a walk, steren' up trouble, causin a fair bit o fuss with their feminine wiles as it were.
Now the coup de gras be the Wenchin' Now this I shudder to tell ye of, knowin ye to be a proper lass. There are them that say it be lookin like this...
The Wenches Guild upon a walk
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2169/2544583850_225b305df3.jpg?v=0)
The object of the wenching selected
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3073/2544584040_6a01d133d6.jpg?v=0)
It continues all down the line (poor soul, branded for all to see)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3101/2544583958_e33700b5b4.jpg?v=0)
Captain Mickey Flint
Mickey, we'll have to be sure to get some good shots this year of a wenching in progress at BARF. I expect there wil be opportunities aplenty.
Auryn, our Queen, Madge Estes and her Ladies are in our local wenches guild as are many of the cast and members here and myself. I must admit I have never participated in a wenching,( I'm fairly new and just never managed to make it, but the lads do seem to enjoy it. ;) The wenches each take a turn with a kiss and perhaps a sweet something whispered. They usually turn beet red when they are finished with. ;D
One cannot participate in a wenching unless you are a member, but you can follow along and watch if you'd like. You can even join the guild and become a wench yourself. :)
Stay clear of ALL UFOs! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Let me add this in on the "PROPER WENCHING TECHNIQUES" Thanks to Kathryn (Fae) Weldon on this one. She put it all together. Besides, not all in the pictures above are Wenches by official title!
My advice is to also send a PM to Welsh Wench. She is always one in the middle of a Wenching and can give you some good advice, proper techniques etc. Tell her LJ sent you! You will find Wenchie here (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?action=profile;u=46). Look down at the bottom of the page for "Send this member a personal message" link!
Wenching Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGlV1vW3Qro)
Quote from: Lord Jarhead on January 15, 2009, 02:38:26 PM
Stay clear of ALL UFOs! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Let me add this in on the "PROPER WENCHING TECHNIQUES" Thanks to Kathryn (Fae) Weldon on this one. She put it all together. Besides, not all in the pictures above are Wenches by official title!
My advice is to also send a PM to Welsh Wench. She is always one in the middle of a Wenching and can give you some good advice, proper techniques etc. Tell her LJ sent you! You will find Wenchie here (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?action=profile;u=46). Look down at the bottom of the page for "Send this member a personal message" link!
Wenching Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGlV1vW3Qro)
The images where actually from the TRF as I could not find any of the pictures from last year's wenchings (there were a slew of the them, especially from Fae from Kilt Boy, but I have no idea where they all went!)
But Lord Jarhead is correct, Welsh Wenchie is a font of information, and a muse of all things beautiful and true!
Auryn. if you'd like to learn more about the wenches guild and what they stand for. go to www.wench.org. :) While WW has certainly been around a long time and could give you an idea from her own perspective, there are many who are Ladies and Pirates ..etc. that have their own way. If you DO want to become a wench look to bring out your own inner wench. Not a copy of another. That's the beauty of the sisterhood. We all respect one another's differences. :)
There are also plenty of other amusements at our faire... The Queens Men in Tights contest perhaps? Now that's a sight to behold. :)
Quote from: Anna Iram on January 15, 2009, 09:42:24 PM
Auryn. if you'd like to learn more about the wenches guild and what they stand for. go to www.wench.org. :) While WW has certainly been around a long time and could give you an idea from her own perspective, there are many who are Ladies and Pirates ..etc. that have their own way. If you DO want to become a wench look to bring out your own inner wench. Not a copy of another. That's the beauty of the sisterhood. We all respect one another's differences. :)
There are also plenty of other amusements at our faire... The Queens Men in Tights contest perhaps? Now that's a sight to behold. :)
Also good for a belly of laughs is the Wooing Contest...
Also, you're definitely going to want to check out the mudskippers. Not that this is a shameless plug or anything. Not that I AM one of the Mudskippers. No, not at all. But totally check their show out. They are manly men who are very attractive, and very funny. Once again, I am NOT one of the Mudskippers, and I am definitely NOT telling you this because I am a hopeless conceit.
Okay, I'm totally lying. But not about the many and attractive thing... that's all truth.
Yes, of course! Also known as The Men in Mud. ;D ;D
I would like to add. That though I have never been on the patron side of BARF, being on cast I have seen that one of the things that patrons, and even myself if the King makes an appearance allowing us to meander on over with him, loves the most is the Special Events tents. There are different events each weekend and as such obviously different things cater to difference likes and dislikes. The two that I have never seen empty nor disliked are during the weekends of "Wine" and of "Chocolate". The Special Events tent during those weekends seems to be a favorite of both the cast and guests!
~Vincente
Yours Truly can be Near-imposible to miss, especially if there is something you want from Faire that no one else seems to have. I cam usually be found in the Children's realm, though I do try to get a good walk of the Faire grounds. Kisy look for a Really tall fellow with colored foil hanging form his belt, and usually a plethora of tin roses in the hat.
Yeah, Shameless plug. ;)
thanks everyone for all the great input and being so kind.
I am super excited.
I cant wait for February to roll around.