The season has officially started!!

[Marietta Graziella]

Well friends, we were out to the grounds yesterday cleaning at the Willing Soles booth. We took a slow drive (on the roads only!) (OK, there was that one part we did go off the road but there were other tire tracks there and we avoided yucky sloppy muddy goop) around the grounds and things are looking a little worn after a difficult year, weather wise. It is hopeful that folks will be able to get out and do a bit of sprucing up to their shops.

The pirate ship is standing in it's original location. The special events area is gone completely-dug up. The road behind our booth is a muddy mess and will be difficult to pass until it dries out. There is no longer an entrance to that upper parking pit although the lower pit looked tidy and ready for cars. The Glade (old parking area with the big trees) is still being used for horses (I think) and they moved lots of handicapped parking to closer to the front gate (which looks in desperate need of a fresh coating of paint). The Wild West food court has not been altered and Bad Manor looks more akin to the Haunted Mansion than the grandest home in the village.  A visual check over our friend's shops did not show any particular or intentional damage although the one down from us is still filled with small animal (pet??) excremement.

The Fest Friends Glade is looking even more amazing this year. Can't wait to see it all decked out. You all do fantastic work!

More work to be done next weekend. If anyone wants us to do a quick check on their booth, please ask and we'll wander over and give it a peak for you.
See you all very soon!

[Castle Canine Creations]

Greetings,

   We have bought Booth 343 after renting there the last 3 years and if you wander by we would love to hear how she's doing. Also, how are the mosquitos this year? My wife said she was nearly carried away last year. We are very excited for the festival to begin as we think this year will really be great and I hope you have an awesome season as well.

[Gauwyn of Bracknell]

Will there still be some parking in the trees by the horses (Charlies grove). We usually park there, good place to take a break.

[Kiss-me-Kate]

Will there still be some parking in the trees by the horses (Charlies grove). We usually park there, good place to take a break.

No idea, my dear.  It would totally be up to Fest Management.  Hope so!  that is a very nice area.  We used to host our breakfasts there until we all got jobs.   

[Marietta Graziella]

Greetings,

   We have bought Booth 343 after renting there the last 3 years and if you wander by we would love to hear how she's doing. Also, how are the mosquitos this year? My wife said she was nearly carried away last year. We are very excited for the festival to begin as we think this year will really be great and I hope you have an awesome season as well.

I'll be happy to give your booth the once over when I'm out next time.  Can you please tell me where booth 343 is located?  I'm terrible with the booth numbers and since I don't own a dog I'm afraid I am unfamilliar with your shop.

As for mosquitos... well, I didn't really notice any last weekend but we were all so covered in sweat that the little buggers probably couldn't get a good enough hold to drink from any of us.  LOL

[Kiss-me-Kate]

As for mosquitos... well, I didn't really notice any last weekend but we were all so covered in sweat that the little buggers probably couldn't get a good enough hold to drink from any of us.  LOL

That is true, the only bugs we encountered were two stubborn hornets hunting for their nest that Dreggy destroyed.   Plus we get a nice cross breeze in our shop that helps keep bugs out.   

[Castle Canine Creations]

We are located near the children's realm and the treetop stage. We also sell Celtic Handfasting cords since you don't have a doggie.  Hope the weather isn't too bad, we have had 19 straight days over 100 here in Texas. Ouch. Thanks, and have a great day.

[mystycbob]

Thanks for the update MG!!

[Ms Trish]

Greetings,

   We have bought Booth 343 after renting there the last 3 years and if you wander by we would love to hear how she's doing. Also, how are the mosquitos this year? My wife said she was nearly carried away last year. We are very excited for the festival to begin as we think this year will really be great and I hope you have an awesome season as well.

Booth 343 is standing! Looks good to me minus the normal fall/winter debris. I did step inside your tarps and don't see any signs of vandalism!

[Castle Canine Creations]

Thanks for checking my wife is anxious to leave our 100+ degree heat I just wish I could come up. She has some plans for the building but most of them will be for next year. Have a great day.

[Leyla]

...The pirate ship is standing in it's original location. The special events area is gone completely-dug up. ..

Any idea where they're going to be holding the special events if that area is gone? From their website it looks like they still plan on having the events that were held back there (BBQ, Pet fest, highland games etc). Can't imagine some of those events moving into the regular grounds area.

[Will Gamwell]

Wait what?!  It already started?  Where's my costume, where's my mug!!! 

[Marietta Graziella]

Wait what?!  It already started?  Where's my costume, where's my mug!!! 

Focus Will Scarlet!  There is pillaging to be done!   

[Will Gamwell]

*smirks*  Well my dear Marietta, there is always pillaging to be done.  There is no on or off season for that!  I am Scandinavian.  . . . don'cha know!

*ahem*  I mean Saxon!  I'm a full blooded Saxon. . .

[tcindie]

...The pirate ship is standing in it's original location. The special events area is gone completely-dug up. ..

Any idea where they're going to be holding the special events if that area is gone? From their website it looks like they still plan on having the events that were held back there (BBQ, Pet fest, highland games etc). Can't imagine some of those events moving into the regular grounds area.

It will be interesting to see what will be where and what all has changed. Apparently first aid is moving up by B gate since the ambulances can't get up the road to its previous location anymore.  The nice thing about that change is it gives joust a nice place to land with their horses and trailers -- apparently they're going to be housed where first aid was.  I'm curious to see what else will be different. This week can't go quick enough, I'm itching to get out there and get my tent set up and take my first stroll around grounds on Saturday.