William Brand

It's our pleasure!

Utah Pirate Invasion in August of 2018 at Fort Buenaventura.

I should never be given a microphone and 900 people to control.

I've heard for and against arguments for the diamond shelter, so I'm not convinced it's a period tent, thought it has the pragmatism of the age.

I'm not sure what I mean now. I better chart it.

I remember when this debuted! Brought back memories.

I've used Red Hawk Trading Company. http://www.redhawktrading.com/products.html I used them for several reasons. People bragged on the rugged construction, and they aren't wrong. The tents are very well made. Also, they were within driving distance, so no shipping costs. Also...they were an odd size, because a custom order had fallen through so we bought two of them for a reduced price. I can't say enough good about them. That said, while my tent is a simple wedge, it isn't period. Close, but not period. It's hard to find close tents, but there are more period ones out there in terms of cut and materials.

I didn't until Stynky pointed it out. Now I hear it even when I'm not online.

I will pick it clean for information!

Lots and lots of charity events and Firefly shindigs for me.

Wow. There are a number of people I would not have remembered if not for this. Plus a number of people that we've lost. Raise a glass!

YAY! Thank you.

This is a compilation of the many suggestion. I think this list hits most of the suggestions. Feel free to add it to the first post as an update. The list has some redundancy, but the main talking points are listed alphabetically. After Hours - After hour camping and activities on site and local places, bars, restaurants, etc. Activities/entertainment - The overall event program and the variety of activities both private & public Animals - Allowing certain service animals, presentation animals, livestock, etc. Battles - Black powder, live steel, cannons, skirmishes, boarding actions, etc. Boats - Small boats and tall ship with tours, battles and travel options Campfires & cooking - 'Fire' for cooking, conversation, atmosphere, etc. Also, firewood Camping - Space for pitching a tent with grass, trees for hammocks, period lodging, etc. Charity & conservation - The chance to help charity groups and site preservation Company/People - Friends, knowing other attendees, crews, etc. Cost - All things effecting cost, i.e. travel expenses, fees, lodging, food. etc. Drinking - On site drinking/vendors and/or after hours drinking for volunteers Event Information - Accurate portrays of costs, event details, directions, dates, etc. Food - Good food vendor options , variety and proximity to cafes and restaurants Historic draws - The venue itself and local sites, tours and museums Hospitality - How the event organizers and public treat attendees, volunteers and performers Inclusion - Friendly acceptance of new and old attendees and no drama Location - The overall backdrop of the venue, such as historic forts, beaches, trees, parks, open water, etc. Lodging - In addition to camping...the proximity of good hotels. motels, RV camps, and other options Music - Live performances, spontaneous music, full bands, individual performers, etc. Parking - Adequate parking provided for attendees, performers and volunteers traveling from near and far Payment - Always a nice option to be paid, be it in food, fuel, lodging or other amenities Presentation - Immersive historical settings or high level thematic events Safety - Strong adherence to safe shooting, cannon demos, fighting, boating, etc. Toilets & Showers - Basic restroom and cleaning facilities provided Transportation - Proximity to airports, bus stations, trains, carpooling, etc. Vendors - A good variety of vendors pertaining to the theme be it historic or stylized Water - Provided hydration options, and where necessary, shade and shelter options Weapons - The ability to carry a wide variety of blackpowder weapons, blades, etc. And...no drama


I can appreciate this thread on too many levels.

Example: C. Fahey Capper & Knitter "Maker of the finest quality 17th and 18th century knit caps" https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082664684648

How to use Discord for Chat Our Discord channel is a wonderful resource for asking and answering questions in real time. I recommend downloading the ap to your device of choice, but a perusal computer is highly recommended. There are two parts to the channel. ‘Written’ is for text communications, pictures and video, and can be seen even when using ‘Parlay’. ‘Parlay’ is a voice option, where participants can listen and/or speak to one another. When using ‘Parlay’ we recommend getting a good pair of headphones with a microphone and setting your voice and video settings to ‘Push to Talk’. This costs out background noise, feedback and overlap of sounds/voices. Drop into Discord at anytime for help with settings. We’re not always on, but someone is usually there. For more information, check out this helpful page... https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360045138571-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Discord

https://www.facebook.com/blackhandtradingco "The Black Hand Trading Company is a collaboration of several craftsmen who create unique pirate and nautical items. Many of the items are one-of-a-kind, so if you are fortunate enough to own one of these Black Hand creations you have something no one else in the world has. Blank Hand products range from historically accurate reproductions to embellished items celebrating the legend and lore of piracy. Whether you are looking for something factual or fanciful, Black Hand Trading Company has something for you. The Black Hand craftsmen specialize in making items that have the appearance of age. We cater to hardy individuals who want their gear to look broken-in, weathered and worn. Many Black Hand products look like they have a history and a story to tell. We hope our products will help you explain history or make your own."

A hearty welcome to all of our new members on account! Introduce yourself here and send us questions as you have them.

Welcome aboard!

Welcome aboard!

We should add http://www.goosebay-workshops.com

February 11 - Captain Croc, aka Krok, was one of the pirates known as a Seabeggar. He's remembered for cutting off the nose and ears of a priest before murdering him cruelly. The prince of Orange had him arrested and beheaded on this day in 1573. William Funell was Dampier’s steward and was promoted to the position of midshipsman aboard the 200-ton St. George in 1703 (others had it Funell was sailing master). Funell was involved in a privateering expedition during the War of Succession, but attacking French vessels was a delicate question at the time. St. George was joined by Cinque Ports, and this was the voyage where Alexander Selkirk decided to stay behind at Juan Fernández Island. Funell helped attack a well-armed 400-ton French vessel, “fought broadside and broadside for more than six hours”, but St. George took heavy casualties, with nine men killed and many badly wounded. Funell supported a mutiny led by Edward Morgan and set off in a prize brigantine on this day in 1705. “If I spoke a word they would dash my brains out,” said Dampier. Funell arrived in patria eighteen months earlier (August 1706) than Dampier did, after having been jailed in Ambon (in the Dutch Moluccas) for four months. Funell was thought to be clever in imitating Dampier’s successes with his own journals and chose to write his own 'A Voyage Round the World', published by Knapton, London, in 1707, which book was denounced by Dampier as a “chimerical relation”. Most of Funell's charges in his writings against Dampier were unproven and fueled in part by malice and self-preservation.

Aye, big shoes to fill. I'm glad you're at the head of this!

Illegibly...?