Lady Elaina Posted November 3, 2003 Share Posted November 3, 2003 Just wondering if anyone is going to the Drake Raid in St. Augustine in 2004... or maybe have been to it before. Just trying to get more info about it. Any thoughts? Gabriella Elaina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 When is it, Elaina? First Mate Jan and I went to St. Augustine last May, and really loved the place. Besides, we have a lot of leftover Renaissance garb from our SCA days! Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 When is it? Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Elaina Posted November 29, 2003 Author Share Posted November 29, 2003 It says on the Events sections of No Quarter Given.. I believe that it said June.. they have more then one but the Drake Raid I have heard allot about.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted November 29, 2003 Share Posted November 29, 2003 Thanks, Elaina, I'll check that out. Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 2, 2003 Share Posted December 2, 2003 It's generally the first weekend of June, if it happens. I've been trying to get down to it for the last couple of years and there have been problems. First, they stopped the fight through the streets of the Old Town. (this was happening about the time that the chamber of commerce was trying to get rid of the street performers) Of course it was listed as a budget problem. It was cancelled completely 2 years ago. Then it was limited to a camp up at the Fountain of Youth site. The old idea of actually hauling the cannons across the sand spit and then a fight through the streets of the town seems to be fading. I hope they do get their act together and make a go of it this year. If they do, I'll definitely be there. Be warned, though, it is an event for re-enactors, not a faire type event. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted December 3, 2003 Share Posted December 3, 2003 Sorry to hear that the event's runnin' on shoals. We like both fun/faire events AND strict reenactments; you just have to approach both with the right frame of mind. Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Elaina Posted December 9, 2003 Author Share Posted December 9, 2003 Sounds good to me.. I just got back from Key West and I played a historical figure as close as possible. She follows in the same time period as the Drake raid. (She was alive during Elizabeth's era) I hope they go through with it.. I am free that weekend. Gabrielle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Sam Posted December 16, 2003 Share Posted December 16, 2003 Don't forget Searle's Raid in St. Augustine on the 27th of March. I will be trying to join in the organization of the event, or at least keep this board apprised of changes. Cheers from St. Aug. Anyone else on this board live in these parts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 16, 2003 Share Posted December 16, 2003 Ahoy Sam What is Searle's raid? That be a new one t' me. Have ye heard aught of Drake's Raid? Not from that area, but been there a few times. I know a number of folks in that area, though- Rich Lanni, Brad Spear (he moved, I know) and some of the Men of Menedez. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascabel Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Don't forget Searle's Raid in St. Augustine on the 27th of March. I will be trying to join in the organization of the event, or at least keep this board apprised of changes. Cheers from St. Aug. Anyone else on this board live in these parts? Ahoy, Sam... Me and me shipmates stayed at yer fine establishment, "The Pirate Haus" a couple of years back whe we did Searle's Raid. >>>>> Cascabel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 What be the "Pirate Haus", Cascabel and Bald Sam? I'm very interested in everything in St. Augustine. We went there last year and hope to be able to visit again, preferably next year. Please keep us posted about Searle's Raid, Drake's Raid, and anything that goes on in those faire waters! Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Talked to an old associate and got directed to the following web site http://home.cfl.rr.com/rupertsdrakes/index.html It has the rules, standards, and warning orders for Searle's Raid, and a date for Drake's Raid. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 OK; so, Menendez' Birthday celebration is the last weekend in February; Searle's Raid is March 27; and Drake's Raid is June 5. I hope to be able to get to at least one of them! Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Elaina Posted December 18, 2003 Author Share Posted December 18, 2003 Will you be in it or just attend ????? gabrielle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Elaina Posted December 18, 2003 Author Share Posted December 18, 2003 Btw... Helloooo Cascabel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had a great time in PIP!!!!! You will be there next year right??????????? Gabrielle aka Pirate Princess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted December 18, 2003 Share Posted December 18, 2003 I don't belong to any organized piratical or nautical groups, so I'd say that I'm planning to just attend. Of course, if'n we go, we'll be there in garb. :) Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascabel Posted December 19, 2003 Share Posted December 19, 2003 Btw... Helloooo Cascabel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had a great time in PIP!!!!! You will be there next year right??????????? Gabrielle aka Pirate Princess Ahoy back to ye, M'lady.... Enjoyed meeting you at PiP. Sorry I didn't have more time to talk with you. I stayed pretty busy. I'll surely be back next year, as I'm part of the regular cast. Hope to see ya there !!!! >>>>>> Cascabel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Elaina Posted December 19, 2003 Author Share Posted December 19, 2003 Yes Cascabel I have already confirmed with PIP that I will be back. I am working on the sketches for me dresses as we speak. I may run into at times.. I have been invited to do other events. If I do the Drake thing I will just be in garb. I will also only go during the Drake Raid and not the other one. Hope to see some of you there!!! Gabrielle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 19, 2003 Share Posted December 19, 2003 Lady Elaina I'm hoping to be at Drake's Raid. If I do go, I shall definitely be with the combatants and camped at the Fountain of Youth park. Nice thing about southern events is I don't need to take a tent. Small square of silcloth packs much better for airline travel. Cascabel Great to meet you at PiP. Sorry we couldn't stay longer. Not sure if we'll go next year, may go to Fantasy Fest instead. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redvipers Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Don't forget Searle's Raid in St. Augustine on the 27th of March. I will be trying to join in the organization of the event, or at least keep this board apprised of changes. Cheers from St. Aug. Anyone else on this board live in these parts? I live in St. Augustine, Sam, But then you already know that.....lol Stop by Beef O'Brady's (at the beach) any Wednesday about 4pm (except Dec 24, they close at 4)and we will chat and I'll give you a copy of my "Falcon's Revenge." Fair Winds Joe O'Steen Joseph L. O'Steen, Nautical Author Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Redvipers, ye are also on the Hornblower list, are ye not? Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redvipers Posted December 21, 2003 Share Posted December 21, 2003 Redvipers, ye are also on the Hornblower list, are ye not?Capt. William Aye, sir, Captain William, that I am. I have not visited there as much as I would like of late. I missed the initial showing of "Duty" but caught most of it last night on A&E and enjoyed it very much. I am eagerly waiting for M&C to come out on DVD as there was so much action on the screen at the movies that I could not catch near as much as I wanted. Fair Winds Captain Viper (Joe O'Steen) Joseph L. O'Steen, Nautical Author Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Sam Posted December 23, 2003 Share Posted December 23, 2003 Will stop by O'brady's when I get the chance, hopefully this wednesday. The Pirate Haus Inn and Hostel is a pirate themed lodging in the heart of St. Augustine (1 block from the Plaza). We just hosted the Jefferson Long Rifles for the Nightwatch, and they've booked the entire place for next year. (We've only got 6 rooms plus two dorm rooms for backpackers)...that way we can party into the wee hours without fear of annoying anyone. We're the most affordable place in the area and great for kids and groups because most of our rooms have one or two sets of bunkbeds plus a bigger bed. In keeping with the theme of me 'ship' that's run aground, I'm trying to get more into re-enacting, not for history's sake, but for the fun of it, something like Cascabel's done. I don't think I'll go out and spend a fortune on clothes and such (though to participate in some of these things I guess I'll have to acquire some items!) I like dressing up for the kids who come to stay... If any of you are inclined to visit St. Aug, please stop on in...even if you don't stay here , but we've got loads of other amenities (and a wee bit of rum....).... cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 I spoke to one of the organisers of Drake's Raid, last night. I had some concerns because of the requirements of a Black Powder Certification. We have no such thing up here in CT, no license nor nuthin' needed. Turns out that it is indeed a safety issue, but that you don't need an NPS or other official ticket to play. You will, however, be put through a safety check of yourself and your weapon. They have legitimate concerns with the battle being so close to the public. This was a definite concern to me, since I'm not going to fly to Florida with all my kit and weapons, and then not be able to be part of the battle. So it looks like June will be on, black powder smoke and flashing steel. Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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