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About Dragon’s Laire<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Join Us In-Person & Online<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Getting Started in the SCA<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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About the Barony of Dragon\u2019s Laire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Barony of Dragon\u2019s Laire is a branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA)<\/a>, a not-for-profit organization that studies the history and culture of the ancient and medieval world by recreating it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Lands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our branch is composed of Kitsap County and northern Mason County in Washington state, USA. We are also sponsoring the new Canton of Misty Ridge — think of this like an extended branch of our Barony — in Jefferson and Clallam Counties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Approximate map of the Barony and Canton<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Barony is part of the Kingdom of An Tir<\/a>, which covers the Northwest U.S. and parts of Western Canada. Our barony is well known in the community for our annual June Faire<\/a>, also known (to the modern public) as the Kitsap Medieval Faire<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are interested in the SCA but don’t live in our Barony, find a branch near you using the SCA Web site<\/a>. The SCA has branches all over the USA and Canada — as well as many parts of Europe, Australia, and Asia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Populace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our members come from a wide variety of backgrounds, interests and ages. We share an interest in the history of the world prior to the 17th century. We pursue that interest by studying and re-creating the combat techniques, arts and crafts, dress, and culture of the period. This study starts in the library (or classroom) and moves quickly to the forge, needle and tourney field for a real hands-on approach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The heraldic arms of the Barony of Dragon’s Laire<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Think of the SCA as the “modern middle ages” — just the good parts. There are no feudal serfs, no slaves, and no beggars. Every single participant is considered to be nobility<\/em>: “my lord,” “my lady,” “good gentle.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, there are parts of the modern world that remain essential. One example is modern medical devices (orthotic shoes, eyeglasses, wheelchairs, medication pumps, etc.). People should use whatever they need to be healthy and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Members of the SCA strive to act in accordance with the chivalric virtues of honor and service and to provide a safe, respectful environment for all participants. The SCA expressly prohibits harassment and bullying of all individuals and groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visit with Dragon\u2019s Laire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join Us in Person!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The populace badge used by the people in Dragon’s Laire<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Barony of Dragon\u2019s Laire hosts a gathering almost every Tuesday to enjoy each other\u2019s company and SCA-related activities. Newcomers are welcome! No special clothing or equipment is needed, and you don’t need to be an official SCA member. Just show up! Follow this link to learn more about our weekly meetings.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have questions before your visit or you would like to confirm that we\u2019ll be getting together on a particular day, please contact the Chatelaine<\/a> — the “official greeter” for new people!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Annual Newcomers’ Night<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Did you have fun at the Kitsap Medieval Faire? Do you now feel the need to swing a sword or paint a beautiful scroll? Newcomers Night is a special event we hold in June, every year after the Kitsap Medieval Faire. We of the Barony of Dragon\u2019s Laire always look forward to it! It\u2019s a sudden influx of potential new friends who share our interests and always have just as much to offer us as we have to offer them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After Newcomer’s Night, keep an eye on our News feed<\/a>. We usually plan a series of newcomer-friendly classes at our Tuesday night socials in July \/ August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newcomers’ Night 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Barony of Dragon’s Laire looks forward to seeing you at Newcomers Night:
Date and Time:<\/strong> June 23, 2026, 6:30-8pm
Place: <\/strong>VFW Post 4992, 9981 Central Valley Rd NE, Bremerton, WA 98311<\/p>\n\n\n\n