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Tournament of the Phoenix 2010

This awesome video produced by Wealth TV gives an insider’s view into the Tournament of the Pheonix. Stand alongside the noble knights-defenders and challengers alike! Enjoy!

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Gold Stars for Ally!

After a little bit of nervousness, the crash bang boom of the reeds and the resounding CRACK of the lance on the quintain were met with cooperation and control Continue reading

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Metallica – Training Heavy Horse

Training a heavy war horse for medieval mounted games. Even the bravest Destrier starts off as a horse like any other. The difference is a solid foundation of trust! Continue reading

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Tomorrows Destrier, Today!

Metallica, my backup mount for Siege of Glengary, has officially started her weapons training. What it takes to train a horse for the medieval equestrian games Continue reading

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Clydesdale Rides Trail! Putting the Natural in Horsemanship

Clydesdale Rides Trail! Putting the Natural in Horsemanship Yesterday was a story of turning bad happenings into good results. A bit of background: Much to both mine and Dolly’s chagrin, after spending the afternoon on Tuesday last week mowing the … Continue reading

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Le Grande Tournoi die Amitie – The Great Tournament of Friends

Le Grande Tournoi die Amitie was held in April 2009 in the Canton of Attillium, in the kingdom of Atlantia. The Tournoi featured an SCA Jousting Tournament.  Clint B. put together this great clip. Be inspired!    

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SCA Cavalry Demo- Atlantian Knights

On May 15, 2009, members of  the Lance of the Argent Bear and House de Montfort, all denizens of the fair kingdom of Atlantia, created a medieval demo for the fortunate students of Shoal Berry Intermediate School in Duncan, SC. … Continue reading

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Modern Cavalry Challenge-Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event 2009

Lexington , Kentucky is the heartbeat of America’s horse country.  Each year in April, elite riders from around the world gather at the Kentucky Horse Park to test themselves and their horses against the course at the Rolex Three-Day Event. … Continue reading

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War Horse Foal- Birth Announcement!

We are so excited to announce the birth of our newest war horse! Luna the spotted draft/ Shire mare delivered a spirited, strapping colt to welcome in April Fools Day. Both mama and baby are doing great! The colt’s sire is … Continue reading

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Ailenor’s Equestrian Practice

Our southern cousins Lady Alienor and Lord Reinmar hosted an SCA equestrian practice at their farm.  We loaded up the beasties and dragged Scott and Noel along as well.  Scott and Noel rode at Siege of Glengary when we hosted … Continue reading

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