Saxon Summer XXIII: Silk & Steel
September 18-20, 2026
5800 Park Rd, Leavittsburg, Ohio 44430
A Saxon merchant-lord has heard tales of the riches of the East — silk, spices, garnets, and steel. This summer, the Shire of Rivenvale traces the road from its western end to its eastern reaches. Each trial represents a stop along the way, from Constantinople’s golden gates to the markets of Chang’an. Where did our treasure come from? Come find out.
Join the Shire of Rivenvale for Saxon Summer XXIII: Silk & Steel. It’s a fun casual event, perfect for camping and catching up with friends, where armored combat, archery, and thrown weapons abound. Site opens at 10am Friday, and closes at noon Sunday.
Troll Hours:
Friday: 3:00pm – Dark (early arrivals are permitted, our setup hours will be 10:00am – 3:00pm)
Saturday: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Note: Alcohol is permitted on the site, in your campsite only. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and will result in eviction without refund.
Due to the primitive nature of the site, it is not handicap accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Registration:
Two Nights Camping: $20 (Paid directly to Shire)
One Night Camping: $15 (Paid directly to Shire)
Day Trip (No Camping): $10 (Paid directly to Shire)
Minor: Free, must be accompanied by an adult
Family Maximum of $40
$10 Non-Member Surcharge
Tent Camping & Merchants: Included with Registration (Merchants free)
Members must bring their card to receive the member rate.
Pre-registration is not needed for camping. Minors cannot be admitted without an adult.
Camping:
Day camps are welcome!
Day trip rate does not include camping
Ice available for $5 a bag
Above ground fires only (either on the ground or in a fire bowl, ABSOLUTELY NO DIGGING)
Event pre-registration information:
Checks may be made out to:
SCA Inc, Shire of Rivenvale
2908 Durst Clagg Rd NE, Warren OH 44481
All pre-registration checks should have a post mark date of no later than 8/30
In addition, please send a confirmation email to:
galum@housearachnid.com
Please only send 1 check for all fees!
Troll Volunteer Hours and Potluck Sides Signup sheet:
Troll — Troll SignUpGenius
Potluck — Potluck SignUpGenius
please feel free to bring additional potluck items if slots are full
Scheduled Activities
Class Sign-up GoogleDoc
Armored Combat Schedule:
Friday:
TBA, inspections and pick-ups possible
Saturday:
9am – Inspections, pick-ups, and authorizations
10am – The Silk Road Begins
Six combat scenarios trace the Silk Road from West to East. Each scenario features unique combat conditions and rules.
3pm – Dog Ball *if attendance and interest allows
*There is space for a limited engagement woods battle, should there be interest
Target Archery
Loaner gear will be available.
Thrown Weapons
Schedule TBD.
Sunday:
Regional fighter practice
Singles, training, melee scenarios
‘Till they tell us to go home
Food
Bring your own lunch!
Additional details coming soon.
Merchants
There is plenty of room for outdoor booths. We do NOT charge any merchant fees! You pay only what everyone else pays for entrance to the event. Sorry but we cannot provide tables, etc. at this site. There is also no water/electric. You will need to provide your own complete setups. You must R.S.V.P by contacting the Event Steward with your needed land size requirement.
Site Conditions
This is a totally outdoor site. While there are no stairs to traverse, there are also limited roads/paths. All activities are in a field which may be rough terrain and the conditions will vary with the weather. Due to the primitive nature of the site, it is not handicap accessible. Ice available for sale on site, $5 per bag.
Site Rules
Above ground fires only, no digging. Alcohol is permitted on the site, in your campsite only.
Staff:
Event Steward: Lord Galum Talagach mucoi Drusten (mka. Robert St. John) (850) 339 – 5055
Feast Steward: Argyle of the Wayward (mka. David Bernard)
A&S Class Coordinator: Honorable Lady Katherine Coscombe (mka. Katherine Garlick)
Armored Combat: Lord Galum Talagach mucoi Drusten (mka. Robert St. John) (850) 339 – 5055
Target Archery: Baron William Boge Walker (mka. Bill Moore)
Thrown Weapons: Baroness Anastasie DeLamoure (Samantha Moore)