The Pennsic War

11/18/2025

The entire Pennsic staff would like to thank the Gunner crew for their service and dedication over the years helping to keep the Dream and the Magic of Pennsic alive.

This is not an announcement I enjoy making but sometimes change is unpleasant.

We are implementing a rule change which will include explosives under the prohibited items in the General Rules. This will preclude the use of the canon(s) on Main Battlefield.

The matter has been a running source of issues for almost a decade and it was discussed at length during the November senior staff meeting. All sides of the argument were examined. Many, if not most of us enjoy the canon, and will miss the flavor it brought to the battlefield. Yet, the decision was unanimous. The downsides weighed in favor of this change. The main issue remains the continued negative effects on the health and well being of an unknown number of attendees, including but not limited to PTSD sufferers. CAWS (Cannon Alert Warning System) warns those who may be affected and who signed up, ahead of time but it doesn’t avoid it. Many have no warning.

We sincerely regret any grief this may cause.

Yours in Service,
Oscar Goerijs Goriszoon, Pennsic Mayor 53

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11/16/2025

Greetings and Salutations unto all!

It is my pleasure, privilige and honor to introduce myself as your Mayor for Pennsic 53. Here is the short version of my CV: Pennsic 34 was my first SCA event and I knew nothing and no one. Found my way into the gameside and helped out with various Reigns in the East. Ten years ago I asked a staff member: “What is Pennsic Staff like?” and I have been a member ever since. Spent a few years in the Watch tent and in short order ended up in Technical Services, eventually leading the department. And now here I am. It is my full intention to be “reachable” for all. I’ll have office hours from 9-11 every day, come to the Watch and they will direct you. And on nice days I just may be on a bench out in front of the watch.

For Senior Staff one Pennsic runs directly into the other. Last weekend we had the first meeting with this year’s team and I cannot express enough gratitude for their professionalism and dedication to the cause. I am confident we are going to have a great Pennsic!

After last year’s false start, the Registration Building is now becoming a reality. The picture below shows the framing of the structure in progress. We will post updates on this and any other matters of interest as information becomes available.

Yours in Service to the Dream,
Baron Oscar Goerijs Goriszoon, OP known as Oscar.

10/16/2025

It is with heavy heart that we share another loss in the Pennsic Community.

Master John Lyttleton was a beloved and longterm member and partner of Pennsic staff over the course of decades. Most recently he was the artist behind the so many of the illuminations on the large Pennsic maps displayed at The Watch.

He had a way of making everyone he knew feel truly special to him and he will be deeply and dearly missed.

-Pennsic Staff

Church services for Ken will be held Sunday, October 19th at 1 PM at Church of the Messiah (241 North Main Street, Winter Garden 34787)

A Celebration of Life focused on sharing stories and his favorite songs will follow that evening for those unable to attend the church service. Exact time and location will be updated once we have verified with the host tomorrow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either
Church of the Messiah online www.churchofthemessiah.com

or the Gulf Wars Performing Arts stage for the SCA https://www.paypal.com/pool/9j2bplobqx?sr=ancrrsd

10/14/2025

To the Populace of Pennsic……

It is with heavy heart that I bring tidings of the passing of Tony Miller, whom most of us knew as the Coopers Lake electrician. Over the years many on staff got to know Tony and work with him. He helped us out more than once and was always ready to tell a story or a joke. 5 trees will be planted in his memory on our behalf.

Rest in Peace Tony, you will be missed.

Oscar, Mayor Pennsic 53

Arrangements can be found here: https://www.hahnfhandcremationservices.com/obituary/AntonTony-Miller

09/01/2025

It is time to review the Pennsic Pile!

We have midi files and sheet music [https://tinyurl.com/PennsicPileRevsions] to jog your memory if needed.

Reach out to the Pennsic Pile Coordinator Master Albercht Catsprey ( cofrin) or to the Dean of European Dance Magistra Sonya Flicker ( gross) for more information!

Hope yur Town Run finds you safe and successful!

08/11/2025

8676 people checked into Pennsic 52!

In an attempt to ensure medallions make it through the mail system this year we have purchased padded envelopes!

In total, 176 medallions have been mailed out for a total of 474 Forever stamps!

Until next year,

Tolner 1 out!

08/11/2025

We hope everyone had a safe, uneventful drive home from Pennsic 52

See you after the Long Twon Run for Pennsic 53!

08/09/2025

Look up!

08/08/2025

Good morning!

As you start to pack up, and head back to the long town run that pays for our dalliances with the dream, please stack your firewood by the road.

We hope you have safe journeys home!

08/08/2025

There are a limited number of Pennsic Event Guides still available! They are $5 each at Info Point (open 9am-6pm Friday, 9am-12pm Saturday).

Buy a copy or two to take home as a souvenir of the War!

08/08/2025

Good morning!

If you have lost an item, check with Lost and Found Point before they close at noon on Saturday.

After that, items are moved to the storage trailer, and cannot be accessed until next year.

08/07/2025

Youth Armored Combat is Seeking Breakdown Volunteers!

Tomorrow, Thursday August 7th, starting around 1pm we are seeking volunteers to help break down the youth armored combat list while the fighters are up at the Castle.

We will need help stacking some hay bales for pickup, pulling and putting away list poles and t-bars, and starting to pack gear and supplies away for the year. Any help is appreciated!