Beyond Cupid’s Arrow: Women in Archery

February 3, 2021.Reading time 19 minutes.

As I stood on the field of competition at Sherwood Forest Faire in 2016, I grasped my bow with a sweaty palm and shook from the nerves. I had shot a few times in front of an audience previously, but no one was watching me, I faded into the background as there were plenty of […]

The Faire Traveler: stress reducing travel hacks

October 1, 2020.Reading time 15 minutes.

By Kris Johnston For both professionals on the circuit and fans who travel to attend their favorite festivals and faires, traveling can seem daunting! Not only do you have garb to pack (has anyone seen my favorite mug?), you have all the usual challenges of a trek. Travel rarely goes exactly as planned and that […]