GWW Great Western War

GWW Great Western War Welcome to The Official FB Page for GWW - Kingdom of Caid, SCA There is still time

See our website for more details: gww.sca-caid.org

GWW - Great Western War - SCA, Kingdom of Caid
* October 4-10, 2022 *
Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area, 13601 Ironbark Rd, Taft, CA 93268

Join us for our Major SCA war in Caid (Southern CA) for Fighting, Arts and Sciences, Shopping, and tons of Fun!

11/05/2025

IMPORTANT A&S UPDATE:
The A&S calendar was totally recreated about a half hour ago. There was a translation issue between the A&S steward and me. I am still updating some descriptions and adding in some of the “Outside A&S” classes. My most sincere apologies to all teachers and artisans. It’s a new process. If you see any additional issues, please DM me (Iseabail Lane) so I can correct them.
~Ish

11/04/2025

Gatebook Update: The Thrown Weapons schedule has been corrected.

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SHHH! It's a secret!If you're going to Great Western War next week, and need help in finding the site you can simply typ...
11/04/2025

SHHH! It's a secret!

If you're going to Great Western War next week, and need help in finding the site you can simply type "Great Western War" in your Google Maps as a destination, and it will take you straight to the GWW gate - no fuss or muss with trying to get through the Park Gate!

*NOTE: This only works on Google Maps*

A very special thank you to Dame Eilidh Swann (Cat Ellen) who programmed this in several years ago!!

Due to change of park enforcement this year, we MUST keep vehicles off the grass for an extended amount of time. Unload ...
11/03/2025

Due to change of park enforcement this year, we MUST keep vehicles off the grass for an extended amount of time.
Unload your vehicle, go park, and come back and set up to avoid tickets.

We understand this is different from previous years and we are working to resolve this issue for next year.

In the meantime, please limit being parked on the grass to as little time as possible.

Thank you for your understanding

GWW Staff

Common Questions Asked

🤚🏼If my camp is over a dirt lot, do I still have to move my vehicle right away?

The answer is yes. If it’s camp land or designated public space land, it should be treated as grass. We want to be good tenants of the park and not push boundaries of the rules. We have been told that if it’s not a designated parking LOT, vehicles are not allowed to be on the grass for an extended amount of time.

🤚🏼What does extended amount of time mean?

Let’s put it this way👉🏽 when you find your camp, unload immediately then immediately go park your car.
Anything beyond that is extended.

🤚🏼What exactly does vehicle mean?

If you have a shepard’s wagon, vardo, or you are volunteering for motor pool and are parking a golf cart, those are fine.
Vehicles that should NOT be on the grass for a long period of time are cars, trucks, trailers, SUVs, etc.

For specifics on wagons, please visit our gatebook.

It's almost time for War, and the Great Western Gate Staff can't wait to welcome you home! A very special thank you to t...
11/03/2025

It's almost time for War, and the Great Western Gate Staff can't wait to welcome you home! A very special thank you to the lovely Lady Kara ( Christie Weber ) for once again graciously gifting the War this beautiful site map! Be sure to check it out when you arrive on site!

What do you get when a Knight and two Queens grab a shovel and some buckets?Ankle Support! Gopher Holes are being elimin...
11/03/2025

What do you get when a Knight and two Queens grab a shovel and some buckets?

Ankle Support!

Gopher Holes are being eliminated one by one!

How will you volunteer?!

The Ivolunteer site is still open!

gww.ivolunteer.com

You can also check HQ for volunteer spots 👌🏼

11/03/2025

More updates to the gatebook:
- a live table of contents
- updated gate hours for Saturday - 8am-4pm
- an new map!
As always, please send corrections and/or suggestions to [email protected]

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11/03/2025

A new version of the Gatebook has been uploaded. My most sincere apologies to Their Highnesses Zhigmun’ Czypsser & Lia le Citolur for getting Their picture wrong. That has been corrected. Also there is NO gathering of sand from the beach to fill holes. A pile of dirt is across the road and buckets and shovels may be had at HQ. Lastly, the entire archery schedule has been updated both in the Gatebook and on the calendar. All calendars should be fully updated now. Thank you for you patience while we try out this "live gatebook" concept.
Most sincerely,
Ish
GWW Co-steward

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11/02/2025

Are you ready for Great Western War!?

The set up crew has begun making this experience one to remember! 🥾

Huge thank you to the volunteers that make magic happen behind the scenes 🙌

Stay tuned for updates this week for updates👂🏽

Have you seen our website?
It has tons of information about the event!
Take a look 👀

https://places.sca-caid.org/gww/

Hear Ye, Hear Ye!Now that the schedules have been revealed and Great Western War draws nigh, we call upon all good gentl...
11/01/2025

Hear Ye, Hear Ye!

Now that the schedules have been revealed and Great Western War draws nigh, we call upon all good gentles to join in our grand volunteer muster!

Lend thy hands and heart in service to the War by signing thy name at:
👉 www.gww.ivolunteer.com

Those who volunteer shall earn tickets towards prize opportunities!
• 1 ticket shall be granted for each hour of service.
• 3x tickets shall be granted for the hours of midnight to dawn (12am–6am), as well as for tasks in production, privy, and trash duty.

Do thy part for the glory of the realm — enlist today and serve with honor!

Contact Panchali Mahadeviyar with any questions.

YiS Panchali Mahadeviyar

Address

13601 Ironbark Road
Taft, CA
93268

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 8am - 12am
Saturday 12:01am - 4pm

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