It takes a village.

There is a long tradition  of alumni knights and alumni adult volunteers returning to the Games in service of this beloved rite of passage.   We are very grateful for the ongoing enthusiasm and support. 

Teen volunteers who where not knighted but have a connection to the Waldorf world and would like to support the Games may register as a Gentry.  All standards, expectations, and rules for the alum knights apply to Gentry.

We continue to develop the program for alum knights and gentry to have a fulfilling role at the Games.  There are age appropriate tasks for them as well as opportunities for them to take breaks and socialize with their peers.

Ask about getting your alumni necklace and bead of the year when you arrive at the Games.

 1. Alum knights & gentries must be in good standing with class work, grades, attendance, and conduct to return to the Games. Students must obtain a recommendation (on the registration from) from a teacher and representative  of Arizona Medieval Games.

2. Alumni and gentries must submit a completed application for registration form and  full payment for fee(s).  Incomplete forms or payment will not be processed. Forms and more information will be available in the fall.

3. All alum knights/gentries must be in costume from Wednesday at 2pm through Saturday at 11am.  Suggestions can be found here.  Colleen has a lending wardrobe of clothing and cloaks available for the knights/gentries.

4.  There will be a required orientation meeting with the Knights Watch and a kitchen orientation meeting with Colleen on Wednesday.  Times: TBD 

5. All alum knights/gentries must be accompanied by a paying parent/chaperone. Chaperones must stay on site through out the event and are expected to join the adult volunteers in signing up for shifts.   The alum-knights/gentries will sleep in the same area (tent or cabin) as their parent/chaperone.  

6. At the discretion of the parent/chaperone, an alum knight/gentry may have a cellphone.  All cellphones must be kept out of site of  squires.

7. Abide by the Code of Conduct

1.  Returning to the Games is a privilege.  All volunteers are expected to be role models to new attendees and squires.

2. Alum knights/gentries will sign up for block sifts and work on a variety of tasks (kitchen/service, field, etc) during their shift. Knights are required to work a minimum of 8 hours per full day.  There will be several all-hands-on-deck shifts. 

3. The Knight's Watch Volunteers  will coordinate the alum-knights/gentry work. These are specially chosen adult volunteers. 

4. From 7:00am-10:00pm the alum knights/gentries will report to the Knights' Watch.  There is a curfew from 10pm-7am during which the  alum-knight(s) must be with their chaperone unless on special assignment.

5. Alum knight/gentries may spend their off-shift time at the specially designated dining tables, at the artisan guild working on period appropriate projects, or in their quarters.  Knights may not have guests in their quarters. 

6. Alum-knights/gentries will be recognized by the Court at the opening ceremony.  All community volunteers  (knights and adults included) are offered an alumni bead necklace starting with their second year of participation at the Games. A new bead is available each year.

 Alum knights & gentries must remember at all times that they are an example to the young squires.  Modeling the virtues and conducting themselves in an upright manner is essential. 

There are a variety of tasks for knights to sign up for.  Some examples of the tasks are:

> Setting up the Court's table

> Clearing and refreshing the Court's table

> Setting up the tables for the Feast

> Food prep

> Serving at the buffet line

> Serving at the Feasting Hall

> Replenishing the water dispensers  

> Breaking down the recycling

> Assisting on the field

> Assisting with craft projects

> Photographer (must be 16 years or older)

> Etc.

The Application for registration forms and policy details will be available in the fall.

Early registration is important as spots for alumni are limited. 

Registration forms may  be sent via USPS or  email. 

arizonamedievalgames@gmail.com

 Alum knights & gentries must remember at all times that they are an example to the young squires.  Modeling the virtues and conducting themselves in an upright manner is essential. 

There are a variety of tasks for knights to sign up for.  Some examples of the tasks are:

> Setting up the Court's table

> Clearing and refreshing the Court's table

> Setting up the tables for the Feast

> Food prep

> Serving at the buffet line

> Serving at the Feasting Hall

> Replenishing the water dispensers  

> Breaking down the recycling

> Assisting on the field

> Assisting with craft projects

> Photographer (must be 16 years or older)

> Etc.

All shire guardians and knights watch volunteers must have a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.  A copy of the card must be mailed or emailed to to the Arizona Medieval Games in advance of the event.

Please visit https://www.azdps.gov/services/public-services-portal/fingerprint-clearance-card for an application and more information. 

There is a fee and processing time may anywhere from a  few weeks to several months.

Adults are encouraged to dress in costume.

There are no fashion police and we encourage everyone to be creative and cost effective when choosing their costumes.

The evenings get cold!  Please come prepared with warm layers (long sleeve shirts, leggings, and/or thermals) to wear under costumes.   

Laundry facilities are available so that costumes may be washed if need be.

 Visit the bottom of this page for suggestions.

We recommend that you pack the following...

1.  Warm layers, including to wear under costume clothing, and comfortable shoes are a must. A light rain coat is also recommended.

2. Sleeping bags, pillows, &/or linens for your chosen sleeping accommodations.

3. Towels, bath shoes, & personal bathing supplies if you would like to take advantage of the showers in the bathhouse. 

4.  One or two water bottles/cups and a coffee cups/insulated mugs.   No cups of any kind are provided.   

5.  A camp chair for relaxing. 

6. Costume(s) that you can work in if you would like.

7. Pony tail holders or clips to put your hair up if you will be working in the kitchen.

8. For our teen volunteers: homework, handwork, a book to read, art supplies, or an appropriate instrument to use during down time.

Volunteers  may choose to camp in a designated area,  bring an RV (some hook ups are available), or request a bunk bed in a rustic, dormitory style cabin. 

For the bunk bed accommodations, each guest must provide their own bedding supplies.  

There is a bathhouse with flush toilets and showers .  Handicap facilities are available.

The showers are available for adults & volunteers only; towels and personal supplies  are not provided.

To make the most of the scenic ranch and your down time between shifts, we recommend that you bring a camp chair to relax and enjoy the outdoors.    

In appreciation of your continued commitment to the Games, we  have alumni necklaces available from the second year of service on.   For each year of service, we will add a bead.  Please check in at the Knights' Watch station to ask about a necklace or this year's bead.