Greetings!

Welcome to the Shire of Heronter, the Western-most Western New York chapter of the Kingdom of AEthelmearc in the The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., Inc., a non-profit, educational organization that re-creates the Middle Ages. The Shire of Heronter is comprised of Cattaraugus County and Chautauqua County in New York State and Warren County and McKean County in Pennsylvania.

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Get Involved with the Shire of Heronter!

Develop your own medieval persona through the recreation of the ages with the Shire of Heronter.

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Interested in attending upcoming events, learning more about the shire, or just connecting with the group? Then join our group on Facebook!

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Upcoming Events: Summer Æthelmearc Æcademy

The Shire of Heronter welcomes you to join us on June 15, 2024 for the summer session of the Æthelmearc Æcademy! The Æcademy staff, the War College, and the shire plan a day of classes, both peaceful and martial, along with food and space to just visit with each other.

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Martial Activites

With Heavy weapons, fencing, and archery, there are a plethora of martial activities available to those of all skill levels. For information on martial activities, please contact our marshals.

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Arts & Sciences

The SCA encourages individuals to recreate the middle ages and cultivate your own unique experiences. Begin cultivating your own experience through the Arts and Sciences. For more information about Arts & Sciences, please contact our A&S Minister.

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