Question 1

What is the SCA?

Accepted Answer

The SCA stands for “The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.”. The short answer is that it’s a medieval recreation non-profit educational organization. The goals are to learn about and recreate day to day life in the middles ages and the pomp and circumstances of nobility, with an emphasis on pre-17th century medieval culture, and have fun while doing so!

Question 2

What is the Shire of Iron Ox?

Accepted Answer

The Shire of Iron Ox is the Jackson, MS group of the Society for Creative Anachronism. The SCA divides the Known World into regions called Kingdoms which are then divided into principalities, shires, baronies, or cantons. The Shire of Iron Ox is within the Kingdom of Gleann Abhann.

Question 3

How do I join the group?

Accepted Answer

Just show up! And keep showing up. Our weekly fighter practices are a great way to meet our members, even if you aren't interested in fighting. Many people come just to hang out, watch, or work on projects.

Question 4

I don’t live in Jackson. Are there any other groups I can join?

Accepted Answer

YES! The Society for Creative Anachronism is a worldwide organization! Visit the official SCA website to find your local group!

Question 5

Does it cost money?

Accepted Answer

There is no cost to attend and participate in Sunday fighter practices. Many of our art and science classes are free as well. If there is ever a cost for an event, we will post the fee on the event listing on Facebook. The SCA does have an official membership fee, but you don't need to be a paying member to be part of the SCA.

Question 6

Do I have to dress up to attend?

Accepted Answer

There is no requirement to dress up for practice events or our art & science events. However, if you want to attend larger events such as a War Melee, Gulf Wars, or other kingdom wide event, an attempt at period clothing is highly recommended.

Question 7

Where is Sunday fighters practice?

Accepted Answer

Usually at Bright Park in Pearl, MS. Sometimes if the pavilion is already in use, we move to Jenkins Park in Pearl. We will post on Facebook if there is a change of location, but it will be a last minute change so please keep an eye out.

Question 8

What time is Sunday fighters practice?

Accepted Answer

As of September 7, 2025: Practice will be Sundays at 2pm to 4pm

Question 9

I want to fight! How do I start?

Accepted Answer

We have adult loaner gear available to use during the Sunday fighters practices. Feel free to come out to any practice and we'll get you started! When you're ready to purchase your own gear, we'll direct you to our favorite shops or we can show you how to make your own.

Question 10

Are there any other practice days?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on Tuesday nights from 6pm to 8pm there is another practice located at 850 Center City Dr in Pearl in the summer or the Pearl Tennis and Pickleball courts in the winter. However loaner gear is not available to use!

Question 11

Do you offer art and science events?

Accepted Answer

We try to have an art and science event once a month when possible. Visit our Facebook page to stay up to date on all events!

Question 12

Do you offer target archery? Or combat archery?

Accepted Answer

At this time we do not host formal practice for either target or combat archery.

Question 13

What and when is the business meeting?

Accepted Answer

We gather at Dogmud on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm to discuss things that happened during the month and make plans for upcoming events.

Question 14

I have another question..

Accepted Answer

Please email our social media officers and we can either answer you directly or we will pass your question along to someone with more knowledge. Our email:  ironox.socialmedia@gleannabhann.net

Shire of Iron Ox

⠀ Located in Jackson, Mississippi ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Kingdom of Gleann Abhann ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ironox.socialmedia@gleannabhann.net

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