Academia Draconis 4: The Caverns of Fate

Together, we have faced many terrible foes and vanquished all of them. Although these victories have not come without cost. Over the past few years we have lost many good people to battles both large and small. Our family has been taken from us by beasts and burdens alike. Many of them have been taken before their time. By chance I have come upon a secret known to no man. I have been gifted with what I believe is the location of a passage between this world and the next. Deep beneath the mountains of Dreiburgen where not even fear dares to trespass. This spring I will lead an expedition to find this portal and attempt to reach out to those lost souls and aid them in finding their final destinations. I ask that anyone who is clear of conscious and strong of will to join me, for this will be no fools errand. Some say that this is a journey into madness, while the possibility exists that we may not return.

Fighters, come sharpen your skills at this Collegium of War. No matter what Barony, Shire, or Canton you hail from, we are Caid. It is now time to rally together and fight for one cause. It is time to defend the Kingdom again!

Academia Draconis is a multi-day camping event designed to provide practical training on the battlefield and personal development for chivalry and defense. With classes and discussions about Marshalling, Armored Combat, Rapier Combat, Youth Combat, and Art/Science skills that intersect with fighting, it’s not just a tournament but an all-encompassing weekend of martial skills!

There will also be food and revelry as the Blue Mountain Inn returns on Saturday night! Come find warmth, food, and friendship as Baron Ramvoldus and Baroness Kungund extend their hospitality. Enjoy live music, games, or watch the action of the torchlight tourney from the best seats in the house. All are welcome at the Inn, you do not need to purchase food to partake in the festivities. For an additional $10 participants may purchase a food pass that will allow weary travelers to partake in some delicious dragon fired pizza, gnomish desserts, and other fantastical treats served throughout the evening. The food pass will also grant travelers entry to the legendary Dreiburgen Coffee Bar on Sunday Morning where decanters of freshly brewed coffee and sumptuous breakfast items will be vigorously consumed.

There will be several tournaments held through the event including:

• Tournament of Virtues on Friday Night at 7pm
• The Slayer of the Gorgonoth – Sunday Survivor Tournament
• Blue Mountain Inn Torchlight Prize Tournament – Rapier, Cut & Thrust, and Armored Combat

Melee combat for Armored will be on Saturday – Melee Combat for Rapier will be on Sunday

Class Schedules: Coming Soon! Will be up early March. Classes will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Academia Draconis will be held March 20-22rd, 2026

Class Schedules

Coming Soon! Will be up early March.

Directions

From the 60 freeway, take exit 50 onto Rubidoux Blvd (from 60E turn right, from 60W turn left), turn left onto Mission Blvd, right onto Crestmore Road, then left into the park.

From the 91 freeway: take exit 64 (from 91E exit University Ave, continue straight then turn left, from 91W Mission Inn Ave, turn right) onto Mission Inn Ave, turn left onto Crestmore Road, then left into the park.

Site Information

Entry information

The park typically has an entry fee, but we will be collecting it as part of your site fee. Please let the rangers at the gate know that you are with the SCA, and you should be allowed to enter without payment. Please note the park gate closes at 10 PM. If you are planning on arriving late, please look for a future announcement on park access. Park gate hours are 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

RV Camping

RV camping is permitted only in the park’s designated RV camping area, a short walk from the Academia Draconis site. A separate RV camping reservation is required. For information, and to make a reservation, please visit the Rancho Jurupa Regional Park website.

Pets

Pets on leash are permitted. Leash length not to exceed 6 feet. The park does charge a separate fee for pets that must be paid to the rangers upon entry.

Alcohol

This is a wet site and alcohol is permitted in the park.

Volunteers Needed!!

In order to run a successful event, we need your help! Since this is a multi day event we need help with setup and tear down, several roving constables, gate staff, lists and marshals. If you would like to volunteer for any of these positions, please reach out to Baron Ramvoldus ASAP!

Teacher Signups

If you would like to teach a class at this Collegium of War, please do so through our google form link located here:

https://forms.gle/EztwZB3fcNv6JoYGA

Registration and Fee Information

Adult overnight registration: $50
Adult member discount overnight registration: $40
Adult single day registration (must leave the site by 10pm): $30
Adult member single day registration (must leave site by 10pm): $20
Blue Mountain Inn Dining Tickets: $10

Youths aged 17 and under are welcome as guests of the Barony, free of charge.

Payments by Cash or Check accepted.

Please make checks out to SCA. Inc/ Barony of Dreiburgen

Preregistration

Due to unforeseen circumstances, pre registration is not available this year, please pay at the gate.

All minors not attended by their parent or legal guardian MUST have a Minor’s Waiver and a Minor’s Medical authorization form signed and notarized by the minor’s parent or legal guardian. If you do not have this paperwork, you will not be allowed to enter the park.

Merchants

For information on vending at the event, please email academia.draconis@dreiburgen.sca-caid.org.

Schedule

Full schedule will be up by March 3rd..

Friday March 20th – Site opens at 4pm
Sunday March 22nd- Site closes at 6pm

Event Steward: Baron Ramvoldus Kroll

Email: academia.draconis@dreiburgen.sca-caid.org

Disclaimer: Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events. By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks. You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.