Great Lakes Pirates #8

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GREAT LAKES PIRATES

March 2016

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Editor, Motivator

Timber Gray Wolf

Editor Chief, Designer, photographer

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Contents 06) Modern Pirate Dream 09) The Bluebeard Adventures 16) Hoist the Colors 20) Pirate of the Month 24) 2016 Events 26) Irish Soda Bread

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Dreamt by: Melolly This is a world where pirates are common, but still look like the old stereotypical pirates. About once a month, there we meet, and this is where all pirates went, going to a big conference hall to talk about random stuff and how to gain trust of normal civilians, since they mistrust pirates.

In fact, on my way to this meeting, I observed people pointing at me, the look of disgust showing on their faces. We were trying to show them that not all pirates are bad, we wanted their trust; their understanding. My captain, Timber Gray Wolf, couldn’t make it to this meeting, so here I am in his place, a representative for the Silver Moon crew.

Wolf stayed docked on the ship, fixing miscellaneous things, but some serious things that needed attention. Our pirate crew is quite well known amongst all the other crews, crews that add up to hundreds. We’re well known because we work with all crews and make sure peace is kept. If there are any disputes, we’re one of the crews called to site to handle difficult situations. I get to the meeting hall, and there are thousands of pirates, talking amongst each other is heated whispers, as another pirate stood at the front trying to calm people down.

Things such as “we’ll never have the same rights!” were being said. This is our breaking point, we’re tired of fighting for equality. As I entered, a hush trickled through the crowd of pirates, because I am a well known pirate within the Silver Moon crew, for my skills in psychology and talking to other pirates when they need a counselor.

I hear many pirates speak about wrong doings done onto them, and it’s difficult for me. I want good things to come to our brethren of pirates. Once silence came from the entire room, I was granted to speak on some ideas. I talk on the importance of building positive relationships, and not to let the negative emotions of others who are against pirates affect us. We’re stronger than that, and we can pull together and come up with something. This is a room full of thousands of pirates. That is a lot of brain power, and I’m sure we can come up with something. The meeting continues for some time as various pirates talk about encounters they’ve had, concerns they have, and advice for where to avoid in order to not get hurt by civilians.

After the meeting, I go out and head back to the Silver Moon crew’s ship, and as I do, I spot a family

freaking out in the shallow depths of the water.

Upon further investigation, I find out they lost their son, who is about 1-2 years old. I dive in the water and find him, then immediately start rescue breathing and CPR to save his life. The parents were so thankful, and took their son.

Once the adrenaline of their worry wore off, they begun to realise that I was a pirate, and hesitated for a moment before asking “don’t pirates kill, not save lives?” To which I motion for them to follow me and go onto the crew’s ship.

I let them explore the ship and meet the crew so they realise we aren’t bad people. At that moment, I see a sense of relaxation come over their face, and at this moment, Captain Wolf comes out and started talking about the history of pirates.

This was the beginning of an annual event where many pirate ships gather to let people tour their ship. Allowing others to come onto ships and ask pirates questions, closed that gap between us. It took a lot of time though, to gain trust.

Skip forward about 10 years, and we’re on our ship, as groups of kids come on to sit in a circle

and Captain Wolf explains how this festival started and started talking about the history of pirates. From there on out, people began to trust pirates and loved learning about our lifestyle out on the waters.

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Hoist the Colors By: Elise W’nstorm & Dueien D’mont

Flags, for centuries, have been used to stake one’s claim and state one’s intent. Nowhere is this more true than with naval travel and trade, where historically flags are often the most distinguishing differences between ships. So we come to the Jolly Roger, which plainly stated that the crew sailing under were pirates.

Pirate ships would often have several different flags aboard, all for different roles. They would have British, French, and Spanish flags, to avoid detection. They had plain yellow flags to pose as merchants. The Jolly Roger itself to warn targeted ships and to provide quarter. Lastly there was a plain red flag, used when resistance was met when flying the Jolly Roger. This flag was the battle flag, signifying no mercy would be shown.

The Jolly Roger as we know it has been use since the 1710’s, and was the most commonly used pirate flag in the 1720’s. Though this is the most recognizable pirate flag, several others did exist. Pirate Peter Easton is confirmed to have sailed under a plain black flag as early as 1612, though there are rumors that Francis Drake used a plain black flag as early as 1585. Edward Teach, Charles Vane, and Richard Worley also flew under plain black flags. After 1714 there were many variations of pirate flags on black or red backgrounds, sometimes also flown with ribbons or pendants. Imagery associated with death was very common decoration for these flags, including skulls, skeletons, or hourglasses.It is widely believed that the design of the Jolly Roger evolved from through the Barbary Pirates adopting Muslim sailors’ colors; Muslim corsairs were known to use plain black flags and green flags decorated with a skull as early as 1625. The earliest record of the skull and crossbones being used by pirates was found

(Captain Red hands)

(Krewe of the 82nds Revenge) in a log book entry from December 1687, though the flag was red.

Though the Golden Age of Piracy long ago ended, the Jolly Roger has persisted. The skull and crossbones Jolly Roger has been a staple of popular culture since the late 1800’s with the publishing of Treasure Island in 1883. In World War One British submarines, starting with HMS E9 and its commanding officer Max Horton, crafted their own Jolly Rogers to mark the number of enemy ships they sunk or captured.

When the HMS E9 ran out of room for more flags, they made one large Jolly Roger with several additional symbols to show their accomplishments. The practice picked up again in World War Two, and spread to Allied ships.

While piracy is still a threat on some waters, and those groups have their own flags and symbols to announce their intentions, I believe the traditional Jolly Roger has evolved what it means. Today I see the Jolly Roger used to express a rough and rebellious spirit, by people not afraid to march to the beat of their own drum. It invites you on an adventure, to try new things and meet new people.

(Timber Gray Wolf of the Silver Moon)

Elise W’nstorm & Dueien D’mont

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Q

How does it feel to win for the month of your birthday?

Merrydeath T Angel Captain of the Fools Gold Pirates

Interviewed by: Timber Gray Wolf

Q

How long have you been into the pirate life and what made you want to

be a pirate?

I’ve always loved Treasure Island, Captain Blood, and Swashbucklertype movies, especially growing up along the Mississippi. Its hard not to like being on water, when its in your backyard and in your blood. My family has lived by the Old Muddy for almost 100 years. A couple of years ago, I was thrilled to see the Mackinac Bridge. I’m glad I don’t have to battle the waters underneath it. It looks very challenging.

I’m really thrilled to have won, especially for my birthday month.

I was born in a snowstorm and it usually snows around this time. Its hard to be thinking about faires and festivals when you have a foot of snow on your doorstep! This makes my birthday so much more special.

Thank you, Great Lakes Pirate magazine, and to my friends, mateys, and family who voted for me!

Q

Does your pirate personna have a back story?

Merrydeath Trouble Angel was born on a summer’s night, thanks to Opie Wilson and I, and a bottle of Code rum. She was born the daughter of a pub owner, and grew up listening to the stories of the seas and pirates.

As soon as she could, she hired on a ship going to the Caribbean. In a major battle, she saved the life of the Captain, who promoted her to First Mate. After the captain’s death, she took over the ship, renaming it The Fool’s Gold. She and her crew have had many adventures, including sailing on day trips on the University of Connecticut reasearch ship, The Sea Wolf out of Key West, the Windy II in Port Washington WI, and the haunted William Black in Iowa. I’ve shot flintlocks and cannon, and had invasions from Connecticut to Colorado, Minnesota to the Keys. Being a pirate is grand!

Q

What is some the inspiration behind your garb?

A: I’ve always had a Godiva chocolate hat band, my friends’ faire favor pins, and my own Cancer support pins on my hat. Pirates Think Pink was started by me in 2006 when I found out I had breast cancer. A friend from Kansas City Renaissance Faire (KCRF) made up some great pins and the money went to research to help fight cancer.

We’ve had to put that on the back burner, but I try to do the Relay for Life every year. I bought my pirate hat in 2002 from the Minnesota Renaissance Faire at Excaliber Leathers. Hello, Kent and Dave! I even won a hat competition at a convention for originality. I got my pirate guild pin (The International Fellowship of Royal Privateers) from Lundegaard Armory in 2002?, who’s motto is: “It was sinking when I got to it”. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed being in this group of scallywags. I’m also a member of the International Wenches Guild, so I’m a booty b----. (my apologies, mates!) My bodices are from Odd Bodkin or Moresca (outstanding support). I also try not to get new feathers or wear fur. I don’t like the idea of killing animals just for our pride, so I don’t wear a tail, I wear bum bells. I found some marvelous brass bells that I tied to a cord on my belt. Its just a nice jingle on my stern.

Q

Outside of going to events, are there days that you

just Garb up and go out on the town. If so what type of place do you happen to go and do?

I don’t garb up often outside of events, but I do enjoy going to Walmart or Hyvee for shopping after an event.

I’m not in the People of Walmart, but a friend is, and she looks amazing! I went as a pirate fairy to a Convention, complete with ears. I had the best time watching their reactions and getting compliments on the application.

Q

Is there anything you would like to share with our readers?

Enjoy what you do. Live life to its fullest. Love the people that you are with. Show kindness to friends, family, and especially strangers, because a big smile can make someone’s day.

Remember that its ‘Yaaar’, not ‘Arrgh’.

Its a small ship; get along with your brethern. Take chances, be brave; I made a friend long ago, who then became my soulmate, my First Mate.

David and I got married at the Kansas City RF in 2013. (themed Scots and Pirates) Its been quite an adventure, and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

So, mates, calm seas and following winds to you.

Q

What might be your “day job”?

I’m self-employed, but I’ve worked at a public library, a Target store making people happy, and a finance call center.

I liked to think of myself as a corporate pirate.

Mark your Calandars, and get ready for the Event season to kick off for 2016. As the year goes on, we shall add more events and update any dates that may change.

March

12th - Steampunks for Greater Lansing Food Bank • Kelly’s Downtown, Lansing, Michigan 48933 19th - Kalamazoo Living History Show • Kalamazoo County Expo Center - 2900 Lake St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048 19th - Abney Park with special guest Arlow Xan • EMU Convocation Center / Pease Auditorium. 799 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 26th - Indiana Pirate Fest • B K Club , 721 S West St, Mishawaka, IN 46544

April

2nd - Medieval & Renaissance Faire at The Ohio State University • 1739 North High Street, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43201 9th - Blackhawk Manor Festival • 2773 S County Road 1000 West, Hoosier National Forest, French Lick, IN 47432 23rd~May 1st - Philadelphia Renaissance Faire • 4100 Chamounix Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 23rd-24th - Grand Lake Renaissance Festival • 31370 S Highway 82, Vinita, Oklahoma

May

7th - Frontier Days • The Olde World Village -13215 M 96, Augusta, Michigan 49012 14th - Buccaneer Bash • The Olde World Village 13215 M 96, Augusta, Michigan 49012

14th- Mayfaire on the Green • 7835 Church Street, Holland Patent, NY 13354, USA

June

17th - Steam Dream Expo • The Olde World Village - 13215 M 96, Augusta, Michigan 49012 18th - The 34th Annual Mermaid Parade • Coney Island, New York

July

2nd~Aug 14 - Sterling Renaissance Festival • 15385 Farden Road, Sterling, NY 13156 9th~Aug 7 - BlackRock Medieval Fest • The Olde World Village -13215 M 96, Augusta, Michigan 49012 9th~Sept 5th - Bristol Renaissance Faire • 12550 120th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53142, USA 30th - Ren in the Glen • 1442 Dunn Saint Croix Road Downing, WI 54734, USA

Augest

6th~Oct 2nd - New York Renaissance Faire • 600 NY-17A, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987, USA 6th~Oct 30th - Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire • 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, PA 17545, USA 12th~21st - Bill Johnston’s Pirate Days • 7 Market Street Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, USA 20th - Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival • 112 Renaissance Ln, West Newton, PA 15089

If you know of any up coming events or want to promote your own event Message us right away!!!

Irish Soda Bread • 2 cup whole flour; • 1 cup whole wheat flour • 1/2 tsp. baking soda • 3 level tsp. baking powder • 1/2 tsp. salt • 2 Tbs. sugar • 2 cup buttermilk (approx.)

• 2 egg yolks for brushing.

Preheat oven to 400° F. After preheated reduce to 350° F. Mix dry ingredients well. Add milk by degrees until flour is absorbed - not too wet - just enough to knead.

Knead for 5 minutes. Shape into a round loaf. Place in a lightly greased 9” cake tin - Cut a cross in the top (about a 1/4 in deep).

Bake at 350° F until brown on top (50 - 60 min) Remove - cool cake pan and bread on wire rack for 10 minutes.

Remove bread from pan and fully cool on wire rack.

You can add an egg wash prior to baking - it adds nicely!

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