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Merchant List
A full list of this years merchants and their wares can be found HERE.
Merchant FAQ
Why haven't I been contacted about merchanting at Baron Wars?
- If you were registered as a merchant last year (BW X, 2007),
attended the event and have not been contacted please contact me.
- If you were registered as a merchant last year (BW X, 2007) and
DID NOT attend the event you must contact me to indicate that you
wish to merchant this year. You will be added to the waiting list.
- If you did not register as a merchant last year (BW X, 2007) please contact
me for a merchant application, fill it out and return it to me.
You will be added to the waiting list.
How do I contact the merchant coordinator?
Email is the preferred medium. Drop and email to
helewyse at yahoo.com, please put Baron Wars merchant in the subject
line so I don't delete your email as spam. If you want to talk to a
person then the phone number is (419) 380 9875, best times to call
are Monday – Friday 6pm – 10pm (unless 24 is on, in which case I
will be unavailable), Weekends 11am – 10pm.
Is there a limit on merchants?
Due to space considerations we limit merchants. Priority
goes to those merchants who attend year after year.
Additional spaces are filled from the waiting list based on two
criteria:
- the nature of the wares, merchants selling unique and
handcrafted items are more likely to be allocated a space than those
offering the same wares as three existing merchants.
- Time, first to join the list gets first dibs on space.
Given a choice between three merchants selling similar/identical
goods the first to get their information/intent to me gets the
space.
Where are merchants located?
Outside of the fort close to the fighting field, troll and parking.
Will merchant locations be reserved?
Only in cases of physical need, i.e. disability. In those cases we
will reserve and mark a spot for your tent which is convenient for
loading/unloading and/or bathroom facilities.
How will the merchant area be organized?
As in previous years a system of stakes and tape will be used to
mark lanes for pedestrian traffic. When you arrive please pick a
position which is either on a corner, or right next to a merchant
who is already set up. Merchant sites are available on a first come
first serve basis.
Will you be available to help direct incoming merchants?
I will be on site, however I will not be in the merchant's area
all day on Friday. If you have questions which cannot be answered by
another merchant please go to troll and ask them to page me on the
radio.
When can I arrive on site?
Troll opens at 2pm on Friday the 9th of May. Merchants are
welcome to arrive from noon on Friday. Please do not arrive on
Thursday or earlier on Friday morning, we will not be ready for you.
Do I have to pre-register?
No we do not have pre-registration this year.
How much is it to merchant?
In addition to troll we charge a $10 fee for merchants, this money
is then used to buy prizes for the many competitions at Baron Wars.
We will again buy many of our prizes in the merchant area itself.
Can I dig a fire pit in the merchant area?
No, but you can use an above ground fire pit. Please have an
extinguisher or bucket of water next to any fires.
Can I drive right up to my merchant area to unload?
Maybe, the event is in Ohio in May. At this site in previous years
we have had soft ground in certain places (especially towards the
fort). When the ground is very soft we may find it necessary to
restrict the areas that traffic is allowed to be driven. In those
circumstances you may have to park at some distance from your site
and carry your wares to that location. This is done so that we
minimize damage to the grass and property. Please be ready for this
eventuality.
Will there be people available to help me unload/setup?
No. This is a very large event and requires a lot of setup. We
have a small number of staff members working. You MAY be able to
persuade someone to help you set up but we cannot and do not
guarantee you any assistance, please plan accordingly.
Is there fresh water on site?
Yes, city water is available in several locations.
Is food available on site?
Yes, the boarshead tavern will once again be open from Friday pm
through Sunday morning.
How secure is the site?
While we make every effort to secure the site against intrusion it
is very close to major subdivisions. As such it is not unusual to
find local teenagers wandering around. If you have problems please
contact a member of staff with a radio and let us know.
Can I drink?
Fort Meigs is a State Park. Alcohol is not allowed in State Parks.
This means that no open and obvious containers of alcohol are
allowed anywhere. Keep the bottles in a tent, in a cooler and out of
site. Put it in a mug. Keep the empties in a bag out of sight until
Sunday.
Can I drum in the merchant area?
No, the merchant area is located outside the fort and is close to
houses. Therefore it is designated as a quiet area. No loud drumming
or parties. If you want to drum please go inside the fort to the
loud bardic fire.
How clean should I leave the site?
As clean as you can, please be considerate with your trash. Troll
has extra trash bags if you need them. When you are getting ready to
leave please police your area and help us clean the site up. We have
a reputation as being the most tidy group of all those to use the
Fort, lets keep it that way.
Are there local hotels?
Indeed there are lots of hotels within a 30 mile radius of the
park. These can be found using a search engine such as travelocity.
The address of Fort Meigs is 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH
43552.
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