[Ansteorra-announce] Queen's Weekend Weather

[Herndon, Darin]

I was asked to forward this on behalf of the Northkeep Baronial
Chirurgeon.

Etienne

-----Original Message-----
Greetings,

I am sure everyone has circled this weekend on your calendar and plans
to travel to Northkeep for Queen's Champion.

WEATHER FORECAST: The populous of Northkeep have again bargained with
the weather gods and we will have great event weather! The Mornings &
Nights will be cool (high 50's to mid 60's), Midays warm SUNNY mid to
high 70's, with Daytime highs in the mid to high 80's.  WEAR YOUR
SUNSCREEN, and DRINK LOTS OF WATER.  No rain is in this forecast.  :)

In the North we have had a mild and lush green summer and the site is
just lovely.  In addition to green grass and trees (that's why Northkeep
is mundanely called "Green Country") this summer has also brought us a
few more little pests.  Ticks and mosquitoes are the most common pests
and there are a few spiders thrown in for good measure.  The ticks will
be as thick as Vikings raiding a coastal monastery.  Also Northkeep is
the Ragweed capital of the known world.  If you have allergies or
hayfever, bring your meds... you will need them.

Here is some info about ticks, and the info also holds true for
mosquitoes, and spiders. 

Ticks can live practically anywhere, but are fond of wooded areas, tall
grassy places, and spots with heavy shrubbery.  Sounds like many of the
places we hold events, doesn't it? 

The easiest way to deal with these pests is to not let them get on you
or your kinder. Prevention of nasty little bites is foremost. 

When outdoor activities are planned, take necessary precautions to avoid
bites.  Wear long pants/sleeves whenever possible.  Wear light colored
clothes (it's easier to see ticks since they are dark). Use appropriate
insect repellent, the higher percent of DEET the better.  If you tend to
have problems with bug repellents, try a small spot on your skin at home
to see if there is any reaction.  Spraying repellent onto outer clothing
is also helpful in repelling ticks and other bugs.  But spray the
clothing and allow the clothes to dry before you put them on.  See
www.bug-spray.com for the best choice for you.  Do frequent tick checks
to find ticks early and avoid actually being bitten. 

Be prepared to have lots of fun, be prepared for the heat, drink WATER,
wear your SUNSCREEN & Floppy hats, and don't forget the BUG SPRAY. 

Be well,

Lord Marcus Quietly
Northkeep Chirurgeon - 
Oklahoma's News Channel 8
First Alert Storm Team Unit #12