| GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Where: Fawnskin, California, on Big Bear Lake's North
Shore. Pedersens Mill, 39115 Rim of the World Dr. in Fawnskin.
Parking will be marked. Please be courteous when parking
and DO NOT park in anyone drive ways!
• When: August 9, 10, 16 & 17, 2008,
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• What: Set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, our faire is an authentic re-creation of an English Summer Faire. Visit an exciting, vibrant village Faire where you can experience a joust, strolling entertainers, stage performances, beautiful handcrafts, delicious food and drink, children's area and the spirit of the days of William Shakespeare and the Renaissance!
• Admission: Your ticket includes the viewing of the Joust, Entertainment, Battle Pageants, Archery Contests, Queen's Court, Children's area and the High School Shakespeare Festival.
• Parking: Parking is free and is a short distance away.
• Wheelchairs: Most of the faire site is handicap accessible, but there are some areas that may be difficult. The terrain is natural and uneven.
• Faire Site: The terrain at the faire site is natural and uneven. For comfort and safety please wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. Some show seating is on strawbales.
• Pets: No pets allowed.
• Alcohol: No alcoholic beverages may be brought into the faire, however, beer, wine and mead are sold on site.
• Visitors: Visitors may not bring in food or drinks.
All backpacks are subject to search.
• Smoking: This is a non-smoking event. Smoking is not allowed on the faire grounds.
• Re-entry: Visitors to the Faire may leave and re-enter by receiving a hand stamp upon exit.
• Costumes: To add to your faire experience, we encourage
wearing Elizabethan period costumes. Big Bear City Renaissance Faire
will have a costumer on site this year for those who wish to rent
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| GROUNDS POLICIES |
• Weapons Policy
All weapons to be period pieces only. Absolutely no firearms. All blades to be peace-tied. No exceptions.
• Animals Policy
No dogs allowed except service dogs.
• Food and Drink Policy
No food or beverages may be brought onto the faire grounds. No alcoholic beverages purchased on the grounds may be taken out.
• Merriment Policy
Security personnel will be on site to encourage responsible participance and imbibing. A first-aid station and qualified personnel will also be on the grounds.
• Media Policy
Ticket purchase constitutes permission to use your candid likeness, still photography or video, for future advertising purposes and/or promotional purposes as authorized and deemed appropriate by the Big Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc. and its sponsors.
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• Mission Statement
The Big Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc., is a non-profit corporation founded in October 2002 for the purpose of re-enacting historical time periods, such as the English Renaissance, for the education and entertainment of the public. We plan to do this by producing events and providing workshops. We are a 501(c)3 non profit educational corporation. The Renaissance Faire, our initial re-enactment, is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
Our primary financial goal is to provide educational funds for the youth of Big Bear Valley. The funds will be used for, but not limited to, scholarships, teacher support funds and educational opportunities.
Our historical re-enactments provide meaningful and positive educational, athletic, artistic, and social benefits for the entire valley. In addition, the Renaissance Faire also provides increased business opportunities for the community. Our Renaissance Faire will result in personal enrichment, enjoyment and a sense of community.
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| CONTACT THE SHIRE |
| Visitor Information: Please Call 909/585-7825 |
General Information: Lynda • lynda@bigbearrenfair.com
Sponsors Information: Lynda • lynda@bigbearrenfair.com
Vendors Information: Lynda • lynda@bigbearrenfair.com
Entertainers Information: Lynda • lynda@bigbearrenfair.com
Guilds Information: Lynda • lynda@bigbearrenfair.com
Volunteers Information: Sue • sue@bigbearrenfair.com
Media & Advertising Information: Kimberly • kimberly@bigbearrenfair.com
Weddings: Misty • themewedding@aol.com
Security: Mike • security@bigbearrenfair.com
Faire Emissary: Tristin • tristin@bigbearrenfair.com
Queen's Court: Sue • sue@bigbearrenfair.com
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Tickets on sale at the gate.
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| SPONSOR LINKS |
| The following is a list of those businesses who contributed to the success of this year's Big Bear City Renaissance Faire. We thank them for their invaluable assistance. Please support our sponsors:
A.J. Acosta - 909-866-9634
 - Bargetto Winery - 831-475-2258 - visit website
 - Big Bear Mountain Resorts - 909-866-5766 - visit website
 - Big Bear.Net - 909-585-6454 - visit website
 - Budweiser - 1-800-DIAL-BUD - visit website
Burton's Ready-Mix, Inc. - 909-866-4686 - visit website
Conkiln Paints - 909-585-4500
Connelly Pumping Service -
 - Dragonmarsh - 951-276-1116 - visit website
 - Foxanne Media - 909-585-6454 - visit website
Karen & Kathleen Stanford -
Lakeview Trading Company -
Lynda McGinnis - 909-585-7824
Millener Productions - 909-866-3054
Mountain Water Co. - 909-866-4765
 - Riffenburgh Lumber Co. - 909-866-4675
 - Union Bank of California - 909-866-3447 - visit website
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| SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES |
Royal Level • $5,000 + More!
"A Kingdom of One's Own"
Corporate Sponsorship - Includes:
• Full shield advertisement at entrance
• Full page advertisement in Faire Directory
• Full advertisement on all Faire advertising
• A piece of the Faire named in perpetuity
• Faire memorabilia package
• 20 entrance tickets
• Corporate Sponsor Plaque
• Website Ad with Link |
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Nobility Level • $2,500 - $4,999*
"The Noble Shire"
Corporate Sponsorship - Includes:
• Half shield advertisement at entrance
• Half page advertisement in Faire Directory
• Full advertisement on all Faire advertising
• Faire memorabilia package
• 16 entrance tickets
• Corporate Sponsor Plaque
• Website Ad with Link |
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Gentry Level • $1,500 - $2,499*
"A Grand Estate"
Corporate Sponsorship - Includes:
• Quarter shield advertisement at entrance
• Quarter page advertisement in Faire Directory
• 10 entrance tickets
• Corporate Sponsor Certificate
• Website Ad with Link |
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Merchant Level • $500 - $1,499*
"Ladies and Gentlemen"
Corporate Sponsorship - Includes:
• Quarter page advertisement in Faire Directory
• 8 entrance tickets
• Corporate Sponsor Certificate
• Website Ad |
| SPONSOR ADS AT THE FAIRE - (Tax deductible support) |
| The Shakespeare - Business Card Size Ad in the Program |
$125.00 |
| Merchant's Choice - 1/4 Page Ad |
$200.00 |
| Nobility's Choice - 1/2 Page Ad |
$350.00 |
| Queen's Choice - Full Page Ad |
$600.00 |
| The Jester - Two-line Name in Program |
$25.00 |
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| Full Shield at Entrance |
$600.00 |
| Half Shield at Entrance |
$350.00 |
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| Website Ad |
$150.00 |
| Website Ad - with Link |
$250.00 |
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* Product donation will be credited estimated value towards sponsorship level
• Please make checks payable to Big Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc. |
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| FAIRE FRIENDLY WEB SITES - (Interesting and/or Informative Links) |
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