Most of the SCA people I know of here are pagan or wiccan. I would suspect, Joe, you might've been interviewing one, as that would be considered their religion. Also, people who tend towards the wiccan or pagan belief can be a little sensitive when people start asking them questions. It is someitmes very difficult to get past the stereotypes of blackpointy-hatted witches on brooms ala Hollywood, etc. One pagan I know of here had his house set on fire because of his religious beliefs. There is still much prejudice born of fear and ignorance and what some of the Christian churches preach.

I've found some of the SCA's here are awfully full of themselves, but I think they have grand fun. Every year they put on a public, all day picnic and show with rousing jousting, sword fights, etc. with everyone in costume and character.

Brother Chip Monk, sorry I missed THAT this earthday! Maybe next year!

katbrewing