On October 8, 2011, The Scottish Society of Indianapolis hosted the Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games and Festival presented by Go Print at the Latvian Center, 1008 W. 64th Street in Indianapolis and it was wonderful. We want to thank everyone who helped make this such a success. Look forward to more for next year as we grow year by year. Our next games will be on October 13th, 2012, so see you there.

You can still buy 2010 and 2011 Indianapolis Scottish Highland games and Festival pins $5, 2011 T-shirts for $15 a piece, and tickets for the festivals at the games. Online tickets are now closed down.

You can now buy 2010 and 2011 Indianapolis Scottish Highland games and Festival pins $5, 2011 T-shirts for $15 a piece, and tickets for the festivals at the games. Online tickets are now closed down.

Games Remembrances

2011 Games T-Shirt $15.00 2010 Games Pin $5.00 2011 Games Pin $5.00

Shirt Size (S-XXL):

Beer For a Year Winner

Our Beer for a Year Raflle Winner is Tom Clayton of Indianapolis. He receives 24 cases of Belhaven Scottish ale, stout and lager compliments of World Class Beer and Belhaven.

Thank You to Our Special Guest

Mayor Greg Ballard of Indianapolis: We want to thank him for being such a wonderful guest. He was gracious enough to allow us to knight him. We want to thank him for his support. Gregory A. Ballard was elected as the 48th Mayor of Indianapolis on November 6, 2007. Greg was a self-employed leadership and management consultant, and the author of The Ballard Rules: Small Unit Leadership. He conducted seminars and modular training based on the book, and taught college-level economics, marketing, and management courses at Indiana Business College. Previously, he worked for several years as North American Operations Manager for Bayer in Indianapolis, and much more.

Accommodations

Our Accommodations were through The Marten House, and we thank them for everything. You can click the name of the hotel to go to their website to see who they are.

Event Parking Details

We want to thank all of our neighbors who allowed us to use there parking lots to us for our patrons, and all of our van drivers. You were a great help in making this event a success.

The Entertainment

Local Celtic Bands:Mother Grove, Isaiah's Cry, and Ken McGee joined us this year. Thank you for your wonderful music and for making our event what it was. You did a great job.

Also thank you to The Queen, the Scottish Queen that is. The Tudor Rose Players portrayed the Resident Royal Court of the Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games and Festival.

Rugby Indiana was wonderful for the kids. We learned so much about this Scottish game that is for all ages.

Thank you to all of our vendors, clans, dancers, and everyone else who made our event a community for everyone.

To view the events of that happened on the October 8th, 2011 Games just download the schedule below in blue.

Daily Schedule of Events 2011

Volunteer

We want to thank everyone who volunteered in 2011 Games. For those of you who want to be a volunteer for the October 13th , 2012 games, download the volunteer application and waiver and send them to Rebekah Lawson at vessel7productions@gmail.com or call 317-473-7305.

Volunteer Application Hold Harmless Waiver

Be a Vendor

Vendor Alley for the 2011 Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games and Festival created a warm, cozy village setting. This personal atmosphere allows the vendor to get to know the public as they come in and shop.

For the 2012 Games mail all applications/checks to: Scottish Society of Indianapolis, 7043 S 150 W, Pendleton, IN 46064

Vendor booth fees are $100 for a 10 x 10 space

$150 for a 10 x 20 deep or back to back

$200 for a 10 x 20 side by side

Electricity fees: for 110 - $25

for 220 - $50

for overnight $50

Vendor Application Hold Harmless Waiver

Our Vendors from 2011

Amazing Faces

By George - Christmas Celtic Santas, stuffed Scotties & Highland Cows, Ornaments and More

Celtic Exchange---Jewelry, Crafts, shirts, etc.

Celtic Imports

Celtic Tides

City BBQ

Duncan's Highland Supply

Green Man Gifts

Handmade History—Kilts, gowns, etc.

The Heelan' Hound

Highland Glen Foods

Kansas Holiday Woodcrafts---Wooden swords, shields, jewelry, etc.

Lagoni Chiropractic

Madison County Winery

Nancy’s Sweet Nothings---Scottish shortbread and scones

The Scotland Yard

U.K Market-Welsh Cookie Company

Under The Mystical Moon

Represent Your Clan or Society

We will be letting clans or societies set up a 10 x 10 tent for free. We will also provide you one table, two folding chairs and two entry passes. Just a reminder the games are smoke free and no pets allowed unless you have permission otherwise. You may setup the day before in the afternoon if necessary. All vehicles must be removed from the games/festival areas prior to opening our gates at 9AM. If you need electricity:

Electricity fees: for 110 - $25

for 220 - $50

for overnight $50

Send Application and waiver to Ron Eliott at 13115 Allisonville Rd., Fishers, IN 46038.

We encourage you to sponsor one of the Athletic Event Awards: $50 for 1st place, $25 for 2nd place, and $15 for 3rd place. They will be presented to the athlete and pictures will be taken at the awards presentation.

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Our Honored Clan for 2011

Clan Crawford USA

Our Clans for 2011

Clan Cunningham USA

Clan Craig USA

Clan Crawford USA

Clan Davidson USA

Clan Douglas USA

Clan Hay USA

Clan Innes USA

Clan Kerr USA

Clan Lamont USA

Clan MacDuff USA

Clan MacGregor USA

Clan MacLaine USA

Clan MacLaren USA

Clan MacLeod USA

Clan MacNab USA

Clan MacNeill USA

Clan MacTavish USA

Clan Matheson USA

Clan Ramsay USA

Clan Shaw USA

Clan Sinclair USA

Clan Stewart USA

Clan Thompson USA

Clan Wallace USA

The Scottish Society of Indianapolis

The Genealogical Society of Marion County

Highlanders(WWII Reenactors)                                         

Tudor Rose Players

Be a Sponsor

This is your games and festival. If you want to help we need you. You can give and be a part of making this dream come true for Indianapolis, IN. We are looking for corporate as well as individual sponsors for the games. For being a sponsor you will receive free advertising at the games as well as in the program and much more. If you would like to donate all you have to do is download the Sponsors Application, fill it out and send it in to the address on the application. Also, we are now 501c3 under the The Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis, So all of your sponsorships are tax deductible. Thank you so much for everything. Send Application to The Scottish Society of Indianapolis Inc. 7043 S 150 W., Pendleton, IN 46064.

Sponsors Application

Our Sponsors for 2011

Platinum Level

Go Print

The Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis

Silver Level

MacAllister Machinery

Bronze Level

Ace Rent A Car

Attorney Daniel K. Whitehead

Attorney Anthony C. Lawrence

City BBQ

Kansas Holiday Woodcrafts

The Marten House

MacNiven's Restaurant & Bar

Lagoni Chiropractic

MTD INvestments

Rugby Indiana

Smart Center of Indianapolis "Smart Car by Mercedes Benz"

Subway

Smoke Free Indy

Other Sponsors

Aaron’s Rent

LA Fitness

Fifth Third Bank

Fun Time Campers

Rent It Today.com

Robin and Deneice Jarrett

Be an Awards Sponsor

During the athletic games we will be awarding First and Second Place awards in all divisions. You or your business can sponsor these awards and receive ad promotions for this and the award would be announced in your name as it is presented. You may also purchase these awards in memory of someone. First Place awards are $50 and Second Place awards are $25. You can purchase as many as you like until we have all awards sold. Please complete the Award Sponsor Form and return to the address on the form with your check. Also, we are now 501c3 under the The Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis, So all of your sponsorships are tax deductible. If you have any questions please contact Gary Davidson 765-778-0736. Send Application to The Scottish Society of Indianapolis Inc. 7043 S 150 W., Pendleton, IN 46064.

Award Sponsors Application

Our Award Sponsors for 2011

Clan Craig USA

Clan Farquarsen USA

Clan Hay USA

Clan Lamont USA

Clan MacLaren USA

Clan MacLean USA

Clan MacTavish USA

Clan Stewart USA

Clan Shaw USA

Clan Wood USA

Shelter Insurance Laura Sandlin Agency

The Scottish Society of Indianapolis

The McMath Family “In Memory of George McMath”- Athlete of the Day Award

Ronald L. Elliott for Gary and Julie Davidson- Best Clan Tent Award

Scottish Highland Games

There will be Scottish Highland Games that anyone can participate in with a non-refundable registration fee of $25.00 will be charged to all athletes. Athletes will receive a lunch, T-shirt, & water. No participation will be granted on the day of the Games.

Seven Different Classes:

A Class, B Class, C Class, Masters (40years of age or older) Lights (under 190#), Women’s & Women’s Master.

All Seven Highland Heavy Events:

19# Braemar Stone Put (16# stone for women), 56# Weight Throw(42# for masters,28# for women), 28# Weight Throw(14# for women), Caber Toss, 22# Hammer Toss (16# women), 16# Sheaf Toss(12# for women), 56# Weight Toss (42# for masters, 28# for women). A $25 cash prize will be awarded to winners in both men’s and women’s class.

We welcome first time athletes and do not limit the number of applicants. Inquiries or Questions e-mail Mike Huth at mhuth77@iwon.com or Gary Davidson at GarDav17@aol.com.

Rules For Particpation   Athletics Registration Form Hold Harmless Waiver

Short Description of the Games

The Caber Toss

The caber is a wood pole or log measuring about 18 feet long and weighing 100-125 lbs. From a crouching position, an athlete lifts the caber by the narrower end, while its thicker, more unwieldy end points skyward, and then runs to build up momentum. He stops dead and heaves it end over end to achieve a "twelve o-clock turn", so the caber lands pointing away from the thrower at a 12 o'clock position. A judge runs behind the athlete and if the toss is successful he scores it as on the face of an imaginary clock. The Caber Toss is scored on accuracy rather than the distance of the throw. A caber that failsto flip is not recorded.

Putting the Stone

This popular contest is derived from an ancient clan ritual. Each chieftain's "stone of strength" was situated at the entrance of his castle. Before entry was granted, every visiting clansman was obligated to test his strength by throwing the stone for distance. The athlete must put a 19 lb. (16 lb. for women) stone with one hand, from a stationary position. The athlete is not allowed to move his feet forward until after the stone leaves his hand.

The Hammer Throw

The Scots' hammer has a wooden shaft made of cane, an overall length of 50 inches and comes in two weights: "Light" (16 lbs.) and "Heavy" (22 lbs.). Both are thrown standing-style, with the athlete swinging the hammer three times in a circle overhead before releasing it straight behind the thrower.

Throwing the Weight for Distance

This competition consists of two similar but separate events. Both are derived from ancient tests of military skills, and are very reminiscent of the ancient mace. The contest involves hurling a light weight 28 lb. and a heavy weight 56 lb. as far as possible. With a combination of balance, rhythm, and power, this is often considered a graceful athletic event.

Throwing the Weight for Height

In the "Weight for Height", an athlete tosses a 56 lb. weight up and over a horizontal bar using only one hand. Each athlete is allowed three attempts to clear a marked height before the bar is raised. The victor is the sole thrower who can clear the highest bar.

The Sheaf Toss

This event originated with farming traditions in Scotland. It involves tossing a sheaf of hay weighing 16 lbs. with a pitch fork over a horizontal bar suspended between two uprights. The sheaf of hay has now been replaced with a burlap bag filled with bailing twine, but the other rules remain the same. Each athlete is allowed three attempts to clear the horizontal bar.If the sheaf fails to go over the horizontal bar, the contestant is eliminated. After each successful round of tosses, the bar is raised two feet. The athlete with the greatest height over the bar is the winner.

2010 Games Memories

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