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[[Image:AquaterraBranchof.gif|thumb|200px|Per fess vert and barry wavy argent and azure, in chief three laurel wreaths argent]]The '''Barony of Aquaterra''' is located in the  [[:Category:Western_Region|Western Region]] of An Tir.  It encompasses Snohomish County and Camano Island, Washington.
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The '''Barony of Aquaterra''' is located in the  [[:Category:Western_Region|Western Region]] of An Tir.  It encompasses Snohomish County and Camano Island, Washington.


The [[Canton]] of [[Bearwood]] is a part of Aquaterra.
The [[Canton]] of [[Bearwood]] is a part of Aquaterra. The former [[Shire]] of [[Midhaven]] is now included in Aquaterra.  


== Events ==
=Activities=
==Recurring Events==
* [[Ursulmas]]
* [[Ursulmas]]
* [[Aquaterra All Champions]]
* [[Aquaterra All Champions]]
* [[Art of War]]
* [[Boars Hunt]]
* [[Boars Hunt]]
* [[Banner War]]
* [[Banner War]]
* [[Good Yule]]
* [[Aquaterra Sergeantry Trials]]
==Past Recurring Events==
* [[Aquaterra Day of Dance]] (last held 2010)
* [[Art of War]] (last held 2017)
* [[Aquaterra Ithras]] (last recorded Ithra class 2015, many events still have general classes.)
==Other Events==
* [[Aquaterra Archery Championship XXXVI/2002]]
* [[Honey War XXXVII/2002]]
* [[Fall Crown Council XXXVII/2002]]
* [[Fall Crown Council XXXIX/2004]]
* [[Newcomers Classes XL/2005]]
* [[Honey War XL/2005]]
* [[September Crown Tournament XL/2005]]
* [[Bite of An Tir XLI/2006]]
* [[An Tir Bardic Championship XLII/2007]]
* [[An Tir Heraldic Symposium / Fall Ithra XLV/2010]]


== Meetings ==
== Meetings ==
The barony hosts a wide variety of regular functions, including socials, arts & sciences, practices and business meetings. The type and details of meetings may vary over time to accommodate the needs and desires of the community; ''always'' check the [http://www.aquaterra.antir.org/ baronial website] for the most up-to-date information; this information is usually available on the [https://aquaterra.antir.org/my-calendar/ Calendar] page.
===Social Meeting===
===Social Meeting===
Please check the baronial website (http://aquaterra.antir.sca.org/) for up-to-date information. The location has recently changed.
The Social Meetings are an opportunity for members of the community to gather and socialize; there is usually no specific focus or theme, nor is garb required or discouraged. Activities in the past have included:
 
* Dance Practice
* Page School
* Scroll Painting
* Business discussion
 
===Arts & Sciences Gathering===
 
The Arts & Sciences gatherings give folks a chance to get together to work on and share A&S projects they are currently undertaking. It’s an opportunity to teach, learn, or just socialize while working on your own projects.  
 
===Business Meeting===
The business meetings are gatherings where the community may review past events & activities in the month, present officer reports, and share other business-related information. They are generally held on the last Tuesday of the month, unless they are adjusted for a conflict. All members of the community are welcome and encouraged to attend; garb is not required, nor specifically discouraged. If an individual seeks more information, they are encouraged to contact the current Seneschal.
 
===Newcomers Meetings===


Held '''formerly''' at Central Christian in Snohomish on the first Tuesday of the month. <br>
The Newcomers Meet and Greets are a great way for those new to the SCA or Barony to meet folks, and lean about the possibilities the society offers. However, you don't have to be a newcomer to attend - all are encouraged, and garb is not required.  
The address is <br>
126 Cedar St. <br>
Snohomish, WA 98290<br>


* '''Directions''': From the west, come to Snohomish via Hwy 2 and Bickford Ave (old Hwy 2); in town, turn left (East) on 2nd Street and travel 5 blocks (Star Center Mall, a large antique store, will be on your right); turn 45 degrees right onto Rainier and travel 1 block (in front of the PUD); turn right onto Cedar, the church is on your right. <br>
Please see the [https://aquaterra.antir.org/my-calendar/ Aquaterra Web Site calendar] for locations of the Newcomer's Meeting, as it's location moves.


From the east, take the Snohomish exit off Hwy 2, come west into town on 2nd Street. Turn left on Cedar (one block beyond the light at Maple), the church is 1-1/2 blocks ahead on your right. <br>
===Practice===


Parking is available on the street and in a small lot next to the church (turn right at Pearl). Parking lot of the building behind the church is also available.
Aquaterra host a variety of practices for martial activities. Regular practices include:
* Heavy Fighting
* Rapier Fighting
* Archery and Thrown Weapons
* Youth Armored Combat


===Business Meeting===
Please check the [https://aquaterra.antir.org/my-calendar/ Aquaterra Web Site calendar] for locations and types of practices, as their location and occurrence can vary both over time and by time of year.
Held currently at last Tuesday of the month.<br>
O'Donnell's Restaurant<br>
122 128th St SE<br>
Everett, WA 98208<br>


* '''Directions'''
=History=
From I-5:<br>
Take the 128th St SE Exit (also known as Highway 96)<br>
Turn East and it will be the 3rd drive on your right.<br>
There is ample parking in the rear of the building. The meeting is held downstairs and is best entered from the back of the building.<br>
The meeting is set to start at 7:00pm. All are welcome to attend this meeting. Please come early to order food.<br>


For more information contact the Seneschal.
A prior branch, the Canton of [[Entíce|En Tice]], was mentioned in the Crier in April 1974. A later mention in July located it in Everett. Another prior branch, the Shire of Black Fens (incipient in the July 1978 Crier), covered Lake Stevens/Silver Lake.  


== Officers ==
"Event at Jess Roe's place summer of '78 was my first "didn't come with relatives" event. It was a equestrian event / principality? event. Became Jess Roe's dogsbody instead of Little bears. As I recall about the dirt and water beginnings ? several discussions about wanting to "crowd fund" $ for a period pavilion and camping display at Bob's ([[Robert of Waterside]]) place in Everett, the haunt of geek in costume, we'd been a small group attending mostly Seattle stuff but they were giving us shit about "you have to give us any money you raise and WE get to decide how it's spent- cause you guys aren't a real group". 1979- 1980 Exploration showed we needed 3 adult (16  or older) paid memberships to qualify as a Canton, had to hold 2 public event per year before being upgraded to a Shire. Neither Jenna or I was old enough so we called Bob's daughter (can't remember if it was Amber or Lynnette) Bob said he'd pay her membership cost if she'd let him list her at his address. Bob, Myrnnen, and their daughter first 3 members of the Canton. Had to have been 1980 because by 1981 Jenna or I'd have been old enough to be one of the 3 needed." —Loki Bruen Von Redstone
===Great Officers===
* '''SENESCHAL''': [[Countess]] [[Octavia Laodice Hybrida Africanus]]
* '''CHATELAINE''': [[HL]] [[Aloise du Pont du Fosse]]
* '''EXCHEQUER''':[[HL]] [[Marguerite fitz William]]
* '''HERALD''': [[HL]] [[Alan ap Neal]], Gorges Pursuivant
** '''Book Herald Deputy''': [[Oddr mjǫksiglandi]] ([http://www.librarything.com/catalog/aquaterra Book Catalog])
* '''MASTER OF STABLES''': [[HL]] [[Styrkarr Bjarnarsson]]
* '''Safety Officer''': [[HL]] [[Dayne Lonewolfe]]
* '''MINISTER OF ARTS & SCIENCES''': [[HL]] Elewys Cuylter of Finchingfeld, f.k.a. [[Hélène de Navarre]]
* '''CHIRURGEON''': [[Lady]] Caitilin Ffynne, f.k.a. [[Kaitlin of Methelstede]]
* '''CHRONICLER''': [[HL]] [[Jade of Redstone]]
* '''SCRIBE''': [[HL]] [[Elizabeth de Summerlege]]


== Curia ==
So, apparently Canton status occurred in 1980.
===Their Excellencies===
* [[Baron]] [[Wyll Hauk]]
* [[Baroness]] [[Rosamund of the Misty Meadows]]


===Advisory Council===
"I think the first qualified event was Micheal Long and Abdul the Half- Crazed allowed us to Co-host a peasants revel day in a park in Seattle. It wasn't a total disaster but was a learning experience." —Loki Bruen Von Redstone
* [[Baron]] [[Wyll Hauk]]
* [[Baroness]] [[Rosamund of the Misty Meadows]]
In answer to a question According to Master [[Robyrt of Watersyde]], "Aquaterra was granted an incipient Shire status in August of 1981. Elevated to Shire at September Crown 1981. This happened so fast because the Kingdom Seneschal was a very good friend of my older Daughter, Lady Amber." The first event held by the shire in the Crier didn't occur until Jan 1983, when they held the fist Ursulmas. The shire was listed as a group in the regional calendar of the Crier #129 (Oct, 1982), and notably was not listed under "groups reported" in Crier #126, July 1982, although they may not have come to the attention of the Crier until publishing their first event. 
* [[Countess]] [[Octavia Laodice Hybrida Africanus]], Seneschal
* [[HL]] [[Tessa Tazzi]], Deputy Seneschal
* [[HL]] [[Marguerite fitz William]], Exchequer
* [[HL]] [[Crinoc Donn]], Clarke of the Exchequery
* [[Master]] [[Robyrt of Watersyde]]
* [[Master]] [[Wilhelm von Gruner]], the Far Traveler
* [[HL]] [[Arnora in Harfagra]]
* [[Lady]] [[Symonne la Merciere]]


===Site Committee===
Aquaterra became a Barony on September 1st, AS XXXI/1996.
* [[Baroness]] [[Arianne Farnsworth of Falconmoors]]
* [[Master]] [[Baron]] [[John Bowslayer]]
* [[Master]] [[Robert of Watersyde]]


===Champions===
In 2023, the Barony of Aquaterra petitioned to "adopt" (annex) the area of the shire of [[Midhaven]]. In Febuary of 2024, it was announced that this had been approved, and the zipcodes that formerly made up Midhaven were included into Aquaterra.
* Champion Heavy Fighter: [[Owain ap Llewelyn]]
* Champion Archer: [[HL]] [[Geoffroi FitzGeorge]]
* Rapier Champion: [[Mecia Reposa]]
* Champion of Arts & Sciences: [[Crinoc Donn|Crínóc Donn ui Laoghaire]]
* Champion Marksman: [[HL Tacye of Maple]]
* Bardic Champion: [[Roger Gridley]]
* Games Champion: [[Katla Mani]]
* Youth Combat Champion: [[Leo le Firse]]


===Ambassadors===
[https://soundcloud.com/max-newman-748686375/aquaterra-the-green-the-white-and-blue-acoustic A song] written for Aquaterra's 20th anniversary.
* '''To East Kingdom''': [[Lord]] [[Timo Schuzzilwenst]] & [[Lady]] [[Ämy verch Rychard]]
* '''Ambassador at Large''': [[Styrr Óláfsson]] inn-[[Hersir]]


== Coronets ==
== Coronets ==
* '''Julian and Arianne''', Founding Baron & Baroness, 1 Sep 1996/XXXI - 25 Jan 2003/XXXVII
* '''[[Julian and Arianne (Aquaterra)|Julian and Arianne]]''', Founding Baron & Baroness, 1 Sep 1996/XXXI - 25 Jan 2003/XXXVII
* '''Andreu and Fiamma''', Second Baron & Baroness, 25 Jan 2003/XXXVII - 28 Jan 2006/XL
* '''[[Andreu and Fiamma (Aquaterra)|Andreu and Fiamma]]''', Second Baron & Baroness, 25 Jan 2003/XXXVII - 28 Jan 2006/XL
* '''Hauk and Rosamund''', Third (and current) Baron & Baroness, 28 Jan 2006/XL - ''Present''
* '''[[Hauk and Rosamund (Aquaterra)|Hauk and Rosamund]]''', Third Baron & Baroness, 28 Jan 2006/XL -  Dec 3, 2011/XLVI
* '''[[Steinolf and Sineidin (Aquaterra)|Steinolf and Sineidin]]''', Fourth Baron & Baroness, Dec 3, 2011/XLVI) - July 18 2015/L
* '''[[Bryson and  Angharad (Aquaterra)|Bryson and Angharad]]''', Fifth Baron & Baroness, July 18 2015/L - Jan 26 2019/LIV
* '''[[Geirleikr and Zahra (Aquaterra)|Geirleikr and Zahra]]''', Sixth Baron & Baroness, Jan 26 2019/LIV - 25 Jan 2025/LIX
* '''[[Már Skál and Tabitta (Aquaterra)|Már Skál and Tabitta]]'''. Seventh Baron & Baroness, 25 Jan 2025/LIX - ''Present''
 
==Past Officers ==
For current officers, please visit the official [https://aquaterra.antir.org/baronial-officers/ Barony of Aquaterra website].
 
[[Aquaterra Past Officers]]
 
==Champions==
The most up-to-date information regarding champions may be found on the [http://op.antirheralds.org/index.php An Tir Order of Precedence].
 
[[Aquaterra Champions]]


== Awards ==
= Awards of the Barony of Aquaterra =
===Service Awards===
* '''Order of the Silver Dolphin'''
This is a first level service award. The person being considered to receive this award should have played in the Barony for a minimum of a year and have consistently participated in work parties, volunteered for event functions such as gate, constabulary, marshaling, etc., been willing to do set up and/or take down for events and other functions, and just generally been ready and able to offer a helping hand without being prodded.


* '''Order of the Golden Estoille''' (formerly called the Order of the Star Fish)
The Barony of Aquaterra bestows the following awards in recognition of service, artistry, hospitality, martial contributions, youth excellence, and other special merits.
This is the second level service award. A person being considered to receive this award has probably played with the Barony more than five years and has consistently given of his or her time and talents during that entire time. This person may have held several offices or autocratted many events or cooked many feasts, or may even have been a member of the Sergeantry for several years. He or she should have already received a Silver Dolphin.


* '''Order of the Green Bear'''
== Service Awards ==
This is a new award and is regarded as a third level service award. We do not expect to give out more than 3 or 4 of these awards during any 12-month period of time. The person being considered for this award would have a long history of consistent selfless service to the Barony and would probably already have been given a Silver Dolphin and a Golden Estoille or have performed an unusual and outstanding service which was beyond the usual level of expectation of one of our members.


===Arts and Science Awards===
=== [[Silver Dolphin (Aquaterra)]] ===
* '''Order of the Plate''' (formerly called the Order of the Sand Dollar)
This is the first level arts and sciences award. Again, a person who is being considered for this award should have been playing with the Barony for at least 12 months and is always ready to contribute to the beauty of events through decorations, the knowledge base of the Barony through participating in arts and sciences contests and/or through teaching his or her skills to others.


* '''Order of the Blue Stag'''
''Blazon:'' Azure, a dolphin and a bordure nebuly argent 
This is the second level arts and sciences award. A person who is being considered for this award should have already received a Plate and have played with the Barony for more than five years. He or she should have a long history of consistently being available to teach or otherwise share his or her skills or knowledge. He or she has probably held office as Baronial scribe, herald, minister of arts and sciences, or one of the deputy positions such as bardic or dance deputy. He or she may have won championships within our own or other branches, or taught Ithra classes. He or she may have made items of regalia. He or she may be a Courtier within the Sergeantry for several years.
First-level service award for individuals who consistently volunteer, support event setup/takedown, or assist in roles like gate and marshaling.


* '''Order of the Kraken'''
=== [[Golden Estoile (Aquaterra)]] ===
This is another new award and is the third level arts and sciences award. Again, we do not expect to give out more than 3 or 4 of these awards during any 12-month period of time. The person being considered for this award would have a long history of consistent selfless artistic service to the Barony and would probably already have been given a plate and a Blue Stag or have exhibited an unusual and outstanding talent or knowledge base beyond the usual level of expectation of one of our members. He or She would have taken joy in sharing the fruits of his or her labors for the glory of the Barony by providing regalia items and/or event prizes. He or she would spend time helping others become proficient within the arts and sciences of the middle ages.
''Blazon:'' Azure, an estoile within a bordure nebuly Or 
Second-level service award for sustained contributions such as holding offices, stewarding events, or feast preparation.


===Youth Awards===
=== [[Green Bear (Aquaterra)]] ===
(youth awards are available only to those who are less than 16 years of age and have played with the Barony for more than a year)
''Blazon:'' Or, a bear sejant erect affronty and a bordure nebuly vert 
* '''Order of the Sea Horse'''
Third-level award for long-term, exceptional service or contributions well beyond expectation.
This is a service award. The youth who is being considered for this award would be one who actively volunteers to help others by doing such tasks as water-bearing, running errands, and helping set up or take down event sites.


* '''Order of the Butterfly'''
== Arts and Sciences Awards ==
This is an arts and sciences award. The youth who is being considered for this award is not only interested in creating arts and sciences items and entering arts and sciences competitions, but also is willing to teach his or her skills to others.


* '''Order of the Red Boar'''
=== [[Plate#Order_of_the_Plate_(Aquaterra)|Order of the Plate (Aquaterra)]] ===
This is a new award given for chivalry. The youth who is being considered for this award displays all the courtesy, care and honor expected from a gentle person, not only for those who are older but also to his peers. Many of our young people know and are willing to extend the proper forms of address, exemplary manners, and great respect to those around them, and we feel that this attitude should not only be encouraged, but should be celebrated.
''Blazon:'' Gules, a sea-urchin contourny Or sustaining a plate within a bordure nebuly Or 
Entry-level award for visible contributions to A&S including decoration, displays, or teaching.


== External Links ==
=== [[Blue_Stag#Blue_Stag_(Aquaterra)|Blue Stag (Aquaterra)]] ===
* [http://aquaterra.antir.sca.org/ Aquaterra website]


''Blazon:'' Argent, a stag lodged contourny azure attired Or and a bordure nebuly azure 
Second-level A&S award for long-term teachers, regalia creators, and those who visibly contribute to the artistic life of the Barony.


== See Also ==
=== [[Blue Kraken (Aquaterra)]] ===
* [http://wiki.antir.sca.org/index.php?title=Category:Aquaterrans An Tir wiki category for Aquaterra populace]
''Blazon:'' Or, a kraken and a bordure nebuly azure 
Third-level A&S award recognizing dedication to the arts and inspiring others.
 
=== [[Heron's Quill (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' (Fieldless) A feather fesswise within and conjoined to an annulet argent 
Awarded for outstanding service to the scribal community including scroll creation, charter work, and teaching.
 
== Youth Awards ==
 
=== [[Order of the Green Seahorse (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' Or, a seahorse and a bordure nebuly vert 
Awarded to youth for service such as water-bearing, setup assistance, or volunteering.
 
=== [[Order of the Red Boar (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' Argent, a boar statant to sinister and a bordure nebuly gules 
Awarded to youth who consistently demonstrate chivalry, courtesy, and honor.
 
=== [[Order of the Butterfly (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' Azure, a butterfly Or marked sable within a bordure nebuly Or 
Recognizes artistic participation and teaching among the Barony’s youth.
 
== Martial & Baronial Support ==
 
=== [[Shield of St. Ursul (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' Vert, in fess a bear rampant contourny barry wavy argent and azure sustaining an escutcheon, a bordure nebuly Or 
Awarded for improving and supporting the martial community of Aquaterra through service or training.
 
== Special Honors ==
 
=== [[The Order of the Falcon's Talon (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' (Fieldless) In pale a falcon’s foot couped argent sustaining a sun Or eclipsed azure 
Highest honor in the Barony; given for lifetime achievement and devotion to Aquaterra. A polling order.
 
=== [[Raven’s Gem (Aquaterra)]] === 
''Blazon:'' (Fieldless) A raven’s head erased contourny sable maintaining a bezant 
Recognizes generous donations of time, treasure, or skill that contribute to Aquaterra’s renown.
 
=== [[Merchant Commendation (Aquaterra)]] === 
No blazon. Given to merchants who enhance the atmosphere and hospitality of Aquaterra events.


== Historical Awards ==
A list of [[Aquaterra Historical Awards]] — awards given in the past (appear on the OP) but not currently used, retired awards, or awards registered but never given.


=External Links=
* [https://aquaterra.antir.org/ The official Barony of Aquaterra Website]
* [https://www.facebook.com/barony.of.aq?fref=ts Official Barony of Aquaterra Facebook Page]
=See Also=
* [http://wiki.antir.sca.org/index.php?title=Category:Aquaterrans An Tir wiki category for Aquaterra populace]
* There is an unofficial (but heavily used) Aquaterra Facebook Group. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/PopulaceOfAquaterra Barony of Aquaterra - Populace Group - Unofficial]
* There is an unofficial (but increasingly used) Aquaterra Discord server. 
* [http://www.librarything.com/catalog/aquaterra Aquaterra Book Catalog]


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Latest revision as of 17:06, 18 October 2025

Device

Per fess vert and barry wavy argent and azure, in chief three laurel wreaths argent.
Information
Location: Western Region
Modern Location: Snohomish, Skagit, and San Juan counties
Date Founded: Barony founded September 1st, AS XXXI/1996
Populace Badge

Per pale wavy barry wavy argent and azure and vert.

The Barony of Aquaterra is located in the Western Region of An Tir. It encompasses Snohomish County and Camano Island, Washington.

The Canton of Bearwood is a part of Aquaterra. The former Shire of Midhaven is now included in Aquaterra.

Activities

Recurring Events

Past Recurring Events

Other Events

Meetings

The barony hosts a wide variety of regular functions, including socials, arts & sciences, practices and business meetings. The type and details of meetings may vary over time to accommodate the needs and desires of the community; always check the baronial website for the most up-to-date information; this information is usually available on the Calendar page.

Social Meeting

The Social Meetings are an opportunity for members of the community to gather and socialize; there is usually no specific focus or theme, nor is garb required or discouraged. Activities in the past have included:

  • Dance Practice
  • Page School
  • Scroll Painting
  • Business discussion

Arts & Sciences Gathering

The Arts & Sciences gatherings give folks a chance to get together to work on and share A&S projects they are currently undertaking. It’s an opportunity to teach, learn, or just socialize while working on your own projects.

Business Meeting

The business meetings are gatherings where the community may review past events & activities in the month, present officer reports, and share other business-related information. They are generally held on the last Tuesday of the month, unless they are adjusted for a conflict. All members of the community are welcome and encouraged to attend; garb is not required, nor specifically discouraged. If an individual seeks more information, they are encouraged to contact the current Seneschal.

Newcomers Meetings

The Newcomers Meet and Greets are a great way for those new to the SCA or Barony to meet folks, and lean about the possibilities the society offers. However, you don't have to be a newcomer to attend - all are encouraged, and garb is not required.

Please see the Aquaterra Web Site calendar for locations of the Newcomer's Meeting, as it's location moves.

Practice

Aquaterra host a variety of practices for martial activities. Regular practices include:

  • Heavy Fighting
  • Rapier Fighting
  • Archery and Thrown Weapons
  • Youth Armored Combat

Please check the Aquaterra Web Site calendar for locations and types of practices, as their location and occurrence can vary both over time and by time of year.

History

A prior branch, the Canton of En Tice, was mentioned in the Crier in April 1974. A later mention in July located it in Everett. Another prior branch, the Shire of Black Fens (incipient in the July 1978 Crier), covered Lake Stevens/Silver Lake.

"Event at Jess Roe's place summer of '78 was my first "didn't come with relatives" event. It was a equestrian event / principality? event. Became Jess Roe's dogsbody instead of Little bears. As I recall about the dirt and water beginnings ? several discussions about wanting to "crowd fund" $ for a period pavilion and camping display at Bob's (Robert of Waterside) place in Everett, the haunt of geek in costume, we'd been a small group attending mostly Seattle stuff but they were giving us shit about "you have to give us any money you raise and WE get to decide how it's spent- cause you guys aren't a real group". 1979- 1980 Exploration showed we needed 3 adult (16 or older) paid memberships to qualify as a Canton, had to hold 2 public event per year before being upgraded to a Shire. Neither Jenna or I was old enough so we called Bob's daughter (can't remember if it was Amber or Lynnette) Bob said he'd pay her membership cost if she'd let him list her at his address. Bob, Myrnnen, and their daughter first 3 members of the Canton. Had to have been 1980 because by 1981 Jenna or I'd have been old enough to be one of the 3 needed." —Loki Bruen Von Redstone

So, apparently Canton status occurred in 1980.

"I think the first qualified event was Micheal Long and Abdul the Half- Crazed allowed us to Co-host a peasants revel day in a park in Seattle. It wasn't a total disaster but was a learning experience." —Loki Bruen Von Redstone

In answer to a question According to Master Robyrt of Watersyde, "Aquaterra was granted an incipient Shire status in August of 1981. Elevated to Shire at September Crown 1981. This happened so fast because the Kingdom Seneschal was a very good friend of my older Daughter, Lady Amber." The first event held by the shire in the Crier didn't occur until Jan 1983, when they held the fist Ursulmas. The shire was listed as a group in the regional calendar of the Crier #129 (Oct, 1982), and notably was not listed under "groups reported" in Crier #126, July 1982, although they may not have come to the attention of the Crier until publishing their first event.

Aquaterra became a Barony on September 1st, AS XXXI/1996.

In 2023, the Barony of Aquaterra petitioned to "adopt" (annex) the area of the shire of Midhaven. In Febuary of 2024, it was announced that this had been approved, and the zipcodes that formerly made up Midhaven were included into Aquaterra.

A song written for Aquaterra's 20th anniversary.

Coronets

Past Officers

For current officers, please visit the official Barony of Aquaterra website.

Aquaterra Past Officers

Champions

The most up-to-date information regarding champions may be found on the An Tir Order of Precedence.

Aquaterra Champions

Awards of the Barony of Aquaterra

The Barony of Aquaterra bestows the following awards in recognition of service, artistry, hospitality, martial contributions, youth excellence, and other special merits.

Service Awards

Silver Dolphin (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Azure, a dolphin and a bordure nebuly argent First-level service award for individuals who consistently volunteer, support event setup/takedown, or assist in roles like gate and marshaling.

Golden Estoile (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Azure, an estoile within a bordure nebuly Or Second-level service award for sustained contributions such as holding offices, stewarding events, or feast preparation.

Green Bear (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Or, a bear sejant erect affronty and a bordure nebuly vert Third-level award for long-term, exceptional service or contributions well beyond expectation.

Arts and Sciences Awards

Order of the Plate (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Gules, a sea-urchin contourny Or sustaining a plate within a bordure nebuly Or Entry-level award for visible contributions to A&S including decoration, displays, or teaching.

Blue Stag (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Argent, a stag lodged contourny azure attired Or and a bordure nebuly azure Second-level A&S award for long-term teachers, regalia creators, and those who visibly contribute to the artistic life of the Barony.

Blue Kraken (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Or, a kraken and a bordure nebuly azure Third-level A&S award recognizing dedication to the arts and inspiring others.

Heron's Quill (Aquaterra)

Blazon: (Fieldless) A feather fesswise within and conjoined to an annulet argent Awarded for outstanding service to the scribal community including scroll creation, charter work, and teaching.

Youth Awards

Order of the Green Seahorse (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Or, a seahorse and a bordure nebuly vert Awarded to youth for service such as water-bearing, setup assistance, or volunteering.

Order of the Red Boar (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Argent, a boar statant to sinister and a bordure nebuly gules Awarded to youth who consistently demonstrate chivalry, courtesy, and honor.

Order of the Butterfly (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Azure, a butterfly Or marked sable within a bordure nebuly Or Recognizes artistic participation and teaching among the Barony’s youth.

Martial & Baronial Support

Shield of St. Ursul (Aquaterra)

Blazon: Vert, in fess a bear rampant contourny barry wavy argent and azure sustaining an escutcheon, a bordure nebuly Or Awarded for improving and supporting the martial community of Aquaterra through service or training.

Special Honors

The Order of the Falcon's Talon (Aquaterra)

Blazon: (Fieldless) In pale a falcon’s foot couped argent sustaining a sun Or eclipsed azure Highest honor in the Barony; given for lifetime achievement and devotion to Aquaterra. A polling order.

Raven’s Gem (Aquaterra)

Blazon: (Fieldless) A raven’s head erased contourny sable maintaining a bezant Recognizes generous donations of time, treasure, or skill that contribute to Aquaterra’s renown.

Merchant Commendation (Aquaterra)

No blazon. Given to merchants who enhance the atmosphere and hospitality of Aquaterra events.

Historical Awards

A list of Aquaterra Historical Awards — awards given in the past (appear on the OP) but not currently used, retired awards, or awards registered but never given.

External Links

See Also

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