Seagirt
The Barony of Seagirt (Victoria, B.C.) is located in the Principality of Tir Righ. It is co-located with two institutional branches, the College of Saint Giles (currently dormant) and the Port of Crickstow-on-Sea.
Ruling Baron & Baroness
- Ming Lum Pee and Elina Karsdottir - April 12, 2008 AS 42 (current)
- James Llewellyn ap Gruffyd and Glynis Fawr - January 10, 2004 AS 38
- William (Liam) MacBrennan and Nadezhda Toranova - January 13, 2001 AS 35
- Uilliam mac Ailene mhic Seamuis and Theocharista Irene Doukaina - July 18, 1998 AS 33
Historical Summary
- 1976 AS 10 Shire founded
- 1997 AS 31 Feb Attempt to form ISLAND Barony failed. MORATORIUM on Baronial Discussion imposed by Senschalate
- 1997 AS 32 Dec MORATORIUM lifted after proposal to council by Margaree and James citing moratorium on Baronial discussion was re: ISLAND barony only. Nothing forbids exclusive Seagirt baronial discussion
- 1998 AS 32 Spring - Baronial Bid completed and candidates named:
Mathieu de Chadeau de Montblanc & Maggdalene Duprie James the Tormentor & Annika van Heusden Thorin Olafsson & Kyndra Olafsson (dropped out of race midway) William the Marine & Riognach of Ruantallan (later Theocharista)
- 1998 AS 33 July 18 Elevated to Barony - William the Mariner and Riognach of Ruantallan named Baron and Baroness
- 2000 AS 35 Oct First Seagirtian Baronial Re-affirmation Poll held
- 2000 AS 35 Nov Baron Uilliam and Baroness Theocharista make decison to step down
- 2000 AS 35 Dec Baronial Selection Process commenced and candidates named:
James Llewellyn ap Gruffydd William MacBrennan & Nadhezdha Torinova Brokk & Turpin Cathal Seab Occonlauin & Judith de Montgomerie
- 2001 AS 35 Jan Twelfth Night in Seagirt (James Llewellyn ap Gruffydd autocrat)
Coronation of Davin & Groa held in Victoria Conservatory of Music (converted cathedral). Queen's Rapier tournament held in St Andrews elementary school 1 block away.
- 2001 AS 35 Jan - William MacBrennan and Nadezdha Toranova named Baron and Baroness
- 2003 AS 37 Mar William and Nadhezdha forego Baronial Re-affirmation Poll and plan to step down at Twelfth Night
- 2003 AS 37 Apr Baronial Selection Process commenced and candidates named:
James Llewellyn ap Gruffydd & Glynis Fawr
- 2003 AS 38 Jul With only one couple named, Baronial Support Poll conducted at SST
- 2004 AS 38 Jan Twelfth Night in Ocean Shores - James & Glynis named Baron and Baroness
- 2006 AS 40 Dec Baronial Re-affirmation held - B&B passed
- 2008 AS 42 Jan James and Tangwystl plan to step down at April Coronet
- 2008 AS 42 Feb Baronial Selection Process commenced and candidates named:
Ming Lum Pee & Elina Karsdottir Allan Robbins & Makayla Brand Hucbald ap Urp & Morgaine Essex
- 2008 AS 42 Apr Tir Righ Coronet in Seagirt - Ming & Elina Baron and Baroness
Major Events
- Daffodil Tournament - Originally held in February (Valentines Day), was premier An Tir tournament of the season. Traditionally the winner went on to become An Tir sovereign. Later moved to March to avoid conflict with Estrella War and to improve weather expectations. Advent of Ursulmas in January removed 'premier' status. Held at James Bay Community Center for many years. As numbers grew was moved to Bay Street armouries twice and then to Saanich Fairgrounds. Two Daffodils (2003 autocrat James, 2004 autocrat Theocharista) held at Sanscha Hall in Sidney. Returned to Saanich Fairgrounds by Lenora when Sanscha Hall reduced Non-profit discount dramatically.
- Sealion War - Originally held on Easter weekend as Bitterwaters (Salt Spring) War. The annual war between Lions Gate and Seagirt. Early date was designed to weed out the lesser hardy people and provide for a truly fierce war. Bitterwaters became unpopular in early 90's mostly due to weather and some political fall-out. Was replaced by Bog War (1990) in Lions Gate with the idea that the event should then move back and forth annually to be fair. 1993 was renamed Sealion War and held later in the year to avoid weather (first mid June war). As event was held at Taylor Arm (autocrat James Llewellyn ap Gruffydd) passed Port Alberni it poured. 1993 was final attempt to return to traditonal Bitterwaters site but met with much strife and bad weather. Sealion became current form in 1996. With advent of Barony status, war points discussed and agreed upon annually by both coronets prior to acceptance. Traditionally Lions Gate war points passed at LG council. Seagirt war points approved by B&B only. When Tir Righ Investiture moved into May in 2004, Seagirt claimed the second weekend in June as the war date.
- Seagirt Sergeants Trials - First trials held in 1999 at South Vancouver Island Ranger Station (autocrat James Llewellyn ap Gruffydd). Tried in August a few times opposite Lions Gates Sgts. Thereafter moved to July and held at Camp Barnard. Now held on last FULL weekend in July.
- SST Originally called Seagirt SECRET Tournament now called Seagirt SUMMER Tournament. Event was often published in newsletter in code so that only those who truly wanted to find it would show up. Baron Gerhard of Lions Gate showed up at the first one. Desire was to have a tournament where a LOCAL person would win a title and be responsible for championing their cause here at home all year long. Original rules stated winner could NOT succeed themselves. Non-residents are permitted to compete and win prizes but NOT the title. In the event that a non-resident wins, the highest ranking local is given the title. If a local wins more than one they must CHOOSE which title they will hold. The second place finisher in the endeavour they do not choose is awarded that title. Now held in mid August at Camp Barnard. Over the years new champions were added: Heavy, Rapier, A&S, Archery. (Boffer champion was discontinued due to lack of involvement). Previous champions create format and run tournament to choose their successor.
- Seagirt Yule - December. Seagirt celebration of Christmas and now final trials for Baron's Scholars. Historical activities included the kissing bush, gift exchange and dessert potluck (Feast of the Immaculate Confection). Traditionally held second week of December after Lionsd Gates Baroness' Tournament.
Awards
- The Beacon of Insula Magna
- The Spirit of Violante
- The Bear
- The Narwhal
- The Sea Otter
- The Seagull
- The Rock
- The Silent Hammer
- The Silent Harp
- The Orca
Past Events of Note
- Gentle Arts event
- Lovers Revel
- End of the Mundane Year Tournament