Aquaterra
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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.
Activities
Recurring Events
- Ursulmas
- Aquaterra All Champions
- Boars Hunt
- Banner War
- Good Yule
- Aquaterra Sergeantry Trials
- Aquaterra Ithras
Past Recurring Events
- Aquaterra Day of Dance (last held 2010)
- Art of War (last held 2017)
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
The barony hosts a wide variety of regular functions, ranging from socials to practices to 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
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. 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.
History
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."
Aquaterra became a Barony on September 1st, AS XXXI/1996.
A song written for Aquaterra's 20th anniversary.
Coronets
- 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
- Hauk and Rosamund, Third Baron & Baroness, 28 Jan 2006/XL - Dec 3, 2011/XLVI
- Steinolf and Sineidin, Fourth Baron & Baroness, Dec 3, 2011/XLVI) - July 18 2015/L
- Bryson and Angharad, Fifth Baron & Baroness, July 18 2015/L - July 26 2019/LIV
- Geirleikr and Zahra, Sixth Baron & Baroness, July 26 2019/LIV - 25 Jan 2025/LIX
- Már Skál and Tabitta. Seventh Baron & Baroness, 25 Jan 2025/LIX - Present
Past Officers
For current officers, please visit the official Barony of Aquaterra website.
Champions
The most up-to-date information regarding champions may be found on the An Tir Order of Precedence.
Thanks to the full access to both sources, here is a fully updated and accurate Awards section for the An Tir Culture Wiki page for the Barony of Aquaterra, combining:
What’s listed on the An Tir Culture Wiki
What’s listed on the Aquaterra Baronial Website
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Final Updated Wiki Code – Awards Section for Barony of Aquaterra
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
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
No blazon. Given to merchants who enhance the atmosphere and hospitality of Aquaterra events.
External Links
See Also
- An Tir wiki category for Aquaterra populace
- There is an unofficial (but heavily used) Aquaterra Facebook Group. Barony of Aquaterra - Populace Group - Unofficial
- There is an unofficial (but increasingly used) Aquaterra Discord server.