Aquaterra

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Information
Location: Western Region
Modern Location: Snohomish, Skagit, and San Juan counties
Date Founded: Barony founded September 1st, AS XXXI/1996
Populace Badge

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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. 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, 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

"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

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.

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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