Author: Attia Prima

On June 27, 2022, Their Majesties Sven and Rauokinn of An Tir, issued the following sanction against Sandra Davis, also known in the Society as Isolde de la Vielle a Roue.  Banishment from the Royal Presence.  A Banishment from the Royal Presence precludes attendance any Royal Court or any meetings where the Crown is present.  This sanction does not preclude participation in any other activities.

Greetings to the Kingdoms of the West, An Tir, and all our friends coming to war!

For the War to be fun and safe for everyone, we are asking that all attendees be respectful and cognizant of the ongoing COVID pandemic. Please keep the following in mind as you prepare for, and attend, the event.

• Please do not attend the event if you are ill.  If you think it is allergies, it very well may not be. Test before you attend if you are unsure.
  
• Have a mask on you.  Although masks are not required for the event, they may be required in individual encampments.  If someone asks you to put a mask on before entering their encampment, please respect that.
  
• Official camps (Baronial, Shire etc) Royal Encampments, Court, War areas, Equestrian areas may not require masks.  It can be requested, but not required.
  
• Treat everyone with respect. Consent is key, always. Ask before hugging even if you’ve hugged them for years as things do change
  
• Please be respectful of all event staff as they execute their roles. They are working hard to bring you the best event possible. Harassment of staff and others will not be tolerated, and you may be asked to leave site. 

Remember, you can be anything, so be kind. Let grace and patience be your watch words. We have all been through a traumatic time and we are still trying to heal. Let’s make this event truly memorable for all the joy and comradery experienced.  We look forward to seeing all of you at war!

Attia Prima, OP, Kingdom Seneschal AnTir / Katrina Yarbrough, OP Kingdom Incoming Seneschal West

Seneschal@antir.org; Seneschal@westkingdom.org

This policy was announced at May Crown and incorporated into Kingdom Law.

Q: Is the $25.00 on top of event fees?

A: Yes.

Q: Is this for local events?

A: This is for Kingdom and Crown events. A local branch may use it as a template.

Q: Why a merchant policy?

A: The Kingdom saw a need to help serve the Event Stewards of the Kingdom in working with merchants.

Q: Why isn’t AnTir/West War included?

A: AnTir/West is an extremely expensive event to run. It also has it’s own Financial Policy approved by the Board.

Any other questions please reach out directly to the Kingdom Seneschal. This is a living document and will be modified as needed. The hope is to build a standard merchant registration form for the Kingdom to use in the future.

• Attia Prima, OP
  Kingdom Seneschal, AnTir
• seneschal@antir.org

Merchant Policy – AnTir Kingdom/Crown Events

Merchants are a time honored tradition at events both large and small, but as sites get more expensive and more restrictive in the allowed activities, it is important to outline Kingdom Policy in regards to merchant activities at events.  Kingdom/Crown level events are increasingly popular for merchants as they have the greatest opportunity and attendance for the merchants.  Event Stewards and merchants all need to have an awareness of the balance in an event for merchants to be profitable, while not impacting the overall event functionality.

Event Steward Responsibilities:

• Create Merchant Application Packet
• Create Merchant Agreement (with specific site provisions, if needed)
• Delegate Merchant Coordinator
• Ensure site has space for merchant activities
• Be the second level contact in any grievance
• Determine if merchant jurying will be part of the process for your event and what purpose the jurying supports for the event.    

  Examples of jurying purposes:

• Event site limitations that could affect merchant activities.  For example: noise constraints affecting blacksmithing, fire constraints affecting food merchants, rules/regulations preventing display or sale of items (crossbows, etc.)

• Selecting only merchants with period wares or period booths

• Selecting merchants who support the theme of the event (a particular era, region or activity)

• Publish in all applicable venues information regarding merchants including not limited to:
  • Event Steward contact information and response expectations
  • Merchant Coordinator contact information and response expectations
  • Applicable application dates
  • Site restrictions in regards to merchant activities (I.e. for example, No food/beverage merchants, availability of electrical drops, Wi-Fi access etc.)

• Fees and special arrangements specifically for merchants

• Jurying guidelines, if applicable

• Provide a section in the Event Report that includes merchant activities
• If more merchants apply to an event than the capacity of the event can accommodate, the event steward is the arbiter of which merchants will attend.  This selection can be through first-come/ first-serve, lottery or other method at the discretion of the event steward.

Merchant Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Receive merchant application packets
  • Confirm fees paid are correct
  • Confirm application is complete
• Jury potential merchants, if applicable
• Promptly confirm application receipt to merchants
• Promptly confirm jurying decisions and space reservations with merchants
• Notify all merchants whether they’ll be able to merchant at the event or not.  Accepted/juried merchants will be sent a notification to pay the merchant pre-registration fee via PayPal
• Consistently and timely respond to all merchant inquiries.
• Work with Exchequer to promptly refund any necessary fees
• Keep all application packets on file, and provide copies to the Event Steward
• Set up and map merchant space, communicate set up to Event Steward and merchants
• Be the first contact for any grievance
• Communicate all disputes and resolutions to Event Steward promptly.
• Provide the Event Steward with a written report of merchant activities as soon as possible post event.

Merchant Responsibilities:

• Fill out the online merchant form published by the Event Steward                
• Comply with all conditions outlined in application
• Pay applicable fees. 
  • Standard Kingdom fee for merchanting: $25
  • Events like AnTir West War with significantly higher costs will determine their fee as appropriate to the event budget
• Comply with published dates for application deadlines
• Read entire application contact the Merchant Coordinator with any questions

With regard to issue and/or dispute resolution, communicate first with the Merchant Coordinator.  If the Merchant Coordinator has not responded after 48 to 72 hours beyond the published expected response time, you may then contact the Event Steward.

• Follow the communication and mediation procedure outlined in the Merchant Policy (below)
• Load in and load out are the sole responsibility of the merchant and must be done within the published times of the event.
• Arrive on site no earlier than posted gate opening time for merchants published for the event
• Be off site no later than the posted end time published for the event.
• Decisions on merchant jurying are the purview of the Event Steward and Merchant Coordinator and are only subject to appeal before the application deadline.
• Awarded merchant space is non-transferable and cannot be shared with any other merchant.

Communication, Dispute Resolution and Mediation

• Any jurying decisions are only appealable before the application deadline.
• Any disputes must be first addressed to the Merchant Coordinator.      
• If the issue is not resolve the Merchant Coordinator, an appeal may be made to the Event Steward’s decision is final and must be complied with  at the Event.
• If there is a continuing dispute regarding decisions made by the Event Steward at the Event, the Kingdom Events Deputy should be consulted after the conclusion of the Event.

The updated version of Kingdom Law has been published to the website. Below are the changes that have been outlined. Please reach out to the seneschal’s office if you have questions. – Attia

Kingdom Law Change:  May 2022

ARTICLE I THE LAW

Article I.A. The Word of the Crown now reads:

The Word of the Crown is Law. The Crown acknowledges, and is subject to, modern law, the governing documents of the Society, and the current written Laws of An Tir. The Crown shall be cognizant of the rights and privileges of its vassals and subjects by tradition, custom and usage, as well as the Society and Kingdom values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with the goal of a healthy and safe environment for the Populace.

Article I.F. Additional Handbooks:

Inserted:  13) The An Tir Merchant Policy, covering policies and procedures for merchanting at Crown and Kingdom level events.

ARTICLE II THE ROYALTY

Article II.C Succession, Abdication, and Failure to Reign

All references to the term “prospective consort” have been changed to “inspiration”

All references to the terms “Sovereign” have been changed to “Crown”

All references to the terms “Sovereign and Consort” have been changed to “Crown”

All references to the terms “Heir and Consort” have been changed to “Heirs and Royal Heirs”

Under section 3) paragraph b the paragraph has been changed to read:

If the Royal Heirs elect to abdicate, or if the Crown Tournament is invalidated for any reason, a new Crown Tournament shall be called at the beginning of the Coronation event. This tournament shall be limited to those combatants and inspirations who competed in the previous Crown Tournament, and who presently meet the requirements to enter the Crown Lists. The previous victors may be barred from the tournament at the Crown’s discretion. The winners of this Crown Tournament shall be crowned at this event.

Under section 4) paragraph iv the paragraph has been changed to read:

        If the Crown officially abdicates after The Royal Heirs have been chosen, in consultation with the Regent, the Royal Heirs may elect to immediately step into the role of Crown, foregoing or deferring a formal coronation OR the Regent may crown the Heirs at the next scheduled Coronation event.

Article II.C Paragraph 1(h) has been changed to reflect the majority age to 19 from 18.

ARTICLE III. OFFICERS OF COURT AND STATE

Article III.A Officers of the Court and State paragraph 1(b) has been changed to reflect the majority age from 18 to 19

Addition of paragraph D

Be cognizant of the Society and Kingdom values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with the goal of a healthy and safe environment for the Populace.

Article III.B Officer of Court

Addition of paragraph F

Per Kingdom Financial Policy Kingdom Champions shall be exempt from event fees at all Crown and Kingdom events.

Article III.C paragraph 3 (f) removed “Officers should” it now reads:

Attend the four Crown events each year, and report at Curia meetings.

Article III.C paragraph 4(e) Removed “in all regions per TRMs request that it is mandatory for all judges to attend this class at least once.”

Article III.C paragraph 4(f)(4) addition of …subject to the approval of the Crown.

Article III.C paragraph 5(i)(2) now reads:

The Royal Chamberlain Inventory Deputy shall: Maintain and inventory the Royal Regalia. A completed inventory form shall be signed by the Royal Chamberlain, the Crown and the Royal Heirs at each Coronation event, or as soon as possible thereafter. Maintain insurance on regalia items. Maintain a secured storage facility for regalia not currently being used.

Article III.C paragraph 5(i)(3) and (4) New paragraphs added:

The Awards Tokens Coordinator shall: Coordinate with the Crown or its representatives in order and maintain a sufficient supply of medallions and other tokens given by the Crown.  

The Royal Chamberlain Regalia Deputy shall: Solicit bids for the repair or replacement of existing regalia items, or the creation of new ones. Serve on the Royal Regalia Commission. 

ARTICLE IV PRECEDENCE, AWARDS, AND ORDERS

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir New paragraph added as (a)

The Crown may create new Kingdom level awards and/or modify existing Kingdom level awards during their reign.  Any award that is intended to carry with it an Award of Arms or a Grant of Arms must be registered through the College of Heralds per Corpora, Section VIII B 2 & 5.

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (2)(a) added “on behalf of the Crown”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (2)(b) added:

The Principality Coronets shall request permission from the Crown at the commencement of the Crown’s reign.

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (2)(c) added: “given by the Principality Coronets”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (5)(c)(1) added: “after consultation with”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (5)(c)(2) removed the paragraph regarding the Order of the

  White Scarf.  Added “This order is closed.”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (6)(c)(d)(e)(f) added:  Definitions for “Sanguine Thorn; Griffe

  et du Leon; L’Esperon Et Du Leon and Sable Pheon.”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(b)(3) now reads:

The Order of the Rose: Membership to this Order is offered by the Crown to those who have completed serving a term as the member of the Crown who acted as inspiration in the Crown Tournament. Members of this order are charged with encouraging chivalric and courteous behavior among all members of the Society.

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(b)(4) now reads:

The Order of Valorous Estate: Membership to this order is offered by the reigning Principality Coronet to those who have completed serving a term as a member of the Principality Coronet who acted as inspiration in the Coronet Tournament. Members of this order are charged with encouraging chivalric and courteous behavior among all members of the Society.

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph all references to either the Sovereign or Royal Consort now

  reads as “Crown” or “the Crown.”

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8(13) now reads:

The Iron Chain is given by the Crown for deeds of true courage and bravery in the face of personal and real danger.

  Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(15) now reads:

The Belated Rose is given by the Crown after consultation with the Orders of the Rose and the Valorous Estate for courteous and courtly behavior.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(17) now reads:

The Mano d’Oro may be given by the Crown after consultation with the Minister of Arts and Sciences for significant time and service to the furtherance of the arts and sciences in the Kingdom. Only one per reign is customarily given.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(21) now reads:

The Muckin’ Tall Maul is given by the Crown after consultation with the previous recipient for ferocity on the field during the Crown Lists.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(27) now reads:

The Lion’s Strength is given by the Crown for consistent and significant contributions to the Kingdom for 20 years or more.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(28) now reads

The Leo Minor is given by the Crown to the teens of An Tir for continued service to the Kingdom.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(29) now reads

The Rath of An Tir is given by the Crown for period encampments that are pleasing to the Crown.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(30) now reads

The Ordre la main de Sainte Nicholas is awarded by the Crown to those who have gone above and beyond the obligations of fealty and rank to contribute to the word fame of the Kingdom through donations of time, goods, and service in the creation of largesse, clothing for the Crown, and Kingdom regalia. Is customarily given no more than twice per reign.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(36) now reads

Grace of An Tir is granted by the Crown for gracious and chivalric behavior. The symbol of the award is a fieldless apple blossom quarterly Or and argent. Much like the flower which bears fruit to enrich and sustain, so too do those members of Our populace who in deed display grace, courtesy, and chivalry above and beyond that which is expected. Recipients will be recognized for leading by example and in so doing promoting these ideals upon which the Society was founded.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir paragraph (8)(37)(38)(39(40)(41)(42)(43)(44) added the additional awards and definitions of the:  Alimentum Vitae; Herth of Hospitality; Inspirational Inspiration; Lion’s Pride; Honor of the Or and Argent; Wordsmith; Courage of An Tir; Ludicrous Bowman.

Article IV.C Awards and Orders of An Tir final paragraph added:

The Crown may also choose to give personal awards, referred to as “Cyphers,” that are not registered with the College of Heralds, are not part of a formal order and are non-armigerous.  Examples of such awards include, but are not limited to, Royal Favors, the King’s Sigil, the King’s Cypher, the King’s Sigil, the King’s Shield, the Royal Scribal Favor, the Spectre Leonis, the Company of the Golden Butterfly, the Royal Cypher and the Queen’s Favor.

ARTICLE V EVENTS

Article V Events 2(a) now reads:

If permission is denied you may appeal the decision to the Crown.  The Crown has the authority to make the final decision.

Article V Events additional paragraph 10 added:

All merchants in the Kingdom of An Tir shall abide by the current Kingdom Merchant Policy.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 2 now reads:

The Crown events shall be a minimum of two full days in duration unless a Variance is granted in advance by the Crown. All Crown Events may host a meeting of Curia, or Curia can be scheduled within a reasonable time before or after such an event as long as it is published to the Populace and attendance information, such as a web link or call-in information, is disseminated in advance. No other event may conflict with a Crown event without prior approval from the Crown.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 3 added:

In the event that real world circumstances make holding a Crown event on its original date an impossibility, and in the interests of facilitating timely succession and certainty, the Crown, in consultation with the Kingdom Financial Committee, will reschedule the Crown event to occur as soon as possible thereafter, in compliance with the restrictions dictated by modern law and regulations. The Crown is empowered to act creatively in formulating an armored combat Crown tournament format or Coronation format that complies with modern restrictions and enables a well-contested Crown, and/or formal succession to occur expediently.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 4(d):

Fall and Spring Crown Councils, at the crown’s discretion.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events removed Kingdom Feast.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 4(e) now reads:

No other event may conflict with a Kingdom event within the Region or Principality where the Kingdom event is being held, without prior Crown approval.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 4(f) now reads:

No Principality level event (Coronet, Investiture) may conflict with a Kingdom event, nor may they conflict with any other Principality level events (Coronet, Investiture) in any of the Principalities of An Tir, without prior Crown approval.

Article V.B Crown and Kingdom Events paragraph 9(a) now reads:

The adult site registration fee (adult being 18 and over in the U.S. and 19 and over in Canada) will be a minimum of $25.00 unless a variance is granted in advance by the Kingdom Financial Committee.  A day trip fee for a Crown or Kingdom Event may be offered but must be a minimum of $15.00 unless a variance is granted in advance by the Kingdom Financial Committee.

ARTICLE VI.A SUBORDINATE GROUPS

Article VI.A Subordinate Groups paragraph 1(c) now reads:

Enjoy the right of the Principality Coronets as vassals of the Crown, selected by combat according to the practices laid out in Principality law.

Article VI.A Subordinate Groups paragraph 3(h)(1) now reads:

Be, for the people of the Barony, the chief examples of chivalry, courtesy, and virtue; and encourage those virtues in their populace in line with the Society and Kingdom values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with the goal of a healthy and safe environment for the Populace.

Article VI.A Subordinate Groups paragraph 3(h)(17) now reads:

At the end of three years, the Baronial Coronet may choose to step down or announce their intent to serve an additional year subject to the Crown’s prior approval.  At the end of four years, if the Baronial Coronet wishes to continue to serve an additional two years, an opinion poll shall be performed to evaluate the relationship between the Baronial Coronets and their populace. The results will be referred to the Crown and Kingdom Seneschal for review.  The Crown shall determine whether or not to allow the current Coronet to serve an additional two-year term.

Article VI.A Subordinate Groups paragraph 3(i)(6-7) added the word “online”

Article VI.B Other Branches and Divisions of the Kingdom paragraph 4 added the words and Viceroys

Article VI.B Other Branches and Divisions of the Kingdom paragraph 4 (e) added:

Viceroys may be appointed by the Crown to act as advisors to, and representatives of, branches when a baronial coronet abdicates or is removed by the Crown.  Viceroys serve at the pleasure of the Crown with the goal of enabling the branch to eventually be in a position to be lead by Baronial Coronets once again.

Article VI.B Other Branches and Divisions of the Kingdom paragraph 4(f) added the words and Viceroys

Article VI.B Other Branches and Divisions of the Kingdom paragraph 4(m) added the words and Viceroys

Article VI.E Kingdom Committees, Guild or Companies and Other Entities paragraph 1(b)(1) now reads:

The Noble Estate may meet at Crown events and at Crown Council.  The Crown may elect to hold Noble Estate meetings online instead of in-person.

Article VII.A Direct Vassals of the Crown:‎

Article VII.A Direct Vassals of the Crown paragraph 2 added subparagraph (d) “Principality Heirs”‎

ARTICLE VIII CONDUCT

Article VIII.A Conduct of Persons in An Tir paragraph 1(b) now reads:

Strive for courtesy, consideration, honor, and chivalric behavior at all times in line with the Society and Kingdom values regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with the goal of a healthy and safe environment for all participants.

Article VIII.A Conduct of Persons in An Tir paragraph 1(c) now reads:‎

Be familiar with, and abide by, the laws, customs, and traditions of An Tir, including, but not limited to, the Bullying and Harassment Policy.

Article VIII.A Conduct of Persons in An Tir paragraph 7(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g) now reads:‎

1. At events in which youth participate in any way all minors, as defined by their jurisdiction, must have a legally responsible adult present at events. Legally responsible meaning the parent, legal guardian, or an authorized appointed guardian (appointed by the parent or legal guardian) of the child who is in possession of a properly executed “Medical Authorization Form for Minors,” signed by the parent or legal guardian. This Medical Authorization Form must designate an adult present at the event or activity as able to authorize medical treatment in the case of emergency.
2. No policy, rule, or law relieves parents or designated adults of their primary responsibility for the welfare and behavior of their children at events and activities. It is the responsibility of the adult who brings a minor to an event to ensure that the minor is safe and not in danger.  
3. Family Activities Coordinators (and if applicable, YAFA Administrator) – deputies who ultimately report to the Kingdom Seneschal – must be warranted and have a current SCA membership and an approved, current and valid background check. 
4. All official or published SCA Youth Activities must have one background checked adult member who acts as the official “coordinator” for all SCA Youth Activities. For example, if there are 10 youth A&S classes each in their own separate classroom, each classroom needs to follow the “two-deep rule,” but only one overall youth “coordinator” responsible for all activity in all classrooms is needed. There are many activities of the SCA where informal instruction (mentoring) occurs that are open to attendance by minors, but do not constitute dedicated and/or published SCA Youth Activities. They are known by many names (e.g., Practices, Meetings, Guilds and Workshops). A minor’s attendance at an adult A&S class does not mean that class becomes an SCA Youth Activity simply because a youth is in attendance.
5.  The “two-deep” rule specifies that a minimum of two adults (at or above the age of legal majority in the state, province, or country in which the activity occurs) unrelated to one another by blood, marriage or personal relationship must be present. One of these two adults may also be acting as the official coordinator for the Youth Activities going on. The activity must stop if that number falls below the required two adults.
6. A responsible adult must be present with children 12 and under who are participating in any scheduled or advertised activity at an SCA event. This includes classes, workshops, demonstrations, or marshal activities, regardless of whether they are Youth oriented or not.
7. All parents of minors engaged in any marshal activities, even if they are not specifically youth (i.e. not Youth Combat) activities, must always follow “Parental Responsibilities as listed in the Youth Combat Handbook” in accordance with the respective the martial activity.

Article VIII.B Grievance Procedure has been removed in its entirety.

Article VIII.D Courts of Inquiry and Courts of Chivalry has been removed in its entirety.

Please follow the link below to participate in the Madrone Selection Polling scheduled for 05 May 2022 – 23 May 2022. More information about the online polling process is with the form.

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Mistress Attia Prima, OP
Kingdom Seneschal, An Tir

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Kingdom Seneschal, An Tir

Effective March 11, 2022 the branch known as the Shire of South March is in suspension.  The suspension will last for no more than 2 years and will be reviewed by the Kingdom Seneschal every 6 months to determine restoring the branch status.

**This supersedes any previous policy**. 

• Due to changes in State and local regulations, the SCA’s COVIDSafe policy will be discontinued in An Tir effective March 15, 2022. This means event attendees will no longer have to show their Proof of Vaccination Card or Negative COVID test result to enter SCA activities . (However, all current BC regulations will still apply to any events located in BC.)
• Automatic suspension of Branch or Kingdom Activities due to a positive COVID test will be discontinued effective March 15, 2022.

Going Forward All Events:‎

• ‎Must comply with prevailing  regulations regarding mask mandates or other COVID requirements which are applicable at the event location at the time of the event.
• ‎‎Masks should be worn if required according to State, Provincial, and/or local mandates applicable at the event location at the time of the event.
• ‎The standard disclaimer‎ language from Society must be posted anywhere the event is  advertised, including  but not limited to the Crier, ‎gate, Facebook events, and the AnTir calendar page:

From Society: “No matter what safety precautions we put in place, there   is no substitute for each individual being educated about the risk to  themselves and their loved ones and making responsible choices to protect themselves and others from this virus.”

• Contact tracing will no longer be required.

FOOD SERVICE:

• Staff will be vigilant with respect to sanitizing and handwashing and follow all applicable guidelines regarding food prep which apply to the location where the event is held.
  

PRE-REG:

Although Pre-Registration is an efficient and effective way to allow contact tracing to occur; an event DOES NOT have to require Pre-Registration for attendance.  If a branch decides not to use pre-registration, they must have the normal sign in paperwork at the event.

SUSPENDING ACTIVITIES:

A Branch may decide to suspend local activities due to the rate of the virus spreading in the future.  If a branch chooses to suspend activities, such suspension must comply with the following:

• A definite period of closure or timeline to reopening must be set at the inception of the suspension. For example, 2 weeks, 10 days, 30 days etc.  There must be an end date for the length of the suspension.  A branch may not suspend its activities  indefinitely.
• The Branch must notify the Kingdom Seneschal prior to implementing the suspension.
• If suspension of activities makes it so a branch is unable to hold their required event for the year, the Branch must contact the Kingdom Seneschal and obtain a variance.

VIRTUAL COURT

Please see the updated policy located at:  Virtual Court 1-12-2022

An individual who attended the Business Meeting on Monday, February 14th, 2022 has tested positive for Covid-19. This announcement is to inform those who attended the business meeting. We encourage those who were at the event to get tested for Covid-19 and avoid contact with others until the test results are received.

The Vulcanfeldt in-person activities will be suspended until February 27, 2022. Vulcanfeldt can resume activities on February 28, 2022.

Attia Prima, OP
Kingdom Seneschal, An Tir