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The High Court of the Forests of Atlantia: | The High Court of the Forests of Atlantia: | ||
* | * Morgot Morgan - Warden of the Forests of Atlantia | ||
* | * Will of Liddesdale - Warden of the North | ||
* Eirik Gralókkr - Warden of the South | * Eirik Gralókkr - Warden of the South | ||
* | * Finley Blackthorn - High Sheriff | ||
* Asta Knarrarbringa - High Steward | * Asta Knarrarbringa - High Steward | ||
* [[Elias de Birton]] - High Preceptor | * [[Elias de Birton]] - High Preceptor, interim High Chronicler | ||
Former High Court Officers: | Former High Court Officers: | ||
* Warden of the Forests of Atlantia - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Coenred æt Rauenesdale | * Warden of the Forests of Atlantia - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Coenred æt Rauenesdale, [[Finnebreth|Finnebreth Wodeward]] | ||
* Warden of the North - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Kataren le Wolfhonte | * Warden of the North - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Kataren le Wolfhonte, Morgot Morgan | ||
* Warden of the South - Coenred æt Rauenesdale | * Warden of the South - Coenred æt Rauenesdale | ||
* High Chronicler - Màire O’Halowrane | * High Chronicler - Màire O’Halowrane, [[Isobel of Carnewyth]] | ||
* High Warden- Coenred æt Rauenesdale | * High Warden- Coenred æt Rauenesdale | ||
* High Sheriff- Coenred æt Rauenesdale, Johann Olaffson | |||
==Charter== | ==Charter== | ||
[[File:KARFG charter.png|200px|thumb|right|Calligraphy and illumination by Mistress Bríg ingen Érennaigh.]] | |||
The guild's charter was presented and signed at the 42nd Tournament of Ymir. | |||
Founding Members: Saoirse né Clovis Faolàn | ''Be it known throughout the Kingdom of Atlantia that the Brothers and Sisters of the Green have organized into a Guild of Forestry with the intent to protect the Royal Forests, the venison and vert, and the green spaces of the Kingdom; thus do we, William Thomas and Alyna, King and Queen of Atlantia, hereby grant them Royal Charter with all privileges and responsibilities.'' | ||
''These Royal Foresters are oath sworn to uphold Kingdom and Forest Law, to aid and assist their fellows, to protect the Greenwood, and to provide counsel at need to their Majesties and the nobility as to matters of the forest. These Foresters shall seek mastery in their craft. They shall practice and promote the woodland arts and sciences; educate and guide others in these skills; and be prepared at all times to aid those in need of safety, hospitality, or shelter in the woodland places of the Realm.'' | |||
''This is done by our hand this 25th day of February, A.S. LI'' | |||
Founding Members: | |||
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Saoirse né Clovis Faolàn | |||
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Coenred æt Rauenesdale | |||
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Màire O’Halowrane | |||
==Guild Rankings== | ==Guild Rankings== | ||
Members of the Forestry Guild are awarded ranks based on demonstrations of their outdoors skills and commitment to forestry-related Arts and Sciences, but all guild members are brothers and sisters, regardless of rank. | Members of the Forestry Guild are awarded ranks based on demonstrations of their outdoors skills and commitment to forestry-related Arts and Sciences, but all guild members are brothers and sisters, regardless of rank. | ||
[[File:KARFG badges.png|200px|thumb|right|Badges for Forester (top) and Underforester (bottom) ranks]] | |||
* '''Independent Members''' - These individuals have chosen to not swear the Foresters Oath. They are considered and welcomed as members, but are not involved in the guild’s business and are not interested in being promoted through the ranks. | * '''Independent Members''' - These individuals have chosen to not swear the Foresters Oath. They are considered and welcomed as members, but are not involved in the guild’s business and are not interested in being promoted through the ranks. | ||
* '''Affiliates''' - These | * '''Affiliates''' - These individuals live outside the Kingdom of Atlantia, so they cannot be swear our oath or be promoted under our existing Charter. They are warmly welcomed when they can attend our events and their knowledge and expertise is greatly valued and respected. | ||
* '''Junior Foresters''' - Junior Foresters are members who are between the ages of 12-17. | * '''Junior Foresters''' - Junior Foresters are members who are between the ages of 12-17. | ||
* '''Novices''' - These members have sworn the Foresters Oath but have not yet advanced in rank. This rank is typically more indicative of a member having recently sworn the Foresters Oath than a level of skill. | * '''Novices''' - These members have sworn the Foresters Oath but have not yet advanced in rank. This rank is typically more indicative of a member having recently sworn the Foresters Oath than a level of skill. | ||
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In addition to the guild ranks, there are three houses that only accept members from within the guild. Those interested in joining a house may apply after achieving the rank of Forester or higher, and will undergo a house-specific trial. | In addition to the guild ranks, there are three houses that only accept members from within the guild. Those interested in joining a house may apply after achieving the rank of Forester or higher, and will undergo a house-specific trial. | ||
* '''The | * '''The Rangers''' are focused on the Arts and Sciences of the outdoors and living in it. | ||
* '''The | * '''The Regarders''' are focused on the practice of SCA martial arts while dressed as and portraying a forester. | ||
* '''The | * '''The Woodwards''' are focused on traditional Arts and Sciences and service. | ||
==How to Join== | ==How to Join== | ||
To join the Royal Forestry Guild, [https://karfg. | To join the Royal Forestry Guild, [https://karfg.atlantia.sca.org/joining-the-guild/ download and submit the application] to tell us a little about yourself. The guild's [mailto:atlantiaforesters@gmail.com High Chronicler] will process your application and you will be added to our members list. You may also want to join the guild's Facebook group! | ||
==Members== | ==Members== | ||
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/AtlantiaRoyalForestryGuild Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild Facebook Group] | * [https://www.facebook.com/groups/AtlantiaRoyalForestryGuild Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild Facebook Group] | ||
* [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvryzA24YqXKsbiamMcsZGg Atlantia Forester YouTube Channel] - Check out the [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvryzA24YqXKsbiamMcsZGg/playlists playlists] for videos made by guild members! | * [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvryzA24YqXKsbiamMcsZGg Atlantia Forester YouTube Channel] - Check out the [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvryzA24YqXKsbiamMcsZGg/playlists playlists] for videos made by guild members! | ||
* [https://karfg. | * [https://karfg.atlantia.sca.org/ Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild website] and [https://karfg.weebly.com/ prior website] |
Latest revision as of 11:09, 12 October 2023
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![]() Members of the Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild process at War of the Wings XIV. Photo by Ursus, used with permission. | ||||
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Heraldry | ||||
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The Royal Forestry Guild is devoted to research, recreation and education of forestry and outdoors skills regarding no trace camping, protecting the green spaces, self-reliance, wood craft, camp craft, bush craft, overland travel, inland water travel, outdoor cooking, survival, and other outdoor and primitive skills all in period fashion. It is the purpose of guild to research, recreate, educate and demonstrate historical tools, methods, equipment and techniques for living, camping, traveling and cooking, in the outdoors or in wilderness locations.
History
The Atlantian Forestry Guild began when the founding members, inspired by the East Kingdom Foresters Guild, decided at War of the Wings XI that Atlantia also needed a group dedicated to period wilderness skills. The guild's charter was signed at the 42nd Tournament of Ymir, creating the Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild.
The High Court of the Forests of Atlantia:
- Morgot Morgan - Warden of the Forests of Atlantia
- Will of Liddesdale - Warden of the North
- Eirik Gralókkr - Warden of the South
- Finley Blackthorn - High Sheriff
- Asta Knarrarbringa - High Steward
- Elias de Birton - High Preceptor, interim High Chronicler
Former High Court Officers:
- Warden of the Forests of Atlantia - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Coenred æt Rauenesdale, Finnebreth Wodeward
- Warden of the North - Corotica Senebelenae (Clovis), Kataren le Wolfhonte, Morgot Morgan
- Warden of the South - Coenred æt Rauenesdale
- High Chronicler - Màire O’Halowrane, Isobel of Carnewyth
- High Warden- Coenred æt Rauenesdale
- High Sheriff- Coenred æt Rauenesdale, Johann Olaffson
Charter

The guild's charter was presented and signed at the 42nd Tournament of Ymir.
Be it known throughout the Kingdom of Atlantia that the Brothers and Sisters of the Green have organized into a Guild of Forestry with the intent to protect the Royal Forests, the venison and vert, and the green spaces of the Kingdom; thus do we, William Thomas and Alyna, King and Queen of Atlantia, hereby grant them Royal Charter with all privileges and responsibilities.
These Royal Foresters are oath sworn to uphold Kingdom and Forest Law, to aid and assist their fellows, to protect the Greenwood, and to provide counsel at need to their Majesties and the nobility as to matters of the forest. These Foresters shall seek mastery in their craft. They shall practice and promote the woodland arts and sciences; educate and guide others in these skills; and be prepared at all times to aid those in need of safety, hospitality, or shelter in the woodland places of the Realm.
This is done by our hand this 25th day of February, A.S. LI
Founding Members:
Saoirse né Clovis Faolàn
Coenred æt Rauenesdale
Màire O’Halowrane
Guild Rankings
Members of the Forestry Guild are awarded ranks based on demonstrations of their outdoors skills and commitment to forestry-related Arts and Sciences, but all guild members are brothers and sisters, regardless of rank.

- Independent Members - These individuals have chosen to not swear the Foresters Oath. They are considered and welcomed as members, but are not involved in the guild’s business and are not interested in being promoted through the ranks.
- Affiliates - These individuals live outside the Kingdom of Atlantia, so they cannot be swear our oath or be promoted under our existing Charter. They are warmly welcomed when they can attend our events and their knowledge and expertise is greatly valued and respected.
- Junior Foresters - Junior Foresters are members who are between the ages of 12-17.
- Novices - These members have sworn the Foresters Oath but have not yet advanced in rank. This rank is typically more indicative of a member having recently sworn the Foresters Oath than a level of skill.
- Underforester - Underforesters have demonstrated their camping abilities and a commitment to Leave No Trace camping and forestry-related arts and sciences.
- Forester - Foresters have demonstrated some camping-relevant period skills and possess garb appropriate to their persona in woodland colors. They are expected to continue to improve their own wilderness skills and to teach others.
- Master Forester - Master Foresters have proven their service to the guild, demonstrated a high level of proficiency in a wide array of outdoor skills, and shown a commitment to teaching and to forestry-related Arts and Sciences. They are expected to be examples for others to follow.
In addition to the guild ranks, there are three houses that only accept members from within the guild. Those interested in joining a house may apply after achieving the rank of Forester or higher, and will undergo a house-specific trial.
- The Rangers are focused on the Arts and Sciences of the outdoors and living in it.
- The Regarders are focused on the practice of SCA martial arts while dressed as and portraying a forester.
- The Woodwards are focused on traditional Arts and Sciences and service.
How to Join
To join the Royal Forestry Guild, download and submit the application to tell us a little about yourself. The guild's High Chronicler will process your application and you will be added to our members list. You may also want to join the guild's Facebook group!
Members
The Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild currently has about 70 members. These include members located throughout the kingdom, as well as affiliate members from outside of Atlantia, some of whom are working to start forestry guilds in their own kingdoms.
Members can add [[Category:Members of the Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild]] to their personal Wiki pages to indicate their affiliation with the guild. A list of members who have done so can be found here.
Photo Gallery
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Some guild members use canvas tarp shelters while camping.
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Guild members are encouraged to practice cooking over a campfire.
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Flint and steel fire making is a skill practiced by many guild members.
External Links
- Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild Facebook Group
- Atlantia Forester YouTube Channel - Check out the playlists for videos made by guild members!
- Kingdom of Atlantia Royal Forestry Guild website and prior website