Barony of Highland Foorde
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| Barony of Highland Foorde |
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| Blazon |
| Gules, a compass star argent within a laurel wreath Or, a ford proper |
| Kingdom |
| Atlantia |
| Cities |
* Frederick, MD
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| Date founded |
| June 12, 1999 (AS 34) |
| Founding Baron/Baroness |
| Konrad der Ruhige Bär and Mistress Isabella Stere |
| Current Baron/Baroness |
| Eadric and Beatriz |
| Website |
Barony of Highland Foorde
Highland Foorde Order of Precedence |
The Barony of Highland Foorde is the north western Barony in the Kingdom of Atlantia. Highland Foorde includes the lands of central and western Maryland, specifically Frederick County, Washington County, Garrett County, and Allegheny County.
Highland Havoc is run by Highland Foorde every year, usually during the second weekend of November. Highland River Melees is on hiatus.
History
Founding of the shire was 1990.
First investiture as a barony was June 12, 1999 (AS 34).
Events
| Event Name | Host | Information | link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland River Melees | Highland Foorde | Yearly baronial event with a focus on the martial arts | http://highland-foorde.atlantia.sca.org/hrmelees/index.php |
| Highland Havoc | Highland Foorde | An equestrian themed event, including horse back archery | http://highland-foorde.atlantia.sca.org/havoc/index.html |
| Highland Hearthglow | Highland Foorde | An event focused on the art and science of feasting, entertainment, and hospitality. | https://hearthglow.atlantia.sca.org/ |
Guilds
| Name | Description | External Link |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Archers | Archery and thrown weapons | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1430740450514852 |
| Highland Homebrewers | Brewers Guild | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1568656166489936 |
| Highland Foorde Weavers | Weavers Guild | https://www.facebook.com/groups/HFWeavers |
| Highland Foorde Chamberlains Guild | Chamberlains Guild | https://www.facebook.com/groups/494192534045103/ |
| Cook's Guild of the Barony of Highland Foorde | Cooks Guild | https://www.facebook.com/groups/2203727896568745/ |
Baronial Orders
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of the Hart | Gules, a hart springing contourny Or, a ford proper | Outstanding service and dedication to the barony |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of the Lark | Gules, a lark rising, wings elevated and addorsed, sustaining in its beak an open scroll Or | For excellence in Arts & Sciences |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of Golden Hawk | Gules, a sword inverted between two hawks striking respectant Or, the sword issuant from a ford proper | Recognizing superior performance and dedication in the Arts of War |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Companion of the Star of Highland Foorde | (to be found) | Recognizing outstanding accomplishments by the youth of Highland Foorde in any realm of activity |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of the Peak | (to be found) | Those who are, or have served as, baronial champion in any discipline. |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of the Marotte | (to be found) | Given to those who enliven the Barony. |
| [[File:|50px|thumb]] | Order of the Harp and Foorde | (to be found) | Given by the Baroness to those who exemplify courtesy. |
The Undercurrents
The Undercurrents is Highland Foorde's monthly newsletter. Archived copies can be found here. You can subscribe by visiting the Undercurrents page on Google groups.