The Officers of the Barony of Wealdsmere are comprised of the hard working local volunteers from within the SCA that dedicate their time to making sure our Barony runs smoothly. Please remember as an organization run entirely by volunteers response times may be slower than the average business.
To become an officer of the Barony, candidates must be active members of the SCA (with a membership number) and submit a written letter of intent and a brief SCA experience résumé to the Seneschal with a cc to the Baron and Baroness. After that, it is left to a poll of the current officers at the following council meeting. If accepted, a Baronial Officer must be able to attend the Baronial Council meetings every second (2nd) Tuesday of each month. Baronial offices are two year terms with an option to renew for two more.
Deputies: every officer can have deputies, and volunteering is a great way to learn about the office and see if it’s something you might like to do when it next comes open. Deputies are appointed at will by the officer and generally manage tasks that have been delegated to them by their officer. This work not only helps the officers focus on other duties, it also prepares these volunteers for future service on the Baronial Council if that is their wish.
Seneschal
The Seneschal is the chief administrative officer and the legal representative of the Barony of Wealdsmere.
They are the equivalent of the local chapter’s president: they run the meetings, sign the contracts and forms, and ensure the smooth functioning of the branch.
Wealdsmere.Seneschal@antir.org
Exchequer
Recruiting for September 2024 start of term – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
The Exchequer serves as the Minister of the Treasury and is responsible for the collection and disbursement of funds.
Wealdsmere.Exchequer@antir.org
Chatelaine
Open Position – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
The Chatelaine is in charge of greeting and helping newcomers. The Chatelaine may be the first person you call to get information about the branch or about the SCA and he or she will be able to help you connect with the appropriate officer in charge of your areas of interest, or may line you up with a member who excels in the topic that is close to your heart.
Wealdsmere.Chatelaine@antir.org
Marshal
The Marshal is in charge of heavy (rattan) fighting within the branch. They must be at least a junior marshal and are in charge of the local fighters practice. The Marshal makes sure that armor is up to standard and that fighting is safe.
Chronicler
Braith (Rhiannon Vreith wreic Gryffyd)
The Chronicler serves as the branch secretary, aiding Wealdsmere by taking minutes at the council meeting, as well as publishing The Wealdsmere Watch, our Baronial newsletter.
Wealdsmere.Chronicler@antir.org
Web Minister (Deputy to the Chronicler)
Recruiting for October 2024 start of term – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
The Web Minister develops and maintains the Barony’s website as well as dealing with the Barony’s technical needs. They are also responsible for maintaining the barony social media accounts.
Wealdsmere.Webminister@antir.org
Herald
Sa’ada al-Arjawania
The Branch Herald for Wealdsmere is called the Three Oaks Pursuivant. He or she supervises field and voice heraldry and helps with the submission of names and devices. The Herald shall foster heraldic activity within the Barony.
Arts and Sciences
The Arts and Sciences are all the crafts, skills, and technologies practiced in the time period and cultures that the SCA covers. If you know what you might be interested in, the A&S officer can help put you together with others in the branch who share that interest. Perhaps you have a skill in the modern world or an interest that can be “translated” into the medieval world. The A&S officer is responsible for scheduling classes and workshop days on at least a monthly basis; working with Event Stewards to organize A&S activities at events and generally promote the arts & sciences within the branch.
Archery Marshal
Responsible for coordinating Archery activities within the branch. This officer makes sure that protection is up to standard and that archery competitions and activities are conducted safely.
Wealdsmere.BowMaster@antir.org
Rapier Marshal
In charge of rapier fighting within the branch. He or she must be a junior marshal of fencing; the Master of Sword makes sure that protection is up to standard and that rapier or sword fighting is safe.
Wealdsmere.SwordMaster@antir.org
Chamberlain (Deputy to the Exchequer)
Recruiting for October 2024 start of term – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
The Chamberlain is in charge of managing and maintaining the equipment and assets of the barony. They have access to the barony storage locker, haul and maintain the baronial trailer and are in charge of checking out baronial equipment for events.
If you are an Event Steward and need equipment from the baronial storage or the baronial trailer (including event road signs!) for your event you must contact the Chamberlain at least three weeks in advance of the event date to arrange for the equipment to be delivered.
Thrown Weapons Marshal
Open Position – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
In charge of thrown weapons activities within the branch. He or she must be a junior marshal of thrown weapons; this officer makes sure that protection is up to standard and that thrown weapons competitions and activities are conducted safely.
Wealdsmere.ThrownWeapons@antir.org
Youth Martial Combat
Open Position – Please submit letter of interest and resume to Seneschal & Baron and Baroness
The goal is to introduce and reinforce the ideals of chivalry, honor, courtesy, service, and heraldic pageantry, both on and off the list field. The program stresses good sportsmanship and parental participation. It is designed to allow the youth to learn more about all aspects of the Society and above all, HAVE FUN!
Youth Armored Combat or YAC, is the youth version of the adult heavy combat program. The main purpose of the program is to train youth armoured combatants to transition into safe and chivalric adult heavy combat when they reach the appropriate age, if they so desire. The program aspires to develop each combatant’s self-respect, respect for others, and an appreciation for medieval history.
We are so excited to share that Youth Rapier has just been added in 2019. This is the Youth version of the Adult rapier combat. The goals are much the same as YAC but in the field of rapier combat.
The programs are open to all those between the ages of six and seventeen, with the participants being split into separate age groups to insure proper instruction and guidance.