Winters Gate Awards

The Order of the Estoile

Given for long-term service to the Barony. People receiving this award have usually been members of the barony for several years, have held one or more offices, are often instrumental in keeping the baronial activities on track, and are examples for all to follow. The token is an embroidered medallion of the badge for the order: Sable, an estoille voided and a bordure argent, or a similar token in pewter.

Listing of all Members of the Order of the Estoile

The Order of the Atlas

Given to people who work quietly in the background. The token is a piece of material with an atlas painted on it, meant to be worn as a belt token. Current recipients are charged to pass the recognition on to new recipients -- note that when this is done, it should be announced in Court, so that it is put into a Court Report, or the recognition may not end up listed.

Listing of all Members of the Order of the Atlas

Baroness' Recognition

Given for service which the Baroness (Consort) would have to have done Herself, or for service for Her Excellency, a token of appreciation. This can be given multiple times. The token is individually chosen.

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The Steward's Annulet

Given for service as an event steward. This may be given to the recipient multiple times. Token: (?)

Listing of all Recipients of the Steward's Annulet

The Order of the Silver Swan

Given not only to those who produce arts and sciences that clothe us, feed us, armor us, and entertain us, but also to the historians who research, teach and publish. The symbol of this award is a silver swan suspended from a cord with baronial colors.

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The Pewter Pot

Given for excellence in the researching and preparation of good period food.

Listing of all Recipients of the Pewter Pot

Order of the Iron Moose

Given for prolonged excellence in the field of martial activity within the barony. Token: ?

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The Order of the Polar Bear

Former Captains of Winter's Gate are named Companions of the Polar Bear. This was formerly the Captain's Guard. The token is a belt(?).

Listing of all Members of the Order of the Polar Bear

The Order of the Snowdrop

This is given to past Hearts of Winter's Gate (ladies of the Captain).

(Earliest recipients of this recognition were before Winter's Gate became a Barony, and may have been populace choice, or given by the Captain of the Winter's Gate Militia. They have been added here for historical purposes, and will show royalty as "Unknown" ...)

Listing of all Companions of the Order of the Snowdrop

The Order of the Arctic Fox

Former Commanders of Winter's Gate are named Companions of the Arctic Fox.

Listing of all Companions of the Arctic Fox

The Order of the Shooting Star

This is given to past Lights of Winter's Gate (ladies of the Commander).

Listing of all Companions of the Order of the Shooting Star

Company of Winter's Gate

Given to those who have gone to war on behalf of Winter's Gate, or served as a Baroness' Champion (Heavy, Rapier, Archery, Arts & Sciences) of Winter's Gate. The token is: ?

Listing of all Members of the Company of Winter's Gate

The Order of the Bear Claw

Given for ferocity on the field of honor. Members of the order are usually given a medallion of a bear's paw print (or a bear claw).

(Earliest recipients of this recognition were before Winter's Gate became a Barony, and may have been populace choice, or given by the Captain of the Winter's Gate Militia. They have been added here for historical purposes, and will show royalty as "Unknown" ...)

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The Order of the Gilded Lily

This recognition is given for the best death on the field of honor. Members of the order may paint a gold heraldic lily on their helms, one for each time they are given the award. The badge for the order is Sable a lily blossom Or, there is a token in pewter.

(Earliest recipients of this recognition were before Winter's Gate became a Barony, and may have been populace choice, or given by the Captain of the Winter's Gate Militia. They have been added here for historical purposes, and will show royalty as "Unknown" ...)

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Pearl of Chivalry

Given for acts of courtesy and chivalry. May be bestowed multiple times.

Listing of all All Recipients of the Pearl of Chivalry

The Silver Star

The Silver Star Award was created to acknowledge the children for all aspects of honor, chivalry, service and the Arts and sciences. The first time the award is received, a silver starfish is given to the child with a single white or black bead. Each time after, another black or white bead is given to be added to the child's cord.

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Order of the Crystal Heart

Given to recognize in children examples of grace, dignity, and willingness to do great service. Token: ?

Listing of all Members of the Order of the Crystal Heart

Friends of the Barony

Given to those hardy souls who, although not members of the Barony, have traveled frequently to our isolated lands, have aided, encouraged (and sometimes incited) us in war and peace, and have generally been our friends, especially back in ancient times when it was not politically wise to be such a friend. Formerly the Order of the Stout Hart.

(Earliest recipients of this recognition were before Winter's Gate became a Barony, and may have been populace choice, or given by the Captain of the Winter's Gate Militia. They have been added here for historical purposes, and will show royalty as "Unknown" ...)

Listing of all Friends of the Barony

Order of the Aspen Tree

Given to those who inspire newcomers. This may be given to a recipient multiple times. The token is: (?)

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Order of the Lynx's Den

Given to acknowledge and welcome newcomers who have settled into the Barony. Token: ??

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The Order of the Ice Worm

This recognition is given for the most outrageous ideas that are actually carried out. This recognition was once given by the College of St. Boniface (which does not by, by Corpora, have official awards), and was eventually moved to Winter's Gates' awards.

(Earliest recipients of this recognition were before Winter's Gate became a Barony, and may have been populace choice, or given by the Captain of the Winter's Gate Militia. They have been added here for historical purposes, and will show royalty as "Unknown" ...)

Listing of all Members of the Order of the Ice Worm

Baronial Recognition

Given for any service deemed worthy by the coronet. Token: ?

Listing of all Recipients of the Baronial Recognition

Captain of Winter's Gate

The Captain of Winter's Gate is the victor of the local tournament held typically twice a year. The earliest entries go back to before Winter's Gate was a Barony. A listing of "Unknown" for the royalty is simply from that period. After January of 1984, Winter's Gate was a Barony, and all Captains and Hearts of Winter's Gate will show the Baron and/or Baroness at the time they were named with the title. Sometimes called "Captain of the Militia".

Listing of all Current and Past Captains of Winter's Gate

Heart of Winter's Gate

The Heart of Winter's Gate is the consort of the victor of the local tournament held typically twice a year. The earliest entries go back to before Winter's Gate was a Barony. A listing of "Unknown" for the royalty is simply from that period. After January of 1984, Winter's Gate was a Barony, and all Captains and Hearts of Winter's Gate will show the Baron and/or Baroness at the time they were named with the title.

Listing of all Current and Past Hearts of Winter's Gate

Baroness' Heavy Weapon Champion

Victor in the Baroness' Heavy Weapon tournament, held annually, or appointed by the Baroness (Consort). The victor is champion for one year, and then passes on the token for this recognition.

Listing of all Current and Past Baroness' Heavy Weapon Champions

Commander of Winter's Gate

Rapier champion of the Barony of Winter's Gate. The tournament for this honor is generally held twice a year at the Captaincy Tournament event. Sometimes called "Commander of the Cavaliers".

Listing of all Current and Past Commanders of Winter's Gate

Light of Winter's Gate

The Light of Winter's Gate is the consort of the rapier champion, or Commander of Winter's Gate.

Listing of all Current and Past Lights of Winter's Gate

Baroness' Rapier Champion

Victor in the Baronial Rapier championship tournament held annually, or appointed by the Baroness (Consort). The victor is champion for one year, at which time they pass on the regalia for this recognition.

Listing of all Current and Past Baroness' Rapier Champions

Baroness' Archery Champion

Victor in the annual champion archery competition held in the Barony, or appointed by the Baroness (Consort). The victor is champion for one  year, and then passes on the regalia for this recognition.

Listing of all Current and Past Baroness' Archery Champions

The Baroness' Guard

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Listing of all Current and Former Members of the Baroness' Guard

Baroness' Arts and Sciences Champion

Winner of an arts and sciences competition or appointed by the Baroness (Consort). The champion holds the position for a year, and then turns over the regalia for the recognition.

Listing of all Current an Past Baroness' Arts and Sciences Champions

Baroness' Artisans

(Need description, token, etc.)

Listing of all Current and Past Members of the Baroness' Artisans

Fool of Winter's Gate

Chosen by the Baroness at Fool's Revel (there may be a contest or theme, or she may choose the person who makes her laugh), and reigns as Fool for one year.

Listing of all Current and Past Fools of Winter's Gate