Bylaws of Clann Tartan
Adopted January 1990, Amended 1992.
Introduction and Bylaws
Interpretive
Clothing
Scottish Culture
History
Music and Dance
Military Life
Language
Bibliography, Sources
and Library Materials
The purpose of this corporation shall be to educate itself and the public concerning the history of Scotland between 1550 and 1750, and its goal shall be to foster interest in and to teach the history of this era.
Article II: Functions.
2-01. The functions of this corporation shall be cultural, educational, historical, recreational and social.
2-02. The corporation shall remain a non-profit corporation, without capital stock, under Chapter 317, Sections 317. 01 to 317. 25, Minnesota Statutes, and shall not afford pecuniary gain, incidentally or otherwise, to its members.
2-03. No part of the net earnings of this corporation shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to its members, directors, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered.
2-04. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall be carrying of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation and the corporation shall not participate in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.
2-05. In the event of dissolution, any remaining assets shall be distributed to organizations organized and operated exclusively for charitable, cultural, educational, or scientific purposes, as shall at the time qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law).
Article III Membership.
3-01. All persons of good character, upon completion of the corporate membership application and payment of annual dues, and upon having read the bylaws and general regulations of the corporation and having attested to their interest to abide by them, in writing, shall be admitted as members.
3-02. There shall be two classes of membership: Active and Associate. The members shall choose, and may change the class of their membership.
a. Active members have the rights to vote and to hold office, subject to the requirements of the office, to be informed of and to participate in all corporate activities, subject to the general regulations, and have the obligations to support the corporation and to pay dues and assessments as determined by the membership.
b. Associate members have the rights to be informed and to participate in corporate activities, subject to the general regulations, and have the obligations to support the corporation and to pay dues as determined by the membership.
3-03. The term of membership shall be one fiscal year, April through March. Once admitted as a member, and having maintained membership in good standing, membership shall be extended for the next fiscal year upon payment of annual dues.
3-04. The Board of Directors of the corporation may suspend a member of either class, subject to a 30-day warning and two-thirds approval of the attending members voting at a regular meeting. Membership may be reinstated by the Board of Directors, subject to two-thirds approval of the attending members voting at a regular meeting. If grounds for suspension occur in the first year of membership, the Board of Directors may choose to revoke the membership of the member and return his/her membership fee.
3-05. Grounds for suspension (failure to maintain membership in good standing) are: failure to observe, or violation of the purposes, functions, bylaws, or general regulations of the corporation, or actions which endanger the welfare of members, or the general public.
Article IV: The Board of Directors & Officers of the Corporation.
4-01. The Board shall consist of seven directors. Qualifications shall be 2 years of active membership, or equivalent experience as deemed appropriate by the existing Board of Directors, and the age of 18 years or more.
4-02. Directors shall be elected for a term of 2 years at the annual meeting. Past directors shall be eligible for re-election. A vacancy on the Board shall be filled by election of a director to complete the term of the predecessor at the next meeting of the corporate members. Terms of the Directors shall be staggered on an annual basis.
4-03. The Directors shall be elected from the active members for the following positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Quartermaster of the Corporation. Two "at-large" positions shall be elected. One position shall be elected from the camp, one shall be elected from the company. Election shall be done at the annual meeting and when necessary to fill vacancies. No director shall hold more than one office on the Board.
4-04. There shall be regular monthly Board meetings, with due notice to all directors and members. Four directors shall constitute a quorum. Four affirmative votes are required to pass a resolution. The Board shall record their minutes and publish highlights for the membership within 30 days. Recorded minutes shall be retained and be accessible upon request. Any member may attend Board meetings.
4-05. A director may be removed from the Board by a two-thirds vote of the active members present at a regular meeting of the corporation on the grounds of violation, or neglect of duties, purpose, functions, goals, general regulations, or bylaws of the corporation. Due notice must be given prior to such a vote.
4-06. The Board of Directors shall be responsible for the fulfillment of the purpose, goals, and the execution of the functions of the corporation. This responsibility shall include, but is not limited to the following:
a. Establish general regulations for the documented representation of a Scottish mercenary band and its campfollowers.
b. Provide members opportunities to experience historic and cultural activities and to learn the history of the Scots and the world they touched in this era.
c. Provide for the participation by the corporation in ceremonial, commemorative, cultural, educational and historical activities for the benefit of the public.
d. Provide the members recreational and social activities reflecting the spirit of these Celtic people and their times.
e. Insure that the corporate actions, or activities do not conflict with the Minnesota statutes pertaining to non-profit corporations.
Article V: Responsibilities & Duties.
5-01. The Board of Director of the Corporation, to be known as the Clann Council, when administering regimental activities, shall:
a. Make policy decisions on goals, functions and activities of the regiment.
b. Coordinate activities and administer budgets to carry out goals and functions.
c. Establish and supervise standards and requirements of authenticity for appearances and activities of members and companies.
d. Organize the regiment and companies as necessary.
5-02. The Board of Directors, in their capacity as corporate officers, shall be known by the following positions of the Clann Council. President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Quartermaster At Large Camp Representative At Large Company Representative.
5-03. Clann Council Duties:
a. The President shall see that all Clann Council members, camp, or company officers and committee chairs carry out their duties and responsibilities as described in the Bylaws and General Regulations, ensure that they make and distribute plans for Clann activities that carry out the purpose, function, and responsibilities of the regiment, and preside over regimental elections.
b. The Vice President shall coordinate recruitment for the corporation and companies of the Clann regiment, see that members receive guidance and assistance through their mustering, and keep appropriate records of the membership status. The Vice President shall also serve as President in the President's absence.
c. The Secretary shall keep the Clann census up-to-date, publish the Clann newsletter and keep regimental records. The Secretary shall keep the minutes of Clann meetings
d. The Treasurer shall receive funds collected as activity payments, expense fees, grants, donations and all other moneys given to, or received by the corporation, and shall disburse funds for activity, or project expenses as budgeted and approved.
e. The Quartermaster shall recommend and approve equipment, vendors, sources or materials for corporate use and issue corporate stores, and shall inspect the "unsworn" for compliance with requirements for mustering.
f. The At Large Camp Representative shall represent camp concerns to the Board of Directors.
g. The At Large Company Representative shall represent company concerns to the Board of Directors.
Article VI: Corporate Meetings.
6-01. The Board of Directors shall call annual, regular and special meetings of the corporate membership with due notice to be published in the newsletter. The notice shall include the business before the meeting, the time, date, and the place of the meeting.
6-02 The annual meeting shall include the election of open offices and the approval of the annual budget.
6-03. Corporate meetings shall be held on at least a quarterly basis. A regular meeting night shall be established.
6-04. Should 33% of the active members petition the Board of Directors to call a special meeting, the Board shall do so as in paragraph 6-01.
6-05. Annual, regular and special corporate meetings must have a quorum to conduct all business under these bylaws with the exception noted in paragraph 7-05. A quorum shall be 40% of the active members of the corporation. Each member has one vote and no proxies shall be permitted, but from time-to-time as warranted, mail-in ballots shall be included in the newsletter. If the Board of Directors allows the membership to vote by mail on a specific issue, a quorum must submit ballots by hand, or by mail by a specified date.
Article VII: Corporate Funds.
7-01 The Board of Directors shall present an annual budget to the members for their approval by simple majority vote. The budget shall include anticipated income and expenditures. The Board shall be responsible for administering the budget.
7-02. Expenditure of corporate funds must be approved by the Board of Directors. The Treasurer shall disburse funds as authorized by the Board.
7-03. The Treasurer shall submit a written annual report of receipts and expenditures to be published for the members.
7-04. Special expenditures, not budgeted, must be approved by two-thirds of the active members present at a meeting.
7-05. Special assessments upon the members shall require the approval of two-thirds of all active members.
7-06. Dues, assessments, donations, fees and other income shall be receipted. Checks shall be payable to Clann Tartan. All corporate funds shall be deposited by the treasurer in a bank saving or checking account.
7-07. No member of this corporation, of any class, has personal liability for corporate obligations.
Article VIII: Amendments.
8-01. These bylaws shall be amended in the following manner. Any active member may propose an amendment at least one month prior to the annual meeting. Two-thirds of the active members must approve the amendment in order for it to pass.
8-02. All amendments shall be filed with the secretary of State of Minnesota under Article 317. 27-5, Minnesota Statutes.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
Article I: Purpose and Function.
The purpose of these regulations is to describe the organization and procedures by which Clann Tartan (the Corporation) will accurately represent a Scottish military organization of the period 1550 to 1750, the Minnesota branch to be known as Colonel Gaffney's Regiment.
Article II: Membership.
2-01 Active members of the Corporation may be members of the regiment and its camp and may participate in all regimental activities. Active members must attend 50% of all Corporate and/or regimental activities to maintain active status.
2-02 Associate members of the Corporation shall not participate in regimental activities, except at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Article III: Performance Participation.
3-02 Muster shall be organized by a committee made up of the Vice President, Quartermaster and the Regimental Staff.
3-03. The 4 levels of Active Clan membership are:
a) Level 1, The Unsworn must:
1) Subscribe to the newsletter.
2) Have appropriate historical attire approved by the quartermaster.
3) Have the ability and willingness to accurately portray a member of a Scottish military organization
b) Level 2, The Recruit must
1) Pass a written quiz based on information in the Manual.
2) Spin 6 feet of wool.
3) Start a fire with flint and steel.
4) Know the pike drill.
5) Know 2 historical songs.
6) Know 2 traditional dances.
7) Assist with cooking a meal.
8) Own the Clan Manual
9) Speak with an adequate brogue.
10) Complete a character background sheet.
11) Know general safety procedures.
c) Level 3, The Veteran must:
1) Pass a written quiz based on information in the Manual.
2) Know the sword drill.
3) Know the musket drill.
4) Be head cook for 1 meal.
5) Complete a detailed description/ history of your character for publication in the newsletter.
6) Show first-person interpretive skills.
d) Level 4, Gaffney's Own must:
1) Have expertise in at least one area.
2) Publish an article in the newsletter on that area of expertise. The publication should be read and resources researched by a review board appointed by the staff and numbering no less than 5 members.
3) Go before the review board to answer general questions in all areas of focus.
3-04. Participation by members in regimental activities shall be in the authorized clothing and equipment. Participation in any other clothing, or capacity is subject to the conditions and approval of the Board of Directors.
3-05. Performing members are required to pass the second level of muster within 12 months of attaining the 1st level in order to retain active performance status. Senior members are required to update their muster by retaking the written quiz whenever the quiz is updated.
Article IV: Organization of the Regiment.
4-01. The Board of Directors of the Corporation, as authorized in Article IV, paragraph 4-06 of the Corporate Bylaws, shall organize the regiment into companies, conduct regimental elections and organize the activities of the regiment. The regimental organization is unlimited to the number of companies. Additional companies raised outside of Minnesota may style themselves as regiments.
4-02. A full strength company should consist of from 50 to 75 men under arms, corporals at a rate of one in ten, a sergeant, a captain, ensign(s) and musicians (drummer, piper and/or fife player) and also any number of Campfollowers with two being designated Head Campfollowers and Goodwives at a ratio of one in ten. Serving at the discretion of the Board of Directors may be a small number of advisors called Corporals of the Camp, or Elder.
a. The styling of Corporal of the Camp, or Elder, are to be extended at the Board's discretion to members who have given extraordinary service to the Clann and to allow those experienced as leaders to be identified as such. The responsibilities of these positions are to serve the Board of Directors as advisory members and to use their knowledge and skill to advance the goals of the Corporation as approved by the Board. These positions are exempt from the criteria needed to qualify for active membership, save dues, thus appointment confers permanent active status.
4-03. When a company has reached 75 men under arms, the Board of Directors may authorize the formation of another company. To be granted and maintain a company designation, a company must maintain a minimum strength of twenty men under arms and any number of campfollowers.
4-04. Companies may organize their members into bands under the leadership of their elected corporals and goodwives.
Article V: Regimental Elections.
5-01. Company officers, Head Campfollowers and Goodwives shall be elected from each company at large. All serve a term of one year and may be re-elected.
5-02 All company and camp officers shall be mustered, active members at the time of their election.
5-03 All company officers shall be elected in October of each year. Their term of office shall run from the day following the election until the next annual regimental election. New companies shall hold elections at the time of their organization.
5-04. Company and camp officers shall be nominated and elected, one at a time, in sequence beginning with the captain, by a simple majority vote of the active members of the company present at a meeting.
Article VI: Duties and Responsibilities of Company Officers
6-01. The Company officers shall be known as the Captain, Sergeant and Corporals. The officers of each Company are responsible for:
a. The execution of the plans of the Clann Council for Clann activities.
b. The command of their companies in the field.
c. Teaching and maintaining the period accuracy of appearance, drill, actions of the company and the deportment of the camp.
d. Attend meeting of the Board of Directors as advisory members representing the views of their company to the Clann Council, particularly in regard to activities and other business as the Council requests.
e. Organize and hold company activities in so far as they do not conflict with regimental activities, or the purpose, goals, and function of the Corporation. They shall notify the president of all such activities no less than two weeks in advance of the date on which the activity is to occur.
f. Maintain company muster rolls, attendance rolls, meeting minutes, activities and business to be given to the secretary for inclusion in the next newsletter.
6-02 In addition to the duties listed in 6-01 company captains shall:
a. Lead the organization and execution of all company activities.
b. Preside over company meetings.
c. Command the company in field and camp, and teach and exercise the companies in drill, tactics and relocation.
d. Train and supervise their company sergeants and corporals in the execution of their duties.
e. Maintain a company roster book and all company records.
f. The Captain shall lead the company in pursuing the most accurate interpretation of Company life. The Captain shall also be responsible for all Company equipment pertaining to drills, tactics
g. Maintain a company roster book and all company records.
6-03. In addition to the duties listed in 6-01 the company sergeant shall:
a. Assist the captain in company leadership and by order of rank act as captain in his absence.
b. As delegated by the captain: keep company minutes, establish recruiting programs, assist members in preparing for muster and assist the treasurer in procurement. Issue company rations to the Assistant Head Campfollower, and assist the Head Campfollower in the issue of Clann stores for company use, and teach the duties of a soldier to company members.
c. Delegate authority to the Corporals to accomplish Clann goals for specific events.
d. Assist the Company members in passing muster.
6-04. In addition to the duties listed in 6-01, company corporals shall:
a. Assist the sergeant in company leadership.
b. As assigned by the captain, or sergeant, teach weapons drill to company members, notify members of meetings and other activities, and command portions of the company for specific purposes in field and camp. Seniority of Corporals is to be determined by a contest of skill deemed appropriate by the Clann Council.
Article VII: Duties and Responsibilities of the Camp Officers.
7-01. The camp officers shall be known as the Head Campfollower, Assistant Head Campfollower and Goodwives. The officers of each Camp shall be responsible for
a. The execution of the plans of the Clann Council for Clann activities.
b. The leadership of the Camp in the field.
c. Teaching and maintaining the period accuracy of appearance and actions of the Company and the deportment of the Camp.
d. Attend meetings of the Board of Directors as advisory members, representing the views of their Camp to the Clann Council, particularly in regard to the activities and other business as the Council requests.
e. Organize and hold Camp activities in so far as they do not conflict with regimental activities, or the purpose, goals and function of the Corporation. They shall notify the president of all such activities no less than two weeks in advance of the date on which the activity is to occur.
f. Maintain Camp muster rolls, attendance books, meeting minutes, activities and business to be given to the secretary for inclusion in the next newsletter.
7-02. In addition to the duties listed in 7-01, the Head Campfollower shall:
a. Lead the organization and execution of and Camp activities.
b. Preside over Camp meetings.
c. Lead the Camp in the field and teach the camp cooking, crafts.
d. Train and supervise their Assistant and goodwives in the execution of their duties.
e. Maintain a camp roster book and all camp records.
7-03. In addition to the duties listed in 7-01 the Assistant Head Campfollower shall:
a. Assist the Head Campfollowers and in their absence to lead the campfollowers in their activities.
b. Teach and maintain the period accuracy of appearance and actions of the Company and the deportment of the Camp.
c. As delegated by the Head Campfollower, keep Camp minutes, establish recruiting programs, assist members in preparing for muster and assist the treasurer in procurement.
d. Delegate authority to the Goodwives to accomplish Clann goals for specific events.
e. Keep records of Camp attendance and activities to be given to the secretary for inclusion in the newsletter.
7-04. In addition to the duties listed in 7-01 Goodwives shall:
a. Assist the Head Campfollowers and in their absence to lead the campfollowers in their activities.
b. Notify campfollowers of meetings and other activities, and as assigned by the Head Campfollowers, to be in charge of activities in camp and field.
c. The Goodwives shall assist the Head Campfollowers in leadership of the Camp, and by order of rank, and as Head Campfollower, in the Head Campfollower's absence. Seniority of Goodwives is to be determined by a contest of skill deemed appropriate by the Clann Council.
Appendicies
Appropriate Costume
In order to maintain the appearance of a Scottish military mercenary company of 1550-1750, it is important that members accouter themselves in similar clothing. The following is a simple guideline for members wishing to perform with Clann Tartan. Definitions of dress shall be made by the Quartermaster.
Minimum requirements for performance:
Men
Bonnet: Navy blue wool. No dicing, pom-poms, or glengarries.
Period shirt: No prints, or obvious synthetic fabrics.
Great Kilt: The great kilt is best. It is easiest to "make" as it requires no sewing. It is also the most period kilt for the eras portrayed by Clann Tartan. The philabeg is a later garment worn first by the upper classes who could afford the expensive tailoring. Trews were adapted from English fashions. Trews were not in widespread use, rather they were adopted by wealthier clansmen who liked the comfort provided while riding on horseback.
Footwear: Ghillies or brogues. Many Highlanders went barefoot, but shoes are a necessity owing to the surfaces of the modern world. Ghillies are very easy to make.
Sporran: Leather or fur. Early sporrans were of a simple design and were an integral part of a Highlander's clothing. Stay away from the very ornate silver and horsehair Victorian sporrans, as they do not fit into any period portrayed by Clann Tartan.
Belt: A stout leather one. It will be impossible to wear your kilt without one.
Kilt pin/brooch: The kilt pin is an arguable accessory, but they give one a sense of safety when wearing the kilt on a windy day. Penannular style brooches work well as kilt pins and brooches. Stay away from large jeweled brooches as they are affectations. [Editor's note: We now know that penannular brooches were not worn during the Clann Tartan period and their use is discouraged. See Kass McGann's essay at Reconstructing History.]
Bowl or plate: (wood or metal) These should be of a simple design and able to take some abuse. Stay away from "granite ware"(the blue and white speckled stuff) as it is not period. The bowl is best for all around use. It's hard to make a plate into a bowl.
Eating utensil: Knife, spoon, fork. A knife is enough. This can be your belt knife as well. If you have a bowl you can drink from it and pick the big bits out with your knife. Spoons can be wood, metal, or horn. Forks should have 2 to 3 tines and can be forged or carved; be aware that forks were uncommon in our period.
Optional accessories:
Dirks Musical instruments Swords
Pistols (of appropriate period) Matchlocks Jackets, doublets, or jacks
Targes Cloaks Gloves/gauntlets
Pole arms Wooden chests Powder horns/flasks
Bows/crossbows Writing utensils Games/dice
Armor Period shelters Etc.
There is no limit to the things that can be added to make a complete "period" kit. With a little research, some hunting, or manufacturing, nearly anything can be accomplished.
Women
Chemise/blouse: A chemise is a long "blouse". It is the basic women's garment. It was often worn as a nightshirt. No prints, or obvious synthetics. While a woman wearing only a chemise in the 17th century would be considered shocking, it would hardly raise an eyebrow in today's society.
Skirt: Skirts were of a simple design and were not fitted. Gathered skirts are the most authentic. Wool, linen (flax or hemp), cotton, or natural fibers are the best.
Arasaid: This is the garment that sets you apart from others and shows that you are Scottish. It can be large, or small, striped, solid, or plaid. Wool or wool blends are best.
Footwear: See men's description.
Belt: In order to keep your arasaid on, you will need a belt. Scottish women took pride in their beautiful belts which were often so long that the extra length hung down the front of their skirt to their knees. These were highly decorated.
Pocket/pouch: This is a necessary thing for 16th-18th century women, as there were no pockets in skirts. Like the men's sporrans, valuables and miscellaneous items were kept in these.
Brooch/kilt pin: For wearing the arasaid, see men's description.
Eating utensils: See men's description.
Optional accouterments:
Bodices/stays Cooking equipment Snoods
Musical instruments Spinning supplies Wooden chests
Baskets Cloaks Aprons
Games Jewelry Period underwear
Period shelters Weaving supplies Dagger/weapons
Etc.
Military Drill and Ceremony (Detailed in Clann Manual).
1. Pike drill. 2. Marching orders. 3. Sword drill.
Performance and Payment
In performance, the regiment shall seek to allow as many active members participate as possible. Exceptions may be when the management of an event limits our number, or the size of an event physically limits our number.
Our preferred minimum size shall be 20 people (8 pikemen, 8 campfollowers, 2 musicians, 2 officers, or a similar combination) We should always try to maintain equal numbers of men and women.
When our numbers must be limited, priority consideration will be given to:
- Members who have passed muster.
- Members who have participated in previous performances.
- Members who have been in regular attendance at meetings and rehearsals.
- Members who have appropriate period crafts which can be demonstrated to the public. - New members who have learned the drills and/or dances.
- New members who have previous experience with similar groups.
- Associate members may be included when there is a shortage of active members.
- Skilled musicians and dancers.
The Board shall determine payment for performances on an each time basis.
Policies in front of the Public
1. Always consider yourself on stage. Discussion of performance shall be done off-stage.
2. Always appear in proper attire.
3. Always speak with a burr.
4. Address others with their character name or title.
5. Always use protocol appropriate to the theme or event
6. Clann members shall show proper courtesy to the public. No foul language or lewd conduct.
7. Obey the commands of Camp and Company officers respectfully, without question or backtalk.
8. Keep public safety in mind at all times.
General Safety
1. You will have many pointy objects protruding from your body. Be aware of them at all times.
2. All weapons shall be sheathed and secured at all times. Proper weapons etiquette shall be practiced.
3. No swordplay unless approved by the proper authority.
4. If injured, report it to your superiors immediately.
5. Know fire safety and the location of fire extinguishers.
6. Know where the first aid kits or ambulances are located.
Suggested Guidelines for the Selection of Ensigns
Even though our Ensigns are not part of the 20th century chain of command, they do portray officers of the Regiment and should command the respect of the membership in general. Therefore they should be selected by the Clann according to some criteria.
Clann tradition: Our first two ensigns (Todd McCall and Gary Gilchrist) were selected because of their solo Highland dancing ability. Since then, Ensigns have been selected by the Company staff.
Historically speaking: The company flags would be turned over to new ensigns as part of mustering new recruits and their ceremonial oath as soldiers. Thus, the obvious time for selecting Ensigns would seem to be our Spring Muster. If our appearance schedule stays the same, this would allow two appearances (Macalester and Saukville) as well as Muster, for prospective Ensigns to "show their stuff". Obviously, our Ensigns may not be at every event, and Acting Ensigns could be appointed to give prospective future Ensigns a chance for practice.
Suggested criteria for electing Ensigns
(Based upon what should be expected from the ensigns. )
1. Tradition. Continue our early tradition of considering solo dancers.
2. Flag Twirling. A public contest to display their ability to handle the flags.
3. Interpretive Skills, the ability to talk to the crowd during our military drills.
4. Command presence? The overall respect of the fellow members, and the ability/willingness to portray an officer.
Selection Process For the actual selection of ensigns it has been suggested that the general membership have their voice by judging the flag twirling ability of the prospective ensigns, and that the Regimental staff make the final appointments. Ensigns shall serve for one season.
Clann Tartan Sutler Guidelines
The following is a guideline for Active or Associate members and outside sutlers wishing to sell their wares as part of an appearance with Clann Tartan. It is based, in part, upon our normal expectations for active members. Consult the Quartermaster or Regimental Staff if you have any questions.
The year of focus portrayed by Clann Tartan is 1630. We portray a mercenary recruiting center that is currently in Scotland. Thus, all visible items of clothing, shelters, personal belongings should reflect Scotland during the early 17th century. All modern equipment, supplies, or packaging should be covered or hidden. All participants will be subject to Clann Tartan rules regarding safety and behavior.
Sutlers are required to subscribe to the Clann Newsletter so they are up-to-date on Clann activities, and possible requirements or limitations at specific events. Anyone wishing to attend an event should register with the Regimental Staff well in advance
Participation during the event:
The goal and purpose of Clann Tartan is educational. The Clann attempts to schedule members "on duty" as interpreters for about half of the day. Outside sutlers will not be charged booth space, as long as they spend approximately half of their day "educating. " This can take several forms and can be done in combination:
A) Demonstrating a period craft while minding their shop.
B) Giving formal interpretive presentations,
C) Participating in scheduled Clann activities, such as drills, dancing, etc.
Sutlers not participating in interpretive activities will be charged for booth space at events hosted by Clann Tartan. At events not hosted by Clann Tartan, non-interpretive sutlers will register as sutlers with the event itself and pay any fees required by the event.
Items appropriate for sale
"Enabling items":
Items of merchandise that enable our members to better interpret history - period clothing, tools, personal belongings appropriate to the year 1630. These items may be displayed and sold harmoniously in our period setting, and their availability furthers our corporate goals.
Are there exceptions to this? No, not in the main camp area. Sales in our "historic site" should visually support the illusion of our historic era. However, a non-period "gift shop" (The Clann pavilion tent?) may be set up separate from the "site" where items can be sold which reflect the most liberal definition of our Bylaws. This "gift shop" will include corporate items for sale such as the Clann Manual. Members who have items for sale, but do not with to set up a shop may sell them through the gift shop.
General Sales Guidelines
All items should be appropriate to the year 1630. -Items should be unobtrusively marked. -No modern packaging visible.
Sales area must be staffed by those selling. Sutlers will make their own arrangements for breaks, or close the sales area when unattended.
Sutlers are welcome to display historically appropriate tradesman’s signs to advertise their wares.
Inappropriate items will be removed from display or moved to the "gift shop" at the request of the Regimental Staff.
Appeals regarding "inappropriate" items are welcome if accompanied by historical documentation.
No sales of weapons or knives to children who are unaccompanied by an adult.
"Gift shop" sales.
All items should be suitable to Scotland, or Celtic peoples, their history, culture and traditions. Items focusing on the era between 1550 and 1750 are most desirable, but earlier or later items are permitted.
All items clearly marked with price and owner's I. D. Tags from items are to be kept as a record of the sale until owner is paid -Gift shop to be staffed by those selling items; this group arranges for breaks or closes the shop when unattended. -Gift shop staff must be willing to sell any item in the shop, including corporate for sale items, and must follow procedures for keeping price and I. D. marking of all items.
Clothing:
See the "Appropriate Clothing" portion of the appendices. These are the minimum requirements for members. Other styles of European clothing are acceptable as long as they are appropriate to the class and trade of the person you are portraying.