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The Purpose of the
Youth Activities Program in the
Kingdom of Atlantia is to teach our youth about
Medieval and Renaissance history; and to create opportunities
where they can be fully involved in activities in the
Society for Creative Anachronism
(SCA) that are appropriate
for their age and ability. We can only do this if we have the
buy-in from the parents, youth and other members of the SCA.
Questions can be directed to our Baronial Chancelor of Minors:
Elisabeth
Hännsler
(Emmie WIlliams)
Homel (919) 498-2044
Email:
cm AT windmastershill DOT org
Our programs are broken down by age group:
Under 4 -- A Wee One's Corner is provided at most
events for children under 4 years. Supervision is required at
all times and is NOT provided by event staff, children under 14
are NOT appropriate supervisors. Toddler safe toys and books are
provided to entertain our youngest members.
Ages 4-8 -- Children's Corners provide historically
appropriate crafts and activities for children ages 4-8.
Children's Corner Activities are provided at most events.
Parents/Guardians MUST come to the Corner site to sign their
children IN and OUT. It is requested that Parents/Guardians
volunteer time or materials to the Children's Corner.
Ages 9-14 -- The Pages Academy provides
age-appropriate, historically interesting classes/workshops,
activities, competitions through the Pages Academy structure for
children ages 9-14. Formal Pages Activities are usually not
provided at events unless requested by the Pages. Pages are
encouraged to earn Service points by assisting event staff, A&S
points by entering competitions and demos, and History points by
attending any classes at the event. We will be happy to provide
formal Page Activities if we know at least 3 Pages are
interested in them.
Youth over age 14 -- We coordinate with local event
stewards to plan age appropriate activities, and to create
spaces where the teens can socialize in a safe area. Due to the
lack of response regarding Teen Activities in Windmaster's Hill,
specific teen activities will only be provided upon the request
of the teens or parents. We are thrilled to provide activities
when they are desired.
A Reading Corner is provided for children of all ages at
most events. Look for the "Joust Read" poster. We have an
assortment of books and are always looking for more.
For information on Youth Combat activities please visit
the Atlantian
Youth Combat Page.
Links to Youth
Related Sites
Atlantian Youth Website
Atlantian Pages
Academy
Atlantian Youth
Combat
Important note about Children/Minors at SCA Events:
Minors under the age of 18 are not permitted to enter (or remain on)
an event site without an adult who is
designated as being responsible for
them. If the adult in question is not the minor's parent or guardian, that
adult must present a
Minor Medical Authorization Form, signed by the parent or legal guardian
at registration at the event. This medical authorization form
must be notarized. (We must have the form even if you
are a blood relative such as a grandparent).
Click here for more information about this form. Don't make us turn away your minor event attendee at the gate!
Minors attending an SCA event must
also present either a signed
Minor Waiver, or a signed
blue SCA membership card, before admission to the event. (Waiver forms will
be available at the gate.)
Copies of these forms are
linked here:
(All are PDF format.)
Medical
Authorization Form For Minors (alternate
link)
Minor Medical Authorization FAQ (alternate
link)
Minor Participation
Waiver (alternate
link)
Minor Participation
Waiver - For More Than One Child (alternate
link)
Designated Adult in Charge of Minor Form (alternate
link)
Rules for Minors at
Events or People Running Youth Activities
List of all the youth-related rules known to the Baronial
Minster of Minors
Children's Corner Guidelines
Children's Corner Sign in/out sheet
(Word doc)
Children's Corner Signage
(Word doc)
Forms
Form for Judging Youth A&S
(Word doc)
Youth Officer Reporting Form
(Word doc)
Baronial Youth
Supply Inventory
Here is
a link to a list of items currently on hand for Youth Activities in Windmaster's Hill. If you are planning Children's Activities
please check this list before making purchases.
We are ALWAYS in need of more supplies, though we are currently
well supplied with crayons and markers at the moment. Our Wish
List includes any sort of craft supply you can imagine,
including but not limited to:
* SCA-related colouring pages
* glue gun sticks
* popsicle sticks
* egg cartons
* oatmeal canisters (with lids)
* decent sized pieces of fabric and trim,
* and of course....etc.
I would like to have a candlemaking activity as soon as I get
the necessary supplies. To do this I need metal coffee cans (or
similar heat proof itmes) and candle wax. The leftover bits from
melting your candles down can be re-melted to make wax for the
kids. I can use EVERY bit of wax!
Baronial Youth
Prize Inventory
We have AMAZING kids in Windmaster's Hill and they are
constantly trying new crafts. I would like to encourage every
artisan to put together a basic kit with supplies and
instructions for their favorite craft. I would also like to
encourage artisans to volunteer to teach their craft to the
children. If you are willing, please contact the Baronial
Minister of Minors to arrange to teach. |