Do you see the boroughs as having a different role than other components of Carolingia because the borough members tend to be younger, newer, and have higher turn over?

Yes. They need more guidance and certainly more information. Boroughs are part of the strength of Carolingia. Their high-turnover can also be part of our weakness. We need to aware of both and treat them accordingly. We need to remember that the members of Boroughs are not seasoned Scandians. They need appropriate guidance, help and information. I feel we have been doing a relatively good job of this on average. I would like to see that continue.

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Lady Eleanor Catlyng :

I believe that the Burroughs are the new blood of this Barony. Carolingia is fortunate to have a steady influx of new members with new ideas and enthusiasm. I have talked with many people who regret the stagnation of their groups, and I have always treasured the Burroughs for their role.

The Barony overall is large, but varied, and I feel we have a great deal to offer newer members (through Burroughs or otherwise) and we should continue to offer meetings, events, and workshops that are new-comer friendly, in addition to the material support they need (particularly transportation!). I have been particularly pleased to see a conjunction of Barony and Burrough events, such as holding the recent Fencing Challenge at Mitgaard, having workshops based at various Burroughs, and so on.

I can't comment enough on how much I value the Burroughs as a part of the Barony. As Seneschale, I wish to support their continuation and growth, and particularly their interactivity with more experienced segments of the Barony.

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