X marks sign at gatherings

[sydnie7]

I have yet to follow through on this idea, but with the Games season approaching I just might find the time -- I have the materials, but not put together.

Last year I thought of displaying a yellow flag (just ~24x24 in. fabric on a dowel handle) at places where folks had spoken of congregating -- such as "the beer garden at 1 p.m." and the like. Yellow to represent our dandelion, yet not so specific as to exclude other kilties. Large enough to be seen, but not overwhelming or tiring to carry. Along the lines of a tour guide's marker.

"Meet at the yellow flag" is a pretty easy thing to remember, and pass along to new acquaintances.

[Mael Coluim]

In the past, when I hosted a XMarks meet up at my clan tent, I posted this sign. The sign is a download of Steve's XMarkstheScott large patch.

What say ye, Steve?

[Steve Ashton]

I find nothing wrong with a small sign like that to announce a meeting place and time.

The use of the X Marks Tartan, Cap Badge, or Forum Logo would be acceptable for such a sign.

The only thing I would have an issue with is a tent or booth set up with a banner saying something like "Clan X Marks".

Or someone in a tent or booth recruiting for, or claiming to represent the forum.



Could a group of members forum a tug of war team? Sure.
Could a group of members march in the Clan Parade holding up a banner proclaiming to be representative of X Marks? No.

I guess it is a small nit pick thing but if you look at it from the standpoint of others attending the event, will they see a group and think "Wow, that group of people are having a good time." Or will they see a group and think "Oh My, that X Marks, who do they think they are?"

Do you see the distinction?