It sounds as though the problem lies with the elected president then. That's a shame, as I would think the regular members would have been quite happy to attend the actual clan celebration as you describe it. I misunderstood your terms and so had the wrong impression.

From my experience on the US side of the pond, the blue face paint and claymore wielders are a tolerated minority. Not how most of us wish to celebrate Scottish culture, but not worthy of more than an eye roll at the Highland Games when you see them. I think of them no worse than those wearing their kilts backwards, and would be surprised if that type of person would spend the substantial time and money required to attend a 3 day event in Scotland.