Order of the Arrow - Scouting's National Honor Society

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Founded in 1915, the Order of the Arrow is recognized as the Boy Scouts of America's national brotherhood of honor campers. Its mission is to promote positive youth leadership and uphold values of service, outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship. This prestigious organization aims to develop leaders and instill the principles of the Scout Oath and Law in its members. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, the Order of the Arrow continues to inspire generations of Scouts to serve others and demonstrate leadership in all aspects of life.

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OA Welcome Session OA Welcome Session <Insert Lodge Name Here>

Welcome!

Introduction of Key <Lodge/Chapter> Administration Lodge Chief - <Insert Lodge Chief name> <Insert additional Lodge/Chapter youth> <Insert Lodge Picture> Lodge Adviser - <Insert Lodge Adviser name> <Insert additional Lodge/Chapter advisers>

Important Information My Lodge Name is <Lodge Name>. My Chapter is <Chapter Name>. My Chapter Meets at <Chapter Meeting Info>. My Ordeal Date is <Ordeal Date>. My Ordeal is going to be at <Ordeal Location>. <Lodge Logo> You may consider writing this information down.

Background of the Order of the Arrow Founded in 1915 by E. Urner Goodman and Carroll A. Edson 1934: Part of the National Boy Scout program 1948: recognized as the BSA s national brotherhood of honor campers Conservation, high adventure, and servant- leadership as main pillars of the program.

Mission of the Order of the Arrow The mission of the Order of the Arrow is to fulfill its purpose as an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America through positive youth leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults.

Purpose of the Order of the Arrow As Scouting s National Honor Society, our purpose is to: Recognize those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and through that recognition cause others to conduct themselves in a way that warrants similar recognition. Promote camping, responsible outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship as essential components of every Scout s experience, in the unit, year-round, and in summer camp. Develop leaders with the willingness, character, spirit and ability to advance the activities of their units, our Brotherhood, Scouting, and ultimately our nation. Crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.

Contemporary Order of the Arrow 266 lodges - 45 sections - 4 regions Open to all Scouting programs (Scouts BSA Troop, Sea Scout Ships, Venturing Crews) Leadership positions and voting rights for under 21. Brotherhood, Cheerfulness, and Service Leadership and Character Development

The Honors Induction - called the Ordeal Honor. 4 challenges of the Ordeal: Scant Food Silent Thought Night Alone Arduous Labor (Service)

The Honors, cont. Brotherhood 6 months of service as an Ordeal member

The Honors, cont. Vigil Minimum of two years as Brotherhood Distinguished contributions to their lodge, the Order of the Arrow, Scouting, or their Scout camp Bestowed by special selection Limited to one person for every 50 members

My Story by <insert name here>

What Can I Do In The Order of the Arrow? Local National National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) National Leadership Seminar OA High Adventure Section Conclave Camp Service Promoting Camping Lodge Fellowships Lodge Leadership Brotherhood Chapter/Lodge Meetings