Yustaga Lodge #385 Gulf Coast Council #773 www.yustaga385.com August / September 2002

2001/2002 Memories from NOAC 2002 Officers Charles Bellinghausen, Panzacola Chapter Chief With this being my first National Lodge Chief Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC), I Monty Haight have many great things to say about it. You [email protected] will never realize There were how large the Or- Lodge Advisor der of the Arrow is many different until you step into a Wade Hartley basketball arena [email protected] training classes you could FILLED with over 7,000 arrowmen. Staff Advisor attend, from The shows were great! There was Jon Davies ceremony, [email protected] one every night dance, leader- except Tuesday, ship, to high when there was a Joe Harvill & Doug Watson meet Associate Lodge HUGE PARTAY! 2002 National OA Chief, Clay Capp Advisor From the awesome American Indian dancing, to the meaningful Steve Kolek final show; that seemed almost enough, but it [email protected] Elections to be held (Continued on page 2)

Lodge Vice-Chief at Fall Pow Wade Hartley Paul Banegas Last Chance for Lodge Lay Advisor The annual Lodge & Chapter elections will be Lodge Vice-Chief Brotherhood held at the lodge business meeting during the Fall Monty Haight, Pow Wow. Terms for ALL positions expire at Ted Werre Lodge Chief this event. If you are interested in running for The Fall Pow Wow will be the last time this any lodge position, or serving as a committee Lodge Treasurer year for eligible arrowmen to seal their mem- chairman, contact Wade Hartley, Lodge Advisor bership in the Order of the Arrow by becom- via email: [email protected] or via phone Doug Watson ing a Brotherhood Member. Anyone inducted [email protected] (215)368-7273. prior to 2002 is eligible. For more informa- Contact your chapter advisor if you would like to tion, see the registration form. Make the com- run for a chapter office. Lodge Secretary mittment, register today!

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(Continued from page 1) rock climbing and different camping booths. wasn’t. One of the most exciting things was being able Chapter There were many different training to meet the National Chief, National Vice- Information classes you could attend, from ceremony, Chief, and Regional Chiefs. dance, leadership, to high adventure. I partook And of course, there is Founder’s in the SCUBA classes where we were in- Day, with lodges from all over the country structed on how to dive and spent almost an showcasing their areas and specialties. From hour in the water! Very invigorating! food to giveaways and games, Founder’s Day Apalachee During the afternoon, there were an was quite an experience. endless amount of choices that you could have NOAC ended with a bang of fire- Chief done, ranging from special seminars, the OA works. I am definitely ready for NOAC 2004, Rick Alcaraz Museum, to sports and many expos. Our lodge and I URGE you to attend. By the way, the Advisor made it to the top 8 in the soccer competition. absolute best was all of the college girls around The OA Museum included many older OA campus! There you will learn the true meaning Ted Spangenberg, Sr sashes, some with E. Urner Goodman’s signa- of cheerfulness, service, and brotherhood. ture. It also had many old eagle scout rank To read more about NOAC 2002 and Choctaw items and many lodge flaps. In the Meet The to see photos from the contingent trip, visit Man sessions, arrowmen were able to ask ques- www.yustaga385.com. Chief tions to the members of the OA National Com- Dean Bundy mittee and the BSA National Committee. Advisor The High Adventure Expo included Keith Reyher

Lodge Leadership Development Course Oschambos Chief Monty Haight 2002 Lodge Chief Daniel Greenwell The Lodge Leadership Development Advisor Course (LLDC) will be held on October 26, Chad Hartley 2002. The location will be announced at the Pow Wow LEC meeting. Check the lodge website for updates. All incoming lodge offi- Panzacola cers, chapter officers and committee chairmen Chief are required to attend. This includes the advisors. This event is going to teach leader- Charles ship and explain the responsibilities of each Bellinghausen position. This event will develop better lodge, Advisor chapter and committee resources. Wayne Pannell

Techakin Chief Perfecting the Principles Chris Wilaby Advisor Charles Bellinghausen of the Arrow Conference, we took an in-depth Frank Henry Panzacola Chapter Chief look a the personal lives of Allowat Sakima, It takes a good ceremonialist to per- Meteu, Kitchkinet, and Nutiket. We asked form a ceremony, but, it takes a great one to ourselves questions like; What would be their understand his character, and those of his fel- favorite movie? Are they married? Or, what is low teammates. their relationship like with their parents? Some During a course at the National Order (Continued on page 10)

2 Yustaga 385 Standing Committees

Committee Description Brotherhood Works with Brotherhood candidates. Gives training sessions and signs off completion on Brotherhood requirements. Sends out letters to eligible candidates. Ensures that at least 30% of the eligible candidates are converted to Brotherhood each year. Native American Events Responsible for organizing teams for all dance and/or drum & song exhibitions and competitions. Elangomat Responsible for training Elangomats to assist candidates at the Ordeal. Responsible for working with chapters to ensure that enough Elangomats are trained and available at the Or- deals. Ceremony Responsible for coordinating all ceremonies with team mem- bers. Camp Promotion Helps to promote our local camp as well as camping in gen- eral. Prepares promotional items (videos, pamphlets, etc) to assist in this task. Also responsible for publishing the “Where to go Camping” Booklet of area campsites of interest for local troops use. Vigil In charge of the nomination, election, and ceremonies for Vigil Honor members. Coordinates with ceremonies committee when needed. Unit Service In charge of organizing, informing and communicating with the new OA Troop/Team Representative and the ASK Program.

Unit Elections In charge of training chapter unit elections teams. Ensures that every unit desiring a unit election receives one. Turns in forms to lodge secretary. Chapter election team chairmen should sit on this committee. Publications In charge of publishing the Osprey, the official newsletter of the Lodge, at least 4 times a year. One person from each chapter should be on this committee. Osprey reporters are in charge of reporting chapter news to the Osprey. A sub- committee of publications is in charge of maintaining, updat- ing, producing, and developing the lodge website at www.yustaga385.com. Historical / Awards Takes pictures throughout the year at lodge events. Produces a historical display for competition at the Conclave. Produces the annual slide show for the banquet. All interested youth and adults should contact Wade Hartley, Lodge Advisor. He can be reached by phone (251)368-7273, email: [email protected] or snail mail: PO Box 25, Atmore AL 36504.

3 2002 Fall Pow Wow - Camp Euchee Tentative Schedule

Friday, September 13, 2002

5:00 - 7:00pm Registration Henson Hall 7:00 Ordeal Candidates Gather Trading Post

7:30 Pre-Ordeal Ceremony TBA 9:00 Opening Campfire (Vigil Call-Out) Whipple Circle

10:00 Crackerbarrel (Patch trading, Yustaga Cinema) Dining Hall

11:30 Taps Campsites

Saturday, September 14, 2002

7:00 Reveille 7:15 Assembly / Breakfast Dining Hall Lawn 8:30 Training Session One 9:00 Training Session Two 9:30 Training Session Three 10:00 Training Session Four 10:30 Yustaga Gladiators 10:30 Horseshoes 12:00 Assemble for Lunch / Lunch Dining Hall Lawn 1:00 Lodge / Chapter Elections Dining Hall 1:30 Business Meeting Youth - Dining Hall Adult - Pathfinder 2:00 Handicap Awareness Activities Staff Area 3:30 Water Carnival Waterfront 3:30 OA Pictionary TBA 6:00 Assemble for Supper / Supper Dining Hall Lawn 7:00 Brotherhood Candidates Gather Trading Post 7:30 Ordeal Ceremony 8:00 Brotherhood Ceremony Square Grounds 9:00 Crackerbarrell - Craft Fair & Memorabilia Display Dining Hall 9:30 Patch Auction Dining Hall 11:30 Taps Sunday, September 15, 2002 7:00 Reveille 7:15 Assemble for Breakfast / Breakfast Dining Hall Lawn

8:15 Religious Service Deere Chapel 9:00 LEC Henson Hall

Times / Locations / Activities subject to change. Updated schedule will be presented at check-in. 4 The Osprey

Exceptional First What is NOAC? Year Arrowman Program Tim Hildebrand the tradition of the founder of the Order of the The Excep- Panzacola Chapter Arrow, E. Urner Goodman. tional First Year Arrow- Each day we attended a morning man Program is de- NOAC. What is NOAC? NOAC-the training session that focused on the various signed to recognize gathering of Order of the Arrow brethren from aspects of camping, scouting and service. This those brand new Arrow- the far corners of the nation. The National Or- was followed by games, events, and competi- men who become active der of the Arrow Conference is the pinnacle of tions both with and against fellow arrowmen in the lodge during the experience in the brotherhood. From the from around the nation. It was quite an enjoy- their first year of mem- latest of camping gadgetry to opportunities in able experience. Each evening there was a bership. Throughout camping; ie OA Trailcrew at Philmont and the spectacular show produced by the best youth the year, special activi- Northern Tier program, to outdoor extravagan- this nation has to offer, including a heart warm- ties will be conducted zas, not to mention patches galore, the confer- ing patriotic show accompanied with fireworks at lodge events that will ence contains everything you could ever want to start the week of with a bang. be available to all First in your scouting career. From invaluable training, to brotherly Year Arrowmen. As this is my first NOAC trip, I en- fellowship to great show productions, to thou- All Arrowmen joyed the event. Some go as far as to say that sands of patches, I would certainly recommend completing the require- NOAC is far better than the National Jam- the grand experience that is NOAC to any of ments will recieve a boree. 7000 of my fellow brothers invaded the my brothers. special recognition at Indiana University campus for a week long the following year’s time of friendship and fellowship; celebrating Ordeal. In addition, on youth and one adult will be selected as the most Exceptional First Year Arrowman of the Indian Summer 2003 Year and will be recog- nized at the Lodge Ban- quet. NOAC Flyer wanted to know about OA ceremonies and in- Are you interested in ceremonies or ductions, from the Unit Election through the The requirements are: American Indian activities? If son, then the Vigil. place to be in 2003 is Indian Summer. Join the Check out the OA website next month 1) Attend at least 3 Order’s finest instructors at Ridgecrest Confer- at www.oa-bsa.org for more information. lodge events following ence Center in the heart of the Smoky Moun- Interested in working on staff? Appli- your Ordeal. tains from August 2-7. Located just outside of cations will be available at the Fall Pow Wow. Asheville, North Carolina, this outstanding fa- 2) Pay Lodge dues for cility offers scenic vistas and many recreational the year following your opportunities. Ordeal. This will be an action-packed week of activities focusing on American Indian crafts, 3) Attend at least 3 singing, dancing, and culture. You will have chapter meetings. the opportunity to learn everything you ever

4) Sign up and partici- pate on a lodge com- Thumbs Up to NOAC 2002 mittee.

5) Participate on an ap- proved service team. Craig Bonefield Yustaga Conclave show!) I am convinced that 2002 NOAC Contingent Youth will be one of the most educational and excit- 6) Remain active with I give NOAC 2002 a big thumbs up! ing Scouting events that I have ever been to. I your unit. I had no idea what this thing was all about. At encourage anyone who has never been to snag first I was just coming for the patch trading, a spot next time. I guarantee it will be worth but after just a few hours and one of the best it! shows I have ever seen (besides the 2001

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What about NOAC 2004? Calendar Andy Weber 2002

I'm sure that the only thing running compared to most other campuses in that the through your mind at this point is "Where will university itself is not completely centralized. September 13-15 NOAC be in 2004 and now do I sign up?" To get from your dorm to the arena you will Fall Pow Wow Well, it's a quite simple answer. NOAC 2004 probably have to walk past 20 residential will be in Ames, Iowa on the beautiful campus homes. The spreading of the campus however of Iowa State University. My first NOAC back is good in the fact that "downtown" Ames is a October 26 in 1998 was there and it was an amazing expe- stones throw from your room. After the shows Lodge Leadership rience. The facilities there at ISU are perfect you can head downtown with some friends and Development Conv- for a conference of over 7,000 of Scouting's go see a movie or just walk around in a college best. town. erence (LLDC) For starters, the food is great, there's At this point there's not much else known about almost no wait for it, and you can have as what NOAC 2004 has in store for its partici- December 7 many helpings as you want. After your first pants. Program decisions and such will be meal there on Saturday evening, you'll head available on the National website as soon as Lodge Banquet into an arena for an amazing opening show. Of they are known. As far as the "how do I sign the three campuses I've been to for NOAC, up" part goes, that too is quite simple. SHOW 2003 ISU has the best arena for the nightly shows. INTEREST. Tell your friends you want to go, January 11 The classrooms that hold the training sessions tell your Chapter Chief, tell an adult.anyone Lodge Executive are right next to the auditorium that has Native really. No matter what the actual program of American Pow Wow which is right next to NOAC 2004 entails, it is sure to be a reward- Committee (LEC) Founder's Field. Founder's Field holds a huge ing experience. expo on the last day with booths from hundreds Feb 28 - March 2 of lodges showing off things characteristic of their areas. FREE food, games, prizes and Spring Fellowship giveaways may make you want to bring an ex- tra bag just to lug everything back home. April 11-13 The layout of ISU is a bit strange Section Conclave

May 16-18 A Life-Changing Experience at Lodge Ordeal

OA Trail Crew July 11 Doug Watson Summer Social Treasurer

How would you feel if you could go honestly say it was a life-changing experience. September TBA to Philmont or Northern Tier for only $100? I learned so much about myself and the order Fall Pow Wow Most of us would say “Where do I sign up?” to which we belong, at the same time making The answer is closer than you think. You can lasting relationships with fellow arrowmen sign up for the Order of the Arrow Trail Crew from around the country. The work was not October TBA at Philmont, or the OA Wilderness Voyage at back-breaking slave labor, but it was enough to Northern Tier. With these programs you not feel like we accomplished something important Lodge Leadership only get to go to these high adventure bases, that will last decades and thousands will be Development Con- but you also have the unique opportunity to helped by the work that we did. ference (LLDS) give back to the program. The basic idea be- There were participants from all over hind both programs is the same: one week of the country, but we all got along because of our trail work and a one week trek, with OA ideals common bond of being in the OA. While December TBA worked into the program, giving you a new working on our several projects the first week, Lodge Banquet outlook on life as a whole. we all became very close, and by the time we This past month I had the chance to started our trek, we were like brothers. The All dates are subject to go out to Philmont for OA Trail Crew and can (Continued on page 7) change by the LEC.

6 The Osprey (Continued from page 6) Ordeal 2002 A Huge Success Doug Watson Lodge Treasurer friendships we all made in those two weeks will The 2002 ordeal was held May 17-19 treated the new members to a banquet on Sat- last for a very long time. at Camp Euchee. Over 80 candidates were urday night after their ceremony. As opposed Making such relation- accepted into our order and 6 sealed their to just a cracker-barrel as usual, we had plenty ships is probably the membership in the Brotherhood. The candi- of food, covered tables, a slide show of the most fulfilling part of dates worked on several needed projects weekend, and introductions of lodge officers to the program. around camp, including the waterfront trail, the new members. This went over really well Throughout the digging pipelines, replacing benches, and set- with the newbies and helped them to feel more work week and the trek, ting up a few tents. Even the members showed comfortable in our lodge. This will definitely several elements of the cheerful service by working on ceremony cir- be a lasting tradition in Yustaga for years to OA were demonstrated cles and setting up tents for the 2002 summer come. through physical, men- camp season at Camp Euchee. The work was a Another tradition began at this ordeal tal, and spiritual chal- great help to the camp and is greatly appreci- was the ordeal edition of the Osprey, Yustaga’s lenges. These chal- ated. newsletter. In this special edition handed out lenges helped us each to Even though a bad thunderstorm with the new members’ packets on Sunday recognize what the OA passed over camp late on Friday night, forcing morning was a lot of information about OA, is all about, but more the candidates to spend their night under shoot- Yustaga 385, and everything thing from “When importantly who WE ing range shelters, they remained cheerful to wear your sash,” to the purpose of the OA. are, both in the OA and throughout the weekend. Andrew Darden and It helped new members better understand what in our daily lives. Each Ralph Banegas did a fantastic job running the they have gotten themselves into. test strengthened our elangomat program and bringing the whole Over all this year’s ordeal was a great commitment to our- ordeal together. The dedication of the Elango- success and has set a standard for years to selves, to our Order, and mats was played a vital role I the success to the come. to our God. weekend. The experience For something new this year, we is one I will not soon forget. I personally plan to participate in the OA Chiefly Speaking Voyage next year at Monty Haight Northern Tier, and I en- 2002 Lodge Chief courage all of you that Brothers, meet the requirements to Thank you for all of your support over join me. Both programs the past year. This has been a great opportu- are extremely inspira- nity for me. There have been many highlights tional and well worth over the past year that I will never forget. the money. If there is Coming up September 12-14, 2002 is any doubt in your mind the Fall Pow Wow. This is going to be my last about the OA, yourself, event as the 2002 Lodge Chief; however, it is or your God, or if you going to be the biggest and best event for the just want to reinforce year. The Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) what you already think, has been working to put together a great event sign up for one of these full of fun, fellowship, and a time of brother- programs and ALL hood. WILL BE REVEALED. Thank you again for your support of me and all the other LEC members. I hope to work for you again soon.

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I’ve Done it ALL, Now What? Sevice Opportunities Steven Henry up to. As E. Urner Goodman once told a youth Section SR4N Vice-Chief arrowman referring to a pseudo-adult, “The lodge is no longer theirs, but yours!” Good- As many arrowmen grow older and man was simply saying that a pseudo-adult The OA Strategic are about to turn 21, their roles in the Order of does not have a specific role; his role has now Plan for the 21st Cen- the Arrow become faded. They are too young become an unofficial role in serving the lodge. tury announced in- to be advisors, as they have not yet turned 21, You, Arrowmen between the ages of and usually cannot serve in a lodge youth lead- eighteen and twenty, now have the most impor- creased service to ership position because they do not have tant role as a mentor; to guide the new Arrow- the units, districts enough time to complete an entire year as a men, to give advice to the young leaders, and and councils that youth leader. So if these pseudo-adults cannot set the example for others to live up to. be adult or youth leaders, what can they be? “He who serves his fellows is of all the Order of the Ar- According to training performed at his fellows greatest!” row serves. the National Order of the Arrow Conference in 2002, their main role is to serve as a mentor. Between the ages of eighteen and twenty, In the spirit of that youth arrowmen have the obligations to serve challenge, Yustaga as a mentor. The role of a mentor is probably one of the most important roles in the Order of is pleased to an- the Arrow. They serve as role models and set nounce three new the example for the younger arrowmen to live service opportuni- ties for our mem- Perfecting the Principles bers: Scoutreach Mentoring Pro- gram, ASK, and OA (Continued from page 2) very interesting answeres came about during Service Corps. Each the discussions. Answers like “Shrek”, they of the three pro- had many wives, and they were always getting grams are discussed into trouble. We also discussed what other lodges below. While do during their ceremonies. Finally, we Scoutreach and learned how to become a better ceremony ASK are national team. Knowing your teammates is a very im- portant part of having a great team. Practice programs, the Lodge sessions should last about an hour and include Service Corps is a fun as well as ceremony practice. Everyone is local program. Ar- happier, and your relationships outside of the OA will help you inside the ceremony ring. rowmen can down- load applications for OSPREY DEADLINES all three groups February/March January 1st from the lodge web- April/May March 1st site. September/October August 1st November/December October 1st yustaga385.com

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10 Lodge Registration Form Totals 2003 Dues Prepayment* (Before Dec 1, 2002) $5.00 Fall Pow Wow Early Registration $13.00 Fall Pow Wow Late Registration (After Sept 9th) 18.00 Fall Pow Wow Event Patches $3.00each x ______= Pre-pay Lodge Banquet Patches $3.00each x ______=

Brotherhood Fee $15.00 Total Inclosed Name: Address: Chapter [A] [C] [O] [P] [T] Telephone# ( )______-______Email Address:______Youth / Adult

Please use a different form for each person. This form is for current members only, not for reactivation. 2002 Fall Pow Wow, Make Plans To Attend!! Wade Hartley Lodge Lay Advisor The 2002 Fall Pow Wow is shaping up to be one the National Jamboree, a series of Disability Awareness of the finest lodge events in recent history. A tentative events are scheduled for the early afternoon. The late schedule is included in this issue of the Osprey. A detailed afternoon will allow members to cool off at the water schedule will be provided to each Arrowman at check in. carnival as each chapter battles it out for the Lake Alaqua On Friday night, the 2002 Vigil Honor members Championship. OA pictionary competition among chap- will be Tapped Out at a special ceremony. The Friday ters will also be conducted for those folks who don’t night crackerbarrell, in addition to food, board games, want to go swimming. movies , patch trading and fellowship, will also offer Patch Saturday night offers the chance for members to Bingo. Each person donates any patch to get a bingo card renew their commitment to the Order of the Arrow by and the accumulated patches are then used as the prizes for observing both the Ordeal and Brotherhood ceremonies. each bingo game. The Saturday night crackerbarrell will feature the ever Saturday morning will offer a whirlwind of both popular annual patch auction where you can participate training and games. Each Arrowman will be able to choose in a both a silent and live auction to obtain the patches of from 3-4 topics during each training session in order to your dreams! This is one of our major fundraisers each learn more about the Order of the Arrow and develop his year, in addition to providing tons of fun and excitement. own leadership skills. Following training, the Yustaga There are several new activities that will take Gladiator Games will commence, pitting chapter against place. The first is the “Fire and Ice Competition”. This chapter. Come test you’re your brute strength, endurance event will allow each chapter to showcase its culinary and cunning. For those battle hardened adults, the much talents. The fire, i.e. CHILI, will be cooked by the chap- more relaxed competition of horseshoes will be available. ters on Saturday afternoon and incorporated into the sup- Incorporating a popular feature from NOAC and (Continued on page 12)

11 Gulf Coast Council #773 NON-PROFIT ORG Boy Scouts of America U.S. POSTAGE PAID 9440 University Parkway PERMIT NO. 33 Pensacola FL 32514 PENSACOLA, FL

(Continued from page 11) will be awarded in both the Craft Fair and Memorabilia Dis- per meal. Prizes will be awarded for most original, play. Additional details and judging criteria will soon be an- hottest and overall winner. The ice, i.e. home made ICE nounced via the e-group. CREAM, will be prepared by each chapter and served at Finally, the Fall Pow Wow will feature a the Saturday night crackerbarrell. Chapters will have to “Brotherhood Award”. Similar to the participation awards provide their own cooking utensils, stoves, ingredients used at conclaves and NOAC. A special token will be given (including ice), ice cream makers, etc. The kitchen fa- to each Arrowman on Sunday morning who completes the cilities will not be available. However, there will be requirements. The criteria are designed so that everyone in room in the walk in cooler for ingredients to be kept but attendance is encouraged to fully participate and become in- they must be contained in a clearly labeled container so volved in the event. I hope to see YOU at the Fall Pow as not to be confused with the food items being used by Wow! the kitchen staff.All dishes must be prepared at the event. Each chapter will be reimbursed up to $20.00 upon turning in receipts. Fall Pow Wow On Saturday night, a “Craft Fair and Expo” Chapter Assignments will be held at the crackerbarrell. There will be two cat- egories, Native American and Scoutcraft (woodcarving, Apalachee Colors & Grace neckerchief slides, leatherwork, etc). There will be a youth and adult division in each category. This is the Choctaw Religious Service chance to show off the latest addition to your Indian regalia, beadwork, your recreation of traditional native Oschambos Ceremony Fires implements or that wood carving that you have been working on since summer camp. Panzacola Kitchen Also on Saturday night, a Scout Memorabilia Display competition will be held. There will also be a Techakin Dining Hall youth and adult division for this activity. Recognitions 12