Quelqueshoe Lodge 166 Screaming Eagle

Volume IX, Issue IV October - December 2009

Inside this issue:

Annual Lodge Banquet 2 Chiefly Speaking

Adviser’s Minute 3 Fellow Arrowmen,

Arrowmen in Action 4 First, I would like to congratulate all of our new Arrow- men who recently completed our Winter Ordeal; the Lodge Leadership Develop- 5 service that was accomplished would not have been pos- ment sible without each new member. I would also like to Haddock Passes Torch 5 congratulate the three Vigil candidates who were called out after the Ordeal ceremony; Ryan Johnston, Colby Resisting Stereotypes 6 Broussard, and Kodey Kershaw are three deserving Ar- Upcoming Events rowmen who will be thoroughly tested in the near fu- Arrowmen Honored for 7 ture. I would also like to apologize for the short-notice Vigil Night Their Service postponement of the Winter Ordeal. There were January 8 Camp Edgewood weather conditions preceding the original date that were deemed unsuitable and dangerous for outdoor Annual Lodge Banquet camping. The LEC (Lodge Executive Committee) met January 9 and decided on a new date for the event. For those who Camp Edgewood were not able to attend the rescheduled ordeal, there $18 Per Person

Lodge Contact will be another opportunity in the Spring for those who Information LLD wish to attend. January 22-24  Lodge Chief Camp Edgewood Joel Dees I would also like to take this opportunity to extend an (337) 824-6005 [email protected] invitation to all Arrowmen, families, and friends to our  Lodge Vice Chief up coming Annual Lodge Banquet. It is an evening of Ryan Johnston (337) 244-3931 recognition of all those who have faithfully strived to [email protected] serve our lodge throughout the year. It is also the cere-  Lodge Secretary/Treasurer mony for the induction of the new lodge officers for Roy Billodeau (337) 304-5988 the upcoming year, as well as a great opportunity to [email protected] share in fellowship with your Brothers. We will be serv-

 Lodge Adviser ing a wonderfully prepared meal. More details can be Donn Dees found inside this issue. I‟m looking forward to seeing (337) 824-6005 [email protected] you all at the banquet.  Assoc. Lodge Adviser Pam Dartez (337) 286-9836 [email protected]  Assoc. Lodge Adviser Yours in Service, Jody Cole (337) 528-2827 Joel Dees [email protected] Quelqueshoe Lodge Chief

PAGE 2 SCREAMING EAGLE VOLUME IX, ISSUE IV Annual Lodge Banquet

It‟s almost here! The biggest event of the year is register will be served hot dogs, chips, dessert, the Annual Lodge Banquet, and this year it will and tea. The kitchen crew will also prepare this be held on Saturday, January 9. With special meal, but I wouldn‟t expect as high of a quality. guests coming from all over the region, includ- Because of this, IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU ing Judge Ron Ware, and your closest friends in PRE-REGISTER. The cost is $18 for both situa- attendance as well, this event is a “can‟t miss.” tions. Registration is available at Quelqueshoe This year the annual Online by following Lodge Banquet will be the link on the home held in its traditional lo- EVENT: Annual Lodge Banquet page or at the Calcasieu cation, Camp Edgewood. Area Council We will begin at 6:30 DATE: Saturday, January 9th Office through January P.M. In 2010, as in past 7th. You may pre-pay years, a special emphasis TIME: 6:30 P.M. during the same time will be placed on pre- LOCATION: Camp Edgewood period. Come share in registering for the event. fellowship with your Those who pre-register COST: $18 brothers as awards are will be served a delicious presented, the 2010 meal prepared by our Lodge Officers are in- resident chef, Mr. Donn E. Dees, and his hard- stalled, and the State of the Lodge Address is working crew. The menu calls for pork steaks given. We hope to see all of you and your fami- with homemade rib sauce, potato salad, baked lies at the Annual Lodge Banquet. Remem- beans, and Texas toast. Those who do not pre- ber...pre-register. Your meal depends on it!

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Adviser’s Minute

Fellow Arrowmen, that must be thriving if we are to the council, lodge, and section succeed in the future. for years to come. The time has come for me to write my final Adviser‟s Minute. One of the challenges of being Once again, I want to sincerely First, I want to thank all you Ar- the lodge adviser is that you are thank everyone, both youth and rowmen for making this a great one of the adults responsible for adults, who have worked so hard year. We faced a new challenge an organization made up of and so diligently to do the best with the restructuring of the youth leaders. Every Arrowman is possible job to make our lodge Lodge Executive a leader of other one of the best around. Committee, but this Scouts. That is what challenge was met makes this one of WWW, by a number of new the more difficult Donn E. Dees and enthusiastic jobs in , but Lodge Adviser young Arrowmen one that I have en- willing to take on joyed nonetheless. roles of leadership and responsibility in For the past year and The Brotherhood the lodge. Our lodge a half I have watched Most Wanted List chief was elected to our active member- the position of sec- ship and retention 1. Campbell tion chief in April, rate grow as our Flynt Outgoing Lodge Adviser an accomplishment youth have gained Donn E. Dees 2. Matt Walker we were all proud of. maturity, leadership This mean a change in leadership, skills, and experience. I have been 3. Nicholas which was once again met by our a member of this lodge for a very Caldarera outstanding youth leaders. The long time, and this group of 4. Joe Dees 2009 LEC and adult advisers youth would rival any group I pulled together and worked out have experienced. I am proud to 5. Jacob Willis the begs in our new system, re- have served with these wonderful 6. William Syck sulting in a year of many achieve- Arrowmen. They are hard- ments that culminated in our working, conscientious, and have 7. Josh Anders submission of the paperwork for represented our lodge well. 8. Jonathan 2009 National Quality Lodge Brankline distinction. As a lodge, we have It is with great pleasure that I will also made a commitment to the be succeeded by one of my fa- 9. Ethan Byrd Calcasieu Area Council to supply vorite lodge officers of the past. labor and other help in the capi- Justin Abshire will be taking over 10. Mattew ____LaFleur tol improvement of Camp Edge- the role of lodge adviser. I have wood that will take place over the no doubt that Justin will do a next two years. We have pledged great job with lodge communica- to work closely with the Council tions and organization. His tech- WANTED and improve the communica- nical skills and leadership will help tions between the Executive our LEC to grow and make the Board and the LEC, a relationship right decisions to contribute to

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(Below) The power pole being conquered by one daring Arrowman at the Fall Fellowship.

(Below) Arrowmen Jared Amiot and Robbie Broussard prepare for some rock climbing at the COPE course.

(Below) The OA ceremony ring before the Ordeal cere- mony in August.

(Above) A long line of sashes as new brothers our welcomed to our Order at the Summer Ordeal.

(Left) Arrowman John Williams of Troop 107 enjoying COPE at the Fall Fellowship.

PAGE 5 SCREAMING EAGLE VOLUME IX, ISSUE IV Lodge Leadership Development

The Lodge Leadership Develop- mittee has recently modified the provement ment (LLD) is an event designed four-fold purpose of the Order of r a t h e r to train the leaders of tomorrow the Arrow to reflect its emphasis than areas by those of today. The course on development of youth leaders. that al- consists of a variety of training It is only natural that we do our r e a d y sessions that will enable the youth best to make our Arrowmen the l o d g e Arrowmen best lead- strengths. Past lodge chiefs, advis- who will ers they ers, and other experienced Arrow- lead our EVENT: Lodge Leadership Development can be. men facilitate the LLD sessions lodge in the DATE: January 22-24 Each year, and offer their years of experience. c o m i n g LOCATION: Camp Edgewood the course This event is open to all Arrow- year to is tailored men. If you are interested in at- have the to fit the tending, contact lodge chief Joel tools and knowledge to be suc- current needs of the lodge, focus- Dees using the information on cessful. The National OA Com- ing more on areas of needed im- page 1. Haddock Passes Torch James Tarbox, National Bulletin

In 2000, past national chief Brad Haddock became a trailblazer again for the with his appointment as chairman of the national Order of the Arrow committee. As national chairman, Brad worked tirelessly the traditions upon which our brotherhood is founded. He led the effort to expand the role of the Order in Scouting, with emphasis on leadership and outdoor stewardship. Ray Capp Brad Haddock “Brad has been the ideal person to lead this committee The results of this effort are obvious in projects such during this new millennium. His experience, vision, en- ergy, dedication, and approach through servant leadership as Philbreak, OA high adventure programs, and Ar- has made us a stronger, more viable, and engaged organi- rowCorps5. Implementation of strategic plans and zation. Our program, events, and vitality to our councils, changes to the mission and purpose of the OA en- communities, and the nation have all grown dramatically during the time of his leadership.” hanced servant leadership. Nine years later, the leg- - Ray Capp, National Chairman acy that he has helped to create illustrates his un- “Brad‟s license plate says it all: SRVTLDR.” precedented commitment. - Jake Wellman, 2008 National Chief

As national program director, E. Urner Goodman greatly expanded the BSA training programs for adult leaders, establishing the BSA‟s highly regarded national training center at Schiff Scout Reservation in New Jersey in 1932, and later he developed the training program at , beginning in 1938.

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Haddock Passes Torch, National Conservation and Lead- On September 1, Ray Capp, the Continued from page 5 ership Summit in 2007 prepared outgoing vice chairman for tech- the OA for ArrowCorps5 and the nology and special projects, Under Brad‟s leadership, the Or- current strategic plan. stepped into his new role as na- der of the Arrow has experienced tional chairman. Ray, on behalf five national OA conferences. In both 2001 and 2005, the Or- of our entire organization, ex- Attendance at each was more der of the Arrow made its mark pressed a sincere gratitude for the than 6,500 with a record 8,000 at the national weighty responsibilities Brad participants at the 2006 NOAC. through successful mobilization Haddock had assumed on behalf Nonconference years also of the OA Service Corps, execu- of the Order of the Arrow during boasted elaborate national pro- tion of the American Indian Vil- the past decade. He looks forward grams: Indian Summer in 2003 lage and The Outdoor Adventure to Brad‟s continued service with focused on Native American cul- Place, as well as two unforgettable national Order of the Arrow ture within the Order, and the shows. committee. Resisting Stereotypes

Thomas Eliopoulos, National Bulletin manner of dressing, behaving, or even success as leaders. set of background characteristics The recent national OA conference which exists that will allow you to Several years ago, I encountered a offered a chance to observe not only typecast yourself as the „ideal‟ role young man who often liked to quote a congregation of nearly 7,000 Ar- model. Often, and especially for a line from the famous Robert Frost rowmen, but also how they inter- younger Arrowmen, it is easy to look poem, The Road Not Taken, in his acted with one another, responded to up to someone like an adviser or OA speeches when running for elected challenges, and carried themselves. Section Chief and believe that mim- offices in the OA. “Two roads di- Without a doubt there will be many icking their leadership style or adopt- verged in a wood, and I—I took the similarities among us Brothers; after ing similar mannerisms is necessary to one less traveled by, and that has all, we are all role models in Scouting made all the difference.” By far, this is and in our communities. When so “Two roads diverged in a a pattern that has proved itself true many men and women who occupy time and time again. It is important these roles come together in one wood, and I—I took the to remember that we are all distinct place, a degree of commonality is to one less traveled by, and leaders, each with unique strengths be expected. However, at the same and weaknesses, and that because of time, the differences between us are that has made all the dif- this there are always several roads that equally as important to emphasize ference.” can lead us to achieve the same goal. because these individualities are what make our organization such a dy- -Robert Frost Don‟t be afraid to take on a challenge namic one. or to try something new just because achieve our own success or to follow it is hard or has never been done be- In groups large and small, politics can in their footsteps. This is not always fore. In the end, it will be these differ- often play an important role in help- the case. Evidence of this is found ences—this individuality in the ing us achieve our goals of getting even in the highest offices of our choices you make—that will distin- elected to an office or swaying public government, where our current presi- guish you as a leader and a friend. In opinion and having our ideas adopted dent and the most recently appointed this way it is possible, then, that by by the rest of the group. However, it Supreme Court justice have both had simply not blending into the crowd as is important to recognize that there is pasts more atypical than any of their much you can render yourself an no set formula to be an effective and predecessors—but nevertheless have even greater service to others. inspirational leader—no universal still maintained a very high degree of

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National Bulletin

The Distinguished Service Award was created in 1940 to honor Arrowmen for their service to the Order beyond the lodge level. The award is presented to those Arrowmen who have rendered distinguished and outstanding service to the Or- der on the area, regional, or national basis. The award is presented at National Order of the Arrow Conferences. Since the time the first award was presented, 839 Arrowmen have been recognized with this honor.

The award consists of a sterling silver arrowhead, bearing an arrow pointing up- ward and to the wearer‟s right, suspended from a white-neck ribbon upon which are embroidered red arrows.

At the 2009 National Order of the Arrow Conference, the following Arrowmen were presented with the Distinguished Service Award, The Order of the Arrow hereby recognizes these Arrowmen and thanks them for again their service:

Kevin L. Anderson, South Plainfield, NJ John H. Green, Irving, TX David J. Nguyen, Los Angeles, CA Kyle W. Becker, Bismarck, ND Kenneth J. Hager, Smock, PA James W. Palmer Jr., Jackson, NJ Michael D. Bliss, Klamath Falls, OR Adam D. Heaps, New Holland, PA Ian M. Romaine, Goodlettsville, TN Forrest I. Bolles, Raymore, MO Mark P. Hendricks, Richland, WA Patrick W. Rooney, Springfield, VA Alexander F. Braden, Covina, CA Douglas G. Hirdler, Ely, MN David E. Schaub, Boothwyn, PA Russell A. Bresnahan, St. Louis, MO Burl E. Holland, Charlotte, NC W. Christopher Schildknecht, Cincinnati, OH Wayne Brock, Irving, TX Don G. Hough, Hoffman Estates, IL Benjamin L. Stilwill, Okemos, MI Toby D. Capps, Renton, WA Michael S. Kirby, Anderson, SC Francis W. Sturges Jr., Charlotte, NC Evan P. Chaffee, San Juan Capistrano, CA Andrew J. Kuhlmann, Laramie, WY W. Keith Swedenburg, Dallas, GA Jay H. Corpening II, Wilmington, NC Thomas Y. Lambert, New Orleans, LA J. Mason Thomas, West Columbia, SC Dustin J. Counts, Charlotte, NC Geoffrey S. Landau, Miami, FL Kieran J. Thompson, Burbank, CA Darrell W. Donahue, Old Town, ME Andrew P. Martin, Montgomery, AL Kaylene D. Trick, New Berlin, PA S. Tyler Elliott, Fairborn, OH Robert L. Mason, Winston-Salem, NC C. Edward Tudor, Bradenton, FL Thomas H. Fitzgibbon, Tempe, AZ Bruce F. Mayfield, San Rafael, CA Jacob P. Wellman, Albuquerque, NM James A. Flatt, Huntsville, AL Robert J. Mazzuca, Irving, TX Chad E. Wolver, Tempe, AZ Jonathan E. Fuller, Columbia Cross Roads, PA Sean M. Murray, Norwich, NY T. Alex Gomez, Miami, FL Larry M. Newton, Georgiana, AL

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