Distinguished Profiles in Service. Service Award. Tsoiotsi Tsogalii Thirty-six receive Lodge members the Order’s highest provided valuable honor at NOAC service at council 2000 in Tennessee. jamboree. see page 2 see page 3

NOAC. Be “Bound National Bulletin in Brotherhood, Subscription. Find Led by the Spirit” out how to receive as you review the the National pictorial highlights Bulletin mailed to of NOAC. your home. see centerfold see page 4 Volume LII, Issue 3 www.oa-bsa.org ’s National Honor Society September - November 2000 Leaders of Scouting’s National Honor Society Recognized at National Meeting by Carey Mignerey including several national thousand Scouters committee members and and professionals Ed Pease, who retired their spouses, distin- convened, repre- this spring after seven guished volunteers and senting Scouting years as chairman of the friends of Pease. across the nation. Order of the Arrow, was Moreover, 15 national At the national OA honored for his service to officers who served with committee meet- Pease Hess Gates Reddin the Order with a dinner on Pease honored him at the ing, Pease intro- May 23 at the Opryland event. The director and duced Brad Haddock as Silver Antelope for out- Association, and Tom Convention Center in seven national chiefs the new OA chairman. standing service to his Reddin, Northeast Region Nashville, Tennessee. As recounted memories and Several other national region. The Silver Buffalo, OA chairman. The Order chairman, Pease adminis- paid tribute to the past OA committee members Scouting's highest recogni- is indeed honored by these tered dynamic growth and chairman. also were recognized at tion for service to youth, national committee mem- change in the Order. On the following day, the meeting. Jack Hess, was presented to Bob bers and the impact they More than 70 people the BSA National Annual Western Region OA chair- Gates, chairman of the have on Scouting. attended the dinner, Meeting began. Several man, was honored with the National Eagle Scout 2000 Recharter Highlights

Ordeal Member Inductions Dear Brothers, A few weeks ago, we departed as an Order from another remarkable National Order of the Arrow Conference. The many elements of NOAC, both the traditional favorites and the new features, truly achieved new levels. The 85th anniversary of our Order could have no greater trib- ute than the thousands of great Membership Arrowmen like you who made NOAC special. After events, we proclaim, "What a success!" But NOAC was success- ful because of the tireless hours dedi- National Chief Carey Mignerey and National Vice Chief Jordan cated by the staff, the great university Hitchens preside over the opening show at the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee. facilities, and the foundation of tradi- tion that we are so lucky to possess. The conference also was a success because each of you gained irreplaceable memories--leadership Quality Lodges training, dance competitions, region gatherings, the theme show, patch trading, Very Important Arrowmen meals. NOAC was uniquely memorable to everyone. At the same time, we all shared the experience. As we heard in the opening show, "We come together to explore that which makes us unique and to reaffirm that which binds us together." For both of us, NOAC 2000 was unforgettable not only because of the opportunities that a confer- ence presents, but also for the time shared with old and new friends. We hope that the conference has been unforgettable for you, as well. Until we meet again, may we be "Bound in Brotherhood, Led by the Spirit."

Source: 2000 Order of the Arrow Recharter Statistics Carey Mignerey Jordan Hitchens National Chief National Vice Chief

Distinguished Service Awards, page 2 Burning Issues -- What is the Profiles in Service, page 3 Around the Nation, page 2 Founder’s Award?, page 4 Unami Lodge Restores Ties to Where Are They Now?, page 3 the Past, page 3 36 Honored at History Show Distinguished Service Awards Presented at NOAC

by Dustin Thomas · Mathew Milleson, Farmington, New Mexico · Thomas Lee Moore, Eldersburg, Maryland The national Order of the Arrow committee is pleased to announce · Hayato Nakawatase, Garden Grove, California the selection of 36 Scouts and Scouters for the Distinguished Service · William Glenn Parker, Montgomery, Alabama Award. The DSA is presented to Arrowmen who have rendered out- · Michael Perkins, Tremonton, Utah standing service to the Order on a sectional, area, regional or national · Terry W. "Tee" Pruitt II, Asheville, basis. It is given primarily for dedicated service to the Order and · Jeremy Pullen, Cape Coral, Florida Scouting over a period of time. A limited number of awards are present- · Andrew S. Oh, McLean, Virginia ed every two years. · David H. Sargent, New Holland, Pennsylvania The following DSAs were presented at the 2000 National Order of · Joseph A. Shore, Kenosha, Wisconsin the Arrow Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee. · Robert J. Sirhal, Kingston, Rhode Island · Mark Christopher Angeli, Kennesaw, Georgia · George William Spice, Boonville, Indiana · Daniel T. Asleson, Moline, Illinois · David Stowe, Columbia, Missouri · Richard "Dick" Henry Austin, Fort Smith, Arkansas · David Strebler, Jacksonville, Florida · John C. Bicket, Edmond, Oklahoma · Christopher L. Wells, New Castle, Pennsylvania · Peter Arnold Cash, Memphis, Tennessee · Roy L. Williams, Colleyville, Texas · Benjamin Whitlow "Whit" Culver, Pawhuska, Oklahoma · Brandon Fessler, Kearns, Utah · Michael A. George II, Endicott, New York · Joseph W. Glenski, St. Paul, Minnesota · David Golden, Oak Creek, Wisconsin · Brian S. Hashiro, Wailuku, Hawaii · John Isley, Asheboro, North Carolina · Kenneth R. Jenkins, Oak Ridge, New Jersey · Ryan King, Columbus, Indiana · Aaron W. Kreager, Papillion, Nebraska · William D. Loeble, Covington, Georgia · Lance McAlister, Kilgore, Texas · Michael P. McCrea, Lansdale, Pennsylvania · Seth McFarland, Lexington, Nebraska LeaderthinkLeaderthink Speak Up, We’re Listening by Alex Rhodes

Have you ever been asked to share a audience who looks up to you. few words with a group of Arrowmen? · Acknowledge your audience. Thank the Teach a training session? Run for lodge or audience for letting you share your section office? thoughts. by Keith Brodock If so, read on: This article could make · Speak slowly and clearly. Articulate Siwinis Lodge, , sent 12 youth to you a more effective speaker. In the OA, your words, use inflection in your NOAC for $50.00 each! This included airfare, van rental, gas, Arrowmen are often speaking to a group. voice to make points, project your contingent patches, and bowling and pizza for all on the way Everyone has the ability to become a voice to the far corner of the room, and home. Fund-raising activities began in early 1999 and includ- strong orator, but it takes practice. pause between sentences and key ed two trade-o-rees, a pancake breakfast, a spaghetti dinner, a The topic and the presentation are the points to give your audience time to food concession at the council scout-o-rama, and of course a special NOAC flap fund raiser. two main areas of focus when preparing a understand your message. speech. Selecting a topic should be easy. · Move away from the lectern while Section NE-5B, of upstate New York, held its final conclave. Being a good speaker starts with your con- speaking. Move closer to your audience The area is dissolving and the section is merging. The con- fidence and knowledge of a subject. It is to make eye contact with individuals. clave was highlighted with the spirited participation by national complemented by your enthusiasm, which · Share something. Open up to your officers Carey Mignerey, Jordan Hitchens, and Scott Schmidt. strengthens your rapport with the audience. audience members by sharing personal The highlight of the program was the Hawaiian luau held on Saturday night, which included a pig roast, food galore, and Focus your message on one central thoughts and feelings. Your goal is not leis that were given to everyone! theme with key, supporting points. Try not to talk at them, but to share your mes- Web site: http://home.stny.rr.com/ne5b/main.htm to use trendy quotes, and do not begin by sage with them. quoting the dictionary. Instead, personalize · Ask questions. Pose questions to audi- O-Shot-Caw Lodge, , Miami, Florida, had your message by telling specific stories ence members that require thought but 80 members in their contingent and placed in the following about events or people your audience not a direct verbal answer. This keeps competitions: volleyball, 2nd place; basketball, 3rd place; members will recognize. This will keep their attention focused on the topic and newsletter, National Standard; Ceremonies, Honor Lodge in Brotherhood, Pre-Ordeal, and Vigil. their attention focused on your topic and helps them to reflect on your message. Web site: http://www.o-shot-caw.org/ build your credibility. · Give your audience "to-dos." Part While the topic of your speech is the inspiration, part motivation, part unan- Colonneh Lodge, Sam Houston Area Council, Houston, Texas, foundation, nothing is more important than swered question, the environment you is holding its Fall Pow Wow 2000 on October 13-15 at Camp presentation. Presentation is how you trans- create should encourage audience Strake in Conroe, Texas. The extensive program includes form thoughts and words into emotions and members to answer the call to action. camping, hunting, and fishing displays, a shooting range, dance and singing competition, a Saturday night show, and a actions. Observe the following points: · Give your audience an ending to "Where's Waldo” contest. · Practice, practice, practice. Know your remember. Simplify your theme into a Web site: http://www.neosoft.com/~colonneh/ speech so well that it becomes a talk short phrase that the audience will with a small group of people, no matter remember that is clear, concise and how big the audience. This lets you add direct. Leave the audience with a ques- your own style and make your point. tion that demands a response. · Set an example. Wear a full Scout uni- Soon it may be your turn to speak. Are form. There may be someone in the you ready? www.oa-bsa.org 2 Scouting’s National Honor Society Unami Lodge Restores Ties to the Past by Mark Chilutti Plans called for about $40,000 been raised this way. The second summer camp season. Much of the to cover expenses. To raise the phase was the sale of 300 special work was done before the lodge's To commemorate the OA’s money, the lodge petitioned the council strip sets to commemorate 85th anniversary celebration in 85th anniversary, the brothers of national OA committee and the project. May. A special rededication cere- Unami Lodge have committed to received a $5,000 matching service The third phase is the sale of a mony will take place in November restoring the original lodge house grant. At the lodge banquet, Cradle special, 16-color jacket patch when the project is completed. on Treasure Island. of Liberty Council Scout Executive showing E. Urner Goodman beside The brothers of Unami Lodge Built in 1919 and in use since Bill Dwyer announced that the the lodge house. The lodge hopes want to express their appreciation then, the house needed major council would match the grant, and to sell a total of 150 patches. The to the national OA committee, the repairs, including a new roof, the project was up and running. fourth phase is the "Walkway at Cradle of Liberty Council for their refrigerator, fireplace inserts, stair- Project adviser and past Unami Unami Lodge." Individuals and financial support, and the cases, light fixtures and bathroom Lodge chief Mark Chilutti drew up troops will be able to purchase a Arrowmen from across the country and ramps for accessibility by peo- a four-phase proposal to reach the special brick and leave a message who have purchased patches to ple with disabilities. The council fund-raising goal. The first phase on a walkway that will be built support this project. executive board brought the reno- involved an individual outreach in around the lodge house. For more information on vation proposal to the executive which more than 50 Arrowmen With the fund-raising beyond Unami Lodge House Project 2000, committee of the lodge, which were asked to contribute at least the halfway mark, the project is on please contact Mark Chilutti at quickly agreed to the project. $100 each. More than $7,000 has target for completion after the 2000 215-708-0399. Where Are They Now? Profiles in Service by Josh Gana by Michael Long Since serving as the 1990 national chief, John Members of the Tsoiotsi Tsogalii Lodge, chartered by Meckley graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the Old North State Council, Greensboro, North Carolina, Dickinson College, where he served as class president. He graduated summa cum laude from rendered many hours of cheerful service at their council George Washington University Law School, camporee. More than 175 members served: where he was first in his class. · As troop guides, helping with check-in and registra- John is licensed to practice law in the tion Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the District · As part of the chaos crew, moving equipment, deliver- of Columbia. He served as the assistant district John Meckley, John Meckley, ing meals to exhibitors, and helping wherever needed attorney for Northumberland County, 1990 2000 · Producing three issues of the camporee newsletter Pennsylvania, from 1997 to 1998. John currently · Offering midway support, assisting exhibitors with resides in Milton, Pennsylvania, where he prac- setting up and running their booths tices international corporate law (specializing in mergers and acquisitions) through the Washington, D.C., office of the Wall Street firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & · Serving as building security and show ushers Flom, LLP. John is active in the Northumberland County Republican Party, and currently · Operating the Indian village, including a trading post serves as vice chairman. He was the 1998 Republican candidate for Congress in The Indian village was the hit of the camporee. It fea- Pennsylvania's sixth congressional district. tured bear claw necklace-making, flint-knapping, native John is a member of the executive board of the Susquehanna Council and is the past archery, drumming and dancing and a cooking station. It Netami District chairman. John also serves as a board member of Milton's Rotary Club, also featured two teepees, which were popular with all the trustee of the Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation and board member of the Pennsylvania Scouts. One Webelos Scout was quoted in the local paper Economic Education Council. He is involved in many other service organizations in the saying the Indian village was his favorite part of the cam- Milton area. poree. John counts his year as national chief as "one of the most positive and rewarding expe- More than 4,000 Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Tiger riences" of his life. He says, "I continue to be grateful for the friendships developed and lessons learned from serving the Order." Cubs, Webelos Scouts and adult leaders attended.

Youth Coordinator Copy Adviser Dear Readers: Kyle Wingfield We have received numerous arti- cles and photographs for publication, Lead Adviser Organization/Policy Editor and will continue to welcome them. David Garrett However, in the case of some pho- Jim Schwab tographs we have received inadequate Vice Chairman of information or quality. If you are submit- Program/Events Editor Comm. and Marketing ting pictures for publication, please Mike George adhere to the following guidelines: Jack Butler (1) Provide names and lodges of People/Recognition Editor all individuals in photographs. Identify National Chief the people from left to right, starting with Carey Mignerey Charley Wasson the front row if there are multiple rows. Official Publication of the (2) Those in the photograph National Vice Chief Layout Adviser should be in complete uniform, unless National Order of the Arrow Jordan Hitchens Craig Salazar the activity captured does not require Boy Scouts of America the complete uniform (such as the National Chairman Strategic Plan Feature Editor Philmont backcountry). Brad Haddock Luke Whited (3) If an action photograph, pro- The National Bulletin is published quarterly. vide a description of the activity and Director Leaderthink Editor possible caption. Clyde Mayer (4) The photographs must be Joe Barton useable. They cannot be over/under Associate Director exposed or too light/too dark to see. Carey Miller www.oa-bsa.org 3 Scouting’s National Honor Society Irving, TX 75015-2079 P.O. Box 152079 Boy Scouts of America 2000 Planning Calendar

September 29 Central Region NLS, London, OH -October 1 October 1 Distribution of Lodge Charter Renewal Kits October 6-8 Western Region NLS, Casper, WY October 27-29 Central Region NLS, Parkville, MO November 3-5 Southern Region NLS, Covington, GA November 10-12 Southern Region NLS, Fort Worth, TX November 17-19 Western Region NLS, Pleasanton, CA December 28-31 OA National Planning Meeting, Dallas, TX Operation First Class Operation First Class is a diving instructions, laser tag, hot- national program that benefits less air balloon demonstrations and fortunate Scouts in the community. wildlife presentations. For the past three years, Aal-Pa- This is the fourth year that the Tah Lodge, in conjunction with the Aal-Pa-Tah Lodge will host this Gulfstream Council, has organized event. It has gained popularity and staffed this annual event with throughout the council and section. financial support from AT&T The organizers hope to see more Wireless Services. This program national interest following a story offers the urban Scouts of south about this event in the September Florida an opportunity to learn issue of Scouting magazine. If any- what it is like to camp in the great one would like more information outdoors and starts them out on the on Operation First Class or has Scouting trail. any new ideas for this event, Throughout the weekend, OA please feel free to contact the fol- members conduct round-robin lowing lodge leaders via e-mail. OPOI ORG. NONPROFIT EMTNO. 1486 PERMIT classes that teach the basic U.S. POSTAGE Scouting skills required for Ryan J. Wertepny, Chairman DALLAS, TX Tenderfoot, Second Class and First [email protected] PAID Class ranks. Numerous fun-filled activities are held for the young Bradley J. Ellis. Lodge Chief Scouts to make their introduction [email protected] to Scouting exciting and memo- rable. Activities include drift boat Richard Fore, Lodge Adviser fishing, indoor climbing, scuba [email protected]

National Burning Issues with Steve Arisman Latest Editions: OA History Book and Officer Question: What is the Founder's There are no set national proce- Award? What are the requirements dures or requirements for choosing Goodman Biography Directory for selection? recipients. Answer: The Guide for Officers The only stipulation is that if The Brotherhood of National Chief and Advisers states: "The any awards are given, at least one Cheerful Service, A History of Carey Mignerey Order of the Arrow, and A 1050 Taylor Oaks Drive Founder's Award was created to recipient must be a youth member. Roswell, GA 30076 honor and recognize those Depending on its membership, a Thing of the Spirit, The Life of Arrowmen who have given out- lodge may honor up to four E. Urner Goodman, were show- standing service to the lodge." The Arrowmen with this award each cased at NOAC 2000. They are National Vice Chief award is reserved for those year. available from the national OA Jordan Hitchens Arrowmen who memorialize the A national video, soon to be office (Order of the Arrow- 6871 Daniel Boone Road spirit of achievement as described released, will provide additional BSA, P.O. Box 152079, Irving, Birdsboro, PA 19508 by founder E. Urner Goodman. information about the award. TX 75015-2079). Each book retails for $15 plus $3 shipping. Make checks and money orders Central Region Chief Luke Wolfe 6200 Receive Free Post-NOAC Bulletin payable to Order of the Arrow, 529 N. Grant If you enjoyed this complimentary copy of the National Bulletin, BSA. For additional informa- Janesville, WI 53545 fill out the subscription form to continue receiving your personal tion about these two books, you copy mailed directly to your home! can call 972-580-2438.

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