NATIONAL 2004 AWARDS NLS IN THE EAST HIGH ADVENTURE OA Program reports See winners of the See how far East the There is still room at for the 2005 National National Service Award Western Region went OA Trail Crew and OA Jamboree at and E. Urner Goodman for a recent National Wilderness Voyage this 3page Fort A. P. Hill 4page Camping Award. 6page Leadership Seminar. 7page summer. Look inside.

Volume LXII, Issue 2 ’s National Honor Society May 2005 -August 2005 National Chief Delivers BSA Report to Nation involved in the program when they Patrick Murphy were younger. When the During the five days the delegation was chartered by Congress, a provi- was in Washington, D.C., we also had sion was included that the BSA is to the opportunity to visit NASA’s annually report to Congress. Since Goddard Space Center; the U.S. Na- 1917, the Boy Scouts of America has val Academy in Annapolis, Maryland; sent a delegation of Scouts represent- Arlington National Cemetery; the ing all corners of the country and all CIA Headquarters; the Lincoln Me- program divisions within the move- morial; the Vietnam War Memorial; ment. I had an opportunity to join the and the Smithsonian Museum of 2004 Report to the Nation delegation. Natural History. The delegation met with President The other youth members repre- George W. Bush, toured the Capitol senting the BSA included Building with Speaker of the House Kevin Altimier, Kristopher Geyer- Dennis Hastert, Senate Majority Roberts, Andres Molina-Villarino, Leader Bill Frist, and Senate Minor- Julia Reed, and Christopher Kerzich. ity Leader Harry Reid; visited the We did not know each other when we Pentagon with Secretary of Defense met on Saturday but after a few team- HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE REPORT TO THE NATION Donald Rumsfeld and Secretary of the building games and excellent meals, - There are 4.8 million youth are registered in the Boy Scouts of America. Army Les Brownlee; and shot hoops we quickly became friends. - There is one adult volunteer for every four Scouts. on the “highest court in the land” with Touring Washington, D.C., was an - This year, 50,377 Boy Scouts achieved the Eagle Scout rank—the the Clerk of the Supreme Court. extraordinary experience that I will highest in BSA history. Everyone we met was highly sup- never forget. After visiting many of - There was a 4.1 percent increase in attendance at the high-adventure portive of the Boy Scouts. Many of our nation’s leaders, I am bases. the government officials we met are convinced that they are very - Of all Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, 59 percent participated in Eagle Scouts themselves, or were supportive of the BSA. long-term camping. Service Forefront of Lodge’s Mission To O-Shot-Caw, it is more than just an award. est. This event is a fund-raiser for the Joseph Aaron Brian Polino To those Arrowmen, it is all about its members lead- Abbott Campership Fund, which raises In May 2004, O-Shot-Caw Lodge of the South ing and experiencing a life of cheerful service. money to send South Florida Scouts to Florida Council, Miami Lakes, Florida, received Lodge Adviser Ron Bell says, “Service is the cen- long-term summer camps. Last year the Haunted the National Service Award for the third straight terpiece for us. Our members tend to rally behind Forest raised $15,000. year. Only eight lodges achieve the award annu- it to produce great accomplishments.” In addition to raising money, the Haunted For- ally, and O-Shot-Caw was the first to earn it in three O-Shot-Caw’s largest service project is the O- est unites the families of the South Florida Coun- consecutive years. This past year, with 1,197 Shot-Caw Lodge Haunted Forest. The project is cil for a night of Scouting fellowship. According Arrowmen participating, O-Shot-Caw gave 18,762 so large that it takes O-Shot-Caw a solid year of to Doug Lunsford, O-Shot-Caw’s staff adviser, “It hours of cheerful service to the community. preparation and even warrants a LEC-appointed is this fellowship and good fund-raising that draws chairman to run the event. the families back to the Haunted Forest year after The lodge welcomes more than 4,000 year. I have been staff adviser to three spectacular Scouts as they venture through Camp lodges and a member of three more, but I stand in Seminole, where all of their chapters awe of the outcome of the Haunted Forest.” have displays set up. These displays in- O-Shot-Caw truly exemplifies Dr. Goodman’s clude Jurassic dinosaurs, car wrecks, founding principle of cheerful service. Unselfish aliens, hurricanes, medieval warriors, service is really the pride and joy of the O-Shot- and even Scoutmasters. With nine chap- Caw Lodge, and according to Lodge Chief Brian ter displays, the result is a long, eerie, Polino, “In O-Shot-Caw, a balance between fun and and fun one-mile trek through the for- service is achieved. This is truly brotherhood.” 1 Scouting’s National Honor Society David Dowty Seth Dearmin Matthew Griffis Ed Lynes Joe Sadewasser Scouting’s National Honor Society Scouting’s will re- . Justin M. Stirewalt Justin M. Stirewalt ceive $4,000. He is registered Lodge of the Wahissa with the Old Hickory Council. He attends the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, majoring in jour- nalism and mass communications. He is an Eagle Scout and served as section vice chief. For addi- tional scholarship information visit site at Web the OA http://www.oa-bsa.org

Justin M. Stirewalt , immediate past Western Region chief, is reg- Western , immediate past , immediate past Central Region chief, will re- , immediate past Central Region chief, is regis- , immediate past Southern Region chief, is regis- , immediate past Southern Region , immediate past national vice chief, is registered , immediate past , immediate past Northeast Region chief, is registered , immediate past Northeast Region founder E. Urner Goodman was a teacher Arrow of the Order Joe Sadewasser Matthew Griffis Ed Lynes Joe Sadewasser The Josh R. Sain Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998 Memorial Scholarship was established The Josh R. Sain David Dowty Seth Dearmin Two E. Urner Goodman Scholarship Recipients Announced America service of the Boy Scouts of entering the professional before is to assist in 1915. The purpose of this scholarship fund program by helping Scouting career for a professional preparing Arrowmen to fulfill the financial obligations of their college education. The national OA committee is funding $6,000 in scholarships for 2005. as follows. and their scholarships are The recipients Lodge of the North- Timmeu ceive $2,000. He is registered with the east Iowa Council. He attends Northeast Iowa Community College and plans to attend Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. tered with the Wahisssa Lodge of the Old Hickory Council. He Lodge of the Old Hickory Council. tered with the Wahisssa at Chapel Hill, majoring attends the University of North Carolina in geography. Bay Achewon Nimat Lodge of the San Francisco istered with the of California at Berkley, Area Council. He attends the University majoring in environmental sciences. Council. He attends Trail Knox with the Chippanyank Lodge of the management majoring in business Boston University, and economics. He Lodge of the . Timmeu tered with the attends Northeast Iowa Community College and plans to attend Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. OA Scholarship OA 2005 for Recipients Memorial Josh R. Sain Five Recipients Announced Scholarship of the Order and memory of Josh Sain, a former to honor the spirit to provided are chief. The $2000 scholarships national vice Arrow terms. officers upon completion of their regional former national and as follows. are The 2005 recipients Council. He at- Transatlantic the with the Black Eagle Lodge of in Providence, Rhode Island, University Wales tends Johnson and and entrepreneurship. majoring in international business 2

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C Seth Mollitt Chief National Vice Think back to your first camping trip. Think about As an organization, we have a duty to promote As an organization, Camping is at the heart of the Order of the Ar- of the Order Camping is at the heart Camping is essential to the Boy Scout program. Camping is essential to the Boy Scout Brothers, how you felt after your week at summer camp or base. These experiences are at a high-adventure ones every Boy Scout should have, and it is our that they do. There ensure to help responsibility the nation that do not at- many units around are bases, and tend summer camp or high-adventure effective pro- we can help to change that through must dedicate ourselves to promot- motions. We council summer ing camping and to improving camps. If we make the effort to commit ourselves the program to camping, we can help to improve Ar- of the for all Scouts and Scouters. The Order in the camping pro- can make a difference row gram! Scout camping. The Order of the Arrow has an Arrow of the Scout camping. The Order obligation to enhance the Scouting experience by encouraging long-term camping and high adven- Over the years, it seems that many lodges ture. summer camp and camp have moved away from an integral part of our but these are promotions, Our members are purpose as an organization. some of the most knowledgeable and enthusiastic invaluable camp- and they are about the program, for our Scout units. ing resources row. We were founded at a summer camp to rec- were We row. ognize honor campers, and we have long been tied Our local councils call to the camping program. and upon our lodges to conduct camp promotions rec- to assist the council camps. Our members are Ar- of the ognized as honor campers. The Order Scout camping and was designed to promote row foster camping traditions. Most young men who join the Boy Scouts do so Most young men who join the Boy of camping trips and outdoor adven- with dreams The outdoor experience can have a profound tures. young impact on a young man. In the outdoors and resourcefulness. men learn self reliance and nature Camping allows people to connect with in life. examine themselves and their purpose www.oa-bsa.org “The Outdoor Adventure Place” (also known as TOAP) features many exciting activities such as this rock climbing wall. 2005 National Scout Jamboree OA Programs “The Outdoor Adventure Place” OA Shows Brings 123 to the Jamboree Committee Hard at Work Jameson O’Guinn

Scott Robin OA Shows has been hard at work to bring a new and exciting theatrical The Outdoor Adventure Place courses for participants to wind and production to the 2005 National Scout Jamboree. This year’s presentation (TOAP) team is working hard to ac- weave through. To add to the vari- of Twelve Cubed is a cooperative effort of the Order of the Arrow and the complish its goal of creating a fan- ety, there will be numerous cooking National Eagle Scout Association. tastic TOAP at the 2005 National demonstrations. As always, the Twelve Cubed will explore with the jamboree audience the ingredients Scout Jamboree. There are an abun- TOAP visitors will get the opportu- and essential elements of character. Together, Scouts will come to realize dance of big ticket items in the TOAP nity to view the latest in camping that the term “values” has application not just in mathematical equations, area this year. The Leave No Trace gear. but ethical ones as well. For more information about OA Shows, visit area led by the National Forest Ser- TOAP is one of several exciting http://www.oashows.org. vice will consist of hikes through the programs that the OA will offer at the woods to discover clues and learn jamboree this year. If you are at Fort about the art of Leave No Trace A. P. Hill this summer, you will not camping. There will be more obstacle want to miss this outdoor exhibit.

2005 OA Service Corps to Provide Manpower, Cheerful Service, and Fun at the National Scout Jamboree

Scotty Keenan

The OA Service Corps is a group rewarding experience. of dedicated Arrowmen from all The Service Corps will provide across the country who will be manpower and assistance to program cheerfully serving Scouting at the and support areas at the jamboree. 2005 National Scout Jamboree. The Some of the services that the Corps Order’s goal of having 150 will provide include: arena show ush- Arrowmen in the Corps has been ers, flag ceremonies, youth recre- met, and the leadership is ation, VIP guides, food service, se- looking forward to an exciting and curity, and program support.

www.oa-bsa.org 3 Scouting’s National Honor Society Suanhacky Lodge of New York, New York, Kansa Lodge of Wichita, Kansas, conducts celebrated its 75th anniversary in January. the Sunshine Kids Fishing Derby each Sep- AROUND THE NATION Highlights included guest speakers, a chiefs roll tember at Quivira Scout Ranch. Physically call involving 15 past lodge chiefs and a histori- challenged children are invited to come for a cally based themed show. Learn more about the day of boat fishing capped off by a fish fry for anniversary celebration on their Web site: dinner. Learn more about it at http://www.suanhacky.org. http://www.quivira.org/oa/default.asp.

Wah-Sha-She Lodge of Springfield, Missouri, Sakima Lodge of South Bend, Indiana, has a section of its Web site detailing three new holds a Ceremony Camp each year for exciting programs at the council camp beginning Arrowmen interested in becoming a part this summer. The programs cater to both older of the lodge’s ceremony team. During the Scouts and new Scouts and Scoutmasters. One event, participants receive ceremony program is a competition that tests participants’ books and craft supplies to construct their outdoor skills and their Scouting knowledge from own regalia. Visit the lodge online at LEE THACKSTON the . Learn more at http://www.lasallecouncilbsa.org/oa/. http://wahshashe.org/lodge/index/tripleplay.htm. If your lodge conducts a service project, celebrates an anniversary or starts a noteworthy program, e-mail Lee Thackston at [email protected], and we will feature your item in the “Around the Nation” column. E. Urner Goodman National Service Camping Award Award Recipients The Order of the Arrow is pleased to announce the selection of eight The Order of the Arrow is pleased to announce the selection of eight lodges for the E. Urner Goodman Camping Award. The award was estab- lodges for the National Service Award. The award was established in 1999 lished as a tribute and testimonial to the Order’s founder, E. Urner Goodman. to recognize lodges in each region that have performed outstanding service, Its purpose is to encourage and challenge Order of the Arrow members and in both a qualitative and quantitative sense, to their councils. Awards are lodges to increase their effectiveness in promoting and increasing Scout presented to two outstanding lodges in each region annually. The lodges camping in each region. Awards are presented to two outstanding lodges in being recognized for their 2004 accomplishments are as follows: each region annually. The lodges recognized for 2004 are as follows: Central Region Northeast Region Central Region Northeast Region Lowaneu Allanque Lodge Wyona Lodge Chippewa Lodge Paugassett Lodge Columbia-Montour Council Clinton Valley Council St. Charles, Illinois Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania Waterford, Michigan Derby, Connecticut

Tecumseh Lodge Ho-De-No-Sau-Nee Lodge Cho-Gun-Mun-A-Nock Lodge Loon Lodge Greater Niagara Frontier Council Hawkeye Area Council Adirondack Council Columbus, Ohio Buffalo, New York Cedar Rapids, Iowa Plattsburgh, New York Southern Region Western Region Southern Region Western Region Atta Kulla Kulla Lodge Awaxaawe Awachia Lodge O-Shot-Caw Lodge Maluhia Lodge Blue Ridge Council Maui County Council Mauldin, Ogden, Utah Miami Lakes, Florida Wailuku Maui, Hawaii

White Horse Lodge Wiatava Lodge Santee Lodge Tataliya Lodge Shawnee Trails Council Area Council Grand Columbia Council Owensboro, Kentucky Santa Ana, California Florence, South Carolina Yakima, Washington

OA Web Site Update Don’t Forget About the Leadership in Dominique Baker Service Award! Summer is almost here and with it will come the 2005 National Scout Jamboree. It is not too late to start earning the The national Order of the Arrow Web site Leadership in Service Award this year. will be a great place to discover how All you have to do is perform eight Arrowmen provide service to the National hours of lodge, chapter, or council Scout Jamboree. service for a local council camp and At the last National OA Conference, six hours of community service Roy L. Williams planned by the lodge or chapter. For shared his thoughts on the value of the Or- more information, visit the national der to Scouting. Hear his speech on the Order of the Arrow Web site at national OA Web site at http://www.oa-bsa.org. http://www.oa-bsa.org. www.oa-bsa.org 4 Scouting’s National Honor Society OA Began Service to National Scout Jamboree in 1950

Ken Davis

The Order of the Arrow began service to the National Scout Jamboree in 1950 at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. At that time, there was a fledgling OA Service Corps of 36 Arrowmen from 15 states, led by Tom McBride, who would eventually be- come chairman of the National OA Committee. At each successive jamboree, the OA provided a Ser- Setting vice Corps that eventually grew in size to five troops totaling approximately 150 Arrowmen. Expectations In 1973, there were two jamboree sites—in the East in Pennsylvania and in the West in Idaho. Both Frank McMillan sites had an OA Service Corps, led by Bill Slesnick in the East and George Feil in the West. Do you remember the teacher, the adviser, By 1977, when the jamboree site was set for Fort the parent, or the friend who always inspired A. P. Hill in Virginia, the OA was asked to oversee History of OA Programs at you to work harder? The one whom you never support and recreation for some 650 youth staff in National Scout wanted to disappoint? Ask yourself honestly addition to its Service Corps duties. Dr. Carl what motivated you to do so much, and I sus- Marchetti was the first to take on this task and make - OA Service Corps pect you will find it had something to do with it happen. - OA Indian Village that person’s high expectations of you. Within a few years, the OA began offering addi- - The Outdoor Adventure Place We all want people to think highly of us, tional program opportunities at jamborees, includ- - OA Shows “Odyssey of the Law” (1997) and when a leader we respect sets the stan- ing an Indian Village for study of American Indian - OA Shows “Scoutopia” (2001) dard, he sets the bar for what will count as culture, a camping site called The Outdoor Adven- - OA Shows “123” (2005) success. If a leader is not satisfied with sec- ture Place (TOAP), and live theatrical productions ond-rate work, most times those he leads will not be, either. exploring how to live the ethical precepts of Scout- jamboree will happen again this year at the 2005 But how do you create high expectations ing. These shows, called Odyssey of the Law in National Scout Jamboree, scheduled for July 25 without being disliked or ignored by others? 1997 and Scoutopia in 2001, have become some through August 3 at Fort A. P. Hill. Yet again, the I will not pretend to give you a silver bullet, of the most popular jamboree events. Order will continue a tradition of service that but I will give you a few key suggestions. The many services the Order has provided to the reaches back 55 years. First, articulate a clear vision together. If you can explain early what you see as impor- tant or what you see as the ideal event, others will be less surprised when you ask them to do more. Make sure they buy into the vision by asking them to help you articulate it. Brain- storm and create an image together for what the future will be like. Second, have them set their own specific goals early and often, and make sure those goals are challenging. Ask for timelines with specific due dates and then consistently ask for updates. All of us have said to ourselves, JumpStart is There for Your “It’s only Scouts, it can wait.” Your goal as a leader is to make that excuse less likely. Third, surpass your standards for others. Lodge’s Newest Members Good leaders lead from the front, and if you do not hold yourself to higher standards than Lodge leaders, don’t forget to continue promoting you expect from others, they do not have a JumpStart to your new Ordeal members. reason to respect or to follow you. As you can probably guess, it is hard to ask others to work This web site has been designed specifically for new hard without working hard yourself. members of the Order of the Arrow. Here new members Lastly, be grateful when others do their best to meet your expectations. Recognize those can catch a glimpse of the OA’s rich history, discover more who help you along the way, and be proud of about the Ordeal experience, and learn how to seal their them. In turn, they will be proud to serve. Following this advice is, of course, not the membership in the Order by taking the next step: Broth- only way to effectively set high expectations, erhood Membership. After your next Ordeal, send all your but it is one way—when combined with other tactics—to succeed as a leader. In the words new members to http://www.jumpstart.oa-bsa.org to get of a poet, “Treat a man as he is, he will re- them started on the right foot. main so. Treat a man the way he can and should be, and he will become so.” www.oa-bsa.org 5 Scouting’s National Honor Society Where Are They Now? Highlighting David Strebler’s Continued Service to Scouting he was awarded the Distinguished Arrowmen have never been in Scout- Lee Thackston Service Award at the 2000 NOAC. ing or the OA in the United States. David Strebler began his Scouting After graduating with a degree in Due to the transitory nature of their experience as an 8-year-old Cub computer engineering from the Uni- families, they may not return to the (1997) Scout in Jacksonville, Florida. In versity of Florida, David moved to United States until college,” he said. 1992, he joined Echockotee Lodge HEN

Japan to work as an electrical engi- Providing those Arrowmen with a T and immediately became a member neer for the Naval Facilities Engineer- glimpse of what the program is like of their ceremony team, eventually ing Service Center at Yokosuka Navy in the United States has been one of serving two terms as lodge ceremony Base. David currently serves as the his most rewarding OA experiences. chairman and a term as lodge chief. chapter adviser for the Taleka Chap- David says the reason for his con- David was elected SR-4 section chief ter of Achpateuny Lodge. His chap- tinued service in Japan is simple. in 1997 and served on the OA ter includes all of Japan and serves “I’ve been privileged to have some Philmont Trail Crew staff. the families of U.S. military and gov- great experiences in the program and In 1998, David served as Southern ernment personnel living throughout to have fantastic mentors, and I want Region One Day Coordinator and as the country. Last year, David helped to give back,” he said. the 1998 National Order of the Ar- the lodge bring the largest contingent He also says that it is important to OW N row Conference vice chief of Induc- to NOAC from Section W-1B. stay involved as you grow older be- tions and Ceremonial Events. As the Since he has been in Japan, David cause “there are so many fantastic CVC, David helped to restructure the has introduced program ideas such as people and places that Scouting and training and ceremonial evaluation elangomats, clan-led Ordeals and the the OA can take you. You’re really process. For his service to the Order, LLD to his chapter. “Many of our missing out if you drift away.” NLS in Japan Inspirational, Exciting Event often. Leadership in the lodge Rob Rosamond changes frequently, so the NLS The Western Region leadership helped inspire current leaders to use traveled to the Far East to conduct the their newly learned skills to enhance first National Leadership Seminar their local programs. The NLS held outside the United States commitment contracts served as a territories. The seminar, held means to solidify the members’ roles February 18–20 at the military for the upcoming year. In the end, the recreation center at Camp Tama Hills event proved to be more than just an near Tokyo, Japan, surpassed NLS; it was a fellowship opportunity expectations with 64 participants that brought lodge members together present from Achpateuny Lodge. The to share, learn, and collaborate. lodge serves Scouts in the Far East The lodge provided three Council, including U.S. military bases outstanding table guides, James in Japan, Thailand, Korea, Taiwan, Hardebeck, Mike Hardebeck, and Okinawa, and the Philippines. For Ben Whitehouse. Youth trainers from many participants, the NLS was the the Western Region included Region first chance to meet members from the Chief Ross Armstrong, Rob This NLS near Tokyo was the first seminar held outside US territories. opposite side of the lodge, because of Rosamond, and Matt Swan. Adult distance and travel constraints. staff members Mike Bliss, Steve District Executive Derek Hartley was on the Western Region Web site at Most families in the lodge have ties Bradley, Gene Wadford, and Kevin responsible for logistics and http://western.oa-bsa.org. with the U.S. military and move Moshier were also present. Japan arrangements. Photos are available

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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE National Chief Organization/Policy Editor NATIONAL ORDER OF THE ARROW Patrick Murphy Jon Fuller BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA National Vice Chief People/Recognition Editor The National Bulletin is published quarterly. If you have an article and/or Seth Mollitt Lee Thackston photo (with caption) for submission, please send it to Ian Pinnavaia, 1978 Haring Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229, or e-mail it to Director Program/Events Editor [email protected]. The next submission deadline is July 31st, 2005. Clyde Mayer Jason Koch National Chairman Associate Director Layout Adviser Brad Haddock Carey Miller Craig Salazar Vice Chairmain of Communication and Marketing Copy Editor Jack Butler Tyson Ford www.oa-bsa.org 6 Scouting’s National Honor Society Spaces Still Available for OA Trail Crew

Allen Pope Looking over Tooth Ridge, as the clouds spilled over the hills and into the southern valleys, we could see everywhere we had been in the past two weeks. From the work site up north to the southern trails we hiked, it was all there. But I get ahead of myself. When I arrived at the Albuquerque Airport and stepped off the jetway, I saw Boy Scouts everywhere. I knew Philmont was close. On the shuttle to Cimarron, we learned about each other and how each of us came from reason I signed up for OATC. Includ- our feet, and we made time to share a different background. Yet no mat- ing such notable experiences as see- our experiences with each other. We ter how diverse, all of us were 16 to ing a mountain lion at Abreu, a sweat meshed into a great group, learned 20 years old, interested in Order of lodge at Apache Springs, a stomp at from each other, discussed OA ideals the Arrow Trail Crew, ready to pro- Cypher’s Mine, and an exhilarating and practices, and made our trek a col- vide cheerful service, and eager to night at Deer Lake Mesa, we led our- laborative learning experience. backpack an amazing wilderness. selves, with guidance from our fore- OA Trail Crew was truly a unique The first week let us get used to man, through a wide range of experi- way to experience Philmont because the altitude and trail work, and we ences that Philmont has to offer. To a of the service, the people, and the always talked about how we could not boy who had hiked only the hills of sights. Anybody looking for a unique wait to start our trek. However, when the Northeast, Philmont was heaven. and rewarding challenge over the the first week was done, we were a Most amazing was the camarade- summer should consider OA Trail little sad. Nonetheless, it was ex- rie that was shared on the trek with Crew. It’s inexpensive, it’s rewarding, tremely satisfying to look back and Scouts who valued the same ideals and it made my summer great. (Above) An Arrowman works hard know that we built trail that will serve about cheerful service. Work became There are still spaces available for building a trail with his OA Trail generations of Scouts to come. fun, campsite duties got finished 2005, so go to the OA Web site and Crew. (Left) The Tooth of Time looks Next was the trek week, the main quickly, the trail disappeared beneath download your application. over the Philmont backcountry. OAWV: Two Weeks of First OA Ocean Wonder in Boundary Waters Adventure Fully Jeff Jozefski In 1999, the Order of the Registered with Arrow and the USDA Forest Service entered into a service arrangement that would 72 Participants provide Arrowmen ages 16 through 20 with the unique Rich Moore opportunity to explore the The Order of the Arrow overwhelming response, the most pristine wilderness area and the OAOA staff would 2005 program is filled with in the lower 48 states, while like to thank Arrowmen 72 participants. A waiting providing unprecedented acoss the country for their list for summer 2006 already service to their country. support of the OA Ocean has 20 names. If you still Since then, the success of Adventure program. This have free time this summer, the OA Voyage has been summer, we will kick off we encourage you to explore remarkable. After receiving service in a new and excit- the other two OA On an OA Wilderness Voyage, Arrowmen will experience the USDA Forest Service spectular sights in a pristine wilderness. ing way at the Florida high-adventure programs: Chief’s Volunteer Award for National High Adventure Trail Crew at Philmont and service, what was touted as perform more than 80 percent experience, Arrowmen gain a Sea Base. We are excited Wilderness Voyage at the greatest Scouting of the trail maintenance in the new sense of self at the OA about continuing the OA’s Northern Tier. These experience of an Arrowman’s Boundary Waters Canoeing Voyage, an experience that legacy of servant leadership programs share similar life has quickly grown to be- Area Wilderness while cannot be matched. at the Sea Base and in the elements and experiences as come one of the most popu- continuing to maintain its Information about this beautiful Florida Keys. the Ocean Adventure but lar summer options for presence as the top unique experience can be We appreciate the many provide completely unique Arrowmen nationwide. youth-service program in the found at http://www.oa- Arrowmen who sent in opportunities to experience With 126 spots available country. In addition to bsa.org/highadventure. Act applications to participate in the great outdoors. for summer 2005, OA Voyage providing a tremendous trail fast, as spots are filling OA Ocean Adventure this is primed once again to building and camping quickly for this summer. summer. Due to the www.oa-bsa.org 7 Scouting’s National Honor Society Burning Issues

I am interested in joining the national OA Q: Web site staff. What should I do?

Send an e-mail to [email protected], stating that you are interested. You will re- A: ceive an application to outline your experi- ence and background. The webmasters recruit new staff members periodically as positions open. www.oa-bsa.org

National Officer Directory Notes National Chief, Patrick Murphy Arrowman Awarded Silver Beaver High Adventure Space Available Tempe, AZ William F. “Bill” Downs, who served as Spaces are still available for OA Trail [email protected] national OA executive secretary from Crew and OA Wilderness Voyage. 1974 through 1985, recently received Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. National Vice Chief, Seth Mollitt the from the Visit the OA Web site online Jacksonville, FL Longhorn Council in Fort Worth, Texas. at http://www.oa-bsa.org for [email protected] more information. New LLD Training Course Central Region Chief, Paul Jensen A new LLD training course for lodge National Steven, MN and chapter advisers will be offered [email protected] June 19-25 at the . For more information, please Northeast Region Chief, Dan O’Rourke refer to the Operations Updates found Wilbraham, MA online at http://www.oa-bsa.org. [email protected] National Bulletin Takes New Look Southern Region Chief, Bradley Long The National Bulletin has taken on a Pulaski, VA newspaper feel and approach. We [email protected] hope you will like the new look!

Western Region Chief, Ross Armstrong Reno, NV [email protected] More information about these National Notes and other news can be found on the OA Web site online at http://www.oa-bsa.org. Select “Operations Updates.” 2005 National Planning Calendar May 1 Camp Promotion Packets Available October 5–9 Outdoor Program Seminar, Philmont May 25 National OA Committee Meeting October 14–16 NLS/NLATS, Live Oak, FL May 25–27 National Meeting, Grapevine, TX October 21–23 WR SOS, Phoenix, AZ June 7 OA Ocean Adventure Begins October 28-30 OA Steering Committee Meeting Northern Tier OA Voyage Begins October 31 OA Service Grant Application Due June 8 Philmont OA Trail Crew Begins November 1 2006 Lodge Program Support Pak Available June 19–25 Philmont LLD November 4–6 NLS, Leesville, SC June 30 OA Service Grant Application Distributed November 11–13 NLS, Parkville, MO July 19 Jamboree Staff Week Begins for OA NER SOS, Alpine, NJ July 25–31 National Scout Jamboree November 18–20 NLS/NLATS, Portland, OR August 1–3 National Scout Jamboree December 2–4 CR SOS, Rochester, IN September 16–18 NLS, Loveland, OH December 27–30 National Planning Meeting, Southlake, TX September 16-18 NLS, Alpine, NJ December 31 Lodge Charter Renewal Deadline September 23–25 SR SOS, Atlanta, GA September 30-10/2 NLATS, Rochester, IN 2006 September 30-10/2 NLS WR, Phoenix, AZ July 29–8/3 NOAC, Michigan State University, East Lansing MI www.oa-bsa.org 8 Scouting’s National Honor Society