Order of the Arrow
1.To recognize those Scout campers who best
exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives
2.To develop and maintain camping traditions
and spirit
3.To promote Scout camping
4.To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness
into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others
History
The purpose of the Order of the Arrow is fourfold:
1.To recognize those Scout campers who best exemplify the Scout Oath and
Law in their daily lives 2.To develop and maintain camping traditions and
spirit 3.To promote Scout camping 4.To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness
into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.
Eligibility
To become a member, a youth must be a registered
member of a Boy Scout troop or Varsity Scout team and hold First Class
rank. The youth must have experienced 15 days and nights of camping during
the two years before his election. The 15 days and nights must include
six consecutive days (including five nights) of resident camping, approved
and under the auspices and standards of the Boy Scouts of America. The
balance of the camping must be overnight, weekend, or other short-term
camps. Scouts are elected to the Order by their fellow unit members, following
approval by the Scoutmaster or Varsity team Coach.
Lodges
Each Order of the Arrow lodge is granted a charter
from the National Council, BSA, upon annual application by the local council.
The OA lodge helps the local council provide a quality Scouting program
through recognition of Scouting spirit and performance, development of
youth leadership and service, promotion of Scout camping and outdoor programs,
and enhancement of membership tenure.
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