The Order of the Arrow is Scouting’s National Honor Society. Founded in 1915, the OA has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives for over a century. Today, the service, activities, adventures, and training provided by the OA are models of quality leadership development and programming that enrich, support, and help extend Scouting to America’s youth.
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Recent News
2025 Spring Inductions Recap
The lodges in Section G16 have been busy with their spring inductions, welcoming more members into our great brotherhood! Here are the highlights from …
Secretary Statement – May 2025
With the induction season having begun in our section last weekend at Camp Meriwether, I could not help but consider for a moment the …
2025 Tsisqan Service Weekend Recap
This year, April 25-27, members of Tsisqan Lodge gathered for their annual Service Weekend at Camp Baker. The event was essential to preparing camp …
2025 Arrow of Honor Nominations
The Arrow of Honor is the highest honor that Section G16 can bestow upon its members. It represents a firm dedication to the highest …
2025 Lo La’Qam Geela Spring Fellowship
Get ready for a weekend full of food—and fun—at Lo La’Qam Geela’s Spring Fellowship! This year, the event’s theme is a “Tour of Italy”.
Fellowship in Service: Ways to Volunteer in the Community
Service is one of the important principles of the Order of the Arrow, and one of the best ways to serve is through volunteering.
Protecting Our Planet: The Distinguished Conservation Service Award
Distinguished Conservation Service Awards are given to Scouts, Scouters, and organizations/individuals who demonstrate extraordinary efforts in protecting and conserving the environment. The purpose of …
Induction Staff: Be the Reason
For every Eagle, there was a Scout; for every Summit, a Venturer; for every Quartermaster, an Apprentice. Every accomplishment in Scouting America has a …