Kawida Lodge OA Winter Banquet, this Saturday, December 5th in Stamler Dining Hall at McKee Scout Reservation, 5:30.
Our keynote speaker this year will be Daniel J. Higham, National Vice Chief, Order of the Arrow.
Saturday, December 5th at 5:30 pm the lodge will gather for our Annual Awards Banquet at McKee Scout Reservation, Stamler Dining Hall. Please plan to attend. All properly registered Scouts, members in good standing with Kawida Lodge and their families are invited.
The 2009 Vigil Honor Class will be recognized as well as the bestowment of lodge and national awards. The 2009 Kawida Lodge Officers will also be installed. The first 200 to register through the Blue Grass Council Office will receive our 2009 Banquet Flap at check-in the day of the banquet.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
GeoScouting Meeting Notes
Here are the notes of the first GeoScouting Meeting on November 13th posted by Renee Siegel. Since the Chapter is going to actively support and promote GeoCaching, we will work closely with this group.
BSA "Get In The Game" GeoScouting 2010
Upcoming meeting dates: Wed, Dec 2nd 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc
Wed, Jan 13th 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc
??Wed, Feb 3rd 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc??
1. "Treasures of Scouting"--Scout-themed geocaches that showcase Scouting people and programs: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing, Scouting Alumni, and Volunteers
Cache to Eagle Series--
---possibly a series within each district (there are 6 districts within Bluegrass Council) Start with Palisades/Elkhorn (Renee & Ryan Siegel), and Lake Cumberland (Dale Morton)
---patch for completion of a series
---any FTF prizes???
---segment patch for each district as each district is completed (segments would fit & circle around main (Council?) Cache to Eagle patch)
---Marlene Gonzalez checking into patches & patch segments (to have information ready for Dec 2 meeting)
---Dale Morton to prepare flyer/email with information on Cache to Eagle Series (to be ready for Dec 2 meeting)
Other Scout-themed geocache series ideas--
Boy Scout Law (one started in Lexington by Renee & Ryan Siegel)
Cub Scout Rank
Boy Scout Rank
Venture Crew Positions
Fun Scout Series (one started at Camp McKee by Renee & Ryan Siegel) (ie. A Scout is Tall, A Scout is Hungry)
Possible locations
---Camp McKee
---Raven Run
---McConnell Springs
---etc...
2. "Pillars of Scouting"--Trackables (Scout-themed geocoins and travel bugs that go from cache to cache around the nation to highlight core Scouting values)
Race to 2010 --Trackable Pinewood Derby (geocoins? or travel bugs?) for racing
3. Upcoming GeoScouting Events--For our Council
A. (Event) Cache In Trash Out (CITO)--Partnering with Geocaching.com, a single day of service throughout America. More information coming soon. (Spring 2010???)
--do in each district IF there is at least 1 to 2 people in that district to organize & run event
--choose location that needs CITO badly
--have at least 1 cache (new or existing) near the CITO event
--alternative ideas on doing the CITO where date conflicts arise
---each district hold a CITO as close to the actual date as possible
B. (Activity) Cub Scout Spring Campout--Camp McKee, KY First weekend of May 2010
--add geocaching or GeoScouting activity to teach young boys & leaders/parents how to play
--need GPSr's to loan out or bring their own??
---Council has 5 Garmin Etrex models for loaning out now
--temporary caches at Camp McKee for activity?
C. (Activity at LARGE Event) 2010 Kentucky Camporall--Icthus Farm, Wilmore, KY Oct 15-17, 2010
--GeoScouting/Geocaching activity
--need GPSr's
---Marlene Gonzalez to contact Garmin about possibly donating or loaning GPSr's for Council's use
--patch for activity completion?
D. (Activity) Summer Camp-Camp McKee, KY Summer 2010
--add geocaching activity to teach older boys & adults/leaders how to play & competition (Like Cats Eyes & Orienteering challenges)
--temporary caches at McKee for activity?
4. To Add For Next Year
A. Troop and Crew Training events in Districts or within Council
--Potential locations
----SECC
----Jacobson Park
----Cumberland Lake SRP on Earth Day (existing event)
B. Cacheing Along A Trail/Backpacking Events & Activities
********************************************Additional Notes********************************************
****There will be a Geocaching merit badge coming out in Early 2010!!!****
--add this to Summer Camp merit badges offered!!
NOTE: Wehali OA Chapter (Lexington area) of Kawida Lodge is volunteering to help & wants to be involved
--We will need a Chair for every district
--We will need a geocaching account for Council (suggested name: BGBSA204 or maybe BG_BSA_204?) Marlene Gonzalez to create account (Premier account @ Geocaching.com)
Submitted by,
Renee Siegel (aka cacheseeker859)--geocaching team with Ryan Siegel
Troop 110
BSA "Get In The Game" GeoScouting 2010
Upcoming meeting dates: Wed, Dec 2nd 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc
Wed, Jan 13th 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc
??Wed, Feb 3rd 7pm-8:30pm Presidential Conf Rm--2nd Fl, Council Ofc??
1. "Treasures of Scouting"--Scout-themed geocaches that showcase Scouting people and programs: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing, Scouting Alumni, and Volunteers
Cache to Eagle Series--
---possibly a series within each district (there are 6 districts within Bluegrass Council) Start with Palisades/Elkhorn (Renee & Ryan Siegel), and Lake Cumberland (Dale Morton)
---patch for completion of a series
---any FTF prizes???
---segment patch for each district as each district is completed (segments would fit & circle around main (Council?) Cache to Eagle patch)
---Marlene Gonzalez checking into patches & patch segments (to have information ready for Dec 2 meeting)
---Dale Morton to prepare flyer/email with information on Cache to Eagle Series (to be ready for Dec 2 meeting)
Other Scout-themed geocache series ideas--
Boy Scout Law (one started in Lexington by Renee & Ryan Siegel)
Cub Scout Rank
Boy Scout Rank
Venture Crew Positions
Fun Scout Series (one started at Camp McKee by Renee & Ryan Siegel) (ie. A Scout is Tall, A Scout is Hungry)
Possible locations
---Camp McKee
---Raven Run
---McConnell Springs
---etc...
2. "Pillars of Scouting"--Trackables (Scout-themed geocoins and travel bugs that go from cache to cache around the nation to highlight core Scouting values)
Race to 2010 --Trackable Pinewood Derby (geocoins? or travel bugs?) for racing
3. Upcoming GeoScouting Events--For our Council
A. (Event) Cache In Trash Out (CITO)--Partnering with Geocaching.com, a single day of service throughout America. More information coming soon. (Spring 2010???)
--do in each district IF there is at least 1 to 2 people in that district to organize & run event
--choose location that needs CITO badly
--have at least 1 cache (new or existing) near the CITO event
--alternative ideas on doing the CITO where date conflicts arise
---each district hold a CITO as close to the actual date as possible
B. (Activity) Cub Scout Spring Campout--Camp McKee, KY First weekend of May 2010
--add geocaching or GeoScouting activity to teach young boys & leaders/parents how to play
--need GPSr's to loan out or bring their own??
---Council has 5 Garmin Etrex models for loaning out now
--temporary caches at Camp McKee for activity?
C. (Activity at LARGE Event) 2010 Kentucky Camporall--Icthus Farm, Wilmore, KY Oct 15-17, 2010
--GeoScouting/Geocaching activity
--need GPSr's
---Marlene Gonzalez to contact Garmin about possibly donating or loaning GPSr's for Council's use
--patch for activity completion?
D. (Activity) Summer Camp-Camp McKee, KY Summer 2010
--add geocaching activity to teach older boys & adults/leaders how to play & competition (Like Cats Eyes & Orienteering challenges)
--temporary caches at McKee for activity?
4. To Add For Next Year
A. Troop and Crew Training events in Districts or within Council
--Potential locations
----SECC
----Jacobson Park
----Cumberland Lake SRP on Earth Day (existing event)
B. Cacheing Along A Trail/Backpacking Events & Activities
********************************************Additional Notes********************************************
****There will be a Geocaching merit badge coming out in Early 2010!!!****
--add this to Summer Camp merit badges offered!!
NOTE: Wehali OA Chapter (Lexington area) of Kawida Lodge is volunteering to help & wants to be involved
--We will need a Chair for every district
--We will need a geocaching account for Council (suggested name: BGBSA204 or maybe BG_BSA_204?) Marlene Gonzalez to create account (Premier account @ Geocaching.com)
Submitted by,
Renee Siegel (aka cacheseeker859)--geocaching team with Ryan Siegel
Troop 110
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Next Chapter Meeting
We look forward to seeing you at the monthly Wehali Chapter Meetings held during the District Roundtable, the second Thursday of each month at Immanuel Baptist Church. Go to the Scouts Roundtable at 7 pm and then the Chapter breaks off for a separate meeting until 8 pm. Roundtable ends at 8:30, in case you want to rejoin Roundtable and take back the District Scout news to your Troop. The December Roundtable meeting is a party to celebrate Christmas and we plan to party with them. There will be good food and fellowship. Come join us!
Graham Fielder is the Chapter Chief, Jake McKnight is the Elections Committee Chair, Matthew Hostetler is the Ceremonies Committee Chair and Ryan Siegel is the Geocaching Committee Chair. The Chapter plans to hold Geocaching events this year that should be fun for everyone.
See you next month during Roundtable in the Wehali Chapter Meeting.
In Service,
Elizabeth Fielder
Wehali Chapter Adviser
Graham Fielder is the Chapter Chief, Jake McKnight is the Elections Committee Chair, Matthew Hostetler is the Ceremonies Committee Chair and Ryan Siegel is the Geocaching Committee Chair. The Chapter plans to hold Geocaching events this year that should be fun for everyone.
See you next month during Roundtable in the Wehali Chapter Meeting.
In Service,
Elizabeth Fielder
Wehali Chapter Adviser
Saturday, October 10, 2009
2010 Lodge Officers
2010 Officers Elected
Lodge - News
Sunday, 04 October 2009
At the 2009 Fall Fellowship, lodge officer elections were held for the year of 2010. The elected officers will take office at the Winter Banquet and will be in that position until 2011.The quartermaster and digital media coordinator positions will be elected by the LEC.
Lodge Chief - Aaron Shepherd
Vice Chief of Service - Andrew Anderson
Vice Chief of Brotherhood - Sunder Willet
Secretary - Chris Caldwell
Treasurer - Graham Fielder
Lodge - News
Sunday, 04 October 2009
At the 2009 Fall Fellowship, lodge officer elections were held for the year of 2010. The elected officers will take office at the Winter Banquet and will be in that position until 2011.The quartermaster and digital media coordinator positions will be elected by the LEC.
Lodge Chief - Aaron Shepherd
Vice Chief of Service - Andrew Anderson
Vice Chief of Brotherhood - Sunder Willet
Secretary - Chris Caldwell
Treasurer - Graham Fielder
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree
July 26 – August 4, 2010
The Blue Grass Council will be hosting 3 Troops! See yourself rappelling, discovering scuba, kayaking, rafting, and sailing. Experience trap shooting, archery, bikeathlons, buckskin games, confidence courses, conservation trail, and more! There is not enough time in the day for all the exciting activities that are there waiting for you to try.
Daily activities include an incredible merit badge midway, arts and sciences, a re-creation of Baden-Powell’s original Scout camp on Brownsea Island, an American Indian village, regional entertainment stages, and many other activities. The arena shows are a highlight for all participants. The jamboree is Scouting at its very best!
More information and registration details
OA Jamboree Information
Posted 08-10-2009
Many of you have been anxiously awaiting information about the Order of the Arrow's involvement at the 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree. We have good news! Information about OA Staff positions is now available on the event site.
July 26 – August 4, 2010
The Blue Grass Council will be hosting 3 Troops! See yourself rappelling, discovering scuba, kayaking, rafting, and sailing. Experience trap shooting, archery, bikeathlons, buckskin games, confidence courses, conservation trail, and more! There is not enough time in the day for all the exciting activities that are there waiting for you to try.
Daily activities include an incredible merit badge midway, arts and sciences, a re-creation of Baden-Powell’s original Scout camp on Brownsea Island, an American Indian village, regional entertainment stages, and many other activities. The arena shows are a highlight for all participants. The jamboree is Scouting at its very best!
More information and registration details
OA Jamboree Information
Posted 08-10-2009
Many of you have been anxiously awaiting information about the Order of the Arrow's involvement at the 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree. We have good news! Information about OA Staff positions is now available on the event site.
Northern Tier Wilderness Canoe Adventure
July 11 – 23, 2010
If you are interested in more fun try the Boundary Waters Canoe Trek in 2010!
The Blue Grass Council will head north once again to canoe country from July 11th thru July 23rd, 2010 with 16 lucky Scouts who will spend 7 days paddling, fishing and enjoying the wilderness of Minnesota. The Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base wil serve as the outfitter near Ely, MN.
The total fee is $900 which includes transportation, lodging, meals, and the Northern Tier fees.
Contact Ken Green for more information or visit http://campmckee.org. This is open to Boy Scouts and Leaders 14 years old or older.
After tackling the Northern Tier, go for the Triple Crown of High Adventure: participate in at least one program at each of the 3 National High Adventure Sea Bases operated by the Boy Scouts of America: Philmont Scout Ranch (including the Double H Ranch), Northern Tier High Adventure Bases (Ely, Atikokan and Bissett), and the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base.
Triple Crown of High Adventure
Are you tough enough?
The Sommers Alumni Association in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America have authorized the issuance of a special certificate and patch to honor those Scouts and Scouters who have participated in at least one program at each of the three National High Adventure Bases operated by the Boy Scouts of America. These Bases are Philmont Scout Ranch (including the Double H Ranch), Northern Tier High Adventure Bases (Ely,Atikokan, and Bissett), and the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base.
More information
July 11 – 23, 2010
If you are interested in more fun try the Boundary Waters Canoe Trek in 2010!
The Blue Grass Council will head north once again to canoe country from July 11th thru July 23rd, 2010 with 16 lucky Scouts who will spend 7 days paddling, fishing and enjoying the wilderness of Minnesota. The Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base wil serve as the outfitter near Ely, MN.
The total fee is $900 which includes transportation, lodging, meals, and the Northern Tier fees.
Contact Ken Green for more information or visit http://campmckee.org. This is open to Boy Scouts and Leaders 14 years old or older.
After tackling the Northern Tier, go for the Triple Crown of High Adventure: participate in at least one program at each of the 3 National High Adventure Sea Bases operated by the Boy Scouts of America: Philmont Scout Ranch (including the Double H Ranch), Northern Tier High Adventure Bases (Ely, Atikokan and Bissett), and the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base.
Triple Crown of High Adventure
Are you tough enough?
The Sommers Alumni Association in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America have authorized the issuance of a special certificate and patch to honor those Scouts and Scouters who have participated in at least one program at each of the three National High Adventure Bases operated by the Boy Scouts of America. These Bases are Philmont Scout Ranch (including the Double H Ranch), Northern Tier High Adventure Bases (Ely,Atikokan, and Bissett), and the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base.
More information
One of the four fold purposes of the Order of the Arrow is "to crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others." In that spirit, a Fall Work Day at Camp McKee is set for October 17th.
Fall Work Day
Lodge - Events
Sunday, 04 October 2009
In preparation for the winter months, Kawida lodge will be hosting a work day for Arrowmen on Saturday, October 17th. The work projects include taking down tents and other various projects that will get Camp McKee ready for the winter. If you plan to attend, arrive at camp around 8 and 9am and be sure to bring a bag lunch. Lunch will not be provided. The work day will conclude sometime that afternoon and members are suggested to visit Mt. Sterling for dinner and attend their yearly festival, Court Days.
See you there!
Fall Work Day
Lodge - Events
Sunday, 04 October 2009
In preparation for the winter months, Kawida lodge will be hosting a work day for Arrowmen on Saturday, October 17th. The work projects include taking down tents and other various projects that will get Camp McKee ready for the winter. If you plan to attend, arrive at camp around 8 and 9am and be sure to bring a bag lunch. Lunch will not be provided. The work day will conclude sometime that afternoon and members are suggested to visit Mt. Sterling for dinner and attend their yearly festival, Court Days.
See you there!
Plan to help McKee prepare for the upcoming 2013 Conclave at Camp McKee with many service opportunities. As our 2009 Lodge Chief reminds us: "He Who Serves His Fellows Is of His Fellows Greatest."
Here is some of the news from the Lodge:
2010 Officers Elected
Lodge - News
Sunday, 04 October 2009
At the 2009 Fall Fellowship, lodge officer elections were held for the year of 2010. The elected officers will take office at the Winter Banquet and will be in that position until 2011.The quartermaster and digital media coordinator positions will be elected by the LEC.
Lodge Chief - Aaron Shepherd
Vice Chief of Service - Andrew Anderson
Vice Chief of Brotherhood - Sunder Willet
Secretary - Chris Caldwell
Treasurer - Graham Fielder
Here is some of the news from the Lodge:
2010 Officers Elected
Lodge - News
Sunday, 04 October 2009
At the 2009 Fall Fellowship, lodge officer elections were held for the year of 2010. The elected officers will take office at the Winter Banquet and will be in that position until 2011.The quartermaster and digital media coordinator positions will be elected by the LEC.
Lodge Chief - Aaron Shepherd
Vice Chief of Service - Andrew Anderson
Vice Chief of Brotherhood - Sunder Willet
Secretary - Chris Caldwell
Treasurer - Graham Fielder
Next Wehali Chapter Meeting is this coming Thursday, October 8th, during Roundtable at Immanuel Baptist Church, 7-8 pm! Come help us prepare for our Election of new Chapter Officers, learn about Ceremonies Team, get training to conduct unit elections during 2010, and learn about the scheduled service projects remaining in 2009 and planned for 2010, including the Ordeals, Summer Camp and Webelos Woods. Our election is planned for November 12th, during next month's Chapter meeting. Run for office! We are a vital part of the Lodge and the Council. There is a place for each one of you to make a difference in our Lodge and Council.
Kawida Lodge elected new officers for 2010 at the Fall Fellowship. Plan now to attend the Winter Banquet on Saturday, December 5th, at McKee Scout Reservation when they will take office. Our own Chapter Chief, Graham Fielder, was elected to Lodge Treasurer! Congratulations!
We need your help with the Chapter. Come Thursday to the Chapter Meeting.
The Lodge needs our help in 2010 with Ordeal Ceremonies, Elangomats and Brotherhood Ceremonies. This is your chance to help others make the journey into the OA and have fun with your brothers. Plan now to work in 2010 on the Ceremonies Team, serve as Elangomats and join in service with our Lodge.
Kawida Lodge elected new officers for 2010 at the Fall Fellowship. Plan now to attend the Winter Banquet on Saturday, December 5th, at McKee Scout Reservation when they will take office. Our own Chapter Chief, Graham Fielder, was elected to Lodge Treasurer! Congratulations!
We need your help with the Chapter. Come Thursday to the Chapter Meeting.
The Lodge needs our help in 2010 with Ordeal Ceremonies, Elangomats and Brotherhood Ceremonies. This is your chance to help others make the journey into the OA and have fun with your brothers. Plan now to work in 2010 on the Ceremonies Team, serve as Elangomats and join in service with our Lodge.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Wehali Chapter Calendar events:
September 11-12, OA Fall Ordeal, Sporting Clays, Blue Grass Sportsman League;
October 2-4, OA Fall Fellowship, McKee Scout Reservation;
October 8, Wehali Chapter Meeting, during Roundtable, Immanuel Baptist Church, 7pm;
October 9-11, OA Service for Webelow Woods, Camp Offutt;
November 12, Wehali Chapter Meeting, during Roundtable, Immanuel Baptist Church, 7 pm;
December 5, Kawida Lodge Winter Banquet, McKee Scout Reservation
September 11-12, OA Fall Ordeal, Sporting Clays, Blue Grass Sportsman League;
October 2-4, OA Fall Fellowship, McKee Scout Reservation;
October 8, Wehali Chapter Meeting, during Roundtable, Immanuel Baptist Church, 7pm;
October 9-11, OA Service for Webelow Woods, Camp Offutt;
November 12, Wehali Chapter Meeting, during Roundtable, Immanuel Baptist Church, 7 pm;
December 5, Kawida Lodge Winter Banquet, McKee Scout Reservation
Great Chapter meeting tonight! We rehearsed the Ordeal Ceremony. We know that we will be able to help the Lodge this weekend at the Sporting Clays Event at the Blue Grass Sportsman Lodge. Some of us will help with the Ordeal Ceremony, some will help with the Brotherhood Conversion Ceremony and some of us will help with the Sporting Clays. It will be busy and lots of fun. Hope to see everyone there.
We want to see everyone at the next Wehali Chapter Meeting during the October Palisades Roundtable at 7 pm at Immanuel Baptist Church. We will be working on the Regalia for the Ceremonies and Dance Teams. Joseph Browning volunteered to research the local Indians that will provide the style of regalia that the Dance Team will use. We hope to add special touches for our Chapter.
Don't miss it!
We want to see everyone at the next Wehali Chapter Meeting during the October Palisades Roundtable at 7 pm at Immanuel Baptist Church. We will be working on the Regalia for the Ceremonies and Dance Teams. Joseph Browning volunteered to research the local Indians that will provide the style of regalia that the Dance Team will use. We hope to add special touches for our Chapter.
Don't miss it!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Wehali Chapter Meeting
If you missed the Chapter meeting on Sunday, don't worry! If you are going to the Spring Fellowship, we can hold an informal meeting and talk about our Dance Team and our Ceremonial Teams. Plan to attend the Spring Fellowship and the Conclave to get new ideas for our teams and just for fun.
Spring Fellowship
Folks,
One last reminder that Spring Fellowship is next weekend. As the week passes remind everyone there is still time to let us know you are going to be there. Friday at the Scout Office there was a little over 30 registered for fellowship. Some of you have let me know you will be there, some have been gracious enough to let me know they will not. If others are going to be there encourage them to send registration into the office and email me, acttwatts@roadrunner.com , so I can keep up with the food numbers.
There were also around 70 registered for Conclave and it is still not too late to register for that either, although there is a five dollar late fee for being past the early bird cut off. Let folks know we would like them to attend that event also. It is pretty close this year. About half as close as last year.
Also I here we will have some of the new folks, just joining the council from along the Ohio River at our event next weekend. This is a great time to show them a grand welcome. There seems to be several active lodge members in Mason County. Anthony is opening up the rifle range and shotgun range Saturday. We will also need to have an L.E.C. to get ready for Summer Camp. We also have a surprise or two up our sleeve. The Spring Fellowship looks great also.
Do not forget the Vigil activities on Friday night. I am sure all Vigil Honor folks will want to be in on the activities Friday night and Saturday Morning.
Hope to all who can make it this weekend!!!!
Still serving,
Alan Watts
One last reminder that Spring Fellowship is next weekend. As the week passes remind everyone there is still time to let us know you are going to be there. Friday at the Scout Office there was a little over 30 registered for fellowship. Some of you have let me know you will be there, some have been gracious enough to let me know they will not. If others are going to be there encourage them to send registration into the office and email me, acttwatts@roadrunner.com , so I can keep up with the food numbers.
There were also around 70 registered for Conclave and it is still not too late to register for that either, although there is a five dollar late fee for being past the early bird cut off. Let folks know we would like them to attend that event also. It is pretty close this year. About half as close as last year.
Also I here we will have some of the new folks, just joining the council from along the Ohio River at our event next weekend. This is a great time to show them a grand welcome. There seems to be several active lodge members in Mason County. Anthony is opening up the rifle range and shotgun range Saturday. We will also need to have an L.E.C. to get ready for Summer Camp. We also have a surprise or two up our sleeve. The Spring Fellowship looks great also.
Do not forget the Vigil activities on Friday night. I am sure all Vigil Honor folks will want to be in on the activities Friday night and Saturday Morning.
Hope to all who can make it this weekend!!!!
Still serving,
Alan Watts
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
NOAC News
NOAC 2009 provides In-Depth Training
NOAC 2009 Training for the Arrowmen of today and tomorrow. This year's theme is The Power of One, and the Training Committee is working to incorporate this theme into all the sessions. At NOAC 2009, you can discover your 'Power of One.'”
Do you have an interest in making movies? Ever wanted to share your interest with someone else? Want to have your video on the screen at NOAC? If you answered "yes" to any of these three questions, then the NOAC Short Film Competition is for you. Join Arrowmen from around the country in this exciting competition to vie for the best NOAC short film. For more information, please visit http://www.noacshowsfest.com. We hope to see your film!
OA Lodge History on Display: NOAC participants are invited to assist in showcasing lodge history through competition in the Lodge Historical Display and Lodge Oral Presentation Symposium which will be showcased in the NOAC Museum.
Lodges may submit a display for both competitions or just the Lodge Historical Display competition. To participate, the lodge must register directly with the OA Center for History at NOACMuseum@gmail.com. Contact the Lodge Chief, Allan Watts about participating. Once our lodge is registered, communication will come directly from the OA Center for History regarding confirmation and competition details.
Featured Trading Post Item: 2009 NOAC Belt Buckle
This metal cast belt buckle features the NOAC 2009 logo. Its dimensions are approximately 3" x 2"; it’s designed to fit the traditional 1.5" leather belt. The NOAC 2009 logo will not be released until the event.
You can order a NOAC 2009 Belt Buckle at http://tradingpost.oa-bsa.org/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=2009-14
Reminder: Event Selection Begins April 1
Beginning April 1, NOAC 2009 delegates will be able to log-on to the registration website and select their preferences for training, afternoon activities, competitions, and other NOAC activities. Have a sneak peak at the program for NOAC by going to the program page of the NOAC website at http://event.oabsa.org/events/n2009/committees/
Remember the Power of One
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great." - Mark Twain
NOAC 2009 Training for the Arrowmen of today and tomorrow. This year's theme is The Power of One, and the Training Committee is working to incorporate this theme into all the sessions. At NOAC 2009, you can discover your 'Power of One.'”
Do you have an interest in making movies? Ever wanted to share your interest with someone else? Want to have your video on the screen at NOAC? If you answered "yes" to any of these three questions, then the NOAC Short Film Competition is for you. Join Arrowmen from around the country in this exciting competition to vie for the best NOAC short film. For more information, please visit http://www.noacshowsfest.com. We hope to see your film!
OA Lodge History on Display: NOAC participants are invited to assist in showcasing lodge history through competition in the Lodge Historical Display and Lodge Oral Presentation Symposium which will be showcased in the NOAC Museum.
Lodges may submit a display for both competitions or just the Lodge Historical Display competition. To participate, the lodge must register directly with the OA Center for History at NOACMuseum@gmail.com. Contact the Lodge Chief, Allan Watts about participating. Once our lodge is registered, communication will come directly from the OA Center for History regarding confirmation and competition details.
Featured Trading Post Item: 2009 NOAC Belt Buckle
This metal cast belt buckle features the NOAC 2009 logo. Its dimensions are approximately 3" x 2"; it’s designed to fit the traditional 1.5" leather belt. The NOAC 2009 logo will not be released until the event.
You can order a NOAC 2009 Belt Buckle at http://tradingpost.oa-bsa.org/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=2009-14
Reminder: Event Selection Begins April 1
Beginning April 1, NOAC 2009 delegates will be able to log-on to the registration website and select their preferences for training, afternoon activities, competitions, and other NOAC activities. Have a sneak peak at the program for NOAC by going to the program page of the NOAC website at http://event.oabsa.org/events/n2009/committees/
Remember the Power of One
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great." - Mark Twain
Kawida Lodge Event Flaps
Barry Goff has recently posted the Kawida Event Flaps for 2009 too on his blog too! Come to the Lodge events and take one home! Check it out:
http://scoutinginthehills.blogspot.com/2009/02/kawida-event-flaps.html
http://scoutinginthehills.blogspot.com/2009/02/kawida-event-flaps.html
Conclave 2-piece flap
Barry Goff posted an image of the new 2 piece Lodge Flap set from our upcoming Section SR 6 Conclave Host Lodge Sequoyah 184. Check it out! http://scoutinginthehills.blogspot.com/2009/02/conclave-2-piece.html
If you go, you can have one of these too! Register today!
http://www.kawida.org/2009forms/2009conclave.pdf
Conclave is April 17-19, 2009 down at Camp Davy Crockett.
If you go, you can have one of these too! Register today!
http://www.kawida.org/2009forms/2009conclave.pdf
Conclave is April 17-19, 2009 down at Camp Davy Crockett.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Next WeHaLi Chapter Meeting
Watch this blog for updates about our next WeHaLi Chapter meeting! We plan to meet on Sunday, March 22nd at 2 pm at Trinity Hill United Methodist Church, 3600 Tates Creek Road, at the intersection of Tates Creek Road and Armstrong Mill Roads. Come join us!
2009 Kawida Lodge OA Dues Form
Go to the following link to print out the Kawida Lodge Order of the Arrow Membership Dues for 2009 - Just $15!!!!!
http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/DocDownload.asp?id=49322
Kawida Lodge Calendar of Events
Kawida Lodge Calendar of Events
Spring Fellowship and Vigil - March 27-29 - Camp McKee
Section Conclave - April 17-19 - Camp Davy Crockett
Spring Ordeal - May 15-17 - Camp McKee
1st Summer Camp Ordeal - June 12-14 - Camp McKee
2nd Summer Camp Ordeal - July 10-12 - Camp McKee
NOAC - August 1-6 - Indiana University
Blue Card Bonanza - August 21-23 - Camp McKee
Fall Ordeal - September 11-13-Camp McKee
Fall Fellowship - October 2-4 - Camp McKee
Lodge Leadership Dev - November 14 - TBA
Winter Banquet - December 5 - Camp McKee
New Medical Form
Don't forget to fill out the new Medical Form (34605) that replaces Class 3 Physical. It is available under the User Guides menu for those going to NOAC 2009. This form will be the ONLY Medical Form that will be used for NOAC 2009.
2009 Conclave
Come to the 2009 Conclave at Camp Davy Crockett in Whitesburg, Tennessee, close to our own Chapter. Sign up now for only $30 and meet fellow Arrowmen from all over the Southern Region 6. (Go to http://southern.oa-bas.org for more information).
Mark Norris of Woa Cholena Lodge in Mobile, Alabama, the 2009 Southern Region Chief, invites all Southern Region 6 Arrowmen to come to Camp Davy Crockett to prepare for the unique experience of celebrating 100 years of memorable service as Arrowmen. The Conclave will also prepare for the upcoming 2009 National Order of the Arrow Conference - NOAC - to be held at Indiana University August 1-6. This huge event is planned and carried out by Arrowmen. Come to the WeHaLi Chapter meetings to learn more about the Lodge, Section and National Order of the Arrow events. Meet some of the over 7,000 Arrowmen who will attend NOAC and take part in the lodge leadership training, activities, and ceremonies, as well as participate in a large variety of competitions. The 6-day adventure is unlike any other in Scouting and unique to just members of the Order of the Arrow. You have to be a part of it!
and learn more about it and how you can sign up to be there!
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