I just got into the OA...What Now?

Getting involved in the Order of the Arrow might seem like one of the hardest things to do. But Monaken Lodge offers plenty of opportunities for both youth and adults.

For Youth

Joining a Committee - The Lodge offers plenty of committees that youth are able to join. From ceremonies, dance and drum, cook, service, and IT and publications there is something each youth can do. Check the the committee pages under the Executive Board or contact a Lodge Officer for more information.

Run for Chapter or Lodge Office - This is one of the greatest opportunities for Lodge Members. All youth who will be under the age of 21 from October 1 - September 30 are eligible to run. The youth in the Lodge vote at each Fall Ordeal for the incoming Officers and people can be nominated at all Open Lodge meetings starting at the Spring Ordeal until Fall Ordeal. The following postions are voted upon: Chapter: *Chief, *vice Chief, Secretary, and Treasurer. Lodge: *Chief, *1st Vice Chief, *2nd Vice Chief, *Secretary, and *Treasurer. The Lodge is run by the youth.

* Serves on Lodge Executive Board

Come out to the Next Weekend: The Lodge and Chapters offer a great program each and every year. You might not have had a good time at your Ordeal but as the old saying is: "it only gets better" and thats exactly what its like in the Lodge. Come out to the next weekend and you'll have a good time.

For Adults

Joining a Committee - Adults in the Lodge can serve as Advisers in the Lodge. They can help out with ceremonies, dance and drum, service, and so much. Contact the Lodge Advisers or Committee Advisers for more information.

Come out to the Next Weekend: The Lodge and Chapters offer a great program each and every year. You might not have had a good time at your Ordeal but as the old saying is: "it only gets better" and thats exactly what its like in the Lodge. Come out to the next weekend and you'll have a good time.

These are just some of the basic things that Lodge members can be a part of. There is a whole lot of things the people can do, so contact a member of the Lodge Executive Board, Officer, or Adviser to get more information. And don't forget, come out to the next Lodge Weekend.

 

Check out the JumpStart! OA website which provides valuable information for Arrowmen.