Rimmey Lodge
Rimmey Lodge was named after Joseph Rimmey who was tragically killed in an accident. The cabin was dedicated in 1983 and construction began a few years prior to the dedication. The money to build the cabin was raised through practical shares purchased by members on the Council. Rimmey Lodge is a true sign of the dedication that the Lodge has of its committment to Seven Mountains Scout Camp and the campers who attend it every year.
2008 marks the 25th Anniversary of Rimmey Lodge, Monaken Lodge rededicated the cabin at its Woodchuck Ordeal October 18.
Monaken Lodge recently installed the bricks in and around the flag pole area in front of Rimmey Lodge. A total of 87 bricks were placed in the walkway; however, we have 14 bricks that weren't made due to order errors and some broken bricks. Those bricks have since been installed.
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The Rededication
The article as featured in the Fall 2008 Monaken, written by Teddy Kostich.
Rimmey Lodge, a testament to Monaken Lodge 103 and our devotion to Seven Mountains Scout Camp and the Juniata Valley Council. For twenty-five years Rimmey Lodge has stood for everything that the Order of the Arrow believes in. Brotherhood: it is a place for Brothers and for fellow Scouts to gather and enjoy one another’s company. Cheerfulness: it is a place where many great memories have been made and where Scouts have had great times. Service: a service project of extreme proportions. Built and maintained by Arrowmen, and rededicated by Arrowmen. As we celebrate, the twenty-fifth year of Rimmey Lodge, let us look back and reflect on the Brotherhood, Cheerfulness, and Service experienced through it.
Rimmey Lodge was named after Joseph Rimmey, who was tragically killed in an accident. Though construction began a few years prior, the cabin was officially dedicated in 1983. The money to build the cabin was raised through practical shares purchased by members on the Council. Rimmey Lodge is a true example of the great things that we as Brothers can accomplish.
At the Woodchuck Ordeal, the culmination of years of hard work came about at the rededication ceremony. Over the past few years, Brothers have completed many projects at Rimmey. There was painting done both inside and outside, the porch was stained, a new bathroom door was installed, a new refrigeration unit was installed, and the brick walkway and flag pole were installed. These are just some of the projects that Brothers have completed to better Rimmey Lodge. Many more are planned for the near and distant future. Currently, the Lodge is selling Rimmey Oval Patches and Rimmey Lodge flaps. The profit from the sale of both of these is being added to the Rimmey building fund to allow for more projects to be completed.
Rimmey Lodge was rededicated at the Woodchuck Ordeal. Twenty-five years of scouting summed up into one of the most meaningful ceremonies ever experienced by many in attendance. The ceremony, led by our current Lodge Chief, Nick Struble, encompassed many aspects of Scouting. It was started off by the presentation of the American Flag by Teddy Kostich, the current Lodge Secretary, and Colton Fogleman. Following the presentation of the flag, Mr. Ted Kostich gave a brief message on Brotherhood, Cheerfulness and Service, and what the Bible says about these things. We, as Arrowmen, are set to a higher standard before ourselves and our fellow Scouts. We must live up to these standards, and the only way to do so is to have God’s help. Following that, the history of Rimmey Lodge and a few words about Mr. Rimmey were spoken. Mr. Rimmey, a man who gave his time and dedicated his life to the OA and Boy Scouting, was tragically killed in a car accident. Monaken Lodge dedicated this cabin in memory of him to remember what a great man he was and to thank him for his unselfish service towards the welfare of others. The next part of the ceremony was started by Casey Crisman-Cox, the current Lodge First-Vice Chief. Before the ceremony began, candles were handed out to all people attending. As Casey was reading a poem that was read at the original Rimmey dedication, one candle was lit, and the flame of cheerfulness was passed from Brother to Brother around the new walkway in front of Rimmey Lodge. On such a clear, crisp night, with the only light coming from the slowly burning tiki torches, the light from many small flames of cheerfulness joined together into one giant beacon, celebrating the cheerfulness of all Brothers, and those who have dedicated their time and efforts to Scouting, the Order of the Arrow, and Rimmey Lodge.
As we look back on the last twenty-five years of Rimmey Lodge, we see many great things that have come of it and its existence. As we look forward to the next twenty-five, we should be sure to give thanks to God, Monaken Lodge, and our Brothers for all the things that we can and will accomplish.
