Takhone Lodge’s New Arrowman Award is our way of recognizing new Arrowmen who have taken initiative and proven their interest in the Order of the Arrow. Please complete the requirements on the form below and enter them into a submission to receive the award at an LEC meeting. You will also receive a certificate at the upcoming Winter Banquet. For more information on any of the steps, see the glossary below. If you have any questions, please contact newmemberaward(at)oa7.org.
To be eligible you must be within six (6) months of your induction and in good standing with the lodge.
Glossary
Member Portal: New members should receive an email with instructions on creating their Member Portal account to login at: https://members.oa-scouting.org/ This portal will be where members can find details about Lodge events, pay their dues, and update their information. Instructions are also available at: https://oa7.org/member-portal-guide/
Slack: The main work platform used to plan meetings, advertise events, and post memes.
Lodge Level Event: Events put on by the Lodge which can include, but are not limited to, Fellowships, New Member Palooza, Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meetings, Winter Banquet, and more!
Lodge Executive Committee Meetings (LEC): Monthly meeting where all members of the Lodge are invited to discuss current lodge business.
Fellowship: Weekend outdoor event with service, induction opportunities, and fun events.
Winter Banquet: The annual awards and recognition event put on by the Lodge each January.
Chapter: This the OA equivalent of your district. Example – if you are in Calumet district, you are in Calumet chapter.
Chapter Meeting: A monthly meeting with your local chapter to discuss business and fun events.
Ceremonialist: Arrowman who performs in a part of a ceremony.
Luminary: The guide for an induction crew who lights the way for new members.
Unit Election: An election conducted in a scouting unit (Troop, Ship, Crew) to elect scouts to be elected into the OA
Unit OA Representative: A representative for the OA in a scouting unit (Troop, Ship, Crew), who serves as the formal link between the unit and the OA. Also known as OA Rep.
Haunted Hollow: A spooky annual hike the Lodge hosts each October as a fundraiser. Opportunity to staff and scare your friends! Good Standing: A member must have all current information up to date and their annual dues paid in order to be considered in good standing with the Lodge.
