Volume 2.1| February 1, 2024 | |
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The Order of the Arrow is “Scouting’s National Honor Society.” It recognizes those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily life and, by such recognition, cause other campers to conduct themselves in such a manner as to warrant similar recognition, to promote camping, and to crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.
Each Unit with qualified members are urged to hold an election no later than April 15th to elect candidates for an Ordeal. Ordeals will be held at Camp Roosevelt in Spring and Fall.
The election should be held at a regularly scheduled unit meeting. Every effort should be made to have 100% attendance of both youths and adults at this meeting. A unit election cannot be held without at least 50% of the unit in attendance. An election team from the Order of the Arrow will be on hand to conduct the election once it has been scheduled.
During the election, the OA representative will also talk about the upcoming camping season at Camp Roosevelt.
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2024 Adapt, Collaborate, Thrive Conference (ACT) | |
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The annual Section E19 ACT Conference will help lodges Adapt to face major challenges, Collaborate with peers across the section, and eventually Thrive and become high-performing. This training event designed for lodge leaders employs theory and techniques that reflect the current best practices in teaching and listening and can not be missed.
Where: St. John’s Prep (72 Spring St, Danvers, MA 01923)
When: March 2, 2024 – Check in begins at 8am
Cost: $20 per person – includes food, patch, and training materials.
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Pamola Lodge Winter Fellowship Event | |
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Arrowman of Pamola Lodge,
Register today for the Pamola Lodge Winter Fellowship. It will be an action-packed day. Start by supporting the University of Maine Black Bears as they take on the University of Vermont at the PIT on the University of Maine Campus. After the game dinner will be on your own as a group at a local restaurant. After dinner Pamola lodge will take on the escape rooms of Bangor Escape Rooms
Feb 17, 2024 2:00pm to 8:30 pm
$30.00 Per OA Member
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2024 Pamola Lodge Membership Dues | | |
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2024 Pamola Lodge Membership Dues | |
When you took upon yourself the solemn obligation of the Order of the Arrow you promised to observe and preserve the traditions of the Order of the Arrow. We please ask you now to fulfill your promise and support Pamola Lodge’s mission by paying your membership dues. Your annual dues, only $20.00 per year.
You may pay ahead for the following year as well.
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Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting | |
February Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
February 19, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
March Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
March 18, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
April Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
April 15, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
May Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
May 20, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
June Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
June 17, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
July Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
July 15, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
August Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
August 19, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
September Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
September 16, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
October Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
October 21, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
November Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
November 18, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
December Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
December 16, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
January Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting
January 20, 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm by zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89997626375?pwd=rEblnFbx62EdtfTw4bn4NmZVCNSYyk.1
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2024 New England Fellowship (NEF) | |
Date/Time:
Jun 7, 2024, 4:00 pm to Jun 9, 2024, 10:30 am
Location:
Camp William Hinds
146 Plains Rd
Raymond, ME 04071
The New England Fellowship is hosted each year by a different lodge in our Section. Each lodge in the Section (eight lodges in Section E19) sends a delegation to this great event to participate in interesting training, compete in athletic events, ceremonies, and dancing, watch inspiring and entertaining shows and campfires, trade patches, meet new Arrowmen, eat great food, and have tons of fun! This year’s theme is “Chart Your Course”. This is one of the best local Scouting events anyone could attend!
The Important Bits
Date: June 7-9, 2024
Location: Camp William Hinds (146 Plains Rd, Raymond, ME 04071)
Website: https://sectione19.oa-bsa.org/event/2024-new-england-fellowship/
Madockawanda Lodge: chief@madockawanda.org
Section NE-1: leadership@ne1oa.org
Cost: $35-$60
Status: EPIC!
Registration: https://sectione19.oa-bsa.org/event/2024-new-england-fellowship/
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Date/Time:
May 31, 2024, 6:00 pm to Jun 2, 2024, 11:00 am
Location:
Katahdin Scout Reservation
45 Camp Roosevelt Rd
Eddington, ME 04428
Congratulations on your candidacy. Your fellow Scouts have recognized you for this honor because you have demonstrated those character qualities that best exemplify the Scout Oath and Scout Law in your daily life. Being recognized by your fellow Scouts is the first step in becoming a member of the Order of the Arrow. The step is to begin your induction process. This will test your camping ability, physical stamina, and mental fortitude. You may have heard rumors about the induction, but I assure you that you have nothing to fear. With true spirit and strength of heart, you will have no problem passing this time of testing. It will be a very meaningful yet challenging experience.
This year, two induction weekends are scheduled. The first one will be held at the Katahdin Scout Reservation (Camp Roosevelt) on May 31st through June 2nd, 2024. The second will be September 20th through the 22nd, 2023 at Katahdin Scout Reservation (Camp Roosevelt). You must complete your induction during one of these two weekends otherwise you must be re-elected (youth) or nominated (adult) by your unit if more than a year passes since your election.
The cost for everything will be $60.00 for the weekend. This may seem a bit expensive, but it covers the cost of all meals, the OA handbook, sash, pocket flap, and a year of dues. Please make all checks payable to the “KATAHDIN AREA COUNCIL” or “KAC”.
For the weekend you will need a candidate registration form, BSA medical form sections A, B1, B2, sleeping bag, ground cloth, a complete Scout uniform, work clothes, gloves, a Scout’s outdoor essentials, bug dope, an extra smaller pack, and extra clothes. Please keep in mind the radical Maine weather climate; in other words, BE PREPARED and dress appropriately to endure the elements. PLEASE DO NOT BRING FOOD. All medications must be checked at the registration station upon arrival. Registration will be between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Friday night. It is important that you register on time and earlier is better.
After induction you will be eligible to purchase OA items at the OA store on Saturday evening. You should bring money if you would like to buy additional patches or other OA items. An OA orientation session will be held Sunday morning at all induction weekends. The weekend will complete at 11:00 am, and you may check out following the orientation. Please have your ride ready to pick you up at that time. It is important that you stay for the entire weekend.
I hope to see you at one of the induction weekends.
Yours in Scouting,
Evan Aspinall
Lodge Chief of Pamola Lodge
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2024 North Star Chapter, Pamola Lodge Call Out Ceremony | |
Calling all Scouters (Youth & Adults) that have been elected to join the Order of the Arrow, Pamola Lodge in the Fall of 2024 and Winter/ Spring of 2024 and who have not yet completed their Ordeal. On April 13, 2024 @ 11:30am, the North Star Chapter of Pamola Lodge will be having a Call Out Ceremony to recognize those that have been elected for membership in the OA. This event will take place at the 2024 North Star Scout Show. Please take a moment and register for the Ceremony below. | |
2024 Friends of Scouting Campaign | |
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Dear Friends of Scouting,
We at the Katahdin Area Council hope you and those close to you continue to Stay Safe and Healthy. We are ever so grateful for your ongoing interest, concern and support for the youth and families served by Scouting and the programs we offer.
Katahdin Area Council will continue to enthusiastically meet new challenges head on, offering quality programming and services to the communities we serve. Our Council has continued to maintain and improve our camping properties in eager anticipation of building
off of the 2023 Camping season and we are looking forward to the summer of 2024. We need YOUR HELP to continue to maintain our camps and offer innovative programming.
With over 35% of our budget depending on Family Friends of Scouting, we are reaching out to you for your help. With your financial support the Katahdin Area Council will be able to provide your Scout with the character and leadership programs that develop productive, responsible and caring members of our community.
Please consider donating today an amount that is meaningful to you. With your donation today, you can help us to continue to Be Prepared for even more Scouts for Life. All donations made to the Katahdin Area Council stay with the Council to help us serve local Scouts and volunteers. As always, do not hesitate to reach out if you would like to have a conversation, or simply to let us know how you are. We stand ready to help in any way we can.
THANK YOU – to You and your family for all you do for Scouting! If you choose to donate, we have several donation levels for you to choose from. You will also receive a limited-edition Friends of Scouting Patch as a Thank You!
$1,000 Eagle Club
$750 Gold Supporter
$500 Silver Supporter
$350 Bronze Supporter
$185 Family Supporter
Donate a different amount
If you have already contributed to this campaign, we thank you. Funds raised from the Friends of Scouting campaign stay within our Council and enable us to provide full-time
professionals and support staff to serve our units and to recruit new families to Scouting. These funds also enable us to make available membership recruitment materials for all units, provide leader training and maintain Council camps for all to enjoy, youth, volunteer leaders and families. While all registration and charter fees go to our national council, all donated funds given locally-stay locally.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the council. Together, we can help deliver the promise of the Scouting program.
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