The Order of the Arrow has great opportunities for you this summer at two awesome events! Summit Corp and Indian Summer are sure to give any arrowmen and great experience filled with fun.

Summit Corp

Summit Corp is a one time only high adventure program that will involve service to the New River. Participants will get the chance to get dirty and have a ton of fun!

For years, the Order of the Arrow has pioneered the concept of the service adventure with the OA High Adventure Programs. In 2008, the OA had the chance to open up the service adventure to more Arrowmen with ArrowCorps5. Now, in 2011, the Order of the Arrow is providing another opportunity to blend the bliss that comes from cheerful service and the personal growth that can only come from a high adventure. While the service to the national river is an important aspect of the project, the fun that comes from recreation, brotherhood, and being in the wilderness will make the experience that much richer.

This is no canned food drive.  Arrowmen attending SummitCorps – The New River Experience in 2011 can expect to be treated to one tough task. 

Dust off your mattock and McLeod rake the Order of the Arrow is doing what it knows best trail improvements. The main focus of SummitCorps will be improving the Garden Grand Hike and Bike Trail. Other projects will include the removal of invasive species.

More information can be found here:
http://event.oa-bsa.org/events/summitcorps2011/

Indian Summer:

Indian Summer is another one time event that focuses on the Native American culture of our organization. Participants will learn about ceremonies, dancing, and regalia making. This is the ultimate Indian event!


Indian Summer 2011 will expand your understanding of the American Indian culture. Opportunities will be focused on learning to dance, making outfits and crafts, singing and many other areas of the American Indian culture.   You will have an opportunity to gain hands on experience with some of the best craftsmen in the Scouting movement.

No matter what role you have in the induction of new members into our great Brotherhood, there is something for you at Indian Summer 2011!  From bettering yourself as a ceremonialist to running an Ordeal, Indian Summer 2011 will provide you with the information and skills needed to improve your lodge’s Inductions process..
If you want to learn more about American Indian culture and expand your dance and craft skills, this is THE place to meet Arrowmen who share your interest and receive training from some of the best in the Order of the Arrow.  Don't miss your chance to attend this awesome and inspiring experience.


Indian Summer 2011 will be held at the Ridgecrest Conference Center, Asheville, N.C. the week of  August 1 – 6, 2011.

More information can be found here:
http://event.oa-bsa.org/events/is2011/index.htm



Important information:

Any arrowmen that is interested in either of these events must attend a mandatory meeting with their parents on March 20, 2011 at 4:00PM at the Boy Scout Council Office. This meeting will deal with the logistics involved with each event. Chilantakoba Lodge is sending a contingent to each event and we plan to travel together. If any arrowman wishes to attend either event they must attend this interest meeting.

 If you cannot attend for any reason please contact Gary Dolese ASAP


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