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NEXT Security Brief

The NEXT Security Staff welcomes you to the conference and wishes you a pleasant and safe visit in Bloomington. We...

Help needed to complete NEXT service project

Order of the Arrow membership is not a recognition. It is a call to serve. People embrace the Order not...

SR-7A Ceremonies Weekend

On the weekend of April 15 - 17th, over 60 participants arrived at Camp T. Brady Saunders in the beautiful...

Ask the Chairman - Can the OA sash be worn with the BSA activity uniform?

Q. Hello Ray, The OA handbook indicates a member can wear the OA sash at OA functions or serving in an...

Ask the Chairman - When will female Venturers be allowed to join the OA?

The information on this page may not reflect the changes to the Order of the Arrow membership requirements effective February...

Ask the Chairman - Is there a proper way to wear the OA cufflinks?

Q. Mr. Chairman, I was gifted some OA cufflinks and want to be sure I am wearing them correctly!  What is...

Ask the Chairman - Can Cub Scout camping count for the camping requirement for adult membership?

Q. Ray, Does time spent camping as a Cub Scout leader meet the adult requirements for OA membership? Someone could have...

Ask the Chairman - Is there a recommended timeline for the selection of the Vigil Honor?

Q: Ray, Our lodge chief has inquired about the frequency of Vigil nominations within the lodge. The guide says once per...

Ask the Chairman - How can I submit my updated lodge history book?

Q. Hello Ray, I am the historian for my lodge and I have updated our lodge history book to include the...