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Profile in unselfish service: Clint Takeshita

By John MazurieFrom lodge secretary, to national chief, to national committee member, Clint Takeshita has experienced many facets of the...

Ask the Chairman - Is the “Broken Arrow” ceremony an official ceremony?

Q. Ray, I have heard of a ceremony for deceased Arrowmen called the “Broken Arrow” ceremony. Is this ceremony legitimate or...

Ask the Chairman - What sign does a Cub Scout leader use when reciting the Obligation?

Q. Ray, I joined the OA as a youth in Boy Scouts. After a hiatus, now that my son is old...

Ask the Chairman - Are Arrowmen allowed to wear OA Legend patches on their sashes?

Q. Hi Ray, With the NOAC 2015 fast approaching, Scouts from our troop that are participating are getting anxious and excited...

Ask the Chairman - What is the role of the Scoutmaster and the OA Troop Rep during a unit election?

Q. Dear Ray, I am the parent of an OA troop representative. I found out that our Scoutmaster changed the results...

Ask the Chairman - Can the OA Legend be used as part of a public ceremony?

Q. Ray, My lodge is looking to develop a public recognition ceremony which will be used at summer camp. In the...

Ask the Chairman - How will those adults who gave up their spots at NOAC obtain the centennial sash?

Q. Ray, How will those Arrowmen who gave their spots at NOAC be able to obtain a centennial sash? A. The national...

Ask the Chairman - Can an OA Membership be given Posthumously?

Q. Ray, Has there ever been an OA membership given posthumously for an adult leader? We would like to recognize a member...

Ask the Chairman - What BSA membership is necessary for OA membership?

Q. Ray, As the membership record keeper of my lodge I have been asked what BSA registration is necessary to maintain...