Order of the Arrow

SHELTER ROCK DISTRICT

Order of the Arrow

Purpose of the Order

1. To recognize those campers (Scouts and Scouters) who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives, and by such recognition, cause other campers to conduct themselves in such manner as to warrant recognition.

2. To Develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit.

3. To promote Scout camping, which reaches it’s greatest effectiveness as a part of the unit’s camping program, both year round and in the summer camp, as directed by the camping committee of the council.

4. To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.

Order of the Arrow (OA) is the National Honor Society of the Boy Scouts of America.

Buckskin Lodge #412 is the Order of the Arrow Lodge for the Theodore Roosevelt Council.

Matinecock is the name of Shelter Rock District’s Chapter.

To be a member in good standing of the O/A, you must be currently registered with the Boy Scouts of America in a paid membership position (other than a merit badge counselor).

The membership form can be found here: http://www.trcbsa.org/TRC_ServiceOrgs/Order%20of%20the%20Arrow/OA%20Downloads/Buckskin%20Lodge%202010%20Dues%20-%20Registration.pdf

Matinecock Chapter Meeting

When: Matinecock Chapter meets every third Sunday night.

Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. 85 Center Street, Williston Park, NY

Time: 7:30 to 9:00 pm

Chapter Officers

Chapter Chief—Jimmy Carroll

Vice Chief—Kevin Carlin

Secretary—Patrick McCabe

Brotherhood Chairman—Patrick Murphy

Elections Chairman—Patrick Brown

Adult Advisors

Chapter Advisor—Eric Sobeck

Associate Advisor—Phil McCabe

Brotherhood Advisor—George Carlin

Newsletter Advisor—Wayne Bauman

If you were a member last year, a former member from several years ago, or moved here from another lodge and wish to reactivate your membership, please complete the Membership Renewal Application and submit the annual dues.

For information, contact the Chapter Chief or the Chapter Adult Advisors, Eric Sobeck 671-8524 or Wayne Bauman 747-1249.

You can also visit the Order of the Arrow’s web site at http://www.trcbsa.org/TRC_ServiceOrgs/Order%20of%20the%20Arrow/OA.htm

There are a lot of activities coming up. Don’t miss the fun and fellowship. Join your fellow Arrowmen as they continue a long tradition of service to others.

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