December 2023 eNews

Posted on December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Membership Renewal and ArrowPass for 2024

It’s that time of year! Time for Membership Renewal and ArrowPass. The Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge is putting together many fun events this year and we would love to see you there. Register by December 31st to save money on 2024 dues.

Spring Summit
Spring Summit is coming up, March 8-10, 2024. This is our annual spring event that covers various trainings on leadership and OA specific topics. Training will be held in the morning followed by chapter vs. chapter games to win the Wa-Hi-Nasa Belt of Glory! Don’t forget to put it on your calendar and register at https://wa-hi-nasa.org/events/spring-summit/

National Order of the Arrow Conference
NOAC 2024, taking place July 29 to August 3rd, is approaching and we would love for you to join our contingent. NOAC is the preeminent Scouting experience, with over 6,000 Arrowmen coming together at the University of Colorado. Come spend a week in Boulder, CO with us as take training from some of the most knowledgeable from around the country, compete in various intramural sports such as ultimate frisbee, flag football, 3 v. 3 basketball, and watch evening shows that would rival a Broadway play. For more information and to sign up, visit https://wa-hi-nasa.aorg/events/noac/.

Winter Banquet Recap

What an amazing night at MTSU. With approximately 200 in attendance, the Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge held its yearly Winter Banquet. 60 individual awards were handed out to lodge members and chapters. The 2023 Lodge Officers and Advisers were recognized and the 2024 officers and LEC sworn in.

2023 Year in Review
2023 was a great year for the lodge. We held a lot of fun events and welcomed over 230 new members into the OA. Take a look at the photos from these events at https://wa-hi-nasa.org/photos/. We hope to see you at one of our events in 2024!

November 2023 eNews

Posted on November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Winter Banquet

To Celebrate 85 Years of Cheerful Service in the Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge; our celebration themed banquet will be held at MTSU in the Grand Ballroom. Join us for a fun night of food, fellowship, awards, and installation of your 2024 Lodge officers and Chapter Chiefs and Advisers.

Celebrate with us as we reflect on 85 years of cheerful service and our continued service. We will recognize Arrowmen for their outstanding service to our lodge and Scouting!

Winter Camp Staffing

Come join us for an unforgettable winter adventure at our Ice Age: Around the World-themed Winter Camp! Step back in time and embark on an exciting journey. The winter camp is scheduled for December 27th-31st, and we’re thrilled to share all the fantastic activities and events that our Wa-Hi-Nasa members have prepared! If you are interested in staffing this year’s winter camp, fill out an interest form here.

NOAC 2024

The premier national OA event is the National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC). A large university campus hosts it every two years, and up to 8,000 Arrowmen from all 50 states attend. In terms of scale and scope, it is only surpassed by the BSA National Jamboree. The University of Colorado Boulder will host NOAC in 2024 from July 29 to August 3! Would you like to join our contingent? Visit our website here to register and secure your spot!

The Calvin Hughes Campership is available to youth lodge members who require financial assistance to attend national OA events. Request by reaching out to lodgeadviser@wa-hi-nasa.org.

Membership Renewal and ArrowPass

Membership Renewal and ArrowPass links are officially live! You won’t want to miss the fantastic events our lodge leaders have planned next year. Save money on 2024 dues when you register by January 1, 2024. Registration for both can be found at https://wa-hi-nasa.org/register/

Summer Camp OA Rep

Summer Camp 2023 is just around the corner. We are in search of staff members for summer camp next year. One position that is offered is the OA Summer Camp Rep position, serving as a representative of the Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge and the Order of the Arrow, while fulfilling traditional summer camp staff responsibilities. Staff application due by Dec 1st. If interested, please contact us at lodgechief@wa-hi-nasa.org.

ArrowCorps 111

ArrowCorps 111 occurred on October 21st, 2023 at Parish Scout Reservation. Over 60 members came out to give service to a council camp. A shortlist of service includes: a new orienteering course, fixed walking trails, and more! Thank you to all the members who gave cheerful service!

OA High Adventure

Imagine hiking through some of the same territories as Waite Phillips, Dr. Goodman and other noteworthy Scouting figures. Imagine forming a team, coming into an experience as strangers, but leaving as friends for a lifetime. Few people get to experience the world’s natural beauty and understand what true fellowship is all about. This summer, the Order of the Arrow invites you to this rare occasion and to participate in the OA High Adventure program.

Visit https://oa-bsa.org/high-adventure for more information regarding all of the OAHA opportunities available for lodge members.
The Calvin Hughes Campership is available to youth lodge members who require financial assistance to attend national OA events. Request by reaching out to lodgeadviser@wa-hi-nasa.org.

October 2023 eNews

Posted on October 23, 2023October 23, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Winter Banquet

Celebrate with us as we reflect on 85 years of cheerful service and our continued service. We will recognize Arrowmen for their outstanding service to our lodge and Scouting. This is a catered event. Non-OA family and friends are always welcome to register as guests at the Winter Banquet.

Winter Camp Staffing

NOAC 2024

Summer Camp OA Rep

OA High Adventure

Visit https://oa-bsa.org/high-adventure for more information regarding all of the OAHA opportunities available for lodge members.

The Calvin Hughes Campership is available to youth lodge members who require financial assistance to attend national OA events. Request by reaching out to lodgeadviser@wa-hi-nasa.org.

September 2023 eNews

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Awards

Wa-Hi-Nasa proudly recognizes its members’ dedication and service to the Scouting program and the lodge. From recognizing those who have never held an official position to those who served the lodge in various capacities over their lifetime, the lodge has a number of internal and nationally recognized awards to bestow upon its members. Please consider nominating Arrowmen for the many different awards offered.

Nominations are due October 1st! Nominate a worthy arrowman here.

ArrowCorps

ArrowCorps 111 is happening on October 21! This will be a one day conservation project, including the construction of an orienteering course, taking place at Camp Parish, with the idea of giving back service to the reservations we love and use in our council. A limited edition flap as well as lunch will be available for those that are registered and willing to participate. Cutoff to sign-up is October 10th. Registration is available here!

Get involved!

Are you interested in social media, event planning, or learning about the lodge structure? Are you interested in serving the lodge as part of the lodge executive committee? Both youth and adults can fill out the form and are encouraged to if you are interested. If you are, please fill out this form to show your interest!

Winter Camp Staff Application

Step back in time and embark on an epic adventure at our thrilling Ice Age: Around the World-themed Winter Camp! The dates for winter camp this year will be December 27th-31st. We are so excited about all the fun activities and events that will be put on by Wa-Hi-Nasa members! If you are interested in staffing this year’s winter camp, fill out an interest form here.

Fall Fellowship

During the weekend of September 15 – 17, over 200 Arrowmen united at Boxwell for a ‘Fast Fall Fellowship.’ During this jam-packed racing-themed weekend, participants had the opportunity to race RC Cars, take their picture with a classic DeLorean, build Hot Wheels racing tracks, work towards Automotive Maintenance merit badge, and have a Pinewood Derby – just to name a few of the activities!

Also at Fall Fellowship the lodge elected the 2024 officer team.Congratulations to our

elected 2024 lodge officers! Lodge Chief- Carson P., Vice Chiefs- Ryan Ham, Brady Goodwin, and Ephraim Rodenbach , Secretary- Emerson Eige, Treasurer- Patrick McClanahan

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NOAC 2024 at the University of Colorado

The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) is the flagship national Order of the Arrow event. It is held every two years at a major university campus and is attended by as many as 8,000 Arrowmen from all 50 states. It is second only to the BSA National Jamboree in size and scope. Next year NOAC will be held at the University of Colorado Boulder from July 29 to August 3, 2024! Interested in joining our contingent? Visit our website here to get more information and to register!

August 2023 eNews

Posted on August 25, 2023August 25, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Fall Fellowship: Wa-Hi-Nascar

Get pumped up and prepared for a racing weekend at Fall Fellowship from September 15th–17th, 2023, at Boxwell Reservation! We’ll offer thrilling activities with a car and racing theme that will surely be enjoyable for everyone. Some highlights are a Saturday Morning Car Show, Automotive Maintenance Training and Relays, RC Car Races, a Pinewood Derby, and Lodge Officer Elections. Registration closes September 10th. If you are a new member inducted in 2023 in either June or August, you can register for $20 off regular! View the Participant Guide and sign-up now here!

ArrowCorps 111

Awards

Wa-Hi-Nasa is proud to recognize its members for their dedication and service to the scouting program and the lodge. From recognizing those who have never held an official position to those who served the lodge in various capacities over their lifetime, the lodge has a number of internal and nationally recognized awards to bestow upon its members. Please consider nominating Arrowmen for the many different awards offered. You can nominate a fellow Arrowman here.

NOAC 2024 at the University of Colorado

Winter Camp 2023: Ice Age Edition

Step back in time and embark on an epic adventure at our thrilling Ice Age: Around the World-themed Winter Camp! The dates for winter camp this year will be December 26th-31st for attending staff. We are so excited about all the fun activities and events that will be put on by Wa-Hi-Nasa members! If you are interested in staffing this year’s winter camp, you can fill out an interest form here.

August Induction Weekend

August Induction Weekend was a great success, the weather threw a curve ball in the schedule, but we organized our events and our ceremonies so that they would make a long-lasting impact on the candidates. We welcomed 101 new members into our lodge and 5 new brotherhood members. Thank you to everyone who served on staff for impacting the next generation of the lodge! Take a look through pictures from this and other lodge events here.

July 2023 eNews

Posted on July 15, 2023July 15, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

August Induction Weekend

Come sign up and consider serving as an Elangomat! The August Induction will be held at Boxwell Reservation on August 4-6. Cost for members is $35 and Elangomat cost is $20. Visit us at the link below to register for the event and sign up to serve on staff.

https://wa-hi-nasa.org/induction/

Vigil Honor Nominations

Those members who consistently go above and beyond for the lodge, council, camp, and Scouting as a whole are awarded the Vigil Honor. Youth and adults alike are eligible to obtain this prestigious honor. A minimum of two years must have passed since the nominee’s Brotherhood ceremony, they must be registered as an active lodge member, and have maintained their volunteer work throughout that time. Nominations are due by the Saturday evening of August Induction on 8/5.

You can submit nominations here.

Fall Fellowship: Wa-Hi-Nascar

Three words. Start. Your. Engines! It’s time for a Fast Fall Fellowship!

From September 16 – 18, 2023 at Boxwell Reservation, get rev’ed up and ready for a racing weekend at Fall Fellowship. We’ll have action packed car and racing themed activities sure to be fun for everyone. Some of the highlights will include: a Saturday Morning Car Show, Automotive Maintenance Training and Relays, RC Car Races, a Pinewood Derby, and Lodge Officer Elections.

This year’s Fall Fellowship is set to be fast and fantastic. Bring your Pinewood Derby car for Saturday night and be ready to race! Register now at https://scoutingevent.com/560-69187

ArrowCorps 111

The lodge is thrilled to invite you to ArrowCorps 111, a remarkable project taking place on October 21st, 2023, at Parish Scout Reservation. This unique initiative offers participants the opportunity to contribute to the construction of an engaging orienteering course while embracing conservation projects. Join us as we build an exciting course that will challenge and inspire, all while fostering a love for nature and creating a deeper understanding of conservation practices.

To learn more and get involved in building the orienteering course and participating in conservation projects with ArrowCorps 111, contact Kenzie Neal and Derek Johnson at ArrowCorps111@wa-hi-nasa.org. Let’s come together to make a positive impact and create an unforgettable experience at one of the Middle Tennessee Council camps: Parish Scout Reservation!

NOAC 2024 at the University of Colorado

New Member Guide

Along with the printed New Member Guide given at June Induction Weekend, there is an online version here. The New Member guide provides information about the order and how you can get further involved in the lodge!

June 2023 eNews

Posted on June 20, 2023June 20, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

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Summer Camp Cracker Barrel’s

Bring your Moon Shoes, feed your Tamagotchi, and head to Wa-Hi-Nasa’s Cracker Barrels at Summer Camp like it’s 1995!

Cracker Barrels will occur each Wednesday night of Summer Camp at the OA Lodge starting at 7pm, June 21, 28, and July 5. They provide opportunities for fellowship and activities while enjoying food and music. Been an Ordeal member for at least 6 months, come out and go through Brotherhood. All currently active lodge members are welcome to attend, no prior registration needed. Not attending Summer Camp but coming out for just the Cracker Barrel, be sure to check in at the Crab when you arrive.

Flying Eagle

The June Induction edition of the Flying Eagle is attached here. The Flying Eagle is the Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge’s newsletter. Please take a look at this issue for some important and interesting Wa-Hi-Nasa news! This issue contains a recap of Conclave Ragnarok at Camp Yocona and Hawaiian-themed Spring Shindig. Also, information on Fall Fellowship, ArrowCorps 111, and Summer Camp Cracker Barrels are included.

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Welcome New Members!

Congratulations to all of our new Arrowmen who were inducted at the June Induction! We are excited to get to know each and every one of you. Be sure to check out our website’s new member portal here, where you can explore how to get connected with our lodge. Also, we hope to see you at an upcoming event so that we can fellowship together!

August Induction Weekend

Do you want to support Wa-Hi-Nasa in a way that you will never forget? Join now to staff the August Induction Weekend. The August Induction will take place from August 4-6 at Boxwell Reservation. To register for the event and to volunteer to be on staff, click the link below. Register early-bird by Sunday 7/9 to save some money!

Vigil Nominations

Nominations for the Vigil Honor are now open!

The Vigil Honor is bestowed upon members of our lodge who show excellence in service towards the lodge, council, camp, and Scouting in general. Youth and adults may be recognized with the Vigil Honor. Eligible nominees must be registered, active members of the lodge who have continued in service to others for a minimum of two years from the date of their Brotherhood ceremony.

If there is a fellow lodge member you would like to nominate, please do so here. Nominations are due by the Saturday of August Induction Weekend (August 5th).

Fall Fellowship

Start your engines Wa-Hi-Nasa, and get ready for Fall Fellowship! There is going to be a race at Boxwell Reservation on September 15th-17th. There are going to be RC cars, a car show, a pinewood derby race, a soapbox car race, and much more! Be sure to get ready to meet our race super fans Dale the Third and Lefty Jr.!

New Members in 2023 – As a new member inducted in 2023, we would like to extend a special offer for you to attend Fall Fellowship for a discounted price!!

The registration link for Fall Fellowship will be live soon. Keep an eye out for further announcements. For additional information on the event please visit here.

May 2023 eNews

Posted on May 16, 2023May 16, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

June Induction Weekend

Do you want to support the lodge in a way that you will never forget? Join now to become an Elangomat! The June Induction will take place from June 3–5 at Boxwell Reservation. The August Induction will take place from August 5 to 7 at Boxwell Reservation as well. To register for the event and to volunteer to be on staff, click the link below.

https://wa-hi-nasa.org/events/induction/

Membership Renewal

Links to renew your membership can be found on the Wa-Hi-Nasa website. Wa-Hi-Nasa offers a ton of incredible activities and events all year long. You can start your journey with wonderful lodge experiences by paying your dues. To pay your dues, click the link below.

https://wa-hi-nasa.org/register/

Boxwell Summer Camp Staff

Do you need a summer job? Joining the Boxwell staff isn’t just a job for the summer. Our staff members are passionate about camp, dedicated to program excellence, and serious about providing the best experience possible for every Scout. When you join us, you join a family of staffers spanning generations.

You must be at least 15 years old by the time of Staff Training Week (June 4th-10th) in order to join staff. View more information about summer camp staffing here.

For more information contact Jason Flannery at jflannery@mtcbsa.org.

Summer Camp Cracker Barrels

Feed your Tamagotchi and grab your Moon Shoes to Wa-Hi-Nasa’s Summer Camp Cracker barrels!

Summer Camp Cracker Barrels take place every Wednesday night for all 4 weeks of Boxwell Summer Camp. They are a time for fellow Order of the Arrow members to come together for games, music, food, and fellowship. This year, the Cracker barrels are all themed to run with the summer camp 90s theme.

There is no sign-up fee or registration required for any of the 4 weeks. All OA members (Including you!) are welcome to attend, even if you are not attending summer camp!

Hope to see you there!

2023 National Jamboree: Operation Arrow

From July 19–28, 2023, the National Jamboree will take place at Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. Anyone interested in Operation Arrow can assist other scouts by working with the Service Corps or the Summit Apex program. Get ready to participate in the 2023 National Jamboree while having fun and making new memories with your fellow Arrowmen by donning your Zesty Blues!

The registration deadline is May 31.

The Calvin Hughes Campership is available to those who require financial assistance to attend national OA programs. Find out more and download the form by visiting https://wa-hi-nasa.org/wp-content/uploads/Calvin-Hughes-OA-Campership-Form.pdf.

Conclave Recap The 2023 E3 Section Conclave: Ragnarok was an absolute blast! The lodge contingent was able to participate in morning training, patch trading, afternoon activities, and the annual Quest games, where our Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge youth won 2nd place while our Lodge Adults won the cornhole tournament and Dutch oven cook-off! We are so happy we were able to see one of our very own Lucas Buckner be elected as our new E3 Section Vice-Chief! We can’t wait to see everyone and how Conclave plays out next year!

April 2023 eNews

Posted on April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

June Induction Weekend Promotion

Are you interested in giving back to the lodge in a way you will never forget? Come sign up to be an Elangomat! The June Induction will be held at Boxwell Reservation on June 3-5. The August Induction also will be at Boxwell Reservation from August 5-7. Visit us at the link below to register for the event and sign up to serve on staff.

https://www.wa-hi-nasa.org/events/induction/

Membership Renewal

Membership renewal links are located on the Wa-Hi-Nasa website! Wa-Hi-Nasa has a lot of amazing events and experiences to enjoy throughout the year! Paying your dues will help you take your first step into awesome lodge experiences! Visit the link below to pay for your dues!

https://www.wa-hi-nasa.org/register/

How to keep OA elections from being a popularity contest

Unit Elections Update

Currently, we have contacted 68% of the units in the council. Unit elections play a crucial role in our Lodge as they bring new members into our order and keep membership up, replacing members that did not previously re-register for the current year.

If you know of any units that have not had an election, please reach out to us at unitelections@wa-hi-nasa.org, or send them to https://wa-hi-nasa.org/unit-elections/ in order to request an election

2023 National Jamboree: Operation Arrow

The National Jamboree will occur at Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia from July 19–28, 2023. Anyone interested in Operation Arrow can work with the Service Corps or the Summit Apex program to support fellow scouts. Prepare to wear your Zesty Blues and help the 2023 National Jamboree in a meaningful way while having fun and creating new memories with your fellow Arrowmen! Sign up at https://oa-bsa.org/jamboree

OA High Adventure: Philmont Trail Crew

There are a certain number of Trail Crew spots available at Philmont. Register right away for the top OA High Adventure experience. Join forces with OA members nationwide, climb exclusive Philmont trails, and take advantage of the cheapest access to a high adventure base. For more information and to register, visit https://registration.oa-bsa.org/Event/1169.

Spring Shindig Recap

Aloha Wa-Hi-Nasa! Spring Shindig was a huge success! We were able to train our Arrowmen in areas such as Chapters, Service, and Leadership through treks and classes! After training, Wa-Hi-Nasa hosted its first chapter vs. chapter competitions in years! Members competed in Hawaiian-themed games like beach volleyball, coconut bowling, and pineapple carving. Congrats once more to Elk River on first place! Elk River received Wa-Hi-Nasa’s belt of glory, but they won’t get to keep it forever. At the end of the day, we hosted the luau!! It was full of congo lines, the limbo, and Pineapple cake! I’m so excited for the year to come!

March 2023 eNews

Posted on March 24, 2023March 24, 2023 by Ethan Morrow

Section E3 Conclave: Ragnarök

From April 21 to 23, Camp Yocona in Mississippi will host Conclave Ragnarök. Participate in the lodge’s yearly Search for the Golden Arrow! The deadline for regular registration is April 19; early bird registration is available until March 29. Registration can be found here.

2023 National Jamboree: Operation Arrow

OA High Adventure: Philmont Trail Crew

The Calvin Hughes Campership is available to those who require financial assistance—request by contacting lodgeadviser@wa-hi-nasa.org.

Chapter Spotlight: At the Kithane 2/8/23 meeting, they celebrated BSA’s 112th birthday! Afterwards, they played Goosechase, a scavenger hunt/challenge-type game that involves taking pictures or recording certain stunts or findings. If you want to see your chapter featured, fill out this form.