Summer Camp Staff

Boxwell needs your help! Are you looking for a summer job? Do you want to staff summer camp? Well now is the time to sign up! There are plenty of places to staff, whether it’s in Cubworld, Stahlman, or Craig! Spots are open, don’t forget to register at https://www.mtcbsa.org/campstaffopportunity

Summer Camp Cracker Barrels

We are so excited to get things kicked off in just a couple weeks at our Boxwell summer camp Order the Arrow Cracker Barrel nights!

We’ll be singing Christmas Carols every Wednesday night at 7:45 pm at the OA Lodge. And we’re bringing back ICE CREAM!!

We cannot wait to see you all there and to fellowship among other OA members from all around the country!!

Camp Promotions

Attention, lodge members! Has your unit gone on an awesome adventure that you’d love to share for more scouts to enjoy? The Camp Promotions Team would be thrilled to receive your input regarding our “Where to Go Scouting Guide.” This guide aims to offer chapters and units with camping and outdoor activity opportunities. Please complete the Where To Go Scouting Guide to share information about your camping and adventure opportunities.

August Induction Weekend

Staffing induction weekend is a meaningful way to provide service to the lodge and engage with new members. There are many different areas to serve in such as kitchen, service crew, member crew, elangomat, and ceremonies. There truly is an area for everyone to serve in. Our next and final induction will be August Induction Weekend taking place from 8/9 – 8/11. Registration is open now! 

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

Vigil Honor Nominations

The Vigil Honor is bestowed upon members who show excellence in service towards the lodge, council, camp, and Scouting. Any Lodge member may submit a nomination to any other eligible member. It is Important that members consider nominating someone this year. Vigil requires a minimum of 2 years of service after the date of their Brotherhood ceremony. Please submit nominations by 6pm Saturday of August Induction Weekend. Fill out nominations here. Any questions please contact vigil@wa-hi-nasa.org. 

Winter Camp Staff Interest Form

Want to staff winter camp? Now is the time to fill out your winter camp staff interest form. The theme this year is Galactic Frontier. All OA members are eligible to serve on staff. Applicants will be contacted to confirm their service after completing application.

For more information go to https://wa-hi-nasa.org/events/winter-camp/. For the interest form click here. With any questions please contact wintercamp@wa-hi-nasa.org.

Section E3 Conclave Recap

The 2024 E3 Section Conclave 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 participated in fun games such as 9 square, a puzzle relay race, and tug-of-war. We are so happy we were able to see one of our very own Hannah Neal be elected as our new E3 Section Vice-Chief! We can’t wait to see everyone and how Conclave plays out next year!

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. 

Sign up at https://oa-bsa.org/jamboree

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!