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The National Order of the Arrow is offering you an opportunity to join Arrowmen from across the country in cheerful service and the formation of lasting brotherhood on the pristine US/Canadian Boundary Waters. Under the direction of the United States Forest Service, experienced Charles L. Sommers staff members with strong Order of the Arrow backgrounds will lead participants on a two week voyage into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). The program is a fourteen-day experience inspired by the traditions of the French and Canadian Voyageurs who ventured the northern wilderness during the 1700-1800's. Traveling thousands of miles by water and portage, these Voyageurs were hired to haul goods and furs to trade with Native Americans and Europeans. In the spirit of these adventurers, Arrowmen will embark on a voyage that is twofold. One-half of the OA Northern Tier Wilderness Voyage focuses on portage trail and campsite maintenance within the Boundary Waters. The remaining expedition is spent on a canoeing adventure that is planned and chosen by the participants in the program. In other words, each crew plans their own voyage! However, the program is not simply portage trail work, camping, and canoeing. The OA Northern Tier Wilderness Voyage is ultimately a journey that challenges Scouts mentally, physically, and spiritually. • Be at least 16 years old the day your program begins, but not yet 21 by its conclusion. *No exceptions can be made to these requirements. This program is voluntary and selection for the Order of the Arrow Northern Tier Wilderness Voyage is both an honor and a privilege. OA Wilderness Voyage Application Form
 The Order of the Arrow is offering you an opportunity to join other Arrowmen in cheerful service and the formation of lasting brotherhood on the trails of Philmont Scout Ranch. Under the direction of the Philmont Conservation Department, experienced Philmont staff members with strong Order of the Arrow backgrounds will lead participants on the two week trail crew and trek. The program is a fourteen day experience. The first week focuses on trail construction and maintenance under the guidance of Philmont trail crew foremen. The second week is a seven day backpacking trek that is designed by the participants. The program is not simply building trail and hiking though, the OA Trail Crew is ultimately a journey that challenges Scouts mentally, physically, and spiritually. Trail building is tough. The worksite experience is full of long, strenuous days requiring a great deal of physical effort. Participants are expected to work with great diligence as the trail that is being built is designed to last over 75 years and protect the beautiful landscape of Philmont Scout Ranch. Other than trail building techniques, Scouts will strengthen their leadership skills, learn advanced wilderness and low-impact camping skills, observe and participate in group wilderness safety, good judgment, and motivation activities, and receive special OA instruction. The project's mission is to maintain, reinforce, and enhance the purpose of the Order of the Arrow by using Scout camping traditions. Participants are expected to use their experience to benefit their troop, chapter, lodge and council programs. Camping is a method of Scouting that enhances and builds stronger programs and people. • Be at least 16 years old the day your program begins, but not 21 by its conclusion. *No exceptions can be made to these requirements. Selection for this program is competitive and is both an honor and a priviledge. OA Trail Crew Application Form
 The Order of the Arrow Ocean Adventure is a unique opportunity to experience the programs at the Florida Sea Base, while providing a new type of service to the Atlantic Ocean. In a two-week period, participants will complete PADI SCUBA certification, as well as interact with undersea wildlife like no other Scouts do. The second week of OAOA is spent using the SCUBA certification to its fullest extent. Participants will spend their time taking wildlife samples in the Florida Keys, performing island restoration and other meaningful projects to the surrounding area. To attend the Order of the Arrow Ocean Adventure program, you must meet the following requirements: • Every participant must be at least 16 years of age by the day your program starts, but not yet 21 by its conclusion • Participants must also be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America and an Order of the Arrow Lodge • Every participant must also complete a BSA Class 3 Medical evaluation and be able to pass the BSA Swim Test. Participants weighing over 300 pounds will not be allowed to participate Scuba Requirements: Participation in the Sea Base SCUBA Certification Program requires five forms. The PADI RSTC Medical Statement form outlines the “Medical constraints for SCUBA diving;” the Sea Base Class III Medical Statement; the Sea Base SCUBA waiver form; PADI Statement of Understanding; and the PADI Liability Release form. The RSTC medical statement should be reviewed thoroughly by participants, their parents or legal guardian and the physicians performing the medical examination. All of these forms will be provided upon acceptance into the program. All forms must be filled out in full and signed by the participant, legal guardian, and the physician prior to the participant’s start date. OAOA Application Form More information about any national program not seen here is available on the National Order of the Arrow Website. |
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