Policy Updates
Performance Measurement Program Changes
Dear all,Our OA lodges around the country work hard each year to deliver incredible programs, service, and impact to Scouting...
American Indian Activities in the Order of the Arrow at 2024 NOAC
As the OA continues to expand its membership into more diverse communities, we continue to put our mission and purpose...
Order of the Arrow National Updates for 2023
Last month, section chiefs from around the country attended the National Planning Meeting, which included the Campfire Chat, where our...
Ordeal Ceremony Revision Announcement
Following a thorough review process, the National Order of the Arrow Committee has approved an update to Ceremony for the...
OA Temporary Camping Requirement Changes
Feedback from our lodge leaders indicates that existing requirements will substantially limit the number of Scouts that will be eligible...
Short-Term Camp NCAP Classification
Due to changes in the BSA's National Camp Accreditation Program (NCAP) standards, all lodge and chapter overnight events that are...
Reemerging from COVID-19: Membership Retention Incentives
A major focus of our Reemerging from COVID-19 initiatives centers on membership. Our priority has been to concentrate on ensuring...
Guidelines for Conducting Virtual Lodge Officer Elections
Many times, difficult situations lead to innovative solutions. COVID-19 has given lodges across the country the tough decision of whether...
Induction Guidance to Lodges Under COVID-19 Restrictions (Virtual Inductions)
New guidelines have been issued to provide lodges in areas under COVID-19 restrictions to proceed with induction events....
Increasing Induction of Adult Unit Leaders
We’ve made some key changes to the process by which adults can be selected by the lodge adult selection committee....
Temporary Camping Night Policy Due to COVID-19
In light of the extended period of camping restrictions attributable to COVID-19, following temporary modifications are being made to the...
Virtual Unit Elections and Induction Date Extension
The National OA Director has approved lodges to hold virtual unit elections until further notice. Due to the cancellation of...