2022 Fall Barton Induction Weekend
The Fall Induction weekend will be held on November 12, 2022 at Camp Barton. This event will be part virtual and part in person. On November 11th candidates will take part in a virtual pre-ordeal ceremony at their own home. Then on November 12th candidates and Lodge members will gather at 9AM for a day of cheerful service starting at Taughannock Falls State Park and finishing at Camp Barton. We will conclude the induction by 5 PM at Camp Barton. This is a great opportunity for very busy Scouts to finally join us.
COST
The cost for an Ordeal Candidate is $60.00. This includes the cost of food, OA Sash, OA Handbook, Lodge Pocket Flap and 2022-2023 membership fees (2022 has been prorated).
Brotherhood (dues paid) $25.00
Brotherhood (+ dues) $50.00
Brother $10.00
Saturday Diner (non members) $10.00
LATE FEE if $10.00 will be applied to all registrations after November 8 2022.
Times: The Pre Ordeal will be conducted Virtually on Friday Evening. A link will be sent to each scout with additional instructions a day before the event (November 10th). On November 12, 2022 all candidates will report to the Taughannock Falls State Park (Main Parking Lot near the Lake Front) at 9 AM to help with the Lodges Adopt-A-Highway Program. The scouts will then be transported back to Camp Barton for remaining part of the Day. We will be holding the Ordeal Ceremony at approximately 3 PM. Family members are welcome to come to see your Scout inducted into the Order of the Arrow. Following the Induction Ceremony we will be having dinner with some brief remarks. The event will end around 5PM. If you have any questions please email Mr. Miller at sakimadgm@gmail.com.
Equipment (PLEASE MARK ALL ITEMS CLEARLY WITH YOUR NAME)
Wear or carry with you on arrival Saturday Morning:
- Boots or heavy work shoes
- Long Pants
- Long Sleeve shirt or Jacket
- Any personal medication
- BSA Health Form
Pack in a backpack:
- Extra clothes
- Poncho/raincoat
- Scout uniform
- Work gloves
NO FOOD, SHEATH KNIVES OR TOBACCO PRODUCTS ARE ALLOWED.
****NOTE: YOU MUST ATTEND A LODGE INDUCTION WEEKEND WITHIN ONE YEAR OF BEING ELECTED INTO THE ORDER OF THE ARROW. IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLETE THE INDUCTION IN A YEAR, YOU WILL HAVE TO BE RE-ELECTED BY YOUR PEERS.
****You may wish to bring additional money to purchase items at the Lodge Trading Post which will be open following the induction ceremony.
****NOTE**** If your dues are paid AND YOUR ARE A MEMBER and you wish to serve as an Elangomat please click here
We are very excited to welcome you into the National Honor Society of the Boy Scouts of America. Through cheerful service and a dedication to our fellowman we strive to live out the Scout Oath and Law to the fullest. WELCOME!