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Introducing the 2026 National Officers
During the Order of the Arrow's national planning meeting, section chiefs from across the nation elected the 2026 national officers. These officers exemplify the high ideals of the Scouting, representing over one million Scouts nationally and directly overseeing Operation Arrow at the 2026 national Jamboree.
Preparing the Summit Circle for the 2026 National Jamboree
Hidden in the forest to the east of Base Camp Alpha at the Summit Bechtel Reserve is a monument to the founding of the OA, the Summit Circle. This site is home to elements of the historic Treasure Island Circle, and has served as a place of reflection for Arrowmen during national events. As the Summit prepares to welcome thousands of Scouts and Scouters for the 2026 National Jamboree, a team of Arrowmen has been working behind the scenes to prepare the site and ensure it’s safe and accessible to welcome Arrowmen this summer.
Campfire Chat Recap
In case you missed it, the 2026 Campfire Chat offered Arrowmen an update on what to expect as we look ahead to the coming year. Led by the 2026 National Chief Joshua Nero and joined by the National Chair Chris Grove and Member Journey Subcommittee Chair David Heimann, the Campfire Chat provided an overview of the Operation Arrow program and the rollout of the new Inductions Experience.
Brotherhood Forged in Lodge Mergers
When going through a lodge merger, one of the most important aspects of the process is to decide upon a suitable, appropriate lodge name. Two lodges who went through a council merger—Ofi’ Tohbi Lodge and Eternal Flame Lodge—both had different, yet extremely effective methods of finding lodge names that were significant and culturally relevant to their respective areas. Both lodges had to bring together different cultures and traditions, but had to find a single name to tie everyone together.
