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Policy Updates

Order of the Arrow 2025-2027 Business Plan

In early November, the National Order of the Arrow Committee approved a new Business Plan to guide the national organization’s...

New Scouting America Event Clothing Guidelines

Recently, Scouting America updated clothing guidelines to assist youth and adult leaders in delivering their programs. As a program of...

Scouting America Youth Protection Updates

Recently, Scouting America updated and clarified policies within Youth Protection and the Barriers to Abuse that address questions about sleeping...

Announcing the OA's New Vision, Mission, and Purpose

Arrowmen,At NOAC, we shared with you the mission and purpose of the Order of the Arrow. These were approved unanimously...

Age 18-20 Policy Updates

Scouting America has recently released new policies regarding Scouts who are between 18 and 20 years old....

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...