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Ask the Chairman - Video Materials

Q: Mike, I am the chapter adviser for a district in the Sam Houston Area Council in Texas. At next week’s...

Ask the Chairman - Brotherhood Never Awarded

Q: Mike, I feel I met the Brotherhood requirements as a youth, but was never "advanced" to Brotherhood. Is there some...

Ask the Chairman - OA Sashes

Q: Hello Mike,...

Ask the Chairman - Membership Records

Q: Hello Brother Mike! In my position as a chapter adviser I was recently approached by a Scoutmaster to ask if...

Ask the Chairman - Ordeal Guests/Parents

Q: Hello Mike, I was wondering if there is any specific policy regarding having non-member guests and parents attend an Ordeal...

Ask the Chairman - Rule of Order

Q: Mike, Thank you for taking my question. My lodge has a different opinion than the national guidelines regarding the wearing...

Ask the Chairman - Ordeals at Other Locations Besides Scout Camps

Q: Hello Mike, I was wondering if Ordeals can only be held at Scout camps, or if they can be held...

Ask the Chairman - Vigil Selection Committee

Dear Mr. Chairman My name is Joseph. My lodge is currently deciding its next Vigil Honor selection chairman. However, an issue...