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Ask the Chairman - How do we implement the new OA brand guidelines?
Q: Ray, My lodge's flap was recently denied because of the new brand guidelines. What advice do you have for our...
Ask the Chairman - How do I get the OA program restarted in a troop?
Q: Mr. Capp, We are relatively new to a troop with no current OA program. My OA membership dates back to...
Ask the Chairman - What is the proper way to wear the OA sash?
Q: Hi Mr. Capp, I have read several articles concerning this and I can't find anything definitive on the difference between...
Ask the Chairman - What is the role of the national chief within the BSA?
Q: Ray, Outside of the Order of the Arrow, does the national chief (or national vice chief for that matter) have...
Ask the Chairman - Can the OA sash be worn with the Sea Scout uniform?
The information on this page may not reflect the changes to the Order of the Arrow membership requirements effective February...
Ask the Chairman - How was the new national chairman chosen?
Q: Ray, I have heard that there is a transition happening and that the OA will have a new chairman, soon....
Ask the Chairman - Can members choose not to participate in the tests of the Ordeal?
Q: Dear Ray, Is it acceptable for members of a chapter or lodge to not participate in one or more of...
Ask the Chairman - What is Operation Arrow and how do I learn more information about it?
Q: Ray, I've heard a lot of talk about Operation Arrow, but am not sure what the right fit for me...
Ask the Chairman - Why are the JTE gold-level requirements so difficult?
Q: Ray, Why are some of the gold-level requirements for the Journey to Excellence (JTE) program so unfair? I’m a member...