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Ask the Chairman - Can a Scout be elected to the OA if he is moving and leaving the unit?
Q. Ray, A Scout in my troop is eligible for election to the OA, and is moving within the next two...
Ask the Chairman - Can a Vigil name be changed after the nomination petition is submitted?
Q. Dear Ray, I was debating whether or not I would be willing to be a Vigil guide for a friend...
Ask the Chairman - Must all ceremony sites be ADA compliant?
Q. Greetings Ray, There seems to be the impression among members of our lodge that, due to the Americans with Disabilities...
2015 Report to the Nation
From February 27-March 3, a delegation of Scouts representing all programs within the Boy Scouts of America will travel to...
Ask the Chairman - Can the OA sash be worn with the BSA activity uniform?
Q. Hello Ray, The OA handbook indicates a member can wear the OA sash at OA functions or serving in an...
Ask the Chairman - When will female Venturers be allowed to join the OA?
The information on this page may not reflect the changes to the Order of the Arrow membership requirements effective February...
Ask the Chairman - Is there a proper way to wear the OA cufflinks?
Q. Mr. Chairman, I was gifted some OA cufflinks and want to be sure I am wearing them correctly! What is...
Ask the Chairman - Can Cub Scout camping count for the camping requirement for adult membership?
Q. Ray, Does time spent camping as a Cub Scout leader meet the adult requirements for OA membership? Someone could have...
Ask the Chairman - Is there a recommended timeline for the selection of the Vigil Honor?
Q: Ray, Our lodge chief has inquired about the frequency of Vigil nominations within the lodge. The guide says once per...