Candidates,
Congratulations on your election to the Order of the Arrow! Your selection by the Scouts in your troop is an honor, and we look forward to your participation in our Lodge. To become a member of the Coosa Lodge of the Order of the Arrow, you must complete the induction process called the Ordeal. Your Unit Leader should have all the information you need. To register for an Induction Weekend, you can find the registration information at this link. Below is a list of instructions to make your Ordeal a success.
1. No dinner will be served on Friday, so please eat before you arrive at camp.
2. You will need a photocopy of your current BSA physical form parts A & B at registration, so please have it ready when you arrive. Please bring a photocopy so that you will not need to have it returned to you after the Ordeal.
3. You should bring the following items. You should not need any additional supplies.
a. Sturdy work clothes and gloves (long pants, long shirt, etc.)
b. BSA Field Uniform (aka “Class A”)
c. Sleeping bag
d. Small tarp or groundcloth
e. water bottle
f. toiletries
g. rain gear
h. tent
i. Scout pocketknife
j. bug spray and/or sunscreen
k. a small daypack to carry your supplies during the Ordeal
l. Medical necessities
Please Note:
-The weekend will conclude at around 10 AM on Sunday morning. Please be prepared to remain in camp until then.
-The Coosa Lodge Trading Post, complete with Lodge memorabilia, shirts, caps, jackets, etc., will be available after the Saturday night ceremony. You may purchase items with cash or a credit card.
Congratulations once again on being elected to be a member of the Order of the Arrow! We look forward to meeting you during an upcoming Induction Weekend.