OA History
In 1966, a new DSA ribbon was replaced
What was was a white ribbon with four embroidered red arrows on each side?
During the Pre-Ordeal Ceremony he shoots the arrow.
Who is Kichkinet?
The OA's motto
What Is "Brotherhood of Cheerful Service"?
When asked “For what?” with regard to this motto of the Boy Scouts, Robert Baden-Powell said, “Why, for any old thing.”
What is Be Prepared?
To help finance the annual operations of the ranch Philmont
What was the Philtower Building in Tulsa?
the National Executive Committee became
What is the National OA Committee?
Lenni Lenape or Delaware Indian traditions
What tribe is the Order of the Arrow based on?
There are three times it is appropriate to wear the OA sash
What are the OA Events, Special Scouting Functions, When Representing the OA?
promoting inclusivity and LGBTQ rights in the Boy Scouts,
What is “Scouts for Equality?
To qualify for a Bugling merit badge, a Scout must know 15 calls, including this one sounded at the end of the day.
What is Taps?
Carroll A Edspn Vigil Name
What is Ahowapowit, “The Strong”.
Wingolauchsik
What is the word for “Cheerfulness?
The year the BSA Executive board officially integrated the OA into the Scouting movement.
What is 1948?
the first chief to wear the National bonnet
Who was Joseph A. Brunton, Jr.?
From the French for summoning, it’s the practice of a Scout safely lowering himself down a mountainside.
What is rappelling?
National award for either non-Scouters or Scouters who are not members of the Order of the Arrow.
What is the Red Arrow Award?
Encircle a large tree, scale a steep bank, and place a bundle of twigs on the Council Fire.
What were the three lessons of the first "Ordeal" ceremony?
The first recipients given the DSA at a celebration
What was the 25th anniversary of the Order in 1940 national meeting?
the first recipients to receive the new DSA ribbon during their presentation
What was the 1967 DSA class?
In 1907, the first four groups in this organization started in England were the Bulls, the Wolves, the Curlews & the Ravens.
What are the Boy Scouts?
made sure that American Indian culture had a significant role in the BSA.
Who was Ernest Thompson Seton?
The names of the principals used in OA ceremonies need not be changed based on the gender of the youth.
What are the rules for Female Youth in OA Ceremonies?
created the new design that featured an American Indian on the OA logo
Who is DSA recipient Michael Feigenbaum?
to help Scouts learn about the diverse identities we each possess, understand different perspectives and experiences, and promote good citizenship in society,
What is the Citizenship in Society merit badge?
This was once a braided cord worn by Boy Scouts; it’s now a wasteful project that often involves graft.
What is a boondoggle?