August 15-17, 2025 at Camp Daniel Boone

What is an Ordeal?
   "The induction process, called the Ordeal, is the first step toward full membership in the Order. Upon completion of the Ordeal and its ceremony, the member is expected to strengthen his involvement in the unit and encourage Scout camping."

For Ordeal Candidates, please view the Ordeal Candidate Information page under Resources.

Already an OA member?  Come to the Ordeal and labor with your fellow arrowmen and candidates to help with Camp Daniel Boone.

When should I arrive?

Check-in is from 6:30pm - 7:30pm on Friday Night under the Main Pavilion (Tatham Shelter). Programs are scheduled to begin at 7:30pm. Please eat dinner before you arrive. 

When should I expect to depart?

Check-out is usually around 9:30am - 10:00am on Sunday morning following a brief interfaith worship service. A Lodge Executive Committee Meeting will take place at 10:00am, which all youth are invited to attend. LECMs usually take between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the amount of business to be discussed.

Where will I be staying?

Candidates should be prepared to spend Friday night camping under the stars and will be assigned lodging with other lodge members for Saturday night. Please refer to your candidate letter for more information.

Most lodge members will be staying in staff lodging (Vance, Pisgah, Heaven, Ark & Graham Lodges) subject to availability and assigned based on registration. Campsite cabins may be used for overflow if needed. Each room in the staff lodges typically has 2 sets of bunk beds (4 beds total), lights, and electricity. Mattresses are provided. There are restrooms inside of Vance and Pisgah Lodges, while Heaven, Ark, and Graham Lodges are only a short walk from the staff showers. ​

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Earn your Brotherhood!

Did you do your Ordeal in 2024 or earlier?  If so, then you are eligible to seal your membership in the Lodge by earning your Brotherhood!  See the Brotherhood Candidate Information page for more information.
Parts A&B of the BSA Health form are REQUIRED.
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