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The Warped Wheel
I am sure that, at one time or another, every Arrowman has
ridden a bicycle. As you know, the smoothness of the ride is
dependent on the shape of the wheels and how the shape of the
wheel is perfectly rounded. If, for any reason, the wheel is off balance,
the ride will not be smooth. If you loosen five or six adjoining spokes
on a bicycle wheel, it will warp out of shape so that it no longer makes
a true circle. Soon after this occurs, you’re offing to experience a
bumpy ride.
An Arrowman’s character is something like a bike wheel. The
spokes are a series of guidelines that we in both the lodge and
Scouting as a whole. These guidelines are meant to help us though the
year to stay straight and true. Some of these guidelines are based on
the Scout Oath and Scout Law. As Arrowmen, we are recognized as
those who exemplify the Oath and Law in our daily lives. If you get
loose and sloppy on any point of the scout law, the result will be the
same as loosening the spokes on a bike wheel. This not only affects
you personally, but also has an impact on our lodge. Your personality,
as well as the lodge’s, will be warped and out of shape.
One way to stay true to yourself and the lodge is to see that
your observation of the Scout Oath and Scout Law are always
foremost in your mind. When doubts creep in and you’re tempted to
violate the Oath or one of the points of the Law, think about that
warped, out of shape bike wheel and remember that you can help to
make a difference. Resolve to live up to the ideals of Scouting, which
you have been recognized for.
As a member of the lodge, we are all spokes in the wheel that
make the lodge move. It is up to each of us to determine if the ride
will be smooth or bumpy. I look forward to working together to
experience a fun and successful year.
Mike Bliss
The Firebird Lo La’Qam Geela Lodge
Order of the Arrow - Crater Lake Council Serving Northern California, Central, and Southern Oregon
Volume XII Issue I
2011
Lodge Executive Committee:
Lodge Chief Joe Collins
Vice Cheifs Programs
Taylor McPeek [email protected]
Activities DJ Samuelson
Ceremonies Aaron Dodds
Secretary Dak Kanner
Treasurer Mike Goswick
Lodge Advisor Mike Bliss
Associate Advisors Adviser to Programs VC
<Position Available>
Adviser to Activities VC Jim Dow
Adviser to Ceremonies VC Shane Doran
Adviser to Secretary James Wilson
Lodge Staff Professional Thomas Strickland
Supreme Chief of the Fire Kevin Patterson
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Chapter Notes
Amangi Kuwe (Big Pines District) -
Meetings: Third Thursday of the month at 7pm, United Methodist Church (rm 205) at 607 W. Main Street, Medford
Chapter Chief: Aaron Dodds - 541-282-4886 - [email protected] Chapter Adviser: Denise Blocher - 541-482-6891 - [email protected] Chapter Associate Adviser: Jim Dow – [email protected]
DaGelMa (Roaring Rogue District) -
Meetings: First Thursday of the month at 7 pm, LDS Church on Savage Street, Grants Pass
Chapter Chief: Darrick Samuelson - 541-660-2660 - [email protected] Chapter Adviser: Tom Brownell - [email protected]
Hyas Lamonte (Fremont District) -
Hi I'm Ross Grant, the new Hyas Lamonte Chapter Chief. Currently, we don't have a ceremonies team or even a group at the monthly meetings, and I hope to change that. Every meeting we are planning to do something fun. Some meetings will be game nights, while the majority of the meetings will be making or learning cool stuff about Native Americans like making arrows or regalia. Hope to see you there!
Meetings: Second Thursday of the month at 7 pm, LDS Church at 15th and Knott Road, Bend
Chapter Chief: Ross Grant - 541-588-0314 Chapter Adviser: Position open Chapter Associate Adviser: Sue Grant - [email protected] Chapter Associate Adviser: Jan Bisset - 541-382-6560 - [email protected]
Klamath Chapter (Klamath District) -
Meetings: Third Thursday of the month at 7pm, Peace Memorial Church, Klamath Falls
[email protected] Chief: Matt Boese - 541-273-9579 - Chapter Adviser: Ken Goswick - 541-281-5554 - [email protected]
Warner Mountain (Alturas, Lakeview, and surrounding area) -
Meetings: Scheduled from month to month.
Chapter Chief: Matt Froeming - 530-233-2798 Chapter Adviser: Robert Haggard - 530-233-3991 - [email protected]
Siskiyou (Northern California along I-5) -
Meetings: Scheduled from month to month.
Chapter Chief: Position open Chapter Staff Adviser: Sue Ward - 541-474-5699 - [email protected]
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Calendar of Events
Are Your Dues Up To Date?
The Firebird is being sent to all who have been registered with Lo La’Qam Geela
Lodge since 2008, whether you’re current in your dues or not.
Consider this an invitation to get involved again, especially if you are a Vigil member.
Don’t let your tenure in the Order of the Arrow end now.
If you are an Arrowman that takes pride in wearing your sash and lodge flap,
it’s time to pay your dues for 2010.
Just like the BSA National office, OA National requires a yearly fee
to be an active member.
If you haven’t paid your dues, it’s time to do so.
Date
April 21
June 3-5
June 10-12
August 26-28
September 9-11
September 23-25
November 18-20
November 18-20
Event
Chapter Elections Done By This Date
Ordeal
Ordeal
Ordeal
Section-Wide Conclave
Ordeal
National Leadership Seminar
National Lodge Advisor Training
Location
Camp Makualla
Camp McLoughlin
Camp Makualla
Camp Baker
Camp McLoughlin
Portland, OR
Portland, OR
For the most current calendar, you can visit:
http://tinyurl.com/LoLa-Calendar
or scan this image with your smartphone’s barcode app:
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In the Land of Fire
“Fifteen blazes led you to us, but the trail that you have followed becomes rougher, steeper, fainter. You will need a brighter fire.” - Nutiket
Have you ever stopped to think about what this means? Perhaps unless you have portrayed Nutiket in the pre-Ordeal ceremony, then you haven’t given much thought to this. We know what the fifteen blazes represent. Think about what Nutiket means when he says that those blazes led you to the pre-Ordeal ceremony. What does he mean when he says that the path becomes more difficult? What is the brighter fire he refers to, and how will it help you over this treacherous terrain?
Nutiket is not saying that you should abandon the fifteen blazes and opt instead for a brighter fire. Instead, you should continue to use the fifteen blazes to assist you on your path. However, they won’t be enough. Have you experienced a time since your induction when the trail has become a bit rougher? Perhaps there were forks in the road, and you needed a guiding light to help you safely discern the right path from the wrong one. The fifteen blazes are there to help you.
Think about these things the next time you watch a ceremony. What words resonate with you? How can you make the fire brighter?
Our New Google Group We are proud to announce that Lo La’Qam
Geela has set up a Google Group that makes sending announcements much more convenient and easy. We will be able to send you updates about upcoming events and information.
The group can be found at http://groups.google.com/group/lola491 or by using the smartphone barcode to the right.
Founder’s Award Winners
The Founder’s Award is a solid bronze
medallion with the likeness of the OA’s
founders, E. Urner Goodman and Carroll A.
Edson, on the front. It can be given to up to two
members of our lodge per year for unselfish
service above and beyond their normal duties to
the lodge. This year’s recipients are John Krazcyk
and Mike Goswick.
John Krazcyk has been an integral part
of Lo La’Qam Geela for quite some time. Not
only has he been a lodge advisor for 15 years,
but also is the Council Vice President, and is a
dedicated Arrowman.
Mike Goswick is a youth member who
has proven himself to be a hardworking and
dedicated member not just as an OA member,
but by taking the position of lodge treasurer.
Congratulations to the
Silver Beaver Recipients
The Silver Beaver is an award given to those who
implement the Scouting program and perform
community service through hard work, self-
sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service.
Two members of our lodge were chosen to be
given the Silver Beaver:
Lynda Churchill
A committee member of Troop 24 - chosen for
being an exemplary volunteer.
Bruce Mimnaugh
The Charter Organization Representative for
Troop 22 - chose for being an outstanding
scouter.
The other recipients are Suzie Abbott, Juan
“Sarge” Gallegos, Douglas Robbins, and Robert
Steven St. Clair.
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Update to the a Troop/Team Representative Program
The Order of the Arrow Troop/Team Representative program is a great way to bridge the
gap between units, the Chapter, and the Lodge. Each unit should have a youth Arrowman serving
as Troop/Team Representative to carry information from the unit to the OA, and vice-versa.
Chapters and Lodges with low Troop/Team Representative participation can consider encouraging
units to participate to help fulfill important aspects of the local strategic plan and quest for Quality
Lodge recognition.
Now, more than ever, the Troop/Team Representative is at the height of its effectiveness.
The National Order of the Arrow Committee has recently tailored the program's focus to meet the
needs and goals of units, Chapters, Lodges, and Councils. The duties of the Troop/Team
Representative are now more specific and in harmony with a focus on service. Several of the
additions are highlighted here. A Troop/Team Representative should:
• Make at least one high adventure presentation to the unit annually
• Coordinate the Ordeal induction process for newly elected candidates
• Participate in unit members’ paths to Brotherhood
• Lead community service projects for the unit
• Advocate environmental stewardship and Leave No Trace camping
A complete list of duties is located online at http://www.oa-bsa.org/programs/ttr/. The
website also includes links to resources a Troop/Team Representative can use when
assisting with a unit election. With these new refinements in place, the OA Troop/Team
Representative program will continue to serve its integral function as a way to enhance
the experience of youth in the Order of the Arrow. The program also aims to
help communications among the unit, Chapter, and Lodge thrive. Use the
opportunity now to take your unit, Chapter, or Lodge to the next level by making
involvement in the Troop/Team Representative program a priority!
Smartphone barcode
link to the list of
representative’s
duties and resources.
High Adventure Scouting The summer of 2011 is quickly approaching. The National Order of the Arrow and BSA High Adventure
Programs are again offering great opportunities for Youth Arrowmen. Through these programs Scouts will
provide cheerful service and share a unique brotherhood experience.
Each High Adventure camp is offering a 14 day course. The first week is dedicated to helping the camp and
the second week is spent doing whichever activity the camp is specialized in. There are still openings at:
Northern Tier (Campsite/trail maintenance; Canoeing Adventure)
Philmont Scout Ranch (Trail maintenance/construction; Backpacking)
OAWV: Canadian Odyssey (Trail maintenance/construction; 90 mile Canoe Trip)
For more information or to apply, visit http://adventure.oa-bsa.org/
The Firebird Volume XII, Issue I
Lo La’Qam Geela “The Land of Fire”
Crater Lake Council, BSA 3039 Hanley Rd Central Point, OR 97502
In This Edition: 2011 Calendar of Lodge Events
Chapter Updates
Lodge Membership Renewal
High Adventure Opportunities
Founder’s Award Recipients
Silver Beaver Recipients
Links: Lo La’Qam Geela’s Website:
www.craterlakecouncil.org/oa
National Order of the Arrow’s Website: www.oa-bsa.org