Smoke Signals
Quarterly Newsletter of Lowwapaneu Lodge 191
Online Edition ~ Winter 2018
Download the Winter 2018 Edition HERE!
Brothers of Lowwapaneu Lodge,
As each year goes by in Lowwapaneu Lodge we keep building off what came before us to make the lodge better. Throughout our history there is one key factor that is present every year that motivates us. This key element is Wimachtendienk or Brotherhood. This is what our 2018 theme “We Are Brothers” is all about. Working together as Brothers to make this year one that is full of comradery and success.
Yet, there’s still one key piece missing: YOU! This success can only be obtained with YOUR participation. As Lodge Officers, we hope to make significant strides towards a Brotherhood that really embraces the ideals of Cheerfulness and Service. In addition, we hope to maintain the rich customs and traditions that make Lowwapaneu Lodge unique.
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Another new year has started with some new Officers, Advisors and Youth Chairmen.
We have just completed a very successful Lodge Leadership Development training for 2018 and set the Lodge goals for the coming year. The goals are all very attainable and will make the Lodge stronger. To attain our goals though, we need you! Come out and join a Committee, attend an event come become ACTIVE.
We have a great year planned including an exciting trip to the National Order of the Arrow Conference being held at Indiana University at Bloomington. We have started a stand by-list and have requested more youth slots.
It looks like a very promising year as we strive to continue our positive growth and earn Gold Journey to Excellence status for the Lodge.
In the W.W.W.
Mr. Croom
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Fellow brothers, A few weeks ago on January 14th , the officers, chairmen, and advisors convened and discussed various types of leadership roles and ways to implement them as leaders in the lodge. I hope anyone that attended utilizes these skills effectively. If anyone would like to attend next year, speak to one of the officers to become a chairmen or co-chairmen.
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For those who don’t know, NLS, or National Leadership Seminar is a weekend training in leadership and communication designed for members of the OA. I am looking forward to attending NLS this year and expanding my leadership skills, especially in matters of the Lodge and our Order. I hope to bring back to our lodge new ideas and skills that can be used to improve our program here in Lowwapaneu Lodge.
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Brothers,
This summer a contingent from Lowwapaneu Lodge will represent us at the National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC). This event is usually biannually. This year NOAC will be held at Indiana University, from July 30th-August 4th. This event is full of training, fellowship, patches, and amazing shows. This year’s NOAC will be centered on the theme “Decide Your Destiny”. I am looking for-ward to a great summer!
For members of our 2018 contingent stay tuned for more information and for our Brothers who want to learn more do not hesitate to reach out so you can attend the next NOAC.
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As you may or may not know the time for unit elections is here. This is our chance to give the opportunity to scouts to become candidates in our Order. It's also the first impression Lodge for many scouts, and is a chance to shed some light onto what goes on within the OA. Even if you were hesitant before about signing up for this committee but have since you decided you would like to help out with elections you can contact Jake Clancy in Dan Beard district or Alex Mykulyn in Two Mountains. With your help we can ensure that those who are willing to accept the responsibilities of our Order get the chance, so that we can grow into a larger and stronger lodge to ultimately better serve our members.
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Brothers,
If you did not know, two of my favorite events are happening the third weekend of April. Earth Day (which is practically Christmas day for me), and Fellowship weekend, and only one of those events could bring you Fun, Food, and Fellowship. Those three ideals can be achieved at this year’s fellowship weekend! This fantastic 2 day event will take place on April 20th and 21st at Camp Acahela. The Activities Committee is currently planning a theme for this weekend. The food committee is also carving up one spectacular menu. Also, the Elangomat committee will be holding their yearly training. There will be feasts, games, drumming, and most importantly, a morning of cheerful service. We will be working on various projects in order to get Camp Acahela all ready for the summer months. But don’t take my word for it, Jimmy Bianchi, a member of troop 132 and a brotherhood member of our lodge says “It (Fellowship Weekend) is literally the best event of the whole year. It is the best thing since sliced bread!”
Furthermore, did you know that this event is also one of three times for Ordeal members to seal their bonds in Brotherhood. Do not be a “sash and dasher”, come out to see what Lowwapaneu Lodge is all about! Only ONE thing could make this event even better, YOU! So the question stands, will YOU be at fellowship weekend? Will YOU seal your bonds in Brotherhood? And finally, will YOU experience one of the best weekends?
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