Unali’Yi Lodge 2025 Spring Induction

Dear Brothers,

I hope everyone is  doing well. Our Spring Induction, a significant event for our lodge, is right around the corner! Our induction weekend will be held May 16-18 at  Camp Ho Non Wah. Check-in for this function will be held in the Trading Post  from 5:00-7:00 pm on Friday.  Complete Field Uniform (Class A and OA Sash) is required for Friday Check-in and activities for the evening. Dinner will be served Friday at 6:00 pm for all registered members.

Be sure to bring the following items with you:  tent, sleeping bag, work clothes, work gloves, water bottle, change of clothes, weekend camping gear, and a completed copy of Medical Form only Parts A & B. This form is required for participation in lodge activities and is crucial for us to ensure your safety and well-being during the event. Please turn it in at registration. Look for additional tools needed for the induction in lodge e-blasts before the weekend.  Please help us by being an example of cheerful service for those completing their induction by getting involved in work projects and lodge activities throughout the weekend!

Brothers, I want to stress the importance of the Early Bird deadline for May 9. Registering before this date not only secures your spot but also allows you to enjoy a discount on the lodge function fee.  Online Registration will also be available on the council website. If there are brothers who did not receive this letter or registration form, please direct them to Site236.com for registration information. Let's not miss out on this opportunity to be part of a memorable weekend of service and camaraderie.

This weekend holds immense importance. It's the collective effort, of each and every one of us, that will transform our camp into a place of joy and learning for our campers. Remember, many hands make light work, and your contribution is invaluable. I urge you to join us and help make camp the best it can be. Let's come together as a community and create a weekend filled with camaraderie, service, and shared memories. I am excited to see you there, ready to make a difference! The Best is Yet to Come!

Yours in Service,

Mike McCready

Unali'yi 236 Lodge Chief

Chief@site236.com

Lodge Activity Attendance Policy

All arrowmen attending for the weekend are required to be in camp until the completion of the event.  All early departures should be discussed with our lodge adviser Wayne Barfield (843)-817-0084.

Remember! You MUST add participants after you register, even if it is just for you.

ORDEAL MEMBERS!!!

Congratulations on your selection as a candidate for membership in the Order of The Arrow. Your fellow scouts have chosen you to become a member of our esteemed Order. The Ordeal Weekend, the induction ceremony, is a significant step towards your full membership in the Order. Your participation in the entire Ordeal Weekend, from Friday at 7:00 p.m. through the Sunday Morning General Lodge Meeting, which concludes by 10:30 a.m., is not just required, but also a crucial part of your journey. The upcoming Spring Ordeal is scheduled for May 16-18, 2025, at Camp Ho Non Wah, Wadmalaw Island, SC

 As you prepare for the Ordeal Weekend, please know that we are here to support you. You should arrive in your complete Scout Uniform (Class A) and check in at the Trading Post Porch outside the Trading Post. Check-in is between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Due to the structured nature of the Ordeal Weekend, anyone unable to be at camp by the close of registration may not be able to participate in the Ordeal Weekend. If you have any concerns about your arrival or departure, please feel free to address them with our Lodge Adviser, Wayne Barfield, advisor@site236.com. 

Registration and Eligibility:

The cost for the weekend is $60.00, which includes four meals, a cracker barrel, your dues for the current year, an Order of the Arrow Handbook, an Ordeal sash, and a Lodge pocket flap. This fee also covers the cost of the brotherhood sash you can earn six months after your induction. A small dinner will be provided on Friday night for all registered participants beginning at 6:00 p.m in the Dining Hall. Registration must be completed by Monday, May 12, 2025. Registrations can be completed via mail or online at mycampmanager.com. The current policy for newly chosen candidates for membership in the Order of the Arrow is that you have 18 months from the date of your selection to complete your Ordeal. Keep in mind that these events are only held two times per year. If you miss these opportunities, the National Policy of the Order of the Arrow requires you to be re-elected before being offered another chance to join the Order.

What You Should Bring: 

Sleeping Bag, Ground Cloth & Tent, Work Clothes and Gloves, Water Bottle, Copy of Medical Form (Part A & B), Medication (if applicable), Toiletries/Towel, Small Flashlight, Rain Gear, Bug Spray, Money for Trading Post, Weekend Camping Gear, Complete Scout Uniform, and Carved Arrow  Before arriving at the Ordeal, you must carve a small wooden arrow to wear around your neck (ensure you have a long string to make it comfortable). You will turn in a copy of the medical form at check-in. 

Once again, I extend my heartfelt congratulations on your selection for the Order of the Arrow. If you have any questions,, please don't hesitate to contact me at Chief@site236.com or my advisor, Wayne Barfield, at advisor@site236.com. You are also welcome to visit our website at www.site236.com or connect with us on social media.  I am eagerly looking forward to meeting you and working with you as you embark on your journey as an Arrowman. 

Yours in Brotherhood, 

Mike McCready |  Unali’Yi Lodge Chief
ORDER OF THE ARROW
chief@site236.com