The Order of the Arrow is Scouting’s National Honor Society. Founded in 1915, the OA has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives for over a century. Today, the service, activities, adventures, and training provided by the OA are models of quality leadership development and programming that enrich, support, and help extend Scouting to America’s youth.

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Conclave

A Section Conclave is the premier area OA event where Arrowmen gather for an unforgettable experience packed with adventure, fellowship, food and dynamic training from the experts. A unique weekend event of activities, competitions, training sessions, amazing shows, and great food!

National Leadership Seminar & Developing Youth Leadership Conference

The National Leadership Seminar (NLS) is a conference focused on each leader’s skills and attributes. This program enhances the leadership skills of the OA’s key youth and adults.

The Developing Youth Leadership Conference (DYLC) will strengthen an adviser’s capacity to develop youth leadership within the lodge and chapter. Conference topics will include learning how to promote resilience, foster a growth mindset, provide constructive feedback, and create a life-long mentoring relationship. Conference participants will gain insights necessary to successfully mentor youth applying the leadership skills they gained during the National Leadership Seminar. 

National Order of the Arrow Conference

The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) is the primary national gathering of Arrowmen. They are typically held every two years unless a conflict exists.