Ask the Chairman
The national Order of the Arrow chairman answers your questions on a regular basis. You may contact the chairman, Mike Hoffman, at @email.
Ask the Chairman - Is there a recommended timeline for the selection of the Vigil Honor?
Q: Ray, Our lodge chief has inquired about the frequency of Vigil nominations within the lodge. The guide says once per...
Ask the Chairman - Can Cub Scout camping count for the camping requirement for adult membership?
Q. Ray, Does time spent camping as a Cub Scout leader meet the adult requirements for OA membership? Someone could have...
Ask the Chairman - Is there a proper way to wear the OA cufflinks?
Q. Mr. Chairman, I was gifted some OA cufflinks and want to be sure I am wearing them correctly! What is...
Ask the Chairman - When will female Venturers be allowed to join the OA?
The information on this page may not reflect the changes to the Order of the Arrow membership requirements effective February...
Ask the Chairman - Can the OA sash be worn with the BSA activity uniform?
Q. Hello Ray, The OA handbook indicates a member can wear the OA sash at OA functions or serving in an...
Ask the Chairman - Is the Commemorative Red Sash Available for Youth Attending World Scout Jamboree
Q. Ray, As a parent of a Scout going to the 2015 World Scout Jamboree, it would be a nice gesture...
Ask the Chairman - Single Commemorative Sash
Q. What would you say to Arrowmen who are disappointed from the recent announcement that there will be a single...
Ask the Chairman - Long Term Camping Requirement
Q. Ray, I have been asked if a unit run summer camp that runs for the six days and five nights...
Ask the Chairman - Holding Chapter Officer Elections
Q. Ray, Is there a rule regarding holding chapter elections for positions such as chapter chief, chapter vice chief, etc? Do...
Ask the Chairman - Changes to the Vigil Sash
Q. Dear Mr. Capp, I am a new Ordeal member and I have been wondering why did Order of the Arrow...
Ask the Chairman - Role of the Supreme Chief of the Fire
Q. Mr. Capp, I had a question concerning the supreme chief of the fire. I was told by an adviser that...
Ask the Chairman - Ordering OA items – National Office, Online or Scout Shop?
Q. Hi Ray, I am looking to purchase the Founders Award pocket ribbon. Can I order it online or is there...