Purpose of the Order

• To recognize those campers -Scouts and Scouters-who best exemplify the Scout Oath and law in their daily lives and by such recognition cause other campers to conduct themselves in such manner as to\warrant recognition.

• To develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit

• To promote Scout camping, which reaches its greatest effectiveness as a part of the unit's camping program, both year-round and in the summer camp, as directed by the camping committee of the council.

• To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.

Mission of Lodge 17

                                                   To achieve the purpose of the Order of the Arrow as an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America

                                                   in the  council through positive youth leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults.

UPDATED as of 03/28/08