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Information on Conclave 2008!

Information about Conclave 2008 will be posted here

What is Conclave?

What is it?

Conclave is the biggest and best Scouting event of the entire year, and it's something that you don't want to miss! It's a gathering of OA members from the three lodges in Section W-1A. Over 500 Arrowmen will convene at Camp Lutherwood for a weekend of fun and everything OA. Here is a sampling of some of the awesome activities that happen at Conclave:
  • Three awesome shows
  • The hilarious "Friday Night Live"
  • Bouncy boxing games
  • Most Extreme Elimination Challenge
  • Slip and Slide
  • Basketball Tournament
  • Archery
  • Human Connect 4
  • Let's Make a Deal
  • "Will it Float"
  • Climbing Wall
  • Shuffleboard EXTREME
  • Canoeing and Rafting on the Willamette River
  • Knife & Hawk Throw
  • Feather Work
  • Drum Beaters
  • Fry Bread
  • Medicine Pouches
  • Beading (loom, rosette & peyote)
  • Finger Weaving
  • Hemp Necklaces
  • Glass Bead Making
  • Drum Construction
  • Tipi Painting
  • Blacksmithing
  • Regalia Competition
  • Ceremony Evaluation
  • Pow Wow
  • Brotherhood Ceremony
  • Live bands
  • Tons of FOOD
  • Great training classes
  • The new "Department of Fun"
  • Patch Auction
  • Service Project
  • Our own FM Radio station (KW1A)
  • The Quest for the Golden Arrow
  • Native Games
  • Knife and Hawk Throw
  • Regalia Competition
  • Ceremony Evaluation
  • Free ICE CREAM

Who should go?

Every OA member in Section W-1A is welcome to attend. We want adults and youth to come--there are activities for everyone.

When and where is it?

September 5-7, 2008 at Camp Lutherwood near Junction City, OR. Plan to arrive on Friday between 6 pm and 9 pm (before the Opening Show) and to leave on Sunday by 11 am.

How much does it cost?

The $30.00 weekend fee for pre-registered members covers a weekend of food, from Friday Crackerbarrel to Sunday Breakfast. It also covers all activities throughout the entire weekend.

Do I need to bring anything?

Be sure to bring a tent, sleeping bag, insect repellent, money (for the trading post), patches (for trading), swimsuit, small camp chair or blanket (for outdoor shows seating), and your full uniform and sash.

This is my first Conclave... I deserve special treatment!

We agree! If this will be your first Conclave, we want to invite you to a special gathering at Conclave with free ice cream!

Can I be on staff?

Of course! We're always looking for staff members and Service Corps members. For more information, go to the Conclave Staff Page.

Will there be a religious service?

Yes, there will be a Scout's Own Service before departure on Sunday.

Last Year's Conclave Promotional Video (2007)

Due to its popularity, I have posted last year’s Conclave Promotional Video below.

Conclave Photo Gallery

Click on a picture to view a larger version in the Conclave Photo Gallery.