1970
Hosted by MAKUALLA, the Conclave was September 11-13 at Camp McLoughlin. Section Chief Mark Lillich, COLE SNASS' LAMATAI, selected an oval white twill patch with Indian Chief wearing an eagle bonnet as a memento. Lay Advisor Bob Hamreus, SKYLOO, urged all Arrowmen to attend the 1971 National OA Conference to be held at the University of Illinois campus in Champaign.

1971
Returning to the college setting at Oregon College of Education was the 1971 Conclave, our 20th, September 10-12 hosted by COLE SNASS LAMATAI. It was a pleasure to enjoy the great facilities at OCE and all Arrowmen became involved in the program. The Pro-Con discussion was a particularly interesting session. A few of those participating played the "devils advocate" and a lively and spirited discussion developed. Kent Lamoreux, SKYLOO, Section Chief, did a great job at the Conclave and at the National Conference in 1971 where he served as Deputy National Conference Chief-Administration. In 1973 Kent received the DSA award, Only the second honoree of this national award in the section and the first Scout. A totem patch was designed--our sectional totem on black twill with red R/E and white letters.

1972
The guest speaker for the 1972 Conclave was David Boshea, National Executive Secretary of the Order of the Arrow. Section Chief Dave Wilson, COLE SNASS LAMATAI, and host Lodge, TSISQAN, put on a good presentation. A rounded triangle patch--light blue twill with black letters and showing an outline of an Indian on horse was used. Also the first Conclave mug with with the same design was presented. Realignment of the national regions from Norwester Region XI to the Western Region changed section designations from XIA to WIA.

1973
In 1973 we all traveled to Bend for an enjoyable Conclave at Central Oregon Community College. We were treated to a gala dance and party Friday night by host Lodge MAKUALLA. Bryan Lund, SKYLOO Section Chief, arranged a great program. Our speaker was a teacher from Bend, the National Honor Teacher of the year. The theme "Dedication to Purpose" was incorporated in the Conclave patch--an arrowhead shape, white twill black CIE and lettering with an American eagle with a shield as the central design.

1974
"Reaffirming our Indian and Scouting Heritage" was selected as the theme of the 1974 Conclave held at the Portland Air Base. A special guest, Chief Frank White Buffaloman, grandson of Chief Sitting Bull, gave an impressive performance at the banquet. Section chief Shame Doran, MAZAMA, introduced guest speaker, Senator Mark Hatfield, who inspired all Arrowmen. The banquet, presented by host Lodge, SKYLOO, and served by the young ladies of the Sea Scout Post "Crest of the Waves" was memorable. The patch was a tall triangle, white twill with red border which pictured an eagle atop a tree

1975
September 12-14 all Oregon Conclave delegates assembled at Grants Pass High School as guests of host Lodge, MAZAMA. The Conclave newspaper "Higher Vision", edited by Brad Harris, presented a memorial to William Roy Clary, MAZAMA Lodge Advisor, 1952-75. "Bill" served Crater Lake Council for over 60 years. Years earlier the National Committee had awarded him the National OA Distinguished Service Award, justly deserved, the first such award to an Oregon Arrowman.
This, the 60th Anniversary of the OA, presented Section Chief Jim Stratton, TSISQAN, with an inspired theme "Fellowship, Foundation for Service". The Council of Chiefs, Lay Advisor Gary Woods, and Professional Advisor Rich Johnson, developed a super program. A colorful 3"x4" patch with blue twill red R/E showing a thunderbird in front of mountains and the sunrise.

1976
Our U. S. Bicentennial celebration, 60 years of OA service to Scouting, and our own 25th Conclave prompted the selection of the Conclave's 1976 theme, "Involvement: Past, Present and Future", represented by the Vigil triangle and the words in black on a 3" round white twill patch with red R/E. The 60th Anniversary Bicentennial Awards by the Arrowmen who completed the requirements were showing up on their sashes and stimulated others to renew their obligations to the Order. Section Chief Brad Harris, SKYLOO, suggested that all Arrowmen recall their pledge to cheerful service. Host Lodge COLE SNASS LAMATAI selected OCE at Monmouth and the facilities were the finest ever with superior food. A program highlighted by a multimedia show was a great success and the keynote speaker was George Flanagan, National OA Committee, and DSA recipient at the 1977 NOAC--the third in Oregon.

1977
"We Love the Woods and Camping" certainly was appropriate for the theme of the 1977 Conclave. Hosted by TSISQAN at Camp Baker, Section Chief Craig Lilly, SKYLOO, along with Lay Advisor Tom McCready, and Professional Advisor Jerry High, 'presented a program of merit. A large patch white twill red bdr with the section totem design and a matching neckerchief and mug were presented at a great banquet The section awarded its first "Arrow of Honor" to Perry Green. Guest speaker for the event was Vern Wertz.

1978
Central Oregon Community College at Bend gave Arrowmen an excellent facility for our 27th Conclave. Host MAKUALLA and Vice Chief Dave Edwards selected the theme 'NUWINGI ALLOSAGAN' (One who serves willingly). The patch for 1978 was an arrowhead shape of turquoise twill with black R/E and lettering with theme showing an Indian with purple mountains in background. Milt Howe, Section Lay Advisor and current Advisor, provided inspiring challenges for each Arrowmen to achieve.

1979
An impressive five-sided patch--one for each of the five Lodges, with a map of Oregon incorrectly showing the area of each Lodge and theme "With Wills United". Each Arrowman had the opportunity to earn a spirit award ribbon attached to the patch showing that he had completed program participation. Section Chief Dave Edwards, who was also 1979 National Vice Chief of Activities, invited some special guests including National Vice Chief Larry Brown, and Western Region Chief Rich Good.
Section Arrow of Honor award was given to Brad Harris, SKYLOO, who had also received the National Distinguished Service Award (DSA) at the 1979 National Conference. This was only the fourth award in our section. It was presented by Del Loder, member of the National OA Committee and National Area 1 Advisor. The Conclave host, SKYLOO, selected Camp Meriwether, and section Professional Advisor Craig Riede assisted with the arrangements.

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