Constitution and By Laws
OF
Tukarica Lodge
Order of the Arrow
http://www.oreida-bsa.org/OrderOfArrow/Tukarica.htm
Record of Changes
6 Nov 2004 Originally Adopted
I. Name and Affiliation
Tukarica Lodge is chartered through the Ore-Ida Council of the Boy Scouts of America, and is
headquartered in Boise, Idaho. The totem of the Lodge is the cougar or mountain lion, and the
name tukarica comes from the Shoshoni, literally meaning sheep-eater.
In-Mut-Too-Yah-Lat-Lat Lodge was originally chartered in 1944 as the Thunder City Lodge to
the Oregon Idaho Council (later the Ore-Ida Council) with headquarters in Nampa, Idaho. The
lodge totem was the Thunderbird or Thunder Eagle. It changed its name in 1959 to In-MutToo-Yah-Lat-Lat, the Nez Perce name for Chief Joseph and literally translates as Thunder
coming up over the land from the water.
Lemonti Lemooto Lodge 365 was chartered in 1947 to the Mountain View Council,
headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Its totem was Mountain Ram.
The two councils merged in 1967-68 to form the current Ore-Ida Council with headquarters
in Boise, Idaho. The merger became official on January 1, 1968. With the council merger, the
two lodges also merged. The lodge retained the lodge number 266 from In-Mut-Too-Yah-LatLat, changing the name of the lodge to Tukarica Lodge. Also See Appendix 4: The Legend of
Tukarica.
II. Purpose
The Lodge is recognized as the organization providing service and effective camp promotion
for the Ore-Ida Council. We are committed to quality youth leadership development through a
youth-led program; to bringing our Ideals, Traditions, and Spirit to every unit through an active
membership at the unit level. All of this we shall accomplish in a spirit of brotherhood and
cheerful service.
To achieve this we incorporate the purpose of the Order of the Arrow as an integral part of the
Ore-Ida Council through positive youth leadership under the guidance of selected capable
adults.
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To recognize those campers—Scout 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
Council Camping Committee.
To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful
service to others
III. Lodge Membership
(For complete membership requirements of the Order of the Arrow, see the Guide for Officers
and Advisers).
Registered members in good standing of Tukarica Lodge must:
 have been inducted into the Order of the Arrow;
 be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America and the Ore-Ida Council; and
 have paid lodge dues for the current year.
Individuals not meeting requirements #2 and #3 above will be classified as inactive until both
requirements are again met. Only members whose dues are current are authorized to wear
the lodge flap. As a courtesy, members whose dues are in arrears should remove the lodge
flap from their uniform, but may continue to wear the National OA hanging device.
Only registered lodge members under the age of twenty-one have the right to vote in any
decisions of the Lodge. Absentee or proxy voting is prohibited.
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Ordeal Membership: Requirements for candidate membership is contained in the
current Order of the Arrow Handbook and the Order of the Arrow Guide for Officers and
Advisers.
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Procedures for Ordeal candidate selection, recognition, induction, and
ceremonies will be conducted in accordance with national guidelines.
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All elections must be conducted by a Lodge or Chapter Election Team.
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Candidates must complete the Ordeal induction within one year of their election
or selection as a candidate.
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Brotherhood Membership: Requirements for sealing Brotherhood membership is
contained in the current Order of the Arrow Handbook and the Order of the Arrow Guide
for Officers and Advisers.
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Procedures for Brotherhood membership, recognition, induction, and ceremonies
will be conducted in accordance with national guidelines.
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The Lodge will facilitate brotherhood attainment by conducting classes during
Ordeals and other specified functions.
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Vigil Honor: Selection to the Vigil Honor will be in accordance with the current Order of
the Arrow Handbook and the Order of the Arrow Guide for Officers and Advisers.
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Selection, recognition, induction, and ceremonies will be conducted in
accordance with national guidelines.
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The Vigil Committee is responsible for the selection, recognition and induction of
members to the Vigil Honor (see the Vigil Committee).
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Membership Transfer Policy: Members of the Order of the Arrow may be official,
dues-paying members of only one lodge. Upon transfer from another Council to the
Ore-Ida Council, OA members are encouraged to transfer lodge membership upon
payment of dues. Transferring Vigil members will be interviewed by the Lodge Adviser;
Brotherhood and Ordeal members may continue with their honor level provided they
have proof of membership or it is obtainable through their prior lodge affiliation. In
unusual circumstances, the Key Three has the authority to use its own discretion to
determine acceptable evidence of prior membership.
IV. Officers
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Lodge Chief: The Lodge Chief is a member of the Council Board of Directors as the
official representative of the lodge. He is a member of the Lodge Key Three. He attends
and chairs all Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) meetings. He is responsible for
annual planning, the creation of Lodge goals, objectives, and the Program Plan Book
published every Dec 31st. With the concurrence of the Lodge Adviser, he may appoint
members to vacant lodge positions and youth committee chairmen. He recruits other
Arrowmen to assist the lodge as needed. He is responsible for communicating with and
training Chapter Chiefs in their duties and responsibilities. His vote on the Executive
Committee is cast solely for the purpose of breaking a tie vote. He promotes lodge,
section and national OA events. He may not hold any other chapter or lodge position.
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Past Lodge Chief: The immediate past Lodge Chief is a member of and attends LEC
meetings as a voting member if still under the age of 21. He is chairman of the Lodge
Awards Banquet, counselor & mentor to the lodge chief and promotes attendance at
lodge activities. He is active in training and has a standing invitation to Key Three
meetings.
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Vice-Chief of Administration: He attends LEC meetings as a voting member and
assumes all duties of the lodge chief in his absence. He records and maintains meeting
minutes with a concise record of attendance, motions, amendments, and other
business. He handles correspondence as directed by the lodge chief. He is the
standing Chairman of the Finance Committee and is responsible to turn-over all lodge
records to new officers at the end of their term of office. He promotes lodge, section and
national OA events.
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Vice-Chief of Membership: He attends LEC meetings as a voting member and
coordinates with the Ceremonies and Dance teams. He receives reports of unit
elections from the Chapters and provides training at the April LEC for all Chapter
Membership Vice-Chiefs. He is responsible for tracking membership dues and
registrations, “active” attendance of members at lodge events and submits a written
year-end membership report. He promotes lodge, section and national OA events.
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Vice-Chief of Publications: He attends LEC meetings as a voting member and
gathers articles, pictures and photographs of interest and is Editor for the Lodge. He is
responsible for the Cougar Tracks with deadlines of Feb/May/July/Oct before each
lodge event. He promotes lodge, section and national OA events.
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Vice-Chief of Service: He attends LEC meetings as a voting member and assumes all
duties of the lodge chief in the event of the absence of the Chief and the Vice-Chief of
Administration. He is responsible for lodge service projects and Ordeal work project
assignments. He heads the lodge camp promotion program and is a member of and
attends meetings of the Council Camping Committee. He is also responsible for
maintaining the Where to go Camping book with updates as necessary. He instructs
and trains the Chapter Service Vice-Chiefs.
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Vice-Chief of the Ceremony Team: He is elected by members of the Ceremony
Teams and attends LEC meetings as a voting member. He coordinates and reports on
lodge ceremonies and is responsible for Downhill Meetings at the Scout Service Center
for candidates before each Ordeal. He trains and instructs chapter Ceremony ViceChiefs
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Vice-Chief of the Dance Team: Elected by members of the Dance Team and attends
LEC meetings as a voting member, reporting on Dance Team activities. He is
responsible for recruiting new dance team members and maintains their own dance
schedule of events.
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Chapter Officers
Chapter Chiefs lead all chapter activities and attends LEC meetings as a voting
member.
Membership Vice-Chiefs coordinate unit contacts and elections
Brotherhood Attainment Vice-Chiefs help candidates and Elangomats learn
more
Service Vice-Chiefs organize and help complete service projects for units, the
chapter, and the lodge
Ceremonies Vice-Chiefs work with the ceremonies team
V. Election of Officers
A. Elections are conducted during the annual business meeting held during the Fall
Fellowship each year. The term of office for all lodge and chapter officers, committee
chairmen, and other appointments is for a calendar year, ending December 31. The official
term of office begins January 1 each year. The current Chief and the newly-elected Chief
are encouraged to work together to provide a smooth transition in leadership for the Lodge.
Any youth member in good standing is eligible for any elected office of the lodge or chapter,
provided that they will not attain the age of 21 during their term of office. A particular honor
level of membership is not a requirement for any elected or appointed position.
Only registered lodge members in good standing, under the age of twenty-one, have the
right to vote in lodge or chapter elections. Voting will be by secret ballot. Sample ballots
are included as Appendix 2 of the By Laws.
B. Nominations must be in writing, submitted to the Lodge Adviser (or Chapter Adviser for
Chapter elections) or their designee. A nominee must be willing to fulfill the duties of the
position, and attend the annual Lodge Leadership Development Class in December.
Members may be self-nominated or nominated by another youth member in good standing.
No second is required for any nomination. However, it is customary to personally ask the
person before placing their name in nomination for any position. A member need not be
present at the meeting in order to be nominated or elected, but must have informed the
Lodge or Chapter Adviser that they are willing to accept the position. The nominating form
requires the approval of the nominee’s unit leader, Chapter, or Lodge Adviser. A
nominating form is included as Appendix 1 of the By Laws, and shall be posted on the
Lodge website. A notice of nominations and elections will be included in the Cougar
Tracks, or the mailing of the Fall Fellowship announcement, and will include the positions to
be elected, duties of the officers and a nominating petition.
The nominating meeting will be chaired by a neutral individual who is not seeking an
elected lodge (or chapter) position. Nominations will be accepted first for Chief, and the
election for that position will be conducted immediately after nominations for that position
are closed. Nominees (or their designee) will be given the opportunity to give a short
statement prior to each balloting. Nominations and elections of the Vice-Chiefs will be
conducted in the same manner, in the following order: Administration, Membership,
Publications, and Service.
If there is no nomination for a position, it will be passed over and the Lodge Chief may fill
the position by appointment, with the concurrence of the Lodge Adviser.
C. Voting: The following voting procedures shall be used for Lodge Officers:
1. After the nominations for a given office are declared closed, each Chapter Chief or
designated youth representative, shall poll his delegates who are younger than 21 to
determine how they will cast their votes. Such a poll shall be taken before each
ballot.
2. Each Chapter represented by at least one youth member may cast 10 votes for each
office on all ballots. The Chapter Chief or designated youth representative must cast
the 10 votes in proportion to the poll of the delegates (in whole votes, not fractions).
The Lodge Chief, in consultation with the Lodge Adviser and/or Scout Executive, has
final authority to determine any questions about whether a delegation is officially
representing a Chapter at the meeting. Such judgments shall be based on
competent authority, such as written or verbal certification by the chapter chief,
chapter adviser, or staff adviser. In no case shall adults vote or cast ballots.
3. A nominee must receive a majority (one vote more than fifty percent) of the votes
cast on a given ballot to be elected (abstentions do not count as votes cast). Where
a majority is not achieved, the nominee(s) receiving the least number of votes is
(are) dropped and another ballot is taken. This procedure continues until one
nominee achieves a majority and is declared elected, or until two ballots in
succession result in tie votes and the balloting is declared deadlocked.
4. When balloting is declared deadlocked, the youth conducting the election (Note: This
is the Lodge Chief or a youth appointed by the Lodge Chief and approved by the
Lodge Adviser) will announce to the voting delegates that one more ballot will be
taken to break the tie and, if another tie results, the winner will be determined by the
toss of a coin; the coin will be allowed to hit the ground and will be “called,” in
advance by the oldest candidate.
5. Chapter Officers will be elected by the eligible members of the chapter present at the
annual business meeting. Each member present is entitled to cast one vote. No
absentee or proxy balloting is permitted. The provisions of 3 and 4 above also apply
to chapter elections.
VI. Committees
“Every Arrowman should serve on one or more committees. In this way, all members share
responsibility for lodge activities and projects. Lodge officers should not be burdened with all the
details of committee meeting and related projects.” (Guide to Officers and Advisers)
Committees of the Lodge and chapters are specified and described by the By Laws.
VII. Dues, Fees, and Assessments
All dues, fees and other assessments are established in the By Laws of this organization.
VIII. Lodge Meetings
The Lodge shall schedule events and meetings in order to provide the best program for its
membership and to meet its goals and obligations to the Council. They shall include, but are
not limited to the following events:
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Spring Banquet
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Spring Ordeal/Brotherhood
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Fall Ordeal/Brotherhood
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Fall Fellowship
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Lodge Leadership Development Course
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Special Council and OA Activities
All Lodge events will be included in the Council’s Annual Planning Calendar, and care will be
taken to avoid conflict with other council, area, regional and national events. Activities may be
scheduled, rescheduled, or cancelled by the LEC.
A. The Lodge Executive Committee is the primary operating committee of the Lodge and
shall meet monthly at a time and place designated by the Key Three of the Lodge.
During any month of a scheduled lodge activity, the LEC may meet in conjunction with
the activity. An agenda will be e-mailed and/or posted to the Lodge website prior to
scheduled meetings. Official minutes will be kept and published of all LEC meetings in
which any issue of substantive interest to the membership is decided or discussed.
B. The Lodge Key Three assures the proper operation of the Lodge in between LEC or
general membership meetings, and in an emergency (i.e. an unforeseen situation, not
of a reoccurring nature) they have the authority to act on behalf of the Lodge and its
membership. They shall meet prior to LEC meetings and events. Such meetings may
be accomplished in person, by telephone, or other method as they find workable. No
official minutes of Key Three meetings will be kept.
C. Special Meetings of the Key Three may be called by any two of its three members.
Special Meetings of the Lodge Executive Committee may be called by the Lodge Chief,
with the approval of the Lodge or Staff Adviser. Special Meetings of the Lodge itself
may be called by the LEC, with the approval of the Key Three. The Scout Executive
may call any of these bodies into special session.
IX. Lodge, Chapter and Committee Advisers
Each youth holding a leadership position in the Lodge or Chapter should have an adult
adviser assigned who is to provide them with advice, direction, and encouragement within
the specifics of their position function or as directed by higher authority. They are
appointed with the approval of the Scout Executive, and report to the Chapter or Lodge
Adviser, as their position dictates. All appointments are for a calendar year, expiring
December 31 and may be renewed from year to year.
The Lodge Adviser will evaluate the effectiveness of all adult advisers prior to the end of
each year, and will discuss the evaluations with the Staff Adviser and Scout Executive
during their annual recommendation for appointment process.
A. Lodge Adviser
a. The Lodge Adviser is appointed by the Scout Executive on an annual basis and
serves as a member of the Council Board of Directors.
b. They are responsible for submitting a lodge budget each year.
c. They interpret Order of the Arrow policy for the Lodge in consultation with the
Section Adviser, Area Chairman, and the Lodge Staff Adviser, as needed.
d. They advise the lodge officers and LEC in planning and conducting lodge and
council events, and works with the Staff Adviser to ensure successful events. They
work "behind the scenes" through the Lodge Chief and the LEC.
e. They hold no other primary or associate adviser position in the Order of the Arrow
during their term.
f. They aid in the organization and operations of new chapters, or in the reorganization
of merged, dropped, or inactive chapters within the Lodge as requested by the LEC,
Key Three, or the Council Scout Executive.
g. They assure that the Lodge is operating according to the rules as approved by the
Lodge, the Council Board of Directors, and the National OA Committee.
h. They report to the Scout Executive on a regular basis.
i. They meet and communicate with the Lodge Chief and Lodge Staff Adviser (the Key
Three) on a regular basis.
j. They meet and communicate with each Chapter Adviser in the Lodge on a regular
basis.
B. Chapter Advisers
Chapter Advisers are appointed by the Lodge Adviser with the concurrence of the Scout
Executive, and serve for a calendar year term, expiring December 31 of each year, which
may be renewed from year to year.
a. They are responsible for submitting a chapter budget each year.
b. They advise the chapter officers in planning and conducting chapter, lodge and
council events and works with the Chapter Chief and District Executive to ensure
successful events. He works "behind the scenes" through the Chapter Chief and the
other chapter officers and advisers.
c. They aid in the organization and operations of the Chapter, and may provide
assistance to other chapters within the Lodge as requested by the LEC, Key Three,
or the Council Scout Executive.
d. They assure that the Chapter is operating according to the rules as approved by the
Lodge, the Council Board of Directors, and the National OA Committee.
e. They report to the Lodge Adviser on a regular basis.
f. They meet and communicate with the Chapter Chief and District Executive (the
Chapter Key Three) on a regular basis, holding Key Three Meetings at least
quarterly.
g. They meet and communicate with the various chapter and committee advisers on a
regular basis.
C. Other Lodge, Chapter and Committee Advisers
The Lodge Adviser, with the concurrence of the Scout Executive, may appoint Associate
Advisers, committee, and other advisers as necessary for the proper operation of the
Lodge. Their duties are assigned by, and they report to the Lodge Adviser, or other
appropriate adviser as assigned.
Chapter Advisers, with the concurrence of the Lodge Adviser and Scout Executive may
appoint Associate Advisers and committee advisers as necessary for the proper operation
of the Chapter. Their duties are assigned by, and they report to the Chapter Adviser, or
other appropriate adviser as assigned.
X. Publications
A. Cougar Tracks: The Lodge shall publish a newsletter at least five times each year
(prior to lodge activities), and at other times as may become necessary. It will be
mailed to all members of the Lodge. The name of this newsletter will be “The Cougar
Tracks.” Its purpose is to communicate with the membership about up-coming events,
and will contain a list of officers and advisers, informative articles, membership and
registration information, solicitation of officer’s nominations, and other information as
appropriate.
B. Plan Book: The Lodge Executive Committee is responsible for publishing a Lodge
Plan Book annually. This is to be published by in-coming officers by the Fall Fellowship.
It will be mailed to all members with a membership renewal letter.
C. Where to Go Camping: The Lodge will publish a Where to Go Camping Book, or a
supplement to an existing publication. This publication may be in paper or electronic
format, and will be distributed annually with other camp promotion information to all
Troops and Teams within the council.
D. Lodge website: The lodge will maintain a website in accordance with BSA and OA
standards and rules. Its purpose is to allow easier access to information about the OA
in general, and the Lodge, in particular.
XI. Amendments
This Constitution may be amended by a three-quarters affirmative vote at any regular meeting
of the Lodge Executive Committee, provided that the amendment had been submitted, in
writing, and a first reading and discussion took place during the previous regularly-scheduled
meeting; or,
They may be amended by a two-thirds affirmative vote of the general membership at the
annual business meeting, provided that the amendment was submitted to the LEC, in writing,
and in sufficient time for notice to be published in the preceding issue of the Cougar Tracks.
XII. Severability and Authority
Nothing in this Constitution and By Laws may conflict with the national policy of the Boy Scouts
of America or the Order of the Arrow. In any such event, national policy automatically
supersedes.
This Constitution is adopted under authority granted by the charter issued by the Boy Scouts of
America and the National Order of the Arrow Committee.
By Laws
1. Lodge Insignia
A. Lodge members may purchase an unlimited number of general-issue lodge flaps.
Special patches and flaps for service and awards may be limited by the LEC for
specific purposes (e.g. the annual attendance flaps). Special event patches and flaps
(e.g. NOAC, Jamboree, etc.) may have a restricted release to non-contingent
members.
B. General-issue lodge patches and flaps may be worn by any member of the Lodge in
good standing. Standard issue membership lodge flaps have color-coded borders;
Ordeal – black bordered, Brotherhood – red bordered, Vigil – white bordered.
Members may generally purchase these flaps, but may only wear the flap associated
with their membership.
C. Specific event patches and flaps may generally be purchased by any member of the
lodge, but worn only by contingent members or those in attendance at the event.
Contingent members may be offered special discounted rates on specific event
patches, flaps, and other memorabilia.
D. Discounted rates are offered to all members during official lodge functions while
shopping at the Lodge Trading Post.
E. Patches, flaps and other lodge memorabilia, excess to the needs of the Lodge, may
be offered for sale to non-members and collectors outside of the Lodge.
F. Pricing, discounts, and specials for all patches, flaps, and other trading post items are
established by the Trading Post Adviser, in consultation with the LEC.
2. Meeting Rules
All meetings of the Lodge and chapters shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s
Rules of Order, Newly Revised (see By Laws Appendix 3).
3. Quorum
Unless otherwise provided herein, the Lodge Executive Committee requires a quorum
of five voting members to conduct the business of the Lodge at any regularly scheduled
or special meeting, except that fewer may adjourn until a specific time.
Unless otherwise provided herein, the annual or any special meeting of the Lodge
requires a quorum of twenty-one voting members to conduct business, except that
fewer may adjourn until a specific time.
4. Dues, Fees, and Assessments
a. Annual Membership Dues are $8.00 per member, payable by December 1
each year. The membership year begins December 1 of each year.
One dollar is credited annually to the various chapter budgets (when submitted)
for each member in good standing of the chapter.
Dues may be paid annually or for a 3-year or 5-year period. Dues paid in
advance are not refundable. However, an Arrowman who transfers, and
provides proof of membership in another lodge, may request a rebate of unused
dues in increments of a full year.
A dues renewal notice will be mailed to each member prior to December 1. A
member whose dues are not paid by the Spring Banquet will be considered
delinquent, and such delinquent members retain no rights of membership until
dues are paid. A delinquent dues notice will be sent to each delinquent member
following the spring banquet.
b. Dues increases must first be proposed by the Lodge Key Three and approved
by a two-thirds affirmative vote of the Lodge Executive Committee, and may take
affect no earlier than December 1st. Members who have paid dues in advance
(3 or 5 year program) will be considered members in good standing and any
dues increase will not become effective until their regular renewal date.
c. Ordeal Induction Fees are $36.00, which covers the cost of food, a Lodge Flap,
a Tukarica Lodge Medallion, the Order of the Arrow Handbook, Ordeal Sash, a
Hanging Arrow Pin, BSA Insurance, a New Member Booklet, and Lodge dues
paid through December 1st.
d. Brotherhood Induction Fees are $28 and include everything above except
dues, the hanging pin, booklet and OA Handbook.
e. Vigil Induction Fees, by virtue of the honor bestowed upon the member, are
paid by the Lodge and include the Vigil Sash, card and certificate.
f. Event Fees are established in the annual budget.
5. Committees
a. Lodge Executive Committee (LEC): Membership of the Lodge Executive
Committee consists of youth serving as lodge officers, including the immediate
past lodge chief, chapter chiefs, and the youth lodge committee chairmen.
Voting members of the LEC are the elected lodge officers and Chapter Chiefs
under the age of 21. Adult members of the committee are the Lodge Adviser,
Staff Adviser, the Scout Executive, Chapter Advisers, Associate Advisers,
Committee Advisers and the Chairman of the Council Camping Committee. The
LEC is also responsible for the Annual Lodge Plan Book and conducting the
Lodge Leadership Development Course (LLDC) the first Saturday of December.
They will promote and recruit for national and regional training sessions such as
National Leadership Seminars (NLS), National Lodge Adviser Training Seminar
(NLATS), and Section Conclave classes. The LEC, upon the recommendation of
the Key Three, may create additional committees and commensurate duties as
may be necessary for the proper functioning of the lodge.
b. Awards Committee: Chaired by the immediate past Lodge Chief, the
committee will meet at the Fall Fellowship to help establish the awards and
program for the Spring Banquet. The Committee will be responsible for a
budget for which the estimate should be within $500.00 of breaking even.
c. Finance Committee: Recommends an annual budget, which is due prior to the
December LLDC each year. As per the National Lodge Budget and Financial
Records booklet, the committee should:
a. Request estimates and forecasts for events, committees, and chapter
needs.
b. Draft a Budget
c. Obtain a Key Three review
d. Obtain LEC approval
e. Create a record book for the next fiscal year
Budget Addendums may be made through the Finance Committee or Key Three.
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The Lodge, chapters, and committees are to submit budget items to this
committee no later than the Fall Fellowship. This committee also issues regular
finance reports and is headed by the Lodge Vice-Chief of Administration; the
Lodge Adviser will appoint the Committee Adviser. Others may be appointed as
necessary by the Key Three.
Membership Committee: Made up of Membership and Brotherhood Attainment
Vice-Chief from each chapter, the meeting is led by the Lodge Membership ViceChief. They meet annually at the April LEC for training, election information, and
Elangomat assignments. The committee also meets before each Ordeal to send
out letters to Ordeal and Brotherhood candidates. The Unit Elections Committee
is also part of this Committee.
Service Committee: Suggests projects, obtains necessary approval, and
makes complete plans for getting the work done. This committee works with the
Council Camping Committee, Property Committee, Camp Ranger and Camp
Director. One project of this committee is the Where to Go Camping CD annual
update. This committee is made up of chapter service Vice-Chiefs and members
at large. The committee is chaired by the Lodge Service Vice-Chief who also
coordinates with the Food Service Committee, Ceremonies Vice-Chief and
Dance Team Vice-Chief.
Lodge Heritage and Memorabilia Committee: Chaired by the Lodge Historian
(if appointed). Teaches scouts and scouters the history and heritage of the
Lodge, and about the hobby of collecting. They are the “keepers of the flame” for
Lodge history and memorabilia. This committee has the task of tracking all past
officers, Founder’s Award recipients, and Vigil members; maintaining those
records up-to-date in the Lodge Planning Book each year. This committee will
also help in creating a photo album at the end of each year.
Ceremony and Dance Teams: Open to all lodge members, these teams are a
primary arm in promoting the Lodge within the Council through Crossing
Ceremonies, Arrow of Light Ceremonies, Dances, and Eagle Ceremonies. The
teams meet regularly and have other functions such as competitions and Ordeal
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ceremonies. They may be established and organized as separate Scouting
units, with charter organizations outside of the lodge structure.
Food Service Committee: Helps at each lodge event and assists youths in
learning to create menus, procure food and produce, and prepare great food for
large gatherings.
Publications Committee: Publicizes the LEC notes, the Trail Points articles,
the Cougar Tracks before each lodge event, and other letters or mailings of
information as may become necessary. The Publications Committee will work to
provide photographs, articles, interviews, and promotions that are newsworthy for
the Lodge membership. The photographs collected will be used at the annual
banquet and then given to the Lodge Heritage and Memorabilia Committee for
possible inclusion in a Lodge scrapbook. This committee prepares newsletters,
maintains the official Lodge website, organizes and operates the network of OA
Troop/Team Representative to keep units informed. This committee meets 5
times a year, one month before each lodge event, to prepare the mailings.
Vigil Committee: The Vigil Committee will function in accordance with the
current rules of the Order of the Arrow, contained in the Order of the Arrow
Handbook, and Order of the Arrow Guide for Officers and Advisers, including any
revisions by the national office. The committee is responsible for the nomination
and election of members to the Vigil Honor, and will oversee all Vigil ceremonies.
The committee is responsible for maintaining the historical list of Vigil Honor
members for the lodge.
Founder’s Committee: The Founder’s Committee is responsible for reviewing
lodge membership rolls annually to select eligible members for nomination for the
Founder’s Award. Selection will be in accordance with the current guidelines of
the Order of the Arrow, contained in the Order of the Arrow Handbook, and Order
of the Arrow Guide for Officers and Advisers, including any revisions by the
national office.
6. Finance Policies for the Lodge:
a. The Lodge and Chapters will use the national form, Lodge Money Earning
Application for any fundraising outside of normal Trading Post activities.
b. The Lodge will use the national Lodge Budget Worksheet for its annual report to
the Council Board of Directors.
c. The Vice-Chief of Administration will maintain an inventory of all lodge and
chapter properties, using the Inventory of Lodge Property form, which will also be
a part of the annual report to the Council Board of Directors. All property is
owned by the legal entity, Ore-Ida Council, Inc., an Idaho corporation, and its use
is at the sole discretion of the Council.
d. The Vice-Chief of Administration, in conjunction with the Finance Committee will
keep a record of annual income and expenditures (see the Lodge Budget and
Financial Records booklet) and provide a report of the lodge custodial account
balance at all LEC meetings.
7. Council Financial Support
The Order of the Arrow urges its membership to support the financial goals of the Boy
Scouts of America, as well as the Ore-Ida Council. There are many opportunities for
giving, both individually and as an organization.
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James E. West Endowment: The Tukarica Lodge has traditionally provided a
James E. West Endowment each year in the name of the outgoing Lodge Chief, or
other deserving individual(s).
Friends of Scouting: Lodge members are encouraged to give to the Friends of
Scouting Campaign.
Gifts in kind: The Lodge has donated many things to the Council in the past, such
as a portable sound system, camp projects, video recorders and televisions for the
Council, flagpoles, and other gifts.
Grants - Camperships and Scoutreach funding: “Many Lodges hold an annual
social affair to which members’ friends and family, or the community at large, are
invited. These functions often serve as a means of raising fund to provide camp
scholarships or for other worthwhile lodge projects. Typical events include hayrides,
fish fries, annual banquets, winter carnivals, canoe trips, barbecues, and winter
campouts” (GOA 2002, p. 9).
8. Calendar
A Lodge Calendar will be published each year, incorporated into the Council Planning Calendar, the
Cougar Tracks, and the Lodge webpage. The Calendar will include, but is not limited to the following,
relevant information for the membership.
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Lodge Executive Committee Meetings
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Spring Banquet
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Spring Ordeal/Brotherhood
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N.O.A.C. (when scheduled)
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Fall Ordeal/Brotherhood
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W1C Section Conclave
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Fall Fellowship
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National Leadership Seminar (NLS)
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Lodge Leadership Development Course
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Special Council and OA Activities
9. Special Activity Award
The Lodge will present an appropriate award to Arrowmen who attend all five Lodge
events during a calendar year. An Arrowman attending a national, section, or regional
event during the year, may substitute it for no more than one of the five lodge events.
10. American Indian Outfits
The wearing of Native American outfits or regalia is encouraged when worn properly,
and in accordance with national OA rules. The Dance and Ceremony Teams will
determine the appropriateness of regalia worn by their members. The Vice-Chiefs and
Advisers of the two teams will determine the appropriateness of other outfits or regalia
at Lodge functions, with the LEC having final disposition on any questions.
11. Amendment
Unless otherwise provided herein, these By Laws may be amended by a two-thirds
majority vote at any regular meeting of the Lodge Executive Committee, provided that
the amendment had been submitted, in writing, and a first reading and discussion took
place during the previous regularly-scheduled meeting; or,
They may be amended by a majority vote of the general membership at the annual
business meeting, provided that the amendment was submitted to the LEC, in writing,
and in sufficient time for notice to be published in the preceding issue of the Cougar
Tracks.
Appendix 1: Nominating Petition
Official Nominating Petition
This is the official nominating petition for Tukarica Lodge, and must be completed and submitted for the approval of the Lodge
Adviser or their designee prior to nomination for office (or Chapter Adviser for Chapter officers). Nominating petitions may be
submitted beginning October 1 of each year. The Adviser may require an interview to ascertain the qualifications of the
nominee.
This petition may be submitted by a candidate or any other member in good standing in the Lodge. If submitted by a member
other than the candidate, the petition must be countersigned by the candidate to acknowledge his agreement to serve in the
position.
This form is also available on the Lodge webpage. Please print or type in a legible manner.
Nomination
I nominate ____________________________________________ as a candidate for the position(s) indicated below in
Tukarica Lodge or the Chapter indicated.
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Date ________________
Name of Arrowman submitting this nomination
Check each position for which you are submitting a nomination for this member.
 Lodge Chief
 Lodge Vice-Chief of Administration
 Lodge Vice-Chief of Membership
 Lodge Vice-Chief of Publications
 Lodge Vice-Chief of Service
 Lodge Vice-Chief of the Treasury
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Chapter Chief of the ___________________________________ Chapter
Chapter Vice-Chief of Administration
Chapter Vice-Chief of Membership
Chapter Vice-Chief of Brotherhood Attainment
Chapter Vice-Chief of Service
Nominee’s Acceptance
I accept nomination to the position(s) marked above in the belief that I am willing and able to make the commitment in order to
satisfactorily discharge the duties of the office should I be elected to it. I have read the duties and discussed any questions
with the appropriate adviser.
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Nominee’s Signature
Date
Approval
I attest that the Arrowman nominated for the position(s) above sets a good example of a youth leader, living up to the Scout
Oath and Law in his everyday life. They have my support to serve as an officer of the Order of the Arrow.
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Signature of Unit Leader, Chapter or Lodge Adviser
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Date
Lodge or Chapter Review
I certify that the above Scout meets all of the requirements for holding office in the Lodge or Chapter positions for which he
was nominated. I am satisfied that the nominee is fully aware of the responsibilities of the position he seeks and will serve well
in that capacity.
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Signature of the Chapter or Lodge Adviser
Date
Appendix 2: Sample Ballots
Lodge Ballot
By casting this vote, I certify that I represent the members of my chapter under the age of 21 who are members
in good standing of the Tukarica Lodge. Each Chapter has 10 votes, which are apportioned in whole votes to
candidates in accordance with the polling of chapter delegates. Blank or illegible ballots will not be recorded.
This ballot is cast by _________________ for the position of (please check the box next to the correct office)
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(Write Chapter or District name here)
Lodge Chief
Lodge Vice-Chief of Administration
Lodge Vice-Chief of Membership
Lodge Vice-Chief of Publications
Lodge Vice-Chief of Service
Lodge Vice-Chief of the Treasury
Clearly Print the name and the number of votes for each nominee on the lines below. The total number of
votes may not add up to more than 10.
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Chapter Ballot
By casting this vote, I certify that I am under the age of 21 and a member in good standing of
the Tukarica Lodge and the appropriate Chapter. Every effort will be made to record your
ballot properly. However, blank or illegible ballots will not be recorded.
This ballot is cast for the position of (please check the box next to the correct office)
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Chapter Chief
Chapter Vice-Chief of Administration
Chapter Vice-Chief of Membership
Chapter Vice-Chief of Brotherhood Attainment
Chapter Vice-Chief of Service
Clearly Print the name of the nominee to receive your vote on the line below:
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Appendix 3: Quick Guide to Parliamentary Procedure for Meetings
May you interrupt the speaker?
Do you need a second?
Is it debatable?
Can it be Amended
What vote is needed?
Can it be Reconsidered?
Quick Guide to
Parliamentary
Procedure*
Adjourn the meeting
I move that we adjourn
N
Y
N
N
majority
N
Call for an intermission
I move that we recess for…
N
Y
N
Y
majority
N
Complain about heat,
noise, etc.
I rise to a question of privilege
Y
N
N
N
No Vote
N (usually)
Suspend further
consideration of an issue
I move to table the motion
N
Y
N
N
majority
N
End debate and
amendments
I move the previous question
N
Y
N
N
2/3
N
Postpone discussion for a
certain time
I move to postpone the discussion until…
N
Y
Y
Y
majority
Y
Give closer study of
something
I move to refer the matter to committee
N
Y
Y
Y
majority
Y
Amend a motion
I move to amend the motion by…
N
Y
Y
Y
majority
Y
Introduce business
(make a motion)
I move that…
N
Y
Y
Y
majority
Y
Y
N
N
N
No Vote
N
To Do This:
You Say This:
Protest a breach of rules or
conduct
I rise to a point of Order
Suspend rules temporarily
I move to suspend the rules so that…
N
Y
N
N
2/3
N
Avoid considering an
improper matter
I object to consideration of this motion
Y
N
N
N
2/3
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Request information
Point of Information
Y
N
N
N
No Vote
N
Take up a matter
previously tabled
I move to take from the table…
N
Y
N
N
majority
N
Reconsider an action
already taken
I move to reconsider the vote on…
Y
Y
~
N
majority
N
* This is intended as a quick reference guide and is not intended to replace Robert’s Rules of Order (Newly Revised), which
should be used for more information.
Appendix 4: The Legend of Tukarica
The Legend of Tukarica
One day the Thunder Eagle, Mut-Too-Yah-Lat-Lat, was flying high over the mountains when he spotted the Mountain Ram, Lemonti
Lemooto, being stalked by a Mountain Lion. As the Thunder Eagle and the Ram were brothers of the Arrow, the Eagle swooped down
from the sky to warn his brother. Before the warning could be given, the Lion attacked and severely wounded the Mountain Ram just as
the Eagle arrived to stop the attack. The Mountain Lion was so surprised by the intervention of the Thunder Eagle, that he let the Ram live
and moved off to a small clump of trees to see what would happen next.
The Thunder Eagle tried to help his brother the Mountain Ram but the Ram was too weak and would surely die. The Lion thought,
"Why should these two be such good friends?" He made up his mind to get closer and find the answer. Carefully he crept towards the
Thunder Eagle and his wounded comrade. As the Thunder Eagle sensed the approach of the Lion he made up his mind to defend his
brother with his life, if need be.
Now, being wise and having council with his Elders often, the Thunder Eagle, Mut-Too-Yah-Lat-Lat, turned to meet his foe. The Lion
was crouched and ready to fight, but the Eagle said, "Mighty Mountain Lion, why have you attacked my brother; what has he done to
deserve this?"
The Lion, expecting a fight, was again surprised by the actions of the Eagle. As the Thunder Eagle stood his ground calmly, yet with
firmness, the Lion said, "In order for me to live here in these mountains alone, I must hunt those that I can catch to prove my mighty
strength, to show all that I must be respected, or I shall surely perish."
"To me," said the Eagle, "it shows that you are alone and in need of comradeship and a purpose in life. This Mountain Ram, called
Lemonti Lemooto, and I have been brothers for many years. We are those who practice service to others and we are a part of the
Brotherhood of the Arrow, which teaches us the way to a higher goal in this life. I will not let you hurt my brother Lemonti Lemooto,
further, but I fear that he is too weak to go on with his duties. What are you going to do about the void you have surely made?"
"I knew not of your brotherhood," said the Lion, "but wish to do that which is right. Your words of wisdom are true. I am in need of
comradeship if I am to grow in this life. Will you take me to your Elders so I might join with you in your quest for service to others?"
"No!" said the Thunder Eagle, "It is not for me to say you may join. You must be chosen by those with whom you live and work."
At this the Mountain Lion jumped to a high rock and spoke to the wind. "Carry this message to the mountains and the plains, I Tukarica
(the sheep eater), wish to undo the deed I have done. Tell me how I may do this.
Soon the wind began to bring the answer. "You must join with the Thunder Eagle and Mountain Ram to form one strong being to do the
work of all three. In this union you will have the wisdom of the Thunder Eagle, Mut-Too-Yah-Lat-Lat; the sure footedness and gentleness
of the Mountain Ram, Lemonti Lemooto; strength and courage to go on will come from you Tukarica.
The Eagle and the Ram said, "Yes, let us join to make the strongest brotherhood there is, and because you have chosen to join, we will
be called Tukarica (the sheep eater) to remind us of what this great day has meant to our Brotherhood of the Arrow. We will soar straight
and true as the arrow in our service to others."
And from that day to this, the mighty Tukarica has served those of the mountains and the plains of this, our land.
Appendix 5: Code of Conduct
CODE OF CONDUCT
1. All participants must register with the Council and pay the appropriate fees for all events.
2. Unless otherwise authorized by the Lodge Adviser, all youth members will camp in the
designated campsite with their chapter, or the area specified by their elangomat.
3. All members will attend the ceremonies appropriate for their honor level unless excused for
reason, i.e. kitchen duty, etc. Appropriate Native American outfits are encouraged if you have
them.
4. All members will observe ordeal candidate rules when in the vicinity of candidates.
5. All members and candidates will be treated with dignity and respect at all times.
6. The field uniform with OA sash will be worn for all meals except during activities or work
projects.
7. All members are expected to attend flag ceremonies. During Ordeal, Saturday morning’s
ceremony will be conducted in silence since candidates will be present.
8. Vehicles are restricted to the designated parking areas except for loading and unloading.
Private vehicles may be allowed in other areas of the camp for work projects only as directed by
those assigning the projects. Except to meet reasonable accommodation requirements of
Federal and State law, vehicles will not be used for travel to any ceremonies or other functions
while in camp.
9. All members are expected to work on during work or service projects. Meet in the dining hall
after ordeal flag ceremony for assignments.
10. No firearms (except ceremonial), illegal drugs or alcohol are allowed at BSA functions or on
BSA property.
11. All members are expected to live up to the ideals of the Scout Oath and Law at all times.
12. It is the duty of all Arrowmen to take corrective action if any of these rules are not being followed
or candidates are not observing candidate rules.
13. Everyone needs adequate rest so please observe quiet hours beginning at midnight or other
designated hours.
14. Dogs and pets are not allowed in camp. If parents, or those providing transportation, bring a
dog or dogs, they must remain QUIETLY in the vehicle, not on a leash outside. Please help us
comply.
15. Members only: If you bring your RV, trailer, camper etc., please remember one of the purposes
of the OA is to promote camping. Refer to item #2. There will be no tent camping in areas
designated for RV's.
16. Violation of this Code of Conduct may result in expulsion.