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NOAC 2027
The registration for NOAC 2027 is finally open!
NOAC, which stands for National Order of the Arrow Conference, is the biggest and flagship event for the OA. This brings together over 6,000 Arrowmen from across the nation to create unforgettable memories, form new friendships, take part in amazing trainings where you will learn valuable and real-life skills, and have a lot of fun.
Register Here: NOAC Registration
NOAC Patch Contest: Enter Here
When and where will NOAC be?
This year’s NOAC will be hosted at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, from July 23 to August 3, 2027. Full travel details will be announced at a later date.
How much will NOAC cost?
Estimated cost of $1,600
The costs will cover:
- Your time at NOAC
- Travel to NOAC
- NOAC T-Shirts
- NOAC patch set
- And More NOAC swag
Why go to NOAC
NOAC is the biggest and most fun OA event
Meet amazing Arrowmen from across the nation
Go and experience amazing training that includes:
- OA-specific training
- Leadership trainings
- Other trainings, such as applying to college (example 2024 training)
Do patch trading and collect patches from lodges around the country
Experience activities like tiny bike racing, minigolf, escape rooms, and much more
Go to the amazing shows performed by a talented group of Arrowmen from across the nation
Have a trip that you will never forget and form new friendships with people from across the nation
Don’t forget to Register Here: NOAC Registration
Passaconaway Lodge Annual Dues
It’s time to renew your membership in the Order of the Arrow! Passaconaway Lodge has exciting new things planned for you this year! Don’t miss out on these great opportunities … make sure you stay connected by paying your annual dues!
Why should I pay dues? Dues keep you listed as an active member of Passaconaway Lodge. Only active members will receive emailed/paper mailed information and newsletters, as well as count towards our lodge membership list. You must also be dues-paying in order to attend our top-quality OA events throughout the year, such as Fun Weekend, Spring Fellowship, Fall Fellowship, and Passaconclave, as well as other great opportunities that the OA can offer.
You must be currently registered in the BSA to be in the OA.
The annual dues have been set at $25 plus a $1 online service fee.
Passaconaway Lodge, Scouting America New Hampshire News
2026 Fall fellowship & ordeal
It’s time to register for Passaconaway Lodge’s Fall Fellowship & Ordeal Weekend, one of the most important weekends of our lodge year. Join us on September 11th to the 13th at Camp Carpenter for the 2026 Fall Ordeal and Fellowship.
- CANDIDATES: Go through your ordeal and join the Order of the Arrow.
- Information for Candidates can be found at Resources-Candidates.
- ORDEAL MEMBERS: Seal your Brotherhood!
- Has it been more than 6 months since you completed your ordeal? Information for Brotherhood candidates can be found at Resources-Brotherhood, including a study guide which can also be found at: Brotherhood Study Guide.
- MEMBERS consider becoming an Elangomat and become a friend and guide the candidates during their ordeal, as well as earn the Elangomat patch and gold bears.
- Information on becoming an Elangomat Email elangomat.chair@lodge220.org and elangomat.adviser@lodge220.org
- Are you interested in ceremonies? Serve on the ceremonies team to bring the scripts for the ordeal and brotherhood ceremonies to life.
- Fill out this form if interested: Interest Form.
- Join us in welcoming our new ordeal and brotherhood members and and perform service for Camp Carpenter
- Join us all in fellowship as we celebrate the OA and Scouting.
Register for the Fall Ordeal and Fellowship at https://scoutingevent.com/330-2026OAFallFellowship Early Bird Discounts end on Monday August 31st and Registration Ends on Sunday September 6th
Check In Starts on Friday September 11th between 6:30 and 7:30pm. The event will end Sunday, September 13th at 11am. If you will have to arrive late or leave early please email OA@lodge220.org so we can best accommodate you.
The Ordeal weekend gives our lodge a chance to induct new members as well as giving the opportunity to members who have been in the OA for at least 6 months to seal their brotherhood which is the next step of the Arrowmen journey. During this weekend we will also perform hours of service at Camp Carpenter which are invaluable to the camp. This weekend is not only about service and the ordeal but is also full of fellowship and cheerfulness, where Arrowmen throughout the lodge can meet each other and grow connections.