The Feather - February 2026
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Brothers,
One of the greatest things about our lodge isn’t just the patches we wear or the titles we hold — it’s the moments we share together. The weekends where we serve side by side, laugh around campfires, and leave feeling more connected than when we arrived.
That’s why I want to take a minute to talk about two huge opportunities coming up for our lodge: Spring Fellowship, March 6th–9th, and Conclave, April 17th–19th.
This year’s Spring Fellowship is prehistoric themed, so get ready to step back in time — but more importantly, get ready for a weekend full of service, brotherhood, and fun. Fellowship is where our lodge really comes alive. It’s a chance to give back, strengthen friendships, and create memories that last far beyond the weekend.
Then we roll straight into Conclave with a Dr. Seuss theme, which means creativity, energy, and a whole lot of excitement as we join lodges from across the section. Conclave is one of those events that reminds you why the Order of the Arrow is so special — you leave inspired, proud, and ready to serve even more.
I truly encourage every one of you to mark these dates on your calendar and make them a priority. Come dressed for the themes, come ready to serve, and come ready to have fun.
Our lodge is strongest when we show up for each other. Let’s make Spring Fellowship and Conclave two moments where Tsoiotsi Tsogalii Lodge shines with spirit, service, and brotherhood.
I can’t wait to see you all there!
Yours in Brotherhood,
Samuel Whitesell
Tsoiotsi Tsogalii
Lodge Chief
Keeping your membership current is important to the Order of the Arrow at both the local and national levels. Your annual membership helps support Lodge programs that carry on the traditions of camping, service, fellowship, and leadership that we have developed for many years. Maintaining your membership also helps you stay informed about Lodge events and opportunities throughout the upcoming year that you don’t want to miss. Don’t forget that you must be a registered member of a scout unit in order to stay active in the Order of the Arrow.
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March 13-15, 2026
This Spring Tsoiotsi Tsogalii Goes Back to the Stone Age!
The Spring Fellowship is a time to meet old friends, make new friends, and share in the enthusiasm of the Order. The Fellowships hosted by our lodge are one of the best ways to meet your fellow arrowmen, and absolutely all members of the lodge are invited and heavily encouraged to attend.
For more details click the registration button below...
The section conclave is an annual activity (prior to 1972 known as an Area OA Conference) involving the six lodges in Section E8 (Formerly SR-7B). Each conclave is led by section youth officers elected from among the member lodges at the previous year’s conclave, and the event itself is prepared in cooperation with various other lodge officers, and with one lodge serving as the “service lodge”.
The E8 Section Conclave is a gathering of over 1200 Arrowmen that occurs once a year in April at a Boy Scout camp in our Section. This years conclave will be held on April 17-19, 2026 at Camp Durant. In short, its a great weekend of fun, training, and fellowship!
Time is running out to submit your Conclave Flap & T-shirt Pre-Order
NOAC 2027
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NOAC 2027 (National Order of the Arrow Conference) is happening July 26-31, 2027, at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) for thousands of Arrowmen (OA members) for training, activities, stadium shows, and fellowship. This major Scouting event features college dorm living, leadership training, and national camaraderie, with registration details coming soon!
Alamance Chapter - Remind: Text @alamance70 To 81010
Chapter Meeting - February 12 - 6:30 to 8:00 pm
Shiloh Presbyterian Church 2638 Grand Oaks Blvd, Burlington, NC 27215
Dahlonega Tawodi Chapter - Remind: Text @dt70 To 81010
Chapter Meeting - February 19 - 7:00 to 8:30 pm
First Lutheran Church, 3600 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, NC 27410
Keyauwee Chapter - Remind: Text @keyauwee70 To 81010
Chapter Meeting - February 8 - 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Hagan Sea Scout Base, 781 Scout Rd, Lexington, NC 27292
Saura Chapter - Remind: Text @saurac70 To 81010
Chapter Meeting - February 26 - 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Tentative: Fursty's Restaurant, 1409 Freeway Dr., Reidsville, NC 27320
Tutelo Chapter - Remind: Text @tutelo70 To 81010
Chapter Meeting - February 12 - 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Jamestown Presbyterian Church 1804 Guilford College Road Jamestown, NC 27282
