Otyokwa Lodge #337

Otyokwa Lodge #337 The Otyokwa Lodge serves the scouts and scouters of the Chippewa Valley Council. Scout executive and camp director of Camp Tesomas. afternoon.

The Beginning of Otyokwa Lodge
From an interview former Lodge Chief Jay Jones had with Wayne McGowan

I was the lodge chief at Samoset (Tom Kita Chara Lodge when we were contacted by the Regional office in Chicago and asked if we would install a new lodge in the Eau Claire council. (This was an era in which the national council had officially adopted the Order of the Arrow as the camp honor societ

y and was working hard to replace old individual camping honor societies--of which I am quite sure there was one in existence at Nawakwa--with the OA. Our ritual team on which I was Allowat Sakima (by viortue of being lodge chief)drove over to Nawakwa with Elroy Birsch who was the Asst. Someone from the Chippewa Valley professional staff who was an OA member had conducted the Ordeal starting the night before and ending about 3:00 Sat. Since there were no ritual bowls at the camp, and since we wanted to hold the ceremony in a somewhat secluded place we organized it in a field just outside of camp. At 4:00 PM with the sun shining brightly and cows mooing in the background we donned Indian regalia and conducted the Ordeal induction ceremony. I believe there were about 20 scouts and adults inducted but I understand the list of the charter members has been lost. (The only person I know for sure that was inducted that day was Helge Grotte, at that time scoutmaster of the troop in Cornell, because we talked about it in later years.) We had an early supper at camp with the new members and drove back home that evening.

Don’t Miss the Early Bird Rate for Section Conclave!There’s still time to save and register for the 2026 Section Conclav...
08/31/2026

Don’t Miss the Early Bird Rate for Section Conclave!

There’s still time to save and register for the 2026 Section Conclave! Join Arrowmen from across the section for an unforgettable weekend September 11–13 at Camp Tesomas.

Register by the early bird deadline to lock in the $60 rate before the price increases!

Don’t wait until the last minute-grab your friends and join fellow Arrowmen from across the section for an awesome weekend of activities, competitions, fellowship, and more!

Register today: https://mycouncil.samoset.org/Event/549

Introducing Our New LEC!Please join us in congratulating our newly elected Lodge Executive Committee (LEC)! We’re excite...
08/12/2026

Introducing Our New LEC!

Please join us in congratulating our newly elected Lodge Executive Committee (LEC)! We’re excited to see this team step up, lead our lodge, and help make the upcoming year one to remember. Our new officers will officially take their positions on October 1. We can’t wait to see what they accomplish together!

Right to left: Asher Vincent (Treasurer), Rhett Zwiefelhofer (VC Activities), Elijah Calvin (VC Administration), Abigail Bauer (Lodge Chief), Landon Cooley (VC Inductions), and Liam Kraft (Secretary).

Fall Fellowship was one for the books! Our Wild West weekend was packed with service projects, fellowship, and plenty of...
08/12/2026

Fall Fellowship was one for the books! Our Wild West weekend was packed with service projects, fellowship, and plenty of cowboy spirit. We also welcomed our newest Vigil Honor members as they completed their Vigil. Thanks to everyone who came out and helped make the weekend a great one!

Section Conclave is almost here!Don’t miss the biggest section event of the year, happening September 11–13 at Camp Teso...
08/05/2026

Section Conclave is almost here!

Don’t miss the biggest section event of the year, happening September 11–13 at Camp Tesomas! Meet Arrowmen from across the section, enjoy exciting activities, participate in interactive trainings, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

We’re also excited to announce that National Eastern Region Chief Max Mihalov will be joining us for the weekend! This is a great opportunity to meet a national OA leader and connect with Arrowmen from across the region.

Interested in taking your leadership to the next level? Members who are interested in running for a Section leadership position should reach out to Deb Nelson or Tyler Nacey as soon as possible to learn more about the process and prepare for the election.

Register today-we hope to see you at Section Conclave!

https://mycouncil.samoset.org/Event/549

Just ONE week until Fall Fellowship!The countdown is on! In just one week, Arrowmen from across Otyokwa Lodge will gathe...
08/01/2026

Just ONE week until Fall Fellowship!

The countdown is on! In just one week, Arrowmen from across Otyokwa Lodge will gather at Camp Phillips for an unforgettable Western-themed Fall Fellowship!

Get ready for:

* Fellowship with friends
* Western-themed games and activities
* Welcoming our newest Arrowmen
* A weekend full of adventure and memories

Don’t forget to pack your best Western outfit, your camping gear, and your completed BSA Health Form Parts A & B.

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time, but don’t wait! Register today and join us August 7–9 for one of the best weekends of the year.

We’ll see you on the trail!

https://scoutingevent.com/637-99621

🤠🌵 The West is Calling... Will You Answer? 🌵🤠Dust off your boots and saddle up for Otyokwa Lodge’s Fall Fellowship!📅 Aug...
07/25/2026

🤠🌵 The West is Calling... Will You Answer? 🌵🤠

Dust off your boots and saddle up for Otyokwa Lodge’s
Fall Fellowship!
📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 Camp Phillips

Join us for an action-packed weekend featuring:
Fellowship with Arrowmen from across the lodge
Campfires & traditions
Tent camping
Western-themed games and activities
Bring your best cowboy or cowgirl costume!

Whether you’re a seasoned trail boss or a first-time attendee, this is one weekend you won’t want to miss.

Register today and ride into the adventure!

Registration Link: https://scoutingevent.com/637-99621

05/14/2026
This past weekend our lodge was at the LE Phillips Scout Reservation for our Spring Fellowship Event. Thank you to every...
05/07/2026

This past weekend our lodge was at the LE Phillips Scout Reservation for our Spring Fellowship Event.

Thank you to everyone who came out to Spring Fellowship this past weekend! From helping complete projects to prepare camp for the summer season to enjoying a weekend full of games, laughter, and fellowship, it was a huge success. The Harry Potter theme made the weekend even more memorable, especially the costume contest and all the creative outfits everyone brought. Thank you again to everyone who helped make the weekend such a fun and productive experience!

Congratulations to all of our new Ordeal and Brotherhood members as well! We are excited to welcome and recognize each of you, and we look forward to seeing your continued service and involvement in our lodge.

Spring Fellowship is right around the corner!In less than a week, on May 1–3, our lodge will be heading to LE Phillips S...
04/28/2026

Spring Fellowship is right around the corner!

In less than a week, on May 1–3, our lodge will be heading to LE Phillips Scout Reservation for a Harry Potter–themed weekend filled with a Chapter Bash, Brotherhood Ceremony, and more

Be ready to camp in tents, dress for the weather, and bring work clothes for cheerful service.

See you there!

Spring Fellowship is just TWO WEEKS away! Join us at LE Phillips Scout Reservation for a Harry Potter-themed weekend ful...
04/18/2026

Spring Fellowship is just TWO WEEKS away!

Join us at LE Phillips Scout Reservation for a Harry Potter-themed weekend full of chapter competitions, service, and fellowship.

Ordeal members - don’t forget, there will be a Brotherhood ceremony!

Registration link: https://scoutingevent.com/637-springfellowship

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