About Us
An Order of the Arrow section consists of lodges within a geographic vicinity. Each section is led by a chief, vice chief, and secretary, who play a crucial part in supporting lodges within the section as well as planning an annual conclave. The section may lead training seminars, promote national programs of emphasis, and provide resources to local lodges. The section chief presides over the Council of Chiefs, attended by delegates of each member lodge.
Section G16 serves three lodges; Lo La’Qam Geela and Tsisqan Lodges of the Pacific Crest Council (lodges are in the process of merging) and Wauna La-Mon’tay Lodge of the Cascade Pacific Council.
Mission of the Order of the Arrow
To achieve the mission of Scouting America through transformative fellowship that ignites limitless Scouting journeys.
Vision of the Order of the Arrow
To be why Scouts want to stay in Scouting.
Purpose of the Order of the Arrow
As Scouting’s National Honor Society, we forge lifelong bonds among the leaders in Scouting and:
- Recognize those who exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and, through that recognition, cause others to act in the same way.
- Reinforce a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.
- Create and deliver peer-led, adult-guided, advanced leadership experiences for Scouts and Scouters that positively impact their unit, community, and ultimately our nation.
- Be an integral part of Scouting America and encourage participation in all it offers through units, outdoor adventures, and national events to further the Scouting experience.
Section Leadership
Meet our section leadership team.
Our Lodges
Get connected with the lodges in our section.
Get Involved
Learn about current volunteer positions and opportunities to get involved in the section.