What is Conclave?
Each year, hundreds of Arrowmen gather from around the section for a weekend of fun and fellowship. During the three-day event, participants attend training sessions, participate in fun activities, watch exciting theme shows, elect new section officers for the year, and much more.
The 2024 conclave committee is busy planning an awesome event for this year. Check out some of what happened last year to get an idea of what to expect.
Conclave offers three hours of training on Saturday morning with classes covering a wide range of topics. Some of the topics covered in the past include:
- Patch trading & design
- Drones
- Paracord bracelets
- Communications
- Ceremonies
- Meet the Leadership
- Project planning
- D&D
- Star Wars
- BSA programs and events
- Backpacking
- Advising
- Merit Badges
- Leave No Trace
- Dutch Oven Cooking
Saturday afternoon at conclave is filled with a variety of activities for Arrowmen to participate in. Some of the activities offered in the past include:
- Inflatables
- Jeopardy/Trivia
- Climbing
- Shooting sports
- Tomahawks
- Costume contest
- Field games
- Escape rooms
There is also a conclave-wide game and Spirit Award for Arrowmen to participate in during the event.
There are several special events and activities offered throughout the weekend. Some are geared toward a specific audience while others are open to all of conclave. Some of these special events include:
- Silent and oral auctions
- Section museum
- VIA Luncheon (for new Arrowmen)
- Section wide officer gathering
- Special competitions
- Special gatherings
The pinnacle of conclave is often the Saturday night show, where everyone gathers to celebrate an amazing weekend.
Theme
We are turning Camp Baker into the Wild West with this year’s theme – Ridin’ with the Brotherhood!
“If you climb in the saddle, be ready for the ride.” – Unknown
The road to the West was paved by people who dared to take action despite the enormous challenges that lay in front of them, much like an Arrowman exhibits courage to take the first step to seek the arrow.
The road my be difficult at times but together, through our bonds of brotherhood and a little self-sacrifice, we can achieve anything.
Let’s ride!
“Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway.” – John Wayne
