Section Conference offers a variety of experiences designed to engage Arrowmen throughout the weekend. From general activities and lodge vs. lodge competitions and special events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. These experiences provide opportunities for fun, fellowship, friendly rivalry, and celebration of lodge traditions.
5K Morning Run
Participants will meet at the Welcome Shelter (next to the main parking lot) and will be provided information regarding the route. Award for the top finisher, a special 5K event patch for the first 25 finishers, and bragging rights for all who participate!
Polar Plunge
Participants will meet at the pool and will be given further instructions regarding the event. Bring a bathing suit, towel, and your lodge spirit.
Participants MUST wear closed toe shows when walking to the pool. This activity will be in a portion of the pool where participants will not need to have a prior swim test completed.
Morning Yoga/Sun Salutation
Participants will meet at Forth Blanchard for a special sunrise program dedicated to mind/body fitness on the scenic bank of the Loxahatchee River.
Canoe Obstacle Course
Each lodge will be given a particular time for its four participants to be at Clear Lake, together with as many others as would like to watch.
Participants MUST wear closed toe shoes when walking to Clear Lake. Although the participants in the activity will wear life jackets, each must present proof signed by their Lodge Adviser or Staff Adviser that they have successfully completed a swim test. All participants are subject to retesting as determined by the Host Lodge’s Aquatics Director.
Quest for the Golden Gator
Each lodge will compete in different team challenges. These challenges require scouting skills, leadership skills, common sense, or a combination of these. The lodge with the best overall score wins!
Scavenger Hunt
Items will be hidden across camp for each lodge to find. Take a picture with each item and show the judge. The lodge with the best time wins!
Saturday Night Closing Show
To culminate the festivities of the weekend, Saturday will conclude with an entertaining closing show. Bring your lodge spirit!
Ultimate Frisbee
Number of participants: Maximum of 7 youth players per lodge on the field at any given time, with 2 additional youth players on the sidelines for substitutions.
Description: Two lodges will compete against each other. The team with the highest score at the end of a 15-minute game wins and will advance. If the score is tied at the 15-minute mark, overtime occurs with the next point determining the winner of the game.
Points: The winners of each game will advance and play each other with the winner of that game advancing. This will continue until there is an overall winner.
Location: Field behind Lassiter Building
Basketball
Number of participants: Maximum of 5 youth players per lodge on the court at any given time, with 2 additional youth players for substitutions.
Description: Two lodges will compete against each other. The first team to reach 21 points (or has the maximum number of points in the game after 15 minutes) wins and will advance.
Points: The winners of each game will advance and play each other with the winner of that game advancing. This will continue until there is an overall winner.
Location: Basketball Court
Volleyball
Number of participants: Maximum of 6 youth players per lodge on the field at any given time, with additional youth players for substitutions.
Description: Two lodges will compete against each other. The first team to reach 11 points (or has the maximum number of points in the game after 15 minutes) wins and will advance.
Points: The winners of each game will advance and play each other with the winner of that game advancing. This will continue until there is an overall winner.
Location: Field behind Lassiter Building
Very Important Arrowman (VIA) Luncheon
Each lodge chief will be given 2 tickets to hand out to invite members of their lodge to attend this luncheon together with the chief. This year’s luncheon will feature a keynote speaker whose message will be aimed at encouraging this vital group. Participants will receive a special VIA patch. Additional VIA patches will also be available for sale.
Vigil Breakfast
Vigil Honor members are invited to attend a special breakfast Saturday morning. The Vigil Breakfast will feature a keynote speaker and a special addition to the meal. There will be a commemorative patch for sale which may be purchased at breakfast.
DJ Stand
The DJ Stand will be located at the Scoutmaster’s Lounge porch. Not only will it be a reference point and information booth, but it will also be playing all types of Scout-appropriate music and making announcements throughout the weekend.
Brotherhood Bash
Join us for a festival of fellowship, games, and food! Arrowmen may use this time to enjoy the games, trade patches, or indulge in the cracker barrel.
High Adventure Village
Participate in “High Adventure” themed activities and learn about all of the special High Adventure opportunities available throughout the Order of the Arrow.
237 Surprise!
Aal-Pa-Tah Lodge is well known for its 237 surprise! If you have what it takes. There will be a special surprise event at 2:37 pm. Meet in front of the OA Lodge.