The Shawnee Lodge will concentrate on sending Arrowmen to the Mark Twain National Forest Service site which is located in south central Missouri. The dates of the ArrowCorp⁵ program at the Mark Twain site are June 7-14, 2008.

The cost of ArrowCorps5 is $275. The fee includes eight days of program, twenty meals at the site, safety equipment, insurance coverage, National OA recognition items, a full day of recreation, Shawnee Lodge t-shirt, and Shawnee Lodge ArrowCorps⁵ patch set. A transportation fee will be extra ranging from $25-$60 once the total number of Shawnee Lodge participants has been determined. Early reservation deadline is February 1. After February 1, the cost is $325. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a reservation. All fees must be paid in full by April 15, 2008.

Youth members must be at least 14 years of age by June 1, 2008. Youth and adults must meet the Philmont height and weight guidelines in order to participate in ArrowCorps⁵. Youth members must be accompanied by an adult leader or be teamed up with other Arrowmen who have adult leadership. By February 1 the Shawnee Lodge must submit a lodge contingent form and deposit for each participant to the National Order of the Arrow Committee. So if you plan to attend make your reservations as soon as possible because SPACE IS LIMITED.  If you have any questions, please contact the Shawnee ArrowCorps⁵ Chairman, Ben Ludwig.

ArrowCorps⁵ is a once in a lifetime program. The event is the largest volunteer service effort ever undertaken by the Boy Scouts of America. A Scout’s duty to country calls us all to help preserve the beauty of treasures like our national forests.

ArrowCorps⁵ will take place at five sites across the country. A highly trained Order of the Arrow and National Forest Service staff will provide a safe and healthy environment for a young man to learn about leadership, brotherhood, and service, all in an atmosphere of fun and excitement.

What Is ArrowCorps⁵?
At the program’s core is a major conservation service project at a national forest. Each program also includes a day dedicated to recreation, taking advantage of the unique opportunities of each site.

Who can go?
Both youth and adult Arrowmen are invited to attend this event. Participants must meet the Philmont Guidelines for height and weight as shown on the ArrowCorps⁵ website (www.event.oa-bsa.org). In addition to being in good physical condition, Scouts must be at least 14 years of age by June 1, 2008.

How do I sign up?
Each council will appoint a youth ArrowCorps⁵ contingent coordinator and adviser who will centrally organize all of the registration for Arrowmen in the lodge. Scouts and Scouters interested in attending should contact their council’s coordinator or Key 3 (lodge chief, adviser, or professional staff adviser). Your council will receive a registration packet by the middle of September with registration submittals and information.  More information can also be found on the registration page.

Can I serve on staff?
Slots are still available to serve on staff.  For more information, check out the staff resource page.

How much is it?
The cost for the event is $250. The fee covers food, activities, and insurance—but not transportation. Councils should assemble and submit a $100 nonrefundable deposit per participant, per site by February 1, 2008. Remaining fees are due by May 1, 2008.

Attendance
An Arrowman may sign up for as many sites as they wish on a first come, first serve basis.

Travel
Councils may choose to organize a contingent travel plan, travel together with other nearby councils, or arrange for individual travel plans. Of course, BSA travel policies apply. The cost of travel is not included in the site fees.

What to bring
Participants will be camping in or near a National Forest so you will need to bring your own tent and everything else you would need to be in the wilderness for a week. Once registered, participants will be sent a list of items to pack depending upon the site they are attending.

For more information
The ArrowCorps⁵ website (www.event.oa-bsa.org) will provide current information and should answer most questions.