Registration for the Seneca Spring Ordeal Weekend
and Brotherhood Conversion

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Before You Register Please Read the Lodge Code of Conduct

Please register for the event
Absolutely no walk-ins will be accepted

Date: April 17-18, 2026  (Friday Night -Saturday Night)

Where:
Damascus Izaak Walton (Wildlife Achievement Chapter, Inc.)
26430 Mullinix Mill Rd, Mt Airy, MD 21771

Cost:
Candidate - $70  (includes 2026 OA dues, all food for the weekend, Ordeal Sash, O/A Handbook, Amangamek-Wipit Flap Patch)
OA Member Participant (two day) - $35 
Elangomat (is an OA member)  - $30 (see sidebar for job description)
OA Member Day Participant (one day) - $30
Feast only - $30 (Saturday night)

Registration closes: Tuesday, April 14, 2026  11:59 PM

IMPORTANT NOTICE (this applies to everyone who is on site at anytime)
If you arrive without your required printed health forms, a printed copy of the insurance card and printed/signed copy of the Lodge Code of Conduct; you will not be allowed to participate in the ordeal and will not receive a refund. (Electronic copies are not allowed per Scouting America.) There are NO extra forms on site.

Questions? Contact:
Associate Adviser/Registrar: Mrs. Mary Lou Gundersen: oagundersen@comcast.net, 301-869-5625
Chapter Adviser: Mr. Fred Mitchell - Fmitchell8285@gmail.com,  240-274-0641
Chapter Staff Adviser/District Director: Ms. Yvonne Peters-Washington - Yvonne.Peters-Washington@scouting.org, 301-214-9121

Registration
- All registrations must be completed online
- Gather this information before starting your registration
     - Scouting America ID #
     - OA Chapter
     - Name
     - Address
     - Email (one that is read)
     - Phone Numbers
     - Volunteer Opportunities
     - Brotherhood conversion (if taking - your ordeal date will be no less than 6 months from date entered)
     - Allergies/medical/dietary restrictions
     - Emergency Contact Information (Name, Relationship, Phone Number, Email)

In addition, on the registration form: please let us know if you have any physical limitations, special dietary or medical needs so we can be prepared before the ordeal begins.

All participants will receive an email, sent to all provided email addresses indicated on your registration form, by April 16 with additional information.

Elangomat slots are Password protected. Contact the chapter email for the password.  Or Mrs. Gundersen at 301-869-5625.

Admin...

To Register:
- click on the registration button on the right
- click on Continue as Guest (you don't need to have an account)

Please refer to the right side bar for additional information.

Prerequisites
Candidate and parent/guardian information meeting
Candidates and a parent/guardian are expected to attend a 40 minute Zoom meeting on what to expect.  The Zoom link will be provided once you register.
April 15th 7-7:40pm (Zoom)

Elangomats
If you register as an Elangomat, there is a mandatory meeting.  The Zoom link will be provided once registered.
April 14th 7-7:40pm (Zoom)

Youth Transportation - If you are riding with someone other than your parent/guardian, provide the adult driver's name (if not known now/or changes - provide written permissions at check-in.)  If you do not have written permission, youth will not be permitted to leave with the adult driver. Carpooling arrangements should be based on current health protocols and guidelines.
Youth drivers are prohibited.  You must be 18 years of age or older.  (Guide to Safe Scouting - transportation rule #5)

Check-In Time:
You and your driver will need to come to the registration area and check-in. Driver stays until check-in is completed.
Required Items - All paperwork (including medical, insurance card and Code of Conduct) must be printed and turned in upon arrival/check-in to the ordeal. Along with all medication for the weekend.
Candidates Check-In Time - Friday 6-7:30pm
Members and Elangomat Check-In Time - Friday at 5:30pm

Pick up Time:
Key: You must remain on the property until you are checked-out by the Adult Health & Safety Officer. You will receive your Heath Forms back as your ticket to leave.
Please arrive by 9:30pm Saturday.
Pick up time starts at 9:45pm Saturday.
We need to off the property by 10pm.

Notice to all candidates
All ordeal candidates that have been elected, you will receive a written invitation to attend the upcoming ordeal from your chapter.

If you are unable to participate in your Chapter's ordeal, you must contact your Chapter Adviser or Associate Adviser to make arrangements before you register to attend another listed ordeal within National Capital Area Council (NCAC).

Other upcoming Ordeals:
- Mega Ordeal (Camp Synder) - March 27-29
- Potomac Chapter (Butler Montessori School) - April 10-12  (You will need to receive preapproval before registering, due to property limitations.)
- Summer Lodge Ordeal (Camp Snyder) August 2-4 
- To find alternate ordeals - Use Wipit Find your Ordeal

Candidates have 18 months from the date of election to complete their Ordeal. 

Candidates: No cell phones or electronic devices allowed (including smart watches)

Everyone: No knives

Notice to all members who are eligible for Brotherhood conversion:
If have been a member for 6 months (before October 25, 2025), you are now eligible to convert to Brotherhood.
Brotherhood class and ceremony will be held on Saturday.

Notice to all Order of the Arrow members
All active Order of the Arrow members are encouraged to register. An active Order of the Arrow member is:
- Currently registered with Scouting America and
- Lodge dues are paid through current year (2026)

If your dues are not current, you will need to pay them. (Candidate’s dues are included in the Ordeal costs.) 

Pay your annual dues online.  Pay by March 31, 2026 and dues are $20.  Dues are $25 after that date.

Additional Documents: 
See sidebar for all documents to be downloaded and completed. There are NO extra forms on site.

Scouting America Annual Health & Medical Record form (Parts A, B1 and B2 - this is NOT signed by a doctor) required for all Lodge/Chapter events - Forms will returned as part of the check-out process unless stricter health guidelines are re-established.
All participants who attend the Ordeal MUST complete the current medical form and bring a printed copy (It is the first one on this page; it is used for activities of less than 72 hours.), along with a copy of your insurance card front and back.  (Electronic copies are not allowed per Scouting America.)

All medications need to be in the original containers with the Scouts' name, dosage requirements (containers will be returned), and with the correct amount of Medication for the weekend. This includes over the counter drugs with a signed note from Parent/Guardian with dosage and instructions on the time to be taken. Place all containers in a zip-locked bag labeled with the Scouts' name.  All medications shall be turned in during check in.  If you use an inhaler or EpiPen, please bring a second one (Scout will carry one and the health center will hold the second.)

BRING THE COMPLETED HEALTH & MEDICAL RECORD FORM WITH A PHOTOCOPY OF BOTH SIDES OF YOUR INSURANCE CARD TO THE ORDEAL, IF THE FAMILY DOES NOT HAVE MEDICAL INSURANCE STATE "NONE".

If you have problems registering, contact Mrs. Mary Lou Gundersen at 301-869-5625 or oagundersen@comcast.net
- Day of Event call 301-704-7722