Amangamek-Wipit Lodge

2022 Vigil Induction

Only Vigil candidates and members may sign up to attend Vigil induction events. Vigil Induction is scheduled for Saturday, August 13 – Sunday, August 14, 2022 at Camp Olmsted|Goshen Scout Reservation. If you are not able to attend this scheduled induction date, you must contact the Vigil Inductions Team vigilinductions@wipit470.org at your earliest opportunity. 

Vigil candidates should identify their guide when registering. Vigil members planning to be a Vigil guide should identify the candidate that they will be guiding.  Tents will not be provided. Vigil members should plan on bringing their own personal tent to this event.

In addition to your uniform shirt and Brotherhood sash, candidates should dress appropriately to remain in the outdoors for a lengthy time (remember come prepared for the season and not the day). Prepare your pack for the experience by including the following items:

Mask
Canteen or a large water bottle
Rain gear
Watch
Matches
Pocket knife, axe, or saw
Small Camp Chair

We ask that guides bring a gallon jug or bucket.

You must arrive by 7 pm Saturday, August 13. Check-in will begin at 7 pm and meetings will begin at 8 pm. Please eat dinner before arriving on Saturday night.

Our experience has shown that candidates will be tired following the Vigil; driving home is not permitted. You MUST carpool with someone who is not participating in the overnight activities (this is a National policy).  Please arrange for your ride to pick you up about an hour after sunrise, around 9 am on Sunday, August 14.

The cost is $60 per Vigil Candidate. This price includes your registration for Vigil, as well as your registration for the Lodge Banquet to be held in January 2023. If you plan to purchase the 2023 Lodge Passport, this registration can cover one of your guests.

The cost is $15 for Vigil members attending as guides or staff.  Staff positions must be approved by the Vigil Inductions Adviser in advance.

Notice to all Order of the Arrow members
All active Order of the Arrow Vigil Honor members are encouraged to register. An active Order of the Arrow member is:
- Currently registered with BSA and
- Lodge dues are paid through current year.
If your dues are not current you will need to pay them. Pay your annual dues online. Dues are $16.

All registrants must bring a copy of their BSA Annual Health and Medical Form (parts A & B). There are links to the form on this registration page. Please review and follow the BSA Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist.

All members 18 years or older must be current in their Youth Protection Training.

More information will be sent out to all Vigil Candidates and Vigil Members from the Inductions team. Please watch for emails from the Inductions team closer to the event.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email the Vigil Inductions Team at vigilinductions@wipit470.org.