Registration for the 2022 Western Shore & Patuxent Chapters' Fall Ordeal Weekend
and Brotherhood Conversion

Date:  October 07-09, 2022

Where:  Camp St. Charles, 15375 Stella Maris Dr, Newburg, MD 2066415375 Stella Maris Dr, Newburg, MD 20664

Questions?

Contact:  Western Shore Chapter Adviser:  Winnie Niemi – oa.wscadviser@gmail.com, 301-520-7939
                 Patuxent Chapter Adviser:  Jim Steinbach - Antelope10913@gmail.com, 240-904-4195

Registration:

- All registrations must be completed online

- Gather this information before starting your registration

     - OA # - not required for ordeal candidates

     - BSA #

     - OA Chapter

     - Name, Address, Email (one that is read), Phones

     - Allergies/medical/dietary restrictions

     - Volunteer Opportunities

     - Brotherhood Conversion

Early Bird Discount ends: Sunday, September 11th, 2022 11:59 pm
Registration closes: Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 11:59 pm

Check-In Time: Friday 6:00-8:00 pm

Check Out Time: Sunday at 10:00 am

PLEASE NOTE THAT DINNER IS NOT PROVIDED ON FRIDAY!!

Notice to Elangomats: As an Elangomat, you agree to volunteer to lead candidates during the entire Ordeal Weekend.  If you are interested in being an Elangomat for Ordeal Candidates, please contact Winnie Niemi, Western Shore Chapter Adviser, 301-520-7939 or Jim Steinbach, Patuxent Chapter Adviser, 240-904-4195.

Notice all Order of the Arrow members:  All active OA members are encouraged to register.  An active Order of the Arrow member, is currently registered with BSA and has paid 2022 Lodge dues.  If your dues are not current, you can pay them online:  https://scoutingevent.com/082-52773

Ordeal Candidate Weekend Gear

These items should be packed in a separate bag from the rest of your gear and be able to be easily carried:

Sleeping bag

Water bottle

Waterproof ground cloth/sheet {8x10 tarp}

Insect repellent & Sunscreen

Your remaining gear should include the following:

Complete Boy Scout uniform (shirt, pants, belt, socks, neckerchief, & hat)

Work clothes, work gloves, and hat (some work projects will involve work that will potentially soil your clothing; so be sure to bring work clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty or paint on. As there is a possibility you may encounter poison ivy, please consider wearing a long-sleeved shirt and long pants for your work clothing, and bring a change of work clothing in a plastic bag should you need to change during the day.)

Personal grooming supplies

Jacket/windbreaker

Multiple pairs of socks

Change(s) of underwear

Rain gear (a scout is prepared)

Tent

Sturdy boots or work shoes

Flashlight

OA Sash (current members)

REMEMBER: All clothing should be appropriate for the outdoors and time of year. Remember you should pack for the season; be prepared!

DO NOT BRING: radios, CD player, or other electronic equipment. You may be asked to check-in your cell phone or to lock it in your car.

DO NOT BRING: any snacks or food items.

Additional Documents: Please add links for the following forms - BSA Health and Medical Form

BSA Health & Medical Record Form required for all lodge/chapter events.  All Order of the Arrow members/candidates who attend the Ordeal MUST complete the medical form.  (It is the first one on this page; it is used for activities of less than 72 hours and does not require a doctor’s signature.) 

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