The 2025 Muscogee Lodge #116 Chief's Retreat / Lodge Leadership Development Conference will be held December 6-8, 2024 at Camp Barstow.

The Chief's Retreat and Lodge Leader Development Conference (LLDC) is a critical and engaging event for our current and future lodge and chapter leaders to plan for the future and hone essential skills to do their jobs effectively. The event is open to all dues-paid lodge members at no cost to the individual. The event is designed to engage current and future leaders and adviser within our lodge and chapters. If you are an elected lodge officer, appointed chairman, or an adviser, you must attend the Chief's Retreat; all lodge members interested in improving their leadership skills, learning more about lodge leadership, or thinking of running for lodge office in the future should attend.

During this intensive weekend, leaders will experience training from some of the top trainers in the area as well as specially tailored working sessions to map out the year ahead. Youth leaders and advisers will work closely together to set a strong foundation for the future of the Lodge. We will also have a meeting of the Lodge Executive Board Meeting to make a range of important decisions. Please register early so we can properly prepare our food, facilities, and program materials in advance.

What to Expect:

• Leadership Development
• Planning & Strategy Sessions
• Team Building
• Develop Effective Communications

How Much:

• Because of the importance of this event and the narrow audience it is intended for, the event will be free for all participants.

When to Come:

• Check-in is from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Dining Hall.
• Please don’t arrive prior to 6:00 pm as the camp will not be prepared for Arrowmen before that time.

Important Details:

• Provide a current, complete, and signed BSA Medical Form (Part A & B – no doctor signature required). Medical forms will be kept on file with our Medical Officer for future lodge events. A BSA Medical Form is valid for 12 months from the date it was signed. If in doubt, complete a new one or email the medical team at medical@muscogeelodge.org.
• Dinner is NOT provided Friday night. Please eat before you arrive or bring a bag dinner.
• For additional information, visit the event website by clicking HERE.

Registration Notes:

• OA event registrations requires the use of your BSA Member ID. If you are unsure of your number, please visit my.Scouting or the OA Member Portal.
• NOTICE: All participants are required to maintain current BSA registration to participate in OA Events. In addition, adults (age 18 and older) are required to maintain current Youth Protection Training (YPT). Using your unique BSA Member ID allows us to synchronize BSA and OA (LodgeMaster) membership databases. This allows us to verify BSA registration and YPT to better service the lodge and ensure participants are covered under BSA insurance.
• If you have issues registering, contact info@muscogeelodge.org for assistance.