Well, another chapter has ended in the history of the Cahuilla Lodge. We start to continue our journey of service to others, through the new programs and training unveiled at NOAC. We need to thank the past Lodge Officers and Advisers for their leadership and guidance through this past year. We were well prepared to meet the challenges thrown down by the other three Lodges in our Section. But, of course the spirit that dwells deep within each member of Cahuilla, has not found any to challenge it. In other words, there were none who could match this Lodge Spirit. Camp promo, Training, Sports, ceremonies, we couldn't find anyone to compete with. Our Dancers, our Drums, our Arrowmen, there were no challenges. Thanks for the memories of an outstanding Conclave. Watch out next year.
NOAC was everything it was hyped to be and more. To all of my fellow arrowmen, and our adopted Navajo Brother, thanks for making the experience as enjoyable as it could be. With all the events that were going on it was difficult at the least to account for each and every one of you. But then again, you're the cream of the crop, the top of the barrel, you're all trustworthy. Thanks for watching out for me. Also thanks for all the help that was provided by the Advisers in attendance. Way to let your hair down and just live the experience and have fun. A big thanks to Dennis Underwood and John Winston for their advise and assistance in helping teach me what I'm suppose to do, and for keeping me focused on the higher purpose of the Order.
This Fall Fellowship was great. We inducted some new Vigil Members into our Lodge, sealed the ties of Brotherhood with a few more, and had both the current and past Advisers cooking breakfast our Arrowmen. It was a good time for all. Thanks to the host chapter(s) for their hard work and planning that ensured an excellent time for all. Great communication with the WEB Page Staff. Who would of thought that we'd have a live web-site right at camp. Small steps for Scouting, larger leaps and bounds for Cahuilla Arrowmen. Great Job!
In closing, let me remind each and everyone of you, I'm the Lodge Adviser. My phone number is (XXX)XXX-XXXX. I'm here to serve you, not the other way around. If you have an idea that you want to implement, let's talk. There are a lot of things that need to be done. There are a few things that need to be changed. But, they all begin with you. Are you ready to commit the time? If so, there may be a job for you in your Lodge, Chapter, or Troop. With the push toward service, don't forget that the duty of all Arrowmen starts with their home unit. Promote camping and offer service as a means of keeping your obligation. Service to others through Scouting.

Peter Mandery


Lodge Adviser