The Ordeal

Yes. Adults have to successfully pass the same ordeal as the youth in order to become members. They must also complete it within a one-year period.

Then you would have to be re-elected.  In extreme cases, such as family emergencies, the Lodge Executive Committee will consider granting an extension of the Ordeal eligibility period.  However, each case is considered separately on its own merits and must be brought to the Lodge Executive Committee.  For more information, contact the Lodge Adviser. For

The induction ceremony, called the Ordeal, is the first step toward full membership in the Order. During the experience, candidates maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The entire experience is designed to teach significant values. All candidates for membership must complete the Ordeal.

You have one year from the date of your election to take your Ordeal. The lodge offers 4 weekends in the fall and 4 weekends in the spring. You may attend any weekend that works for you. This affords every person at least many opportunities to complete their Ordeal.

After your election, you will receive a US postal letter and / or an email from the Lodge in the August timeframe. This letter details the information about the Ordeal weekend, what to bring, and other information. There will also be a link to register for an Ordeal Induction Weekend. This information will be supplied

No.  All those who are elected must first successfully pass an Ordeal.