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2. Session Objectives To understand what makes an OA event “special”
To gain a greater understanding of the importance of special events in the OA
To gain skill in rethinking and reorganizing chapter & lodge events on a grand scale
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3. “Flavors” of Special Events
Events that are not part of the “normal” annual program of the lodge
A special circumstance surrounding an event that is normally part of the lodge’s annual program
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4. Even Special Events Need A Purpose
What role(s) can special events play in having a successful annual lodge program?
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5. Perception of Special Events
Remember the first part of the Purpose of the Order of the Arrow
Arrowmen are highly visible – as are their actions
Are we acting as an integral part of the council?
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6. Questions?
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7. What to Share The name of your event The purpose of your event
Why the event is or needs to be special
How you made (will make) the event special
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8. Session Objectives To understand what makes an OA event “special”
To gain a greater understanding of the importance of special events in the OA
To gain skill in rethinking and reorganizing chapter & lodge events on a grand scale
Order of the Arrow • Lodge Leadership Development •
Event Planning