OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING

OA Scoutreach Mentoring

An Arrowman’s Introduction

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction What is Scoutreach?

The Scoutreach Division gives special leadership and emphasis to urban and rural Scouting programs. Scoutreach is the BSA's commitment to making sure that all young people have an opportunity to join Scouting, regardless of their circumstances, neighborhood, or ethnic background.

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Scoutreach Strategies

• Create awareness of Scoutreach. • Develop strategic support to ensure that emphasis is funded and pursued in the long term. • Develop strategic partnerships with potential chartered organizations in the community. • Develop stable units.

Courtesy: US Army Corps of Engineers

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Role of the Order of the Arrow

“

Actively support council efforts to improve and extend Scouting through Scoutreach and related programs

.”

* 2003-2007 OA Strategic Plan “A Legacy of Servant Leadership”

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction What is OA Scoutreach Mentoring?

The Order of Arrow Scoutreach Mentoring program is a joint effort of the national Scoutreach Division of the Boy Scouts of America and the Order of the Arrow.

Its purpose is to

identify and assist urban and rural Scout troops whose camping and advancement programs are below standard

.

Reprinted from: A History of the Order of the Arrow

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction

Interested arrowmen with strong camping/outdoor skills

OA Scoutreach Mentoring

Scoutreach Units or other units in need of experienced leaders and mentors

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Role of the Lodge

Utilize existing

lodge service committee

or establish

OA Scoutreach Mentoring committee

to perform the following: Identify Units Develop Master Profile Match Mentors to Units Evaluate/ Recognize Recruit Mentors

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Quality Lodge – Requirement 17

“The lodge created a plan to serve the OA Scoutreach Mentoring program. The plan was approved by the Scout executive or the council Scoutreach committee and was included in the lodge annual report.” - 2006 Quality Lodge Requirement 17

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Mentor’s Responsibilities

• Complete OA Scoutreach Mentoring application and submit to the lodge committee responsible for the OA Scoutreach Mentoring program • Develop an

Action Plan

in conjunction with the unit leader and unit commissioner • Fulfill commitment based on expectations defined in the

Action Plan

OA Scoutreach Mentoring Application

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction Recognition

Upon successful completion of their Action Plan, an OA Scoutreach mentor is eligible to receive the following recognition.

First Action Plan

: Bronze border patch and certificate

Second Action Plan

: Silver border patch and certificate

Third Action Plan

: Gold border patch and certificate

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction What Can I Do?

Consider the following: 1. What can the lodge do to encourage Arrowmen to serve as OA Scoutreach mentors?

2. How can the lodge increase awareness of Scoutreach and the OA Scoutreach Mentoring program in their council?

3. What can I do to promote this program and/or participate?

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction What is your personal commitment?

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction LEADERSHIP

“He alone is worthy to wear the Arrow who will continue faithfully to serve his fellowman.”

Allowat Sakima

OA SCOUTREACH MENTORING An Arrowman’s Introduction