Colonneh Lodge, Order of the Arrow

OAOrder of the Arrow

The Order of the Arrow is the national honor society of Scouting America. The Order of the Arrow (OA) recognizes Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. This recognition encourages others to live these ideals as well. Colonneh Lodge is the Sam Houston Area Council's Order of the Arrow Lodge. Learn more

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For questions about the Order of the Arrow, contact the lodge chief at chief@colonneh.org (an adult adviser will be automatically copied).

OA Summit and Banquet

January 24, 2026

BanquetAll Arrowmen are invited to attend the 2026 Colonneh Summit, a lodge training event designed for all youth and adult Arrowmen to gain better knowledge on how to get more out of their OA experience and learn how to use the resources of Colonneh Lodge to better benefit their units, chapters, and the lodge itself.  In addition, it is an opportunity for all Arrowmen to learn more about lodge activities and to expand their OA role via exposure to new opportunities available to them in our lodge. In the afternoon, Colonneh Summit ends with a Lodge Executive Committee (LEC).

On Saturday evening, Arrowmen gather for a night of celebration at the Lodge Banquet. Together, Arrowmen share an appreciation for the outgoing officers, recognize the Chapter of the Year, bestow awards on outstanding Arrowmen, and celebrate the past year’s accomplishments. The evening is filled with fun and excitement as we kick off the new year with the induction of the new officers and advisers!  Also, an amazingly good catered meal is part of the fun!

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Section Conclave

March 27-29, 2026

conclaveThe Lone Star Fellowship (Section Conclave) is an annual event where nine lodges from Gateway Region Section 2 (G2) get together for fellowship, competitions, and lots of fun while celebrating the traditions of the Order of the Arrow.

Registration opens soon!

OA Trail Crew

March 12-14 & 15-17, 2026

Trail CfrewOA Trail Crew is an opportunity for Arrowmen (ages 14 and older) to provide service to the trails at Camp Strake and establish a bond of brotherhood with fellow Arrowmen. OA Trail Crew is modeled after the National High Adventure Base programs.  It is also an opportunity to learn how to do trail and conservation projects. The trail crew activities develop leadership and planning skills for all those involved through cheerful activities and serves as a method to continue to grow the spirit of the Order of the Arrow. ​

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OA Bash

April 24-26, 2026

OA BashOA Bash is a weekend event that allows Arrowmen to recommit themselves to the principles of our order: brotherhood, cheerfulness, and service. The event starts Friday night with exciting activities, an opening assembly, and plenty of snacks. The main program is held on Saturday with service opportunities and morning training.  In the afternoon, Arrowmen dive into all the amazing activities Camp Strake offers, lasting late into the night. There will be an epic feast cooked on the Colonneh Lodge BBQ trailer, and the evening ends with a huge closing campfire—it will be legendary!

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Ordeals

Ordeals

To become a member of Colonneh Lodge, Scouts who were elected into the Order of the Arrow (OA) by their unit must complete an Ordeal.

Calendar

Calendar

Order of the Arrow members can participate in exclusive lodge, section, and national events

Resources

Resources

Learn more about OA elections, chapters, contacts, scholarships, and more.

Trading Post

Trading Post

Visit the lodge Trading Post for fantastic patch offerings!  

Golden Ticket

Golden Ticket

The Golden Ticket is an annual, one-time registration fee for one year of dues, the main lodge events and unlimited Ordeal staffing.  

OA Dues

OA Dues

Colonneh Lodge dues are renewed annually online.  

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