Potomac Council, Boy Scouts of America

Ahtuhquog Lodge

Purpose of the Order of the Arrow:

A Scouting's National Honor Society, the Order of the Arrow is an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America. Our purpose is to:

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Recognize those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and through that recognition cause others to conduct themselves in a way that warrants similar recognition.
Promote camping, responsible outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship as essential components of every Scout's experience, in the unit, year-round, and in summer camp.
Develop leaders with the willingness, character, spirit, and ability to advance the activities of their units, our brotherhood, Scouting, and ultimately our nation.
Crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.

Mission of the Ahtuhquog Lodge:

The mission of the Ahtuhquog lodge is to achieve the purpose of The Order of the Arrow as an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America in the Potomac Council through positive youth leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults.