How is the Order of the Arrow sash worn?

The OA sash should always be worn over the right shoulder; it is not appropriate to wear the sash on your belt, as a neck tie, as a head band, or at the same time as a merit badge sash.

What are the ranks in Order of the Arrow?

There are three levels of membership in the Order of the Arrow: Ordeal, Brotherhood, and Vigil Honor. After undertaking the Ordeal, one has attained Ordeal membership. Brotherhood membership is attained after 6 months of service to the lodge.

Is the Order of the Arrow cultural appropriation?

The OA puts a strong emphasis on the use of Native American customs. For example, members of the Order of the Arrow will participate in traditional Indian dances and ceremonies. The purpose is to not make fun of these dances and ceremonies but to instill the strong trait of brotherhood.” cites Anderson.

Which shoulder does the sash go over?

right shoulder
The sash is usually worn from the right shoulder to the left hip. A few orders do the contrary, according to their traditional statute.

Do you wear OA sash to Eagle Court of Honor?

The Troop OA Representative and OA Troop Advisor I would only suggest wearing it while actually conducting official OA duties, like making announcements, during elections, at Courts of Honor when presenting the OA calendar to the parents, etc.

Where does the Order of the Arrow patch go?

An OA region patch is considered a temporary emblem and can only be worn on the right uniform pocket below the lodge flap. There are many temporary patches that can be worn in this same uniform position so you’ll have to decide which one to wear. I hope this helps!

What is the first level of the Order of the Arrow?

Ordeal
Ordeal. The first stage in the Order of the Arrow is Ordeal membership. This is the “joining stage”, and should be only temporary. The second degree of membership is Brotherhood, “where an Arrowmen completes his induction, and seals his membership in the Order.

What does WWW stand for in Order of the Arrow?

Wimachtendienk Wingolauchsik Witahemui
The original name of the OA was not Order of the Arrow. That name would not be accepted as the public name for the Order until later. The Original name selected was Wimachtendienk Wingolauchsik Witahemui or WWW and was known as ‘The Wimachtendienk’.

What is an order sash?

Sashes are the most obvious part of the insignia of an order, but lots more comes with. A sash is worn with a badge at the hip, and a star at the chest or waist. Many orders have different ranks within them, and insignia can vary with rank. The highest and most formal mark of an order is typically the collar.

How do you wear a Scout sash?

There’s only one right place for a merit badge sash: over the right shoulder. It can be worn over or under the epaulet (shoulder loop). And keep in mind “a merit badge sash is never worn on the belt,” according to the Guide.