F O R W A R D
My Area Order of the Arrow history project was started in 1980 when I saw a list of past host lodges, chiefs, and advisers in the W4A Section Conclave program. I started out preparing a similar list for Section W4B and as a result become interested in trying to collect more detailed data for Area W4. When I ran out of responsive sources for data, I decided to publish the data I had in the hope that it would stimulate additional input. This was in March 1983. With additional data gathered and the first books mostly sold, I put out a revised book in December 1986. With the recent assignment of Section W5A to Area W4 as Section W4C, I decided to start to put together their data for this revision. The data is incomplete at this time, but I hope in time it will be complete. IF ANYONE CAN PROVIDE ME WITH OLD PROGRAMS, NEWSLETTERS, OTHER COMMUNICATIONS OR MEMORIES FROM W4C, W5A, OR AREA XIIF DATING BACK TO 1955, I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.
I still require substantiating data and information as follows:
1) Copies of programs as follows:
Area U Section A 1946 & 1950
Area XIIA 1958 & 1962
Area XIIE 1959 & 1969
Area XIIF All except 1970, 1971 & 1972.
Section W4C 1974, 1975, 1977 & 1978
Section W5A 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1986, & 1987
2) Names of all officers and advisers for Area U Section A for 1947.
3) The location of any of the following past chiefs:
NAME LODGE YEAR AREA/SECTION
Jack Nicolson 252 1949 UA
Loren Tarvin 225 1951 XIIA
Chuck Pierce 127 1955 XIIA
Al Robinson 298 1957 XIIA
Greg Richards 430 1966 XIIA
John Yancy 436 1968 XIIA
Larry Abernathy 436 1970 XIIA
Pat Smith 228 1957 XIIE
All Chiefs All XIIF
Most Chiefs All W5A
Most Chiefs All W4C
4) Names of Vice Chiefs (Deputy Chief) and secretaries or other officers at the time for many of the years.
I hope the data included herein is of interest to you. I also would appreciate any corrections or additional data you can provide. It is hard to come by at best and is frequently inaccurate. Please help if you can. Enjoy the Order of the Arrow as I have and it will provide you with many friends, fellowship, fun, and satisfaction.
Yours in the WWW,
Tom Tabb
Tom Tabb
Region Order of the Arrow Committee
AREA 4 OA HISTORY
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
I wish to thank all who have contributed to the completion of this history. Following is a list of most of the contributors:
John B. Adams |
Carl N. Helmick |
Bob Pattison |
Vaughan Armstrong |
Ken Hody |
Walt Pearson |
Alden G. Barber |
Al Hoogeveen |
Dan Reaser |
Phil Brigandi |
Ernie Houston |
Art Remley (deceased) |
Dave Brown |
Howard Houston |
Harry Smith |
Gary Christiansen |
John Hoy |
Jerry Smith |
Larry Eberstein |
Dick Lamb |
Hollis Spindle (deceased) |
Ron Ellis |
Dr. Bob MacFarlane |
Jim Stainer |
Leonard Fry |
Dick Martin |
John Sterrett |
Marv Goffman |
Terry Meier |
Walt Whidden |
Tom Gould |
Bruce Miller |
Walt White |
George Gunderman |
Dave Minnehan |
Chuck Williams |
Hurley Hagood |
Bruce Moore |
|
Ken Harlan |
Mike Nathan |
|
I wish to express a special thanks to John B. Adams, Carl N. Helmick, Dr. Bob MacFarlane, Bruce Moore, Dan Reaser, and Walt White.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
HISTORY SUMMARY a
AREA U 1
AREA U SECTION A 1
AREA XIIA 3
SECTION W4B 9
AREA XIIE 24
SECTION W4A 30
AREA XIIF 46
SECTION W4C 51
SECTION W5A 53
SECTION W4C 58
OFFICER SUMMARY Back of book
AREA U
AREA U Site * Camp Drake, San Ynez Mountains & Santa Barbara, CA.
MARCH 26-29 Host * Canalino 90
1945 Chief * Ernie Houston 249
Treasurer * Ron Calonico 282
Secretary * Glen Mahoney 252
Lay Adviser * none
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The program indicates that this is the first AREA U fellowship meeting. representatives of the following lodges were present: 90, 102, 207, 225, 249, 252, 278, 282, and 304. The total attendance was 68 persons. Member lodges not represented were as follows: 98, 127, 177, 228, 262, 263, 291, 298, 303, and 312. The officers were honorary. The July 1945 National Bulletin doesn’t list lodge 312 in AREA U. The Region Adviser was know as the Area Leader at this time. A. R. (Andy) Groenink was appointed to the National Committee.
AREA U / A
AREA U Site * Camp Bill Lane, Sunland, CA.
SECTION A Host * SPE LE YAI 249
1946 Chief * Henry Use 90
Lay Adviser * Wynn Fairchild 228 (deceased)
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: reference was made to the site in the 1945 program and again in the 1954 XIIA program. The fourteenth meeting of the National Lodge was held August 27-29 at Chanute Field, IL. per the July 1946 National Bulletin. It listed Carl Helmick as the new Area Leader of XIIA. This raises the question of designation since area records indicate 1951 as the first year with this designation. A. R. (Andy) Groenink was appointed to the National Executive Committee.
AREA U Site * Camp Josepho, Pacific Palisades, CA.
SECTION A Host * Tamet 225
MARCH 28-30 Chief *
1947 Lay Adviser * Wynn Fairchild 228 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Carl N. Helmick 127
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The program says Section A Area U third annual fellowship conference. Jack Davies was the Camp Josepho Camp Director. The following lodges are members of the section: 90, 98, 127, 225, 249, 252, 298, and 304. No numbers were listed, but Boulder Dam and Cochise were listed. The host Lodge Chief was Arthur C. Slinde.
AREA U Site * Camp Arther Letts, CA.
SECTION A Host * Siwinis 252 (Unverified)
MARCH 19-21 Chief * Jack Davies 225
1948 Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Carl N. Helmick 127
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The program called this the second annual Section A conference. All indications are that this was the third. There were 12 lodges.
AREA U Site * Camp Drake, San Ynez Mountains, CA.
SECTION A Host * Canalino 90
APRIL 8-10 Chief * Jack Nicholson 252
1949 Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Carl N. Helmick 127
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The program says this is the fifth annual conference. If the first conference in 1945 had been Section A only, this would be true; however, the 1945 conference has been verified as all of Area U. There were 12 lodges.
AREA U Site * Camp Emerson, Idyllwild, CA.
SECTION A Host * Tahquitz 127
MARCH 24-26 Chief * Andy Bissaccia 90
1950 Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Carl N. Helmick 127
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: They had 10 inches of snow at this conference.
AREA XIIA
AREA XIIA Site * Camp RO KI LI, San Bernardino Mountains, CA.
MARCH 16-18 Host * San Gorgonio 298
1951 Chief * Loren Tarvin 225
Vice Chief * Jim Lang 252
Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Carl N. Helmick 127
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The area was redesignated during this year. Names in the program without titles were as follows: Kirby Hester 127, Dan ____ker 249, John Dryden 90, Bob Brier 291. A Vigil ceremony was run for five arrowmen including Tubby Houston. It was very cold. There were 16 lodges.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Emerald Bay, Catalina Island, CA.
APRIL 4-6 Host * Tamet 225
1952 Chief * Bob Brier 298
Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Cecil (Skip) Fife 298 (deceased)
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The fee was $3.00. A. R. (Andy) Groenink received the Distinguished Service Award.
AREA XIIA Site * Balboa Park Camp, CA.
APRIL 10-12 Host * Ashie 436
1953 Chief * Harry V. Smith 228
Lay Adviser * George Aunger 252 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Cecil (Skip) Fife 298 (deceased)
Region Adviser * A. R. (Andy) Groenink 90 (deceased)
Comments: The program says this is the ninth annual conference. It also notes Bob Brier 298 as the assistant to the Area Adviser. Harry Smith told me he was unable to attend. The host Lodge Chief was Dick Stanford. Lodges in attendance were 90, 98, 127, 225, 228, 249, 252, 298, 304, 312, 391, 432, and 436.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Bill Lane, Sunland, CA.
APRIL 23-25 Host * SPE LE YAI 249
1954 Chief * Bill Marumoto 298
Lay Adviser * Sid Frantz 436
Professional Adviser * Cecil (Skip) Fife 298 (deceased)
Region Adviser * Roland Dye (deceased)
Comments: The program says this is the tenth annual conference. The December 4, 1954 minutes thanked Skip Fife for his 3 1/2 years as adviser. There was a newsletter called the “Quiver”. The program referenced SPE LE YAI as host in 1946. Lodges in the area are as follows: 90, 98, 127, 225, 228, 249, 252, 291, 298, 304, 312, 391, 432, 436 488, and 494.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Emerson, Idyllwild, CA.
APRIL 15-17 Host * Tahquitz 127
1955 Chief * Chuck Pierce 127
Lay Adviser * Sid Frantz 436
Professional Adviser * Howard (Tubby) Houston 249 (deceased)
Region Adviser * Roland Dye (deceased)
Comments: Last year before XIIE was formed. Elections were held for both areas. Lots of snow. Lodges in the area are as follows: 90, 98, 127, 225, 228, 249, 252, 291, 298, 304, 319, 430, 432, 436 and 488.
AREA XIIA Site * El Toro Marine Air Station, El Toro, CA.
APRIL 6-8 Host * Ahwahnee 430
1956 Chief * John B. Adams 298
Secretary * Larry Grace 478
Lay Adviser * Sid Frantz 436
Professional Adviser * John Sterrett 298
Region XIIA Adviser * John Triplett (deceased)
Region XII Adviser * Victor D. Sharp
Comments: First year after XIIA split. First year for Indian dance competition, and brotherhood chorus. Winners of solo dance competition in three categories were Ernie Wakham 298, Larry Francis 298, and Chuck Williams 127. The team winner was Ashie 436. Tom Watrous 127 lead the brotherhood chorus. Paul Keely 436 headed the area flag committee. The following lodges were in the new area: 98, 127, 298, 380, 430, 436, and 478. Attendance was 185. National committee members attending were Ed Dike and Bob Gerhart. There was a special tour of El Toro. Carl Montgomery was the host lodge chief. The facilities were for 300 and the cost was $6.00. Sid Frantz brought up the idea of a perpetual chief metal in a letter to John Adams. Apparently it was never acted on.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Arataba, Barton Flats, San Bernardino Mountains, CA.
APRIL 26-28 Host * Wisumahi 478
1957 Chief * Al Robinson 298
Lay Adviser * Sid Frantz 436
Professional Adviser * John Sterrett 298
Region XII Adviser * John Triplett (deceased)
Comments: Host lodge chief was Vernon Evans. Lodges present were 98, 127, 298, 380, 430, 436, and 478.
AREA XIIA Site * Balboa Park Camp, San Diego, CA.
APRIL 11-13 Host * Ashie 436
1958 Chief * Paul Kelly 436 (deceased)
Lay Adviser * Sid Frantz 436
Professional Adviser * John Sterrett 298
Region XII Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments: The area newsletter was called the “Quiver”. Philip W. Robins was the National Executive Secretary. Paul Kelly was killed in Vietnam. 30 members of Ahwahnee attended.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp RO KI LI, San Bernardino Mountains, CA.
APRIL 3-5 Host * San Gorgonio 298
1959 Chief * Bob MacFarlane 298
Lay Adviser * Tom Pierce 127
Professional Adviser * Bob Ashley 430
Region XII Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments: The host lodge chief was Chuck Remley. ATSA 380 was trying to become more active. Tom Pierce couldn’t attend the conference. Lodges present were 98, 127, 298, 380, 430, 436, and 488.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Emerson, Idyllwild, CA.
APRIL 1-3 Host * Tahquitz 127
1960 Chief * Lee Ellis 436
Lay Adviser * Tom Pierce 127
Professional Adviser * Bob Ashley 430
Region XII Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments: Lodges present were 98, 127, 298, 380, 430, 436, and 488. San Gorgonio won 1st place in indian dancing.
AREA XIIA Site * San Bernardino Valley JR. College, San Bernardino, CA.
APRIL 7-9 Host * Wisumahi 478
1961 Chief * William C. Hopkins 98 (Resigned)
Bruce Moore 430 (appointed)
Deputy Area Chief * Bruce Moore 430 (resigned)
Ted Tudor 478 (appointed)
Lay Adviser * Dr. Jim Weston 436
Professional Adviser * Hollis Spindle (deceased) 298
Region XII Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments: Attendance 220
AREA XIIA Site * Palomar College, San Marcos, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * Ashie 436
1962 Chief * Bruce Moore 430
Deputy Chief * Steve Fossett 298
Lay Adviser * John Hoy 298
Professional Adviser * Walt Pearson 430
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: Ahwahnee won . Ahwahnee had the responsibility for publishing the Conference newspaper: there were 2 editions.1st place in Ordeal and camp craft. Ahwahnee had 25 in attendance.
AREA XIIA Site * Fullerton J. C., Fullerton, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Ahwahnee 430
1963 Chief * Craig Reide 98
Deputy Area Chief * Bill Oliver
Lay Adviser * John Hoy 298
Professional Adviser * Walt Pearson 430
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: Jim Heimer was the Conference Coordinator for Ahwahnee Lodge.
AREA XIIA Site * Chaffey College, Alta Loma, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Navajo 98
1964 Chief * Ted Patrick 127
Deputy Area Chief * Larry Rupp Jr. 298
Lay Adviser * John Hoy 298
Professional Adviser * Walt Pearson 430
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: Member lodges were 98, 127, 198, 380, 430, 436, and 478. The cost was $5.50 per person.
AREA XIIA Site * Redlands High School, Redlands, CA.
APRIL 23-25 Host * ATSA 380
1965 Chief * Scott Anders 98
Deputy Area Chief * Skip Park 436
Lay Adviser * John Hoy 298
Professional Adviser * Walt Pearson 430
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “IN BROTHERHOOD WE SERVE”. Fee $6.00. Larry Fowler was Host Lodge Chief. Ahwahnee placed first in the Brotherhood ceremony and second in swimming, potlatch, and the Ordeal ceremony. A Conference newspaper was published. San Gorgonio won awards for costuming and dancing. They also place high in swimming and potlatch. 48 San Gorgonio members attended.
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA.
APRIL 15-17 Host * Ashie 436
1966 Chief * Greg Richards 430
Deputy Area Chief * Bob Lindboe 98
Lay Adviser * Maury Clancy 436 (Deceased)
Professional Adviser * Robert Nicholson
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “STRAIGHT THE PATH TO OUR GOAL”. Maury Clancy was a member of the National Committee. His term is unknown. The fee was $5.00. Basketball, baseball, and swimming competitions were held.
AREA XIIA Site * George AFB, Victorville, CA.
MARCH 31 Host * Wisumahi 478
APRIL 1-2 Chief * Bob Lindboe 98
1967 Lay Adviser * Maury Clancy 436 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Bill Gruber 127
Region XII Adviser * David R. Martin
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “MEN TO MATCH OUR MTS.”. The fee was $5.00. The attendance was 600 from seven (7) lodges. Special guests included Col. Carol Edson, Robert Gilrath the Deputy Director of NASA, and LTG. Barry Goldwater. San Gorgonio took every prize but one in costuming. They won most of the dancing awards and paced first in both Ordeal and Brotherhood ceremonies. It was very cold.
AREA XIIA Site * Corona Del Mar High School, Newport Beach, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * San Gorgonio 298
1968 Chief * John Yancy 436
Deputy Area Chief * Mo Gotcher 127
Lay Adviser * Larry Rupp Sr. 298
Professional Adviser * Ken Harlan 298
Region XII Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region XII Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “ONWARD IN BROTHERHOOD”. The fee was $6.50. According to the records I can find, there was a change in how the OA was handled in the region at this time. Each area had a separate region adviser and the overall region had a coordinator. There were two versions of the patch. The one issued at the Conference had a rolled border. It is my understanding that the cut edge version was a prototype and that 24 each were made. The change was made because the officers didn’t like the cut edge.
AREA XIIA Site * Ontario High School, Ontario, CA.
APRIL 10-12 Host * Navajo 98
1969 Chief * Mo Gotcher 127
Deputy Area Chief * Rich Collier 380
Lay Adviser * Larry Rupp Sr. 298
Professional Adviser * Ken Harlan 298
Region XII Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region XII Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The fee was $6.50. The guest speaker was Don Fritzloff. The theme was “SERVICE ABOVE SELF“. The new Lodge Excellence Award was to be presented. The Adventure Award was a neckerchief slide. An old photo showed that this was the first year of the Niganit and it was won by Tahquitz 127. Winners of the other awards are unknown.
AREA XIIA Site * Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA.
APRIL 3-5 Host * Tahquitz 127
1970 Chief * Larry Abernathy 436
Deputy Area Chief * Ted Syddon 298
Lay Adviser * Larry Rupp Sr. 298
Professional Adviser * Jim Stainer 298
Region XII Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region XII Coordinator * David R. Martin
The theme was “SERVE TODAY – LEAD TOMORROW”. Comments: Eight (8) lodges attended. The Niganit was won by Tahquitz 127.
AREA XIIA Site * Los Alamitos High School, Los Alamitos, CA.
APRIL 16-18 Host * Ahwahnee 430
1971 Chief * Ted Lyddon 298
Deputy Area Chief * Kim Wilkinson 127
Lay Adviser * Wayne Fowlie 478
Professional Adviser * Al Gaudio 430
Region XII Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region XII Coordinator * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “BUILD FOR THOSE WHO FOLLOW”. The guest speaker was Dick Rice. Attendance was 850 plus from 8 lodges. The cost was $6.50. The Niganit was won by Navajo 98
AREA XIIA Site * Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA.
APRIL 7-9 Host * Ashie 436
1972 Chief * Chuck Howard 430
Deputy Area Chief * Terry Tyson
Deputy Conference Chief * Ray Hagan
Lay Adviser * Wayne Fowlie 478
Professional Adviser * Chief Owen Walker 436 (deceased)
Region XII Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region XII Coordinator * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “THE SPIRIT OF THE ARROW”. This was the last year before the redesignation of the area and implementation of the new section rules. Dave Boshea, the National Executive Secretary was the guest. Attendance was 829. Navajo won the Niganit. Jim Widmaier, the National Vice Chief, was a special guest. The Lodge Excellence Award was started this year. The winner is unknown.
SECTION W4B
MACHQUIGEN
(Plenty of Bears)
SECTION W4B Site * Redlands High School, Redlands, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * ATSA 380
1973 Chief * Dan Reaser 98
Vice Chief * Mike Cheley 127
Secretary * David G. Sears 98
Deputy Chief * Stephen Miller 127
Administrative Directors * Chuck Williams 298 & Dan Grant 98
Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Professional Adviser * Chief Owen Walker 436 (deceased)
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Richard Bentley
Region Coordinator * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “WELD EVERY LINK TIGHTLY”. This is the first year following the designation of areas to sections and establishment of new national section rules. The officer other than chief, vice chief, and secretary were not listed in the new rules as official offices. The fee was $7.50. Wiatava lodge 13 won the “Niganit” for the top lodge in the section in the conclave competition and the “Lodge Excellence Award” for the best lodge in the section for the year.
SECTION W4B Site * Golden West College, Westminster, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Wiatava 13
1974 Chief * Mike Cheley 127
Vice Chief * Charlie Wisdom 13
Secretary * Bert Leithold, JR. 127
Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Professional Adviser * Chief Owen Walker 436 (deceased)
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “CHALLENGE TO SERVE”. Ashie 436 won the Niganit and Wiatava 13 won the Lodge Excellence Award
SECTION W4B Site * Ontario High School, Ontario, CA.
APRIL 4-6 Host * Navajo 98
1975 Chief * Charlie Wisdom 13
Vice Chief * Dave Stephens 13
Secretary * Bert Leithold, Jr. 127
Lay Adviser * Don Steele 98
Professional Adviser * Howard Russell 98
Area Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “MINDFUL OF OUR TRADITIONS”. Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award.
SECTION W4B Site * Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA.
APRIL 2-4 Host * Cahuilla 127
1976 Chief * Eli Goffman 127
Vice Chief * Wendell Miyaji 436
Secretary * Bert Leithold, Jr. 127
Lay Adviser * Hank Schmel 127
Professional Adviser * Murry Kruse 127
Area Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award. The opening show was called “The Great American Dream Machine”. A neckerchief was sold.
SECTION W4B Site * Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA.
APRIL 15-17 Host * Ashie 436
1977 Chief * Eli Goffman 127
Vice Chief * Randy Graf 13
Secretary * Ken Hedrick 436
Lay Adviser * Leonard Fry 436
Assistant Adviser * Jim Stewart 436
Professional Adviser * Chief Owen Walker 436 (Deceased)
Area Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Cahuilla 127 won the Lodge Excellence Award. The Tribe of Tahquitz was a guest.
SECTION W4B Site * National Parachute Test Range, El Centro, CA.
APRIL 28-30 Host * Pang 532
1978 Chief * Randy Graf 13
Vice Chief * Larry Brown 13
Secretary * John Martin 13
Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Professional Adviser * Del Yantis 532
Area Lay Adviser * Steve Carter 303
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and the Lodge Excellence Award. This was the first year the Spirit Award was given and it went to both Wiatava 13 and Navajo 98. The food was provided by the Navy and was very good. We ate at the officers club. Most attendees stayed in dorms. The weather was warm and clear. Joe Lavendar of the Washington Redskins was a special guest. He is a member of Pang Lodge. Gene Moore of Pang Lodge started the year as Lay Adviser but resigned for personal reasons. Tom Tabb, the Associate Adviser, was appointed to fill the term. There was a neckerchief issued. Attendance was 585 paid.
SECTION W4B Site * Fountain Valley High School, Fountain Valley, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * Wiatava 13
1979 Chief * Larry Brown 13 (resigned in January – see comments)
Phil Brigandi 13 (elected to finish term)
Vice Chief * Phil Brigandi 13 (resigned to become chief))
Gary Good 98 (elected to take Phil’s place)
Secretary * Brian Cahill 127
Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Associate Adviser * John Ernsberger 98
Assistant Adviser * Dave Brown 13
Professional Adviser * John Labare 13 (deceased)
Area Lay Adviser * Leonard Fry 436
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “STRAIGHT THE PATHWAY TO OUR GOAL”. Ashie 13 won the Niganit and Cahuilla 127 won the Lodge Excellence Award. No Spirit Award was given. The participant award was leather with the theme printed on it. Larry Brown was elected National Vice Chief at the December 1978 National Planning Conference and as a result was required to resign. The Region Chief, Richard Good, and the National Executive Secretary, Bill Downs, were special guests along with Larry Brown. The sprinklers came on in the camping area during the Saturday night program Phil Brigandi and Tom Tabb caught a pie in the face during the same program. A neckerchief was issued.
SECTION W4B Site * El Roble School, Claremont, CA.
APRIL 25-27 Host * Navajo 98
1980 Chief * Gary Good 98
Vice Chief * Sean Goffman 127
Secretary * Dan Dufrenne 98
Lay Adviser * Ted Tingesdahl 98
Associate Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 13
Professional Adviser * Jake Jacobs 98 (deceased) (he was the third adviser during the year)
Area Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “PONDER THAT WHICH IS OUR PURPOSE”. The participation award was leather with the theme printed on it. A neckerchief was issued. Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and the Lodge Excellence Award. Cahuilla 127 on the Spirit Award. Mugs, pins, and patches sold for $2.00 each. Attendance 351.
SECTION W4B Site * Western Region Headquarters Of The Little League, San Bernardino, CA.
MAY 1-3 Host * Cahuilla 127
1981 Chief * Daniel Ginsborg 13
Vice Chief * Mark Schaeffer 436
Secretary * Mike Sachs 127
Lay Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 13
Associate Adviser * Bert Leithold Sr. 127
Professional Adviser * Ken Jeske 127
Area Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “LET US CATCH THE HIGHER VISION”. The participation award was leather with the theme printed on it. A neckerchief was issued. Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and the Lodge Excellence Award. The Region Chief was a special guest. Attendance was 478 and the Spirit Award was won by Pang 532.
SECTION W4B Site * Imperial Valley College, El Centro, CA.
APRIL 30 Host * Pang 532
MAY 1-2 Chief * Nathan Criman 532
1982 Vice Chief * Mike Sachs 127
Secretary * Howie Kern 127
Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 13
Associate Adviser * Bert Leithold Sr. 127
Staff Adviser * Del Yantis 532 (until 12/81) Jim Robinson 532
Area Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “IT STARTED WITH A SPARK”. The participation award was leather with the theme printed on it. A neckerchief was issued. Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and the Lodge Excellence Award. The Spirit Award was won by Ashie 436. The attendance was 495. As of this year Lay advisers became Adviser and Professional Adviser became Staff Adviser.
AREA W4 (W4A & W4B)
SUNSHINE
AREA W4/W4B Site * Birmingham High School, Van Nuys, CA.
APRIL 29-30 Host * Area W4
MAY 1
1983 W4B OFFICERS
Chief * Mike Sachs 127 (resigned – see Comments)
Brent Schellhase 13 (elected to complete term)
Vice Chief * Steve Lang 13
Secretary * Rodney Ueno 13
Adviser * Bert Leithold Sr. 127
Associate Adviser * John Bowski 13
Staff Adviser * Ken Jeske 127
Area
Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region
Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566 (term ended Dec. 1982)
Mike Sachs 127
Chairman * Del Loder 502
Staff Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “THOSE WHO CHOSE YOU NEED YOU”. The Participation Award was leather with the theme printed on it. A neckerchief was issued. Mike Sachs resigned after being elected Region Chief in Dec. 1982. Special guests were the Region Chief, Region Chairman, and National Executive Secretary, Bill Downs. This is the first combined Section W4A and W4B Conclave. The thirteen (13) lodges from the two sections were in attendance. Each section maintained its standard awards; however, awards were given to the top lodge in each category. The attendance was over 1000. Sixty eight (68) members went through their Brotherhood Ceremony. Their were 168 sand paintings. Siwinis Lodge won the overall Spirit Award. Their was a special chief’s award (a hand carved northwest paddle given to Chumash for distance and % of attendance. The food was outstanding. A great time was had by all. The rain caused no serious problems. There were over forty (40) Indian dancers. The patch was designed by David Pinard Sr. of 488.
W4A AWARDS
Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * Chumash 304
Brotherhood Trophy * Malibu 566
W4B AWARDS
Niganit * Wiatava 13
Lodge Excellence * Wiatava 13
SECTION W4B
MACHQUIGEN
(PLENTY OF BEARS
SECTION W4B Site * Mataguay Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
MAY 4-6 Host * Ashie 436
1984 Chief * Mark Grinstaff 127
Vice Chief * Tim Green 532
Secretary * Max Kreston, Jr. 127
Adviser * Bert Leithold 127
Associate Adviser * John Bowski 13
Staff Adviser * Bruce Drake 436
Area Adviser * Tom Tabb 13 / Esten Grubb 252 (Co-Advisers Feb. / May)
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Mike Sachs 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “IN SERVICE TO OTHERS WE STRIVE”. The Participation Award was leather with the theme printed on it. A neckerchief was issued. There were two patch designs. The bear on the surf board was a special. Ashie 436 won the Niganit and Wiatava 13 won the Lodge Excellence Award. Cahuilla 127 won the Spirit Award. Special guests were Tom Tabb and Del Loder. This was Tom Tabb’s last meeting as Area Adviser after a term of 5 years.
SECTION W4B Site * Foothill High School, Santa Ana, CA.
MAY 3-5 Host * Wiatava 13
1985 Chief * Rodney Ueno 13
Vice Chief * Bill Malecki 13
Secretary * Tony Beyenhof 98
Adviser * John Bowski 13
Associate Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Staff Adviser * Ron Brooks / Don York 13
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Todd Brohaugh 468
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Cahuilla 127 won the Lodge Excellence and Spirit Awards. Attendance was 560. The theme was 70 YEARS OF BROTHERHOOD 75 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP. The participation award was leather with the year and 75 years. A neckerchief was issued. Special guests were Mike Hoffman the National Vice Chief and Del Loder the Region Chairman. There were 32 sand paintings.
SECTION W4B Site * Camp Pendelton, CA.
MAY 2-4 Host * Navajo 98
1986 Chief * Tony Beyenhof 98
Vice Chief * Michael Celano 127
Secretary * Cris Cox 98
Adviser * John Bowski 13
Associate Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Staff Adviser * Don Marheine 98
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Todd Brohaugh 468
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Cahuilla 127 won the Niganit and Spirit Awards and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award. The special guest was Cary Roberts the National Vice Chief. The theme was NEW FRONTIERS IN SERVICE. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”. A neckerchief was issued. There was a rocker for the Participation Award which had “W4B Participant” on it.
SECTION W4B Site * Western Region HQ of the Little League, San Bernardino CA.
MAY 1-3 Host * Cahuilla 127
1987 Chief * Michael Celano 127
Vice Chief * Jim Scantlin 127
Secretary * Karl Shelton 98 Eric Hendrix 13 (finished term)
Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Associate Adviser * Al Deweese Iii 436
Staff Adviser * Vi Amundson 127
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Rob Patridge 421
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Spirit Awards and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award. The theme was”REKINDLE THE FIRE”. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”. There was a rocker for the Participation Award which had “W4B Participant” on it The special guests were Rob Patridge the Region Chief and Del Loder the Region Chairman. Total Attendance was 559. The preordeal and ordeal ceremonies were won by Cahuilla 127. The Brotherhood Ceremony was won by Navajo 98. The Regional Section Standard Award was earned.
SECTION W4B Site * Mataquay Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
MAY 6-8 Service Lodge * Pang 532
1988 Chief * Michael Celano 127 (resigned – see comments) Tony Martinez 98
Vice Chief * Tony Martinez 98 (moved up to chief) Mike Southall 436
Secretary * Eric Hendrix 13
Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13 Al Deweese III 436
Associate Adviser * Al Deweese III 436 Bill Davis 98
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock (acting)
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252 (resigned – see comments) Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Michael Celano 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502 / Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Cahuilla 127 won the Niganit and Spirit Awards and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award. Attendance was 525. Mike Celano resigned as chief after being elected Region Chief. Esten Grubb resigned as Area Adviser after being appointed Region Chairman on May 20, 1988 . Bobby Rainwater resigned after being appointed Area 4 Adviser. The weather was dry and very very cold. The theme was RETURN TO OUR HERITAGE. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”.
SECTION W4B Site * Mataquay Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
MAY 5-7 Service Lodge * Ashie 436
1989 Chief * Mike Southall 436 (resigned – see comments) Alex Phethean 13
Vice Chief * Aaron Bacon 13
Secretary * Joe Cannon 436
Adviser * Al Deweese III 436
Associate Adviser * Bill Davis 98
Staff Adviser * Len Lanzi
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Mike Southall 436
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice / Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “ONWARD AND UPWARD INSPIRED BY THE ARROW”. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”. Cahuilla 127 won the Niganit and Spirit Awards and Ashie 436 won the Lodge Excellence Award. Attendance was 396. Esten Grubb was a special guest. The weather was warm and clear.
AREA W4 (W4A, W4B, W4C)
SUNSHINE
AREA W4/W4B Site * Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA.
MARCH 30-31 Service Lodges * Swinis 252, Wiatava 13, & Chee Dodge 503
APRIL 1
1990 W4B OFFICERS
Chief * Chris Hanson 127
Vice Chief * Paul Vajda 13
Secretary * Junior Kelley 127
Adviser * Bill Davis 98
Associate Adviser * Fred Sage III 13
Staff Adviser * Ron Schoenmehl 13
Area
Adviser * Bobby Rainwater
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region
Chief * Mike Southall 436 (term ended dec. 1989)
Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Staff Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Attendance was 1628. Special guests included National Chief John Meckley III, National Vice Chief Tony Steinhart III, and Region Chief Ryan Mecham. The theme was “BLAZING A PATH TO THE FUTURE”. The Area 4 Conclave Committee consisted of the current and previous Key 3 of the 17 member lodges, the officers and advisers of the three sections, the Area Adviser Bobby Rainwater, Tom Tabb the Finance Coordinator, Frederic H. Sage III the Public Relations Coordinator, and Dr. Craig Kliger the Public Relations Coordinator. Conclave Vice Chiefs were Bob Blanck 127 for Indian Events, Arthur Banks 98 for Public Relations, Ralph Ulibarri 252 for Service, Tim Morgan 488 for Shows, Ivan Moore II 532 for Trading Post, and David Dandridge 249 for Training.
W4B Awards
Niganit 13
Lodge Excellence Award 13
Spirit Award 127
SECTION W4B
MACHQUIGEN
(Plenty of Bears)
SECTION W4B Site * March Air Force Base, CA.
MAY 3-5 Service Lodge * Cahuilla 127
1991 Chief * Louis Monville III 436 (resigned – see comments) Bobby Kurkjian 13
Vice Chief * Jason Jackson 532
Secretary * Gregg Capella 127
Adviser * Bill Davis 98
Associate Adviser * Fred Sage III 13
Associate Adviser * Dale Kincade 436
Staff Adviser * Steve Kelly 127
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13 (until 5/18/91)
Area Staff Adviser * Hart Bullock
Region Chief * Louis Monville III 436
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “TOGETHER WE STAND”. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”. There was a rocker for the Participation Award which had “TOGETHER WE STAND” on it Wiatava 13 won the Niganit and Lodge Excellence Award. Cahuilla won the Spirit Award. Attendance was . The weather was warm and clear.
SECTION W4B Site * Holcomb Valley Scout Camp, Big Bear Lake, CA.
SEPT. 25-27 Service Lodge * Navajo 98
1992 Chief * Bobby Kurkjian 13
Vice Chief * Rick Correz 127
Secretary * Greg Capella 127
Adviser * Fred Sage III 13
Associate Adviser * Dale Kincade 436
Staff Adviser * Dan Trevarthen 98
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252 (began 5/18/91)
Area Staff Adviser * Hart Bullock
Region Chief * Mark Wimmer 508
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252 / Ken Galloway 468 (changed in May)
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “WITHOUT A VISION THERE IS NO VICTORY”. Two patches were issued. One was 4” and the other 3”. The Conclave was scheduled for May 1-3 at Mt. San Antonio College: however, due to the Los Angeles riots it had to be reshceduled. Wiatava 13 won the Niganit, Lodge Excellence Award and Spirit Awards. Attendance was 450. Total off-sit attendance was 15. The weather was warm and clear. Mark Wimmer, Ken Galloway, Esten Grubb, and Tom Tabb were special guests.
SECTION W4B Site * Mataquay Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
April 30, May 1-2 Service Lodge * Tiwahe 45
1993 Chief * Martin Hambalek 98
Vice Chief * Sean Massar 98
Secretary * Harry Bakken 45
Adviser * Fred Sage III 13
Associate Adviser * Dale Kincade 45
Staff Adviser * Floyd Morstein 45
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Ron Mahabir 533
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “FEEL THE POWER OF BROTHERHOOD”. Navajo 98 won the Niganit. Cahuilla 127 won the Spirit Award and the Lodge Excellence Award. Camp Promotion was won by Wiatava 13. The overall sports award was won by Navajo 98. Team Dance was won by Wiatava 13. Pre-Ordeal was won by Navajo and the Ordeal and Brotherhood were won by Wiatava 13. Attendance was 429. The weather was warm and clear. Ashie 436 and Pang 532 have merged during the year to form Tiwahe 45.
SECTION W4B Site * Lost Valley Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
April 29-30, Service Lodge * Wiatava 13
May 1 Chief * Cody Barnett 127
1994 Vice Chief * Kyle Waltz 13
Secretary * Sean Morissey 13
Adviser * Dale Kincade 45
Associate Adviser * George Torbett 127
Staff Adviser * De Tan Nguyen 13
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252 (thru Feb. 1994)
Area Coordinator * Jack Hess 312 (starting Feb. 1994)
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Jim Lewis 252
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “WORTH THE TRIP”. The National Order of the Arrow Committee issued the new Field Operations Guide in July 1993. As a result, the position of Area Adviser was eliminated. The Region Order of the Arrow Committee has now created the position of Area Coordinator. This position carries most of the same responsibilities as the old Area Adviser position. Special guests included Elizabeth Andre the 1994/95 Miss Teen Age America hailing from Aims, Iowa, National Order of the Arrow Committee Vice Chairman for Lodge Operations Del Loder, National Committee Members Esten Grubb and Bobby Rainwater, Region Committee Member Tom Tabb and Area Coordinator Jack Hess.. Also in attendance were past Region Chiefs Michael Celano (1988) and Louis Mounville III (1991). Wiatava Lodge 13 won the Niganit and Cahuilla Lodge 127 won the Spirit and Lodge Excellence Awards. Wiatava Lodge 13 won Camp Promotion competition and the over-all India Affairs. Cahuilla Lodge 127 won the overall sports. Attendance was 522 including 228 from Lodge 13, 130 from Lodge 45, 104 from Lodge 45, and 60 from Lodge 98. The weather was warm and clear. The shows were the best in several years and where highlighted by the emulation of the Pageant of the Masters using Norman Rockwell scout scenes.
SECTION W4B Site * University of Calif. Riverside, CA.
May 05-07 Service Lodge * Cahuilla 127
1995 Chief * Cody Barnett 127
Vice Chief * Alen Kay 127
Secretary * James Minor 98
Adviser * Dale Kincade 45
Associate Adviser * George Torbett 127
Staff Adviser * Steve Kelly 127
Area Coordinator * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Joe Scionti 494
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “SEEK TO SERVE AND THUS BE FAITHFUL”. The participant patch was a 3” square. There was also a drum shaped patch approximately 2”. Rain was a guest. Attendance was 428. Cahuilla won the Niganet and Lodge Excellence Awards and Wiatava won the Spirit Award.
SECTION W4B Site * Riverside School for the Deaf, CA.
May 03-05 Service Lodge * Navajo 98
1996 Chief * Tony Fiori 13 / Alan Kay 127
Vice Chief * Shawn Mitchell 45
Secretary * Tracy Covington 127
Adviser * George Torbett 127
Associate Adviser * Mike Philbrook 45
Staff Adviser * David Tate 98
Area Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Tony Fiori 13
Region Chairman * Dick Mills
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “UNITED IN SERVICE”. A 4” patch was issued for participants. There was also a small patch with a bear head in the middle. Special guests included the National Vice Chief Ryan Miske, Western Region Chief Tony Fiori 13, Central Region Chief J. J. Arnold, Southern Region Chief John Berry, National Committeeman Esten Grubb, Region Committee member Tom Tabb, and Area Adviser Jack Hess. Other guests were W3A Section Chief Josh Souza, W3B Section Chief Lane Kasselman, W3B Section Vice Chief Joey DeMate, W4C Section Chief Romy Brasher, Past National Chief Clint Takeshita, Steve Silbiger past W4A Adviser, &James Ariola W4C Associate Adviser. This was a great group of guests and many of the participants were able to talk to them. The Saturday night show was one of the best ever if not the best thanks to the efforts of John Westmyer 13 & Sean Morrissey 13 and support from John’s employer Show Pros.. Alan Kay was elected chief when Tony Fiori had to resign after he was elected Region Chief. The weather was very warm. The position of Area Adviser has been put back in the program as an optional position. The total attendance was 407 with 147 from Cahuilla, 26 from Navajo, 96 from Tiwaha, and 128 from Wiatava. We had 10 out of section guests. The fee was $22.00.
SECTION W4B Site * Mataquay Scout Reservation, Warner Springs, CA.
May 02-04 Service Lodge * Tiwahe 45
1997 Chief * Tracy Covington 127
Vice Chief * Eric Underwood 127
Secretary * Mark Stickel 13
Adviser * George Torbett 127
Associate Adviser * Mike Philbrook 45
Staff Adviser * Floyd Morstein 45
Area Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Souza
Region Chairman * Dick Mills
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “MAY THE SASH BE WITH YOU”. A 3” and a small arrow shaped patches were issued. The program had a Star Wars slant. Special guests included the National Director of the Order of the Arrow, Clyde Mayer, Region Chief Josh Souza, Tony Fiori National Committee and immediate past Region Chief, Esten Grubb National Committee, Bobby Rainwater National Committee, Area Adviser Jack Hess, in coming Area Adviser Steve Bradley Sr., Tom Tabb Region Committee, Matt Milleson W5A Chief, Russell Dzialo W4A Chief, Pat Gamble W4C Chief, and James Arriola W4C Associate Adviser. The weather was warm and clear. A great time was had by all. Camp Promotion was won by Cahuilla, Pre-Ordeal by Wiatava, Ordeal by Tiwahe, Brotherhood by Tiwahe, Spirit by Cahuilla, Niganet by Wiatava, and Lodge Excellence by Tiwahe. Tracy and George received their Silver Bears. Attendance was
SECTION W4B Site * Costa Mesa High School, Costa Mesa, CA.
May 01-02 Service Lodge * Wiatava 13
1998 Chief * Jared Lee 45 / Mark Stickle 13
Vice Chief * Mark Stickle 13
Secretary * Troy Martinez 13
Adviser * Mike Philbrook 45
Associate Adviser * Bob Westmyer 13
Staff Adviser * Steve Adams 13
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Brandon Fessler 520
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “BUILDING A FOUNDATION ON SERVICE”. The Section Chief resigned in February 1998. He was replaced by the Vice Chief Mark Stickel. The Vice Chiefs position remained open until the Conclave Special guests included Tony Fiori the past Western Region Chief, the Area 4 Adviser Steve Bradley, Sr. and Tom Tabb from the Western Region Committee. Tyger Mattingly the W4C Secretary from Lodge 432 was the guest speaker at the Saturday night show and spoke on Service to America. The Saturday night show featured OA Jeopardy and a review of the past 25 years. It was well prepared and received. A great time was had by all. Wiatava Lodge won the top sports, dance, and craft awards and did very well in ceremonies and sand painting. The Spirit Award and Niganet were won by 127, the Lodge Excellence was won by 45. Mark Stickle received his Silver Bear. Paid attendance was 423.
SECTION W4B Site * Calif. State Univ., San Bernardino, CA.
April 30 Service Lodge * Cahuilla 127
May 02-03 Chief * Hayato Nakawatase 13 / Steven Scott 127
1999 Vice Chief * Mark Stickle 13
Secretary * Steve Scott 127 / Vincent Williams 127
Adviser * Mike Philbrook 45
Associate Adviser * Bob Westmyer 13
Staff Adviser * John Winston 127
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Hayato Nakawatase 13
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was AN EXPLOSION OF SERVICE Special guests included Region Chief Hayato Nakawatase, W1B Chief Brad Lowry and his Adviser David Carr, W4A Chief Justin Boren, W5B Chief Brian Barth, Area Adviser Steve Bradley, Region Chairman Jack Hess, National Committee member Esten Grubb, Region Committee member Tom Tabb. Also present were Past W4B Section Chief Tracy Schulz, and Past Section Advisers Albert Hoogeveen, Dale Kincade, and George Torbett. A great time was had by all. Wiatava Lodge won of the dance and craft awards. and did very well in ceremonies and sand painting. The Newsletter competition was won by 45 and Camp Promotion by 13. The Spirit Award was won by 127, the Niganet was won by 13, and the Lodge Excellence was won by 45. Steve Scott, Hayato Nakawatase and Mike Philbrook received their Silver Bears in a very good ceremony Saturday night. All past recipients present were part of that ceremony. Paid ($29.00) attendance was .
SECTION W4B Site * Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA.
May 05-07 Service Lodge * Navajo 98
2000 Chief * Mark Stickle 13
Vice Chief * Vincent Williams 127
Secretary * Troy Martinez 13
Adviser * Bob Westmyer 13
Associate Adviser * Dave Ramos 98
Staff Adviser * Scott Barthclomew 98
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Cameron Mulder
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote to 5/1/00
Gene Wadford
Comments: The theme was FOLLOW THE ARROW. Special guests included Region Chief Cameron Mulder, Area Adviser Steve Bradley, Region Committee member Tom Tabb, Darin Sorrels W4A Chief, Rob Wong W3A Chief, Past W2A Chief and NOAC CVC Dustin Thomas, Past W5B Chief Brian Barth, Past W4A Chief and NOAC CVC Justin Boren. A great time was had by all. There were over 20 sand paintings. Saturday night’s program was high lighted by a Japanese Drum group KISHIN DAKIO. Cahuilla 127 won the Pre Ordeal and Brotherhood while they tied with Wiatava 13 for the Ordeal. A Brotherhood Ceremony was held Saturday night. Camp Promotion for presentation and also displays was won by Wiatava 13, the Spirit Award and the Niganet were won by Cahuilla 127 and the Lodge Excellence was won by Tiwahe 45. Former recipients of the Silver Bears were recognized. Besides the patch there was a pin with the same design as the patch and the participation award was a round pin with a bear face and black background. The Section issued a Section Flap set (one for each lodge) Paid attendance was .
SECTION W4B Site * Youth Aquatic Center, Fiesta Island, San Diego, CA.
May 04-06 Service Lodge * Tiwahe 45
2001 Chief * Robert Brock 45
Vice Chief * Paul Olaso 45
Secretary * Garth Olson 127
Adviser * Bob Westmyer 13
Associate Adviser * Dave Ramos 98
Staff Adviser * Floyd Morstein 45 / Sarrell Watkins 45
Area Adviser * James Arriola 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Gana
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The theme was.” TO MAKE THE EMBERS GROW” Special guests included National Chief Don Cunningham, Region Chief Josh Gana, Region Chairman Steve Bradley, Area Adviser James Arriola, Region Committee member Tom Tabb, National Committeemen Esten Grubb, Past Region Chiefs Tony Fiori and Cameron Mulder and the current Section Chiefs from 1A, 1B, 1C, 3A,. A great time was had by all. There were over 18 sand paintings. Saturday nights program was high lighted by. a Japanese Drum group Tiako Drummers Former recipients of the Silver Bears were recognized. Besides the patch there was a square pin and the participation award was a round pin with the a bear and arrow head on white. The Spirit Award and Niganet were won by 13, the Lodge Excellence was won by 127. Ordeal and Pre-Ordeal competition was won by 13. Camp Promotion was won by 13. There was a set of four flaps representing the section and each lodge separately. Paid attendance was approximately 500.
SECTION W4B Site * Lost Valley Scout Reservation CA.
May 03-05 Service Lodge *Wiatava 13
2002 Chief * Robert Brock 45
Vice Chief * Jeremiah Prough 45
Secretary * Matthew Swan 13
Adviser * Dave Ramos 98
Associate Adviser * Dennis Underwood 127
Staff Adviser * Russell Etzenhouser 13
Area Adviser * James Arriola 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Gana
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The theme was.”” Special guests included National Chief, Region Chief, Region Chairman Steve Bradley, Area Adviser James Arriola, Region Committee member Tom Tabb, National Committeemen Esten Grubb, Past Region Chiefs and and the current Section Chiefs from A great time was had by all. There were over sand paintings. Saturday nights program was high lighted by. won the Pre Ordeal and Brotherhood while they tied with for the Ordeal. A Brotherhood Ceremony was held Saturday night. Camp Promotion for presentation and also displays was won by and the Niganet were won by and the Lodge Excellence was won by. Former recipients of the Silver Bears were recognized. Besides the patch there was a pin with the same design as the patch and the participation award was a round pin with the a background. Paid attendance was
AREA XIIE
AREA XIIE Site * Camp Josepho, Pacific Palisades, CA.
APRIL 20-22 Host * Tamet 225
1956 Chief * Doug Hart 249
Lay Adviser * Harry Green 488 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Howard (Tubby) Houston 249
Region Adviser XIIE * Roland Dye (deceased)
Region Adviser XII * Victor D. SharpE
Comments: Harry Green was a member of the National Order of the Arrow Committee. His term is not known. Host lodge chief was Paul Jordan. Lodges present were 225, 228, 249, 252, 291, and 488.
AREA XIIE Site * Firestone Scout Reservation, Brea, CA.
MARCH 15-17 Host * Swinis 252
1957 Chief * Pat Smith 228
Lay Adviser * Harry Green 488 (deceased)
Professional Adviser * Howard (Tubby) Houston 249
Region Adviser * John Triplett (deceased)
Comments: Heavy rain. Host lodge chief was Dave Brown.
AREA XIIE Site * Paramount Ranch, Agoura, CA.
APRIL 25-27 Host * Walika 228
1958 Chief * Carl Steincrebe 249
Lay Adviser * Harry Green 488 (Deceased)
Professional Adviser * Howard (Tubby) Houston 249
Region Adviser * Hurley Hagood
Comments: Jim Bonelli was the host lodge chief.
AREA XIIE Site * Camp Josepho, Pacific Palisades, CA.
APRIL 3-5 Host * SPE LE YAI 249
1959 Chief * Bruce Briggs 228
Lay Adviser * Glen Gordeon 225
Professional Adviser * John Labare 252 (Deceased)
Region Adviser * Hurley Hagood
Comments: Lodge 90 transferred into the area from XIID
AREA XIIE Site * San Marcos High School, Santa Barbara, CA.
APRIL 22-24 Host * Canalino 90
1960 Chief * Carroll Hood, Jr. 225
Deputy Area Chief * Sterling Blanchard 249
Roy Horn 488
Ed Lewis 90
Norbert T. Schnabel 252
Secretary – Recording * Chandy Russell 228
Secretary – Corresponding * Jim Bonar 252
Lay Adviser * Glen Gordeon 225
Professional Adviser * John Labare 252 (deceased)
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 100
225 450
228 400
249 350
252 3000
291 50
488 700
It was called the 5TH ANNUAL ORDER OF THE ARROW AREA XIIE GOLDEN JUBILEE FELLOWSHIP CONFERENCE. Special guests included Edward L. Abbott, Mayor of Santa Barbara, Harry Greene, National Committeeman and David Martin D.R.S.E. The theme was “MISSIONS TO MISSILES”.
AREA XIIE Site * Rosemead High School, Rosemead, CA.
APRIL 21-23 Host * Ta Tanka 488
1961 Chief * Nobby Schnabel 252
Deputy Area Chief * Tom Gerfen 488
Sonny Hayes 252
Pete Gordon
Lay Adviser * Ed Hansen 252
Professional Adviser * John Labare 252 (deceased)
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 175
225 400
228 800
249 350
252 3000
291 70
488 500
The theme was “WELD TIGHTLY EVERY LINK”. Special guests included Lee Harbottle Scout Executive San Gabriel Valley Council and A. B. Halverson, President of San Gabriel Valley Council. The Keynote Speaker was Wendell Noble the Director of Radio and Communiity Relations, Glendale Federal Savings. The closing Challenge was given by Wes Klusman, National Director of Camping
AREA XIIE Site * Matilija Jr. High School, Ojai, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * Topa Topa 291
1962 Chief * Chandy Russell 228
Deputy Area Chief * Charles Davis 90
Jay Olin 249
Lay Adviser * Ed Hansen 252
Professional Adviser * Jack Hoag 488
Region Adviser * David R. Martin (thru 1/62)
Jay W. Clements
Comments: LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 200
225 400
228 828
249 250
252 3000
291 250
488 875
The theme was “FIRM BOUND IN BROTHERHOOD”.
AREA XIIE Site * Loyola University, Los Angeles, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Tamet 225
1963 Chief * Steve Sharbrough 225
Deputy Area Chief * Jim Montgomery 228
Pat Novolanic 249
Terry Grimm
Lay Adviser * Jack Nakano 90
Professional Adviser * Jack Hoag 488
Region Adviser * Gerald Winslow
Comments: The cost was $6.00. The Conference was limited to 600. Nine special activity sessions were planned. A Bar-B-Q dinner was held Friday night along with fellowship and entertainment. The guest speaker for dinner was William H. Parker, LA Chief of Police. The closing Challenge was by Gerald Winslow, D. R. S. E. There was also a patch with a white border and a white twill background. I have only seen one and it is not clear what it was made for.
AREA XIIE Site * Firestone Scout Reservation, Brea, CA.
APRIL 10-12 Host * Swinis 252
1964 Chief * Paul Doose Jr. 225
Deputy Area Chief * Dick Peter 228
Tom Cano 252
Secretary * Mike Aquino 90
Lay Adviser * Jack Nakano 90
Professional Adviser * Walter Nappa 90 (Deceased)
Region Adviser * Gerald Winslow
Comments: Iron Eyes Cody was a special guest.
AREA XIIE Site * Jubilee Scout Ranch, Pinon Hills, CA.
APRIL 23-25 Host * Walika 228
1965 Chief * Tom Cano 252
Deputy Area Chief * Dick Peter 228
Mike Aquino 90
John Burke 228
Secretary * Jerry Alcantary 225
Lay Adviser * Karl Stamm 252 (Deceased)
Professional Adviser * Walter Nappa 90 (Deceased)
Region Adviser * Gerald Winslow
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 250
225 350
228 1277
249 400
252 2000
291 275
488 1000
The theme was “MINDFUL OF OUR HIGH TRADITION”
AREA XIIE Site * San Marcos High School, Santa Barbara, CA.
APRIL 15-17 Host * Canalino 90
1966 Chief * Keith Bair 488
Deputy Area Chief * Mike Trout 488
Mike Aquino 90
Jim Hornback 249
Secretary * Jim Olsen 249
Lay Adviser * Karl Stamm 252 (Deceased)
Professional Adviser * Bob Mooney 252
Region Adviser * Gerald Winslow
William Davis (deceased)
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: Harry Green was still a National Committee member.
AREA XIIE Site * Glendale Civic Center, Glendale, CA.
MARCH 31 Host * SPE LE YAI 249
APRIL 2 Chief * Mike Trout 488
1967 Deputy Area Chief * Robert Peter 228
Gary Bowen 228
Jim Hornback 249
Secretary * Bill Rice 488
Lay Adviser * Walt White 228
Professional Adviser * Bob Mooney 252
Region Adviser * William Davis (Deceased)
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “WORLD BROTHERHOOD”. Col. Edson was a special guest.
Area XIIE Site * Cal State Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Ta Tanka 488
1968 Chief * Gary Bowen 228
Deputy Area Chief * Bill Sitz 488
Art Stevens 488
Brad Carter 291
Secretary * Tom Keithly 228
Lay Adviser * Walt White 228
Assistant Adviser * Karl Stamm 252 (deceased)
Bob Pattison 252
Professional Adviser * Walt Figge 252
Region Adviser * William Davis (deceased)
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 252
225 320
228 1000
249 350
252 2000
291 220
488 1500
There where three patches. The black border with the white buffalo was the participate patch. There was a black border with a gold mylar buffalo and a white border with a white buffalo.
AREA XIIE Site * Nordhoff High School, Ojai, CA.
APRIL 11-13 Host * Topa Topa 291
1969 Chief * Art Stevens 488
Deputy Area Chief * Doug Scott 90
Gale Winting
Warren Ungles 291
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * Bob Pattison 252
Assistant Adviser * Walt White 228
Mel Trout 488
Professional Adviser * Walt Figge 252
Region Adviser * Dick Lamb
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “MINDFUL OF OUR HIGH TRADITIONS”.
There were three border colors.
AREA XIIE Site * Pacific Missile Range, Pt. Mugu, CA.
APRIL 3-5 Host * Tamet 225
1970 Chief * Tom Conrad 252
Deputy Area Chief * Jon Wagner 252
Randy Hromandik 291
Secretary * Doug Scott 90 (appears to have resigned)
Lay Adviser * Bob Pattison 252
Assistant Adviser * Walt White 228
Mel Trout 488
Professional Adviser * Walt Figge 252
Region Adviser * Dick Lamb
Comments: 59 chapters in 7 lodges with 5540 membership made up the area. There were two border colors for the patch. The participant patch had a purple border. There was also a red border. There was also a rocker.
AREA XIIE Site * El Camino College, Torrance, CA.
APRIL 16-18 Host * Swinis 252
1971 Chief * Carlos Mejia 252
Deputy Area Chief * Lee Hess 228
Rick Oakes 252
Secretary * Mike Presky 228
Lay Adviser * Ray Peter Sr. 228
Assistant Adviser * Walt White 228
Bob Pattison 252
Professional Adviser * Walt Figge 252
Region Adviser * Dick Lamb
Comments: Chuck Barber was a Deputy National Conference Chief. The participant patch had a green border. There was also a red border.
LODGE MEMBERSHIP
90 250
225 320
228 1000
249 510
252 2000
291 120
488 1500
AREA XIIE Site * Birmingham High School, Van Nuys, CA.
APRIL 7-9 Host * Walika 228
1972 Chief * Brad Quibell 249
Deputy Area Chief * Chuck Barber 252 (program)
Bruce Miesse 249 (competition)
Mike Coussineua 488 (competition)
Secretary *
Treasurer * Guy Sanford 252
Lay Adviser * Ray Peter Sr. 228
Assistant Adviser * Walt White 228
Don Hansen 249
Professional Adviser * Don Pittenger 228
Region Adviser * Dick Lamb
Comments: This was the last year before the re-organization. Dave Boshea the National Executive Secretary was a special guest. Lodges 90 and 291 were transferred back to XIID. The remaining lodges were 225, 228, 249, 252, and 488. There several variations of the patch.
SECTION W4A
PETHAK’ ALUNS
(THUNDERBIRD)
SECTION W4A Site * Hoover High School, Glendale, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * SPE LE YAI 249
1973 Chief * Brad Quibell 249
Deputy Area Chief * Rene Mejia 252
Rick Breithaupt 566
Fritz Ebbs 304
Secretary * Fred Nishpercy 252
Treasurer * Mike Wolf 566
Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Assistant Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 252
Bob Barnes 488
Professional Adviser * Don Pittenger 566
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Richard Bentley
Comments: Section members were 90, 249, 252, 291, 303, 304, 488, and 566. Lodges 225 and 228 merged to form 566. Dave Boshea was the National Executive Secretary and a special guest. This was the first year of the new organization. The officers were not in accordance with the new section manual: however, it isn’t clear if one was available at this time. The participants patch had a black border and there was also a gold border patch.
Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Siwinis 252
SECTION W4A Site * Nordhoff High School, Ojai, CA.
APRIL 19-21 Host * Canalino 90
1974 Chief * Rick Breithaupt 566
Vice Chief * John Alexander 90
Secretary * Jeff Becker 488
Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Assistant Adviser *Les Luby 566
Professional Adviser * Ray Bates 249
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments:
The participants patch had a red border and there was also a gold border patch.
Section members were 90, 249, 252, 291, 303, 304, 488, and 566.
Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Malibu 566
SECTION W4A Site * Cal State University, Los Angeles, CA.
APRIL 4-6 Host * Ta Tanka 488
1975 Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90 / Paul Mcnulty 252
Vice Chief * Kent Kuwata 566
Secretary * John Alexander 90
Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Assistant Adviser * Les Luby 566
Gene Hickle 488
Paul Weiss Jr. 566
Professional Adviser * Ray Bates 249
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Kerry Cheesman 90 was elected the first Region Chief at the December 1974 National Order Of The Arrow Planning Conference. As a result, he had to resign his position. There were three border colors for the patch. The red border was for the participants. There was a white border used for the Council of Chiefs and also there was a blue border patch.
Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Malibu 566
SECTION W4A Site * Highland High School, Bakersfield, CA.
APRIL 2-4 Host * Yowlumne 303
1976 Chief * Steve Lorraine 303
Vice Chief * Tom Tenerowicz 488
Secretary * Kelly Williams 303
Lay Adviser * Steve Carter 303
Assistant Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Gene Hickle 488
Ethan Lipton 252
Professional Adviser * Don Butler 303
Area Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “YOUTH-OUR THIRD CENTURY”.
Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Swinis 252
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
SECTION W4A Site * Firestone Scout Reservation, Brea, CA.
APRIL 29-30 Host * Swinis 252
MAY 1 Chief * Tom Tenerowicz 488
1977 Vice Chief * Bob Wolf 303
Secretary * Jay Rosenlieb 303
Lay Adviser * Ethan Lipton 252
Assistant Adviser * Steve Carter 303
Ray Meisenheimer 291
Professional Adviser * E. L. Vinzant 252
Area Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * All Lodges
Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
SECTION W4A Site * Rio Mesa High School, Oxnard, CA.
MAY 5-7 Host * Topa Topa 291
1978 Chief * Gary Christiansen 566
Vice Chief * Steve Cox 304
Secretary * Jay Rosenlieb 303
Lay Adviser * Ray Meisenheimer 291
Assistant Adviser * Ethan Lipton 252
Mike Nathan 566
Professional Adviser * Hollis Spindle (deceased) 291
Area Lay Adviser * Steve Carter 303
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Swinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * not awarded
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Bill Downs, the National Executive Secretary was a special guest.
SECTION W4A Site * Birmingham High School, Van Nuys, CA.
MAY 4-6 Host * Malibu 566
1979 Chief * Gary Christiansen 566
Vice Chief * Jaimie Walker 249
Secretary * Mike Reuter 291
Lay Adviser * Mike Nathan 566
Professional Adviser * Jim Pennington 566
Area Lay Adviser * Leonard Fry 436
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: There was a blue and red border patch. The blue was the participant patch. The red was given to the Council of Chiefs and special guests.
Outstanding Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Richard Good was a special guest.
SECTION W4A Site * Mt. Gleason Jr. High School, Sunland, CA.
MARCH 7-9 Host * SPE LE YAI 249
1980 Chief * Dave Simon 566
Vice Chief * Mike Reuter 291
Secretary * Doug Sekishiro 90
Lay Adviser * Mike Nathan 566
Associate Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Professional Adviser * Steve Carlson 249
Area Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * SPE LE YAI 249
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * SPE LE YAI 249
Richard Good was special guest. The participant patch had a black border. There was also a grey border patch that was given to the Council of Chiefs and special guests.
SECTION W4A Site * Westchester High School, Los Angeles, CA.
MARCH 6-8 Host * Swinis 252
1981 Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566
Vice Chief * Doug Sekishiro 90
Secretary * Ken Mortensen 249
Lay Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Associate Adviser * Rick Breithaupt 566
Professional Adviser * Jim Stainer 252
Area Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Richard Good 305 / Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Ta Tanka 488
Kurt Christiansen was elected Region Chief in December 1980. He was allowed, by the national committee, to complete his term of office since the conclave was within a week of the required resignation date. Conclave chairman was Joe Paris. The participants patch had a white border and there was also a silver mylar border patch given to the Council of Chiefs and special guests.
SECTION W4A Site * Mt. San Antonio College, La Puente, CA.
MARCH 5-7 Host * Ta Tanka 488
1982 Chief * Ralph Mason 566
Vice Chief * Tom Rosenberg 304
Secretary * Greg Anders 291
Lay Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Associate Adviser * Rick Breithaupt 566
Professional Adviser * Jeff Gonce 488
Area Lay Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Area Professional Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief *Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Malibu 566
The theme was “OUR TO PRESERVE”. Special guests included Kurt Christiansen, Kevin Moll the National Vice Chief, and Del Loder. As of this year Lay AdviserS became Adviser and Professional Adviser became Staff Adviser. The participants award with an arrowhead shaped leather patch.
AREA W4 (W4A, W4B, W4C)
SUNSHINE
AREA W4/W4A Site * Birmingham High School, Van Nuys, CA.
APRIL 29-30 Host * Area W4
MAY 1
1983 W4A OFFICERS
Chief * Kip Sharpe 90
Vice Chief * Cris Gardea 252
Secretary * Joe Koch iii 304
Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Associate Adviser * Rick Breithaupt 566
Staff Adviser * Ken Jeske 127
Area
Adviser * Tom Tabb 13
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region
Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566 (term ended Dec. 1982)
Mike Sachs 127
Chairman * Del Loder 502
Staff Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “THOSE WHO CHOSE YOU NEED YOU”. Mike Sachs resigned after being elected Region Chief in Dec. 1982. Special guests were the Region Chief, Region Chairman, and National Executive Secretary, Bill Downs. This is the first combined Section W4A and W4B Conclave. The thirteen (13) lodges from the two sections were in attendance. Each section maintained it standard awards; however, awards were given to the top lodge in each category. The attendance was over 1000. Sixty eight (68) members went through their Brotherhood Ceremony. Their were 168 sand paintings. Siwinis Lodge won the overall Spirit Award. Their was a special chief’s award (a hand carved northwest paddle given to Chumash for distance and % of attendance. The food was outstanding. A great time was had by all. The rain caused no serious problems. There were over forty (40) Indian dancers. The patch was designed by David Pinard Sr. of 488.
W4A AWARDS
Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * Chumash 304
Brotherhood Trophy * Malibu 566
W4B AWARDS
Niganit * Wiatava 13
Lodge Excellence * Wiatava 13
SECTION W4A
PETHAK’ ALUNS
(THUNDERBIRD)
SECTION W4A Site * Rio Mesa High School, Oxnard, CA.
APRIL 27-29 Host * Topa Topa 291
1984 Chief * Pete J. Bowden 90
Vice Chief * Robbie Frankle 566
Secretary * Tyler Liljekvist 291
Adviser * Rick Breithaupt 566
Associate Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 566
Staff Adviser * Hollis Spindle (deceased) 291
Area Adviser * Tom Tabb 13 / Esten Grubb 252 (co-advisers Feb. / May)
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief *Mike Sachs 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * Chumash 304
Brotherhood Trophy * Chumash 304
Most Spirited Lodge * Siwinis 252
The theme was “FIRM BOUND IN BROTHERHOOD”. This was the first year of the Most Spirited Lodge Award. This was Tom Tabb’s last meeting as Area Adviser after a term of 5 years. There was a white border patch for participants. It is reported that there was also a gold mylar border patch. The participants award was a arrow shaped leather patch with the section thunderbird on it.
SECTION W4A Site * Vandenberg AFB, CA.
MARCH 22-24 Host * Canalino 90
1985 Chief * Cris Gardea 252
Vice Chief * Steve Mcfadden 291
Secretary * Charles Furness 291
Adviser * Al Hoogeveen 566
Associate Adviser * John Thomas 304
Assistant Adviser * Thomas Robert Carr 291
Staff Adviser * Allan Hutchison 90
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Todd Brohaugh 468
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Chumash 304
Brotherhood Trophy * Chumash 304
Most Spirited Lodge * Youlumne 303
Attendance * 560 (a record)
Fair * Ta Tanka 488
Crazy Oylmpics * Malibu 566
The theme was “POINTING TO THE FUTURE”. The participants award was an arrow shaped leather patch with the theme on it. There was also a red, white and blue leather patch with the shuttle on it. Esten Grubb was recognized as a new member of the National Committee. Special guests were Bill Downs the National Executive Secretary and Del Loder Region Chairman. The Sections Chief’s from W3A, W4B, and were present. Saturday night featured a Santa Maria style Bar-B-Q. A special feature was the tour of Slick 6 which is the new space shuttle launch facility. The space shuttle enterprise was also seen up close.
SECTION W4A Site * Desert High School, Edwards AFB, CA.
MARCH 15-17 Host * Malibu 566
1986 Chief * Cris Miller 90
Vice Chief * Paul Hutchison 90
Secretary * Charles Furness 291
Adviser * Bob Hauser 291
Associate Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Staff Adviser * Jon Mckenzie 566
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief *Rob Patridge 421
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Siwinis 252
Attendance * 602 (another record)
A special guest was Cary Roberts the National Vice Chief. A special feature on Sunday was the static air show. Boy did we have rain. The red border patch was for participants. There was also a gold mylar border patch.
SECTION W4A Site * Bakersfield College, Bakersfield, CA.
MARCH 20-22 Host * Youlumne 303
1987 Chief * Cris Miller 90
Vice Chief * Michael Metcalf 303
Secretary * Glen Bower 291
Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Associate Adviser * Dennis Lally 291
Staff Adviser * Jeff Morris 303
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief *Rob Patridge 421
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Youlumne 303
Ordeal Trophy * Youlumne 303
Brotherhood Trophy * Youlumne 303
Most Spirited Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
Attendance * 543 (43 from out of section)
The theme was “HERITAGE AND TRADITIONS”. The Saturday night entertainment was an outstanding hypmotist. Although it rained the facility was excellant and precluded any problems. Unfortunately, 300 got food poisoning.
SECTION W4A Site * John Muir Jr. High School, Burbank, CA.
MARCH Service Lodge * Spe Le Yai 249
1988 Chief * Cary Evans 303
Vice Chief * Ben Bishin 566
Secretary * Glen Bower 291
Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Associate Adviser * Dennis Lally 291
Staff Adviser * Del Haden 249
Area Adviser * Esten Grubb 252 / Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Michael Celano 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502 / Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Youlumne 303
Ordeal Trophy * Youlumne 303
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
Attendance * 468
The theme was “15 YEARS OF SPIRIT IN BROTHERHOOD”. The entertainment was the Fats Johnson music group.
SECTION W4A Site * Newbury Park. High School, Newbury Park, CA.
MARCH 10-12 Service Lodge * Topa Topa 291
1989 Chief * Cary Evans 303
Vice Chief * Mike Careatti 303
Secretary * Ralph Ulibarri 252
Adviser * Dennis Lally 291
Associate Adviser * Kelly Williams 303
Staff Adviser * Bill Loyko 90
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Michael Celano 127
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Youlumne 303
Ordeal Trophy * Youlumne 303
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
Attendance * 488
Special guests were Jack Stephens the National Chief, Alex Phethean the W4B Chief, Roy Anderson the W4C Chief, Esten Grubb the Regional Chairman, and Bobby Rainwater the Area Adviser. The theme was “HEADED FOR THE FUTURE”.
AREA W4 ( W4A, W4B, W4C)
SUNSHINE
AREA W4/W4A Site * Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA.
MARCH 30-31 Service Lodges * swinis 252, Wiatava 13, & Chee Dodge 503
APRIL 1
1990 W4A OFFICERS
Chief * Cary Evans 303
Vice Chief * Gavin Smith 303
Secretary * Scott Petersen 291
Adviser * Dennis Lally 291
Associate Adviser * Kelly Williams 303
Staff Adviser * Jim Stainer 252
Area
Adviser * Bobby Rainwater
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region
Chief * Mike Southall 436 (term ended Dec. 1989)
Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Staff Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Attendance was 1628. Special guests included National Chief John Meckley III, National Vice Chief Tony Steinhart III, and Region Chief Ryan Mecham. The theme was “BLAZING A PATH TO THE FUTURE”. The Area 4 Conclave Committee consisted of the current and previous Key 3 of the 17 member lodges, the officers and advisers of the three sections, the Area Adviser Bobby Rainwater, Tom Tabb the Finanace Coordinator, Frederic H. Sage III the Public Relations Coordinator, and Dr. Craig Kliger the Public Relations Coordinator.Conclave Vice Chiefs were Bob Blanck 127 for Indian Events, Arthur Banks 98 for Public Relations, Ralph Ulibarri 252 for Service, Tim Morgan 488 for Shows, Ivan Moore II 532 for Trading Post, and David Dandridge 249 for Training.
W4A Awards
Outstanding Lodge * Youlumne 303
Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Youlumne 303
Most Spirited Lodge *
SECTION W4A Site * La Salle High School, Pasadena, CA.
MARCH 15-17 Service Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
1991 Chief * Gavin Smith 303
Vice Chief * Scott Petersen 291
Secretary * Howard Durand 291
Adviser * Kelly Williams 303
Associate Adviser * Steve Silbiger 252
Staff Adviser * Al Sakai 488
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Louis Monville III 436
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Attendance * 398
SECTION W4A Site * Newbury Park High School, Newbury Park, CA.
MARCH 20-22 Service Lodge * Topa Topa 291
1992 Chief * Jeff Morgan 488
Vice Chief * Kevin Kolde 291
Secretary * Mark Gustafson
Adviser * Kelly Williams 303
Associate Adviser * Steve Silbiger 252
Staff Adviser * Leilani Beultman 291
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Area Staff Adviser * Hart Bullock
Region Chief * Mark Wimmer 508
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252 / Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252 / Topa Topa 291
Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Siwinis 252
Attendance * 398
The theme was “OA: VOYAGE TO DISCOVERY”. Special guest included Esten Grubb, Tom Tabb, Bobby Rainwater.
SECTION W4A Site * Vandenberg AFB, CA.
MARCH 19-21 Service Lodge * Canalino 90
1993 Chief * Jeff Morgan 488
Vice Chief * Kevin Kolde 291
Secretary * Mario Eredia 566
Adviser * Steven Silbiger 252
Associate Adviser * Alan Rosen 566
Staff Adviser * Paul Ferenz 90
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Ron Mahabir 533
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Outstanding Lodge * Siwinis 252
Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Vigil * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Chumash 304
Flight of the Thunderbird * Tatanka 488
Attendance * 548
The theme was “FOCUS ON THE FUTURE”. Special guest included the National Chief Brian Beaverstock, Region Chief Ron Mahabir, W4B Chief Martin Hambalck, W4C Chief Scott Beckett, W4C Adviser Jack Hess, National Committeemen Esten Grubb and Clint Takeshita, Region Committee Member Tom Tabb, Area Adviseer Al Naipo, Roy Anderson and Jambes Ariola past W4C Chiefs, and Mark Chilutti 1988 NOAC CVC for Public Relations. Friday nights guest speaker was Col. Abela and the Saturday night guest speaker was Lt. GeneralTurk Jameson. A Santa Maria style Bar-B-Q was enjoyed by all on Saturday night. The weather was good.
SECTION W4A Site * Edwards AFB, CA.
MARCH 18-20 Service Lodge * Malibu 566
1994 Chief * Jim Lewis 252 (until Jan. 1994) / Howard Durand 291
Vice Chief * David Steward 291
Secretary * Kieth Melton 304
Adviser * Steven Silbiger 252
Associate Adviser * Alan Rosen 566
Staff Adviser * Jon Mckenzie 566
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252 (Thru Feb. 1994)
Area Coordinator * Jack Hess 312 (starting in Feb. 1994)
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Jim Lewis 252
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: This was the first year of Vigil competition. The National Order of the Arrow Committee issued the new Field Operations Guide in July 1993. As a result, the position of Area Adviser was eliminated. The Region Order of the Arrow Committee has now created the position of Area Coordinator. This position carries most of the same responsibilities as the old Area Adviser position.
Outstanding Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Ordeal Trophy * Malibu 566
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Vigil * Malibu 566
Most Spirited Lodge * Malibu 566
Flight of the Thunderbird *
Attendance *
SECTION W4A Site * Naval Air Weapons Station, China Lake, CA.
MARCH 17-19 Service Lodge * Youlumne 303
1995 Chief * Howard Durand 291
Vice Chief * Tim Sullivan 566
Secretary * Jush Beermann 291
Adviser * Alan Rosen 566
Associate Adviser * Ken Kolde 291
Staff Adviser * John Wagner 303
Area Coordinator * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Joe Scionti 494
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “TOGETHER IN SERVICE”. The weather was nice. Many visited the base museum to view many of the Navy air weapons. The shows were very well done. The training received many good comments. The Region Chief was a special guest. National Committee member Esten Grubb attended along with Region Committee members Tom Tabb and Area Coordinator Jack Hess. The fee was $20.00.
Outstanding Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Ordeal Trophy * Siwinis 252
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Vigil * Chumash 304
Most Spirited Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Flight of the Thunderbird * Topa Topa 291
Camp Promotion * Malibu 566
Conclave Fair * Siwinis 252
Attendance * 522
SECTION W4A Site * Mt. Gleason Middle School, Glendale, CA
MARCH 17-19 Service Lodge * Spe-Le-Yai 249
1996 Chief * Jeff Mo 488
Vice Chief * David Phillips 566
Secretary * Zachary Hauer 249
Adviser * Alan Rosen 566
Associate Adviser * Ken Kolde 291
Staff Adviser *-Terry Richardson 249
Area Coordinator * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Tony Fiori 13
Region Chairman * Dick Mills
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “HOKA HAY – HANTA YO”. There was a 4” and a 3” patch of the same design. The weather was nice. The shows were very well done. The training received many good comments. Special guest.s included National Committee member Esten Grubb and Area Adviser Jack Hess. The Area Adviser position has been put back in the program as optional.
Outstanding Lodge * Malibu 566
Ordeal Trophy * Siwinis 252
Brotherhood Trophy * Youlumne 303
Vigil * Youlumne 303
Most Spirited Lodge * Malibu 566
Flight of the Thunderbird * Topa Topa 291
Camp Promotion * Topa Topa 291
Conclave Fair * Siwinis 252
Attendance * 454
SECTION W4A Site * Steven White Middle School, Carson, CA
MARCH 14-16 Service Lodge * Siwinis 252
1997 Chief * Jeremy Mo 488
Vice Chief * Brian Parra 291
Secretary * Russell Dzialo 249
Adviser * Ken Kolde 291
Associate Adviser * Bob McMurtrey 488
Staff Adviser *-Roger Stoltenberg 252
Area Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Souza 439
Region Chairman * Dick Mills
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “AN ADVENTURE OF THE SPIRIT”. The weather was pleasant and dry. The training received many good comments and was based on a basketball team theme. Special guests included National Chief Chris Rogers, Region Chief Josh Souza, past Region Chiefs Tony Fiori, Jim Lewis, and Ryan Mechan, National Committee members Esten Grubb and Bobby Rainwater, Area Adviser Jack Hess, in coming Area Adviser Steve Bradley Sr., Region Committee members Tom Tabb and Steve Silbiger, W4B Chief Tracy Covington and Past Chiefs Alan Kay and Cody Barnett, W4B Associate Adviser Mike Philbrook. There were at least 32 sand paintings in competition and a great Saturday night Pow Wow with at least 38 dancers.
Outstanding Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Pre-Ordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Vigil * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Siwinis 252
Flight of the Thunderbird * Topa Topa 291 / Siwinis 252
Camp Promotion * Youlumne 303
Conclave Fair * Siwinis 252
Attendance * 373
SECTION W4A Site * Citrus College, Glendora, CA.
MARCH 20-22 Service Lodge * Ta Tanka 488
1998 Chief * Russell Dzialo 249
Vice Chief * David Klas 291
Secretary * Justin Boren 252
Adviser * Ken Kolde 291
Associate Adviser * Bob McMurtrey 488
Staff Adviser * Marty Baldwin / Jack Bolkha / Andy Beard 488
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Brandon Fessler 520
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “A TOUCH OF MAGIC” There was both a 4” and a 3” patch of the same design. The weather was great. The shows were well done. The training received many good comments. Special guests included National Vice Chief Dave Petrush, Region Chief Brandon Fessler, National Committee member Esten Grubb, Region Chairman Jack Hess, Region Committee members Tom Tabb and Steve Silbiger, Area Adviser Steve Bradley, and Past Region Chief and National Committeeman Tony Fiori. There were a number of guests from Sections W3A, W4B and W4C. There were a total of 74 very nice Sand Paintings. The had 3 patches. The 4 inch was issued to all participants. A 3 inch with a blue border was used on hats. An identical 3 inch with a white border was issued to the Council of Chiefs and some guests. Vollyball and basketball went to 488 and Ultimate Frisbee to 566. W4A now has a WEB site http://www.bsa.net/ca/w-4a/w4a.html
Outstanding Lodge * 291
Ordeal Trophy * 291
Brotherhood Trophy * 291
Vigil * 291
Most Spirited Lodge * 291
Flight of the Thunderbird * 291
Camp Promotion * 566
Conclave Fair * 291
Roy Walker Dance Award to Sean Weller 566 (1st year award presented)
Attendance * 435
SECTION W4A Site * Nordhoff High School, Ojai, CA.
MARCH 19-21 Service Lodge * Topa Topa 291
1999 Chief * Justin Boren 252
Vice Chief * David Klas 291
Secretary * David Navarre 303
Adviser * Bob McMurtrey 488
Associate Adviser * Kevin Kolde 291
Staff Adviser * Bill Belcher 291
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Hayato Nakawatase 13
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: There was heavy rain on Friday night and scattered showers most of Saturday. The Saturday night show base on the theme “REMEMBER” was very well done. There was a 3” and 4” patch of the same design. The training was very good and received positive comments. My observation was there should have been more youth involved and in particular from the Section. Special guests included the Region Chief Will Parker, the Region Chief, National Committee members Esten Grubb & Del Loder, Area Adviser Steve Bradley, Region Committee member Tom Tabb Also in attendance were past National Chief Scott Beckett, Past Region Chief Jim Lewis and the Section Chiefs from W1B, W2B, W3B, and W4C There were over 25 very nice Sand Paintings.
Outstanding Lodge * 291
Ordeal Trophy * 303
Brotherhood Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Vigil * 291
Most Spirited Lodge * 252
Flight of the Thunderbird * 252
Camp Promotion * 566
Conclave Fair * 488
Roy Walker Dance Award to Jonnathan Mo 488(2nd year award presented)
Attendance * 426 of which 229 were youth.
SECTION W4A Site * Carpinteria High School, CA.
MARCH 17-19 Service Lodge * Chumash 90
2000 Chief * Justin Boren 252
Vice Chief * David Williams 291
Secretary * John Williams 252
Adviser * Bob McMurtrey 488
Associate Adviser * Kevin Kolde 291
Staff Adviser * Victor Enchelmayer 90
Area Adviser * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Cameron Mulder
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The weather was fantastic. The Friday night show was based on the theme (SURFING INTO THE FUTURE) but rather short. There was both a 3” and a 4” patch of the same design. The Saturday night show was to be based on the theme but was really a Pow Wow for the most part.. The training received many good comments. Guests included Esten Grubb National Committee, Steve Bradley Area Adviser, Tom Tabb Region Committee, Hayato Nakawatase 1999 Region Chief, Brad Lowry W1B Chief, Mark Stickel W4B Chief, Brain Barth W5B Chief The patch was a 4” round with a red border. There were two identical patches 3” in diameter. The red border was used for the hats and the gold border for staff.
Outstanding Lodge * 291
Preordeal Trophy * 566
Brotherhood Trophy * 488
Vigil * 488
Most Spirited Lodge * 488
Flight of the Thunderbird * 291
Camp Promotion * 291
Conclave Fair * 291
Roy Walker Dance Award to Greg Agamalian 249 (3nd year award presented)
Attendance * 360
SECTION W4A Site * San Fernando Valley Veterans Administration, Sepulveda, CA.
MARCH 16-18 Service Lodge * Malibu 566
2001 Chief * Darren Sorrels 488
Vice Chief * David Williams 291
Secretary * Greg Agamation 291
Adviser * Kevin Kolde 291
Associate Adviser * Bob Latson 90
Staff Adviser * Jon MacKenzie 566
Area Adviser * James Arriola
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Gana
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The weather was fantastic. The Friday night show was based on the theme (2001 A SCOUT ODYSSEY). The key part of the Saturday night show was entertainment by John Drebinger a magacian and my last Chapter Chief as Adviser to Tsungoni Chaper in Walika Lodge circa 1967. The training received many good comments. Guests included Region Chief Josh Gana, Area Adviser James Arriola, National Committeemen Esten Grubb and Del Loder, Tom Tabb Region Committee, Section Chiefs from W1A, W3A, and W5A the Vice Chiefs from W1B and W3B. Also present were 5 past W4A Chiefs.. There were 47 sand paintings. Some were outstnding.
Outstanding Lodge * 291 (They were not a Quality Lodge)
Preordeal Trophy * 488
Brotherhood Trophy * 488
Vigil * 291
Most Spirited Lodge * 252
Flight of the Thunderbird * 252
Camp Promotion * 488
Conclave Fair * 291
Roy Walker Dance Award to Michael Vergoo 566 (4th year award presented)
Attendance * 278
SECTION W4A Site * China Lake, CA.
MARCH 15/17 Service Lodge *Yowlumne 303
2002 Chief * Jeff Tenus 566
Vice Chief * Tyler LeBrun 291
Secretary * Evan Kolstoe 303
Adviser * Kevin Kolde 291
Associate Adviser * Bob Latson 90
Staff Adviser * John Wagner 303
Area Adviser * James Arriola 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Dominic Pascucci
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The weather was windy and very cold. The Friday night show was based on the theme (REKINDLE THE FIRE OF CHEERFULNESS). The training received many good comments. Guests included the Region Chief Dominic Pascucci, Area Adviser James Arriola, National Committeemen Esten Grubb, National Committeemen Del Loder, Tom Tabb Region Committee and the new W3B Section Chief.
Outstanding Lodge * Topa Topa 291
Preordeal Trophy * Topa Topa 291
Brotherhood Trophy * Ta Tanka 488
Vigil * Topa Topa 291
Most Spirited Lodge * Siwinis 252
Flight of the Thunderbird * Topa Topa 291
Camp Promotion * Ta Tanka 488
Conclave Fair * Ta Tanka 488
Attendance * approximately 342
SECTION W4A Site * Glendale, CA.
MARCH 21/23 Service Lodge *Spe Le Yai 249
2003 Chief * Tyler LeBrun 291
Vice Chief *
Secretary *
Adviser * Bob Latson 90
Associate Adviser * Gary Christiansen 566
Staff Adviser * Terry Hall 249
Area Adviser * James Arriola 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief *
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The Friday night show was based on the theme (). The training received many good comments. Guests included the Region Chief, Area Adviser James Arriola, National Committeemen Esten Grubb, National Tom Tabb Region Committee.
Outstanding Lodge *
Preordeal Trophy *
Brotherhood Trophy *
Vigil *
Most Spirited Lodge *
Flight of the Thunderbird *
Camp Promotion *
Conclave Fair *
Attendance *
AREA XIIF
AREA XIIF Site * , Az.
Host * Papago 494
1956 Chief *
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser * Lyle Bull 494
Region XII Adviser * Earl F. Schmidt
Comments: Reorganization took place in 1955. The data on the assignments was taken from a Order of the Arrow publication called “Organizational Pattern and Local Lodge Listings – 1955”. The lodges assigned to area XIIF were Victoria 177, Wipala Wiki 432, Papago 494, and Chee Dodge 503. Current data indicates that a conference may not have been held. Area 7 is used on the patches for several years. No patch was issued.
AREA XIIF Site * Camp Lawton, Mt. Lemon, AZ.
Host * Papago 494
1957 Chief *
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser * Lyle Bull 494
Region Adviser * John Triplett (Deceased)
Comments: No patch was issued.
AREA XIIF Site * Heard Scout Pueblo, Phoenix, AZ.
Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1958 Chief * Dick Bartholomew 494
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser * Lyle Bull 494
Region Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments: No patch was issued.
AREA XIIF Site * Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ.
Host * Papago 494
1959 Chief * Dick Bartholomew 494
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser * Lyle Bull 494
Region Adviser * Hurley Haygood
Comments:
AREA XIIF Site * Vincent AFB, Yuma, AZ.
Host * Pang 532
1960 Chief * Dwight Haupman
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser * Lyle Bull 494
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments:
AREA XIIF Site * R-C Scouting Center, Phoenix, AZ.
Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1961 Chief * Mike Hayhurst
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The patch says this is the Area 7 annual conference held in Phoenix, AZ. It is not known where the Area 7 came from since the organization in 1956, from national papers, says this is Area XIIF. There were seven Lodges at the conference. They were Victorio, Nebagamon, Chee Dodge, Na-Ko-Na, Wipala Wiki, Pang, and Papago.
AREA XIIF Site * Grand Canyon Comm. Hall, Grand Canyon, AZ.
Host * Chee Dodge 503
1962 Chief * Jerry Boles
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The patch says that the lodges in the area where 132, 177, 194, 312, 432, 503, & 532
AREA XIIF Site * Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV.
Host * Nebagamon 312
1963 Chief * Rick Ayers
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The patch says this is the 7th annual 12 F Conference and that the member lodges are 177, 312, 432, 494, 503, & 532. Victorio Lodge did not attend after this conference.
AREA XIIF Site * Ft. Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ.
NOVEMBER 6-8 Host * Victorio 177
1964 Chief * Roger Brown
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: The program included a fly by of aircraft, drone and signaling demonstrations and skydiving. The fee was $4.00 and due in two payments of $2.00. Theme: POWER FOR GOOD THROUGH BROTHERHOOD. Victorio was merged into Papago Lodge February 15, 1964.
AREA XIIF Site * Yuma Proving Grounds, Yuma, AZ.
NOVEMBER 5-7 Host * Pang 532
1965 Chief * Paul Ring
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Adviser * David R. Martin
Comments: Theme: OUR CHALLENGE FOR THE FUTURE. Training included service project ideas. The paid attendance was 43.
AREA XIIF Site * University Of Arizona, Tucson, AZ.
AUGUST 27-29 Host * Papago 494
1966 Chief * Mickey Razy
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser *
Professional Adviser *
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: Theme: A DECADE BEHIND US, A LIFETIME BEFORE US. The conference was held Sat. through Monday and featured a camping carnival. The fee was $10.00 and included air conditioned rooms
AREA XIIF Site * Camp Geronimo, Payson, AZ.
Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1967 Chief * David Tharp 432
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 432
Professional Adviser *
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: According to people around at this time, the Chief and Lay Adviser rotated with the host lodge. I haven’t verified this in writing. Lodges listed behind the Chief and Lay Adviser are based on this information. Theme: LOMA KEE DIO (might be Hopi)
AREA XIIF Site * Grand Canyon, AZ.
Host * Chee Dodge 503
1968 Chief * Kent Atha 503
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 503
Professional Adviser *
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments:
AREA XIIF Site * Valley High School, Las Vegas, NV.
Host * Nebagamon 312
1969 Chief * Bill Helmstetter 312
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 312
Professional Adviser *
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “ONE MAN’S BOND”.
AREA XIIF Site * Heard Scout Pueblo, Phoenix AZ.
OCTOBER 30-31 Host * Salado 551
& NOVEMBER 1 Chief * Tim Nicholson 551
1970 Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 551
Professional Adviser * Bob Nicholson
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: Seventeen were in attendance from Salado Lodge. Total attendance was 255. There was a newsletter at the conference called “WHAT CAN I DO“. This was the 14th annual Area 12-F Conference. Col. Carroll A. Edson co-founder of the arrow was a special guest. The Keynote Speaker was George Miller the past Scout Executive of Theodore Roosevelt Council. The fee was $10.00. The program included a history listing. There were two distinctly different stitched versions of the same patch design. One had a black cord loop on top and the other red.
AREA XIIF Site * University Of Arizona, Tucson AZ.
NOVEMBER 25-27 Host * Papago 494
1971 Chief * Brad Clark 494
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * Al Stambaugh 494
Professional Adviser * Carl Jenkins
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The theme was “MANHOOD THROUGH SERVICE“. Special guests included Col. C. Edson the co-founder of the Order of the Arrow, Mayor Corbett of Tucson, and Joe Davis from Philmont. The program indicated that this was the 15th Annual XIIF. The conference introduce Operation Reach. Other training features included Boy Run, S.O.A.R., and Inner City Scouting. Registration was $10.75.
Attendance:
Wipala Wiki 96
Salado 11
Chee Dodge 15
Nebagamon 51
Papago 40
Out Of Area 4
AREA XIIF Site * Camp Geronimo, Pine, AZ.
OCTOBER 21-23 Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1972 Chief * Alan Kleinschmidt 432
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * Albert Stambaugh 432
Professional Adviser *
Region Coordinator * David R. Martin
Comments: The special guest speaker was the Honorable Jack Williams the Governor Of the State Of Arizona. The Theme was “SERVE SELF, SERVING OTHERS” .The lodges were Wipala Wiki, Nebagamon, Salado, Chee Dodge, and Papago. This was the last year before the reorganization. The program included a history of Paul Wickey or known to many as Wipala Wiki, for whom the lodge was named, who had died July 1971. The chief of the host lodge was Robert Alexander, the Lay Adviser was Dale Martin and the Professional Adviser was Levi Young. The “Man Mile” award was started this year by Nebagamon 312. The fee was $9.00
SECTION W4C
SECTION W4C Site * Grand Canyon, AZ.
OCTOBER 20-22 Host * Chee Dodge 503
1973 Chief * Cris Martin 503
Deputy Area Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 503
Professional Adviser *
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser *
Comments: The theme was “LOVE THE HAUNTS OF NATURE“. The special guest speaker was Dr. Kenneth Odell of Northern Arizona University. This was the first year of the new organization. The “Man Mile” award went to
SECTION W4C Site * Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV.
Host * Nebagamon 312
1974 Chief * Ron Kennedy 312
Vice Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 312
Professional Adviser *
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was “GATHER NOW TO HELP AND SERVE”. The “Man Mile” award went to
SECTION W4C Site * Eastern Arizona College, Thatcher, AZ.
Host * Salado 551
1975 Chief * John Packard 551
Vice Chief *
Secretary *
Lay Adviser * 551
Professional Adviser *
Area Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The “Best Lodge” award existed at this time. It went to The “Man Mile” award went to Theme: MINDFUL OF OUR HIGH TRADITIONS
SECTION W4C Site * Pima College, Tucson, AZ.
NOVEMBER 19-21 Host * Papago 494
1976 Chief * Scott Hitt 494
Vice Chief * Dale Ruebsman 432
Secretary * Bruce Jorden 494
Lay Adviser * George Renwick 494
Professional Adviser * Frank Maldanado 494
Area Lay Adviser * Bruce Moore 13
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Kerry Cheesman 90
Region Chairman * Sam Hathaway 252
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The Theme was FIRM BOUND IN BROTHERHOOD. This was the first Conclave that I attended in the Section. The Saturday night guest speaker was Tim Creedon the Senior Vice President Sourthern Division Manager of Valley National Bank. There were displays by Coleman, Mountain House Foods, NESA, Sierra Club, Wisdom Dancers, etc.. Registration was $12.75. Attendance was 162 (503 = 12, 432 = 49, 494 = 69, 551 = 0, 312 = 23, visitors = 9) The “Man Mile” award went to Papago 494. The “Best Lodge” award went to Papago 494.
SECTION W4C Site * Luke AFB, Phoenix, AZ.
NOVEMBER 11-13 Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1977 Chief * Abe Arvizu 432
Vice Chief * Robert Hamilton 503
Secretary * Dan Escibido 494
Lay Adviser * Roscoe Bryant 432
Professional Adviser * Steve Demoter 432
Area Lay Adviser * Don Hansen 249
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The “Man Mile” award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to Theme: FIRM BOUND IN BROTHERHOOD Registration was $11.00. There were two patches. A mistake batch with light blue ground and a second batch with light brown ground. The two man dance competition was won by 503.
SECTION W4C Site * Coconino High School, Flagstaff, AZ.
NOVEMBER 10-12 Host * Chee Dodge 503
1978 Chief * Mike Mabry 503
Vice Chief *
Secretary * Eric Cravat 503
Lay Adviser * Bruce Miller 503
Professional Adviser * Joe Barney 503
Area Lay Adviser * Leonard Fry 436
Area Professional Adviser * Jim Fuller
Region Chief * Skip Breland 342
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: This was the last year before W4C was split off and made W5A. The theme was TRADITIONS OF CHEERFUL SERVICE. There was a hot air balloon demonstration on Saturday. The first place for team dance went to Nebagamon. The Potlatch was won by Wipala Wiki, ceremonies were won by Papago. It snowed 6” Saturday night which made going home on Sunday a problem for many. The snow thrilled many Arrowmen who’s never seen so much. They made an award consisting of a stuffed horned toad sitting on a throne. We think it went to the best losege. The “Man Mile” award went to Nebagamon The “Best Lodge” award went to Nebagamon. Leonard Fry the Area Adviser was in attendance. Registration was $16.00. The Section name (Sinagua) was chosen at one of the preparation meetings
SECTION W5A
SINAGUA
(HORNED LIZARD)
SECTION W5A Site * Havasu City High School, Lake Havasu, AZ.
NOVEMBER 10-12 Host * Nebagamon 312
1979 Chief * Chester Key 312
Vice Chief * Mark Walker 494
Secretary * Eric Cravat 494
Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Professional Adviser *
Area Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Professional Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: This was the first year after the Section was designated as W5A. The Man Mile Award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to The Theme was SEE THE NEED, MEET THE CHALLENGE. The fee was $18.00. Attendance from Papago 494 was 32. Indian dancing & the Pow Wow were held under the London Bridge.
SECTION W5A Site * Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista,, AZ.
NOVEMBER 7-9 Host * Papago 494
1980 Chief * Jeff Tuttle 494
Vice Chief * John Austin 432
Secretary * Brian Kelly 494
Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Professional Adviser * Ira Haberle 494
Area Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Professional Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Richard Good 305
Region Chairman * George Flanagan (deceased) 421
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The “Man Mile” award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to Visters included Bill Downs the National Executive Secretary, Region Chief Richard Good, and Bob Pattison and Sam Hathaway of the Wester Region Committee. Theme: EVER MINDFUL OF OUR DUTY. Attedance: Papago 53, Wipala Wiki 64
SECTION W5A Site * Heard Scout Pueblo, Phoenix, AZ.
NOVEMBER 6-8 Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1981 Chief * John Austin 432
Vice Chief * Jeff Tuttle 494
Secretary * Brian Kelly 494
Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Professional Adviser *
Area Lay Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Professional Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The Theme was ARROW MEASURED TO THE GOAL. Special guests were Kevin P. Moll the National Vice Chief and Kurt Christianson the Western Region Chief. They held a “Has-Been” Luncheon.The “Man Mile” award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to Registration was $15.00.
SECTION W5A Site * Mingus Mountain, Gerome, AZ.
JUNE 4-6 Host * Chee Dodge 503
1982 Chief * Wayne Witzig 494
Marlan Coe 312
Vice Chief *
Secretary *
Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Staff Adviser * Carl Jenkins 503
Area Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Kurt Christiansen 566
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: As of this year Lay Advisers became Adviser and Professional Adviser became Staff Adviser. As of this year the Chief was no longer rotated with the Host Losge. The Theme was LOOK BEYOND TODAY. The “Man Mile” award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to They had snow at the Conclave. Guests included Del Loder, Bob Pattison, and Sam Hathaway of the Wester Region Committee.
SECTION W5A Site * Hualapai Elementary School, Kingman, AZ.
NOVEMBER 11-13 Host * Nebagamon 312
1983 Chief * William Tilghman III 494
Vice Chief * William G. Gumbinger 312
Secretary *
Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Staff Adviser * Paul Morrow 312
Area Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Mike Sachs 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The weather was very cold and windy. The theme was TAKE THE LEAD SHOW THE WAY. The “Man Mile” award went to The “Best Lodge” award went to Tom Tabb of the Western Region OA Committee attended.
SECTION W5A Site * Marana Jr. High School, Marana, AZ.
NOVEMBER 9-11 Host * Papago 494
1984 Chief * Michael Hoffman 432
Vice Chief * Terry Meier 494
Secretary * Robert Kuropkat 503
Adviser * Rollan Tuttle 494
Associate Adviser * Jim Brink 432
Staff Adviser * Jerry High 494
Area Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Mike Sachs 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was MEETING OUR UNIT’S CHALLENGE IN THE GREAT SOUTWEST DESERT. Bob Wade the National Chief was a special guest. The “Man Mile” award went to 312. The “Best Lodge” award went to 432. The Spirit Award went to 503. Members of the Western Region OA Committee in attendance were Del Loder and Tom Tabb. Also the past National OA Committee Chairman George File was present. A special guest was Miss Tucson. Attendance was 297. Registration was $18.00. Several Teepees were on display. The first patch auction was held to raise funds. The program included the Miss Tucson Touring Show. There was an open pit Bar-B-Q
SECTION W5A Site * Williams AFB, Chandler, AZ.
NOVEMBER 8-10 Host * Wipala Wiki 432
1985 Chief * Terry Meier 494
Vice Chief * Albert Elwell 432
Secretary * Chris Weldon 432
Adviser * Rollan Tuttle 494
Staff Adviser * Frank Hutchings 432
Area Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Todd Brogaugh 468
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was 75 YEARS OF SCOUTING TO YEARS OF SERVICE. The “Man Mile” award went to 503. The “Best Lodge” award went to 312. The “Spirit” award was started this year and went to 312. Miss Tucson contestants were guests. Todd Brohaugh the Western Retion Chief was a special guest. Members of the Western Region OA Committee in attendance were Tom Tabb. Mike Hoffman the National Vice Chief attended. Mike was the W5A Section Chief the preceding year. Registration was $8.00. Attedndance was 321 (503 = 55, 432 = 164, 312 = 50, 494 = 52)
SECTION W5A Site * Camp Verde High School, Camp Verde, AZ.
NOVEMBER 7-9 Host * Chee Dodge 503
1986 Chief * Terry Meier 494
Vice Chief * P. J. Stephens 494
Secretary * Chris Weldon 432
Adviser * Rollan Tuttle 494
Staff Adviser * James Mckitterick 503
Area Adviser * Ken Hody 312
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Rob Patridge 421
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was BASED IN TRADITION FOUNDED IN SERVICE. The “Man Mile” award went to 312. The “Best Lodge” award went to 312. There was a tour of the Montezuma Indian Ruins and Yavapai Apache Indian Center. Guests included National Vice Chief Cary Roberts and Region Chief Rob Patridge. Members of the Western Region OA Committee in attendance were Del Loder and Tom Tabb. The sprinkler came on in the camping area. The temperature dropped to 26 degrees overnight. Attendance was 295. Registration was $17.00.
SECTION W5A Site * Cashman Field, Las Vegas, NV.
NOVEMBER 13-15 Host * Nebagamon 312
1987 Chief * Jeff McCormick 432
Vice Chief * Kent Thomas 432
Secretary * Scott Bitcon 494
Adviser * Rollan Tutle 494 until December / Chuck Miller 432
Staff Adviser * Eric Murray 312
Area Adviser * Chuck Miller 432
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Rob Patridge 421
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: The theme was WE WITH HEARTS AND WILLS UNITED. Invited guests inclued the National Chief David Erb, the Region Chief Rob Patridge, Esten Grubb the Area 4 Adviser and Tom Tabb from the Western Region OA Committee. The “Man Mile” award went to 503. The “Best Lodge” award went to 312. The weather was cold and windy. Registration was $20.00. There was an ice cream social, bigil breakfast, and patch auction.
SECTION W4C
SINAGUA
(HORNED LIZARD)
SECTION W4C Site * Casa Grande Jr. High School, Casa Grande, AZ.
NOVEMBER 11-13 Service Lodge * Papago 494
1988 Chief * Jack Stephens 503
Vice Chief * Danny Tucker 432
Secretary * Chuck Marzka 312
Adviser * Chuck Miller 432
Staff Adviser * Brad Allen 494
Area Adviser * Chuck Miller 432
Area Staff Adviser * Gene Richie
Region Chief * Mike Celano 127
Region Chairman * Del Loder 502
Region Adviser * Dick Rice
Comments: This was the last year before being redesignated W4C. The Theme was SEEK THE SPIRIT, SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE. The “Man Mile” award went to 312. The “Best Lodge” award went to 312. Spirit went to 503. Dance went to 312 and Ceremonies went to 432. Guests included Angelo Cappelli the National Vice Chief, Mike Celano the Region Chief, Del Loder the Region Chairman, Esten Grubb the Area 4 Adviser, Tom Tabb a Region OA Committee member, Miss Tucson, and Miss Arizona Lisa Mandell.
SECTION W4C Site * Williams AFB, Phoenix, AZ.
NOVEMBER 10-12 Service Lodge * Wipala Wiki 432
1989 Chief * Jack Stephens 503 until 3/1/89 / Roy Anderson 432
Vice Chief * James Arriola 312
Secretary * Scott Bitcon 494
Adviser * Chuck Miller 432
Associate Adviser * None
Staff Adviser * Dave Tharp 432
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region Chief * Mike Southall 436
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Theme: SPIRIT OF THE PAST VALUES FOR THE FUTURE. Guests included the National Chief Jack Stephens and members of the Western Region OA Committee from out of section Kurt Christensen (Past Region Chief), Mike Celano (Past Region Chief), Steve Freitas and Tom Tabb and from in section David Avant, Mike Hoffman (Past National Vice Chief), and Chuck Miller. The program was very good with some competition winners as follows:
Ceremonies * Papago 494
Dance Team * Wipala Wiki 432
Pot Latch * Nebagamon 312
Spirit * Chee Dodge 503
Best Lodge * Wipala Wiki 432
Attendance * 351
Man Mile * 312
They had a very successful scout memorabilia sale. It was run in two sections, one for youth and one for adults. The weather was clear and warm.
AREA W4 (W4A, W4B, W4C)
SUNSHINE
AREA W4/W4C Site * Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA.
MARCH 30-31 Service Lodges * Swinis 252, Wiatava 13, & Chee Dodge 503
APRIL 1
1990 W4C Officers
Chief * Roy Anderson 432
Vice Chief * James Arriola 312
Secretary * Stephan Gogosha 494
Adviser * Chuck Miller 432
Associate Adviser * none
Staff Adviser *
Area
Adviser * Bobby Rainwater
Staff Adviser * Derek Wilcock
Region
Chief * Mike Southall 436 (term ended Dec. 1989)
Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Staff Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: Attendance was 1628. Special guests included National Chief John Meckley III, National Vice Chief Tony Steinhart III, and Region Chief Ryan Mecham. The theme was “BLAZING A PATH TO THE FUTURE”. The Area 4 Conclave Committee consisted of the current and previous Key 3 of the 17 member lodges, the officers and advisers of the three sections, the Area Adviser Bobby Rainwater, Tom Tabb the Finance Coordinator, Frederic H. Sage III the Public Relations Coordinator, and Dr. Craig Kliger the Public Relations Coordinator. Conclave Vice Chiefs were Bob Blanck 127 for Indian Events, Arthur Banks 98 for Public Relations, Ralph Ulibarri 252 for Service, Tim Morgan 488 for Shows, Ivan Moore II 532 for Trading Post, and David Dandridge 249 for Training.
W4C Awards None were given this year.
SECTION W4C Site * Western High School, Las Vegas, NV.
NOVEMBER 8-10 Service Lodge * Nebagamon 312
1991 Chief * James Arriola 312
Vice Chief * Leo Hollis, Jr. 432
Secretary * Scott Beckett 312
Adviser * Rodger L. Bennett 432
Associate Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Staff Adviser * John Bennett 312
Area Adviser * Bobby Rainwater 13
Area Staff Adviser * Hart Bullock
Region Chief * Louis Monville III 436
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “STRENGTHEN THE LODGE, PATHWAY TO OUR FUTURE”. Guests included Esten Grubb and Tom Tabb. Attendance was 465 including 111 from off-site. The “Man Mile” award went to 312. The “Best Lodge” award went to
SECTION W4C Site * Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ..
NOVEMBER 13-15 Service Lodge * Papago 494
1992 Chief * Scott Beckett 312
Vice Chief * Jonathan Heames 494
Secretary * Robert Girard 494
Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Associate Adviser * Mike Hoffman 432
Staff Adviser * Shane Calendine 494
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Mark Wimmer 508
Region Chairman * Esten Grubb 252 / Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “LEGENDS TO LIFE – PASSING THE LIGHT”. Special guests included a wide range of people as follows: National Chief Sean Cox, Miss Teenage America Samantha Zogg, Jack Stephens Past National Chief, Ken Galloway Region OA Chairman, Tom Tabb Region OA Committee, W1B Chief Marshall Hagen, W1B Past Chief Aaron Bigby, W3B Chief P. T. McEwen, David Faybe EC1B, W4A Chief Jeff Morgan, W4A Adviser Steve Silbiger. The “Man Mile” award went to 312. The “Best Lodge” award went to 312. The “Spirit” award went to 312. The “Ceremony” award went to 494. The “Dance” went to 312. Attendance was 264. Jack Stephens received on of the first awars for oustanding service as a CVC for ceremonies. The Best Lodge award was made by Sean and Samantha. Installation was performed by Sean. The Saturday night program ended with a very impressive candle light ceremony. Lodge 503 will be absorbed by Lodge 432 January 1, 1993. The name Wipal Wiki and number 432 will be used.
SECTION W4C Site * Heard Scout Pueblo, Phoenix, AZ.
NOVEMBER 12-14 Service Lodge * Wipala Wiki 432
1993 Chief * Scott Beckett 312
Vice Chief * Jerry D. Page III 312
Secretary * Mike Granquist 312
Adviser * Jack Hess 312
Associate Adviser * Mike Hoffman 432
Staff Adviser * Jim McKitterick 432
Area Adviser * Al Naipo 252 (Thru July 1993)
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Ron Mahibir 533
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “WHO AMONG YOU NOW WILL SERVE”. The National Order of the Arrow Committee issued the new Field Operations Guide in July 1993. As a result, the position of Area Adviser was eliminated. The “Man Mile” award went to Nebagamon 312 The “Best Lodge” award went to Papago 494. The “Spirit Award” went to Papago 494.
SECTION W4C Site * Cimarron Memorial High School, Las Vegas, NV
NOVEMBER 11-13 Service Lodge * Nebagamon 312
1994 Chief * Joe Leisz 494
Vice Chief * Joe Scionti 494
Secretary * Michael Tucker 432
Adviser * Mike Hoffman 432
Associate Adviser * Paul Dore 432
Staff Adviser * Paul Beams 312
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Jim Lewis 252
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “ON THIS FIRST STEP”. The “Man Mile” award went to Wipala Wiki. Wiki also won the Sinagua Sam Spirit Award. The “Top Lodge” award went to underdog Papago Attendance was 381. The were 35 out of section arrowmen. Miss Clark County gave an encore performance on Saturday night.
SECTION W4C Site * Regina Cleri Center, Tucson, AZ
NOVEMBER 12-14 Service Lodge * Papago 494
1995 Chief * Joe Scionti 494 / Romy Brasher 312
Vice Chief * Josh Hess 312
Secretary * Romy Brasher 312
Adviser * Mike Hoffman 432
Associate Adviser * Paul Dore 432
Staff Adviser * Shane Calendine 494
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Jim Lewis 252 / Joe Scionti 494
Region Chairman * Ken Galloway 468 /
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “IN BROTHERHOOD WE SERVE”. Special guests included Clint Takeshita (past National Chief,) Jeff Posey (past National Vice Chief), Joe Scionti (Region Chief), Josh Feigelson,(National Chief) David Clark (National Vice Chief), and Esten Grubb (National Committee).The Section Chief change was made when Joe Scionti was elected Region Chief The “Man Mile” award went to. also won the Sinagua Sam Spirit Award. The “Top Lodge” award went to underdog. Total attendance was 316.
SECTION W4C Site * Heard Scout Pueblo, Phoenix, AZ
NOVEMBER 08-10 Service Lodge * Wipla Wiki 432
1996 Chief * Romy Brasher 312
Vice Chief * Matt Landone 432
Secretary * Patrick Gamble 432
Adviser * Paul Dore 432
Associate Adviser * James Arriola 312
Staff Adviser * Thomas Walsh 432
Area Staff Adviser * Larry Vaughn
Region Chief * Tony Fiori 13
Region Chairman * Dick Mills
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “DEDICATED TO THE SPIRITS HIGHER PURPOSE” Special guests included National Chief Ryan Pitts, National Vice Chief Ryan Miske, Region Chief Tony Fiori, and Esten Grubb National Committee. Participation and fellowship was excellent. The “Man Mile” award went to.312 and also won the The “Top Lodge” award The Sinagua Sam Spirit Award went to 432. Total attendance was 308.
SECTION W4C Site * Boulder City High School, Boulder City, NV.
NOVEMBER 07-09 Service Lodge * Nebagamon 312
1997 Chief * Patick Gamble 432
Vice Chief * Brady Dehn 312
Secretary * Steve Valdez 312
Adviser * Paul Dore 432
Associate Adviser * James Arriola 312
Staff Adviser * Paul Beames 312 / Dennis Pumphrey 312
Area Adviser * Steven Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Souza
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was LET THE ARROW BE YOUR GUIDE. Special guests included National Chief Chris Rogers, Region Chief Josh Souza, National Committeeman Mike Hoffman, Area Adviser Steve Bradley, Region Committee member Tom Tabb, past National Vice Chiefs Jeff Posey & Ryan Miskie, past Region Chief Joe Scionti, Past W4A Section Chief and twice TOPE CVC Jeremy Mo, the current W4A Chief Russell Dzialo, current W4A Adviser Ken Kolde, past W4A and W4B Adviser Albert Hoogeveen, past Central Region Chief J. J. Arnold, and past NOAC Trading Post CVC Phil Dulock. The “Man Mile” award and the Top Lodge” award went to 432. The Sinagua Sam Spirit Award went to 494. The weather was warm and sunny. The program and training was well executed. Approximately 50 to a special tour of Hoover Dam on Saturday afternoon. Total attendance was 369.
SECTION W4C Site *, Tucson, AZ
NOVEMBER 13-15 Service Lodge * Papago 494
1998 Chief * Brady Dehn 312
Vice Chief * David Gregory 312
Secretary * Tyger Mattingly 432
Adviser * James Arriola 312
Associate Adviser * Kevin Moshier 432
Staff Adviser * Alan Young 494
Area Adviser * Steven Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Brandon Fessler 520
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “LIFE’S AN ARROW SERVE IT UP”. Special guests included the Region Chief, the Area Adviser, National Committeemen Jack Hess (also Region Chairman), Mike Hoffman and Esten Grubb, Region Committeeman Tom Tabb, past National Chief Scott Beckett, past National Vice Chiefs Dave Petrush and Jeff Posey, past Region Chiefs Joe Scionti and Jim Lewis. Nebagamon 312 received the “Man Mile” award, “Sinagua Sam Spirit” award and the “Top Lodge” award. Total attendance was 307.
SECTION W4C Site * Cesar Chavez High School, Phoenix, AZ
NOVEMBER 12-14 Service Lodge * Wipala Wiki 432
1999 Chief * David Gregory 312
Vice Chief * Gabriel Rendon 494
Secretary * Steve Valadez 312
Adviser * James Arriola 312
Associate Adviser * Kevin Moshier 432
Staff Adviser * Thomas Walsh 432
Area Adviser * Steven Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Hayato Nakawatase 13
Region Chairman * Jack Hess 312
Region Adviser * Don Chilcote
Comments: The theme was “SEEK THE SPIRIT THAT IS WITHIN”. Special guests included Andy Oh National Vice Chief, Hayato Nakawatase Region Chief, Mark Stickel W4B Chief, Justin Borin W4A Chief, Matt Dukeman W3B Chief, Brad Lowry W1B Chief, David Carr W1B Adviser, Jack Hess Region OA Chairman, Esten Grubb National Committee, Mike Hoffman National Committee, Steve Bradley Area 4 Adviser, Tom Tabb Region Committee, Jeff Posey past National Vice Chief, Joe Scionti past Region Chief, Ken Hody past Area 5 Adviser, Annon Fife past Section Chief. The “Man Mile” award went to.Lodge 312. The Sinagua Sam Spirit Awardwent to Lodge 494.. The “Top Lodge” award went to Lodge 312. Best of the Year Award went to Lodge 432 Lodge 312 won Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Sand Painting and Potlatch. Lodge 432 won Dance, Team Dance, and dance Song. There was a Crazy Hat Dinner on Saturday. There was a number of recognitions for James Arriola as he finishes his two years as Section Adviser. Total attendance was 266.
SECTION W4C Site * Basic High School, Henderson, NV
NOVEMBER 10-12 Service Lodge * Nebagamon 312
2000 Chief * Gabriel Rendon 494
Vice Chief * Glen Whitting 432
Secretary *
Adviser * Kevin Moshier 432
Associate Adviser * Paul Beames 312
Assistant Adviser * Yolanda Valadez 312
Staff Adviser * Frank Hutching 312
Area Adviser * Jack Hess 312 / Steven Bradley, Sr. 13
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Cameron Mulder
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13 / James Ariolla 312
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The theme was “To Live, To Lead, To Serve”. Special guests included National Chief Carey Mignerey, Region Chief Caeron Mulder, Region OA Chairman Steve Bradley, Sr.., National Committee Vice Chairman Jack Hess, W4A Chief Darren Sorrels, W4B Chief Robert Brock, Past National Chief Jack Stevens, Region OA Committee member Tom Tabb, and several other present and past Section Officers and Advisers. The Sinagua Sam Spirit Awardwent to Lodge 432.. The “Top Lodge” award went to Lodge 432. Best of the Year Award went to Lodge 432 Total attendance was 262. A special recognition was given to Harvey Hardin for his service to the Section over many years of managing the Trading Post operations. This was his last year in that position. OA Jeopardy was a big hit. The Crazy Hat Dinner contest was a big hit.
SECTION W4C Site * Tucson, AZ.
NOVEMBER 9-11 Service Lodge * Papago 494
2001 Chief * Gabriel Rendon 494
Vice Chief * Michael Forrest 432
Secretary * Jorge Delgadillo 432
Adviser * Kevin Moshier 432
Associate Adviser * Paul Beames 312
Assistant Adviser * Yolanda Valadez 312
Staff Adviser * Alan Young 494
Area Adviser * James Ariolla 312
Area Staff Adviser * Marcus Mack
Region Chief * Josh Gana
Region Chairman * Steve Bradley, Sr. 13
Region Adviser * Gene Wadford
Comments: The theme was “REMEMBER THE PAST IMAGINE THE FUTURE”. Special guests included and several other present and past Section Officers and Advisers. The Sinagua Sam Spirit Awardwent to Lodge .. The “Top Lodge” award went to Lodge . Best of the Year Award went to Lodge Total attendance was .