The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative What is a Strategic Plan?

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Why is a Strategic Plan Important?

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative What are the Benefits of a Strategic Plan?

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative OA Strategic Plan

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative DEVELOPMENT OF NEW STRATEGIC PLAN Publication of Boy Scouts of America Strategic Plan On My Honor – Timeless Values Areas of emphasis outlined in BSA Strategic Plan: Traditional Membership and Unit Growth Scoutreach Leadership Marketing and Strategic Positioning Financial Development

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative DEVELOPMENT OF NEW STRATEGIC PLAN Analyzed the BSA Strategic Plan and Identified Key Areas of Emphasis where the OA can make a difference: Leadership Service Financial Support

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Proud Heritage of Youth Leadership Supported by Adult Advisers Leaders base Actions on Ethical Decision-making Must Recruit Highly Capable, Motivated, and Caring Adults High Quality Leadership Development Programs Allow Youth Leaders to Actively Develop and Use Leadership Skills LEADERSHIP

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Nationally Continuously evaluate and improve leadership development programs Insure effective teaching methods are used Enhance learning opportunities at Section Conclaves More opportunities for Key 3 leadership development –selection of lodge advisers –support of professional Scouters –integration of youth leadership into council Fully implement Lodge Assistance Program LEADERSHIP

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Locally, in the council Primary service to troops and teams, focused on adventurous programs and quality operations Actively support council Scoutreach efforts Effective use of OA Troop/Team Representative position Develop and implement a plan focused on strengthening the lodge in assisting the council to meet its objectives LEADERSHIP

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Heritage of Order of the Arrow is Service, especially in Support of the Outdoor Program OA Programs at All Levels will Focus on Opportunities to Serve Scouting and Instill Ethic of Servant Leadership in Every Arrowman Effective Communications is Essential Active Involvement in Recruitment and Retention of BSA Membership SERVICE

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Nationally Further strengthen relationships with Camping and Conservation Service, Scoutreach, and High Adventure Divisions of BSA Encourage Brotherhood Membership Develop support systems for Webelos- to-Scout transition and Cub Scout camping Effective communications tools Integration of lodge and council charter process Increased financial support to American Indian Scout for Scouting activities and camp SERVICE

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Locally, in the council Work with council leadership to thoroughly review effectiveness of lodge support to camp promotions, camping programs, and camping facilities Implement Leadership in Service program Develop and pilot progressive program features at camp that encourage campers to return to local council camps year after year SERVICE

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Quality Program Requires Solid Financial Foundation Order of the Arrow must pay its way Endowment Development and Annual Financial Support are Essential to Support BSA Program Nationally and Locally FINANCIAL SUPPORT

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Nationally Maintain tradition of funding national operating expenses of the OA through charter fees;all other programs financed through other income sources Build the Order of the Arrows endowment in support of program to $5 million Continue to provide financial assistance to selected lodges in support of council program FINANCIAL SUPPORT

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Locally, in the council Support council operating and outdoor program needs with direct contributions, in-kind commitments, and service projects Participate in council endowment through James E. West fellowships and other council programs FINANCIAL SUPPORT

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative LODGE ANNUAL PLAN Each lodge is expected to develop its own annual plan Annual plan development is a key part of the Quality Lodge Requirements OA Strategic Plan is a model for use by the lodge in developing its own annual plan in conjunction with its council leadership

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative LODGE ANNUAL PLAN BSA Strategic Plan and OA Strategic Plan concepts should be integrated in the lodges plan and tailored to meet the councils needs The Local Council Strategic Planning Workbook and the resources provided by the Order of the Arrow provide a system to develop an effective lodge strategic plan

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Group Activity Divide into Three Groups: - Leadership - Service - Financial Support Brainstorm Ideas Prioritize

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative Leadership The council would like to see increased unit participation at the councils annual camporee. They would also like to see more unit participation in the councils high adventure programs. Service Recently, the number of participants at the councils summer camps has decreased. The council is also having difficulty in recruiting quality camp staff members. Financial Support The council board has a goal of increasing the council endowment over the next three years. In addition, the council is also promoting their capital campaign, which will raise money for the councils camp facilities.

The 2003–2007 OA Strategic Plan A Legacy of Servant Leadership Order of the Arrow Conclave Training Initiative