Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Chapel Procession
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees processed from Headquarters to the Schlaanstine Chapel.
Arriving at Chapel
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, the attendees arrive at Schlaanstine Chapel.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs as attendees gather for the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Musical Prelude
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, a choir provided many hymns before, during, and after the service. Here, Ian Wolfe provides the vocals while Dr. Dave Mellinger is performing on the organ.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir sings at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Hat Arrives
2024 – Contributed by Anonymous
At each location during the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, Ernie’s campaign hat was left in repose while various speakers or ceremonialists provided remarks.
Bringing the Hat Down
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie presents Ernie Heegard’s campaign hat at the chapel service.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir sings at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir sings at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir sings at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Presenting the Colors
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The American Flag and Horseshoe Scout Reservation flag are presenting during the Celebration of Life Service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Presenting the Hat
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie presents Ernie Heegard’s campaign hat at the chapel service.
Placing the Hat
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie places G. Ernest Heegard’s campaign hat in repose during the Celebration of Life service.
Silent Prayer
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie directs the audience to reflect in prayer during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Reading
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Dr. David Mellinger provides “The Spirit of the Horseshoe” reading during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
“O you who have been imprisoned in the great buildings,
breathing the dead air;
Walking with broken feet upon the stony pathways;
Pouring over books with eyes dulled by the glamour of the
streets.
Listen now to the lessons of the Spirit of the Horseshoe:
Come, Scouts, with me into Manito’s great forest;
There, your moccasined feet will learn to step
as softly as the newly fallen leaf upon the earthly trails
that wind through the arches of the great trees.
Your eyes will become as keen as those of the Bald Eagle
as he darts upon his quarry from the blue heavens.
Your ears will open to the sound of the hunting beast
as he stalks his kill.
Your body will become as lithe as the pliant panther
and your muscles as strong as the battling bear.
Horseshoe will teach you to be true to your brother;
To speak not with the snake’s dou ble tongue,
but to guard your word, once pledged,
that it will never be broken.
In our pleasant valleys live health, happiness and sunshine;
In our hills are hidden the age old secrets of the first Americans;
Every morning you will be greeted by the sound of the birds.
With this sign, I make you free to all the hidden mysteries of
nature.
I… the Spirit of the Horseshoe… have spoken!”
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Scripture Reading
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie provides a few scripture readings before his sermon on “Dust and Seeds”.
Dust and Seeds
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie gives a sermon about Dust and Seeds at the G. Ernest Heegard Celebration of Life service.
Dust and Seeds
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie gives a sermon about Dust and Seeds at the G. Ernest Heegard Celebration of Life service.
Dust and Seeds
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie gives a sermon about Dust and Seeds at the G. Ernest Heegard Celebration of Life service on June 22, 2024.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Damon Sinclair
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Ian Sings
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ian Wolfe sings during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Mark Siegle
2024 – Contributed by Damon Sinclair
One of the Celebration of Life organizers, Mark Siegle, reads from the program during the chapel service.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Hymn
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Rev. Jim Goudie invites the audience to sing “Nearer My God to Thee” at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Horseshoe TaberChapel Choir performs during the Celebration of Life service for Ernie Heegard.
Chapel Panoramic
2024 – Contributed by Chris McConnell
The beauty of the chapel was in full effect during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Procession Out of Chapel
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The color guard leaves the Schlaanstine Memorial Chapel during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Hard Cover
2024 – Contributed by Chris McConnell
While waiting to start the Achgeketum portion of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life, attendees had to wait at Goodman pavilion until the “All Clear” was given.
Pete Motel
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Pete Motel informed the attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life that they had to wait at Goodman pavilion until the “All Clear” was given. A small thunderstorm cell was observed nearby, but it did not last for more than 15 minutes.
Pete Motel
Contributed by Andrew Coe
Pete Motel informed the attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life that they had to wait at Goodman pavilion until the “All Clear” was given. A small thunderstorm cell was observed nearby, but it did not last for more than 15 minutes.
Hard Cover
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
While waiting to start the Achgeketum portion of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life, attendees had to wait at Goodman pavilion until the “All Clear” was given.
Procession to Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
Once the hard cover was lifted, attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life walked from Goodman Pavilion to Achgeketum Fire Circle.
Procession to Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
Once the hard cover was lifted, attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life walked from Goodman Pavilion to Achgeketum Fire Circle.
Procession to Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
Once the hard cover was lifted, attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life walked from Goodman Pavilion to Achgeketum Fire Circle.
Procession to Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life walked from Goodman Pavilion to Achgeketum Fire Circle and encountered solemn ceremonialists along the way.
Procession to Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Attendees of the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life walked from Goodman Pavilion to Achgeketum Fire Circle and encountered solemn ceremonialists and the color guard along the way.
Color Guard
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The color guard for the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life waits to enter Achgeketum Fire Circle for that part of the day’s events.
Final Preparations
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists make final preparations for performing the pageant at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Final Preparations
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists make final preparations for performing the pageant at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Achgeketum Ceremony
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Attendees gather for the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony to honor G. Ernest Heegard.
Heegard Family
2024 – Contributed by Damon Sinclair
Ernie Heegard’s family gathers for the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony during the Celebration of Life service.
Achgeketum Ceremony
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Attendees gather for the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony to honor G. Ernest Heegard.
Achgeketum Ceremony
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Attendees gather for the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony to honor G. Ernest Heegard.
Placing the Hat
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ethan Bilson places G. Ernest Heegard’s campaign hat during the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony portion of Ernie’s Celebration of Life service.
Ethan's Speech
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Camp Horseshoe Camp Director Ethan Bilson provides some opening remarks at Achgeketum Fire Circle during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Chief and Drummer
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The chief and drummer arrive to start the pageant during the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Outer Firelighters
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The three outer fire lighters enter Achgeketum Fire Circle to set their torches ablaze during the Celebration of Life ceremony for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Chief is Settled
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Achgeketum Fire Circle ceremony for the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life, the chief gets settled on his stand.
Outer Firelighters
2024 – Contributed by Damon Sinclair
The three outer fire lighters enter Achgeketum Fire Circle to set their torches ablaze during the Celebration of Life ceremony for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Council Arrives
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists representing the council in the pageant arrive.
Mawat
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The main figure of the pageant story, Mawat, pantomimes the story being told by the chief during the pageant.
Roaring Center Fire
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The center fire in Achgeketum Fire Circle is roaring during the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service.
The Council Rests
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists representing the council in the pageant rest as directed by the chief’s story.
The Council Rests
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists representing the council in the pageant rest as directed by the chief’s story.
Leaving the Circle
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Ceremonialists leave the Achgeketum Fire Circle during the pageant.
Mark Siegle's Speech
2024 – Contributed by Damon Sinclair
Mark Siegle gives some brief remarks after the conclusion of the pageant at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
Mark Siegle's Speech
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Mark Siegle gives some brief remarks after the conclusion of the pageant at the Celebration of Life service for G. Ernest Heegard.
The Legacy of Achgeketum
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Celebration of Life for G. Ernest Heegard, A.J. DiAntonio delivers his remarks about the legacy and impact of Ernie on Horseshoe Scout Reservation, Troop 78, and Octoraro Lodge 22.
Refreshments
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, attendees gather for some refreshments before prepared speeches honoring Ernie.
Logan Duff
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, Logan Duff delivers his remarks about working with Ernie Heegard in Troop 78.
John Souder
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, John Souder delivers his remarks about working with Ernie Heegard in Troop 78.
John Souder
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, John Souder delivers his remarks about working with Ernie Heegard in Troop 78.
Matt Christenson
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, Matt Christenson delivers his remarks about working with Ernie Heegard in Octoraro Lodge 22.
Dr. David Mellinger
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life service, Dr. David Mellinger delivers his remarks about working with Ernie Heegard at Horseshoe Scout Reservation during summer camp.
Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
This was used to promote the Ernie Heegard Celebration of Life in 2024, open to all friends and family of the legendary Scouter.