July 2016 Vigil Honor Induction
2016 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From left: Joann Hohl, Marshall Goodman, Wade Bennett, Steven Scheibe, Vernon Powell, Luke Carstens
Vigil Weekend 2018
2018 – Contributed by Anonymous
Vigil Honor candidates leaving Achgeketum Fire Circle on the start of their ceremony.
Achegeketum Circle
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The newly renovated Achgeketum Circle prior to the opening portion of the Vigil Ceremony on July 10th, 2020.
Achgeketum Ceremony
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The first official campfire of the newly renovated Achgeketum Circle was used for the opening of the Vigil Ceremony on July 10th, 2020.
Sashing the New Vigil Honor Members
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Friday-Saturday Vigil Honor class of 2020 receive their sashes at Goodman Pavilion on July 11th, 2020.
Sashing the New Vigil Honor Members
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Friday-Saturday Vigil Honor class of 2020 receive their sashes at Goodman Pavilion on July 11th, 2020.
New Vigils
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Friday-Saturday Vigil Honor Inductees on July 11th, 2020.
New Vigils
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Saturday-Sunday Vigil Honor Inductees on July 12th, 2020.
Prepping for the Vigil Ceremony
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Francis Purcell IV brings in a box of cedar shavings that will be part of the Vigil Ceremony that started at the conclusion of the 2021 HSRAA Annual Reunion.
2021 Vigil Honor Inductees
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are the newest Vigil Honor members inducted in 2021 at the July Vigil Weekend.
Vigil Candidates at Attention
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The 2022 July Vigil Weekend candidates stand at attention in front of Allowat Sakima before starting their journey.
Heading Out
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Vigil Honor candidates head out for their journey during the 2022 July Vigil Weekend.
Following the Flame
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Octoraro 22 Vigil Honor Candidates – Mason Tushar, Nate Motel, James Swithers, and Ed Layton – follow their guide’s flame during the 2022 July Vigil Weekend.
Leaving the Circle
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
During the July 2022 Vigil weekend, Octoraro 22 Vigil Honor candidates leave Achgeketum Fire Circle to start their journey.
Vigil Breakfast
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Octoraro Memorial Lodge, Octoraro 22 members enjoy the Vigil Honor Breakfast during the 2022 July Vigil Weekend.
Vigil Breakfast
2022 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Octoraro Memorial Lodge, Octoraro 22 members enjoy the Vigil Honor Breakfast during the 2022 July Vigil Weekend.
Vigil Weekend 2023
2023 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
Vigil Candidate Ethan Greway (left) and Tom Savoy at the Vigil Weekend in 2023.
Receiving the Sash
2023 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
New Vigil Honor members receive their sashes at the July 8, 2023 Vigil Weekend at Camp Horseshoe.
Loren Griffith
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Head food honcho Loren Griffith oversees the french toast production for vigil breakfast.
Loren and Bruce
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Loren Griffith (left) appears perturbed with Bruce Goodman in the kitchen preparing vigil breakfast.
Kitchen Staff
2024 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Jeff Granito, Mike Grosick, and Bruce Goodman take a breather during food preparation for vigil breakfast.
2024 July Vigil Inductions
2024 – Contributed by Anonymous
July 2024 Vigil Inductees (from left): Jackson Shover, Elena McFadden, Doug McConnell, Ewan Brooks, and Violet Pendill.
2025 July Vigil Inductions
2025 – Contributed by Thomas Savoy
July 2025 Vigil Inductees (from left): Ralf Weiser, Dave Mengel, Hannah Lamb, Logan Duff, and Mary McFadden.

