Conclaves and Conferences

“Any society that does not succeed in tapping into the energy and creativity of its youth will be left behind.”
–Kofi Annan

Exhibit Details

Each year, members of Octoraro #22 convene for a section Conclave which takes place in neighboring council camps and boast great training, activities, food, fun and fellowship. Every few years, Camp Horseshoe and Octoraro #22 play host to the conclave.

Note: Pre-1949, there were Area Meetings, from 1949-1973 there were conferences and Pow-wows, and from 1974-present there are conclaves.

Displays in this Exhibit:

Tour Stop

1948 Area E Meeting

1954 Area III-A Pow Wow

1961 Area III-A Conference

1969 Area III-A Conference

1974 Section NE-5A Conclave

1983 Section NE-5A Conclave

1991 Section NE-4B Conclave

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave

2003 Section NE-4A Conclave

2009 Section NE-6B Conclave

2014 Section NE-6B Conclave

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave

2025 Section E11 Conclave

Conclave Administration

1948 Area E Meeting

Display Details

The 1948 Area E meeting was held May 1 – 2, 1948 at Camp Horseshoe.

1948 Area E Meeting Schedule

The 1948 Area E Meeting Schedule.
1948 – Contributed by Steven Scheidt

1948 Area E Meeting Chapel Program

The 1948 Area E Meeting Chapel Program.
1948 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1948 Area E Meeting Dining Hall Management

The Area E Meeting Dining Hall Management document from 1948.
1948 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

1954 Area III-A Pow Wow

Display Details

The 1954 Area III-A Pow Wow was held May 1 and 2, 1954 at Camp Horseshoe.

Memorabilia

Documents

Memorabilia

Documents

This worship service program was used during the 1954 Area III-A Powwow hosted at Camp Horseshoe.
1954 – Contributed by G. Ernest Heegard

1961 Area III-A Conference

Display Details

The 1961 Area III-A Conference was held June 16 – 18, 1961 at Camp Horseshoe.

Memorabilia

Documents

Memorabilia

Documents

1961 Area III-A Conference Program Booklet

The 1961 Area III-A Pow-wow Booklet.
1961 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

1961 Area III-A Correspondence

Deputy Lodge Adviser Jim Gawthrop corresponds to the lodge executive committee to get them to recruit people to attend the 1961 Area IIIA Conference held at Camp Horseshoe.
1960 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1961 Area III-A Conference Announcement

The Area IIIA Conference committee corresponds to the OA membership about getting them to attend the conference in June 1961 at Camp Horseshoe.
1961 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1961 Area III-A Directory

This was the Area IIIA Directory of parties involved in the 1961 Area IIIA hosted by Octoraro Lodge 22 at Camp Horseshoe.
1961 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1961 Area III-A Conference Welcome Letter

The 1961 Area III-A Conference Welcome Letter, with additional information for conference participants.
1961 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1961 Area III-A Conference Outline of Procedures

This document was prepared in order to prepare for the 1961 Area III Conference at Camp Horseshoe.1961 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1969 Area III-A Conference

Display Details

The 1969 Area III-A Conference was hosted by Octoraro 22 at Camp Horseshoe on June 13 – 15, 1969.

Memorabilia

Documents

Memorabilia

Documents

1969 Area III-A Conference Program Booklet

The 1969 Area III-A Conference booklet.
1969 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

1969 Area III-A Conference Information

This document details much of the planning involved in the 1969 Area III Conference held at Camp Horseshoe in June 1969.
1969 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Significance of 1969 Area III-A Patch

This document describes the significance of the 1969 Area III A patch.
1969 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

1974 Section NE-5A Conclave

Display Details

The 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave was the first conclave ever hosted by Octoraro Lodge #22, and it occurred on June 7 – 9, 1974 at Camp Horseshoe.

Pictures

Memorabilia

Documents

Pictures

The Octoraro 22 Lodge banner hung outside of Kit Carson during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Some conclave participants check out the Camping Expo held in the Campcraft area.

Some adult participants of the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave, including Deputy Lodge Adviser Jim Gawthrop (2nd from right).

Ernie Heegard at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Matt Christenson (right) and some other conclave participants.

Jim Gawthrop (center) and others at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave Chapel Service,

Deputy Lodge Adviser Jim Gawthrop (far right) speaks with some seasoned Arrowmen at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Section Chief Matt Christenson (second from left) from Octoraro 22 and his section officers at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The 1974 Section NE-5A conclave participants stand at attention during the flag ceremony on the parade field.

Conclave staff salute the flag during this flag ceremony at the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave.

Some conclave participants talking at the side of the Allen Memorial Dining Hall during one of the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave meals.

This Camping Expo vendor holds up one of his tents at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A conclave participant at the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave takes a look at one of the Camping Expo vendor catalogs.

Swimming was one of the many activities at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Here are the boat docks as seen at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Witauchsoman 44 Lodge banner hung outside of Rothrock lodge during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Delmont Lodge banner hung outside of Timberline during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Kittatinny 5 Lodge banner hung outside of Sherwood during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Gischigan 223 Lodge banner hung outside of Rothrock adirondacks during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Unami 1 Lodge banner hung outside of Browning Lodge during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

This sign greeted those who arrived to Camp Horseshoe during the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave.

The Wunita Gokhos 39 Lodge banner hung outside of Roberts Lodge during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The Amad’ahi 542 Lodge banner hung outside of Boonesboro during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Conclave participants checkout the sleeping bags and backpacks at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A conclave participant looks at a camping expo display during the 1974 Section NE-5B Conclave.

This display shows off the contents of a Backpacker Magazine issue at the Camping Expo.

A row of tents adorn the Camping Expo at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A Scouter checks out the gear at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave Camping Expo.

A vendor shows off his backpacks during the Camping Expo of the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Some MVPs at the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave, including Matt Christenson (2nd from right) and National OA Chief Cliff Harmon (far right).

Octoraro 22 Deputy Advisor Jim Gawthrop joins Section Chief Matt Christenson (center) from Octoraro 22 and National OA Chief Cliff Harmon (second from left) at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

National Chief Cliff Harmon at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

One of the flag ceremonies at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

William A. Hunter of the PA Historical and Museum Commission gives a talk about the Lenni-Lenape tribe at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Ernie Heegard testing the camera at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A wide shot of the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave Scouting Exposition as seen in the Campcraft area.

CCC Scout Executive Walter Ryan Jr. at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

An unattended booth at the Camping Expo has a backpacking tent displayed,

Rifle shooting at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Archery at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Shotgun shooting at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

One of the flag ceremonies at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

This looks like a mobile oven being featured at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Conclave participants take a look at the Cannondale Bicycles display at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Here a Scout checks out the J.C. Penney display of the Camping Expo.

A vendor at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave Camping Expo shows off his products to the participants.

A Scout checks out a bulletin board of many varieties of backpacks and sleeping bags at the Camping Expo.

It looks like Kittatinny 5’s delegation is a the Camping Expo during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A Scout checks out a bulletin board of many varieties of tents at the Camping Expo.

Conclave participants take a look at the Cannondale Bicycles display at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates from Amad’ahi Lodge 542 at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Some conclave participants hang out by their cars during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The chapel service at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A Scout walks up at a trail during the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave.

Admiral Farragut Academy Headmaster Norman Farnlof gives remarks before Saturday dinner at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The ladder climb at the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave was one of the more challenging activities.

A row of tents adorn the Camping Expo at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Conclave participants checking out the Unami One display at the Camping Expo.

1974 Section NE-5A conclave participants have fun playing volleyball as one of the activities.

Browning Lodge served as the housing for Unami One’s delegation at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.

OA Lodge 22 hosts Section 5A Conclave.

Octoraro Lodge 22 hosts Section 5 Conclave. Here is the lodge’s publications display.

Octoraro Lodge 22 hosts an impressive OA Conclave. Chris Rettew examines camping displays.

Camping expo display of new style tents.

OA Conclave display draws visitor’s attention.

Memorabilia

Documents

August 19, 1973 – Moritz Letter

This letter was from Conclave Adviser Rob Hoskins reaching out to Moritz to see about estimates for the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave patch.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

September 19, 1973 – Norman Farnlof Response Letter

Norman Farnlof, Headmaster of the Admiral Farragut Academy, isn’t sure if he can make it to the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

October 17, 1973 – Letter to William Hunter

Conclave coordinator Alan Fegley asks William Hunter from the PA Historical and Museum Commission to lead a discussion about the Lenni-Lenape Indians at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

October 21, 1973 – Letter to Krelman Company

Conclave coordinator Alan Fegley reaches out to the Krelman company for estimates for the patch and neckerchief to be produced for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

October 24, 1973 – PA Historical and Museum Commission Response

William Hunter, head of the history division of the PA History and Museum Commission, said he does not have any prior commitments that would prevent his from coming to the Section NE-5A Conclave in 1974.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

November 2, 1973 – Letter #2 to William Hunter

Conclave coordinator thanks William Hunter for accepting the invitation and provides specifics about the conclave as well as on what topics he wants Mr. Hunter to speak.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

January 3, 1974 – Norman Farnlof Response Letter #2

Norman Farnlof, Headmaster of the Admiral Farragut Academy, agrees to attend the church service at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

January 4, 1974 – Wa Ke Da Trading Post Letter

Conclave coordinator Alan Fegley reaches out to the Wa Ke Da Trading Post to see if they can provide Native American items for display at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

January 14, 1974 – Letter to Vendors

This letter was sent by Alan Fegley to prospective camping exposition vendors to see if they wanted to feature their products at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

January 29, 1974 – Service Crew Interest Letter

This letter was used to provide specifics to those who were interested in joining the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave service crew.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

March 1, 1974 – Information Letter to Lodges

This letter provided information to the lodges about all manner of logistics, dates, accommodations, and other things related to the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

May 4, 1974 – Delegate Additions Letter

In this letter, conclave coordinator Alan Fegley reaches out to see if lodges want to bring additional delegates to the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Host Guide Letter

Conclave Coordinator Alan Fegley invites interested host guides to a meeting on January 29th, 1974 at the council service center to provide them with more information regarding the 1974 Section NE-5A conclave and the host guide responsibilities.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Camping Exposition Display Listings

This document from January 1974 lists out all of the types of displays that will be featured at the Camping Expo of the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Dining Hall Operations

This document shows the table counts and worker meal times for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Listing of Letters to Businesses

This document is a list of all the businesses that will be solicited for support for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Program Booklet Requirements

This document lists all of the information items that needed to be compiled for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave program booklet.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Tentative Conclave Schedule

This document, created in August 1973, is a tentative schedule for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Conclave Schedule

This document is a slightly more concrete schedule for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave, adopting changes from the tentative schedule.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Conclave Committees

This document, created in August 1973, is a listing of all of the roles for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Delegate Packet

This document lists out all of the items that will be included in the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave delegate packet.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Financial Report

This document lists out all of the expenses and revenue from the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Program Supplies List

This document lists out all of the program supplies needed for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Staff Listing

This document lists the entire staff by work crew for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Worker Meal Schedule

This document lists when meals are available for the staff / workers during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Housing List

This document lists where the lodge delegates and staff were housed during 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Introductions

This document lists some 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave MVPs and their biographies.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Master Binder

This comprehensive document lists out all of the critical information for each work crew area to ensure the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave was a success.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Menus

As the title suggests, here are all of the meal menus for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Final Conclave Schedule

Here is the final schedule for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

October 1973 Council of Chiefs Agenda

Agenda for the October 1973 Council of Chiefs meeting that discussed the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1973 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

June 1974 Council of Chiefs Agenda

Agenda for the June 1974 Council of Chiefs meeting that took place at the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Section NE-5A Resolution

Resolution adopted by the Section NE-5A Leadership to compliment the host lodge, Octoraro #22, for their exemplary efforts in making the section delegates feel welcome.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Conclave Program Booklet

This is the program booklet for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave hosted at Camp Horseshoe.
1974 – Contributed by Frank Keegan

Faith Service Booklet

The booklet used at the Faith Service during the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Krelman Postcard

Krelman company’s postcard to the conclave administration stating their purchase is on its way for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Staff Interest Card

This card was used to gauge interest for staff members who wanted to join particular roles for the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Vendor Catalog Card

This card was used by delegates to request vendor catalogs after enjoying their displays at the camping exposition of the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Envelope

This was the cover of the envelope used by the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave staff for various purposes.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

Lodge Chief Questionnaire

This questionnaire was used to gain information about the lodge chiefs of Section NE-5A in order to compile it into the 1974 Section NE-5A Conclave program booklet.
1974 – Contributed by Alan Fegley

1983 Section NE-5A Conclave

Display Details

The 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave was the second conclave ever hosted by Octoraro Lodge #22, and it occurred on June 10 – 12, 1983 at Camp Horseshoe.

Pictures

Memorabilia

Documents

Pictures

Delegates from various lodges begin to arrive for the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave hosted by Octoraro 22.

Delegates check in for the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The conclave staff cook up some grilled treats for the delegates for the Friday Night Snack.

Delegates mingle and get to know each other.

One of the favorite activities of a Conclave, here an auctioneer allows participants to bid on various OA flaps from Octoraro 22.

Beverage fountain and large plaque on display in the Rossiter Center during the opening reception.

Section dignitaries and officers meet during the opening reception at the Rossiter Center.

Octoraro staff wash dishes after the Saturday morning meal of the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Section NE-5A delegates assemble in the morning on Horseshoe’s parade field for roll call.

Delegates from the 1983 Section NE-5A conclave chow down.

A section officer delivers a speech during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The section leadership convenes in this photograph during the Section NE-5A Conclave.

Section members listen during a training cell during the Section NE-5A Conclave.

One of the various training sessions of the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave, where delegates can learn practical skills for more effective leadership within their lodges.

Conclave participants listen to a trainer on the HQ porch at one of the Section NE-5A’s Training cells.

A trainer gives some valuable lessons down at the Kindness Center during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

During the Camping Expo of the Section NE-5A Conclave, delegates take a look at old insignia including various merit badge sashes and Rank emblems on these sashes.

Gathering at the OA Lodge during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave, including furry friend.

Gathering at the OA Lodge during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates gather at the OA Lodge for a reception during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Gathering at the OA Lodge at the Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates from Ajapeu Lodge 33 salute the section chief as the morning roll is called.

Native-American Dance Competitions are a staple of the program for section conclaves, such as the competition in Eagle Grove seen here during the 1983 NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates do some marching on the parade field during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates gather at the Camp Horseshoe Parade Field during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

This arrowman performs the Hoop Dance during the Dancing competition.

As part of the afternoon activities of the 1983 Section NE-5A conclave, delegates got a chance to unwind after training and take on favorite scout camp program areas like rifle and shotgun shooting.

A conclave delegate participates in some rappelling during afternoon open activities.

Another one of the many afternoon activities of the 1983 Section NE-5A conclave, these intertube racers charge down the pool towards momentary glory.

Some delegates practice their archery skills during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave’s afternoon open activities.

The bugle sounds as the camp remains at attention during the 1983 Section NE-5A conclave Saturday Evening Retreat.

This popular game modeled after “Hollywood Squares” featured delegates from each lodge in Section NE-5A. Participants would have to guess if the ‘squares’ were telling the right answer to a question.

Some Octoraro Lodge 22 memorabilia is on display during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Al Forssmark hangs out by the Camping Expo.

Participants of the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave meet on the parade field for evening retreat.

“He’s got the whole world, in his hands…” on the Parade Fields at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Some hearty eats during the 1983 conclave.

Octoraro Lodge 22 waiters at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave inspect some of the old uniforms worn in Scouting’s past.

“The World’s Finest Chocolate” was on display at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates peruse some of the patches and memorabilia of the Order of the Arrow during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

The regalia used by the participants of the Native American dancing teams is on display during the Section NE-5A Conclave.

Participants of the Native American dancing squad build a fire during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates dive in the pool during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Delegates check out some of the Camping Expo Exhibits during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Native-American lore is always on display during a conclave, including this teepee exhibited during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

A speech during one of the meals at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Octoraro 22 Waiters Serve Jello with Whipped Cream to the Section NE-5A Delegates.

Participants in the 1983 NE-5A Conclave perform the drumming rhythm for their brethren who are dancing.

A view of the front of the Horseshoe Chapel during the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

G. Ernest Heegard (left), Pete Motel, Kevin McDermott and Karl “Moose” Winsch sing during the chapel service of the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.

Memorabilia

Documents

Conclave Program Booklet

The 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave Booklet.
1983 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

Interfaith Program Booklet

The 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave Interfaith Program Booklet.
1983 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

1991 Section NE-4B Conclave

Display Details

The 1991 Section NE-4B Conclave was the third conclave ever hosted by Octoraro Lodge #22, and it occurred on June 7 – 9, 1991 at Camp Horseshoe.

Pictures

Memorabilia

Pictures

Memorabilia

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave

Display Details

The 1997 NE-4B Conclave was held June 13-15, 1997 at Camp Horseshoe.

Pictures

Memorabilia

Documents

Staff Listing

Pictures

Noah Austin greets the guests as they arrive for the 1997 Conclave.

Adam Larson greeting guests at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Native-American characters Kevin Andrews, Noah Austin, ?, and ? at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Cindy Smith, ____, Gumps McComskey, and Conclave Adviser Bob Matje at the registration table for the 1997 Conclave.

Camp Ranger Danny Cole and Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The Opening Show opens with a roaring fire at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Native-American pageantry features heavily in the opening campfire of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave, hosted by Octoraro 22.

The opening show brings out the Arrowmen actors during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

G. Ernest Heegard enjoys the food at the Chief’s Reception of the 1997 Conclave.

The Chief’s Reception begins at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Pete Motel (left), A. J. DiAntonio, and Kyle Brun at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Bob Craig and Joe Evasew in the kitchen at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Russ Neubauer and Charlie Fry in the kitchen at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Bill Trowill in the kitchen at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tom Shay and Tom Childers at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

At the 1997 Section NE-4B conclave, Bob Matje Sr. tests the pizza before it hits the dining hall.

Bob Matje Sr cooks some pancakes for the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

John Davison (left) and former Lodge Chief Tim Johnston at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Craig Hadden serves up some pizza during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Morning Assembly at the 1997 NE-4B Conclave.

Here are participants of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave at morning assembly.

Octoraro Lodge 22 officers as well as Section NE-4B officers lower the American flag during the Saturday retreat of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tim Gottgetreu is one of those responsible for the flags at one of the 1997 Section NE-4B conclave assemblies.

Tim Gotgettreu raises a lodge flag at the 1997 NE-4B Conclave.

Hab Butler addresses the participants of the 1997 Section NE-4B conclave.

The Octoraro 22 Honkers perform at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Joe Eagan (from left), Andy Smith, John Callahan, and Richard “Stick” Smith serenade the dining hall audience with their acapella rendition of Blue Moon.

The Octoraro Honkers singing at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Waiter Eric Kimmel at the 1997 Conclave.

Lodge Chief Neville Austin Jr. at the 1997 Conclave.

Former Deputy Lodge Adviser Jim Gawthrop, Former Lodge Adviser Ernie Heegard, and Council President Dolores Hagerstrom visit the 1997 Conclave.

Hab Butler at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Hab Butler speaks to the 1997 NE-4B Conclave participants.

Jon Divirgilio at the 1997 NE-4B Conclave.

Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio gathers the Octoraro flock outside the dining hall to deliver their signature call, allowing all within earshot to know they’re there. HOOOOOONK!

A 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave Session held at the Rossiter Center.

Native-American ceremonies, dances and arts & crafts are a part of any good conclave.

Rich Johnson takes a cat-nap at the 1997 NE-4B Conclave.

Adam Miller playing frisbee at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

1997 NE-4B Conclave security staff member Brian Williams.

Former Lodge Chief Tim Johnston at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Chef Carlo Demarco cooks up something good at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Bill Trowill in the kitchen during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Carlo Demarco and Bill “Curls” Trowill cooking up a storm at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Joe Evasew (left) Charlie Fry, and Bruce Balmat at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tom Childers and Tom Shay at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tom Shay and Tom Childers at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave staffers from Octoraro Lodge 22 shown here are Jon Divirgilio, John Callahan, and A.J. Zadrozny.

Brian Williams (left), Chris “Spud” Truitt, and Jason Gottgetreu helping out in the kitchen during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Troop 78 staff members at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Jon Divirgilio, Chip Childers, and Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Art Thomas proudly displays the Octoraro 22 website, the first for any lodge in the country, at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Mark Graham as the Health Officer at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Mike Patton, John Davison, Charlie Fry, Bruce Balmat, and Bill Lenker having lunch at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave staffers Tim Zupko and Ben Haldeman enjoy their Saturday lunch.

Section Chief Mike McCrea at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Section Chief Mike McCrea addresses the dining hall audience at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Kitchen staff members of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave husk corn before dinner.

Rifle Shooting was one of the activities at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The Shotgun range was used as one of the activities at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A Horseshoes competition was one of the featured activities at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave. Here are a few Octoraro 22 members competing.

Native-American Drum and Dance competitions were featured at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave participants put on a session regarding Native-American regalia.

Here is a session on Native-American regalia at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave, including taxidermy.

Adam Rogers III enjoys a soda at the trading post during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

(Standing from Left): ____, Bill Lenker, _____, Steve D’Antonio

Sitting: Greg D’Antonio

Delegates from Unami 1 (left) assemble next to the Octoraro 22 delegate contingent during retreat.

The colors are lowered at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The American flag is folded at the Saturday evening flag ceremony of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The American flag is presented at the Saturday Evening Flag Ceremony of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Staff Line, including section officers and advisers and conclave staff, at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Section Chief Mike McCrea addresses the participants at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Section Adviser Jack Bittig (left) along with Section Chief Mike McCrea and Section Vice Chief Richard Smith at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Patch Trading at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Patch trading is a common activity during Section conclaves. Here, Octoraro 22 members trade in the dining hall.

Here are the cooks for the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Steve D’Antonio checks out the display in the Lodge Building during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Chris Flipse presents a training session about computers during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Conclave staffer Chris Flipse trains a delegate on how to start building a website for his respective lodge.

Conclave staffer Andy Smith shows a completed copy of the NE-4B Winds newsletter at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Steve Shedlock at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

AJ DiAntonio and John Harple at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Mike Spritzer at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Bob Craig and Bill Lenker at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Bruce Goodman and Richard Smith at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Jerry Childers and Jon DeVirgilio at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A Scout does some rappelling at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

J.D. Parker (left), Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio, and John Parker at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Checking out the cannon at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Mike Greene (left), Mike Spritzer, and Gerry Evasew at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Some Scouters chat at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

James Greene at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Chris Greene at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tom Childers and Jerry Childers at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Brian Herb and Brian Williams performing their host guide duties at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Tom Childers serves lunch as a waiter during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Brian Williams gets on the podium at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Brian Williams gets on the podium at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave, ostensibly to promote the sale of the items in the box?

Cotton candy is served during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave Fellowship Feast.

Gerry Evasew and Tom Badman at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Karl “Moose” Winsch at the OA Bridge during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Eric Baughman (left) off to take his Vigil ceremony, along with Neville Austin II, at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Participants of the 1997 Section NE-4B conclave watch a ceremony.

Adam Larson performing as Allowat Sakima at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Participants of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave enjoy soft pretzels at the Saturday evening fellowship feast.

Patch and other memorabilia items being trade at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

OA members do some patch trading at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Section chief Mike McCrea and Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio pose with the conclave logo after the Sunday business meeting at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The Conclave Leadership get their photo snapped with the head chef that made all the culinary surprises happen: (from left) Jim Gawthrop, A.J. DiAntonio, Head Chef Carlo Demarco, and Bob Matje Jr.

Friends Mark Graham and Pete Motel at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Brian White and Tom Murphy at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Steve Brun walks out with some nice swag at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Kyle Brun packing up and going home after a long weekend at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Conclave Adviser Bob Matje Jr. at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Conclave Chairman A.J. DiAntonio looks wiped from a long but successful weekend hosting the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Section officers outside Schramm Lodge at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Section officers conduct an assembly on the Camp Horseshoe parade field during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A lodge is at attention during one of the assemblies at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Brian Williams has some announcement during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Kyle Brun thanks a conclave staffer during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The closing assembly at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A.J. Patton and others tend to the kitchen mixer during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

This conclave participant appears to be in full garb at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Conclave participants attend this craft workshop at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A lodge is at attention during one of the assemblies at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

An unknown staffer (left), Bill Trowill, and Doc Lenker at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

During the fellowship feast of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave, this lodge brought donuts.

A few conclave participants take a look at intricately crafted Native-American costumes during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A conclave participant has an announcement the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

The section officers and a color guard at one of the assemblies of the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

A few conclave participants have some announcements duringthe 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

This conclave participant is in head-to-toe leather at a very hot 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Cindy Smith and Karen Griffin at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Here are some conclave participants at a training cell during the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Richard Smith at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

At the 1997 Section NE-4B conclave, here is the early part of the ceremony where the fire is roaring and the candles have just been lit.

Kyle Brun (left), Richard Smith, and Steve Brun at the 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave.

Memorabilia

Documents

1997 Section NE-4B Conclave Handbook

This handbook was handed out to participants and staff of the 1997 NE-4B Conclave held 6/13 – 6/15.
1997 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Chief’s Reception Attendance Sheets

The 1997 Conclave Chief’s Reception Attendance Sheets.
1997 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop

Conclave Vigil Soiree Invite

Here is an invite to 1997 Section NE-4B Conclave Vigil Soiree.
1997 – Contributed by Matt Griffin

Staff Listing

1997 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Fred Stoudt
Greg D’Antonio
Bob Johnson – Ceremonies
Karen Morris – Ceremonies
Mark Morris – Ceremonies
Steve Brun – Conclave Committee
Jim Gawthrop – Conclave Committee
Ernie Heegard – Conclave Committee
Bob Matje – Conclave Adviser
Dave Sherwood – Conclave Committee
Clee Brun – Conclave Committee
Kyle Brun – Conclave Committee
A.J. DiAntonio – Conclave Chairman
A.J. Zadrozny – Conclave Committee
Herb Butler – HQ
Andy Smith – HQ
Chris Flipse – HQ
Mark Graham – Health Lodge
Pete Motel – Host Guide
Kyle Christensen – Host Guide
Tim Gottgetreu – Host Guide
Ben Haldeman – Host Guide
Brian Herb – Host Guide
James Pine – Host Guide
Jon Rothberg – Host Guide
Andy Satterfield – Host Guide
Tim Zupko – Host Guide

Josh Foreman – Kitchen
Brett Montich – Kitchen
A.J. Patton – Kitchen
Mike Patton – Kitchen
Andy Jordan – Kitchen
Bryan Jordan – Kitchen
Carlos Demarco – Kitchen
Ed Dougherty Sr. – Kitchen
Craig Hadden – Kitchen
Rich Patton – Kitchen
Matt Griffin – Kitchen
Pat Griffin – Kitchen
Bruce Balmat – Maintenance
Mike Berkeheiser – Maintenance
John Boldin Sr. – Maintenance
Steve D’Antonio – Maintenance
Bob Matje Sr. – Maintenance
Bill Trowill – Maintenance
Harold Weber Sr. – Maintenance
Karl Winsch – Maintenance
John Boldin Jr. – Maintenance
Jack Foreman – Program
Clarke Green – Program
Scott Salvatore – Program
Bill Sedar – Program
Joe Sivco – Program
Brendan Battenfelder – Program
Andrew Coe – Program
Dennis Cook Jr. – Program
David Hochstuhl – Program
Chip Childers – Program / HQ

John DeVirgilio – Program / HQ
Brian Williams – Program / HQ
Dennis Cook Sr. – Program / Rifle Range
Mike Barnes – Security
Mike Carrigan – Security
Ken Hawk – Security
Jim Montich – Security
Tony Hawk – Security
Ken Barnes – Security
John Pfeiffer – Trading Post
Ron Martin – Trading Post
John Callaghan – Trading Post
Josh Thresher – Trading Post
Jim Jordan – Program / Rifle Range
Dave Warlick – Health Lodge
Neville Austin Sr. – Circle Crew
Noah Austin – Circle Crew
Claude Boddy – Circle Crew
Bill Davis – Circle Crew
Tim Davis – Circle Crew
Greg Davis – Circle Crew
Ted Davis – Circle Crew
Mercedes Davis – Circle Crew
Earl Dering Sr. – Circle Crew
Earl Dering Jr. – Circle Crew
Mike Proudfoot – Circle Crew
Elmer Tomphalos – Circle Crew
Jim Trainor – Circle Crew
Joe Trainor – Circle Crew
Wes Vincent – Circle Crew

2003 Section NE-4A Conclave

Display Details

The 2003 Section NE-4B Conclave was the fifth conclave ever hosted by Octoraro Lodge #22, and it occurred on June 14 – 16, 2003 at Camp Horseshoe.

Memorabilia

Documents

Memorabilia

Documents

2003 Section NE-4A Conclave Handbook

The handbook describes the history of each NE-4A Lodge and has a variety of information regarding events, locations and more.
2003 – Contributed by Anonymous

2009 Section E11 Conclave

Display Details

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave was hosted by Octoraro 22 at Camp Horseshoe on June 12 – 14, 2009. The theme was “Test the Bow, Accept the Arrow”.

Pictures

Videos

Memorabilia

Documents

Staff Listing

Pictures

Videos

Camp Tour
Dale Mast gets a tour of some of the new facilities from Mike Arles during the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.
2009 – Contributed by Dale Mast

Conclave Promotional Video
This promotional video was shot December 20th, 2008 at Camp Horseshoe and features imagery of camp and the conclave theme “Test the Bow… Accept the Arrow”. The video was distributed to other lodges in the section to help drum up excitement for the conclave.
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico

Memorabilia

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Staff Shirt.

This was the shirt given to the brothers participating in the NE-6B Conclave hosted at Camp Horseshoe in 2009.

This conclave button was used to promote the 2009 conclave.

This sleek-looking neckerchief slide with the Octoraro 22 totem was issued to the staff of the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This gold neckerchief was issued to the staff of the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The gold / magenta epaulets signify that the wearer at the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave as staff.

This patch was issued to all participants of the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The staff patch, with golden sky, was issued to the Octoraro staff members for the 2009 NE-6B Section Conclave.

The trader patch was available for sale for all participants of the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The participant patch was available to delegates who participated in a minimum of activities at the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This scholarship patch was issued as part of the scholarship framed set that was used to raise money to send Section NE-6B to the 2009 NOAC.

This back patch was available for sale to participants of the 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Fundraiser / Trader flap.

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave delegate flap.

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave staff flap.

The Lodge Committee flap was made available to brothers who attended at least all but 2 Lodge Committee meetings from 2008 – 2009.

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Promotional Pin.

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Participant Pin.

Documents

Conclave Program Booklet

This welcome booklet describes some of the events of the first-ever Section 6B Conclave.
2009 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Pre-Order Form

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Pre-Order Form.
2009 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Staff Pre-Order Form

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Staff Pre-Order Form.
2009 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Lodge Adviser Cook-Off

The 2009 Section NE-6B Conclave Lodge Adviser Cook Off.
2009 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Staff Listing

2009 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Michael Arles
Neville Austin
Sean Bealer
Alan Blatman
Jonathan Blatman
Steven Blatman
Christopher Boldin
John Boldin
John Boldin
Brian Bostwick
James Bratcher
Christopher Calligan
James Caron
Gerard Caswell
Thomas Caswell
Wayne Cherry
Andrew Coe
Daniel Coll
Richard Crompton
Earl Dering Jr.
Earl Dering Sr.
Michael DiDomenico
Frank DiMarzio
Bradley Donahue
Edward Dougherty
Daniel Dufoe
Matthew Edwards
Peter Evasew
Ronald Fish
Susan Fisher
Matthew Flaig
Raymond Fredericks
Scott Fussey
Christopher Gilbert
Nathaniel Gilbert
Martin Gomez
Matt Groseclose
John Grover
James Harris

James Harris Jr.
G Heegard
Robert Hinderliter Jr.
Robert Hinderliter Sr.
David Hohl
Jo-Ann Hohl
Scott Hoopes
Scottie Hoopes
Alex Hughes
Christopher Ingersoll
Leslie John
Benjamin Johnson
Jeremy Johnson
James Jordan
Frank Keegan
Douglass Kiernan
Matthew Labar
Robert Labar
Daniel Luczka
John Lukowski
Dale Mast
Josh Mateyk
John McCabe
Michael McCabe
David McConaghy
John McGovern
Lee McIlvaine
Mark McIlvaine
David Mellinger
Jacob Miller
James Montich
Charles Moore
Karen Morris
Mark Morris
Paul Munscher
Thomas Murphy
Barbara Myers
Russell Neubauer

Jacqueline Palmer
Michael Palmer
Bootsie Pannell
Charles Persch
George Pfeiffer
John Pfeiffer
Jonathon Pfeiffer
William Pfeiffer
James Reagan
John Reilly
Daniel Ringenbach
Ian Salamoni
Scott Salvatore
Jeffrey Schaefer
Stephen Scheidt
Thomas Schlecker
Jake Segal
Evan Steinberger
Matt Steinberger
Mike Steinberger
Tom Steinberger
Price Stevenson
Gary Stolz
Alfred Stoudt
William Taylor
James Trainor
Andrew Tucker
Andrew Tulk
Thomas Valentini
William Van Deventer
William Watson
C Waxbom
Christian Wells
Brian White
David Wilson
David Wilson
Karl “Moose” Winsch
Randy Woodward

2014 Section NE-6B Conclave

Display Details

The 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave took place from June 6 -8, 2014 at Camp Horseshoe. The theme was “Arrowmen: Assemble the Brotherhood” and was staffed by 146 Octoraro Lodge 22 members (and a few from Blue Heron Lodge 349 as well), with 388 total arrowmen in attendance.

Pictures

Videos

Memorabilia

Documents

Staff Listing

Pictures

The Section NE-6B Council of Chiefs meet at Camp Horseshoe on April 6, 2014 to discuss the ongoing conclave plans and to get a tour of camp.

AJ DiAntonio and others assemble the swag bags for delegates and staff of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Staffers (from left) Matt Griffin, Alex Hughes, Mark Frazier, Jake Segal, Ian Wolfe and Mike Steinberger enjoy a treat at the Kindness Center after sweating over the swag bag assembly for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

At the Rossiter Center, staffers (from left) Alex Hughes, Steve Scheidt, David Seace and Scotty Hoopes assemble the fantastic program booklet for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

These comic character cutouts greeted the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave delegates as they arrived to register.

Just 2 hours to go before the fun begins, the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave Staff assembles for their marching orders.

Staffers (from left) Tom Murphy, Mike Steinberger, Matt Steinberger (as Wolverine) and Ben Linskens enjoy flexing their service muscles as the conclave kicks off.

Chingachgook standing guard outside the camp gates as the arrowmen assemble for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Some Octoraro 22 conclave delegates and others practice their skills on the Camp Horseshoe parade field as the conclave begins. Octoraro 22 would utimately go on to win the Ultimate Frisbee competition the following day.

Registrants came as far as Hagerstown, MD for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave, so registration ran quite long at the Goodman Pavilion.

The mighty chieftan Chingachgook, played by Ian Wolfe, makes his triumphant appearance at Friday snack at the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Conclave Chairman Alex Hughes gets a quick bite before moving on to his next task.

2012-2014 Section NE-6B Chief Brant Portner ponders life beyond conclave.

During the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave, 2014 National Vice Chief Taylor Bobrow teaches a training cell about the 100th Anniversary of the OA entitled Centuries of Service.

At Trailblazers, Scouts learn about the finer details during the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Participants in the Iron Chef competition make some culinary magic on the parade field.

This dock was specially constructed for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show at the Bend.

Conclave Staffers hunker down for an early lunch so they can keep the show going while everyone else comes into lunch later.

National Vice Chief Taylor Bobrow (left) and Past Section Chief AJ Kelly (both from daughter lodge Blue Heron 349) make a stop down by the Mason-Dixon marker near the Archery range.

After all these years, Ernie Heegard can still sing a rousing rendition of “Green Grow the Rushes” at the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave Saturday dinner.

The peaceful bend of the Octoraro Creek before the big closing show at the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave Food Service Staff.

The closeup view of the lights that burned brighter in the hearts and minds of those who attended.

The 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave team, posing after putting on a marvelous technical and artistic spectacle near the Bend. It was a show to capture the audience’s imagination for years to come.

Here are the centerpieces constructed by G. Ernest Heegard for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

The 2014-2015 Section NE-6B Conclave Officers elected at the conclave: (from left) Section Secretary Austin Noguera, Section Chief Alex Hughes and Section Secretary Connor Verhagen.

Videos

Conclave 2014 Closing Show – Part 1
The ceremonial fire is lit during part 1 of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2014 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Memorabilia

Here is a digital image of the completed rocker set with participant patch for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Based off of “Captain America”, this patch was issued to all staff and delegates of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This digitial image is of the Thor Trading Post patch for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This digital image is of the “Hulk” Staff Patch for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The “Thor” Trading Post patch of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The “Hulk Patch” was the template for the Conclave Staff Patch.

Similar to the conclave backpatch and based around “Iron Man”, the participation award was given to those brothers who completed the requisite number of activities throughout the conclave weekend.

The “Iron Man” patch design was also incorporated into this Conclave Backpatch.

This Conclave Chenille is a larger version of the standard conclave patch that was issued to participants of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This was the neckerchief sold at the trading post at the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The rally towel handed out at the 2013 Section NE-6B Conclave to promote the 2014 conclave.

Here is another rally towel that was given out to a different lodge in Section NE-6B.

Here is the T-shirt of the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave, with each lodge on the back being represented by a “superhero”.

In the swag bags given out to delegates, each person got a red wristband with black text that said “2014 NE-6B Conclave – Camp Horseshoe”.

This card was issued to all the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave staff.

This was a thank you card included in patch sets for some that received them.

This flag was flown during the day on June 7, 2014 along with 4 others from the 4 other lodges in Section NE-6B during the conclave. They were later auctioned off that evening.

Documents

Conclave Program Booklet

The official 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave booklet, fashioned in the style of a comic book with fonts to match.
2014 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Staff Listing

2014 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Justin Ackroyd
Bruce Allison
Eric Allison
Sean Bealer – Activities Adviser
Wade Bennett
Jeff Bobrow
Joey Bottum
John Bowser
Nathaniel Bream
Thomas Brower
Hab Butler
John Byler
Brian Cameron
Daniel Cancelmo – Host Guide Chairman
Donald Cancelmo
Matthew Candy
Mitchell Candy
Matthew Carden
Luke Carstens
Stephen Carstens
Wayne Cherry
Marc Circus
Andrew Coe
Ray Coe
Kevin Colbert
Mike Coley
Raymond Conlin
Ryan Conway
Paul Cook
Mona Cook
Simon Crew
Bruce Dewey
AJ DiAntonio
Michael “Mouse” DiDomenico – Publications Adviser
Frank DiMarzio
Dillan Duvall
John Eppinger
Susan Fisher
Robert Fisher
Mark Frazier – Activities Chairman
William Frazier
Richard Gardner
James German
Jonathan German
Christopher Gilbert
Gardenia Gomez
Jeffrey Goodman
Marshall Goodman
Bruce Goodman

Joseph Gorman
Steven Gorman
Joseph Gorrell
Edgar Gottshall
Matthew Griffin
Loren Griffith
Patrick Griffith
John Grover
Robert Hagenow
Robert Hagenow Jr.
James Harris
G. Ernest Heegard
Nicholas Hellgoth
Scott Hoopes
Scotty Hoopes
Alex Hughes – Conclave Chairman
Tom Iivari
Bailey Ingersoll
Alexander Jamnicky
Edmund John
Leslie John
James Jordan
Saralyn Kassel
Frank Keegan Jr.
Frank Keegan Sr.
Alex Keene
Vance King
Edward Layton
William Leonard
Alex Lindley
Eric Lindsay
Benjamin Linskens
John Linskens
Dana Lysle
John Lysle
Chad Martin
Josh Mateyk
John McCabe
Chris McConnell
Lee McIlvaine
Mark McIlvaine
Robert Meier
David Mellinger, MD
Steven Miller
Christian Miller
James Montich
Austin Moreno
Paul Munscher
Barbara Myers
Russell Neubauer
Chris Palmer

Jackie Palmer
Bootsie Pannell
Jeffrey Parsons
Tyler Parsons
Charles Persch
Brian Peterson
Alexander Peterson
Aristedes Poloway
David Poloway
James Reagan
Steven Reich
John Reilly
Craig Rittase
Scott Salvatore
Gus Sauerzopf
John Sauerzopf – Service Corps Chairman
Tom Savoy – Food Service Adviser
Ben Savoy – Food Service Chairman
Jeff Schaefer
Stephen Scheidt
Paul Schwarz
David Seace
James Seace
Jared Seace
Jake Segal – Service Corps Adviser
Joshua Serkes
Scott Sifford
David Singletary
Phyllis Singletary
Andrew Sorenson
Mike Steinberger – Conclave Adviser
Price Stevenson
William Stine
Benjamin Stippich
Tyler Storr
Alfred Stoudt
Matthew Summers
James Trainor
Joe Van Loon
Hunter Walp
James Warburton
Stu Watson
Brian White – Administration Adviser
Karl “Moose” Winsch
Ian Wolfe – Ceremonies Chairman
Jack Zabinski
John Zebley

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave

Display Details

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave was hosted by Octoraro 22 at Camp Horseshoe on June 7 – 9, 2019. The theme was “Carnival of Fellowship”.

Pictures

Several Octoraro staffers take a break in the Campcraft gazebo after hanging pennants and lights prior to the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Don’t forget the amount of staples used to hang these lights – hundreds were required for the symphony of light that was conducted during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Pennants and lights were meticulously hung throughout the campcraft area during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

3 Carnival banners hung throughout the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave – 1 in Picnic Grove, 1 in campcraft, and 1 on the new camp road.

Appropriately enough, for the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave there were over 40 ferris wheels created as centerpieces for the dining hall.

Welcome to the 5 participating lodges of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

This Circus Sign hung at Goodman Pavilion during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave. BINGO was hosted at Goodman Pavilion during the conclave.

Each activity had its own branded sign with the token amounts (if applicable) during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A few store-bought signs accompanied the “homemade” (Photoshop) signs that were created for the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

As per custom, the service corps organized a gear drop so that it could be taken to their respective campsite.

Dean Wheeler (left) takes on Dean Kaiser in the Angry Birds toss at t he 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Here are some perhaps-not-very-accurate carnival signs at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Dean Wheeler tries his luck at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

G. Ernest Heegard, part of the Service Corps, rides around the Loop Road at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Lodge Adviser Gus Sauerzopf rides as part of the Service Corps during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Reservation Director Jake Segal tries to avoid the limelight during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants enjoyed snack in the picnic grove on Friday.

A member of Wunita Gokhos 39 enjoys his arrival snack at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 NE-6B Conclave Staff Member Eric Jordan shows off his tuxedo t-shirt.

A participant at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave plays Skee Ball Putt Putt.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave play giant Connect 4.

There were tons of raffle prizes available at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave, and this table collected raffle tickets for them at Campcraft.

Token Wheel was one of the many games at the carnival during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Bottle Toss was one of the many activities at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave carnival.

Andrew Coe tries out the milk bottle toss at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The classic Claw Gift game had many trying to win carnival prizes at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Participants at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave play some basketball.

Drop a dot, cover the circle; pretty simple rules but a challenging game at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave play the Bottle Ring Toss game.

Air Hockey was one of the popular games during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Fling a frog for fun and fabulous prizes at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave saw the inaugural use of the new Horseshoe pits, and it was also featured as one of the team tournaments.

The Basketball Mania inflatable was one of many fun blow-up games featured at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

NE-6B Section Adviser Scott Salvatore enjoys some peace and quiet at the Allen Memorial Dining Hall.

Mother Goose, the lodge mascot of Octoraro Lodge 22, gets a hat put upon him/her (?) at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B staff members Ray Coe (left) and Tom Murphy.

Dr. David Mellinger and other conclave participants and staff at the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave play cornhole.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave cross the bridge for the Friday Night ceremony.

Allowat Sakima reads his lines during the rededication ceremony of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Allowat Sakima lights a stick during the rededication ceremony of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Arrowmen from Section NE-6B reaffirm their dedication to the Order during the 2019 conclave.

Chiefs including Bevan Watson (right) meet at the Octoraro Memorial Lodge during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Octoraro Lodge 22 Chief Bevan Watson and Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 chief meet at the Lodge Building for a reception during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Alex Lindley serves hors d’oeuvres at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Chiefs’ Soiree.

Members of Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 hang out at the Chief’s Soiree during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

NE Region Chairman Bob Chaballa enjoys some hors d’oeuvres at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Fred Stoudt and Tara Brooks serve food during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Conclave participants get some purple drink during an evening snack at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave kitchen staff come out for praise. From left: Russ Neubauer, Loren Griffith III, Tom Savoy, Marshall Goodman, and Jeff Goodman.

Morning Grace is recited during Saturday Breakfast at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Everyone is ready to leave and start heading out to the carnival at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

One of several training cells hosted at Trailblazers during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave, this cell talked about how to make malt for food and beverages.

2019 Section NE-6B Chief Collin Heckman teaches a training cell during the conclave.

Gary Stolz demonstrates his knowledge of zoology and funny hats at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

One of the many games at the carnival, Paintball Artwork was quite the hit at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Matt Griffin teaches a training cell on College Admissions at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Why have lunch and siesta separate when you can combine both?

Fun House mirrors were also included in the Carnival of Fellowship at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Fried Oreos were one of the carnival foods that magically appeared at certain times during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The Carnival of Fellowship also featured great BBQ food served right out at the fairgrounds during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Tara Brooks squeezes the lemons for the carnival lemonade at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Andrew Keyes (back) and Andrew Coe at Schramm Lodge during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Several participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave take a look at how they did at the “Shoot Out the Star” game.

One of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave staffers, Adrian Karver is seen here in staff shirt attire.

Chris Wills at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The Kitchen Staff of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

It looks like Alex Lindley just finished up serving ice cream at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

One of the fine carnival foods at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave, this staffer serves up some Cotton Candy!

Saralyn Kassel cuts some lemons for freshly squeezed lemonade to be served at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Tough game to win, but a fun challenge at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants try their hand at quick shot basketball.

The Octoraro Lodge 22 mobile trading post at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participant tries his hand at the Toilet Paper Toss.

Conclave participants and staff relax in the picnic grove after getting some food at the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.

Wunita Gokhos Lodge 39 poses for their group photo at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The new mother goose costume was unveiled at the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.

An Octoraro 22 conclave delegate checks out silent auction items.

Pete Motel and Nate Motel make some cotton candy at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A conclave participant tries his luck at the milk bottle toss activity of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A friendly game of Lodgeball at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Section Chief Collin Heckman gets ready to be dunked at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Section Chief Collin Heckman gets dunked at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Octoraro 22 Chief Bevan Watson is getting dunked at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Adviser Mike DiDomenico gets dunked.

Carter Miller is dunked at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley is in for a cold surprise.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley got drenched after being successfully dunked.

John Bossong gets wet in the dunk tank at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Octoraro Lodge 22 Adviser Gus Sauerzopf is heading for a dunking at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

John Bossong Jr. is dunked at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Activities Chairman John Thelman is getting dunked!

Former Lodge Chief Matt Griffin (left) and 2019 National Chief Matt Parsons stroll up the hill to evening retreat at 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley leads the way at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants stand at attention for the evening flag ceremony.

Kittatinny Lodge 5 stands at attention for the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave evening retreat.

Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 reports at the evening retreat of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Wunita Gokhos 39 participants stand at attention during the evening retreat ceremony of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Guneukitschik Lodge 317 stands at attention at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Evening Retreat.

Octoraro 22 participants stand at attention during the evening retreat ceremony of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Lodge Chief Bevan Watson at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave. He was later elected the 2019-2020 Section NE-6B Chief at the end of the weekend.

Former Lodge Chief AJ Moreno plays the bugle while Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley plays the drum that Jim Trainor is holding.

Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley plays the drums, Jim Trainor holds, and former Lodge Chief AJ Moreno plays the bugle while A.J. DiAntonio and Rick Crompton salute in the background.

Bruce Goodman is dishing out gravy in the Allen Memorial Dining Hall kitchen during the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave. His efforts even made the Sunday morning edition of the conclave newsletter.

The flag line salutes and lowers the flag during the Saturday evening retreat ceremony of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The lodge officers fold the American flag during Evening Retreat at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The flag line salutes Lodge Chief Bevan Watson during the evening retreat of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Guneukitschik 317 at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Kittatinny 5 at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The cooks put the final touches on grilled shrimp for the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants at Saturday dinner.

Publications and Promotions Adviser Andrew Coe hands out the Saturday evening edition of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave newsletter.

The crowd gathers outside the Allen Memorial Dining Hall for the Saturday evening dinner of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Saturday dinner at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 National OA Chief Matt Parsons speaks about humility in front of Section NE-6B at Saturday dinner during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 National OA Chief Matt Parsons speaks about humility in front of Section NE-6B at Saturday dinner during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave. Matt spent many of summers growing up at Camp Horseshoe with his troop.

The working ferris wheel place settings carried butter packets briefly during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Twin Brothers James Seace and Jared Seace become siamese twins via the wonders of modern technology at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

John Porter (left) and Matt Carden are all set to perform during the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave amass on The Bend hill waiting for the closing show to begin.

The view from the back of the audience at the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants gather at The Bend to watch the closing show for the carnival-themed conclave hosted by Octoraro Lodge 22.

Here are the valves and switches used for the ultra-cool water cyclone used during the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A clown performer at the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Sarah Diamond and John Porter act in the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The miraculous cyclone of light makes its public debut at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave closing show.

The miraculous cyclone of light at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave closing show.

Greatest Showman John Porter next to the miraculous cyclone of light.

Jared Seace and James Seace play the part of Siamese Twins while “strongman” AJ Moreno looks on during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave closing show.

Greatest Showman John Porter and one of his clowns at the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Sarah Diamond and John Porter act in the final show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The Great Showman John Porter addresses the audience at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The Greatest Showman and his menagerie of characters at the 2019 Section NE-6B Closing Show.

The pudding eating contest is about to begin at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Members of each lodge in Section NE-6B try their hardest to win the pudding eating contest at the conclave closing show.

A pie eating contestant struggles during the event at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

A pudding eating contestant at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Members of each lodge try to capture a donut on a string during the 2019 NE-6B Section Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.

Brant Portner from Kittatinny 5 wins the donut catch at the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.

Youth members of each lodge try to win the ring toss game at the closing show of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

As part of the closing show, members from all the lodges participated in the Ring Toss at the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.

One of many beautiful fireworks explosions during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Shot far back, it still shows a brilliant scene over the audience of 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants.

2019 – Contributed by Andrew Keyes

Perhaps the most illuminating fireworks to go off at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Fireworks at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The fellowship feast of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave, all set up and ready for the participants.

After the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave closing show, members of all lodges headed to Campcraft to bid on prizes and hear the results of the silent auction.

These jousters got in a little practice, even during the Fellowship Feast at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Saralyn Kassel and A.J. DiAntonio hang out in Campcraft during the Fellowship Feast at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Tom Savoy reads the Sunday morning edition of the conclave newsletter which had peculiar but “glowing” reviews of the Saturday evening dinner at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

An Octoraro 22 staff member prepares the Quiche Lorraine for Sunday breakfast at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

The Sunday breakfast entree of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

Saralyn Kassel discussed with Conclave Chairman Jake Zebley about how things are going during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.

2019 Section NE-6B Chief Collin Heckman thanks Jake Zebley, the conclave chairman, for all his Herculean efforts in putting together an amazing show.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants at Sunday breakfast.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants thanked the Culinary Specialist staff at Sunday breakfast.

Section NE-6B Conclave participants head to the Schlaanstine Memorial Chapel for the chapel service and business meeting.

The 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants sing at the chapel service.

Participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave sing at chapel during the religious service.

Lodge Chief Bevan Watson delivers an inspirational message during the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave chapel service.

Staff of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave sing at chapel during the religious service.

Several members of the Camp Horseshoe staff play beautiful music at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave chapel service.

Staff of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave sing at chapel during the religious service.

At the staff banquet at the conclusion of 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave, staffers Dean Kaiser (left) and Andrew Coe (right) eat huge sandwiches full of whatever leftover meat was found in the kitchen.

Videos

Combined Conclave Promo
This promotional video lists both the activities and the great food for the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Staff Promo
This video outlines the staff positions available at the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Work Day Promo
This video was used to promote the hardwork and fellowship of the staff working to make the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave the best it can be.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Rejected Conclave Promo
The original 2019 conclave promo video was rejected in favor of a video with some ragtime music.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Promo 2
The main promotional video used to advertise the
2019 Conclave at Camp Horseshoe.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 1
The crowd gets settles and listens to some carnival music in part 1 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 2
The carnival landlord and the Greatest Showman exchange some words in part 2 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 3
One of the carnival performers gives advice and insight to the Greatest Showman in part 3 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 4
Here is the big musical number in part 4 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 5
The Greatest Showman comes to a realization in part 5 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 6
Fellowship competitions begin in part 6 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 7
The fireworks begin in part 7 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Conclave 2019 Closing Show – Part 8
The fireworks conclude in part 8 of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave Closing Show.
2019 – Contributed by Anthony J. DiAntonio

Memorabilia

Maps

Documents

Conclave Program Booklet

The official 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave booklet.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Welcome Letter

This welcome letter was included in the tote bag each of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave participants received.
2019 – Contributed by John Zebley

Conclave Mini-Booklet

This booklet was a condensed summary of information useful to the participants of the 2019 Section NE-6B Conclave.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Special Needs Form

This is the special needs form from the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Business Sponsorship

This flyer was used to promote the availability of sponsorships for the 2019 Section NE-6B conclave.
2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Staff Listing

2019 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Management
Jake Zebley – Conclave Chairman
Mike DiDomenico – Conclave Adviser
Sherry Seace – Contingent Adviser

Trading Post
Bill Stine
Francis Purcell IV
Edward Dougherty
Paul Munscher
Ben Merklee
Brian White
Tiffany Callaghan

Publications and Promotions
Dean Wheeler
Andrew Coe
Dean Kaiser
Andrew Keyes

Hospitality
Owen Cutler
Stephen Carroll
Becky Ekins
Tom Bartlett
Bob Wheeler
John McCabe Jr.
Steve Scheidt
Jackson Barno
Christopher St. Clair
John McFadden
Jared Seace
Kevin Babb
Steve Miller
Ray Coe
Merry Wills
Jack Wills
William Blankmeyer

Culinary Specialists
Alex Lindley
Fred Stoudt
Russell Neubauer
Pete Motel
Nathan Motel
Max Olstad
Eric Allison
Tom Savoy
Saralyn Kassel
Clarence Harrison
Tara Brooks
Loren Griffith
Patrick Griffith
Jeff Goodman
Bruce Goodman
Marshall Goodman
Scott Sifford
Steven Gorman
Joseph Gorman
Kelly Watson
Joel McNary
John Shahadi
Edgar Gottshall
John Thelman
Jennifer Cole
Jeff Granito
Justin Cahoe
Michael C. Grosick
Michael W. Grosick
Dave Singletary

Activities
Andrew Lewis
Wayne Cherry
Ethan Dela Torre
Colin Panchelli
A.J. DiAntonio
Eric Jordan
Jacob Donahue
Jim German
Chet Darlington
Ryan Darlington
Senthil Vel
Tyler Mordosky
John Kinsley
Adrian Karver
Benjamin Karver
Connor Bossong
Bruce Wilson
Clyde Carr
Arthur Taylor
Sean Watson
Albert Mercado
Steven Winn
John Thelman
Joseph Moon
Thomas Mellema
Jack McGovern
Adam “Reeves” Yanez
Michael McGlone
James “JJ” Stunda Jr.
Andrew Powell
William Powell
James Seace

Ceremonies
Jim Harris
Max Weiser
Jackie Palmer
Alexander “Sasha” Christensen
Jeff Schaefer
Chad Martin
John Porter
Charles Persch
Tyler Storr
Richard Witkowski
Matthew Carden
Ben Linskens
Sarah Diamond

Service Corps
Gus Sauerzopf
James Sweed
Dana Lysle
Mark Lysle
G.E. Heegard
Steve Kiernan
Jim Montich
Tom Williams
Dave Seace
Ian Wolfe
John Reilly
George Pfeiffer
Dave Hohl
AJ Moreno
Steven Luke
John “Chris” Grover

Administration
Barb Myers
Leslie John
Sharon Jordan
Chris Wills
James Trainor
David Mellinger
Kerri Crompton
Richard Crompton
Padraic Richardson
Heather Goodman

2025 Section E11 Conclave

Display Details

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave was hosted by Octoraro 22 at Camp Horseshoe on June 6 – 8, 2025. The theme was “Scoutcraft: Building a Better Brotherhood” based on a Minecraft theme.

Pictures

Videos

Memorabilia

Documents

Staff Listing

Pictures

2025 Section E11 Conclave Staff.

Activities Chairman Michael Corbo speaks with the staff at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave staff just before the conclave begins.

Conclave staffers stand at the welcome sign before the 2025 Section E11 Conclave begins.

Conclave staffers greet the delegates at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Rachel C. (left), Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler, and Lily Rohner are preparing for the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Paul Munscher serves Friday arrival snack to the 2025 Section E11 Conclave participants.

Some Octoraro staff hang out at Goodman Pavilion as the 2025 Section E11 Conclave starts.

Peter Gorman (left), Bubba Laguna, and Michael Corbo get the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Friday Snack.

Tom Murphy gets his Friday night hot dog dinner at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Octoraro 22 members get some ice cream and hot dogs as the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Begins.

William G. and his helper Sid P. getting a quick snack before back to work.

William G. (right) needs some help getting around during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Octoraro 22 conclave staff members used the golf carts to transport items around quickly as part of the 2025 Section 11 Conclave Service Corps.

The Conclave Administration Staff at the Rossiter Center as the 2025 Section E11 Conclave begins.

Conclave staff hang out at the Goodman Pavilion as the 2025 Section E11 Conclave begins.

Mary McFadden tends to the trading post during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave had a wide array of patches for sale at the Trading Post.

The kitchen crew cleans the kitchen area while also preparing the Friday Night Snack for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Steve Gorman (left) and Michael Grosick at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Bob Wheeler brings down some supplies for the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Camille B. and Austin Price at the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Collin Wheeler takes a loop up as the festivities begin at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.

The 2025 Octoraro 22 Officers (from left): Chief Collin Wheeler, Vice Chief Michael Corbo, Past Chief Peter Gorman, Vice Chief Camille B., and Corresponding Secretary Austin Price. Treasurer Sawyer J. is on the chief’s stand.

Sawyer J. pumps up the conclave crowd before the opening show begins.

The crowd gets restless before the Opening Show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave begins.

Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler starts his emcee duties for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.

Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler gets the crowd pumped at the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The crowd gets restless before the Opening Show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave begins.

Delegates enter Achgeketum Fire Circle for the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Peter Gorman and Collin Wheeler at the Opening Show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Sawyer J. pumps up the conclave crowd before the opening show begins.

One of the great competitions at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave was the Mummification competition where each lodge has to see how quickly they can “mummify” a volunteer from their lodge.

Competitors had to get mini marshmallows into their counterpart’s cup.

Building a tower structure was one of the many competitions at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.

Who can remove all the tissues from the dispenser the fastest? This competition determined it.

Patch trading was one of the many activities at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Dining Hall staff serve up some pizza treats at the Friday night snack of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Conclave Chairman Peter Gorman speaks at Saturday breakfast of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Matt Ostrowski is getting ready to host the Minecraft building activity at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

These folks line up to try the Escape Room at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Members of Octoraro Lodge 22 try to figure out the Escape Room at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

2025 Section E11 Conclave attendees hold up signs showing that they did indeed escape the room.

Here is how the Escape Room in the White House was set up during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This conclave delegate is having fun at the building box for her lodge, seeing what she can find in there.

Troop 44 members at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This delegate of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave tries his luck at putting a cube golf ball.

The Octoraro 22 Mobile Trading Post is out and about Saturday morning of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This Octoraro member bids on one of the many silent auction items at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

William G. at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Silent Auction tables.

This delegate from Sasquesahanough 11 is ready to go fishing at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Yes, cube basketball was a thing at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Edgar Gotshall cooks lunch at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Fire building was one of the competitions at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Conclave delegates wait patiently in line for Saturday Lunch.

This 2025 Section E11 Conclave delegate from Kittatinny V tries her luck at the dunk tank.

Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler is plunged into the water during the dunk tank activity of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This lodge chief is plunged into the water during the dunk tank activity of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Each lodge was given a build box of items to make at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

These Scouts from Kittatinny V built shields and swords as part of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave “Minecrafting” activity.

Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 working in their “build box” at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Not exactly sure what engineering marvel this is supposed to be; perhaps a catapult?

Wunita Gokhos 39 and their “build box” at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Kittatinny Lodge V members and their “build box” of items.

Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 working on their Minecrafting projects at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This Kittatinny Lodge 5 member begins to build his sword as part of the Minecrafting activity of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

This Kittatinny Lodge 5 member built a sword as part of the Minecrafting activity of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Matt Ostrowski builds his own gear at the Minecrafting area.

This Scout is working on their Minecrafting project at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Michael Corbo and Hannah Lamb serve snow cones during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 “build box” at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

2025 Section E11 Conclave participants compete in Horseshoes.

2025 Section E11 Conclave participants compete in Volleyball.

Troop 44 members at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The competition winners were awarded points and the lodge with the most points won this trophy at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

One of the many activities at the 2025 Section E11 conclave, yard games included cornhole and ladder ball.

A conclave delegate does a little afternoon fishing at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Kickball was one of the many activities at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

One of the many activities at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave, you could get your photo taken and instantly printed!

Fire building was one of the competitions at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Steve Scheidt (center) dressed like “Steve” from A Minecraft Movie and members of Wunita Gokhos 39 wanted to pose with him for that.

The STEM center laptops were used for 2025 Section E11 Conclave participants to try to build the best 3d structure as voted on by other conclave participants.

Gaga Ball was one of the many activities at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Service Corps needed to chop some wood on Saturday afternoon.

Conclave staff members from Octoraro 22 take a break outside of the Allen Memorial Dining Hall.

Dr. Gary Stolz brought a bunch of peculiar wildlife items down to the conclave for his Saturday afternoon display.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave staff take a break from the Escape Rooms on the porch of the White House.

Sammy Bishop gets suited up for the Final Showdown during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant braves the obstacles of the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant pushes a tire during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant braves the obstacles of the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

A participant runs to the next obstacle during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant pushes a tire during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant works a rope obstacle the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

A participant gets support from their lodge during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

A participant runs to the next obstacle during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Here a participant pushes a tire during the Final Showdown at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Kitchen crew member Bruce Goodman looks a little sour in this photo after hearing about a critical review of his lemonade-making skills.

Troop 44 members at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Saturday dinner in the Allen Memorial Dining Hall.

Sawyer J. pumps up the crowd at the closing show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The audience waits in anticipation of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Closing Show to start.

Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler at the closing show of the 2025 Section E11 conclave.

This staff member performs during the Closing Show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Mother Goose makes an appearance at the closing show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 won best overall lodge at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Sunday morning breakfast at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Peter Gorman addresses the audience about the Sunday morning program at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Matt Ostrowski at Sunday Breakfast during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Head table during the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Octoraro 22 members Mike Rohner and Sam Mangella are joined by Blue Heron #349 member Bill Stine (right).

Kittatinny V group photo at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave delegates amass on the parade field before heading to the Schlaanstine Chapel.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave staff lines the trail at the chapel service.

Scott Salvatore gives the Chapel Service sermon at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2024-2025 Section E11 Officers.

This certificate was presented in appreciation of the service provided by 2024-2025 Section E11 Chief Simon Bowen.

New Section E11 Conclave Chief Michael Corbo swears in the other two officers at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2025-2026 Section E11 Officers.

Members of Sasquesahanough Lodge 11 provide a promotion for the 2026 Section E11 Conclave with its patriotic theme to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Lodge Chief Collin Wheeler (left) thanks Conclave Chairman Peter Gorman and Conclave Adviser Doug McConnell (left) at a staff meeting for their leadership in the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Conclave Adviser Doug McConnell (left) and Conclave Chairman Peter Gorman are thanked with these patch sets at a staff meeting for their leadership in the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Videos

Scoutcraft Slideshow
This was the slideshow played at the end of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave held at Camp Horseshoe from June 6 – 8, 2025.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Scoutcraft Promo 1
This promotional video appeared early in 2025 to promote the 2025 Section E11 Conclave hosted by Octoraro 22 with the theme “Scoutcraft”.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Scoutcraft Promo 2
This promotional video appeared early in 2025 to promote the 2025 Section E11 Conclave hosted by Octoraro 22 with the theme “Scoutcraft”. The original source video was created by John and Liam McFadden who created a virtual “Minecraft” Camp Horseshoe.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Getting Pumped Up
Sawyer J. gets the crowd pump up at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

The Wave
At the opening show of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave, “the wave” kept going for awhile.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Opening Show Intro
Here is a short introduction to all of the Minecraft-themed fun happening at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Matt Stephens

Mummification
Lodges try to see who can mummify their volunteer the fastest at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Kerri Lea McFadden

Tissue Dispensers
Delegates from each lodge try to empty the tissue box faster than their peers in other lodges at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.
2025 – Contributed by Kerri Lea McFadden

Ball Bounce
Delegates from each lodge try to keep the ball in the air longer than the other lodges at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave Opening Show.
2025 – Contributed by Kerri Lea McFadden

Memorabilia

The Sasquesahanough 11 Centerpiece for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Kittatinny 5 Centerpiece for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Octoraro 22 Centerpiece for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The Wunita Gokhos 39 Centerpiece for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Bag entitled “Scoutcraft”, inspired by Minecraft

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Parking Pass – Purple!

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave T-Shirt sold in the trading post and through pre-orders.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Staff Shirt.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Hoodie.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Octoraro 22 Delegate T-Shirt.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Delegate Patch.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Trader Patch.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Staff Patch.

The 2025 Section E11 Conclave Rededication Patch.

One of the 2025 Host Lodge Flaps issued for the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Yes, there was even a complimentary mini toiletry bag given to participants of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.

Documents

Conclave Program Booklet

The Conclave Program booklet of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Chapel Service

The Conclave Chapel Service program of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Wanted Posters

These wanted posted were used by delegates of the 2025 Section E11 Conclave to search for the officers in order to get building materials for one of the “Scoutcraft” events.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Conclave Certificates

These conclave certificates (mostly blank) were awarded to youth, adults, and lodges at the 2025 Section E11 Conclave held at Camp Horseshoe from June 6 – 8, 2025.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

This is the special needs form from the 2025 Section E11 Conclave.
2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Staff Listing

2025 – Contributed by Andrew Coe

Management
Peter Gorman – Conclave Chairman
Doug McConnell – Conclave Adviser
Bob Wheeler – Conclave Adviser
Sherry Seace – Contingent Adviser
Dr. David Mellinger – Health Officer
Ryan Teat – Staff Adviser

Trading Post
Edward Dougherty – Adviser
Ethan England
Mary McFadden
Paul Munscher
Scott Salvatore
Bill Stine

Publications and Promotions
Austin Price – Chair
Andrew Coe – Adviser
Matt Stephens
George Stephens
Kerri Lea McFadden

Hospitality
Camille Bergmaier – Chair
Chris McConnell – Adviser
Samuel Bishop
Dominic Marino
John McCabe Jr.
Steve Miller
Mike Rohner

Culinary Specialists

Cooking Crew
Loren Griffith – Lead Kitchen
Jennifer Cole
Cosette Elliott
Bruce Goodman
Malia Gordon
Steven Gorman
Edgar Gottshall
Michael Grosick
Joel McNary
Thomas Savoy

Dining Hall Waiters
Declan McConnell – Chair
Joe Justice – Adviser
Andrew Granito
Jonathan Greway
Nathan Greway
Ethan Greway
Jackson Justice
James Perone
Kaylee Rodriguez
Fred Stoudt

Kitchen Help
Benjamin Cardwell
Alexander Cardwell
Leilani Gordon
Joseph Gorman
Patrick Griffith

Activities
Michael Corbo – Chair
William Grosick – Asst. Chair
Matt Ostrowski – Adviser
Garrick Bellew
TJ Belzer
Billy Blankmeyer
Brooke Bossert
Charles Broadbelt
Greg Comolli
Ryan Degler
Dennis Hagenbuch
Aiden Hagenbuch
Logan Handal
Justin Handler
Garrett Hoopes
Hannah Lamb
Parth Sharma
Lilah Williams

Ceremonies
Collin Wheeler – Chair
Judah Campbell
Sawyer Johnson
Samson Lambert
Sean Lentz
Lily Rohner

Fire Circle
Sammy Roworth – Chair
Martin Summers – Adviser
Max Weiser
Ralf Weiser
James Sweed
Scott Hoopes

Service Corps
Nick Martin – Chair
Gus Sauerzopf – Adviser
Samuel Mantegna
Frankie Martin
Thomas Murphy
David Ross
Steve Scheidt
Stuart Watson
Thomas Williams

Administration
Barb Myers – Adviser
Jennifer Eversmeyer
James Marino
Candy Roworth
Sherry Seace
Brian White

Other
Clifton Beam
Rachel Callahan
Jacob Donovan
Robert Locke
Gabe Martin
Elena McFadden
Vincent Miller
Kody Olsen
David Seace
Jared Seace
Gary Stolz
Cecelia Talento
David Young

Conclave Administration

Display Details

A list of all the known conclave or conference chairmen and their advisers.

Contributed by Andrew Coe

Year	Chairman	Adviser
1961	Brian DeHaven	James Gawthrop
1969	Eric Lorgus	Ernie Heegard
1974	Alan Fegley	Rob Hopkins
1983	Bob Matje Jr.	Ernie Heegard
1991	Mark Morris	Chris Morris
1997	A.J. DiAntonio	Bob Matje Jr.
2003	Brett D’Antonio	Bill Sedar
2009	Mike DiDomenico	Mark Morris
2014	Alex Hughes	Mike Steinberger
2019	Jake Zebley	Mike DiDomenico
2025	Peter Gorman	Doug McConnell Bob Wheeler

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