Order of the Arrow Eligibility Requirements

  • Hold at least the rank of First Class.
  • In the past 2 years, have completed fifteen (15) days and nights of camping under the auspice of the Boy Scouts of America. The fifteen days and nights of camping must include one long-term camp of 6 days and 5 nights and the balance of the camping must be short-term (1,2 or 3 nights) camping.
  • Be under the age of 21.
  • Scoutmaster recommendation.

Election Requirements

  • At least 50% of the scouts in the troop must be present to conduct an election.
  • A candidate must receive at least 50% of the ballots collected.
  • Voting is done by secret ballot and scouts can vote for more than one candidate.