Chief’s Welcome
Hello Wiatava!
My name is Rykyn, and I am honored to serve as your 2026 Lodge Chief! 
Our Lodge is built on the commitment, service, and brotherhood of its members, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead such a dedicated group of Arrowmen. This year, I am looking forward to strengthening our brotherhood, expanding opportunities, and creating Lodge events that are engaging, welcoming,and purposeful for members at every level of involvement. I know that 2026 will be full of fun, fellowship, leadership, and cheerful service!
I am excited to work alongside our officers, advisers, and most importantly, you, as we continue building a Lodge we are extremely proud of.
If you have any ideas, goals, or hopes for the year ahead, I encourage you to share them. Wiatava Lodge belongs to all of us, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and serving alongside you in the months to come.
Thank you for your commitment to the Order of the Arrow. I cannot wait for what we will accomplish together this year!
Welcome to Wia-java: Brew Brotherhood. Blend Fellowship. Pour Cheerfulness. 
WWW
Rykyn F.
2026 Wiatava Lodge Chief
2027 NOAC
Join over 8,000 arrowmen from all 50 states for a week-long national program that you won’t forget. The conference will be held at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from July 26-31.
Our current cost estimate for participants is $1800 (subject to final pricing of travel arrangements). More details regarding pricing, payment schedule, cancellations, and more can be found on the BlackPug registration site.
We know that attending NOAC can be expensive. Here are 3 easy ways to help pay for NOAC!
1) Sign up early!!
The first 21 youth who: register with the contingent, make the down payment and complete the first $550 payment will receive the early-bird $75 deduction from their registration cost. All steps must be completed before January 29 to be eligible.
2) Wiatava’s Refer-a-Friend Program
Know you want to attend NOAC? Want to bring a friend with you?
We are excited to announce a new referral program for the upcoming NOAC. Each youth is eligible to receive a one time $100 deduction to their registration cost by referring another youth to attend with our contingent. Both the recruiter and the recruit must complete this form: https://forms.gle/
3) National Trailblazer Scholarship
The Trailblazer scholarship is open to all youth (under 21) who will be attending the conference. You must be signed up and complete the application before January 29. More details (including the application) can be found here: https://www.noac27.org/post/
The national leadership team expects the conference to sell out by the spring. Those interested in attending with the contingent should register as early as possible.
ADULTS: There will be very limited adult contingent spots available. All adult registrations are conditional until further approval, as the lodge needs to meet certain requirements including a youth to adult ratio and adequate male & female leaders. Adults interested in attending should also consider staffing the conference as help is needed in a variety of roles: https://registration.oa-
Visit noac27.org for more information. Contact us at noac@wiatava.org with questions about attending.
Let’s make this the best conference yet!
Yours in Brotherhood,
Gavin Cevallos | Lodge Chief