Friday evening marked the beginning of Winter Fellowship, a night filled with laughter, bonding, and cheerful reunions. After checking in, attendees enjoyed a chance to mingle and grab a bite to eat before the karaoke kicked off. The fellowship continued over crackerbarrel as everyone fueled up before heading to bed to rest for the busy day ahead.
Saturday started bright and early with morning flags and a delicious breakfast. Soon after, members chose from a wide variety of informal training sessions, including leadership and Elangomat training. Once those concluded, Brotherhood candidates gathered, ready to continue their journey. By the time the morning wrap-up was over, everyone headed to the dining hall for a filling lunch, which featured an oral auction for the eager bidders in the crowd. For those looking ahead to NOAC 2027, an info meeting provided a deep dive into the national conference with insights from past attendees.
The afternoon was dedicated to valuable service projects; the group came together to clear brush for the burn pile and disassemble metal bedframes in the cabins. Following the hard work, camp transitioned into an afternoon of activities and games with various prizes up for grabs. As the program drew to a close, everyone gathered at the parade grounds for evening flags, followed by a warm, nutritious dinner. Throughout the day, mealtime announcements kept everyone informed about the latest happenings around camp.
The evening was capped off by an impressive show and the Brotherhood Ceremony, where many members took their next step in their membership journey. To celebrate, everyone headed back to the dining hall for a dance party complete with snacks, drinks, and music. After a long night of singing and dancing, it was finally time to rest before departure.
On Sunday morning, the group rose early once again for flags and breakfast. Everyone pitched in for a final camp cleanup, ensuring the grounds were left in great shape. Once the work was done, everyone joined hands for a closing circle, sharing one last moment of fellowship before heading home.
