Kecoughtan leather flap variety

Jason Spangler (aka Santeeswapper) is currently selling a leather Kecoughtan flap shaped item on eBay that is similar to but at the same time very unlike other varieties I've seen before. This example only has the center acorn, with no flags or smaller acorns, and has holes punched in the corners, presumably to enable attaching it to something since sewing leather is not an easy task.

When you compare the picture of the item on eBay with other Kecoughtan leather flap examples the center acorn design appears to be the same, indicating that the same stamp was used. Most Kecoughtan collectors I have spoken to about the leather flaps are of the opinion that it was never an official lodge issue, but probably the result of a crafts opportunity at lodge events. If you know more about the leather flap issues from this lodge, please share them in the comments.

SR-7A conclave emblem previews

Section SR-7A will hold their 2012 conclave April 27-29 at Camp Rock Enon in Gore, VA, hosted by Shenshawpotoo Lodge 276. Registration for the conclave is now open online, and a tour of the order form for Trading Post items reveals design artwork for several emblems, including the pocket and jacket patch (pictured above).

This will be the tenth regional gathering of Arrowmen to be held at Camp Rock Enon. Prior Pow Wows and Conclaves at this historic camp include:

• 1954 3-C Pow Wow
• 1962 3-C Pow Wow
• 1968 3-C Training Institute
• 1973 SE-1 Pow Wow
• 1981 SE-1 Conclave
• 1984 SE-8 Conclave
• 1991 SE-8 Conclave
• 2000 SR-7A Conclave
• 2006 SR-7A Conclave

Check out the new 2012 SR-7A Conclave page at va-oa.org for additional images, including pictures of the conclave hat, polo shirt, and more, including the special SR-7A 15th Anniversary patch that will be issued.

Wahunsenakah issues 15th anniversary chenille

In recognition of their 15th anniversary, Wahunsenakah Lodge has issued an oval chenille emblem. This is only the second chenille in the Lodge's history; the first was an arrowhead shaped emblem saluting America's military branches issued in January of 2005.

The oval chenille was sold as a Lodge fundraiser and sold by preorder. A limited number may be available at the Lodge's Christmas Banquet on December 10. Funds from the sale of the patch will go to helping the Lodge support Bayport Scout Reservation.

Thanks to George Homewood for the picture of the Lodge 333 chenille

Colonial Virginia Council issues Lodge 333 anniversary CSP

Colonial Virginia Council has issued a special CSP in recognition of Wahunsenakah Lodge's 15th anniversary. Pictured above, the patch was sold as a fundraiser by preorder and a limited number will also be on sale at the Lodge's Christmas Banquet on December 10.

Thanks to George Homewood for the picture of the CSP.

Wahunsenakah 15th Anniversary flap

On January 1, 1996 Wahunsenakah Lodge 333 was formed from the merger of Kecoughtan Lodge 463 and Chanco Lodge 483. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the formation of Wahunsenakah, the Lodge will issue a special commemorative flap patterned after its first flap that features a newly hatched baby duckling.

Orders for the patch were taken earlier this year and they will be available for pickup at the Lodge's Winter Banquet on December 10. A limited number may be for sale for those who did not preorder.

Thanks to George Homewood for the picture of the 15th Anniv. flap.