History of the Order of the Arrow

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Don Lindsey of Alameda, California, is the former owner of Gallagher and Lindsey Realtors, and has contributed to Alameda’s historic building preservation throughout the years. During his career, Don Lindsey has overseen the preservation, restoration, and reconstruction of various buildings, including the restoration of a period soda sign that now hangs in Webster street in Alameda, California. He is also an Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow through the Boy Scouts of America.

The Order of the Arrow is a program offered through Boy Scouts of America (BSA) as a way to recognize and cultivate youth leaders within the organization. It was founded in 1915 by E. Urner Goodman and Carroll A. Edson, and has been an honor society for over 100 years. It became part of the national BSA in 1934, and focuses on leadership, environmental preservation, and camping.

The requirements for joining include 2 weeks of camping experience from at least five separate camping trips, and honorees are elected from their various troupes. Currently, the organization boasts over 160,000 active members across the United States.