2012 National Officer Election Results
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National Chief John Rehm
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| Lodge: |
Woapeu Sisilija |
| Council: |
Susquehanna #533 |
| Section: |
NE-4A |
| Hometown: |
Turbotville, PA |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Susquehanna University |
| Scouting Background: |
John is an Eagle Scout from Troop 623 and has served
3 years as a member of Summer Camp staff. |
| OA Background: |
John has served as a lodge chief and most recently
as a two term section chief. He attended NOAC in 2009 as a participant
and has served on the staff of Indian Summer, I-Corps for Summit
Corps, and on the OA Service Corps at the 2010 National Jamboree.
John is a Vigil Honor member and Founder's Award recipient. |
| Hobbies: |
John's hobbies include kayaking and meeting new
people. |
| Thoughts: |
"Wow! I am truly honored to serve a truly great
group of chiefs. Let's plan a NOAC!" |
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National Vice Chief Preston Marquis
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| Lodge: |
Blue Heron |
| Council: |
Tidewater #596 |
| Section: |
SR-7A |
| Hometown: |
Houston, TX |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Granby High School/Georgetown University |
| Scouting Background: |
Preston is an Eagle Scout from Troop 1. |
| OA Background: |
Preston recently served as a section chief, previously
serving two terms as a lodge chief. He has attended NOAC, NLS, and
SOS as a participant. He served on Chiefs Corps staff at NOAC and
at the 2010 National Jamboree he served on Service Corps. During
the 2011 SummitCorps he served as the Youth Incident Commander for
week two. Preston is a Vigil Honor member and Founder's Award recipient. |
| Hobbies: |
Preston's hobbies include cross country, tennis,
and trumpet. |
| Thoughts: |
"I'm excited to serve the Order as we commence planning
for the 2012 NOAC." |
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Central Region Chief Marty Opthoff
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| Lodge: |
Noquet |
| Council: |
Great Lakes Council #272 |
| Section: |
C-2A |
| Hometown: |
Waterford, MI |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Michigan State University |
| Scouting Background: |
Marty is an Eagle Scout from Troop 51. |
| OA Background: |
Marty has served as a chapter chief and a section
chief. He has attended NOAC 2009, ArrowCorps5, SOS, and NLS as a
participant. He has served on the staff of Indian Summer 2011, NLS,
2010 National Jamboree, and as a member of the I-Corps at Summit
Corps. |
| Hobbies: |
His hobbies include skiing and rock climbing. |
| Thoughts: |
"I have big shoes to fill. I only have 365 days
to leave my legacy in this office and I don't want to waste a second
of it." |
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Northeast Region Chief Eric Bush
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| Lodge: |
Wagion |
| Council: |
Westmoreland - Fayette #512 |
| Section: |
NE-4B |
| Hometown: |
West Newton, PA |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Penn State University |
| Scouting Background: |
Eric is an Eagle Scout from Troop 259. |
| OA Background: |
Eric has served as a lodge chief and most recently
as a section chief. He has attended NLS, SOS, SummitCorps, and the
2010 National Scout Jamboree as a participant. He has served on
staff for NLS and Indian Summer 2011. |
| Hobbies: |
His hobbies include canoeing, music, running, and
wrestling. |
| Thoughts: |
"I couldn't believe it actually happened and it's
still surreal to me. I just want to graciously thank everyone who
supported me and I ask for your continued support through the next
year." |
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Southern Region Chief David Joyner
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| Lodge: |
Nayawin Rar |
| Council: |
Tuscarora #424 |
| Section: |
SR-7B |
| Hometown: |
Mount Olive, NC |
| Age: |
18 |
| School: |
Southern Wayne High School |
| Scouting Background: |
He is an Eagle Scout from Troop 10. He has staffed
his council's summer camp program for three summers. |
| OA Background: |
David has held multiple lodge offices and recently
served as section chief. He has attended Summit Corps, Indian Summer,
NLS, and SOS. He served on the staff of Summit Corps and Indian
Summer. |
| Hobbies: |
David's hobbies include running cross country, swimming,
and tennis. |
| Thoughts: |
"I am both honored and excited to be elected as
the 2012 Southern Region Chief. This year will be filled with opportunities
for our Arrowmen such as OAHA and NLS. Most importantly, we will
come together at Michigan State for NOAC and see brotherhood at
its best as we realize that "United, We Leave A Legacy." I look
forward to the coming year and am ready to get started on the work
ahead!" |
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Western Region Chief Joe Barton
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| Lodge: |
Talako |
| Council: |
Marin #35 |
| Section: |
W-3N |
| Hometown: |
Larkspur, CA |
| Age: |
17 |
| School: |
Marin Catholic High School |
| Scouting Background: |
Joe is an Eagle Scout from Troop 59. He has served
on the staff of his council's Cub Scout day camp. |
| OA Background: |
Joe has attended NLS and SOS. |
| Hobbies: |
His hobbies include shooting sports, SCUBA diving,
Boy Scouting, and hanging out with friends. |
| Thoughts: |
"On my election, I was overwhelmed with emotions.
I was very humbled, excited, and honored. It was a feeling that
will most likely be unrivaled for the rest of my life." |
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