The Lodge 188 shoulder bead system is a fun way to track your journey in the Order and show your involvement in the lodge. Beads aren’t tradeable, they represent the experiences you’ve earned along the way. You can earn beads by coming to events, serving as a committee chair, or being a member of the Lodge Executive Committee.

Your cord shows your level in the Order: white for Ordeal members, red for Brotherhood members, and a twisted cord for Vigil Honor members. Each cord includes “188” at the bottom so you can proudly represent our lodge at events like Cornerstone Conclave and lodge activities.

The bead system also helps start conversations and build friendships, especially for new Ordeal members meeting up with their Buddy after the Ordeal Ceremony. It’s all about getting involved, making connections, and having fun along the way.

As this is a new program, we will ONLY back track for those that are 21 and below as of 2026.

We created this fundraiser patch to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) North Carolina Chapter and its mission to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Mental health challenges affect many individuals and families, and it is important that those who are struggling feel supported and understood. Proceeds from this patch directly benefit AFSP North Carolina and help fund education, advocacy, and community programs that provide hope and save lives.

By supporting this fundraiser, Arrowmen help raise awareness, encourage meaningful conversations, and reflect the values of the Scout Oath and Law through service, compassion, and care for others.

The special Itibap Eagle Flap recognizes Eagle Scouts who invite the lodge to their Eagle Court of Honor and have that invitation accepted. To be eligible, the Scout must be an active lodge member at the time the invitation is submitted.

Even if the lodge is unable to attend the Court of Honor, Scouts will still receive the flap as long as their invitation was accepted. This flap celebrates the achievement of earning the rank of Eagle Scout and honors their connection to the Lodge.

Scouts who have already earned Eagle may purchase one Eagle flap through the lodge, provided they are active members at the time of purchase. Proceeds from these purchased flaps help fund Eagle flaps for future Eagle Scouts in Itibap.

Each Scout may only receive OR purchase one Eagle flap.