Tutelo Lodge #161 - Blue Ridge Mtns. Patch Site

In 1972 the executive boards of Blue Ridge Council #600, and Piedmont Area Council #594 voted to merge effective January 1, 1973. This merger created a new Boy Scout Council and also merged two Order of the Arrow lodges, Powhatan #456 and Koo Koo Ku Hoo #161.

A totem of three arrows was adopted, this totem according to historical accounts was the traditional totem of the Tutelo tribe. The three arrows remained as the totem until the early 1990's when it was changed to a shield with three arrows. This totem according to historical accounts was the traditional totem of the Tutelo tribe, the last known tribe to inhabit the area around the Blue Ridge Scout Reservation. The older charter number of 161 was retained.

Since its formation Tutelo Lodge has served the Council well and has been a leader in scout camping promotion. The Lodge has also been a very active member of sections SE1, SE8, SR-6B, and SR-7A. Several Conclaves and other section events have been hosted at Camp Powhatan. The Lodge has also brought home several Golden Arrow awards from these Conclaves along with members placing high in ceremonial and dance competitions.

Tutelo Lodge also has a strong NOAC history. Members of the Lodge have placed high in dance competitions and the Lodge is a past national champion in volleyball competition with three consecutive national championships.

Tutelo Lodge #161 Flaps	Tutelo Lodge #161 Function Patches	Tutelo Lodge #161 Neckerchiefs


Tutelo Lodge #161 Jacket Patches	Tutelo Lodge #161 Chenilles	Tutelo Lodge #161 Chapter Issues


Tutelo Lodge #161 Miscellaneous Emblems

Lodge Map
Map of the Lodge
Tutelo Lodge is divided geographically into 8 Chapters.

On many of the Tutelo emblems and descriptions you'll see or a reference is made to the "Iron Furnace". The furnace is located on the Blue Ridge Scout Reservation at the entrance to Camp Powhatan. It was in use during the late 1800's and early 1900's. The area around the Reservation was rich in iron pigment and this was one of the furnaces used by the mining company.

References Used
I referenced the Blue Book fourth edition for identification & description purposes
as well as my own research and information from various sources

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