Manitous Legends

Manitous Legends
Manitous Lodge History Archive

 
 
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Legend Of The Name
"Manitous"

Manitous means the "Mystic Lodge." It is Ojibway in origin. The Manitous are mysteries and spirits - the essence that infuses and safeguards plants and animals, including humans, in all aspects of life. Spiritual tales, tribal teachings, and native legends are interwoven through the time-honored oral tradition of the Ojibway. The following are a few Ojibway Legends that were researched to share with you the meaning of the name behind Manitous Lodge #88.

 

"From the beginning it has been our hope that the Order would serve a useful
purpose in causing the Scout Promise and Law to spring into action, especially in the Scout camps in all parts of our nation.  We are still dedicated to this high purpose."

E. Urner Goodman, Founder of the Order of the Arrow

 

Serving The Great Sauk Trail Council of Michigan
A National Quality Lodge Connectivity Since 1997
Home of the 1995 National Chief
1999 National Lodge Service Award Central Region
2005 National Lodge Service Award Central Region

Section C-2A DeCourcey Award Recipient
1998, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Section C-2A Coup Stick 1998, 2005
Section C-2A Wishixin Award 2004