A Guide to Success for the Lodge Moose Legion Committee

OVERVIEWThe Ultimate GoalAs time has proven, the Moose Legion hasbecome of even greater importance to theoverall operation of the Loyal Order of Moose.We must therefore concentrate even moreeffort toward the wellness of a properfunctioning Moose Legion Committee in eachMoose Lodge of each Moose Legionjurisdiction throughout the Order.As a general rule, Moose Legion Celebrationsare held quarterly. Unless there is someprogram, activity, or social event scheduledspecifically for Moose Legionnaires within thelodge during the periods between MooseLegion Celebrations, the only contact thesemembers have with the structured MooseLegion program is some occasionalcommunications.Therefore, the purpose of the Moose LegionCommittee within the Moose Lodge is topromote and pursue a program of socialactivities and fellowship for MooseLegionnaires, their ladies, and their families.This shall be done within the Moose Lodgeduring that time between Moose LegionCelebrations stimulating membershipawareness and growth for both the MooseLodge and the Moose Legion.The target of the Moose Legion Committee isto strengthen the Moose Lodge and the entirefraternal program while the Moose LegionMission is to have fun while providing greaterservice to the Moose Fraternity.of this committee can only come from theMoose Lodge itself through new membersqualifying for advancement to the 2nd Degreeof our Order. Once the Moose Legion Degreehas been conferred at a Moose LegionCelebration, Moose Legion Committeemembership is automatic.A Moose Legionnaire now has opportunity toseek the fraternal advancements that layahead. By promoting the Moose fraternalprograms and support of the Moose Legion, aMoose Legionnaire will be striving to reach alevel of Moose service that meritsadvancement to the Fellowship Degree ofHonor and the Pilgrim Degree of Merit.An immediate goal is a 10% segment of theMoose Lodge having membership in theMoose Legion. From this achievement, thepercentage should be raised in readilyattainable increments remembering that ourultimate goal is the building of the Loyal Orderof Moose into the strongest Fraternal Order inthe world.We should have a Moose Legion ActivitiesCommittee in every Moose Lodge committedto serving our Fraternity while having fun. Thegreater the amount of enjoyment, the higherthe participation, the more fun the MooseLegionnaires will have. It’s a win-win foreverybody.The Vision of the Moose Legion is topersuade all qualified Moose Lodge membersto join the Moose Legion and do some goodthing for someone each day. The nourishmentPage 2 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011

The LodgeMoose Legion Committee’sGUIDE TO SUCCESSTABLE OF CONTENTSDESCRIPTIONPageIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1General Laws, Code of Rules References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Composition, Finances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Committee Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Committee Meeting Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Orientation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Planning Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Events & Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Bottom Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Addendum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Posters, Sample LettersPage 3 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011

acre retirement community campus in OrangePark, Florida. (A little known fact … for manyyears after the founding of Moosehaven,admission was open only to those holding theMoose Legion degree.)Traditional monetary support for Moosehavencontinued and took on an added dimension in1991, when Moose Legionnaires adopted the"Moosehaven Seniors Medical Fund", whereinanother major portion of annual dues isdiverted directly to the Moosehaven budget foroutside medical service of our seniors. Thispermanent project has provided for seniorhealth care at Moosehaven in excess of threemilliondollars.Lodges with active Moose Legion committeesoperate at a higher level in membershipbuilding and retention, profitability, andharmony among its membership. The Moosemember, once elevated to the Moose LegionDegree and with an active committee throughwhich to channel his fraternal desires, exhibitsa strong desire to give of time, talents andleadership ability, thus contributing to Lodgeprogress.Let's consider three known facts: first… ofthose Lodge members who are dropped fornon-payment of dues each year - 9 of every 10are not Moose Legionnaires. Second… ofthose Moose members who achieve Lodgenew members sponsor status each year - 8 ofevery 10 are Moose Legionnaires, and Third…ninety-eight cents of every dollar raised at theLodge level by Moose Legionnaires finds itway back into the Lodge, in the form of a newor remodeled buildings, purchase ofequipment, payment of insurance premiums orsome special project. When we have an activeMoose Legion Committee in our Lodges, wehave individuals who accept projects and getthings done in the Lodge.ranks, and then provide a schedule of activitiesand projects within the Lodge through anactive Moose Legion Committee.This will be accomplished by acquainting theMoose member with the Moose Legion, and byeducating him on the value of Moose Legionmembership, and elevating him to the Degreeof Service. At this point, we will have addedassets to our Lodge by including a memberwho will be more likely to remain a Moosemember … one who will sponsor his friends tomembership and one who will be willing todedicate his efforts through service to theLodge, community and fraternity.A Moose member who elevates hismembership to the Degree of Service does soout of love for and dedication to the fraternity.He places the needs of his Lodge, District,State or Province, and the Fraternity ahead ofhis personal desire for recognition oradvancement… he steps forward, pays his feeand dues, and then proudly announces…"I'mpart of the future, use me to advance the causeof children and seniors!"This "Guide to Success" is intended to providea marked pathway helping MooseLegionnaires follow the provisions of theInternational Moose Legion Code of Rules andthe policy and procedures for the Degree ofService of Moose International. At the sametime, this handbook is meant to offer acomprehensive guide for organizing andoperating a successful Lodge Moose LegionCommittee in each Moose Lodge of theFraternity.Considering the positive effect on our Lodgesby Moose Legionnaires, it is imperative weplace greater emphasis on Moose Legionmembership. We must bring those qualified formembership in the Moose Legion into ourPage 5 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 2

REFERENCES— General Laws of The Supreme Lodge— and The By-Laws of Moose International— Moose Legion Code of RulesARTICLE VI …. The higher degrees of theLoyal Order of Moose shall be the “MooseLegion Degree of Service”, "Fellowship Degreeof Honor” and "Pilgrim Degree of Merit”.Membership in a higher degree of the LoyalOrder of Moose is at all times conditioned uponthe degree holder being active in a lodge andall lesser degrees. The "Moose Legion" is thedegree of service. All legislative, executive andjudicial authority for the government of theMoose Legion is vested in the SupremeCouncil. The higher degrees of the Women ofthe Moose shall be "Academy of Friendship","Star Recorder" and "College of Regents".GENERAL LAWS SECTION 35.5 … AppointCommittees - … A standing committee of eachLodge shall be the Moose Legion Committee,whose chair shall be appointed by the LodgeGovernor. The Chairman and each member ofthe Moose Legion Committee must be activemembers of the Moose Legion.CODE OF RULESOF THEMOOSE LEGIONCHAPTER 25THE LODGE MOOSE LEGION COMMITTEEPURPOSE SECTION 25.2The purposes of this committee are:(1) Provide service and leadership for theLodge, its officers and members andpromote harmony therein.(2) Promote a program of wholesome socialactivities and fellowship for MooseLegionnaires and their families within theLodge between Moose Legion Celebrations.(3) Stimulate membership growth in both theLodge and Moose Legion.OPERATION 25.3One (1) official meeting per month is requiredwith a social activity scheduled in conjunctionwith this meeting. The officers are theChairperson, who is appointed by the LodgeGovernor, an Assistant Secretary, who isappointed by the Moose Legion Secretary toserve the committee as Secretary, and a Vice-Chair, who is elected annually in April by thecommittee members.FINANCIAL 25.4Committee Funds-Planned activities, fund raising and fund usageis subject to the approval of the Lodge Board ofOfficers and the Lodge membership. Activityfunds are deposited into the Lodge GeneralFund and credited to this committee.Committee funds, if authorized by the GeneralGovernor, may be deposited in a savingsaccount. (General Laws 43.3) Moose LegionCommittee Endowment Fund collections andMoose Legion membership fees and dues aredeposited with the Moose Legion Secretary.CONFERRAL OF MEMBERS 25.5Conferral of new Moose Legionnaires may bedone at quarterly Moose Legion celebrationsor at Mini-Celebrations within the Lodge incompliance with the Code of Rules. TheCommittee's goal is to have every qualifiedMoose Lodge member join the Degree ofService.Page 6 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 3 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

The Chairman of each Lodge Moose LegionCommittee is responsible to ensure anEndowment Fund collection is made at eachmeeting, function and/or activity. Fundscollected under the auspices of the LodgeMoose Legion Committee shall be turned overto the duly appointed Assistant Secretary, whoshall issue a written receipt, and shall submitthe funds to the lodge Administrator for depositto the general fund of the lodge, to have a lodgecheck drawn and issued to the Moose Legion inwhich that lodge is designated, for thejurisdiction to then send to Moose Charities.Each Moose Legion shall plan, coordinate,advertise and conduct a minimum of one (1)Legacy of the Moose or Golden Ball ceremonyeach year. The total net proceeds are classifiedas Endowment Fund and remitted in total toMoose Charities, designated as EndowmentFund - “Golden Ball” or "Legacy of the Moose"contributions. Each Moose Legion Board ofDirectors shall encourage the Lodge MooseLegion Committees to undertake, as a specialproject for their Lodge, the planning,advertisement and conducting of an annualLegacy of the Moose or Golden Ball ceremony,with the proceeds being received by theLodge, and remitted directly to MooseCharities as Endowment Fund, designated asLegacy of the Moose or Golden Ball.Annual Lodge recognition awards are currentlyoffered by Moose Charities, for EndowmentFund collections.Director responsible for membership retentionand the Secretary, or their designates,immediately prior to each conferral ceremony.ConferralsConferral of new Moose Legionnaires may beaccomplished at either a scheduledCelebration of the jurisdiction or at the Lodgelevel, with approval and in full compliance withChapter 6.5 and 25.5 of the Code of Rules.Conferral must be conducted by a qualifiedritual staff, as authorized and approved by theBoard of Directors and in the manner and formprescribed by the ritual of the InternationalMoose Legion.It is recommended that a candidate formembership in the Moose Legion shall attenda Moose Legion Orientation prior to attendinga class conferral to become a MooseLegionnaire.Applicants for elevation to the Degree ofService shall not be legally admitted tomembership, except after conferral.It shall be the responsibility of the Secretary tonotify all applicants who have submitted properapplication and have been approved by theBoard of Directors and accepted on LCL.net toappear for conferral. Notice shall include date,time, place and other pertinent information forthis scheduled conferral ceremony.An instruction book for both the Legacy andGolden Ball programs is available withoutcharge by downloading it off the MooseInternational website at www.mooseintl.org.ORIENTATION PROGRAMIt shall be the responsibility of the LodgeMoose Legion Committee officers to conduct aMoose Legion Orientation Program for Moosemembers in their Lodge at least quarterly. (Seeorientation on page 11)An orientation of all candidates for membershipin the Moose Legion shall be conducted by thePage 7 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 4

LODGE MOOSE LEGIONCOMMITTEE OFFICERSCode of Rules, Chapter 25.3The officers of the Lodge Moose LegionCommittee shall be: a Chairman, to beappointed by the Lodge Governor; ViceChairman, elected annually in April by theMoose Legionnaires making up the committee;and an Assistant Secretary, who is appointedby the Moose Legion Secretary to serve theLodge as Secretary of the Moose LegionCommittee, in compliance with Chapter 19.3.In addition, a Lodge Moose Legion Committeemay create and recognize additional officers toserve the committee, such as Junior PastChairman, Marshall, Guards, etc.NOTE: Elected officers of a Lodge shall beeligible to serve as Moose Legion Committeeofficers during the same term of office.CHAIRPERSONAs Chairperson of the Lodge Moose LegionCommittee, you preside over one of the mostimportant Lodge committees. You were appointedby the Lodge Governor, on recommendation ofthe Lodge Moose Legionnaires, and your termof office shall be May 1 to April 30. It is yourduty and responsibility to preside over allMoose Legion Committee meetings and toensure the coordination of an active committeecomprised of all Moose Legionnaires in activestatus in your Lodge. Other responsibilities are:[1] Appoint additional committee officers andsub-committee chairpersons as needed.[2] Schedule and preside over a minimum of 1monthly meeting of the Moose LegionCommittee with a planned activity.[3] Schedule and conduct, at least quarterly, aMoose Legion Orientation Program forqualified Moose members in your Lodge,preferably prior to each scheduledCelebration.[4] Initiate, organize, coordinate and superviseall Moose Legion activities at your Lodge;monitor ongoing activities through reportsprovided to you by the project, activity orsub-committee chairperson.[5] Submit regular reports of Moose Legionactivities to the Lodge Governor, and to theLodge at regular Lodge meetings, andpresent requests for approval of allactivities to the Lodge Board of Officers.[6] Attend all functions and Celebrations ofyour Moose Legion jurisdiction and proudlyrepresent your Lodge at such events, whileencouraging other Moose Legionnaires toattend.[7] Coordinate and work closely with the JuniorPast Chairman and Assistant Secretary tomaintain high motivation toward support ofthe Mooseheart/Moosehaven EndowmentFund [ensure an Endowment Fundcollection is made each time MooseLegionnaires are gathered] and the specialprojects and funds to which the MooseLegion has pledged support.[8] Ensure all Moose Legionnaires of yourLodge remain knowledgeable aboutpurpose, function and goals of the MooseLegion. Provide and pursue a program ofsocial activities and fellowship for the MooseLegionnaires and their entire family withinthe Lodge between Celebration dates. Makesure Lodge Moose Legion activities areadvertised in the Lodge bulletin, and in fact,you, as Chairman, should write an article foreach issue of the Lodge bulletin. In addition,similar information should be submitted tothe lodge webmaster for inclusion on thelodge website (if available).Page 8 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 5 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

[9] Delegate assignments and duties to MooseLegionnaires in the committee in order towiden the leadership base at your Lodge.[10] Promote and encourage others to becomeinvolved in new member production andmember retention in both the lodge and theMoose Legion committee of your lodge.[11] Organize Past Chairmen or three (3) otherMoose Legionnaires in active membershipstatus into a special committee to select anoutstanding Moose Legionnaire annually tobe nominated for the Moose Legionnaire ofthe Year award.VICE CHAIRMAN[1] Preside in the absence of the Chairman atregular committee meetings and carry outassignments given you by the Chairman.[2] You are the Membership Chairman for thecommittee and responsible for conductingapproved local membership campaigns,ensuring the local and nationalmembership campaigns are posted andpromoted to the fullest; notify candidatesand their sponsors of upcomingCelebrations and other special conferralswithin the Moose Legion jurisdiction, aswell as mini-conferral dates scheduled forthe local Lodge.[3] Attend all meetings and functions of thecommittee and the Moose Legionjurisdiction.[4] Assist the Chairman in conducting theMoose Legion Orientation Program at leastonce a quarter in the Lodge.[5] You shall have overall responsibility forfund raising for the committee. Coordinatethe projects and assist in their success sosufficient funds are raised to assist theLodge and Moose Legion when required.successfully dealt with administrative as wellas operational aspects of the committee as itsChairman in the preceding year. MooseLegionnaires will naturally turn to you foradvice, counsel and assistance.You will want to work closely with thecommittee and its Chairman in carrying on theplans you laid out in the year past and withadvice on future projects and plans. You willcontinue to assist the committee in functionsand activities.Your specific duties are:[1] To preside at the regular committeemeetings in the absence of the Chairmanand Vice Chairman.[2] You have overall responsibility for theMooseheart/Moosehaven EndowmentFund and see that a collection is made ateach regular meeting and specialfunction/activity of the committee.Remember that all Endowment Fundcollections are to be turned over to theAssistant Secretary / Lodge Administratorfor transmittal to the Moose LegionSecretary. You should work closely with theLodge Endowment Fund Chairman inpromoting Lodge functions for theEndowment Fund, and especially in holdingan annual Legacy of the Moose or GoldenBall program.[3] Attend all meetings and functions of thecommittee and Moose Legion jurisdiction.[4] Assist the Chairman in conducting theMoose Legion Orientation at least oncequarterlyAPPOINTED OFFICERSJUNIOR PAST CHAIRMANYou hold this title [not an office] by virtue ofservice to the Moose Legion Committee. Thishonor precedes your name because youAppointed officers of the Moose LegionCommittee may be as varied and widespreadas deemed necessary by the Chairman.These may include, but are not limited to,Marshal, Guard, etc.Page 9 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 6

LODGE MOOSE LEGION COMMITTEE MEETINGMoose Legion Committee meetings are held ata wide variety of schedules and times.However, they are to be held a minimum ofonce monthly. Some meetings may be heldprior to or after a dinner, snacks, breakfast orother social events. Whatever the case, whenheld in conjunction with another event,attendance is generally better than just holdinga meeting.Prior to the meeting hour, the Marshal andGuards should see to the proper setting of theroom for a meeting. The Chairman's positionshould be visible and well heard during themeeting. Tables may be arranged in a squareor horseshoe, with the Chairman, ViceChairman, Junior Past Chairman andSecretary seated at the head.“There is a destiny that makes us Brothers,none goes his way alone,that which we send into the lives of others,comes back into our own.”Page 11 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 8

GENERAL OUTLINE FORLODGE MOOSE LEGIONCOMMITTEE MEETINGThe following is a simple outline for the order ofbusiness during a scheduled meeting of theLodge Moose Legion Committee. Refer to theGeneral Laws of the Order and Moose LegionCode of Rules for specifics.[A] Roll call of committee officers.[B] Reading and approval of minutes ofprevious meeting.[C] Reading of communications and notices.[D] Report of Moose Legion Committeefinances.[E] Reading of Applications for Membershipand/or re-enrollments of former MooseLegionnaires.[F] Unfinished business.[G] New business.[H] Conferral of new Moose Legionnaires[See Code of Rules, Chapter 6.5 & 25.5][I] Good of the Moose Legion (EndowmentFund)[J] Special features, entertainment, etc.As the actions of a Lodge Moose LegionCommittee are subject to the approval of aLodge Board of Officers and Lodgemembership, votes which may be taken arenot binding; therefore, family members may beinvited to the committee meeting at thediscretion of the Lodge Moose LegionCommittee.EXAMPLEChairman: (gives one rap) This meeting of(name) Lodge Moose Legion Committee willcome to order. The Marshal will ascertain if allMoose Legionnaires present are in activestatus in their Lodge and Moose Legion.Marshal: (following verification of those inattendance) Chairman (first name only), I findall qualified to remain.Note: The Chairman may call for an openingprayer and pledge of allegiance if desired.Chairman: Moose Legionnaires, I welcomeyou. Secretary (first name only) will call the rollof officers and committee chairman.Secretary: (calls roll) Chairman (first nameonly), the roll has been called.Chairman: Marshal (first name only) are thereany visiting Moose Legionnaires present?[Marshal will rise. If visiting MooseLegionnaires are present, the Marshalintroduces them, giving name, Lodge andMoose Legion affiliation. If no visitors arepresent, Marshal will report none and beseated.]Chairman: Secretary (first name only) will readthe minutes of the previous meeting.[Secretary reads the minutes]Chairman: Are there any corrections oradditions? (Pause) If none, the minutes willstand approved as read. (Chairman andSecretary are to sign the minutes)Chairman: Secretary (first name only) will readany communications and notices.[Secretary reads communications and notices,including minutes of Moose Legion Board ofDirectors meetings and information oneligibility and arrearage lists]Chairman: Are there any questions ordiscussions on these communications andnotices? (Pause before proceeding)Page 12 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 9 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

Chairman: Secretary (first name only) will giveus a financial report.Note: Secretary reports on the followingfinancial information:1. Income from events since last meeting.2. Income to date for ongoing projects.3. Total income since last report4. Funds expended since last report.5. Total fund balance in Lodge General Fundand/or special saving account, per Lodge6. Any other financial informationChairman: Are there any questions on ourfinances? (Pause before proceeding)Chairman: Reading of Applications forMembership? (Secretary presents Applications)Chairman: Secretary (first name only), you willforward these Applications to our MooseLegion Secretary for processing and reportingto Moose International.Chairman: Is there any unfinished business?(Pause)Chairman: Is there any new business?(Pause)Chairman: Committee and Projects reports.Note: Chairman shall call on each appointedcommittee chairman, including the Vice-Chairman and Junior Past Chairman.those in attendance; and a question/answerperiod.Chairman: Our committee, in cooperation withall other units of the Degree of Service,supports the Endowment Fund. Each personin attendance is encouraged to contribute in anamount you feel proper, with the understandingthese collected funds will be deposited with ourMoose Legion Secretary and remitted toMoose Charities to the credit of our MooseLegion. Remember that contributedEndowment Funds support both Mooseheartand Moosehaven.Marshal: (Collects Endowment Fund and turnsover to the Secretary for receipt.)Chairman: Is there any additional business orannouncements? (Pause) If not, our nextmeeting is scheduled for (day, date, time). Ourbusiness being concluded, this meeting isadjourned.Special Note: We are not as concerned aboutthe "ritual" or "formality" of Lodge MooseLegion Committee meetings as we are thequality and content. Therefore, you areencouraged to formulate the type and contentof meeting which meets with the acceptance ofyour membership. Everything should be aimedat making those attending feel welcome and apart of the whole program. You want toencourage participation and this will beaccomplished when you introduce a program,which is interesting and above all else… fun!Chairman: Are there any candidates to beconferred into the Moose Legion?Note: If conferral is to be held, the Chairmanwill turn the meeting over to the Ritual staff forthe conferral ceremony.Chairman: Good of the Moose Legion.Note: At this time, visiting dignitaries should beintroduced to speak; announcements made;awards passed out; general discussion byPage 13 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 10

ORIENTATION PROGRAMFOR USE BY LODGE MOOSE LEGION COMMITTEEThis Orientation Program provides substanceand facts regarding the Degree of Service ofour Order and is to be conducted in your Lodgeby Moose Legionnaires. The program isdesigned to assist your Moose Legionnaires ininforming qualified Moose members of themerits and benefits of elevation to the "Degreeof Service" of our Order … the Moose Legion.It can, and should be, designed in a way thatwill be most effective for you and your Lodgemembership. The Moose LegionnaireOrientation Program will acquaint every Moosemember with the opportunities found in hisMoose Legion membership, and support everyeffort to elevate your Moose Brothers to the"Degree of Service".The primary thrust of this Orientation Programis to emphasize the "positive" aspects and thesense of pride a member may achieve in beingof greater service to the Order. It alsohighlights the personal satisfaction a memberrealizes from embarking upon a fraternal pathwhich will enable him to unleash his power todo good and, at the same time, have "fun"along the way.No … you don't have to be a public speaker tomake this Orientation Program effective. Youjust have to possess the "will to do it"! For thisreason, it might be a good idea to have severalinterested Moose Legionnaires take turns inpresenting the program on a regular basis, atleast once monthly. It might be a good idea toenlist Moose Legionnaires in your Lodge whohave held offices in the Moose Legion, eitherpresent or past, and of course, those of thePilgrim and Fellowship degrees.How does it work? First, duplicate and enlargethe posters in the addendum, and then placeon an easel for your presentation. A suggestedscript for each poster is also provided in theaddendum.As you will see, this is a very simple programwhen used on a regular basis by dedicatedMoose Legionnaires who have a strong desireto build our membership. Please understand,this is not an "iron clad", "cast-in-stone"program.Should you have a question, need assistanceto get started, or need help in conducting theMoose Legion Orientation Program in yourLodge, contact your Moose Legion Secretary,Ambassador, Area Manager, or theInternational Moose Legion Office.USEFUL NOTES FOR THE PREPARATIONOF A MOOSE LEGION ORIENTATIONPROGRAM[1] Obtain the eligibility list from the MooseLegion Secretary. This list is a ten-yearsnapshot only. It does not include everypossible candidate for all time. All Moosemembers eligible to advance to the MooseLegion should be contacted and invited tojoin.[2] Approach their original Lodge sponsor[providing he is a Moose Legionnaire inactive status], and if the original sponsorsare not interested, use your MembershipCommittee to begin contacting theseMoose members about 'elevation' to theMoose Legion.[3] Schedule a Moose Legion orientationprogram with your Lodge Governor'sapproval. It is vital we ensure those whoconduct the Orientation Program arecurrently knowledgeable in the MooseLegion.Page 14 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 11 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

[4] Ensure that advance publicity is given inyour Lodge bulletin, website and on theLodge and Moose Legion bulletin boardand during the Lodge Officer andMembership meetings."Preferred Members", officers and committeechairman may very well turn out to be the mostenthusiastic potential candidates for MooseLegion membership. We must not overlooktheir power to enlist the interest of otherpotential candidates for membership.You may wish to arrange snacks andbeverages, or provide a dinner or light buffet,either before or after the Orientation Program.You may wish to ask the potential candidatesfor help in setting up the Orientation room. Nomoving mountains, but something really simplelike setting out tables, chairs or snacks; pullingdrapes; making up name tags; arrangingliterature or greeting those attending. This isan ideal and painless way to develop a senseof involvement, along with a personal feelingof making a difference, for which the MooseLegion is famous.all the cooking. This would show that MooseLegionnaires are caring and create the sametype flavor we find within some of the otherunits of our Order. This can be developed intoa "fun" evening, and there is no reason whyladies should be excluded from the evening'sactivities, including the Orientation Program.Produce an activity or event very soon after theOrientation. Perhaps a dinner or sports event,or a picnic with all the candidates, theirsponsors and family members. This willmaintain a high level of interest prior toconferral. Candidates must attend a scheduledMoose Legion conferral before they cancomplete their Moose Legion membership.Sometimes the problem of waiting monthsbetween signing of the Application forMembership and conferral is alleviated whenthe Lodge Moose Legion Committee hosts amini-celebration to confer their own MooseLegionnaires. These mini-celebrations requireproper authorization from the Moose LegionPresident / Board of Directors. For furtherinformation on mini-celebrations, contact yourMoose Legion President or Secretary.We recommend the use of personal invitationletters in order to keep the interest among thesponsors and candidates alike. We haveincluded suggested text in the addendum. Ifyour Lodge has a computer, you can use themail merge capability to accomplish this task.At some point, you will want to "show off" thevarious Lodge projects made possible by theLodge Moose Legion Committees such as the"picnic pavilion", "bar-b-q pits", "children'splayground equipment", "kitchen equipment","smoke eaters", "tables and chairs", "bigscreen TV", "flagpole", etc. This allows thepotential Moose Legionnaire to actually seewhat can be accomplished when "dedicated"members work for a common cause.Finally, you may wish to transform the activityinto a potluck dinner, or something similar, towhich ladies may be included. It would be agood idea to have the Moose Legionnaires doWell-planned and organized meetings are aterrific tool to enable Moose Legionnaires tohave input into the functions of the committee.This is where we discuss problems andsolutions, examine and evaluate projects orprogram progress and consider new ideas andevents.The "FUNCTION" of the Lodge Moose LegionCommittee shall be to provide service andleadership to the Lodge, its officers andmembers. Plus it will encourage all MooseLegionnaires to become active in the affairs ofthe Lodge and provide a wholesome socialatmosphere for the Moose Legionnaire and hisfamily.The "GOALS" of the Lodge Moose LegionCommittee shall be the strengthening of ouroverall Moose fraternity and its programs—Torespond to any type of call from the LodgeBoard of Officers —To stimulate membershipPage 15 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 12

growth in both the Lodge and Moose Legion—To provide superior leadership at the Lodgelevel —and promote harmony within all units ofthe Order.Point to remember … as the Lodge "MooseLegion Orientation" meeting is the first "handson" experience a prospective MooseLegionnaire will encounter with the "Degree ofService" … keep it simple, informative, easy,and mostly … fun!REFERENCES, HANDOUTS ANDMATERIALS AVAILABLE(From Moose International)1. Moose Legion Application Brochure forMembership2. Camp Ross Publication3. Lodge Moose Legion Committee "Guide toSuccess"4. "Legacy of the Moose" instruction book andGolden Ball Ceremony items5. Copies of Newsletters6. Activities Booklet7. Moose International Website www.mooseintl.org (members only section)8. Moose Magazine / Leader9. Other pertinent itemsPage 16 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 13 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

PLANNING AN EVENTWHAT DO WE DO NEXT?It never fails. The moment your get a bunch ofMoose Legionnaires together and come upwith a workable idea for an activity, an event oran ongoing program, before you know it, it's inmotion and headed toward completion. Noticethat the key word is "workable". That's one ofthe most important functions of the LodgeMoose Legion Committee meeting; to come upwith workable ideas for Lodge level activitiesand to involve both the Moose Legionnaire andhis entire family.Moose Legionnaires everywhere have becomeexperts at generating an extensive array ofactivities, all designed to:[a] Bring Moose Legionnaires and theirfamilies together in activities catering to allage groups;[b] Attract the greatest number of people andthus create more publicity for the MooseLegion, all of which helps to swell theMoose Legion ranks;[c] Produce income for the host of causes towhich Moose Legionnaires have pledgedtheir support.The Moose Legion can use its talents toencourage and support the family concept thatwe see is working not only to expand ournumbers, but to deepen everyone in theappreciation of fraternal values. Have youever seen happier people than the crews ofMoose Legionnaires and their ladies engagedin making an event work?So, how do Moose Legionnaires and ladies ofthe Lodge Moose Legion Committee plan a"knock-down, drag-out' event that will cover theLodge quarterly taxes?A. Establish a stated goal, and let everyoneknow about it. "This event is going to raisea thousand dollars for our Lodge GeneralFund" or "This event is going to raise twohundred dollars to help pay for the new toolshed" or "This event is going to raise fivehundred dollars for Camp Ross, and beatout every other Lodge Moose LegionCommittee in the State/Province". See howthe fun starts?B. Determine exactly what the event shallbe, based upon such considerations as:How popular will the event be? An outdoorpicnic, for example, can be set up to appealto all age groups. Also, you want toconsider what else is scheduled to takeplace in your community on the same dayas your event. On the other hand, amotorcycle poker run will admittedly attracta group of people with a narrow band ofinterest, but bikers, as we all know, areintense, and you might end up with 10,000of 'em, even in a snowstorm.C. Determine the exact date so you canavoid conflict with major District, Stateor Regional Moose events andcommunity activities. Your localChambers of Commerce issue eventscalendars at the beginning of the year; getas many as you can from the surroundingcommunities as well; so do many of thecommunity service clubs, local colleges;and of course your local newspapers. TheMoose Association should have a scheduleof their planned events, which will includethe District meetings, Leadership sessions,Supreme Governor visitations, etc.This determination has another vital aspect.What will be happening before or after at yourPage 17 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 14

Lodge? At the District? At the Moose Legion orAssociation level? International Moose LegionConference? Moose International Convention,Association Mid-Year Conference or annualconvention? Will the Chapter members be offto a Women of the Moose function?What does the Family Activities Committeehave planned? This type of knowledge is worthits weight in gold, believe it!D. Obtain Approval because the LodgeMoose Legion Committee is a standingcommittee of the Lodge. You areresponsible to present the plan, clear thedate, and obtain approval in advance fromthe Lodge Board of Officers.E. Research and evaluation. Here's whereyour Lodge Moose Legion CommitteeSecretary's records, as well as the recordsof your Lodge and the memories ofexperienced Moose Legionnaires(especially those Past Chairman) will beinvaluable.reception honoring your Moose Legionjurisdiction President or Secretary or a fullscaleproduction of the 'Legacy of theMoose' , you will want to create a timeline.Very easy. Say, for example that your eventis 3-months away.Simply take 6-sheets of paper and title them'three months' - 'two months' - 'one month' -'one week' - 'event day' and 'the day after'. Atthe top of each sheet, print the name of theevent and the day, date and time on which itwill be taking place. Nice reminder.Then, working from the event day backward,list on each sheet the things that should beaccomplished, the order in which they shouldbe accomplished, and who should beaccomplishing them - plus the 'internaldeadline' for each item. Previousrecommendations in this section will provideyou with enough food for thought for the tasksand duties that it will take to bring off yoursuccessful event. This will help you to:While it's nice to know what worked and whatdidn't (or what made money and what didn't)you will also want to consider the times andthe timing in making an evaluation. Forexample, a giant raffle (where raffles are legal)with a big screen TV as the main prize mighthave generated a lot of interest last year, butthis year it might very well have to be a DVDplayer to get people's attention. At any rate,you can see that such research and evaluationin some form is essential to your activity'ssuccess.It is also wise to consider the periods whenpeople are disposed to spend time, effort, andmoney. This varies with the area, of course, butit's worth the effort to do some research.Incidentally, you can still apply these principlesand more to brand new, never thought ofbefore events (such as a NASCAR tirechanging speed competition), because thebasic message is to plan your event or activityas efficiently as possible.F. Timeline for your event. Whether it is a✔ Properly time Committee and LodgeOfficer's approval.✔ Set up your budget [include every item andservice].✔ Erase possible conflicts.✔ Price the event.✔ Price tickets.✔ Design, execute and distribute publicityand/or invitations.✔ Set limit on reservations and close list ontime.✔ Evaluate and pick your personnel, assignspecific tasks, make a final list ofsubstitutes and compose the 'thank you'notes.✔ Determine, select and set your musicand/or entertainment.✔ Determine and execute decorations.✔ Determine and select your menu, cooksand servers.✔ Schedule ordering perishables on day ofevent.Page 18 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 15 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

✔ Determine and assign cash managementstaff if necessary.✔ Determine side events like a cake lottery orraffle, and more than anything else, do yourtroubleshooting at a glance.✔ Schedule appreciation event for workers.✔ And, anything else not on this list.Document your plans and have them availablefor future reference. Don't forget to give copies[and updates] to your principle supervisors andcrew chiefs. Keep your timeline at hand so thatyou can share it with everyone else - the righthand knowing what the left hand is doing.Why not try this out on an event and see howit works? Your timelines will become moreelaborate with practice. And, think of the workyou'll save when you want to repeat this year'ssuccess next year. For bigger and betterevents and activities, don't leave any stoneunturned - success is promised, and best of all… it will be fun!G. Transportation plans if necessary. Who(and what) will need transportation? Will itbe donated? What about gas money? Carpooling?A bus? Liability and accidentinsurance coverage? Are the driversreliable? How much time will it take bothways? Will the distance affect turnout?Does the route to the event go through amajor highway beautification projectreplacing an abandoned mine field?H. Lining up your personnel. How manypeople will this activity require? Extra onesto "spell" those at work? Can they allperform satisfactorily? If you are appointinga cook is the cook familiar with the menu?What about servers? Who will they be? Arethey experienced? Who will tell everyoneexactly what is expected of them? Will it bein writing? Will there be time for a crewmeeting beforehand? What aboutdecorations? Who will make them? Willeveryone be protected from heavy lifting?Are all safety and sanitation rules clear toeveryone?Any possibility of being exposed tohazardous materials - think … because asimple thing like "white out" is a hazardousitem. Will everyone actually be available onthe date selected? This means no spur-ofthe-momentflying trips to Outer Mongolia,or suddenly remembering 4-month oceancruises. If not, who are the backuppersonnel?Do you have reliable people who will serveas crew chiefs or supervisors? Do you havea really competent person in charge in caseyou need someone to do cashmanagement? Incidentally, lining uppersonnel also means guest speaker orspecial entertainment. Are they availablefor the specific dates you desired? Will theyhave to travel; if so, who is paying theexpenses? Will they need reservations foraccommodations? Is all this in writing?I. Publicity. You can plan the very bestactivity in the world, have the greatest crewavailable, and the ideal day and weather …but it all goes to waste if you have failed toadvertise. A few common sense rules tofollow: Advertise the event and date as farin advance as possible (at least 3-months).This can be accomplished by placing aposter on the bulletin boards of your Lodge(have a Moose Legion only bulletin board -it works!), and including an article in theLodge monthly bulletin and on the web site.Make a direct mailing to the MooseLegionnaires of your Lodge (at least 60-days in advance) and be sure this noticeincludes all the details and times.Include information on your event duringyour report to the membership during eachLodge meeting. Don't just advertise onceand then forget it. Organize a telephoneteam and make personal calls to as manyMoose Legionnaires as can be reached.One last pointer … if guests are to beincluded, be sure you send them a copy ofthe program or agenda well in advance,including travel and lodging information.J. Budgeting because resource managementlies beneath almost every humanendeavor. You will want to assign a budgetPage 19 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 16

manager (often the committee secretary) tomonitor the existence of necessary funds;their allocations; and to account for everystep in their expenditure. This meansreceipt for money received and spent, andin most cases, approval before anexpenditure is made. Then a full accountingof all monies received and expended, andof course, all of this must be in writing withfull backup receipts.K. Thank you to everyone involved.Recognition is one of the characteristics ofall great leaders. Recognition is one of thepillars of fraternalism practiced throughoutthe Moose Legion. Certificates ofappreciation, handshakes, hugs, pats onthe back, gifts, whatever. This is the partthat most becomes all of us. Because inacknowledging others we acknowledgeourselves.Page 20 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 17 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

EVENTS OR ACTIVITIES[Many of these 'events' and 'activities' maybe held in conjunction with the Lodge FamilyActivities Committee, and involve all Lodgeand Chapter members with their families.]MOOSE LEGION COMMITTEESUGGESTED EVENTSThey say "there's nothing new under the sun".This may be true, but is there really anyonewho knows all about the past? Almost anythingis possible within budget; and can besuccessful financially, while attracting MooseLegionnaires and their families.In planning your event, program or activity, youwill want to consider some or all of the elementslisted previously. So, here are some activitiesthat might just be missing in your Lodge MooseLegion Committee … use your imagination!The most popular events are dinners,banquets, or dinner-dances, reflecting theimportance that mankind across the ages hasattached to the ritual of breaking breadtogether. We Moose Legionnaires are nodifferent, for activities involving meal functionsseem to outnumber all other events.Music helps to make these occasions morecostly to put on, but usually is a welcomedaddition. Music can come from a 'live' band[most expensive] or a disk jockey [almost asexpensive in some places]. Of course, volunteerbands and disk jockeys save lots of money, butyour committee will have to decide, based onthe quality of the music and the professionalism.Some Lodges have resident volunteerentertainers who, of course, are a plus.Dinner-dances seem to attract lots of peoplewhen they are theme events, such as acountry western night; Alice in Wonderland;Star Wars; MASH Party; or a Sock Hop night.Those attending are encouraged to wearcostumes [remember - people like to win prizesfor best costumes]. Dinner-dances held inconjunction with an important local event, suchas the country fair, rodeo, and even electionnight, all providing an opportunity for theMoose Legionnaire and his family to celebrateat the Lodge, away from the general public. Butcaution! How big a draw is that outside event -will it draw your members away from theLodge? This is another argument in favor ofpre-sold tickets.But, for what purpose would the Lodge MooseLegion Committee be giving a dinner-dance?We can celebrate:Election of Moose Legion Officers; election ofLodge Officers; acknowledgement of awards,such as Moose Legionnaire of the Year;awards conferred by the Moose Legionjurisdiction; elevation of a qualified MooseBrother into the Moose Legion degree.But, for what purpose would the Lodge MooseLegion Committee be giving a dinner-dance?We can celebrate the election of Moose LegionOfficers, the election of Lodge Officers,acknowledgement of awards such as MooseLegionnaire of the Year or other awardsconferred by the Moose Legion jurisdiction aswell as elevation of a qualified Moose Brotherinto the Moose Legion degree.There are many other reasons to celebratewith a special dinner followed by a night ofdancing. Some of these would include yourLodge hosting one of the quarterly MooseLegion Celebrations, to kick-off or conclude aMoose Legion membership program whereindividual sponsors can be acknowledged,Legacy of the Moose or Golden BallPage 21 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 18

Ceremony, elevation of a Fellow or Pilgrim,acknowledgement of the Lodge or Chaptercharter anniversary, or simply to celebrateMoose Legion Honor Month in January.Visitations by special dignitaries would alsowarrant a night of dining and dancing in theirhonor. These would include a guest speaker tothe Lodge Moose Legion Committee, avisitation by the International Moose LegionAmbassador or a visitation by your MooseLegion jurisdiction President.Special Fund-Raising activities would fall intothis category as well. They may include afundraiser for any and all of the activities towhich the Moose Legion is dedicated such asthe Mooseheart/Moosehaven EndowmentFund, the Moose Legion “Youth Awareness”Scholarship Fund, the Moose Legion CapitalProject for the year, or the International MooseLegion President’s Project. Other fundraisersmay include Camp Ross, Moosehaven SeniorMedical Fund, some special interest or need ofyour Lodge, a local community project, toassist a family in distress, or simply as a"“Thank You” to your membership for all of theirefforts on previous activities.All the previous reasons and more can beapplied to the following activities, which areperfect for family, as well as MooseLegionnaires. See which ones you can arrangeto top off with a dinner or dinner-dance at theend of the day.Picnics in nearby parks and wooded areas[potluck dinners work well here]: boat rides[with everyone bringing a box lunch]. Andfishing trips; hiking and overnight campingtrips; hay rides [in conjunction with yourcountry western weekend dinner-dance] poolparties with the most favored barbecue;cultural events, such as trips to museums;concerts; and historical sites.Children are of special concern to MooseLegionnaires. Here are some events that workvery well in every community. Entertainmentcan come from the ranks of the Lodge MooseLegion Committee and your always faithfulChapter members. Decorations can be clever,simple, and cost effective. If children come,can parents [and grandparents] be far behind?Be careful to select the age group you want toserve and the quality of the refreshments:Breakfast with Santa or the Easter Bunny;back to school [gifts and useful items likebooks, pen and pencil sets, dictionaries, etc.either as door prizes or favors]; Easter egghunt [with your chairman in full bunny rabbitregalia]; Halloween [with costume prizesand/or a corrugated cardboard hauntedhouse]; innumerable kinds and types of essayand poetry competitions on every subject; andsports events from hopscotch through archery,and team sports [perhaps father-son, motherdaughtercompetitions].There's a lot to be said for ongoing programssuch as potlucks or weekly family nightdinners, regularly scheduled sports such aspool, bowling, darts or horseshoe tournaments,or bridge or chess competition at your Lodge.Many members would enjoy major TV sportsWatching parties in the social quarters or havea room set aside for the Moose Legionnairesand their families. The creation of in-Lodgespecial activity groups can be welcome suchas singles dance group, RV Roadburners,bridge and poker groups, trivial pursuit andboard game activities, rod and gun clubs;motorcycle touring or observed trails groups,or bicycling groups all have the potential tocreate interest among members.All of these and more help your Lodge MooseLegion become the generator of ongoingfraternity and fun for all members. If possible,provide a dependable source of support for yourLodge; and, as such remain an active participantin the International and community service goalsfor which the 'Degree of Service' is noted.Incidentally, if your Lodge Moose LegionCommittee comes up with a smashing idea,why not write it down, and send it along to theInternational Moose Legion Department atMoose International - perhaps someone elsewould like to try your idea.Page 22 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 19 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

BOTTOM LINESince 1913, Moose Legionnaires have beenthe backbone of every successful Lodgeoperation, a tradition which is stronger todayand will be continually enhanced in the yearsahead. Our Lodges continue to need, perhapseven more today than yesterday, thededication and loyalty possessed by MooseLegionnaires.A proven fact ... no Lodge can remain strongand grow without Moose Legionnaires beingactive and involved in all phases of the Lodgeoperation. Behind every successful Mooselodge is a successful Moose LegionCommittee!Remember, in the United States and Canada,International Moose Legion Ambassadors,Area Managers and the entire staff at MooseInternational is always willing to be ofassistance. Moose Legionnaires in Lodges ofGreat Britain will want to contact the ChiefExecutive Officer of the Grand Lodge of GreatBritain at his headquarters in BritishMooseheart.ADDENDUMORIENTATION POSTERSSCRIPTSandSAMPLE LETTERSPage 23 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 20

SUGGESTED SCRIPT FOR POSTERSScripts can be modified to fit the presenter's style ofpresentation. This part of the orientation should take nolonger than one-half hour.Poster # 1 -- Who?Moose Legionnaires come from all walks of life andoccupations. They are leaders in their communities,provinces, states and our nations. Moose Legionnaires alsoprevail in all positions of responsibility within the Moosefraternity. They are all Moose members who believe in "doing some good thing for someone each day".Poster # 2 - What?The Moose Legion is known as the 'Degree of Service'.The purpose of the Moose Legion is to band together thoseloyal and devoted members of the Moose who desire tomake further contributions to the humanitarian objectivesof our Order. It is also affectionately known as the'Playground for the Doers of the fraternity". (explain the 'fun'things that happen within your Lodge Moose LegionCommittee and at the Celebrations)Poster # 3 -- HistoryGive a brief history as outlined on poster and frominformation provided at the front of this Guide To Success.Poster # 4 -- AccomplishmentsReview accomplishments. This is a list of major projects insupport of Mooseheart and Moosehaven that were totallyfinanced through the Moose Legions, except whereotherwise indicated. The projects are impressive and thetotal contributions are in the millions of dollars.Concentrate on what these projects mean to the childrenand to the aged, and how, through the Moose Legion, theindividual Lodge member can make a difference.Poster # 5 - Why?Membership in the Moose Legion will subject Lodgemembers to many new opportunities in their Lodge.Theme parties, sporting events, community serviceprojects, and other unique activities for them and theirfamily. In addition to these programs, a Moose Legionnairewill get better acquainted with fellow Lodge members andmake new friends throughout the fraternity. Special socialactivities called Moose Legion Celebrations are scheduledat various lodges within the jurisdiction of the MooseLegion. These Celebrations serve as a means to share ideasand good times with fellow Moose Legionnaires.Also, leadership skills may be developed through activeparticipation at the local Lodge Moose Legion ActivitiesCommittee, or, within the Moose Legion jurisdiction.In addition, your Moose membership card will have theMoose Legion logo in the lower right corner designatingyour membership in the Moose Legion.Plus, membership in the Moose Legion is a requirementfor becoming a member of the higher degrees of theOrder: the Fellowship Degree of Honor and the PilgrimDegree of Merit. These higher degrees are conferred uponthose Moose Legionnaires who go the 'extra mile' in theirLodge, Moose Legion and other units of the fraternity.Poster # 6 - Am I Eligible?Emphasize the requirements and the heartfelt feeling ofachievement in 'doing some good thing for someone eachday'.Poster # 7 - Where and When?Explain that they can start the process today and here atthis orientation – as long as you have met the eligibilityrequirements.. Complete the application, pay the fees anddues and then attend a Celebration conferral. Provide time,date and who is invited to Celebration and explain the funthey can look forward to on that day, AND, in the days tocome.IMPORTANT: After orientation follow-up with personalcontact, especially with all who completed an application.Keep the applicants posted on Lodge committee meetings,the enrollment and any other Moose Legion activities.NOTE: You will also want to stay in contact with those whodidn't join as they may change their mind. The activitiesthat the Lodge Moose Legion Committee plans andexecutes will make a difference in reversing these Lodgemember's decision.Page 24 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 21 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

WHO BELONGSTO THEMOOSE LEGION?MOOSE MEMBERS FROM . . .ALL WALKS OF LIFEVARIOUS OCCUPATIONSMOOSE MEMBERS WHO ARE . . .COMMUNITY LEADERSFRATERNAL LEADERSALL WITH ONE PLEDGE -TO DO SOME GOOD THINGFOR SOMEONE EACH DAYPage 25 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 22

WHAT IS THEMOOSE LEGION?DEGREE OF SERVICEYOUR NEXT STEPIN FRATERNALISMPage 26 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 23 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

ESTABLISHED IN 1913,THE MOOSE LEGIONIS RESPONSIBLE FOR...SOME OF THE MOSTSPECTACULAR ACCOMPLISHMENTSWITHIN OUR ORDER . . . . .MOOSEHEART — MOOSEHAVENPROGRESS IN OUR LODGESSERVICE TO THE ORDERLEADERSHIP IN THE FRATERNITYIT'S CALLED. . . 'PRIDE IN SERVICE'Page 27 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 24

JUST ONE PAGE FROM THEMOOSE LEGION RECORD1913 - MOOSEHEART DAIRY HERD1914 - LOYALTY HALL1917 - WEST LEGION HALL1922 - FEZ HALL1922 - MOOSEHAVEN HALL (with the WOTM)1949 - MOOSEHAVEN COMMUNITY BUILDING1950 - MOOSEHEART'S CAMP ROSS1950 - HOUSE OF GOD (with other units)1953 - MOOSEHEART FAITH HALL1954 - MOOSEHEART HIGH SCHOOL (with other units)1958 - MOOSEHAVEN LEGION HALL1967 - MOOSEHEART'S STUDENT BANK1971 - MOOSEHEART'S MUSEUM OF MOOSE HISTORY1980 - MOOSEHAVEN'S JUBILEE HALL1980 - MOOSEHEART'S LEGION HALL1982 - MOOSEHEART'S STADIUM METRIC TRACK1985 - MUSEUM OF MOOSE HISTORY ADDITION1991 - MOOSEHAVEN'S SENIOR MEDICAL PROGRAM1992 - CAMP ROSS RENOVATION AND WINTERIZATION1995 - METRIC TRACK RESTORATION1996 - LOYALTY HALL TO A LEARNING CENTER2001 - CAMP ROSS SWIMMING POOL RESTORATION2003 - HOUSE OF GOD RENOVATON2004 - REPLACE COMPUTERS IN LOYALTY TRAINING CENTER2005 – House of God Flat Roof Project2006 – Campanile Bell Tower Restoration and $93 for Flight 93 Memorial2007 & 2008 – Mooseheart Powerhouse Project2008 – Emergency Tornado Sirens on the Mooseheart campus and Air Conditionerfor the Moosehaven Chapel and Picnic Pavillion Area on the Moosehaven campusand the President’s “Little Willey” project raising Endowment Funds2009 – Mooseheart transportation Vans and the President’s Project for the RedRambler Blocking Sled and other sports equipment and funded Mooseheart J. J.Davis home student trip to Moosehaven and luggage trailer2010 – Mooseheart Light Poles and the President’s Project for Rediker software forthe Mooseheart Schools and funded Mooseheart J. J. Davis home student trip toMoosehaven.2011 and beyond – There is more to follow. We have only just begun to write thestory.IT'S CALLED . . . FUN IN SERVICE!Page 28 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 25 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

WHY BECOMEA MOOSELEGIONNAIRE?NEW OPPORTUNITIESMAKE NEW FRIENDSEXPAND FRATERNAL SERVICEDEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLSESTABLISH FOUNDATION FORADVANCEMENTSTRENGTHEN YOUR MOOSELODGEPage 29 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 26

AM I ELIGIBLETO JOIN?Yes!!!!!Members of the Loyal Order of Moose are qualified formembership in the Moose Legion if they meet thefollowing eligibility requirements:1) Must be an active Lodge member and2) Must have completed 1 year of Lodge membershipand3) Must have sponsored 1 Lodge application that hasbeen accepted through LCL.NetOR1) Must be an active Lodge member and2) Must have completed 6 months of Lodgemembership and3) Must have sponsored 3 Lodge applications that havebeen accepted through LCL.NetOR1) Must be an active Lodge member and2) Must be a former Moose LegionnaireThen yes, You are eligible to advanceto the Degree of ServicePage 30 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 27 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee

WHERE AND WHENDO I JOIN THEMOOSE LEGION?WHEN YOU MEET THEREQUIREMENTS OF ELIGIBILITY1) GET AN APPLICATION FROMANY MOOSE LEGIONNAIRE2) PAY REQUIRED FEES ANDDUES and ATTEND ACONFERRAL CEREMONYCELEBRATE!!Page 31 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Moose Legion Committee - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Page 28

SAMPLE LETTER TO SPONSOR:Dear ____________________________:I take this opportunity to say "Thank You" for sponsoring (name of candidate) for elevation to the MooseLegion, and I hope to see you both at our Moose Legion Orientation Program scheduled for (day anddate), starting at (time). We will have refreshments and snacks available.Most of all, I want to thank you for acting with determination to make our new member program work.Sharing your enthusiasm of the Moose Legion with (name of candidate), will extend the impact andservice of our Moose Legion and our Order so everyone, particularly those whom we serve at Mooseheartand Moosehaven, always have the best protection and security our fraternity can offer.Cordially and fraternally,(name)SAMPLE LETTER TO CANDIDATE OR PROSPECT:Dear ____________________________:Just a note to let you know we're looking forward to extending a personal welcome to you at our MooseLegion Orientation Program, scheduled for (day and date), at (time), in the Lodge ballroom. Refreshmentsand snacks will be served.During our brief program, you'll get a chance to learn the who, what and why of Moose Legionmembership. Plus, you will learn how Moose Legionnaires have made this pledge ... "to do some goodthing for someone each day" … a reality for those whom we have been serving since 1913. Youradvancement to the Degree of Service of our Order really does makes a difference in a lot of lives.See you there!Cordially and fraternally,(name)Page 32 of 32 Downloaded from www.MooseIntl.org Posted on site:10/13/2011Page 29 - GUIDE TO SUCCESS - Moose Legion Committee