Chief's Introduction:

Welcome to the home of Yustaga Lodge! I’m truly glad you’re here. It’s an honor to serve as your 2026 Lodge Chief and to walk alongside our Arrowmen as we continue the tradition of cheerful service through fellowship, leadership, and meaningful experiences. This website is here to help members, parents, and candidates alike better understand the Order of the Arrow and the role Yustaga plays within the Gulf Coast Council across the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama.

From chapter-level service and community events to national OA opportunities and high-adventure experiences, there are countless ways to get involved and make Yustaga your own. Our lodge works hard to create a welcoming, fun, and engaging environment at each of our six annual events, and we’re always striving to make every Arrowman feel like they belong. This site is your hub for the most up-to-date event information, chapter meeting times and locations, and registration resources—past, present, and future.

Take your time exploring, and never hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need help. Yustaga is more than a lodge—it’s a home—and we’re grateful you’re part of it. Have a blessed day, and I look forward to seeing you around this year.

Yours in service,

Levi Smelser

2026 Lodge Chief, Yustaga Lodge