This is the final item currently in my collection from Area 2-H. Thia conclave was held at Beech Mountain Scout Camp and hosted by Skanondo Lodge #64.
First up is the conclave neckerchief.
More after the jump.
In addition to the neckerchief, there was an arc-shaped patch. It looks like it was made to fit under a six inch Jacket patch.
Thanks to George Jennings for the scan. I’m still looking for this one for my collection.
There were also 2 Service Troop Neckerchief used by Skanondo #64, the host Lodge. These are listed in the Blue Book as the N1.5 and N1.7.
N1.5 BLK RED SSC PIE; “Service Troop” 1971 2H Conclave
N1.7 RED BLK BLK Area II-H Conclave Service Troop (still a need of mine).
Images used by permission OA Images.
Anyone know the significance of the two different colored neckerchiefs?
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Hi Bill -Thanks for the info on the 1971 Area 2H conference. You may wish to change your headline to read 1971 conference.(
) As the lay advisor to Skanondo at the time of this conference, we decided to have the arc shaped patch designed to fit under the large 6 inch Beech Mountain Scout Camp patch. The 2 different service troop neckerchiefs were designed for members of the lodge who attended the conference.those who served as delegation members and attended all classes wore the black NC.The red n/c was designed for the members who were in class c unifrom (old clothes) and perfomed in the “dirty” jobs department and also those in Class A unifrom working the check in and general camp operations. We also had a special first day cover made for the conference. We utilized the local post office and used two 4 cent BSA stamps which were made in 1960. This was done under the direction of Bernie Chonin, a wonderful scouter who has since gone home to the Lord.As you can see by the cover, the conference was held September 10 to 12, 1971. I am forwarding a photo for your file.Hope this info will help others understand this conference and what a wonderful experience was for so many scouts and scouters.