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May Message from R. Helton Shaw

May 1st., 2026 is the beginning of the 2026-2027 Moose Legion membership year. Thanks to every Jurisdiction for your efforts to give me a Plus1 in our 2025-2026 membership campaign. If we did not meet or goal, please begin today with your retention efforts and membership building.

Jurisdictional Secretaries please make a special effort to clear “all” accepted membership applications at your next Jurisdictional celebration. Please don’t forget to use a “mini celebration” if necessary to clear accepted applications.

Jackie and I have enjoyed every visitation we have made this year. Fun and fellowship was expressed at every visit. To every member we had the pleasure to meet during our visits “thank you.”

What a honor it was to be your International Moose Legion President and to be able to share this experience with my wife Jackie.

I’ll see you soon at Mooseheart and then at our International Convention in Oklahoma City, OK.

God bless Mooseheart and Moosehaven.

Fraternity Celebrates 5th Straight Year of Membership Growth!

The Moose Fraternity ended the recent fiscal year (May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026) with 959,055 lodge members, marking the fifth consecutive year of membership growth. Membership improved by an astounding 46,654 members from the end of last year (912,401 members) and the momentum keeps building.

“For a fifth year in a row, we are thrilled to share that the Moose Fraternity has reached another incredible milestone in our continued growth and strength. During this past campaign year, ending April 30th, we achieved an outstanding gain of 46,654 active members! This remarkable surge brings our total active membership to an impressive 959,055 strong. Such growth is a testament to the dedication, passion, and community spirit shared by our members across the Fraternity. Together, we are building an even brighter future and truly growing to serve,” shared Moose International CEO Scott Hart.

He encourages everyone not to rest on their laurels and to keep working hard to move the Fraternity even closer to the 1M member mark in the coming year.

Chastain to “Go Bowling” This Weekend

Moose Fraternity NASCAR driver Ross Chastain will “Go Bowling at The Glen” this Sunday, May 10th when he races in the Cup Series event at Watkins Glen International. Last year, Chastain posted a top-10 finish at the track and is hoping to improve on that position this year. The race is scheduled for 3:00pm on Fox Sports 1.

This past weekend, Ross struggled with a tight car and a speeding infraction on pit road to finish 26th at the Texas Motor Speedway.

“We had a good starting spot today at Texas and Brandon and the guys made some adjustments the car responded to and we really started to gain track position. Unfortunately, I didn’t do my job as the driver there in the final stage and sped on pit road under green which was a big setback. Overall, it was shaping up to be a good day in the No. 1 Chevrolet, but I just can’t make a mistake like that.” – Ross Chastain

Members looking to cheer Ross on at Watkins Glen can watch the race on Sunday, May 10th starting at 3:00pm ET on Fox Sports One.

Wellcare Medicare Advantage Webinars

Moose Fraternity is teaming up with Wellcare to share simple, helpful information about Medicare Advantage plans so Moose members can feel more confident in their coverage choices.

Since Medicare can feel a bit overwhelming, we’ll be sending out details on upcoming educational webinars hosted by Wellcare. These sessions cover the basics—how Medicare Advantage plans work, what the different parts mean, and general qualification information. Wellcare will include the presentation with a Q&A portion to help answer your questions.

Please see the upcoming date and registration link below. As new sessions are added, we’ll continue sharing them so you can pick the time that works best for you.

If you have Medicare and Medicaid, limited income, recently lost employer coverage, are turning 65, or you just moved, you may be eligible for one of many qualifying events that allows you to enroll now.

moose.wellcare.com

866-227-0180 (TTY: 711) 8 a.m.-8 p.m., 7 days a week

Benefits and allowance amounts vary by plan. Please call for more details.

Washington residents: “Wellcare” is issued by Coordinated Care of Washington, Inc. Washington residents: Health Net Life Insurance Company is contracted with Medicare for PPO plans. “Wellcare” is issued by Health Net Life Insurance Company. Washington residents: “Wellcare” is issued by WellCare Health Insurance Company of Washington, Inc. For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 1-877-699-3552 (TTY: 711). There is no obligation to enroll. Louisiana D-SNP prospective enrollees: For detailed information about Louisiana Medicaid benefits, please visit the Medicaid website at https://ldh.la.gov/medicaid or https://www.louisianahealthconnect.com. To request a written copy of our Medicaid Provider Directory, please contact us. Notice: TennCare is not responsible for payment for these benefits, except for appropriate cost sharing amounts. TennCare is not responsible for guaranteeing the availability or quality of these benefits. Any benefits above and beyond traditional Medicare benefits are applicable to Wellcare Medicare Advantage only and do not indicate increased Medicaid benefits.

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No Application Fee for Online Applications with Two Year’s Dues

Beginning today, the $20 application fee will be waived for new and re-enrolled members who sign up to join a lodge through the online application for two years. This promotion is scheduled to run through December 31, 2026. Only individuals who are signed through the ONLINE application and commit to TWO years will have the application fee waived. All other applications will still incur the $20 fee. The online application is available on www.beamoose.org or can be accessed through the Moose Membership Mobile App (see attached instructions). The promotional flyer may be used in newsletters, on websites and online promotions, or can be printed and placed in the lodge.

Annual Membership Campaign

Membership campaigns are created and implemented by the Membership Department at Moose International. Annual Membership Campaigns typically run from May 1 to April 30 and have a unique theme each year.

This year’s Annual Membership Campaign is “Growing To Serve” which runs from May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026. The Moose Fraternity is known for its far-reaching impact on our society. Together, with our acts of volunteering, we have shown our commitment, dedication, and compassion for our neighbors. In making our mission visibly known, we have grown into a deeply involved inclusive group of members. We value our core beliefs of serving our local communities and supporting our children at Mooseheart and seniors at Moosehaven. The Moose Fraternity has always stepped up to a challenge. And we challenge everyone to continue to be steadfast in our purpose while Growing to Serve.

More information and campaign ads to use in Lodge/Chapter newsletters can be found in the Forms/Documents section.

Story Submissions

Tell us about the good work of your Lodge/Chapter for the chance to be featured in the Moose Magazine or on the Heard of Moose? Facebook page!

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    If necessary, additional photos can be emailed to moosetalk@mooseintl.org. Please include the Lodge/Chapter Name & Number and a short description of the event.

Heart of the Community Initiatives Announced for OKC Convention

The International Moose Convention is approaching quickly. There will be two Heart of the Community initiatives planned for OKC: donations of money and needed items to the OK Kids Korral, founded by The Toby Keith Foundation and a blood drive in support of the local community.

The OK Kids Korral helps make life a little easier for children with cancer by providing a safe, convenient, and hopeful place for families to connect with each other and focus on the well-being of their child. OK Kids Korral provides daytime and overnight lodging for pediatric patients and their families. The state of the art facilities at OK Kids Korral are designed to create a relaxing haven for the entire family.

The Moose HOC Committee will be taking donations at their booth near the registration area in the convention center. All checks should be made out to OK Kids Korral and wish list items (see attached list) may also be dropped off at the booth.

The blood drive will occur on Thursday, July 2nd in the convention center. Additional details will be available later on the Moose International website in the convention section and in Official Communications closer to the event.

Please try and give to either the OK Kids Korral or at the Blood Drive. Let’s show the people of Oklahoma what Moose members do to be the Heart of the Community!

April Message from Dawn Gark

Hello, April! 😊 —Thank you for bringing with you renewed enthusiasm and an offer of fresh possibility. With the turning of the month comes a natural lift in energy, and it feels like the perfect moment to embrace new beginnings. Our chapter elections are now complete, and we look ahead with excitement and undisputed eagerness as we prepare to install our new officers and chairmen for the upcoming year.

We all need to remember – those who have stepped forward to serve in these important roles have offered their time, talent, and leadership to help guide our chapters forward. Their success will be shaped not only by their dedication and hard work, but also by the support, encouragement, and positive spirit we bring to them. When we all work together for a shared purpose/cause, teamwork will turn individual strengths into collective success. This then creates an environment where everyone can and will shine. So, as we begin this new chapter year together, let’s commit to promoting a united, reassuring environment that allows every new officer—as well as every member—to thrive.

As we welcome these new teams into their roles, may the year ahead be filled with steady progress, shared accomplishments, and a renewed sense of purpose. With everyone working together, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.

Moose Magazine Online

Moose International is happy to announce a more user-friendly version of Moose magazine for mobile devices – perfect for members who are busy and on-the-go! The new and enhanced version features flowable text and adjustable font size so you no longer have to struggle to read stories from your phone or tablet! In addition, the contents view makes it easy to see all the stories/features at once so you can jump to your favorite section much faster, while still being able to see the traditional/page view if you desire. A tutorial is also offered to walk you through all the features/benefits of the new platform at the beginning. We hope you enjoy this new enhanced version of Moose magazine, making it easier for those of you on the go to stay connected! Check it out for yourself!