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For information from last year, view presentations/transcripts from the 2025 International Moose Convention in Milwaukee.
Mid-Year Conference Schedule
Association Annual Conference Schedule
During my travels I’ve had the opportunity to meet local dignitaries and first responders, and one comment keeps resurfacing: they rarely know what the Moose does, and many mistake us for nothing more than a bar with food. If that’s our first impression, it becomes our lasting one. I want to talk about how our lodges are seen in the community and what we can do to shape that perception.
First impressions start long before anyone steps inside. When someone approaches the lodge, is the facility clean and well maintained? Does it invite a hello or a curious glance? Is the sign current and legible, clearly stating the city and that this is a Moose Lodge, not just a number on a building? If the exterior looks tired or cluttered, we miss chances to impress those who are driving by or stopping for the first time.
Second, what is visible of our activity to the public? Do we host events that invite outsiders to stop and ask what we do? Do we sponsor youth events, help those in distress, and participate in community activities? These actions demonstrate our purpose beyond a menu and show that we are a welcoming, active part of the community.
Third, our core message. We are a fraternal organization that supports others and pursues our fraternal endeavors, not merely a place to socialize. Our social quarters belong to members, but they should reflect the values we uphold and be welcoming to neighbors who want to learn more.
Let us commit to getting the Moose message out: we are not just a bar, but a community-focused organization that helps others, supports youth, and serves as a gathering place for good. Each member can be an ambassador—proudly presenting who we are and inviting others to join us in making a difference.
John R Reiter
Chairman of the Board
Moose International
Download: Chairman of the Board Bio
Download: Chairman of the Board Travel Schedule
Pilgrim Degree - The Pilgrim Degree of Merit is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a member of the Fraternity. This degree, originally created on August 1, 1918, is conferred only in the House of God at Mooseheart, Illinois and comes as a reward to members of the Fellowship Degree for extraordinary service to the Fraternity.
Moose Ceremonies & Procedures - Ceremonies performed by members are varied in nature. They largely outline and facilitate how we conduct business and are primarily the meeting agendas that follow the orders of business for various purposes or aspects of our program(s).
Council of Higher Degrees - Pilgrims, Fellows and Moose Legionnaires of the Loyal Order of Moose, together with members of the College of Regents, Academy of Friendship and Star Recorder Degree holders of the Women of the Moose comprise groups within our Order known as the Council(s) of Higher Degrees. It is a unique setting where both men and women come together to plan and serve side by side for a common cause.
Fellowship Degree - The Fellowship Degree of the Moose Fraternity is an honorary degree. It was first created on August 7, 1918. To advance to this degree one must first be an active status Moose Legionnaire. This degree must be earned through service to the Lodge, Moose Legion, and or other entities of the Fraternity.
Moose Legion - The Moose Legion is a higher degree of the Loyal Order of Moose. Male members of the Order who have held membership for at least six months or who have sponsored at least one member into the Order qualify to advance to the Moose Legion.
Statistics - Check back weekly for updates on Moose Legion membership production and fundraising projects.
Monthly Messages - Check back for updates from Bob Neff, Moose International's Director of Ritual & Higher Degrees and the International Moose Legion President.
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