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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
As my term as Chairman of the Board comes to an end, I want to pause and reflect on the journey we have shared. This moment is not about looking back at the duties I carried out, but about recognizing the people, the places, and the countless acts of service that have made our organization so meaningful. As the Chairman of the Board, I want to “Thank” our lodges, chapters, associations, and, most importantly, our members who brought energy, ideas, and heart to every visit, every event, and every project.
Your hospitality was generous, your conversations candid, and your willingness to share your insights immeasurable. The energy you brought—your questions, your humor, your tireless commitment—made each visit memorable. Your dedication reminded me that leadership is not a pedestal but a partnership, built on mutual respect and a shared belief in service. It is a privilege to have stood with you along the way, and I remain grateful for every moment I had to observe and learn from you.
Over the past five years, our organization has shown remarkable growth. We are closing in on the milestone of one million members, a figure that represents more than a statistic—it reflects trust in our mission, the breadth of our reach, and the power of a network united by service and fellowship. The momentum we have built together stands as a testament to what we can achieve when people come together with a common purpose.
I have also been privileged to witness and participate in countless community service events that have made this journey unforgettable. The friendships formed—some spanning years and others just beginning—will be friendships for life. These memories are not merely pleasant recollections; they are the living evidence that our organization is about helping others with thought, word, and deed.
As my term ends, our mission continues. The upcoming years will bring new challenges, but they will also bring new opportunities to deepen our impact and broaden our reach. I encourage every one of you to remain actively engaged—participate in upcoming projects, invite new members to join, and sustain the partnerships that empower our Lodges, Chapters and Moose Legions to serve with excellence. Let us celebrate the progress we have made, while staying committed to learning, growing, and adapting so that we remain effective stewards of our shared purpose. The road ahead is bright when we walk it together.
John R Reiter
Chairman of the Board
Moose International
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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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