Category Archives: youth activities

Become an Elk — Future Generations Depend on the Work We Do Today

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Ken Jordan
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From the Pages of the 249er — May 1949 — Essay Winner, Why Democracy Works

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Ken Jordan

From the Pages of the 249er — May 1949 — Idaho State Essay Winner, “Why Democracy Works” Miss Mary Rae Thompson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. V. Thompson, Thatuna Appartments, was judged winner of the state Elks association essay … Continue reading →

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Legacy Awards Deadline February 5th, 2021

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Ken Jordan

Legacy Awards Deadline February 5th, 2021 In the last seven years, six children or grandchildren of Lodge #249 members have been awarded Legacy Scholarships.  It is a wonderful opportunity for children or grandchildren on our members to compete for, and potentially … Continue reading →

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Lodge 249 Reflection on 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Ken Jordan

We all know that 2020 has just been a miserable year for many of us and something we can all look forward to leaving behind.  I’m not here to dwell on any of the negatives but to tell you that our lodge has done … Continue reading →

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Moscow Elks Lodge #249 Supports the Commuity! — from the Daily News

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Moscow Elks Lodge #249 Supports the Commuity! The Moscow Elks Club has a long tradition of supporting the Moscow community by giving back over $$2.4 million to the area so far.  Their charitable philosophy has created and provided numerous programs … Continue reading →

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Community Volunteers Making a Difference

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Community Volunteers Making a Difference Creating Momentum for the Future of Elkdom in December Local Elks Lodges from every state nationwide, as well as Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Panama Canal Zone, will be busy helping our communities this holiday … Continue reading →

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From the Desk of the Secretary

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Finally, the last month of 2020, it’s been a hell of a year, but we got through it and things WILL get better!  Here are a couple of things Rich Gayler forwarded to me for your information: 1) Hoop Shoot … Continue reading →

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From the Pages of the 249er — December 1947 — Elks Kids’ Christmas Party

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Ken Jordan

From the Pages of the 249er  December 1947 — Elks Kids’ Christmas Party In 1947, as in past years, a kid party for all youngsters in the jurisdiction of the Moscow Lodge was given by the lodge and Mr. Kenworthy at … Continue reading →

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Invite a Friend to Join the Elks

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Invite a Friend to Join the Elks The Elks are nothing more than the members we retain and recruit.  Our Lodge has grown significantly this year with new members joining our organization at a rate unseen in recent years.  They … Continue reading →

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Applications for Legacy Awards Are Now Available

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. In the last seven years, six children or grandchildren of Lodge #249 members have been awarded Legacy Scholarships. Eligibility requirements are outlined below. The 2021 contest opened on September … Continue reading →

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How do you spell September?… F A L L 🍁

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Ken Jordan

 How do you spell September?… F A L L 🍁 The golf leagues come to an end, weather changes temperature as we all change from shorts to trousers and Bar/Dining switches hours of operation.   Opening hours of the clubhouse will stay … Continue reading →

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Elks’ Most Valuable Student Applications Open — closing date 11/15

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Ken Jordan

The 2021 MVS application deadline is November 15, 2020. Elks Most Valuable Student — 2018 online application The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2019 competition. Current high school seniors, or the … Continue reading →

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2020 Cart Path Scramble for “Christmas for Kids”

Posted on July 19, 2020 by Ken Jordan

  2020 Cart Path Scramble for “Christmas for Kids” Moscow Elks #249 2020 Cart Path Scramble August 22nd Four (4) Person Scramble $40 per person shotgun start at 9:00 AM This year’s scramble is for Christmas for Kids.  With such … Continue reading →

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Thank You from the Golf Committee

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Thank You from your Golf Committee Thank you to all the volunteers & sponsors who made the annual 4th of July celebration possible.  In particular, thanks to  Kathy Christian for chairing the sub-committee for the 4th of July holiday celebrations, and to  Sean … Continue reading →

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$2000 Contribution from Elks #249 to Family Promise of the Palouse

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Ken Jordan

$2000 Contribution from Elks #249 to Family Promise of the Palouse Exalted Ruler Janey presents a check for $2000 to Bruce Pitman, Executive Director of Family Promise of the Palouse. Thank you to all of our members that contributed to the National … Continue reading →

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Fathers Day Scramble Results

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Ken Jordan

 Fathers Day Scramble Results A huge thank you to everyone attending the Fathers’ Day Scramble.  You opened your generous hearts to make our 2nd annual Fathers’ Day tournament a tremendous success!  It was a wonderful day to celebrate fathers and … Continue reading →

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Join us for our annual 4th of July Celebration & 71st Sole Survivor Golf Exhibition

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Join us for our annual 4th of July Celebration & 71st Sole Survivor Golf Exhibition (but please follow social distancing and face mask recommendations when indoors or outside when social distancing is not possible & do not attend if you are … Continue reading →

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Who Are the Elks?

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Who Are the Elks? Since 1868, millions and millions of Americans  have joined the Elks.  Find out why! Elks Care, Elks Share. Are YOU an Elk?  Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building, golf course … Continue reading →

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Fathers’ Day Scramble

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Ken Jordan

Fathers’ Day Scramble Members, The Nelson’s are putting on our 2nd annual Father’s Day 9 Hole Scramble on June 21st to support our Moscow Rebel Tiger Special Olympics team.  This year we will be following the Elks guidelines for COVID19 safety measures.  … Continue reading →

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2-person Scramble to Benefit the Course Improvement Fund

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Ken Jordan

2-person Scramble to Benefit the Course Improvement Fund Members, The Golf Club (formerly the Golf Committee) is putting on a 2-Person Scramble on MAY 23RD.   The entry fee is $20 per person with half the fee going out to prizes and half of the fee … Continue reading →

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