The Grand Encampment and Canton are advanced branches of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), focusing on fellowship, leadership, and service.
The Grand Encampment is part of the Patriarchal Degree, emphasizing spiritual growth, wisdom, and guiding principles for personal and community development. Members often engage in charitable activities and strengthen the bonds of the Odd Fellows community.
The Canton represents the highest branch, tied to the Patriarchs Militant degree, which incorporates a ceremonial and military-inspired structure. Cantons focus on disciplined service, ceremonial duties, and active support for IOOF causes and events.
Both branches provide unique opportunities for members to deepen their commitment to the IOOF’s principles of Friendship, Love, and Truth while making a positive impact in their communities.
Encampments of New York
| Encampment | Scribe | Mailing Address | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Hope #2 | David Searle | 121 Hinkleyville Rd. Specerport, NY 14559-1007 | |
| Fort Hill #18 | David R. Barkstedt, PCP | 235 West Saugerties Rd. Seugerties, NY 12477-3146 | |
| Tri-Mount #24 | Terry Reich | 536 Tamarack St. Utica, NY 13502 | |
| NIagra-Enterprise #88 | Thomas Kazmark, PGP | 121 Spring Street Springville, NY 14141 | |
| Integrity #158 | Aaron Kupferberg | PO Box 636 East Meadow, NY 11554 |
Grand Encampment Officers
| Grand Encampment title | Name |
|---|---|
| Grand Patriarch | Jeff Nogid |
| Grand Senior Warden | Michael Acurso |
| Grand Junior Warden | Dominic Oreste |
| Grand Scribe | Ed Pyne |
| Grand Treasurer | Aaron Kupferberg |
| Grand High Priest | Lee Faklis |
| Grand Marshal | Richard Kerimoglu |
| Grand Representative | Dominic Oreste |
| Grand Inside Sentinel | Al Brill |
| American Color Bearer | Samantha Shartran |
| District Deputy GP (West) | Paul Gotcsik |
| District Deputy GP (East) | Aaron Kupferberg |
| Grand Inside Sentinal | Michael Acurso |
Patriarch Militant Cantons of New York
| Canton | Clerk | Mailing Address |
|---|---|---|
| Department Council of NY PM, IOOF | Maj. Dominic Oreste, Department Adjutant | PO Box 72 Williston Park NY 11586 |
| Clearwater #20 | David R. Barkstedt, PCP | 235 W. Saugerties Rd. Saugerties NY 12477 |
| Canton Buffalo #5 | Ardell Garland | 216 Marbletown Road Newark, NY 14513 |
| J.W. Stebbins #3 | Rita Dobbin | 55 Meadow View Drive Penfield, NY 14526 |
| Clifford G.W. Shepherd # 1 | Aaron Kupferberg | PO Box 72 Williston Park NY 11596 |
Department Council Officers
| PM Dept. Council title | Name | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Department Commander | Margaret Gardener | |
| Deputy Dept. Commander | Lee Faklis | |
| Dept. Adjutant | Dominic Oreste | |
| Quartermaster | ||
| Officer of the Guard | ||
| Sentinel | ||
| Chaplain |