brother josh
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Who on this site is an elk and do you get the same pride or brotherhood as being a mason
My Freemasonry
My Freemasonry
I was an Elk back in the late 70's. I quit because it was becoming known for it's stag nights and Vegas nights. I did enjoy the dances and dinner club though.
Sounds to me like if you really like to drink, elks is the way to go.
Our local Elk lodge was part of the yearly town home tour. I was greeted at the downstairs door by a local Elk. We should hands, and said hello. I asked if they have a secret handshake and pass words. He told me he couldn't say. I responded, That's a yes.
According to (http://www.phoenixmasonry.org/masonicmuseum/fraternalism/elks.htm) this site:
"In 1895, the Elks ceased the use of lambskin aprons in their initiatory work, the password was eliminated in 1899, in 1902 the use of a badge was eliminated, with the secret grip falling by the wayside in 1904 and the "Test Oath" was removed in 1911. In 1952, candidates were no longer blindfolded prior to the Initiation. 1995, women were admitted into the Order."
"In 1895, the Elks ceased the use of lambskin aprons in their initiatory work, the password was eliminated in 1899, in 1902 the use of a badge was eliminated, with the secret grip falling by the wayside in 1904 and the "Test Oath" was removed in 1911. In 1952, candidates were no longer blindfolded prior to the Initiation. 1995, women were admitted into the Order."