Within weeks, the debris left by the fire was completely removed and renovation work was under way. Due to the combined and untiring efforts of the members the renovation was completed in time for the Lodge's annual anniversary celebration.

Since the early years of our lodge the membership has continued to expand. The Chesterton Lodge currently rosters approximately 1200 Lodge Brothers and nearly 400 Women of the Moose.  

The Chapter of the Women of the Moose (Chapter # 846) was founded in December of 1972 with 50 Charter Members. The ladies of the Women of the Moose are a vital source of ideas, energy, and financial support for various events.

The active Moose Legion Club attracts members to dinners and other programs.

Community service programs have been primarily focused on the young people of Chesterton, with the lodge actively participating in Boy and Girl Scouting, Little League and other youth athletics. Lodge involvement extends beyond merely financial support as a number of members lead Scout dens, coach youth athletic teams, and deliver meals on wheels. By participating in the community the Chesterton Moose Lodge has become known as a major contributor to the betterment of our town.

Chesterton Lodge members are some of the most fraternalistic and regularly extend a helping hand - not only to its own members but also to other Moose families, lodges, and communities in the way of disaster relief, ritual assistance, and donations of equipment and supplies. Requests for help are always responded to cheerfully, willingly, and with expediency.

Chesterton members also enjoy lodge activities such as the Moose Camping Club, Moose League Bowling, Moose League Golfing, and both Family and Adult Karaoke (more commonly referred to as 'croaking').

We look forward to your visit to Chesterton.

Thank you, Brother  Dan Gribble, for this brief history of the Chesterton Moose Lodge.