Welcome to our October 1st, 2012 Monday Memo

Webelos Scouts Swarm Emerson

Troop 90, with assistance from Troops 2, 156, and 176 (all in the Mt Rubidoux District) hosted the annual Webelos Woods on September 21-23 at Camp Emerson. More than 100 Webelos Scouts took part in earning activity pins, shooting BB guns, playing games, and learning Scouting skills. And, for good measure, they also went to a campfire each night (complete with cracker barrels), and got a chance for some nifty prizes at a raffle.  Activity pins included Artist, Engineer, Forester, Geologist, Handyman, Naturalist, Outdoorsman, Readyman, Scientist, Showman, Sportsman and Traveler.

During the afternoon Camp-wide games, parents had an opportunity to talk with Troop Leaders and gain an insight into the various Troops. In addition to Packs from the Mt. Rubidoux district, there were also Packs from Alta Loma, Fontana, Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley.

From everyone on Staff to all the participants: Thanks for coming up!  Hope you had a great time! ~ Ken Campell

Silver Beaver Award Nominations Due November 21st, 2012

Varsity Vision Training

On September 21/22, 2012 the California Inland Empire Council held its first “Varsity Vision Training” course that was attend by 9 Varsity leaders and 3 youth leaders.  In this course the youth and leaders were trained by participating rather than lecture.  The participants spent the weekend actuality learning the importance of the Five Fields of Emphasis and how they work within the Varsity Team.  This course focused on how the Varsity Coach and Team Captain work together to deliver an effective program for their unit.  It reinforced the concept that a team is boy-led, and that the Team Captain is the leader and the roles of the Program Managers.  In the course the Coach and Program Advisors learned what their roles are to the team.  The adult leaders and youth participates came away trained.  

The next “Varsity Vision Training” course is February 22/23, 2013.  ~ Gavin Christen

Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact Grant Reminder

Thank you for sharing your success stories about the Lowe’s National Eagle Scout Project Impact Grant. So far, the program has been a real success, helping to support Eagle Scout projects. 

All Lowe’s prepaid gift cards provided must be issued for use in 2012. Youth must return all requested paperwork to the council by Dec. 31, 2012. Councils must send all requested paperwork to the national office by Jan. 31, 2013.

Let us know if you have any questions. lowes.grant@scouting.org or (972)580-2185.

VP of Membership/Relationships Mike Downs and family at the Philmont Training Center

2013 National Scout Jamboree 

Are you ready to Go Big and Get Wild? Will you be one of the first to the Summit?

LAST CALL FOR THE 2013 JAMBOREE! DEADLINE OCTOBER 31, 2012. JUST 6 VENTURE CREW POSITIONS STILL AVAILABLE. APPLY NOW – APPLICATIONS WILL BE DATE STAMPED FOR PRIORITY

OUR CONTINGENT - 2 Scout Troops and 5 Venturing Patrols

Contingent scouts will be selected from applicants from throughout the Council area.  A Council Jamboree Committee and Leaders consisting of experienced Scout leaders from all parts of our Council will support the troops and Crews.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell center, Constitution Hall in Philadelphia, Gettysburg Museum and Battlefields in Gettysburg, PA, the Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Martin Luther King and Washington Memorials, Ford’s Theater, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima, World War II, Korean and Vietnam Memorials, Capitol Tour, Mount Vernon, the brand new Marine Corp National Museum Washington DC

JAMBOREE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:   36,000 Scouts and Venturers at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree to be held for the first time at the SUMMIT BECHTEL RESERVE in West Virginia – highlights include: Rappelling, zip lines, white water rafting, BMX Cycle trails, Shotgun, rifle, skeet and pistol shooting, Archery ranges, SCUBA Diving, Swimming, Canoeing, rowing, merit badge midway, patch trading, skills events, arena shows, Order of the Arrow Village and a whole lot more!

SCOUT PARTICIPANT QUALIFICATIONS
· Scouts and team members must have a current BSA membership with a Boy Scout troop or Varsity Scout team.
· Must be at least First Class Scouts by July 15, 2013.
· Must be at least 12 years of age by the first day of the jamboree or an 11 year old that has graduated the 6th grade, but has not reached their 18th birthday by the last day of the jamboree.
VENTURING PARTICIPANT QUALIFICATIONS
· Crew members must have a current BSA membership with a Venturing crew.
· Must have graduated the 8th grade or be at least 14 years of age by the first day of the jamboree, but have not reached their 21st birthday by the last day of the jamboree.
· NOT currently a member of a Venture Crew – We can assist in registering you just for the Jamboree
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST:
· Be approved by their unit leader and local council contingent committee and participate in a pre-jamboree training experience.

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE 2013 JAMBOREE – CONTACT ROBERT CAMEROTA AT RACAMEROTA@AOL.COM

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Can packs, troops, teams, or crews participate in political rallies?

The Boy Scouts of America might be the most patriotic organization in the U.S. But don’t take that to mean we endorse any one political party.

The same applies to your pack, troop, team, or crew. You and your Scouts should Do Your Duty to Country but not by endorsing any one candidate.

During election years, though, the line between patriotism and political favoritism becomes thin, making it important to remind you of the BSA’s official policy on Scout participation in political rallies.

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions and the BSA’s official answers:

Q: Could a pack, troop, team, or crew provide a color guard flag ceremony for a candidate’s public speaking event or rally?
A: Yes. But, BSA Policy requires our adult and youth members in uniform to leave immediately after the presentation of colors and the Pledge of Allegiance. Should they want to stay they must do so as individuals, not Scouting represenatives, meaning, they would have to change out of their uniforms.

Q: So Scouts and Scouters can’t stand on the platform for the remainder of the speech or presentation?
A: No, they should not remain on the speakers’ platform or in a conspicuous location where media could construe their presence as an endorsement or symbol of support.

Q: Why is this the rule?
A: The policy is meant to prevent someone from using our brand to convey support of a candidate or ideology. This prevents Scouts from being used by any party in campaign advertisements or materials.

Q: So then why is it OK to even present the colors or lead the Pledge of Allegiance at all?
A: Those are displays of loyalty to the nation, something the BSA has always endorsed. Regardless of the outcome of the political race, the candidate and supporters pledge allegiance to the U.S. Because of this, it is always acceptable and deemed to be a part of the civic process. Also, this “service” is offered to any party, regardless of political affiliation.

Q: Can Scouts and Scouters pose for photos with political candidates at these events?
A: Yes. But photos of candidates or Scouts in uniform or BSA marks and logos are not allowed in political campaign materials of any kind.

Q: Can adult leaders or Venturers who are 18 or older vote in elections?
A: Not only can they — they should! This policy isn’t meant to limit the freedom of thought or action of any official or member acting as an individual. Scouters and Venturers shouldn’t wear their uniform to the polling place, but they should vote for whichever candidate they prefer. That’s all part of being a good citizen — something the BSA has taught for more than a century.

Q: What can Scout leaders do to support this policy?
A: Volunteers (and professionals) must be alert to situations that would imply that the BSA favors one candidate or party over another. Strict observance of our long-standing policy against the active participation of uniformed Scouts and leaders in political events is mandatory.

And as Election Day nears, the message in the advertisement from 1956 still applies: “Vote as you think, but Vote!”

Cubcast goes vintage for October as it prepares for relaunch; Boy Scout version coming soon

Your message was heard loud and clear, and a revamped Cubcast is on its way this November.

Its creators are promising a new and improved version designed to serve you better. For October, though, the Cubcast folks are sending us back in time.

They’re rebroadcasting last October’s episode, a classic that covered Citizenship and the BeAScout program. If you’re like me, you could probably use a refresher on something you heard a year ago, so give it a listen.

There’s also other big news: A Boy Scout version of Cubcast (which I can only assume won’t be called “Cubcast”) is on its way in January 2013!

Roy's Memorial

Memorial and Tribute Gifts

Your gift to the Memorial and Tribute Fund is a way for you to recognize a special occasion and/or person. It can be a job promotion, presentation of the Eagle Scout Award or the Adult Volunteer Leader Scouting Awards, a birthday or anniversary, a Bar Mitzvah or Confirmation, or to honor the memory of a friend or family member.

Upon receipt of your gift, you will receive an acknowledgement card for tax purposes. The person or family receives a card in your name from the California Inland Empire Council, BSA with no amount mentioned. In addition the memorial or tribute will appear as part of the Monday Memo on the council’s website.

To make a contribution to the California Inland Empire Council Memorial and Tribute Fund, fill out the gift form, and mail the form to California Inland Empire Council, BSA, PO BOX 8910, Redlands, CA 92375-2110. If you have any questions you may contact Joe Daniszewski, Scout Executive at 909-793-2463 ext. 120 or e-mail: joseph.daniszewski@scouting.org. Click Here for Tribute Form

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Positive Quote
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"Choose being kind over being right, and you'll be right every time."

   ~ Richard Carlson 
 

Joe Daniszewski Scout Executive/CEO California Inland Empire Council, BSA PO Box 8910 1230 Indiana Court Redlands, CA 92374 909.793.2463, Ext. 120 877.732.1450 909.793.0306 Fax

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