Welcome to our January 13th, 2014 Monday Memo

2014 Eagle Scout Recognition  Dinner & NESA Awards

To celebrate and honor the accomplishments of the current Class of Eagle Scouts, the California Inland Empire Council is hosting the 2013 Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner & NESA Awards on Friday, March 14th, 2014, at 6:00pm at the March Field Air Museum in Riverside. This year, the event is not only reaching out to the current class of new Eagle Scouts, but to Eagle Scouts of all ages.

New Eagle Scouts: Class of 2013: (January 2013 – December 2013) Congratulations on attaining the highest rank in Scouting! This is a FREE event for the 2013 Class of Eagle Scouts.

Council National Eagle Scout Association Chapter: Eagle Scouts will have the opportunity to join our Council NESA Chapter at the dinner. Council NESA CSP’s will be available for $10.00.

If you have any questions, please contact:Matt Brandt at (951)992-9438 or mkb969@verizon.net

2014 Eagle Scout Recognition and Reunion Dinner To make a reservation or to obtain a flyer, with additional information CLICK HERE

ALL RESERVATIONS MUST RECEIVED BY COUNCIL by MARCH 3rd, 2014!!!!!!

Adams Scholarship & NOESA Applications Due to Council by January 21, 2014.  

Glenn & Melinda Adams Award Form   NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Form    NESA Application Form

Chartered Organization Representive Training

The California Inland Empire Council Presents Chartered Organization Representative Training

Thursday, January 16, 2014 5:00-6:50 PM
Jack Dembo Scout Service Center
1230 Indiana Court, Redlands, CA 92374
DINNER WILL BE SERVED!

As a Chartered Organization Representative, you hold a key position in Scouting!  Please join us for a great training, dinner and attend the 2014 Annual Business meeting starting at 7:00 PM.

Please RSVP to Michelle Brown at (909) 793-2463 x 121 or micbrown@bsamail.org

Council Annual Recognition Dinner Honoring Silver Beaver Recipients

Congratulations to the following Scouting volunteers who have been selected to receive the California Empire Council's highest honor, the Silver Beaver Award.
They will be honored at the Council's Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner on February 1, 2014. The dinner will be held at the Moreno Valley Conference and Recreation Center. You're invited to attend and help recognize these and other deserving Scouting volunteers. Click to Register Online

Name  District Name  District Name  District Patricia Huerta Mt. Rubidoux Crystal Pastorian Tahquitz James Root Temescal Wes Andree Mt. Rubidoux Cynthia Stiede Sunrise Kenneth Foutz Grayback Gregory Stevens Old Baldy Catherine Johanson-Hayes Old Baldy Christy Brown-Anderson Mt. Rubidoux Sandra Cooley Old Baldy Richard Cales High Desert Anne Graham Arrowhead Gregory Chambers High Desert Jim Marmor Temescal Teresa Flug Sunrise John Vineyard Mt. Rubidoux

University of Scouting

What is University of Scouting?
The University of Scouting is a one-day leader training program designed to provide ideas and resources in areas to benefit ALL Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, Venturing, District, Commissioners, and Council Leaders.?

University of Scouting is offered once a year and our goal is to provide quality opportunities for leaders, like you to improve your skills, advance your knowledge, and increase your confidence in helping you to deliver a quality scouting program to the youth we all serve.

It is a fun-filled, hands-on, experience-laden opportunity to network with other Scouters, along with being a true learning adventure. Don't be the only one not attending this great learning opportunity.

Who should attend?
All Adult Volunteers, which includes Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Leaders, Commissioners, District and Council Level Volunteers, and all other Scout Volunteers.

Can Cub Scouts attend?
The University of Scouting is not intended for Cub Scouts (Youth). There are no courses in the schedule appropriate for Cub Scouts to attend.

When and where?
The University of Scouting will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at Norte Vista High School, located at 6585 Crest Ave Riverside, CA 92503.

How much is Registration for the University of Scouting and how do I register?
Early Bird registration is only $25 per person if paying by February 10, 2014. After that date, registration is $30 per person. The cost of the event includes: up to six classes of instruction, a patch, and a hot lunch! Turn in a completed registration packet to the council office. CLICK HERE to REGISTER

What should I wear and bring?
University of Scouting recommends a FULL Uniform. Other than a desire to learn, you may want to bring a pen and paper for notes, and a coffee mug.

We hope to see you all at University of Scouting on February 22, 2014.

Camp Emerson 2014

It's time to get ready for Summer Camp 2014! Camp Emerson at Boseker Scout Reservation is the place to be next summer and here is why:

• Camp Emerson offers a First Class Rifle, Shotgun and Black Powder Range, with Expert NRA Instructors.
• Archery Range! This past summer many upgrades took place to equipment, and for 2014 additional equipment and site upgrades will be taking place.
• Commissioner Service! In 2012 we introduced Commissioner Service at camp. Each week a Volunteer Commissioner helps units plan and execute their program, making the most out of their week at summer camp.
• Outdoor Skills! Pioneering, Wilderness Survival, First Aid and Emergency Preparedness are just the start of a Scouts visit to the Outdoor Skills area. New for 2014 is our redesigned and expanded Indian Village.
• Trail to First Class! All Scouts that have not obtained First Class yet should spend a portion of their day at the Trail to First Class area where they will be able to complete many of the requirements for each rank.
• Aquatic Programs! Our lake offers Canoeing and Row Boating, and at the pool Swimming, Lifesaving and beginner swim lessons are offered.
• Great Food! Chef Neil Royer will once again be providing quality food service.

For more information and to register for CAMP EMERSON 2014 click here

Old Baldy Scout Shop

Want to Race Faster and Ace Your Design? Then You Gotta Check Out Champ Camp! As packs across the nation are preparing for their annual Pinewood Derby® events, participating Scout Shops are planning a pretty cool, pre-event of their own! On a fun-packed Saturday in January-the 11th or 18th -(check with store to confirm date), your local Scout Shop becomes your pre-derby pit stop for the best racing tips around. So whether you're a first-time builder or a seasoned competitor, there's plenty to learn at CHAMP CAMP! Drop in at your convenience anytime during regular store hours to: • Learn the tricks that can shave seconds off your race time • Discover precision tools that can streamline your build • Find out your car's exact weight and test it on a track • Ask the questions that make the difference when you get back home Pinewood Derby Champ Camp takes place on your participating Scout Shop's choice of Saturday, January 11 or 18. Contact your nearest Scout Shop for date and details. All Cub Scouts® must must be accompanied by an adult.

Attention Cub Scout Leaders and Parents!

Lowe's Rancho Cucamonga at 11399 East Foothill Blvd, is holding a Dremel Demo for Cub Scouts and their parents. There will be pinewood derby cars given away; and each Scout receives a patch. Everyone in attendance recieves a coupon for 10% off tools to build their pinewood derby cars. There will be an opportunity to win a dremel tool as well. There are many other giveaways and instructions to build your car and increase the speed.

Please contact Richard Chamberlin at (909) 985-3484. You may leave him a message and he will return your call to sign you up for this great event.

This will take place on the following dates: January 11, 18, 25 and February 1, and 15. There are two sessions to choose from: 11:30-12:00 and 12:30-1:00. Sign up now! This is a great opportunity for fun and learning

Ontario Fury Scout Night

The Ontario Fury, the newest professional arena soccer league team, is having Scout Night on Sunday, January 19, 4pm home game at Citizens Business Bank Arena. It'll be a fun-filled and exciting game for Scouts, families, and friends. A pre-game youth parade, opportunities for prizes, post-game player autographs, and more await all Scouts attending in uniform! Please visit Ontario Fury Scout Night  for all the details.

You may order group tickets and individual tickets thru Ontario Fury representative Cody Carter, ccarter@ontariofury.com, (909) 240-5242 and (714) 742-7706 or the ontariofury.com website.

Parking is $5.00/vehicle - we encourage carpooling whenever possible.

SAVE THE DATE - 66ers 2014 Boy Scout Night Campout

Please make sure to mark Friday, June 13th, 2014 on your calendars for the annual Inland Empire 66ers Boy Scout Camp Out! 

Join us for a night dedicated to the Boy Scouts of America! The special Boy Scout

Camper Package includes:  - Reserved ticket to the game - Hot dog & Soda voucher - Special 2014 66ers Scout Night Patch - Camp out on the field after the game - Movie on video board after game - Ice cream snack during the movie - Light breakfast Saturday morning The pregame Boy Scout Parade will begin promptly at 6:30pm and a fireworks show will start at the conclusion of the game! * promotions subject to change* Please note, you must pre-order tickets to reserve your spot for the game and participate in the camp out. Ticket orders due Friday, June 6th, 2014.

Please click here to find the official 2014 Boy Scout ticket order form.
 

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Positive Quote & Prayer
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"I think the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be honorable, to be compassionate.  It is, after all, to matter: to count, to stand for something, to have made some difference that you lived at all."

    ~  Leo C. Rosten (1908-1977) American Writer

When the thought of you wakens in us

God our heavenly Father,
when the thought of you
wakes in our hearts,
let its awakening
not be like a startled bird
that flies about in fear.
Instead, let it be like a child
waking from sleep
with a heavenly smile. 

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