Our newly remodeled Pool - next step - repaint the Camp Emerson Pool Wall

Pack 247 Rides sbX Bus Line

Tiger Cub Den 8 from Pack 247 in San Bernardino rode the new sbX bus line to complete an Elective requirement and to promote public transportation to the Tiger Cubs and their families. The Den rode from the new Park and Ride facility on Palm Avenue, through the CSUSB campus, and down to the 40th Street/Kendall Drive station and back. They received paper bus model cutouts from the sbX ambassadors that were at the stops, and they asked questions of the ambassadors and bus drivers about public transportation and the environment.

Mt. Rubidoux and Five Nations District Camporee

The classic tug-of-war and starting a fire with two matches brought Boy Scouts back to the basics at the annual camporee held at Lake Perris State Recreational Area last weekend.

“Back to Basics” was the theme for the camporee and Webelosree co-hosted by Mt. Rubidoux and Five Nations districts  of the California Inland Empire Council, which  saw nearly 200 youths  from Webelos, Boy Scouting and Venture units compete in a variety of activities April 25-27.

The activities included competitions that challenged 24 patrols from many Scouting units in the district. In the “Blindfold Tent Set-up,” a patrol was blindfolded and guided into setting up a tent under the guidance of their patrol leader, who was not visually impaired. Patrol that did the set-up the fastest won. Nobody became lost at the map and compass event. And nobody could easily start a fire with kindling and matches.

Troops also competed for best designed campsite. Scouts with a bit of “Iron Chef” in them competed in the dutch oven cook-off. Judges ruled that Trenton Goopio of Troop 2 in Riverside made the best jambalaya in the dutch oven, earning him and his patrol a $25 gift card.

The Saturday activities ended with a campfire and induction of the newest members to the Order of the Arrow, the honor camper organization of the Boy Scouts.

The Webelosree program provided special age-appropriate activities for Webelo Scouts, boys who soon will be joining a Boy Scout troop. The boys could earn the Outdoorsman pin and learn to cook and to pack for themselves for an outing. They also tested their sense of direction with a map and compass.

The boys didn't have all the fun. Eighteen  adults worked on their basic leader training by learning outdoor skills that they can pass on to Scouts. Many of the cooks at the units were adults who showed off their culinary skills with steaks and grilled half-chickens.

The  camporee drew about 330 participants, according to Matt Barth, of Riverside, district chair. The camporee was supervised by John Vineyard, Scoutmaster of Troop 2.
This was the first time in many years that the Mt. Rubidoux and the Five Nations district joined forces on their camporee, spanning the areas of Riverside, Jurupa Valley, Woodcrest, Lake Matthew, Highgrove, Moreno Valley and Perris.

Pack 210 Visits Bass Pro Shop

To prepared for a fishing trip this weekend Wolf boys went to Bass Pro Shops store in Rancho Cucamonga. Visiting Bass Pro Shops was like visiting Disney Land except better!  We arrived at Bass Pro Shops around 11:45 which was the perfect timing, because we helped feed the fish in their 8,000 gallon fresh water tank and then we feed the trout in the indoor trout stream. Later, we were given a tour of Bass Pro Shops 180,000 Sq. Ft. store, and then the boys went on a scavenger hunt to find animals and logos, for which the boys received prizes. Finally, we got down to business and attended the Fishing Seminar which was given by Pro-Angler Pete Marino. Now if that wasn’t enough Bass Pro Shops General Manager Bob Minor surprised the boys with fishing poles courtesy of Bass Pro Shops.  ~ Entropy C Mond

Temescal District Merit Badge Clinic

Thanks, Robert.  This is very helpful follow-up to an enormously successful merit badge clinic for the Temescal District on Saturday!

A couple of observations.  Our estimates were low as to the number of boys, because these numbers say that we had 157 boys in classes for Session 1, 168 for Session 2, 158 for Session 3 and 125 for Session 4.  So, at our high point, we have 168 Scouts.

My estimate of 600 merit badges started was just slightly low of the 608 actual merit badges started.

This represents a lot of work and love on your part.  Thank you so much for all of your dedication to this big task.  You make it look easy and I know it’s not, which is a credit to the many hours of behind the scenes work you dedicate to this clinic (and many other YM activities).

Let me try and put this into perspective.  Because we teach both required and elective merit badges, if every boy followed these badges through to completion, this merit badge clinic effort is the equivalent of 26+ Eagle Scouts!

Well done, and deserving of thanks from our entire presidency, the Temescal District and CIEC!

Michael L. Poore, Stake Young Men’s President, Corona Stake

 

Temescal District 6th Annual Golf Classic

Drive a Scout to Camp! Come play and help Scouting continue its great tradition of service to the youth of our community. Monday, June 2nd, 2014, Western Hills Country Club, Chino Hills, California 7:00 am– 8:00 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast 8:30 am - Shotgun Start – Best Ball Tournament - At the 19th Hole a Putting Contest 1:30 pm - Cash Bar, BigWestern Style BBQ Lunch, Opportunity Drawings & Silent Auction Your $600 Foursome entry fee includes: * Four member team * 18 Holes of Country Club Golf * Cart & Gift Bag * Continental Breakfast * BigWestern Style BBQ Lunch * Contest, Prizes andmore REGISTER TODAY! CLICK HERE For More Information – Paul Reyes, 909-625-4534 x305 paul.reyes@scouting.org

“Can’t believe it’s been 6 years!  Every year the Annual Scouting Gold Classic gets better and better, all my friends can’t wait for this year’s event!  Come out and support Scouting and have a great time”

Robert A. Camerota, Sr. CIEC Vice President of Fund Development 

The 2014 Popcorn Campaign Is HERE!!

Earn 2% Bonus Commission by attending one of the CIEC Popcorn Trainings!

• Learn our 2014 Product Lineup
• Hear about our new prize incentive program* Set your 2014 unit popcorn goal
• Learn best practices on how to improve your sale and reach your goal
• Get your questions answered

Have your unit kernel attend any of the trainings and increase your base commission from 28% to 30%! Your kernel can attend ANY of our 7 available trainings:

Questions? Contact Anna Escalante, Council Popcorn Kernel Phone: 951-642-1388 or Email: eight4lord@yahoo.com

Boy Scout Advances to International Spelling Bee On March 21, 2014, Life Scout Joshua Zion Herrmann of Saint Catherine's of Sienna Troop 110 in Rialto won first place in the state Spelling Bee competition for California Virtual Academy.  On April 29 he won First Place at the K12 Western Regional Spelling Bee.  This Thursday, May 8th, he will participate in the K12 International Spelling Bee Championship.  He is pictured with his Regional Spelling Bee Proctor, Mrs. Samantha Wharton. In His service, Lorrie Herrmann

The California Inland Empire Council Will Be Presenting Information on the Programs Offered At:

CAMP WILEY & CAMP EMERSON
SATURDAY MAY 17, 2014
THE CALIFORNIA INLAND EMPIRE SCOUT SHOP WILL BE OFFERING FREE CLINICS THROUGHOUT THE DAY!
ALL SCOUTS, LEADERS AND PARENTS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.

FREE CLINIC SCHEDULE
9:00AM- PACKING FOR A SUMMER CAMPING TRIP/ SUMMER CAMP
10:00- PACKING & ADJUSTING YOUR BACK PACK FOR A PERFECT FIT
11:00AM-2:00PM
LETTING GO OF YOUR SCOUT (REASURANCE FOR NEVROUS PARENTS)
FIRST AID 101
ROPE & KNOT TYING
DUTCH OVEN & BACK PACK COOKING

PATCH SEWING ALL DAY  9:00AM – 2:00PM (ORDERS CAN BE LEFT FOR PICK UP ON A FUTURE DATE)

May 17–Get ready for Camp Event

Are You In? ‘Cause This Special Day Proves Your Scout Store is Your One-Stop Camp Shop! It’s almost here! Your perfect chance to blast through your checklists and grab the gear and know-how to max out camp this summer. May is “Get Ready for Camp” Month at your California Inland Empire  Scout Shop! Hope you’ve made plans to be at the Saturday May 17 event— an exciting opportunity to explore all the latest items guaranteed to make your camp experience easier, more comfortable, and more fun. This fun, all-day event starts at 10 a.m. and includes: ? In-store Backpack Fittings ? Free Summer Camp Packing List ? Three “PAY A PENNY” Special Offers Choose one of the following qualifying gifts at or below your in-store purchase amount: Spend $100, get a Cub Scout™ or Boy Scout™ Beach Towel ($19.99 value each) for just 1¢! Spend $200, get the BSA®Tanto Knife ($24.99 value) or one of the above towels for just 1¢ Spend $250, get the BSA Backpacking Chair ($44.99 value) or any one of the above items for just 1¢!

So please plan to join us, and help us get the word out. Share this with friends and get ready for an awesome day!

CONTACT CALIFORNIA INLAND EMPIRE SCOUT SHOP FOR ALL THE DETAILS.   909-307-3950
Special penny buys available in-store during the day of the event only. Minimum required purchase amounts for special penny buys are pre-tax totals and exclusions apply. Includes most Jamboree® items; excludes uniforms, uniform accessories, program insignia, program literature, Pinewood Derby®, advancement items, and gift cards. Limit one penny item per customer, with required purchase amount. Offer available only in participating Scout Shops. Not available online.
We reserve the right to change penny items based on availability.

Outdoor Ethics Event

In honor of Earth Day, we are planning a rather informal class to bring awareness of the new Outdoor Ethics Program to the scouts in our area on Saturday April 26 here at the Redlands Scout Shop location. Come see what the new program is all about and how to earn this exciting new award. Please select from the age groups below for your session time. 9am-10:30am      for Cub Scouts ages 6-10  11am-12:30pm    for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts ages 11-18 1pm-2:30pm        for Venture Scouts ages 14-21 **Any questions please contact us @ California Inland Empire Scout Shop 1230 Indiana Court, Redlands, CA  92374 phone  909-307-3950; fax  909-307-3952

We Need You to be a 2014 Camp Counselor in Training

We are looking for outstanding leaders, exceptional  role models to be Counselors in Training.

Camp Emerson and Camp Wiley staff service is a great way for young people to get job experience while offering an example to younger Scouts. Leaders, please refer your strongest young men and young women (age 15) to this site by CLICKING HERE

National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) 2015

August 2 - 8, 2015 @ Michigan State University www.snakepower.org

The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) is the premier event of the Order of the Arrow. It is Scouting's second-largest national program event. Over 10,000 Arrowmen from across our nation gather for an inspirational and unforgettable experience full of fellowship, training, adventure, and lots of fun!

The 2015 National Order of the Arrow Conference will be held August 3-8, 2015 at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. The 2015 National Order of the Arrow Conference will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Order of the Arrow!

As additional information is obtained flyers and the web pages will be updated. The Lodge will be traveling as a contingent to this event. To start the registration process and to reduce the cost burden to participants, the lodge is starting registration for this event. A $100 minimum deposit is required to secure your spot. It is estimated that the cost of this event will be $1500, though fees may change with travel cost and discounts. Your registration fee will cover event registration, patches, lodging, meals and travel. Additional cost of uniforms, additional patches, equipment and accessories are the responsibility of each registrant. Group discounts and purchases may be advertised to help reduce the cost to each participant. 

For Additional Information CLICK HERE

Scouting Cartoons from the ’60s, Do they still hold true today?

Merit badges do indeed lead to careers, so this one’s funny and true.

Camp Emerson Availability

Friends Of Scouting Report

Positive Quote & Prayer -------------------------------------- “Cinco de Mayo has come to represent a celebration of the contributions that Mexican Americans and all Hispanics have made to America.”     ~  Joe Baca    Cinco de Mayo is a great patriotic holiday in México, commemorating an improbable victory over invading French forces under Napoleon III in the 1860s, despite being outnumbered 2-1. This poster from 1901 is held by the DeGolyer Library at Southern Methodist University.   On this day the Lord has acted; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

Monday Memo is from Scout Executive Joe Daniszewski and contains his reflection on what is happening within the Council. The purpose of Monday Memo is to communicate information about the week ahead, to acknowledge the good things happening around the Council and to address specific issues that the Scout Executive wants to bring to your attention. Joe welcomes any comments, suggestions or recommendations on how to make this memo as helpful as possible. If you have something you want publicized in the Monday Memo, please send it to his attention c/o Monday Memo: Joseph.Daniszewski@scouting.org for Monday Memo Archives Click Here