| | | |  |  | | November 9th, 2015 | | New | Veteran's Day November 11th | | | 
| | New | Jack Dembo Clean-up Day | | | The group was small but mighty! Thank you to the awesome Scouters who came out and worked on Saturday-Joe Daniszewski, Jim Prior, Rick Pohlers, Josh Direen, Emerson Direen, Robert Stanley, Carolyn Stanley and Cynthia Blessum. Michelle Brown, Office Manager C.I.E.C. | | New | 2015 Scout Golf Classic | | | We had a great time, join us next year and thanks to all our Sponsors: Trail’s End, IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) Local# 47, Christenson & DeGood, Ontario Fury, Aquarium of the Pacific, Bradford Portraits, PGA West, Bass Pro Shop, Mutual of America, Western Hills, Shelton’s, Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Harlem Globetrotters, Arrowhead Country Club, Ontario Reign. CLICK HERE to view more Photos |
| New | Gearing up for #GivingTuesday - December 1st, 2015 | | | The BSA has a proven track record of shaping youth into people of outstanding character – people who understand the meaning of accountability and the importance of servant leadership. On #GivingTuesday, December 1, 2015, we’re continuing that record by helping Scouts become the leaders of the future. Read on to discover how you can help invest in tomorrow’s leaders this #GivingTuesday. What Is #GivingTuesday?
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Observed on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingstTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. How Your Support Helps Scouting
Investing in the Boy Scouts of America creates opportunities for youth to gain memorable experiences and be instilled with values, principles, and skills that will help them develop into the future leaders of our nation. By contributing to Scouting, you will have a profound impact on America. More youth will experience the program that will further instill values and character in their moral fiber. Support provided to local councils is used for scholarships, program supplies for youth activities, volunteer training, and camp and service center maintenance. Additionally, the National Service Center provides local councils with program materials, resources and support of the Scouting program. Funding provided to the National Council is used for the development of program materials and resources, infrastructure support for local councils, and development of both professional and volunteer training materials. | | New | Boy Scouts learn how to be topnotch Den Chiefs! | | | Den Chief Leader Training held in Mount Rubidoux District drew eight Boy Scouts to learn about how to better serve Cub Scouts. David Kinder, assisted by John Elliot, new Cubmaster of Pack 506, lead the Scouts through the training, covering the syllabus and emphasizing items such as Scouting is about principles and standards and how to communicate that to the Cub Scouts. "I had great participation and collaboration from the Scouts as they shared their circumstances with their dens and what they’re doing – and if they could make improvements on it," David said. He also discussed the new changes to the Cub program, especially the integration of the Scout Oath and Law. The Scouts also discussed how to be a role model for a younger brother who may be in the den. "A few of the Scouts told me that they weren't bored and they were learning a lot," said David, who has conducted the training twice before. The four-hour training had plenty of breaks, fueled with donuts and milk! "This was a great group of Boy Scouts and it was a lot of fun for me to teach this class!" The training was held Nov. 7 at the LDS Church on Blaine Street in Riverside. |
| New | New Assistant Sheriff Named for Riverside County | | | Joseph Cleary is also a California Inland Empire Council Executive Board Member, Troop 0176 Committee Chairman & Youth Protection Training Champion. By City News Service: A 31-year law enforcement veteran was promoted to assistant sheriff, overseeing patrol operations throughout Riverside County, the department announced this week. Chief Deputy Joseph Cleary, who has been with the sheriff’s department since 1984, will take over from Assistant Sheriff Lee Wagner, who is retiring after more than three decades on the force. Cleary, 54, most recently supervised the sheriff’s Personnel and Recruiting Bureau, which has been involved in a hiring spree to fill departmental slots since 2012. The recruitment drive has since slowed down at the direction of the Board of Supervisors to contain public safety costs. Read More...... | | | The Ethan Giving Tree Program | | | The CIEC Redlands & Old Baldy National Scout Shops is providing an opportunity for the scouting community to help local scout members who may be in need of uniforms and uniform items. This help will be done through The Ethan Giving Tree program starting November 14 through December19, 2015.The Ethan Giving Tree program works on a donation basis. An Ethan tree (similar to an Angel tree) will be set up at the Scout Shop with Ethan cards on it. Each card will have the first name of the Scoutalong with the uniform items that they need. There will also be a space for other items they may want such as books, crafts, camping items, etc.Customers and Scout supporters can purchase theitem(s)in their local Scout Shop and give them to the store staff to collect for each child. We will keep the name of the individual(s) confidential. Only the store staff will have access to the Scout’s name and your contact information. A code will be issued that will match a card in the safe that will have your contact information, so as the donations are collected store staff will contact you so arrangements for pickup can be made. We need your assistance to make this project a success. Please fill out the information on this Form and return to the store by November 9, 2015 for every scout who would benefit from donations from the scouting community to complete their full uniform. If you have any concerns or questions please contact the store staff by email: RedlandsScoutShop@scouting.org or phone us at 909-307-3950. OldBaldyScoutShop@scouting.org or phone us at 909-625-4534 | | | Camp Helendade Work Weekend | | | Primitive Camping and Good Turn Weekends (service hours) Who: This service project is open to all, Boy Scout Troops, Varsity Teams and Venturing Crews. What will we do? Primitive Camping, and service to camp. There are many work projects that need to be done. Letters will be given to youth who need school service hours. What do we get? Troops, Teams, and Crews can stay Saturday night if they would like. What do we need to bring and wear? Bring gloves, rakes, shovels, ladders, wheel barrels. Wear old clothes! Porta-Potty provided, bring your own food and water. All trash must be taken with you when you leave. When? Final opportunities for 2015. Nov 21, Dec 12. Where? 2001 Wilderness Rd. Running Springs, CA 92382 Arrival & Departure: Saturday arrival between 8:30 am and 9:00 am, Departure by 5:00 pm or Sunday departure no later than 10:00 am Cost: $10 per person, FREE if working on Saturday Questions? Contact Cynthia Blessum, Council Camping and Outdoor Program Chair, 714-612-1662, or email blessumcr@pacbell.net How do we sign up? CLICK HERE for Registration Form and return to the Jack Dembo Scout Center by the 15th of the month in which you want to participate or click on the dates for online registration. | | | NRA Instructor Classes in December | | | The following NRA instructor classes will be offered at Lost Valley the weekend of: December 11-13, 2015: Rifle, Shotgun, & Pistol. These instructor classes are for experienced shooters and are not for new shooters. Passing a written examination is required to participate in this class. The class is open to registered BSA leaders or Merit Badge Counselors only. Each class has a cap on it, so if you are interested please register early. The cut off date will be Friday November 13th @ 5pm. This allows time for ordering of class materials and allows for the Thanksgiving Holiday. After that date the Lead Instructor from the discipline that you choose will be in contact with you. The fee for the weekend is $130. That includes all firearms, ammo, targets, all NRA Instructor Materials, a cabin bunk, and 4 meals starting Saturday Breakfast and ending Sunday Breakfast. You may NOT bring your personal firearms. There will be NO exceptions! You are allowed to bring your own eyes and ear protection. If you don't have any, we will provide it to you to use. If you are interested in registering, please contact Kathy Liedahl, the Orange County Council Camping Events Data Manager. She can be reached at her email: kathyl@ocbsa.org, or at 714-546-8558 x 167. You will receive an update approximately 2 weeks before the course on anticipated weather and clothing recommendations. Please let me know if you have any questions. Kurt Wampole, Shooting Sports Director, Shooting Sports Committee Chair, C.I.E.C (909) 586-5395 | | | Ontario Reign Boy Scout Night | | | Watch the Ontario Reign take on the San Jose Barracudas When: Sunday December, 13th, 2015 at 3:00PM
Where: Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario, CA Benefits Include: - Commemorative Scout Patch
- Proceeds from each ticket supports the Inland Empire Council Boy Scouts of America
- Star Wars Night
- Use hashtag #ScoutReigh15 to be entered to win 4 tickets to a Reign Game
More Info: Visit www.ontarioreign.com/boyscouts or
Contact: Steven Minucci 909-204-5506 FAX 909-204-5555 Email sminucci@ontarioreign.com |
| New | Waypoints: High-Adventure Base News | | | | | New | Tread Lightly! Seeking Outdoor Conservation, Eagle, Hornaday Projects to Fund | | | The national nonprofit organization Tread Lightly! has launched an initiative funding 25 Restoration for Recreation™ projects to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Scouts seeking funding for conservation, Eagle, or Hornaday projects are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to projects on public lands or waters that protect hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and motorized vehicle access—including, but not limited to, a public lands clean-up, restoration or maintenance of an OHV trail or staging area, posting of educational signage, outdoor recreation stewardship events, and maintenance of recreation infrastructure. Maximum funding award is $2,000. Deadline is December 1. Click here for more details and the online application. | | New | 2017 National Scout Jamboree | | | 
| | New | Scouts Help Clean Neighborhood | | | We’d like to send a warm thank you to Cub Scout Pack 642 located at Stork Elementary School. They helped clean up the Rancho Cucamonga neighborhood on Sapphire and Thoroughbred streets after Halloween night. This is only one example of a great community service project. Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts are a wonderful part of our community. Eagle scouts from Troop 655 were also present and participated in the clean-up. Kudos! | | New | BSA Leads to New Adventure for Adults & Scouts | | | One of the greatest qualities that I admire about the scouting program is that it exposes youth to new experiences that they wouldn't normally receive in their normal day to day lives. One of the hidden gems of the scouting program is that it can perform the same service for adult scouters too.
I was first introduced to paddlesports by fellow scouters 5 years ago. We would often meet on our days off from work and paddle around local lakes. It's to their credit and my meeting them at BSA activities that I decided I like the specific sport of kayaking. Local Troops started inviting me to their campouts at Fiesta Island or day paddles at Lake Perris. There always seemed to be a keen interest whenever I told of my trips down the Colorado River. During my pursuit of new places to explore I had many scouts, Scoutmasters, and parents ask about the adventures that I shared through social media. The question that they would ask the most often is "Where is that river at?" or "When is the next time your going through there? I'd like to go there too.". It is from these inquiries that I soon found myself organising the annual Black Canyon Trek, Picacho Trek, as well as several shoreline cleanups at Lake Perris and Lake Silverwood.
In January of 2014 I decided that I wanted to get a long trip under my belt and kayak the entire lower Colorado River from Hoover Dam to Morelos Dam on the U.S. / Mexico Border. This is a trip of 340 miles and 2 weeks in length. I'd like to point our that Order of the Arrow asks their members to embrace the concept of servant leadership and cheerful service. Its from these ideals that are ingrained in my psyche that I decided to make this trip down the Colorado River a fundraiser for 2 charities. I named the fundraiser the Bow South Expedition and raised money for Cahuilla Lodge for the purpose of sending youth OA members to the 2015 National Order of the Arrow Conference. The second charity was the Sherman Indian Foundation to benefit the students at Sherman Indian High School in Riverside.
On November 15, 2014, I launched near the base of Hoover Dam and finally reached Morelos Dam on the afternoon of November 30. It's because of my involvement with the BSA and its outstanding volunteers that I gained the motivation, endurance, and skills needed to complete this trip. Wilderness survival and emergency preparedness even came in handy south of Parker, AZ, when I was stuck overnight on a shrinking sandbar in freezing temperatures.
On November 13 I'll again launch from Hoover Dam for the 2015 Bow South Expedition. This year a team of fellow scouters, and one scout, will be joining me kayaking the lower Colorado River as a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the Sherman Indian Foundation. I'd like to invite everyone to follow the adventure through our social media and satellite tracker feed on the expedition website at www.riverbroncs.com/bowsouth. I'd also like to challenge youth, adult, parents, and even non-scouters to explore the virtues of servant leadership and cheerful service.
Whether you are 15 or 50 years old, ask yourself "where will scouting take me today?"
James Hermes, Aca Chapter Adviser & Trip Leader of the Bow South Expedition |
| New | Cub Scout Pack 346 Loses a Great Leader, Scouter & Friend | | | On October 16, 2015, Mark Heider passed away unexpectedly in his sleep. He leaves behind his wife of 13 years, Danielle and his boys, Casey and Brody. Mark was a father, family man, hiker, athlete, Scouter and a mentor. All of us in Cub Scout Pack 346 have been deeply impacted by the loss of this great man. In Scouting, boys are taught to Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace. These phrases encourage the boys to consider leaving the environment as they found it so others may enjoy it as well. However, the other principles taught in Scouting teach the boys to actually “Leave A Trace” and to be a service to the community. A pillar of these principles was Mark Heider. Mark was a Scout when he was a child and completed his Eagle Scout. When his son, Casey began Cub Scouting in 1st grade, Mark stepped up to be the Tiger Den Leader and continued to lead Casey’s Den until last Spring when Casey and the other Den 1 Scouts completed their Arrow of Light and Bridged into Boy Scouts. Mark’s younger son, Brody is now a Tiger Scout and Mark continued this year to be an influence and support to the current leaders of Brody’s Den. Mark’s influence went well beyond the boys of Casey and Brody’s Dens. Mark’s energy and love of Scouting impacted all who met him in Pack 346. Some of the words of parents of Scouts who have been touched by Mark are shared below: “Not only was Mark Heider https://www.facebook.com/mark.edward.562114 a dedicated fun leader to his pack, but he was also a mentor to our son … in scouting. Our Son is looking forward to reading Mark’s letter in his Eagle tin when he becomes an Eagle Scout.” “The world lost a very wonderful man last Friday. As a parent, people will come into your kids life that give so much of themselves, they will forever be etched on your child's heart. Mark Heider was that kind of person. Trying to help our son through this loss we decided to think about what Mark taught us, what his life meant to us. He taught us life is about relationships, making and keeping connections with people. He taught our son so much about the outdoors, service, confidence, team work and how to be a good leader. Always taking the time to bend down to the same eye level as the child he was speaking to, to make them feel important and not intimidated. Most importantly he showed us how to be an amazing father to his boys. You have left an amazing legacy Mark in so many lives.” “You were an amazing role model to my son. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you gave and did. Thank you for asking our son to be a part of Cub Scouts and thank you for all the wonderful memories we share in Cub Scouts. “ “Thank you for being the best Scout leader for my son” “Scouting creates friendship and kinship between those who participate. Scouting lost an amazing spirit yesterday with the loss of Mark Heider. Mark was full of life and energy and led his Scouts to success and more importantly to friendships that will last a life time.” “Mark was an amazing spirit with loads of energy and I'm a better person for knowing him.” “Mark had a passion for life, Scouting and his beautiful family. A man to respect. Mark has been an involved mentor to all our boys, including mine, and took so much time with each of them. He has left a legacy in the investment he made in the future of our boys.” “Just met a couple months ago, but immediately recognized his truly inspiring character. I was really looking forward to getting to know Mark better. Not only for his help with being a good Cub Scout leader, but because he's one of those rare people I've met in life that inspires me to be a more outgoing, happier, friendlier, generally better person. I am truly saddened by his passing and feel a great loss.” “Mark was an example to be emulated by Scouts of all ages, and was a pillar in Pack 346.” As Danielle said when she spoke with me earlier this week, it will take a village now to help the family continue on without their father and husband. Our Pack hopes to continue Mark’s legacy and support his boys as they continue their journey in Scouting. | | New | Remembering Willis "Beau" Sawyer | | | Our Scouting community has been greatly diminished with the passing of long-time Scouter Willis “Beau” Sawyer, who served our Council as an adult leader for more than 30 years.
Beau began as Cubmaster with Pack 62, then moved on to Troop 16 where he was an Assistant Scoutmaster and, ultimately, the Troop Committee Chairman; however, his Order of the Arrow service is even more notable. He accepted many roles within Cahuilla Lodge, including Wanakik Chapter Adviser, as well as Cahuilla Lodge Advisor. A Brotherhood Member, with the Vigil Honor name of Klamachpin; which is interpreted as “Quiet One”, Beau was never one to seek the limelight, choosing instead to humbly accept any task without expectation of reward or acclamation; yet, awards he did receive. He was honored as Cahuilla Lodge Arrowman of the Year in 1994, and subsequently received the coveted Founder’s Award.
A Silver Beaver recipient, Beau’s passion was in the realm of training. He was a Wood Badge Assistant Course Director and served a dozen years on the faculty of Foxfire, where he was Clan Chieftain (Course Director) in 2008.
An Army Viet-Nam Era Veteran, Beau is survived by his wife, Kathy; daughter Heather; son Heath, who is an Eagle Scout; and two grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, November 21st at The Vineyard Fellowship, 935 N. McKinley, Corona, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made by contacting Mike Downs at 54miked@gmail.com
In Service, Don Salva
| | New | Turkey Shoot 2015 | | | This past weekend was the 20th Annual Varsity “Turkey Shoot” which took place in the upper area of Camp Emerson. The Varsity Teams took part in a Geocaching course that took them throughout the upper camp. They had several different waypoints which they used to find the caches on their way to the event activities that morning. The morning events included Rock Toss, Kabor Toss, Hawk and Knife Throw. When they got back from the Geocaching activity they were excited about the event and were looking forward to next year’s Turkey Shoot. In the afternoon the Varsity Scouts competed in Black Powder and Archery. Prizes earned during the competition included patch knives made with deer antlers, medicine bags, chokers, and either a whistle or a mini flash light; everyone received a cool Turkey Shoot patch. See everyone next year at the Varsity Scout Turkey Shoot November 4/5, 2016. By Gavin Christen | | New | 2015 Popcorn Results | | | | Top Selling District (Face to Face Sales) | | Top Selling District (Online Sales) | | Tahquitz District | $ 191,347 | | Tahquitz District | $ 8,155 | | Top Selling Unit (Face to Face Sales) | | Top Selling Unit (Online Sales) | | Arrowhead Pack 247 | $ 32,816 | | Three Peaks Pack 374 | $ 2,299 | | Top 5 Selling Packs | | Top 5 Selling Troops | | Arrowhead Pack 247 | $ 32,816 | | Mt Rubidoux Troop 90 | $ 24,137 | | Sunrise Pack 377 | $ 32,301 | | Mt Rubidoux Troop 129 | $ 18,521 | | High Desert Pack 257 | $ 32,010 | | Mt Rubidoux Troop 2 | $ 18,192 | | High Desert Pack 67 | $ 29,658 | | Old Baldy Troop 720 | $ 14,491 | | Three Peaks Pack 374 | $ 28,945 | | Arrowhead Troop 247 | $ 11,287 | | Face to Face Sales | | Online Sales | | Council Total | $891,581 | | Council Total | $26,506 | | | New | Friends Of Scouting Report | | | | 11/09/2015 | 2015 Goal | 2015 Pledged (Year To Date) | %
of Goal | Cash Paid (Year to Date) | # of Donors | Donors Asked | % of Donors Asked | 11/03/2014 Pledged | | Tahquitz | $153,000 | $158,165 | 103.4% | $145,703 | 1,855 | 1,000 | 53.9% | $147,192 | | Mt. Rubidoux | $126,900 | $118,846 | 93.7% | $110,406 | 1,016 | 688 | 67.7% | $124,049 | | Arrowhead | $55,000 | $48,968 | 89.0% | $45,622 | 959 | 472 | 49.2% | $46,514 | | High Desert | $97,000 | $85,125 | 87.8% | $76,431 | 959 | 638 | 66.5% | $91,895 | | Sunrise | $52,500 | $44,503 | 84.8% | $40,953 | 550 | 285 | 51.8% | $44,867 | | Grayback | $116,000 | $96,771 | 83.4% | $91,254 | 703 | 500 | 71.1% | $102,412 | | 5 Nations | $19,000 | $15,422 | 81.2% | $13,882 | 183 | 121 | 66.1% | $18,595 | | 3 Peaks | $34,000 | $26,115 | 76.8% | $26,048 | 635 | 256 | 40.3% | $30,767 | | Old Baldy | $103,000 | $72,991 | 70.9% | $58,227 | 1,135 | 491 | 43.3% | $84,783 | | Temescal | $102,000 | $68,902 | 67.6% | $66,152 | 1,272 | 550 | 43.2% | $89,260 | | | $858,400 | $735,808 | 85.7% | 674,678 | 9,267 | 5,001 | 54.0% | $780,334 | | | 60’s Cartoon Corner | | | Thoughts from the Scout Executive: | | 
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------------------------------- “O God, help me to win, but in thy wisdom if thou willest me not to win, then O God, make me a good loser.” ~ Baden-Powell
Veteran’s Day Prayer
Dear Lord,
Today we honor our veterans,
worthy men and women
who gave their best
when they were called upon
to serve and protect their country.
We pray that you will bless them, Lord,
for their unselfish service
in the continual struggle
to preserve our freedoms, our safety,
and our country’s heritage, for all of us.
Bless them abundantly
for the hardships they faced,
for the sacrifices they made
for their many different contributions
to America’s victories
over tyranny and oppression.
We respect them, we thank them,
we honor them, we are proud of them,
and we pray that you will watch over
these special people
and bless them with peace and happiness. | |  Joe Daniszewski
Scout Executive/CEO
California Inland Empire Council
California Inland Empire Council, BSA
PO Box 8910
1230 Indiana Court
Redlands, CA 92374
909.793.2463, Ext. 120
877.732.1450 FREE
909.793.0306 Fax 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 | |
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