February 20th, 2017

Featured Stories

Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner

BSA Safety Moment-Incident Reporting Helps

College Scholarship for Eagle Scouts 

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Yes, There Are Well Grounded, Wholesome Kids That Give Us Hope For The Future

THERE'S SOMETHING SACRED ABOUT THE AMERICAN FLAG

There's something sacred about the American Flag, and it is treated extra special. Our front cover this month features America's great hope-our future-kids like Jacob Fergot. Jacob completed his Eagle Scout project last August, retrofitting a UPS box into a depository for flags that have reached their time and are ready to be retired. U.S. flags are not to be thrown in the trash. They are retired in a special ceremony, and then burned in a reverent manner. The ashes are then buried. Jacob's box for worn American flags are located at the Archibald branch of the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library. The response has been phenonemal, with over 1,600 flags being deposited into the box! But the work involved has become a challenge. The Grapevine Press is looking for organizations like VFW groups, police, fire and other organizations to help with retiring flags. Please call (909)994-3881 if you can help. The project has been successful! Perhaps a little too successful. And that's a good thing. Let's perform a superb community service by helping retire Old Glory, who herself has served us even more superbly! A special thanks to United Parcel Service of Ontario, Concept Powder Coating Inc., The Sign Shop, and Jacob Fergot, Troop 619 of Alta Loma. 

~The Grapevine Press

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College Scholarship for Eagle Scouts 

Paul Smith's College is excited to announce a new scholarship opportunity for scouts who have earned the Eagel Scout rank. Students who are accepted to Paul Smith's College will receive a $1,000 scholarship for their accomplishments in the Scouting program. This scholarship will renew each year the student is enrolled at Paul Smith's and will be offered in addition to other scholarships or grants offered by Paul Smith's College. Paul Smith's offers an education that is well suited for those who thrived in the scouting program. Our setting in the Adirondack Mountains of New York State is perfect for students who have a passion for the environment and an interest in expanding their knowledge about the world around them. The college's location is unique, but what really sets Paul Smith's apart from other colleges in its approach to education. Students at Paul Smith's do not learn just by watching and listening, they learn by doing-much like scouts progress through the scouting program.

As an Eagle Scout myself, I understand the character of each scout who reaches the highest rank in Scouting. Paul Smith's College prides itself on the community that exists on campus and among the growing alumni network, something that can be attributed in part to the number of scouts and scouters that exist in the college community. If you have any questions or would like more information regarding Paul Smith's College, please contact me at kbraun@paulsmiths.edu or (518) 327-6072. We hope this scholarship will make a Paul Smith's College education accessible for many Eagle Scouts from the California Inland Empire Council.

~Yours in Scouting, Keith A. Braun. 

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3rd Annual Touch a Truck

3RD Annual TOUCH-A-TRUCK JUNE 10, 2017 UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS FOOTBALL STADIUM EVENT: 9:00 AM TO 2:00 PM. TRUCKS NEED TO ARRIVE BETWEEN 6:00 AM AND 8:15 AM.

“Touch-A-Truck” is an affordable, family-friendly community event executed by Rotary Club of Redlands and other partners with tremendous support from numerous private companies, non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies.  Dozens of vehicles – emergency vehicles, transport vehicles, tow trucks, public health and safety trucks, busses -- are positioned in the parking lot of the University of Redlands’ Ted Runner Stadium, and the attendees can climb into the cabs, honk the horns, examine the equipment, flash the lights, and talk to the men and women who work in and with the vehicles about how they use their unique vehicles to do their jobs.  The kids (and some of the adults) find it thrilling to examine “up close and personal” the vehicles they may see around them all the time, and maybe, some they might never have seen before.

Adjacent to the truck lot is a free “Kids’ Zone” crafts, games, and education area which adds to the fun and enjoyment for the little ones.  There are booths set up by various businesses, organizations, governmental agencies, and clubs who will disseminate free books, public health and safety material, talk about their company or non-profit, interact with the families, and, in many cases, show what they do to help the attendees live better and happier lives.  Refreshments are available for purchase from (what else?) food trucks!

The 2017 event will run one day from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM with the first-hour-and-a-half set aside as a “No Noise Ninety Minutes” so that very young children and other persons who might react badly to sudden, loud noises may participate undisturbed.  There will be no alcohol advertised, sold, or otherwise permitted, and smoking is not allowed at the venue.

In this, our third year, we hope to sell or issue 50% more tickets over the 2016 number of 4,000.  Rotary Club of Redlands, non-profit partners, and other benefactors distributed approximately 1,000 complimentary tickets to local schools and other organizations that serve children and families.  Families with active duty military members received six free tickets.  No one was turned away because they couldn’t afford a ticket.

For the attendees, the benefit of our TATE is that it is good, clean fun for the family at a very affordable price, a chance for kids to meet with a variety of people from all walks of life working in many different vocations, and an opportunity to see and learn new and exciting things.  For the vehicle exhibitors, it is a chance to show everyone what they do, and “de-mystify” their activities and vocation for kids and the public at-large.  For the sponsors, it is a chance to market their goods and services to entire families, from babies to grandparents, in a fun and positive environment.  Non-profits have a chance to fulfill their own charitable and educational initiatives in a new and different way.

For Rotary Club of Redlands and our non-profit “Touch-A-Truck” partners, this event helps us fulfill our mission to support local families and have a lot of fun while we do it!  Furthermore, any funds remaining after expenses will be used to support the local and international public service and charitable activities of Rotary Club of Redlands, the Redlands Rotary Foundation, and the comparable entities affiliated with our non-profit partners.

There is no fee charged to those who bring a vehicle or vehicles to the event.  In the great majority of instances, non-profits may participate without charge as well, and may also sell tickets as a fundraiser or apply to share any net proceeds which may be derived from this event.  Sponsorships are available at many levels and are affordable for any business large or small.  Those organizations who want to reach the primary demographic, families with children, are encouraged strongly to support this event.

For questions or to get more details about any aspect of this 3^rd Annual Touch-A-Truck, or Rotary Club of Redlands and its local and international community service projects, visit us on the web at www.redlandsrotary.org or email trucks@redlandsrotary.org.

We’ll see you on June 10^th!

The Touch-A-Truck Committee

Jeff L. Frazier
Rotary Club of Redlands
Touch-a-Truck Committee
Cell: (909) 714-1526
Email: trucks@redlandsrotary.org
Web Link: http://redlandsrotary.org/

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Tough Mudder Event @ Glen Helen Raceway

We are having an event at the Glen Helen Raceway, the weekend of March 25- 26, 2017. It is a great mud run/obstacle event. This is an awesome event and we are looking for EMT’s, lifeguards and first responders to be a part of our medical team to provide for the safety of our participants.  We work with several EMS programs through the country, we can sign off on clinical work hours for students, EMTs lifeguards and first responders can either volunteer for a free run (good for any Tough Mudder event in 2017) or they can choose to receive a stipend of $125 for working an event day. For those that are interested in covering the night shift we are offering $150.

Shift needs

Saturday morning shift EMT (10), CFR (8),

Saturday overnight shift EMT (19), CFR (12) life guards (20)

Sunday morning shift EMT (10), CFR(8), lifeguards (20)

Available shifts

Saturday, March 25^th (DAY): 6AM to 6PM

Saturday, March 25^th (NIGHT): 10PM to 8AM

Sunday, March 26^th (DAY): 8AM to 6PM

Feel free to contact me to contact Daniela Silva for sign-ups!

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BSA Safety Moment-Incident Reporting Helps

SUMMARY: The 4-1-1 on Incident Reporting Policies
Timely and complete incident reporting provides the BSA with an opportunity for analysis of incidents that occur
and promotes continuous improvement of our programs. In our experience, the sooner a clear, concise, and
complete incident report is made, the sooner that an appropriate response to the incident can occur.

GENERAL INFORMATION
What is an incident? Loosely defined, an incident is any unplanned event that results in harm to an individual, property, or
the environment.

Why report an incident? The information reported from incidents helps identify areas for improvement so we can help
prevent the reoccurrence of similar incidents. The BSA can’t address a concern if we don’t know about it. Reporting
incidents promptly is also critical so the BSA can respond in a timely manner and manage claims properly.

When do I report an incident? Basically, if an injury or illness cannot be treated by Scout-rendered first aid, but it is treated
by a medical professional such as a doctor, nurse, or EMT, it should be reported.

Reporting tips: It is important that incident reports are filled out as completely as possible. This will help bring clarity to the
situation and avoid unnecessary calls or emails for additional information. Photographs of the site, facilities, vehicles, or
equipment can add value to the report. Remember to include only pertinent facts about the incident. Do not assign blame
or include personal opinions. Stick to the facts.

RESOURCES
• Incident Descriptions and Reporting Instructions—www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-033.pdf
• Incident Information Report—www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/680-016_fillable.pdf
• Incident reporting tutorial video—www.scouting.org/HealthandSafety/incident_report
• BSA’s Scouting Safely—www.scouting.org/HealthandSafety

Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner

Thanks to everyone who was a part of this amazing experience and congratulations to all who received an award!

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Thoughts from the Scout Executive:

Positive Prayer and Quote
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A Prayer for Guidance

O eternal and everlasting God, I presume to present myself this morning before thy Divine majesty, beseeching thee to accept of my humble and hearty thanks, that it hath pleased thy great goodness to keep and preserve me the night past from all the dangers poor mortals are subject to, and has given me sweet and pleasant sleep, whereby I find my body refreshed and comforted for performing the duties of this day, in which I beseech thee to defend me from all perils of body and soul....

~George Washington

"A Scout is never taken by surprise; he knows exactly what to do when anything unexpected happens."

~Robert Baden-Powell

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