California Inland Empire Council Monday Memo |
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Welcome to our February 14th, 2011 Monday Memo |
Council Vice President of Membership/Relationships Mike Downs Reports Back From Japan
 | Hi guys, The contingent trip is going well. We finished the 3 day forum with the Japanese scouts on Monday, and have been seeing some of the cultural sites of the greater Tokyo area the last two days. We also met with the Japanese Cabinet Minister of Education, Culture, Sports and Technology. Yesterday we went to Kiyosoto and stayed at a lodge that does environmental education. They had 8" of snow the night before. We stopped by the Scout Association of Japan National HQ yesterday for lunch, on our way to meet host families for 2 day home stay. Will be home Sunday afternoon. See you all soon Mike |
Detsanvli Intertribal Pow Wow & Conference
The Detsanvli Intertribal Pow Wow and Conference was held on February 12 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Palm Springs. This is the first time that Cahuilla Lodge has hosted this type of event in 15 years. Over 50 Scouts from 3 different BSA Councils and guests attended the conference. Everyone there got to experience how to make hand drums, gourd rattles, feather fans, beading, learn various Pow Wow dances, and play a variant of stickball. The conference began with a lesson about the tradition of the Pow Wow circle and ended with a talking circle inside the dance arena.
Over 140 people attended a fantastic evening Pow Wow that was hosted by Deer Run Singers and students from Sherman Indian High School. White Rose Singers wowed the crowd with an outstanding performance during an exhibition. One of the highlights of the evening was a social dance called a Pow Wow 2 Step. Dancers and the audience pair up to form couples and essentially play follow the leader to a round dance step. The Pow Wow 2 step was hilarious and at times encompassed the whole room.
Special Thanks to the following groups and individuals for their help with the Pow Wow and for serving as head staff; Moreena Rocha Chavez from the MEPIC Annual Traditional Inter-tribal Pow Wow; Jocie Montez from Sherman Indian High School and White Rose Sponsor; James Black Mountain for serving as the Spiritual Adviser; Benton Watts for serving as the Pow Wow M.C.; Cody Reddick for serving as the head male youth dancer; Toshina John for serving as the head women youth dancer; Deer Run Singers for serving as the head northern drum; White Rose Singers from Sherman Indian High School; Sherman Boy’s Northern drum for being our guest northern drum; all of the supporting students and faculty from Sherman Indian High School; New Dawen Singers; Dinner cooks Vickey Hermes, Frank Hermes, Lonnie Reddick, Debbie Hadden, Tara Cambon; event photographers Guy Chabot and David Lesyna; Jim Ansell; Curties Stiede; Chris Affolter; Gary Jacobs; Teresa Flug; Bill Pearson; Ryan Munger; Patty Winn; Robert Routon; Mark Routon and St. Theresa Catholic School.
Special thanks to the following groups and individuals for their help with the Detsanvli conference: Chase Hadden for serving as the youth chairman for the conference; Moreena Rocha Chavez from the MEPIC Annual Traditional Inter-tribal Pow Wow; James Black Mountain for serving as the Spiritual Adviser; class instructors Cody Reddick, Dalton Reddick, Tara Cambon, Mark Triplet, Steve Cambon, Vickey Hermes, Jonathan Cambon, Nick Dutchover, John Garcia, Chris Affolter, Kyle Sitarski, Billy Warren, Adam Purvis; support staff Teresa Flug, Bill Pearson, Jim Ansell, Mark Maloney, Curtis Stiede, Robert Routon; Mark Routon and St. Theresa Catholic School.
Also, a HUGE thank you to everyone who attended the conference and Pow Wow. You all are the best part to an unforgettable day.
The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve Appoints New Chief Operating Officer & Launches Official Website
Moves Continue Progress in the Development of Newest Scouting Base; Web Site Reveals Bold Plans, Allows Young People to Help Define the Epicenter of Adventure
As part of a four-year, $400 million process to make The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve a reality, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced the appointment of entertainment destination veteran Mike Patrick as the Chief Operating Officer of The Summit and launched the Web site for the high-adventure base, www.summitbechtelreserve.org.
Located in the New River Gorge region of West Virginia, The Summit sits on 10,600 acres of forested mountains that will provide incredible facilities and intense outdoor programs. The Summit is scheduled to open in 2013 and will complement the three world-class BSA national high-adventure bases in New Mexico, Minnesota, and Florida. The site will permanently host the BSA’s iconic national Scout jamboree beginning in 2013 and the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
“Today’s appointment and launch of the Web site represent another important step in the process of making the dream of The Summit a reality,” said Jack Furst, CEO, The Summit. “Under the vision and leadership of Mike Patrick, along with exciting digital tools like the new Web site, The Summit will give us an opportunity to focus on our end-user – young people and their parents – and launch a new standard for high-adventure and Scouting.”
Mike Patrick brings more than 30 years of international executive experience in developing and managing a broad variety of successful commercial and non-profit projects and operations. In his new role he will provide leadership to all aspects of The Summit including operations, high-adventure programs, customer experience, the leadership and training center, the 2019 World Scout Jamboree and the National Scout Jamboree and its operations team, which is relocating to the West Virginia site.
Before joining Scouting, Patrick served in various capacities including Project Director, Senior Vice President, COO, Executive Project Director and General Manger of a variety of domestic and international entertainment and destination properties including Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa, Worlds of Discovery, The Orlando Science Center and Silver Dollar City.
Along with the appointment of Patrick, The Summit took another critical step in using the West Virginia property as a catalyst to reach Scouting’s 60 million living alumni and approximately 4 million members and to enhance their experience by launching its official Web site, www.summitbechtelreserve.org.
Designed by West Virginia-based WELD and built by Dell Services Business and Technology Consulting, two key functions of the site are the “Shape the Summit” survey and “Patrol Z” project, which will allow young people to provide input to help in the development of the property and engage in the larger discussion about the high-adventure base.
The “Shape the Summit” survey will give young people an opportunity to provide feedback an input into the development of The Summit. Also, beginning March 1, Scouts can apply for a chance to be a part of “Patrol Z,” a team of Scouts hand selected and equipped with digital tools to help tell the exciting story of The Summit. Members of “Patrol Z” will get to be a part of recording a new era of Scouting, all in preparation for the 2013 Jamboree.
“I am excited and humbled to be a part of this iconic organization,” said Mike Patrick, COO, The Summit. “The Summit gives Scouting an opportunity to launch its second century and to use to make a connection with America’s youth and provide them an opportunity to help determine Scouting’s next great adventure.”
Eagle Portraits
 | We want your portrait on our Eagle Scout Honor Wall. Your formal portrait will be on display at the CIEC service center at no charge. If you are interested in additional portraits, you may purchase portrait collections for a Court of Honor, home display, or family gifts. You will may receive your prints on-site or opt for retouched images or enlargements shipped to you. GradPortraits.com will host portrait sessions here, at your very own service center. For additional information and to reserve your portrait session visit their web site at Gradportraits.com Schedule Your Portrait Session On-Line At www.GradPortraits.com
Location: CIEC-BSA – 1230 Indiana Court, Redlands, CA 92375 (Eagles living closer to Orange County than Redlands are welcome to attend the OCC dates. (Hours may expand as necessary) |
Council Welcomes New Paraprofessionals
The California Inland Empire Council – Boy Scouts of America is pleased to welcome (2) new additions to the staff. Please extend a warm welcome to the newest members of our Scouting service team.
Arrowhead District - Dawn Lord
Dawn is an active Scouter – both at the unit level & district. She participates with her entire family, and we are pleased to have her join the team.
Sunrise District – Roy Fraijo
Roy has served as an Explorer Advisor. Roy is excited to join our staff, and he will do a great job furthering our mission, reaching more youth with a quality program.
Catholic Religious Emblem Presentation
On Saturday, February 5th, Cub Scouts from Pack 204, along with more than 150 other Scouts from across the California Inland Empire, received their Parvuli Dei Religious Emblem. Auxiliary Bishop Rutilio del Riego presented the awards at Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral in San Bernardino.
Council Meeting Schedule Changes
The meeting schedule for two council level meetings has recently been updated. The Council LDS Relationships meeting and the Council Coordinated meeting have switched nights. Both will continue to be held at the Jack Dembo Scout Center in Redlands. Be sure to update your calendars.
Council LDS Relationships Meeting (7:00 PM) Tuesday, March 29
Tuesday, June 28
Tuesday, September 27
Tuesday, November 29 | Council Coordinated Meetings (7:00 PM) Wednesday, March 30
Wednesday, June 29
Wednesday, September 28
Wednesday, November 30 |
National Outdoor Conference Survey
The National Outdoor Conference is a forum for professional and volunteer Scouters responsible for outdoor programming to learn about new programs and techniques that can help them expand their local council's outdoor programs. To ensure we include sessions that are relevant to local council programs, a short survey is available at http://bsa2.allegiancetech.com/cgi-bin/qwebcorporate.dll?idx=326NVG for you to complete. The survey will close February 18.
The conference will take place at Northern Tier High Adventure Base, September 7-11, 2011 - SAVE THE DATE! Registration information will be available in May.
Pack 210 Five Nations District "Scout Sunday" February 6th, 2011. Scouts from Pack 210 and Troop 210 celebrated Scout Sunday at the Calvary Chapel of Moreno Valley. The scouts served as greeters, ushers and handed out the day's bulletins. This gave them the chance to live their promise to do their "Duty to God". They felt truly blessed by being given this opportunity. |  |
Journey to Excellence – Show Me the Money!
Scouting’s Journey to Excellence is the BSA’ s new performance recognition program designed to encourage and reward success and measure the performance of your unit. A key indicator of a successful Scouting program is a well-funded program. This doesn’t mean that your unit has to raise lots and lots of money, but rather has an established plan on where money is spent and how it is earned.
The basic requirement for the Journey to Excellence program requires that your unit has a written budget that is continually reviewed at committee meetings and that follows BSA policies. Higher performing units solicit ideas from their Scouts and have the next program year’s budget in place by May 31st.
The Unit Money-Earning Permit Application is your tool to ensure that your money-earning project conforms to Scouting’s standards. It should be submitted to the council service center at least two weeks in advance of your project for any money-earning project excluding the council’s annual popcorn sale.
For more information about the Journey to Excellence program, visit http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Awards/JourneyToExcellence.aspx
Every Scout Deserves a Well-Trained Leader!
Trained Scouting leaders provide a quality, fun-filled program for Scouts. When leaders understand the whys and hows of Scouting, they are more effective in their roles. Trained leaders know how to use available resources to provide an exciting and worthwhile program for Scouts. Trained leaders also have the confidence to carry out their roles and responsibilities. As a result, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers receive a program designed to achieve Scouting's aims of citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness. Trained leaders also deliver a well-planned, exciting program that keeps Scouts happy and attracts new Scouts to your unit.
What Makes a Trained Leader
A Scout leader is considered fully trained and entitled to wear the Trained emblem when they have completed the following training courses, almost all of which are available online through MyScouting.
1. Youth Protection Training - Youth Protection training is required for all leaders and must be taken every two years. Venturing leaders must take Youth Protection Training for Venturing Leaders. Both courses are available online through MyScouting.
2. Fast Start Training - Fast Start training is the first step for all new leaders and should be taken immediately after they register and before they meet with any youth members. It is available online through MyScouting.
3. This is Scouting - This Is Scouting is an online training session that picks up where Fast Start leaves off with six modules of training: The Mission of Scouting, Programs for All ages, Scouting Is Fun, Scouting in the Community, Keeping Our Youth Safe, and Scouting’s Legacy. The training takes about an hour to complete and is available through MyScouting.
4. Position Specific Training - Leader position specific training is based on the leader’s position. These courses are taught by informed trainers who know how to engage groups and make learning fun. These courses are offered by the district or council as group training.
a. Cub Scout Leaders - Cub Scout Leader Specific training is also available online through MyScouting and offers the following modules:
- Tiger Cub den leaders
- Cubmasters and assistants
- Wolf and Bear den leaders and assistants
- Pack committee members
- Webelos den leaders and assistants
- Pack trainers
a. Boy Scout Leaders - Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training is for all Scoutmasters and their assistants. Boy Scout leaders also must complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training to be considered fully trained. Troop committee members position specific training is called Troop Committee Challenge and is available through MyScouting.
b. Varsity Scout Leaders - Varsity Scout Coach Leader Specific is for all Varsity Coaches and assistants Coaches. Varsity Coaches and assistant Coaches must also complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training to be considered fully trained. Team committee members position specific training is called Troop Committee Challenge and is available through MyScouting.
c. Venturing Crew Leaders - Venturing Crew leaders and assistants must complete Venturing Leader Specific Training.
Ontario Reign Host Popcorn Super Seller Event
On Friday, February 11th, our seven 2010 Trail's End Popcorn Supersellers attended the Ontario Reign vs the Elmira Jackals hockey game at Citizen's Business Bank Arena. Scouts Wyatt Mohr, Jarett Guillow, Sage Holloway, Matthew Riding, Matt Kosan, Michael Kosan, and Joshua Herrmann were presented to the crowd just before the National Anthem and then enjoyed a spirited game of hockey in some great seats.
The Reign pulled off a win with a shootout after tying the Jackals in regulation and surviving a sudden-death extra period. We would like to thank the Ontario Reign for hosting the Scouts and be sure to get your tickets for the next Scout Night on March 12th. Click Here for more info
California Inland Empire Council Installs District Chairmen!
The Council Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner saw the installation and swearing in ceremony of our District Chairmen and Executive Board members. The District Chairmen are the top volunteers of our local Scouting Districts. Working in cooperation with their District Commissioners, the highest ranking uniformed District Scouters, and their professional staff advisor, the District Executive, this triad is known as the District Key-3. They meet on a regular basis, helping to encourage unit advancement, program development and in general, looking out for the welfare and safety of our Scout members. A big congratulations & a tip of the Scout hat to the District Chairs serving the 2011 Scout year!
| 3 Peaks | Andrew Kotyuk | High Desert | Greg Lundeen | Sunrise | Scott Evans |
| 5 Nations | Robin Hastings | Mt. Rubidoux | John Kantola | Tahquitz | Wayne Chase |
| Arrowhead | Michael Bentley | Old Baldy | Greg Risser | Temescal | Gary DeFraene |
| Grayback | Dr. Michael Kuhn | | | | |
Menifee Scouts at Loma Medical Center Grand Opening
I wanted to thank all the scouts who participated in the flag ceremony for the grand opening ceremony of the new Loma Linda Medical Center in Murrieta.
The boys did a fantastic job. I was met with many positive remarks and compliments on the boys and their performance. This was probably one of the largest audiences our boys have ever performed for; they were expecting 600-800 and the press enterprise states they had more than double that many people.
The boys were also treated to a private tour of the hospital. Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Couture for making the pack and troop a part of this historic event. Click Here for the press enterprise story
Rob Natzic, Scoutmaster Troop 444
News & Notes
Commissioner's Science Congratulations to Lori Olson, who received her Doctorate of Commissioner's Science on February 3rd at the Tahquitz District Roundtable. Lori is the first PhD in our council in five years!
If you’re interested in learning more about being a commissioner, please contact your district commissioner. The next College of Commissioner's Science will be held on May 21st, the location to be announced. | Honors for Scoutmaster Boy Scout Troop 44 recently honored Scoutmaster Jim Gates, a leader with the troop since 1983. The Scoutmaster Honor Night at First Congregational Church was a surprise for Gates. Neal Macready served as master of ceremonies. Gates was 12 when he joined the Boy Scouts of America in 1949 in San Diego when he was 12. He became an Eagle Scout when he was 16, in 1953. Read More..... |
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
In Honor of JayBee Brennan
Promotion to Lieutenant of the Riverside Police Dept.
Mike & Donna Goldware In Memory of Carma Burkhart
Mike & Donna Goldware | In Memory of Burt Lazar
Joseph N. Daniszewski In Memory of Vern Safford
Joseph N. Daniszewski | In Memory of Joseph “Sam” Lowery, Jr.
Joseph N. Daniszewski In Memory of E. J. O’Brien
Mrs. Doris O’Brien |
Adult Leader Awards
| Name | Unit | District | Award | Name | Unit | District | Award |
| Matthew Barth | Pack 176 | Mt. Rubidoux | Cubmaster | William Bradley | Pack 201 | Temescal | Cub Scouter |
| Sarah Peters | Pack 97 | Mt. Rubidoux | Den Leader | Ascencion Marquez | Pack 201 | Temescal | Cub Scouter |
| Jim Kosan | Pack 62 | Mt. Rubidoux | Tiger Cub Den Leader | Kim Weber | Pack 201 | Temescal | Cub Scouter |
| Matthew Barth | Troop 2 | Mt. Rubidoux | Boy Scout Leader Training | Jennifer Lister | Troop 836 | Arrowhead | Boy Scout Leader Training |
| Matthew Barth | Pack 176 | Mt. Rubidoux | Cub Scouter | Michael Ford | Pack 18 | High Desert | Cub Scouter |
| Jeff McEntire | Troop 309 | Temescal | Scoutmaster's Key | Steven Solum | Pack 756 | High Desert | Cubmaster |
| Timothy Everman | Pack 204 | Temescal | Cub Scouter | Louise Solum | Pack 756 | High Desert | Cub Scouter |
| Timothy Everman | Pack 204 | Temescal | Webelos Den Leader | Jessica Hankins | Council | High Desert | District Committee Key |
| Darren Nugent | Pack 421 | Temescal | Webelos Den Leader | Owen Spencer | Council | High Desert | District Committee Key |
| Nikie Grialva | Pack 201 | Temescal | Tiger Den Leader | Tom Cherry | Pack 257 | High Desert | Cub Scouter |
| Mary Segura | Pack 201 | Temescal | Tiger Den Leader | Teresa Flug | Council | Sunrise | District Committee Key |
| Mark Bennett | Pack 899 | Temescal | Cub Scouter | Stephanie Young | Pack 22 | Grayback | Den Leader Award |
| Paul Reiter | Pack 899 | Temescal | Cub Scouter | Suzanne Lentchner | Pack 309 | Old Baldy | Cubmaster |
| Don Bloch | Council | Temescal | Commissioner Key | Floyd Moose | Pack 306 | Old Baldy | Webelos Den Leader |
| Don Bloch | Council | Temescal | Arrowhead Honor | Dale LaPre | Council | Old Baldy | Commissioner Key |
| Colby Packer | Council | Temescal | Commissioner Key | Troy Maynor | Troop 614 | Old Baldy | Scoutmaster Key |
| Colby Packer | Council | Temescal | Arrowhead Honor | Bob Spence | Council | Old Baldy | Commissioner Key |
| John Eddings | Council | Temescal | Arrowhead Honor | Barbara Shoemaker | | Five Nations | William D. Boyce |
| Richard Campbell | Council | Temescal | Commissioner Key | Don Miller | | Grayback | William D. Boyce |
| Richard Campbell | Council | Temescal | Arrowhead Honor | Patricia Chabot | | Sunrise | William D. Boyce |
| George Anasis | Pack 201 | Temescal | Cub Scouter | | | | |
Camping Report
Space is filling up quick! Stake your claim for adventure today!
| Camp Emerson | Units | Youth | Adult | | WK#1 | 8 | 69 | 17 | | WK#2 | 2 | 43 | 6 | | WK#3 | 12 | 136 | 37 | | WK#4 | 16 | 180 | 44 | | WK#5 | 8 | 78 | 15 | | WK#6 | 5 | 65 | 13 | | Subtotal | 51 | 571 | 132 | | | | | | Transition Camp | 4 | 20 | 6 | | | | | | Camp Wisumahi | 12 | 39 | 24 |
| | Camp Wiley | Units | Youth | Adult | | Session #1 | 4 | 36 | 25 | | Session #2 | 4 | 80 | 48 | | Session #3 FULL | 7 | 130 | 124 | | Session #4 FULL | 8 | 130 | 106 | | Session #5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Session #6 | 2 | 15 | 14 | | Session #7 | 1 | 15 | 15 | | Subtotal | 26 | 406 | 332 | | | | | | | | | | Grand Total | 93 | 1036 | 494 |
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Friends of Scouting Report
| 2/14/2011 | District Chairs | 2011 Goal | 2011 Pledged
(Year To Date) | 2011 Actual
(Cash To Date) | % of Goal | 2010 Actual |
| Old Baldy | Greg Risser | $131,250 | $30,792 | $7,583 | 23.46% | $116,838 |
| Temescal | Gary DeFraene | $109,600 | $14,283 | $6,503 | 13.03% | $94,050 |
| High Desert | Greg Lundeen | $100,250 | $12,288 | $1,686 | 12.26% | $92,515 |
| Mt. Rubidoux | John Kantola | $120,000 | $14,305 | $5,512 | 11.92% | $131,995 |
| Tahquitz | Wayne Chase | $140,500 | $16,043 | $4,928 | 11.42% | $132,365 |
| Arrowhead | Michael Bentley | $63,000 | $7,067 | $1,257 | 11.22% | $59,608 |
| Grayback | Dr. Michael Kuhn | $106,000 | $9,551 | $4,623 | 9.01% | $104,395 |
| Sunrise | Scott Evans | $59,500 | $3,232 | $1,768 | 5.43% | $50,678 |
| 3 Peaks | Andrew Kotyuk | $70,500 | $1,200 | $57 | 1.70% | $67,974 |
| 5 Nations | Robin Hastings | $45,500 | $628 | $628 | 1.38% | $37,835 |
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$946,100 |
$109,389 |
$34,545 |
11.56% |
$888,253 |
Positive Quotes
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Be Prepared... the meaning of the motto is that a scout must prepare himself by previous thinking out and practicing how to act on any accident or emergency so that he is never taken by surprise.
Robert Baden-Powell
Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire, called conscience.
George Washington
Have a great Scouting week!
Yours in the Spirit of Scouting,
 | Joe Daniszewski
Scout Executive/CEO
California Inland Empire Council, BSA
1230 Indiana Court
Redlands, CA 92374
909.793.2463, Ext. 120
877.732.1450
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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