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  Sign Up for Monday Memo

Results of BSA Membership Standards Briefings

Additional Communications
63 Submitted
11 direct mail, 10 Friends of Scouting pledge cards, 17 emails, 25 phone calls
55 Against change in policy - 11 direct mail, 16 email, 3 Friends of Scouting pledge cards, 25 phone calls
8 For change in policy - 1 email, 7 Friends of Scouting pledge cards

 

Troop 304's Camporee Experience

Attached are a few photos of Troop 304 from the Tahquitz Camporee held this past weekend. The Tahquitz District did a fabulous job staffing this event, as you can see from the fun photos of our boys (both the young and older Scouts). We can’t wait for next year to do it again!  ~ Teresa Locke, Committee Member

2013 Black Canyon Trek

On March 23-27 5 youth and 3 adults from Venturing Crew 377 attended the 2013 Black Canyon Trek. This year we launched our canoes and kayaks at the base of Hoover Dam and paddled over 50 miles to Cottonwood Cove, NV. When were being shuttled down for the 8AM launch from Hoover we knew automatically that this was going to be a spectacular trip. The first view you see when entering Black Canyon from the access for the dam is the new Bypass bridge above you and the Colorado River hundreds of feet below you. Our collective jaws were already agape when Hoover Dam finally came into view. The sheer massive size of the dam, river, bypass bridge, and the river was, in a simple understatement, overwhelming.

As soon as we were on the water it the experience just grew better and better. After paddling a short distance we were entering one of the famed rain caves that is a result of the geothermal activity in this portion of the canyon. A few miles down from Hoover we beached our boats to go for a short hike to the natural hot springs in Boy Scout Canyon. The further back we hiked into the canyon the wilder the terrain became. We had hike through the stream bed and climb up waterfalls with water that was close to 100 degrees just to reach the back of the canyon.

After spending our first night in Whiterock Canyon we paddled 6 miles to Willowbeach, Along the way we got to paddle our boats into the famous emerald cave and explore the old gauging station at the narrowest part of Black Canyon. We picked up the balance of our food at Willowbeach and then paddled to our next camping spot at Mule Wash. The weather was so excellent and the everyone so excited from the scenery that we elected to paddle further down the river. By the time we got of the water on day 2 we paddled 16 miles when the original plan was to paddle 10 miles. We landed in copper basin cove and spent the evening telling stories of past campouts and the highlights from our previous 2 days of adventure.

On day 3 we again had great weather. We decided to paddle to a cove south of Nelsons Landing for lunch and to go swimming. We left the area late in the afternoon so that we could paddle into the top of Lake Mohave at night. The air was crisp and the glow from the moonlight through the clouds gave the impression that we could have been in another world. We ended up paddling another 15 miles that day which almost put us a full day ahead of schedule.

On day 4 we woke up to the news that there would be 35mph wins throughout the day. We paddled our boats about 1/2 a mile until we decided to wait out the wind storm on a strip of beach southwest of owls point. We on this narrow strip of beach for over 5 hours until the winds finally settled down during sunset. We hadn't planned on paddling at night a second time, but we did out of necessity so that we could get to the Nevada side of Lake Mohave and closer to our take out at Cottonwood Cove.

There's an old saying that EVERYTHING happens for a reason. We weren't able to paddle during the day because of the wind. The wind settled down around sunset which necessitated another night paddle. After a couple of hours on the water we were treated to what may have been the absolute highlight of this year's trek. The clear skies, clouds nestled over the mountains to the east of us, and the calm waters combined to give us the most majestic moonrise of a full moon that we may see in our lifetime. Yes, it was breathtaking.

We spent the final night on a 40 foot wide spit of land only 1.5 miles from Cottonwood Cove. We awoke at sunrise and immediately began packing our boats for the final leg of our trek. After only 20 minutes on the water we landed at the boat launch at Cottonwood Cove and began unloading. The close of our trek seemed almost too subtle considering everything we had seen the previous 4 days. As it turned out this was the perfect end as it gave us all the time to reflect on a trip that was majestic in its beauty, physically challenging in the distance we traveled in just a few days, and spiritual in its nuances. Everything happens for a reason.

Special thanks to Paula Boothe for again serving as our outfitter and guide for the 2013 Black Canyon Trek.

Calif. Bill Aimed at Scouts' Gay Ban Passes Hurdle

By LISA LEFF Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO April 10, 2013 (AP)

A bill aimed at pressuring the Boy Scouts of America to lift its ban on gay members by making the organization ineligible for nonprofit tax breaks cleared its first vote on Wednesday in the California Legislature.

The Senate Governance and Finance Committee voted 5 to 2 to move the first-of-its-kind bill to the Senate Appropriations Committee for review.

The Youth Equality Act, sponsored by Sen. Ricardo Lara, D-Long Beach, would deny tax-exempt status to youth groups that discriminate on the basis of gender identity, race, sexual orientation, nationality, religion or religious affiliation.

That means those groups would have to pay corporate taxes on donations, membership dues, camp fees and other sources of income, as well as sales taxes on food, beverages and homemade items sold at fundraisers.

Former Boy Scouts of America president Rick Cronk appeared before the committee on Wednesday, telling members that Scouting has had a positive impact on the state and that being taxed on fundraising sales would hurt local troops.

The proposal was written with the Boy Scouts and its exclusion of gay members and troop leaders in mind, but its language also would require other youth groups to revisit membership policies for transgender and atheist members.

If the Appropriations Committee passes the bill, it would require two-thirds approval from the full Senate before it could be sent to the California Assembly for consideration.

Boy Scouts of America spokesman Deron Smith declined to comment on Wednesday's vote. Conservative legal aid groups have said they would sue if the bill gets enacted into law because it penalizes groups based on their beliefs.

The BSA is reviewing its membership policies. Later this month, Scouting's executive officers will present a resolution regarding the policy to be considered in May by the voting members of the National Council.
 
 

National Youth Leadership Training NYLT

National Youth Leadership Training is an exciting, action-packed program designed for councils to provide youth members with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home troops and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others. For many years, junior leader training (JLT) was an important part of the leadership training continuum of BSA local councils throughout America. In 2003 and 2004, a task force of leadership experts and hundreds of Scouts in pilot courses across the nation reviewed and tested every aspect of the new NYLT syllabus, which incorporates the latest leadership ideas and presents fresh, vital and meaningful training for today's Scouts. The NYLT course centers around the concepts of what a leader must BE, what he must KNOW, and what he must DO. The key elements are then taught with a clear focus on HOW TO. The skills come alive during the week as the patrol goes on a Quest for the Meaning of Leadership. The young person must be 13 years of age or completed the 7th grade, be first class Scout or a Venturer, have their unit recommendation, complete Introduction to leadership Skills or Crews.

These course are filling up fast. The California Inland Empire Council is ready to hold two NYLT course this summer.

Course 1 is June 10-15, 2013, It is a Co-Ed course , Venturer's males and females will be able to particpate in this course. For information contact Monica Zollinger at 909 798-9519 or at Curlyhorns@yahoo.com  Register Online

Course 2 is June 17-22, 2013. This course is just for young men. For information contact Bill Peck 951-245-7625 or at bpeck.troop13@dslextreme.com  Register Online

Georgian National Jamboree

There will be a BSA contingent going to Georgian National Jamboree, Aug 6-16 2013, in the Republic of Georgia.

Cost: $1200/person (includes travel (round trip for US-Georgia), camp fee, home hospitality, lodging, food, and contingent items)
Gathering date: Aug. 2, 2013 Click Here for promotion flyer.

If you are a Scout, Venturer, or Scouter and you are interested at all ... especially if you have any interest in being part of the BSA contingent to the 2015 World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) in Japan or the 2019 WSJ in the United States, please advise CIEC IR/CIEC ISC Chair Mike Goldware at magoldware@aol.com or CIEC SE Joe Daniszewski at joseph.daniszewski@scouting.org ASAP. Nomination deadline from the CIEC to the International Events Division of the BSA is May 10, 2013.
Don't miss out

 

YOUR SUMMER OF FUN IS ALMOST HERE!

For Cub Scouts of ALL ages:

** Cub Scout Day Camp.
There are 11 Cub Scout Day Camps to choose from this summer, ranging from one day to five days. The theme this year is “All American Heroes.” Sign up early to ensure a spot and to save $10.

** Camp Wiley – Cub Scout Resident Camp.
Two sessions of Camp Wiley are already full! Don’t miss out on this four-day excursion to Boseker Scout Reservation where Cub Scouts of all ages… Yes all ages… TIGER CUBS TOO! will be able to shoot BB guns, archery, crafts, swimming, hiking, and much more! New campsites are being built to accommodate Scouts will all levels of experience.

Session #1 is Family Camp, open to all members of the family. There will be activities of for all ages.

Session #5 is Webelos Session. Both first and second year Webelos can attend, activities will be based around Webelos Activities.

For All Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts and Ventures:

** Camp Emerson – Boy Scout Camp.
There is still room to sign your Troop up for a fun filled week at Camp Emerson. Earn merit badges, go for a hike or spend time with your fellow Scouts.

Chef Neil returns this year to provide great meals, new program features include the STEM Station, where Scouts can work on Computer, Photography, Electricity, Radio merit badges and much more!

** Summer Camp Staff – Counselors in Training
Camp Emerson is still looking for a few additional Scouts to serve as Counselors in Training (CIT). As a CIT Scouts will assist in program areas to help provide a high quality program to all campers.

** National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
Boseker Scout Reservation will host two session of NYLT this June. This course will help develop leadership skills in young men and women working in Troops and Crews. Both sessions are filling quickly, so sign up today!

** FoxFire
Foxfire is advanced leadership training for those who have already attended NYLT. There are only a few spots left.

** Brownsea Scouts!
Can’t attend summer camp with your Troop? Want a second week of camp? You can attend without your unit. Sign up to be a Brownsea Scout during one of the four Camp Emerson sessions and get ready for a great time.

** Second Week Discount! Save $100!
Is one week of Camp Emerson not enough? Sign up for a second (or third, or fourth week) and save $100.

** Camp Emerson Leaders Guide
For those attending Camp Emerson, or to find out about all the great things taking place this summer please check out our Summer Camp Leaders Guide at

8 GREAT REASONS TO ATTEND A PROGRAM AT BOSEKER SCOUT RESERVATION:

8) Cool mountain air. Temperatures on average 20’ cooler than below.
7) Fun for the whole family! Family Camp May 24-27, 2013
6) Spend a week in the great outdoors, instead of in front of electronic devices.
5) Make new friends.
4) Work on rank advancements and merit badges.
3) New campsites – to accommodate campers of all experience levels.
2) Chef Neil returns.
1) Make memories to last a lifetime!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE GREAT UPCOMING ACTIVITIES:

*** TIGER CUB SAFARI – September 6-7, 2013
*** STAMPEDE – September 27-29, 2013
More information will be available shortly.

2013 Tiger Tail Recruitment Overview

To ensure that every current K & 1st Grade boy is extended an invitation to join; To enroll prospective Tiger Cubs into existing packs; To enlist parent participation as unit leaders and committee members; and To provide new Tiger Cubs the opportunity to participate in Summer Fun! The Scouting program is committed to extending the Scouting program to all youth in our community through coordinated recruitment efforts and well-laid plans. This spring, those plans will include a recruitment event targeted at K &1st Graders for all packs in your District. The California Inland Empire Council will provide promotion and resources to packs to help them execute their recruitment efforts in the spring. We will provide posters, flyers and other production pieces to all schools (where permitted) to promote Cub Scouting to K & 1st Grade boys and their families.

The California Inland Empire Council will arrange for classroom, lunchroom and/or playground visits in schools (where permitted) to promote Scouting to K &1st Grade boys.

A great way to jump-start your Tiger Tail Recruitment is to ask all current Cub Scouts and their families to invite their friends and neighbors with K & 1st Grade boys to join Cub Scouts!

Make sure your current members know it is OK to ask anybody to join your dens and Pack at any time throughout the year. While we are focusing on K & 1st Grade boys, any new Cubs Scouts of any grade are welcome to join during our Tiger Tail Campaign!

Nayle Scholarships Available

The Philmont Training Center will be issuing a limited number of scholarships for the 2013 NAYLE program at Philmont. The scholarships are available through the Waite Phillips Foundation. Each of the four regions has been granted ten $200.00 scholarships. To apply, a Scout must register to attend and pay a $50 deposit. For additional information and
a scholarship application, contact Andrea Watson at 575-376-2281 or trainingcenter@philmontscoutranch.org

Great Resources for Cub Scout Leaders

Training Recertification

Keeping Scouts safe and keeping Scouting leaders up to date with current information and methods means some of the BSA's training courses need to be retaken every couple of years.
We all know about Youth Protection training and National Camping School, but there are some others—including some that have recently been added to the list.
Below is a list of these courses and how often they should be retaken to be valid:

New MyScouting Tools Launched

The BSA is excited to introduce new features that are now available in MyScouting Tools. They include:

Key 3 Organization Administrators

• A new Organization Profile tool for displaying and managing information. It displays unit information that identifies chartered organizations and their representatives, and allows entry of unit social media contacts (Facebook and Twitter).
• Roster Manager functionality is incorporated into Organization Profile for this release and allows roster views by adult, youth or unit, and filter by position.

Initially, Key 3 were able to print membership card(s) for members in paid position(s). Now, unit and district members are also able to print membership card(s) for paid and other positions within their organizations, with the following exceptions:

• Executive Officer
• Administrative roles
• Non-registered “functional” roles

These features for the council and national levels will be extended in a future release.

Please encourage your volunteers and leaders to become familiar with these new added features in MyScouting Tools. To access MyScouting Tools, log into www.myscouting.org and click on the link embedded on the Flash page. To view support material on the new features, please click the links below:

• MyScouting Tools Presentation
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

We will be introducing new features every 3–6 weeks, so continue to stay tuned!

2013 CIEC ON-TARGET KICKOFF WORKSHOP

Just a note to inform you all of our first ever On-Target Kickoff Workshop being held on June 1, 2013  at 181 Blaine St, Riverside, from 8 to 12pm. (See attachment for all details). Please get this out to all your units as this year marks the 100th year involvement of the LDS Church with the BSA. We will be able to flash from mountain top to mountain top to some of our Southern Calif. Temples.

Our presenters will be Richard Fowell and Bob Church. They will give a great presentation on the history of heliography and the use of mirrors for signaling. They will also show us a new great way to make mirrors.

Once again, please get this out, as we want this to be a big year for our On-Target events. Thanks so much,

Ed Walker, CIEC Varsity Chair

  

A Message From The Assistant Chief Scout Executive - Council Operations

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas R. Harrington to the position of regional director, Western Region, effective Aug. 1, 2013.

Tom is currently serving as the Scout executive of the Cradle of Liberty Council in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Cradle of Liberty Council has benefited from his passion and understanding of serving communities that were traditionally underserved, as well as increasing and enhancing the diversity of the council’s executive board and staff. Tom’s innovative strategies invigorated Scouting, leading to a reversal of a 20-year decline in traditional membership and achieving a balanced operating budget for the first time in years. The council has successfully increased its Journey to Excellence rating from silver in 2010 to gold council status for 2011 and 2012.

Tom’s successful career started at the Chicago Area Council in Chicago, Illinois, serving as district executive. Within the Chicago Area Council, he was promoted to director of in-school programs, assistant director of field service, and on to development/endowment director. Having successfully served the Chicago area, Tom was promoted to assistant Scout executive in Akron, Ohio, where he attained balanced membership growth and the Quality Council Award for four consecutive years before moving on to become the Scout executive of the Jayhawk Area Council in Topeka, Kansas. As Scout executive in the Jayhawk Area Council, Tom almost doubled the council’s operating income, balanced the budget annually, and reinvigorated the council’s urban/rural service programs throughout northeast Kansas. Tom’s success continued to support promotion opportunities as he moved on to serve as Scout executive of the Minsi Trails Council in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, where he once again accomplished an increase in the council’s total revenue, enhanced the board leadership, and executed the first capital campaign in over 20 years that funded camp improvements. With much passion for serving diverse communities, he reorganized his outreach programs for underserved youth to deliver traditional Scouting programs that would provide youth the experiences and opportunities to grow and achieve. This passion and success supported his next promotion to Scout executive of the Cradle of Liberty Council.

Tom, an Eagle Scout and Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow, received his bachelor’s degree in political science and is a cum laude graduate of Miami University of Ohio. He and his wife, Kathy, have two children: Sarah, a sophomore at Ohio State University, and David, who is an Eagle Scout and a senior at Penn State University.

Please join me in welcoming Tom Harrington to the national office as regional director, Western Region.

Gary Butler, Assistant Chief Scout Executive - Council Operations

 

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

Camp Wiley Registration

Camp Emerson Registration

Friends Of Scouting Report

Positive Quote & Prayer
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"Boy Scouts stand for a set of principles. These principles have a lot of staying power. The values you learn as a Scout are like a compass. They can help you find your way through difficult and sometimes unchartered terrain. The principles of Scouting give you a sense of what's important. I feel I owe the Boy Scouts a great deal, both personally and professionally."

    ~  Bill Bradley, U.S. Senator 

Prayer for Protection

The Light of God surrounds me;
The Love of God enfolds me;
The Power of God protects me;
The Presence of God watches over me;
Wherever I am, God is,
And all is well.