Welcome to our June 4th, 2012 Monday Memo

Scouts Work on a Conservation Project

On April 27th Pack 369 Cub scouts went on a go see it to a local landfill where they got to see what happens with the trash hauled from their homes. After seeing the landfill the boys went to an area of the property designated for conservation and were able to work on creating homes for the burrowing owl. The owls’ numbers have been in decline and the landfills biologist asked for our help to create new nesting opportunities for this regal bird. The boys buried 2 wooden boxes, located about 20 yards apart, connected approx. 10ft of flexible rubber hoses to the box as an access point and proceeded to bury the boxes under 2-3 feet of soil. All in the entire project took several hours and the boys were rewarded with pizza and Gatorade for all there labor. The biologist stated that the birds are able to locate the holes even though no one can explain how they do it, they just do. If all goes well the boxes will be populated with a breeding pair in short time. 

Save the Date for the Helendade Service to Camp Day!

Plan now to come up to Camp Helendade on Saturday, June 9th for a Service to Camp Day. Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, leaders and parents are invited to attend.

We can use your help to provide some needed service to camp. The primary work for the day are the annual fire mitigation projects which include weed abatement and raking up pine needles around each of the buildings. We'll even provide you lunch!

After signing up, we'll contact you with any special equipment you may need to bring beyond work gloves.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate any overnight camping. The water system will not be in operation so we'll ask that you bring drinking water with you.

If you have any questions, please email Program Director Kevin Gustafson    REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE!

NEW Trained Leaders On May 11, & 12, 2010, Leader Specific and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training was conducted by Kenneth Bennion at the L.D.S. Church Building in Bloomington, CA. Congratulations to our newly trained leaders. Pictured (from L-R) are those who completed this training: Dr. Vatsal Mody, Jeff Zamora, Kenneth Bennion (Trainer), Erick Reyes, Floyd Huyler, Dr. Mike Ferreri, Chris Andrews and Jessie Andrews. Also assisting in this training but not pictured were Eric Eatherly, Luwana Bennion, Terry Bryan, and Kyle Gornering.

Cahuilla is Awarded the National Service Award

At a National BSA Meeting, our Scout Executive, Mr. Joe Daniszewski, was informed last Friday that CIEC’s Cahuilla Lodge was one of two selected O.A. Lodges in the Western Region to receive The National Service Award.  The National Service Award was established in 1999 to recognize lodges in each region that have performed outstanding service, both in a qualitative and a quantitative sense, to their council. The National Service Award Petition is submitted along with the lodge recharter application. To be considered for the National Service Award, a lodge must be certified as a National Quality Lodge the year in which the National Service Award Petition is submitted. Two lodges per region will be granted the National Service Award each year.

Our hats go off to the 2011 Lodge Chief, Ian McLeod, his Adviser, Ken Hedrick, and the 2011 LEC and all Arrowman for an outstanding job demonstrating the true meaning and essence of the Order of the Arrow and service provided to our Council, our Camps and our Community.

Congratulations Cahuilla

Order of the Arrow

Arrowmen from Cahuilla Lodge showed-up Friday evening at the United Methodist Camp in Wrightwood for a weekend dedicated to ceremony regalia knowledge, design, ceremony crafts and fun.  Participants had the opportunity to explore the importance of ceremony regalia design and authenticity.  All meals prepared where created from Native American traditions and recipes.  38 participants representing many of our Lodge Chapters came together with a concentration of our youngest and newest Arrowman. 

The camp and weather provided a wonderful setting for this unique O.A. Lodge activity created by our First Vice Chief, John Garcia with the guidance of our Indian Affairs Coordinators and Advisers, Judy Graber, James Hermes and Rick Pohlers.

BSA’s Iconic Fleur-De-Lis Named One of the 50 Best Nonprofit Logos

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:01 PM PDT
What does the Boy Scouts of America logo mean to you? Perhaps it represents childhood campouts you took decades ago. Or maybe it signifies the special bond you now share with your son or daughter.

All good answers. But ask the folks at the Web site Top Nonprofits, and they’ll tell you it provides “an organization with a solid foundation upon which to build their brand.” In fact, they called our logo one of the best nonprofit logos around.

Read on to learn why. They used several criteria to determine the 50 best nonprofit logos. Among those named were the American Red Cross, Boys & Girls Clubs, Girl Scouts of the USA, PBS, and the World Wildlife Fund.

Top Nonprofits said that the recognized logos were:

I’d say the Boy Scouts logo fits all of those criteria and more, wouldn’t you?

Memorial Day Tribute Scouts from High Desert District, Apple Valley Troop and Pack 257 are thankful for the great sacrifices that the men and women of the Armed Services make to defend our way of life. Scouts placed American Flags at Sunset Hills Memorial Park in Apple Valley on Memorial Day.  Practicing the Scout Law by being Friendly, Courteous and Kind.   Karen Hillers Troop 257 Apple Valley

2012 CIEC Venturing Dinner & Recognition Ceremony

On Saturday, May 19, 2012, the California Inland Empire Council, BSA and the California Inland Empire Council Venturing Committee held its annual Venturing Dinner & Recognition Ceremony at the Norco LDS Building in Norco, California. Highlights from the event included an installation ceremony of the CIEC VOA 2012 Officers, a special recognition of those who received their Gold, Silver, and/or any special interest awards, and presentation of the Council Venturing Leadership Award. The evening featured a dinner provided by Taquizas Mexico Lindo Mobile Tacos from Rancho Cucamonga.

Following a wonderful meal consisting of a variety of Mexican foods, the newly selected/elected CIEC VOA 2012 officers were officially sworn into office by Andrew Zimmerman, Western Region Area 4 Vice President of Communications. The new officers included Hannah Reynolds, Council Venturing President, Gavin Vlietstra, Vice President of Administration, Tyler Deacy, Vice President of Program, and James Healy, Vice President of Communication.

After the swearing-in ceremony of the new officers, there was a special recognition of those in attendance who received their Gold Award, Silver Award, or any other special awards during the 2011-2012 Venturing Year. In addition to recognizing those who received their Gold Award, Silver Award, ad/or any other special awards, there was also a recognition ceremony for those who received the Council Venturing Leadership Award.   This year’s Council Venturing Leadership Awards were given both to youth and adults with the caveat that the adult nominations were received by the Council prior to the rule change to the VLA Guidelines that occurred on January 1, 2012.  The new rule that took effect on January 1, 2012 states that only Council Venturing Leadership Awards can only be earned by youth.

Those receiving the Council Venturing Leadership Award were: Cordelia Marie Cullen, Hannah Reynolds, Joyce Flores-Bain, and Michael Downs.

Be a Brownsea Scout at Camp Emerson this Summer!

Every Scout should have the opportunity to go to summer camp. The California Inland Empire Council offers a great program for new Boy Scouts, recently graduated Webelos Scouts and for those who want another week of fun. Scouts attend camp individually or with one or more friends and are hosted by a troop for the week. They will then experience all the great fun of Camp Emerson.

Plus, what's better than a week at Scout camp? A second week! Scouts attending a second week of Camp Emerson earn the special Tahquitz Scout patch and only pay $150!

Brownsea/Tahquitz Scouts will also receive a coupon for a special gift from the Camp Emerson Trading Post!

Encourage your Scouts to sign-up today!

Please contact Gail in Volunteer Services at (909) 793-2463 ext 129 for any questions.

Pack 34's Welcome BBQ

Pack 34's first event, a Welcome BBQ.  Activities included Kim's Game and Kickball Beltloop.  Several people from Corona United Methodist Church attended, including two gentlemen who began as Scouts in 1934. Mr. Douglas presented each boy and leader a Founders patch. Mr. Bice showed the boys the hiking staff he made on one of his 50-Miler hikes.  It was amazing!

We chartered with 16 Scouts and have commitments from 8 more (a couple transfers and a few more new boys). Sixty-seven people attended the Welcome BBQ and every person helped out! Thank you for the opportunity to grow Scouting! We are all very excited! 

Fondly, Susan Park

Boy Scout Night With The L.A. Galaxy

On behalf of the LA Galaxy we’d like to invite you, your troop or pack, family, and friends to attend Boy Scout Night which is on Saturday, June 23rd, 2012 at 7:30pm at the Home Depot Center against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

On this night we are going to have a rocking Boy Scout section complete with cub scouts, boy scouts, friends, and family members anticipated to attend. Groups of 20 or more will be entered into a special drawing for a chance at some fun experiences with the LA Galaxy like:

• Ball Kids (12 youths will be part of the action as they keep the match ball in play)
• High Five Line (Get up close to your favorite Galaxy and MLS stars as you hi-five the starting line-ups as they walk out the player tunnel and onto the field. Each child must be dressed in a white t-shirt and black pants. No Adult Allowed.)
• Giant Banner: (Take part in a Galaxy tradition and hear the crowd roar as your group presents the Center Circle at midfield during pre-game ceremonies)
• Post Game Autograph Session: (Meet and Greet with 1 LA Galaxy Player for autographs and photos after the game.)

Tickets start at only $19 (gate price $30). To order tickets contact your LA Galaxy rep, Rachel Valadez at 310-630-2154 or ravaladez@lagalaxy.com
We look forward to having you, your troop, family and friends at the Home Depot Center this early summer for BOY SCOUT NIGHT!! Registration Form

Jamboree Updates

The Jamboree Story By The Numbers

When you look at the programs and facilities being developed at the Summit Bechtel Reserve for the national jamboree, the facts and figures are pretty incredible.
Check out these 3 infographics that put the numbers in perspective:

1. Summit Facts: What's the elevation difference from top to bottom?
http://www.summitblog.org/your-new-high-adventure-home-the-summit-bechtel-reserve-infograpic/

2. How many acres of adventure will there be at the jamboree?
http://www.summitblog.org/double-check-your-adventure-area-math-infographic/

3. Follow the lifecycle of one drop of water at the Summit:
http://www.summitblog.org/a-drop-of-water-from-start-to-finish-infographic/

Progress At The Summit In High-Definition Video

Construction and planning are buzzing along at break-neck pace in the largest project ever in Scouting history. We're getting ready for the 2013 National Jamboree. Are you?
Here are 3 videos to get you up to date:

1. Top-notch mountain biking trails for all abilities!
http://www.summitblog.org/premier-look-mountain-biking-at-the-summit-video/

2. How will the national jamboree teach sustainability?
http://www.summitblog.org/sustainable-forestry-at-the-summit-video/

3. Even the Summit showerhouses are cutting edge design!
http://www.summitblog.org/recycling-is-as-easy-as-washing-your-hands/

If you haven't already, better get registered for the jamboree.
Sign up now at www.bsajamboree.org!

Silver Beaver Award Nominations Due November 21st, 2012

Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact Grant

Home improvement retailer Lowe's has teamed with the Boy Scouts of America to provide the Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact grant for candidates working on their Eagle Scout project.

About the Grant
A generous contribution from the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has made it possible for the council to present selected Eagle Scout candidates with a $100 prepaid gift card to be used toward their service projects. Life Scouts who are planning a construction-based project may apply. The council Eagle project review board will determine which projects qualify for a Lowe's grant. A total of 68 grants will be awarded. After the project review is completed, the council will distribute the $100 prepaid gift cards to recipients. Cards must be used to purchase building materials and equipment for the Eagle candidate's service project. The gift card may be used at any Lowe's location or any place that it is accepted.

Qualifications
To qualify for a Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact grant, the individual must

• Be a registered Life Scout.
• Complete and submit the Lowe's grant application
• Be sure the Eagle Scout service project has all approvals before the work begins. Submit copies of pages 6 through 10 of the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook, No. 512-927 with the grant application.
• Use the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook to document the results of the service project. Make photographs and all documentation available to the BSA for sharing with Lowe's.

Things You Should Know

• If you plan to spend your gift card at a Lowe's location, you should consider speaking with the local store manager when you arrive. This will help Lowe's track how well the program is being received.
• Document your project with "before" and "after" photographs. Be sure photographs show how the materials and equipment purchased with the gift card were used for your service project.

Our Thanks to Lowe's
The Boy Scouts of America thanks the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation for its generous support of Scouting across the country. Through this unique program, thousands of Life Scouts who are hard at work on their Eagle Scout service project will benefit from the contribution. Communities and organizations will benefit, too.

For additional information, email Program Director Kevin Gustafson. Grant applications are to be sent to:

California Inland Empire Council
Lowe's Project Grant
PO Box 8910
Redlands, CA 92375

News & Tidbits

• International Scouting:  Kudos to Nicholas Sahli of Troop 54 who has been selected to the BSA National Contingent to the Korean National Jamboree and Craig Murray of Crew 301 who was selected as a leader for the BSA National Contingent to the Ukraine Jubilee Jamboree.
• The Buzz Biweekly Video: Dr. Bernard Harris, a former astronaut and the BSA's national STEM spokesperson, discusses the path for Scouts to achieve the Nova and Supernova awards for their achievements in science, technology, engineering, and math. Specific requirements will be released at www.scouting.org/STEM once they are delivered to Scout shops.
• Concert Under The Stars! A community fundraiser, Click Here for more information

Recently Completed Eagles

Camp Emerson Availability

Furnished campsites include canvas tents each with two cots and mattresses.

Friends Of Scouting Report

Positive Quote
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"View life as a continuous learning experience."  ~ Denis Waitley

Joe Daniszewski Scout Executive/CEO California Inland Empire Council, BSA PO Box 8910 1230 Indiana Court Redlands, CA 92374 909.793.2463, Ext. 120 877.732.1450 909.793.0306 Fax

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