Monday Memo 

Joseph Daniszewski Scout Executive

Good day and welcome to our August 23rd, 2010 Monday Memo

Helendade Needs Your Help!

Summer camp is over and we can start working on the pool house. I want to thank all of you for your help, last year. We accomplished a tremendous amount of work. Rising from the ashes of last year to a 6000 sq ft lodge. The lodge survived the winter with minimal amount of weather damage, but we need to get the roof and walls on so it will survive another winter. 

We have scheduled to start work again Sept. 11-12 (OA Ordeal weekend), Sept. 18-19, October 23-24 and October 30-31. November weekends will be scheduled after we find out how the weather is doing.

We will be putting roof sheeting up and the final trusses. After that is done, we will need to get the tar paper and roof shingles on, install windows, and then close up the walls.

We are still in need of roofing shingles, windows, and doors. And of course we still need toilets, shower stalls, faucets, ducting, etc.

We will need help from a framing contractor to help finish. Jay Brown has been working out of town and does not know how many weekends that he can dedicate at this time. I can't THANK Jay enough for the dedication that he gave us last year. If there is someone that could step up and help we would appreciate it.

The above weekends are days that I am available. If someone would like to help out and lead a group of volunteers we could give job assignments on other weekends, too. We need people that can donate items, stand on the roof, hand items up to the workers on the roof, take pictures, and cook lunch. So we can put anyone to work that is willing to help.

If you can help, please sign up by completing this brief form: Click Here

CIEC's 100th Anniversary Birthday Party T-Shirt 

Scouters,

Our California Inland Empire Council (CIEC) has had a rich year of activities associated with the 100th Anniversary of Boy Scouts from the Rose Bowl Parade participation in January to the National Jamboree in July. The finale is coming up on Sept 24th to Sept 26th at Glen Helen Regional Park at Devore with a fantastic lineup of activities illustrated on the CIEC webpage found at www.bsa-ciec.org.

Registration is still available via bsa-ciec.org or going down to the Council Office, although time is getting short as we are in our last 33 days now until the CIEC BSA Birthday Party. I have attached the edited 4th page of the Council's Special Incentive Rate Promotion flyer that has the registration form for late registration to September 22nd as last chance to register at $20 per person to attend this Council event.

All participants may race cars on one of our four Pinewood Derby tracks or register to race the once in a lifetime 250 Ft Pinewood Derby track going for the Guinness Book of World Records. Bring your own special Pinewood Derby car for the 4 normal BSA approved tracks or some extra weights to move up to an 8 oz Pinewood Derby car for the 250 ft track. 

New additions to the program are being added almost daily and now our friend Smokey the Bear will be hanging around on Saturday too . . . you might just be able to get a picture with him near the Grayback area. Oh  did I mention the Monkey Bridge,  possible Scuba for older Scouts, a dunk tank, Railroading, and a number of Meritbadges can be earned too

Friday  night offers a few things to do after your camp set up  TBA  but the Sheriff  has two for one tickets available to get into the Friday festivities  across the street at the Rodeo

All scouters are eligible for the memorabilia or souvenir 100th Anniversary Birthday Party T-Shirt, so take a look at the attached flyer and help support the council's 100th Anniversary program by getting this once in a lifetime collector's item. Deadline for ordering is only one week away now as August 31st is just around the corner. Get a piece of BSA history, and help recognize this event.

T-shirt Pre order deadline is August 31  after that  there will only be a limited supply  for sale  see the shirt on the BSA-100 Birthday Party web page BSA-CIEC.ORG  click on the BEA - 100 Banner  then start exploring  the tabs at the top will offer more things to see and info

Click Here for T-Shirt Order Form, Click Here for Registration Form

Share Your Results….and Best Practices

The 2010 National Scout Jamboree was an event to remember. For the first time ever, Scouts shot clays at Camp Thunder, engineered giant robots at Technology Quest, and kept in touch with mom, dad, and others thanks to an unparalleled cell phone and wireless network by AT&T. Of course, a highlight for all who have worked to bring the 1OOth to life was the nationwide broadcast of our Centennial Celebration Show, A Shining Light Across America. If you missed it, you can still watch the archived version online.  

Shining Light brought together Scouts, Scouters, friends, and families across the nation. How many? Below are some statistics that show what we know about the largest ever—and first virtual—gathering in BSA history. However, with so many ways for people to share in this monumental event, the true size of the gathering may never be known.

• 220 “formal” viewing events nationwide, representing more than half of all BSA local councils
• 75,000–85,000 Scouts, leaders, and visitors at the jamboree’s arena
• More than 25,000 attendees at local events reported so far (by just a quarter of the councils that held formal events). If you haven’t reported on your event, click here to enter your results and help us recognize the breadth of the effort.
• More than 25,000 households, groups, or individuals tuning into BYU-TV
• Approximately 100,000 webcast hits to the Ustream broadcast site during the live event and 45,000 since

These results are impressive. However, it’s important to remember that our goal was so much more than achieving a certain number of viewers. It was to provide every Scout, leader, volunteer, parent, alumnus, supporter, and friend a chance to participate in a shared celebration. Both nationally and locally, Shining Light demonstrated how a single event can inspire, engage, and raise awareness with the public. It was an incredible evening of shared success and partnership between national and local councils!

However, we also know that Shining Light was only one event on your very busy 2010 calendars. From modifying existing events to creating new traditions, councils were creative, strategic, and successful in local level engagements. To keep that energy going, and inspire others to similar success, we’re putting together a 1OOth Anniversary Best Practices Report. We’re seeking information about entire events and individual strategies. Simply fill out this form and send it to 100year@bsamail.org, or submit your response online to collaborate with other councils on our Share Your Success discussion forum. The anniversary is far from over, so this will be a working document that can be built through the remainder of the year.

Together, launching our second century of service!

Bob Mersereau
National Director 100th Anniversary Celebration Project

High Desert Pinewood Derby Race

The High Desert District Pinewood Derby Race was held in Wrightwood August 21. The picture of the boys from right to left are as follows: Noah Luke Pack 157 Best in Show, John Hanley Pack 50 1st Place, Jordan Bolstadt Pack 351 2nd Place, and Brennan McKain Pack 351 3rd Place.  Congratulations to the boys for a great race!

Venturing Crew 90 Returns from Florida Sea Base, Scuba Adventure

Four youth and three adult members of Venturing Crew 90 in Mt. Rubidoux District returned last week after spending an exciting time at Florida Sea Base in Islamorada. They did the Scuba Adventure, a program for Scouts and Scouters who are certified open water scuba divers.

When they started planning the High Adventure over a year ago, only two of the crew were already certified divers, so the rest of the group made the commitment to get their certifications. They took the PADI Open Water Diver course through Sport Chalet, which taught the skills and knowledge needed for scuba diving in both classroom and pool setting during twice a week sessions for an entire month. The certification also required open water dives; some members did theirs at Laguna Beach and in San Diego and others at Avalon in Catalina Island.

The crew’s week at Sea Base started as soon as they arrived with the Boy Scout Swim Test in the marina area, and getting scuba gear issued. The following morning their scuba skills were checked in the pool before heading out to sea for their first dive. Crew 90 along with a Troop from St. Petersburg, Florida, were assigned to the boat the BSA Centennial Eagle, under the stewardship of Capt. Carol and First Mate Jacob, and both had safety and fun in mind for the divers. Each crew was assigned to a Dive Master; Crew 90 ended up having two, the first was Dave for the first half of the week, and the second was Kevin. Both were well equipped to carry out their jobs and a great benefit to all of the crew members.

In all the Crew experienced 11 open water dives at various coral reefs, diving to depths of up to 60 feet. The reefs were full of flora and fauna: brain coral, fan coral, sea grasses, Christmas Tree worms, angel fish, sea turtles, stingrays, parrotfish, and the list goes on. One of the dives occurred at night using underwater flashlights, providing a vastly different environment for the divers!

Florida Sea Base became the first Scouting facility in the U.S. to be designated as a Scout Center for Excellence of Nature and Environment (S.C.E.N.E.) and Crew 90 started the requirements to earn the patch while there. They also learned about coral and coral reef ecosystems and so were able to obtain the PADI Project AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Specialty certification card. Some also earned the Duty To God patch.

While Florida days and nights were hot and humid, the dives in the temperate ocean were invigorating, and the Crew’s time at Florida Sea Base is filled with wonderful memories. Photos may be viewed at http://www.bsatroop90.org/pastevents.asp

Crew 90 Youth: Jennifer Anderson, Ian Hare, Harrison McMillen, and Jeff Watson. Crew 90 Adults: Christy Brown Anderson, Thomas McMillen, and Thomas Watson.

 

Boy Scouts pledge to save more than 50 million gallons of water over the next year

In July, the Wyland Foundation joined more than 50,000 Boy Scouts in Ft. AP Hill, Virginia at the 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, which marked the 100th Anniversary of Scouting.   As part of the SCUBA exhibit, Scouts joined Wyland and the Wyland Foundation team to paint a series of 200-square-foot canvas murals featuring marin! e life found around the world including a great white shark, marlins, orcas, and sea birds.   

“Art is a powerful way to introduce kids to many of today’s environmental issues,” says Wyland. “By looking at the world through an artist’s eyes, they see all the plants, animals, and people who depend on clean water for survival — and suddenly the issue of water conservation becomes real.” After experiencing SCUBA first hand and adding their artistic touches to the collaborative murals, Scouts made pledges to reduce their water consumption.  Throughout the Jamboree, Scouts pledged to save over 50 million gallons of water in the next year! 

 

2011 Volunteer Development Training Conference

Florida National High Adventure Sea Base • January 17–22, 2011 Come escape the cold winter weather for a week in the Florida Keys!

Scout leaders will have the opportunity to attend a Philmont-style training conference at the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base the week of January 17–22, 2011. Each conference will be staffed by experienced, informed Scouters. The conference schedule includes ample time to enjoy the mild climate and natural beauty of the Florida Keys.

The following conferences are scheduled:

• Strictly for Scoutmasters
• The Unit Commissioner—Supporting Units’ Needs
• Advancement Policy and Procedures
• The District Key Three
• Geocache and Scouting
• Administration of Venturing

The $350 conference fee includes meals; dormitory housing, sheets, and towels; and course materials. There is limited space for each conference, so registration will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations must be postmarked by December 1, 2010.

Around November 1, you will receive an Annual Health and Medical Record form and additional conference information. The conference begins with check-in at the Sea Base on Monday afternoon, January 17, and will conclude with graduation on Friday, January 21. (Housing will be provided until Saturday, January 22.) Wednesday afternoon will be free time to enjoy the local attractions. No family program will be offered, but spouses are welcome to attend.

To register, mail the completed registration form, Click Here 

 

New Temescal District Paraprofessional

We are proud to welcome Don Wilson onto the California Inland Empire Council Team. Don comes to us with a great background in Scouting and will be an outstanding addition. Don is a graduate of BYU with a B.S. degree in Geography, Economics, and History. Also, Don has a Masters Degree from Oklahoma City University.
 
As a youth in Scouting, Don attained the Cub Ranks of Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light award. Later in Boy Scouts, Don earned his Eagle Scout, Multiple Palms & O.A. Brotherhood. In Addition, he was an Explorer (Red Cross Disaster Relief).

As an adult in Scouting, Don was trained in all Cub and Boy Scouting Training Programs - He also earned the Scout Master Award. He has served as a Tiger Cub Den Leader, Den Leader, District Advancement Chair, Finance Chair and Assistant District Commissioner. He has earned the Adult Religious Award and other recognitions throughout his days as a registered leader.

Don has given leadership to Wood Badge, Cub Day Camps, Webelos Woods, Cub Leader Training, Webelos Leader Training, Outdoor Skills Training, and Advanced Outdoor Skills Training.
 
Don’s interests include American Civil War History, World War 2 History, and Uncommon Great American Heroes such as Jimmy Stewart, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain.

Please join us in welcoming Don Wilson to the team!

 

News & Tidbits

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FOS Report

Positive Quote
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'There is no teaching to compare with example.”

Sir Robert Baden-Powell

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

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