California Inland Empire Council                      Monday Memo

Welcome to our September 26th, 2011 Monday Memo

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Tahquitz District Troop 2011 Helps Hiker

I understand that your Wildomar VFW post is a sponsor of the Boy Scouts of America Troop #2011.

It is my pleasure to report to you that your support contributions have been well deserved, and that the famous Scout oath to help others is alive and well.

My name is Edgar Rector. Before I became almost home-bound to care for my handicapped daughter and an 85-year old wife with Alzheimer's, my hobby was hiking, and I climbed many peaks and once spent six weeks climbing in Nepal. In recent years, however, my caretaker duties at home kept me pretty well out of action. So I was very happy when my son, plus a qualified "sitter" companion, became available to enable me to escape for a weekend in our local mountains.

I chose Mt. San Jacinto, in back of Palm Springs. It has a beautiful tram cable ride from the desert up to about the 9,200 foot level, from where a trail leads through a forest to the area below the peak... altitude about 10,850 feet. A great hike.

But I am now 83 -- a fact that I ridiculously overlooked. I planned a day hike, which wouldn't require a flashlight or sleeping bag, on June 4th. I had climbed that peak twice many years ago and thought I remembered the route, so didn't need a map. Also I didn't take into consideration the last winter was exceptionally rainy, which left a lot of snow at high altitudes; including some covering the trails.

So off I went from the top of the tram, and a late start didn't appear to be an obstacle. However, it turned out to be. I soon discovered that at my age, in the rarefied air and snow-clogged trails, I was climbing substantially slower than I had 14 years earlier when I last did it. That led to mistake #4: I was determined to prove to myself that I could still make it, no matter how long it took.

San Jacinto has a very rocky summit, and it was all covered with snow. No Trail. The last 200 yards were crawling. But dead as my legs were, I finally made it. Bad decision. All the other climbers were leaving by then, by the time I started back, I was the last one -- soon all alone, and darkness was coming. My pace going down was a painful slow shuffle, with falls on the ice. I could hardly lift my legs. The wind was increasing, the snow reminded me that it was still not summer, and the temperature dropped below freezing.

There were five miles still to go back to the ranger station at the tip of the tram, including streams to cross by balancing over  logs in the dark... if I could follow a rocky trail partly covered with snow. If I couldn't make it I might freeze to death.

It was then that I stumbled upon your wonderful Wildomar Scout Troop #2011, assembling on a windy notch for a camp out, and fully prepared for the elements, with sleeping bags and tents.

Ed, Jess and the others leaders helped me hobble to their camp spot about a mile away, provided a folding chair (which I fell over, trying to sit down) and then proceeded to supply me with a tent and sleeping bag! The bag was made available by having two scouts double up in one bag, I believe. They also offered food, but I had lost my appetite.

The next morning I was refreshed enough to continue to the tram, and my car at the bottom.

So that's my experience with Wildomar troop #2011. Sorry I didn't have a pen and paper to record all the Scout leaders names. I can't say enough good things about them, and about Scouting and it's oath to help others.Your VFW post should certainly be proud of them, and proud to support them. They deserve some sort of merit badge!

Sincerely, Edgar C. Rector

 

Kernal's Journal
 
Need more Popcorn?
If you need more popcorn for storefront sales or for your show & deliver sale we have plenty available. It can be picked up at the Jack Dembo Scout Center located at 1230 Indiana Court in Redlands from 9:30 AM till 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.


Weekly Fill'em Up Drawings!

Friday’s September 23rd drawing winners of the Four-Piece Outdoor Kits are:

Richar A, Tahquitz Pack 339 William T, Temescal Pack 201

Jakob S, Tahquitz Troop 2011 Benjamin C, High Desert Pack 18

Scan & email or fax your Scout's fully filled out order form by noon each Friday through October 21st to get a chance to win great prizes. Plus Scouts who sell $200 online also qualify! Early weeks will have multiple winners! All entries will be entered in the drawing for a rugged Schwinn Ranger bicycle! Visit www.bsa-ciec.org/popcorn for a list of prizes. Fax entries to (909) 793-0306 or email to dalord@bsamail.org.


Super Seller Event on November 18th
The Ontario Reign Hockey Club will be hosting the Project Popcorn Super Seller Event on Friday, November 18th. Scout's qualify by selling $1,000 or more in popcorn. They and an adult get to go to the game for free! Sell more popcorn and get a chance to ride on the Zamboni!

 

Free Red Ribbon Week Patch

Red Ribbon Week October 23-31, 2011

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) created a Red Ribbon Week patch to encourage and support scouts who wish to learn about Red Ribbon and participate in local efforts to educate youth about the dangers of drug abuse.

Red Ribbon Week was established in memory of the sacrifices made to help keep our communities drug free and encourage youth to lead healthy lives free of drugs. Observed annually from October 23 to October 31st, Red Ribbon Week is a national celebration promoting youth education on the dangers of substance abuse.

The DEA encourages all Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups to participate. Patches will be given to the first 20,000 qualifying Boy Scout and Girl Scouts. 

Red Ribbon Week Patch Requirements:

• The Scout leader MUST submit the 'Intent to Participate' form by Friday, October 7, 2011. The online form is available at www.justthinktwice.com or www.getsmartaboutdrugs.com.
• Each Scout must attend a drug prevention education session.
• Each Scouting unit or troop must sponsor a Red Ribbon Week activity.
• Each Scout must take a drug-free pledge.
• The Scout leaders must submit the 'Activity Report' upon completion of all program requirements no later than Friday, November 18, 2011.

For ideas on Red Ribbon Week activities and other program information please download the implementation guide from the websites listed above. If you have questions please email them to Demand.Reduction@usdoj.gov or call DEA at 202-307-7936.

 

Leave No Trace Master Educator Course

The Seven Leave No Trace Principles

• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Leave What You FindMinimize Campfire Impacts
• Respect Wildlife
• Be Considerate of Other Visitors

A full Master Educator course description can be found at: www.lnt.org/training/mastereducator.php

Course questions contact: Paula Boothe (760) 792-3366 Towonuni@aol.com THIS COURSE WILL fill quickly! be sure to Sign up early in order to ensure your participation
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Adventurers Wanted! Get ready!  The 2013 National Scout Jamboree is coming and it ain't your father's jamboree.  We're talking seriously high adventure, people!  Whitewater rafting, zip-lining, rappelling, mountain biking, hiking, and more - with 50,000 of your closest friends at the brand new Summit Bechtel Reserve in the wilds of West Virginia. Apply online at Summit.Scouting.org. Council Youth Application

Calling all Order of the Arrow Members

The National Order of the Arrow Conference, NOAC, is coming in less than one year and you don’t want to miss out on an opportunity of a lifetime!

The 2012 National Order of the Arrow Conference is a gathering of thousands of Arrowmen throughout the nation. NOAC is held every 3 years and the next conference is scheduled for July 30 to August 4, 2012 at Michigan State University.

Imagine over 7000 Arrowmen descending upon a university campus for a week of fun, fellowship and inspiration. The time to save is now! Get yourself signed up now and be secured for one of the limited spots allotted our Lodge with a registration deposit of $200.00 for the conference fee and airline fight. Use the attached forms to sign up NOW!

Contact your Chapter Chiefs and Advisors for additional information and answers to any question you may have. We look forward to seeing all of you at the planning meeting and at next year’s NOAC event at Michigan State University on July 30, 2012. NOAC Flyer & Deposit Sheet

Take a look at this 2009 NOAC website and see some of the great events that happen at the last NOAC at the University of Indiana. http://live.oa-bsa.org/events/n2009/live/thu/

 

Silver Beaver Award Nominations Due November 30th, 2011

Nominate an outstanding Scouter for the Silver Beaver Award.  The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award that a council can present to a volunteer. This award is for outstanding service to youth at the council level or for outstanding longtime service to youth by a registered Scouter residing within the California Inland Empire Council. To nominate an outstanding Scouter for this prestigious award, please complete the 2011 Silver Beaver Nomination form and submit it to the California Inland Empire Council.  Nomination forms are due no later than November 30, 2011. The 2011 Silver Beaver Awards will be presented at the Council Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner on February 4, 2012. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE NOMINATION FORM

 

News & Tidbits

• "The Buzz" Jerry Nash from the U.S. Chess Federation shares highlights from the recent launch of the Chess merit madge Watch Video
• You don't want to miss the Wood Badge Reunion Dinner October 22, 2011 Click Here to sign up

 

Friends of Scouting Weekly Report

9/26/2011		2011 Goal	2011 Pledged (Year To Date)	% of Goal	Cash Paid (Year to Date)	9/23/2010 Pledged
Mt. Rubidoux	John Kantola	$120,000	$122,685	102.24%	$113,514	$127,313
Temescal	Gary DeFraene	$108,400	$110,236	101.69%	$96,620	$91,372
Arrowhead	Michael Bentley	$63,000	$59,804	94.93%	$53,775	$56,573
High Desert	Greg Lundeen	$100,250	$92,764	92.53%	$86,218	$89,195
Tahquitz	Wayne Chase	$137,000	$122,956	89.75%	$112,408	$127,916
Grayback	Dr. Michael Kuhn	$106,000	$93,539	88.24%	$89,608	$90,018
Old Baldy	Greg Risser	$131,250	$112,575	85.77%	$86,033	$111,433
3 Peaks	Andrew Kotyuk	$70,000	$58,794	83.99%	$56,667	$66,104
Sunrise	Scott Evans	$59,500	$44,622	74.99%	$42,197	$49,516
5 Nations	Robin Hastings	$45,500	$23,210	51.01%	$17,587	$37,017
		$940,900	$841,185	89.40%	754,627	$846,457

 

 

Positive Quote
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" Nothing worthwhile was ever accomplished without the will to start, the enthusiasm to continue and, regardless of temporary obstacles, the persistence to complete".

     --Waite Phillips, from Waite Phillip's Epigrams

 

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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