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I decided to try one of our recently purchased unauthorized fundraiser pizza kits from Corbi's for dinner tonight. Opened the box and inside is a coupon for some of their other products. On it is a picture of a group of people representing some of the groups that use Corbi's. And in this group is a Cub Scout in full uniform! Could this be what BSA is upset about? There is a disclaimer stating that those pictured should not be considered an endorsement.

I looked at the link to poisonous plants and yes there are many in our region that could be identified during the winter. However reviewing page #59 in the handbook shows IMO that the poison ivy, oak and sumac plants are the focus of the requirement. Also the requirement refers to page #318 for first aid however that page refers you back to page #59! Page #318 does have actual pictures of the poisonous plants. Having pictures on hand might be a way to complete the requirement but there is nothing like pointing out the plants during a hike.

It was verbal. Council also said that other similar fundraisers such as Little Caesars pizza are approved, only Corbi's is prohibited.

I don't know if the CC can act as an ASM but what really bothers me is this statement "SM humiliated our son at a campout in front of the entire troop and then drug my son out of his tent while he was still in his cot one morning at 5 AM." This is unacceptable if it happened as described. In fact dragging a boy anywhere could be considered criminal.

Tenderfoot requirement #11 states "Identify local poisonous plants; tell how to treat for exposure to them." How does a Scout ID local poisonous plants such as poison ivy during the winter when there is none? I guess he could look at pictures in the book but is that the same as finding the real thing? Is it fair to make them wait 4 months until the poison ivy starts growing? Any suggestions?

Had a meeting with the council finance person today, here's the official story. Council was directed by National about 1 year ago to notify all units that selling Corbi's will not be allowed. The decision was based on what BSA felt was trademark infringement with using it's name and logo improperly. National is working with Corbi's and they may become an "authorized" fundraiser in the future.

I asked our U.C. on Weds. to check into this. We'll see if he comes up with an answer.

There was no mention of wearing the uniform or not, if that were the case they could have sent a notice out that said no uniform shall be worn during selling and no fundraising permits would be approved. In reality it's the parents selling it to other family, friends and coworkers. Council just said it is not an authorized fundraiser and if you have any questions call your commissioner. No other explanation given.

First off I'll assume that Joe Corbi Pizza is not sold throughout the country. The company is located in Baltimore, MD and make pizza kits and other food products for non-profits and other organizations to sell as fundraisers. My units have sold these products, they are of good quality, their service is good and the profit one can make is reasonable. Units in my area have used this company for years and the company has even been invited to Roundtable meetings to offer samples and information on their products. Our council has just notified units that this company is no longer an"authorized fun

You can download them from the National website, they're under "Adult" then "Publications"

Does soliciting funds online (or any other way) comply with the BSA fundraising policy? Our troop considered doing this but we weren't sure it was OK to do.

Funny you should ask. I just finished looking at rosters from our troop from 1926 to 1944. Seems as though there were more boys in the troop then than there is now. Of course that was before rec. ball, after school activities and such. I think the boys were just happy to get away from the farm for a few hours. I don't know what BSA did to deal with the tough times but I know some of the rosters indicate that some boys didn't have uniforms. I also have my late uncles Cub Scout uniform from 1939 - 1940. It has no patches on it other than the CUBS BSA strip and a rank patch. I asked my mother why

Left overs from our outings go in the troop's pantry for use on the next trip. Any patrol can shop from the pantry, if it's on the shelf it's available, if it's in a patrol box (also stored in the pantry) it's taken. Perishables go in the fridge and can be marked by the patrol who intends to use it. We started doing this two years ago and it helps keep food costs within the patrol's budget and keeps food from going to waste or being sent home.

If a Scout needs to leave for sports/band then a parent needs to pick them up. I don't like it but I don't think there is a lot I can do about it. If someone had an answer to that please let me know. Better to have them there for half a weekend then none at all. They are asked to to return to help unload when we get back but they usually don't.

Of the three thru-hikers we met on the trail two of them said they were Eagle Scouts and one was still active in his troop.

SSScouter, That packframe is made by Sierra Pack Frame Co., San Luis Obispo, CA. It's made of curved slats of what looks like oak. Burned into it is "Philmont 1960 728A". This pack frame belonged to my uncle who went to Philmot that year as a leader. He was a Scout/Scouter for 61 years from the time he joined Cub Scouts in 1939 until his death in 2000. This article was posted on Whiteblaze.net. For those who haven't been to the site it's worth checking out. If you are planning an AT hike or would just like to learn more about it this is a good place to go. Lots of information on backpack

Our District Advancement guy has been quoted as saying that no boy can show leadership unless he has done at least 300 to 400 hours. He also says he isn't adding to the requirements!

These Scouts averaged 17 miles a day carrying up to two weeks worth of food and supplies and using the 1930's equipment. I have an old wooden pack frame that went to Philmont in 1960, I can't imagine carrying that thing for 4 months!

These Scouts averaged 17 miles a day carrying up to two weeks worth of food and supplies and using the 1930's equipment. I have an old wooden pack frame that went to Philmont in 1960, I can't imagine carrying that thing for 4 months!

Picked this up on whiteblaze.net and thought I'd pass it on Appalachian Trailway News, November/December 1994 The Summer of 1936: A flickering memory recalls a thru-hike by Bronx Scouts In 1936, a year before the Appalachian Trail was completed as one continuos, unbroken footpath, six Boy Scouts from the New York City area followed the route from Maine to Georgia. It was a 121-day odyssey into manhood and its significance as perhaps the first thru-hike of the A.T. wasn't realized until recently by one of the participants. (Earl Shaffer is credited as the firs

I know we have some lawyers out there who can answer this question. When is an individual required by law to submit their SS#?

IMO, the Scoutmaster interprets the requirements and enforces them as he sees fit. Hopefully it is keeping with what was intended by BSA. To me "in the community" includes the campsite we are at even if it's not near where we live. Another SM might interpret it differently though. I tend to look at requirements in a practical way, other have a more strict interpretation.

"An active youth member is one who, with the approval of a parent or guardian if necessary, becomes a member of a unit; obligates himself or herself to attend the meetings regularly; fulfills a member's obligation to the unit: subscribes to the Scout Oath or the code of his or her respective program; and participates in an appropriate program based on a member's age, as promulgated from time to time by the Boy Scouts of America.- Boy Scouts of America Rules & Regulations, Article VII" Where can I get a copy of these rules?

We just lowered our dues from $100 to $50 in order to be competitive with other troops in our area, most seem to charge $50. We will need to make up the difference with fundraising. Dues pay for patches, handbook, patrol equipment, Boys Life, and registration. No charge for adult registration. It's pay as you go on trips.

Any units out there that own thier own building?