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Did our new Youth Protection Executive Glen Pounder speak at NAM? I have not heard him speak yet about new YP measures and organization in the BSA going forward?

??? Why not get the local Scouter input first and then determine if it is necessary or even affordable to hire an outside national architect firm? So for an existing camp, we have local scout leaders familiar and concerned about program quality and summer camp costs and Council execs seeing money that immediately needs to be spent to hire an outside architect firm to develop a master camp plan??

IMHO, an understating of the important and an overstating the mundane. I would like details. As I recall Tilden when CEO Alaskan Airlines, cut executive salaries during difficult times. What expanded insurance protections? What expenses have been reduced - are handbooks and MB books freely online? How much has the yearly cost of scouting increased? Tell, Show, Do. My $0.02,

So for AOL, a coed den would then officially have to split into boy and girl dens to prepare scouts for a non-coed BSA troop? Another temporary wall to tumble?

The ACE program run by Avelo Airlines is the first of its kind program that is said to inspire the next generation of aerospace and aviation professionals. The program lasts for six months and is focused on providing opportunities for middle-school-aged students. This specific program is a partnership between East Haven Public Schools and Avelo Airlines in collaboration with Exploring. Exploring is a co-ed awareness program that is run by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) that provides curriculum development and management for younger kids across the country. The Boy Scouts of America Direc

Back in the day, my troop's CO was identified on our neckers. Similar to this example below which I found on ebay. Maybe a historical troop necker? Draw a circle, divide into 3 wedges. One for BSA trefoil, one for CO logo, one for your old logo. Around perimeter, " Scout On, BSA Troop NNN 19xx- 202y" My $0.02,

Update 5/25/2023: Camp Trexler sold to the Trexler Veterans Initiative (TVI) for $7.8 million. "Following the sale, TVI will offer a leaseback agreement to the Valor Clinic Foundation...Among the foundation's main objectives is to help address and reduce the number of military veteran suicides. The TVI and the Valor Clinic Foundation have agreed to permit the use of the property by Scout units for cabin rentals and and campsite use "into the foreseeable future," according to the news release. " "Selling the property will help Minsi Trails Council cover its $2.6 million portion o

United Kingdom (about 400,000 young people) – 29 topic-indexed web pages. Their annual report is a detailed narrative giving a fuller picture of challenges, successes, setbacks, reflection, and direction (2025 goals) and a better understanding of UK Scouting than BSA Annual Report. Some takeaways we might add: Instead of “scout-run” unit experience, they promote a wider “youth-shaped” scout experience with 200-500? Youth Commissioners who ‘Plan’, ‘Lead’ and ‘Represent’ but be aware their upper age limit for scouts is 25. Board members are listed by name along wi

"The Coast Guard is looking for volunteers to share their skills and experiences with future leaders during the 2023 National Jamboree hosted by Scouts BSA, July 19-28 at the Bechtel Summit Reserve in Beckley, West Virginia. Prior Scouting experience isn’t required, but you must submit a volunteer packet by June 16 to be considered for this community service opportunity. The Coast Guard has supported 11 previous Jamborees and previous volunteers have used this community service to stand out from their peers for officer candidate school packages, officer-in-Charge review packages,

Ah, so a microchip is required for dog ownership? My town still uses the old annual collar tags. Microchips are uncommon for mutt owners here. I will ask vet about microchips, blood types, recommended genetic screening.

I'm curious, what kind of registration tags does the US Army give to dogs owned by members? Over the years, it has been pleasantly reassuring meeting old familiar scouters at activities. RS with a 10wk puppy getting her second core vax today.

Update May 20, 2023: A memorandum filed by the plaintiffs Wednesday in support of an earlier motion asking the court to compel the Boy Scouts to provide documents that were to have been turned over May 12 includes a copy of a national Scout Executive Packet dated July 18, five weeks before the fatal Hawaii shooting. The packet contains a section emphasizing that proper supervision is required any time a shooting sports range is in use, in accordance with the BSA Shooting Sports Manual and National Camp Accreditation Program standards. "Recently, several shooting sports related incide

@James6 welcome to scouter.com.

I like their initiative. Since newbies in the woods have been known to underestimate their situation, it will be interesting to see how this helpline further develops. Will there be functionality to directly connect to emergency services? Imagine if RoadRunner Patrol got a text, Family 2.3 miles NW of you needs water, Can you help?

Note: As I understand, this was NOT a Scout group - RS "The Santa Paula Canyon trail is a six-mile hike in Ventura County, with an elevation gain of more than 3,700 feet. A local hiking website describes the terrain as rugged and difficult. The "Last Chance" portion of the canyon is a trail that connects the Santa Paul Canyon section to another hiking path, and has another high elevation gain. The "Last Chance" trail is about seven miles long. " Ventura County Sheriff Office Narrative: On May 12, 2023, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Upper Ojai Search and Rescue (SAR) Team

CALL SCOUTS CANADA FOR TIPS TO QUELL YOUR CAMPING CALAMITIES In honour of the upcoming epic Canadian camping season, Scouts Canada (the country’s leading co-ed youth organization), is ‘going to the phones’ to help outdoor-challenged Canadians navigate common camping calamities. Starting May 1st, expert advice on the ten top camping conundrums will be available for free, 24/7, when calling Scouts Canada’s ‘Camptastic’ Helpline at 1-844-SCOUT101. “As nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, Scouters live for camping, but we recognize that many Canadians may hesitate to benefit from the c

In the summer of 2017, Eric Valentine recalled that he was volunteering with an eastern Oregon Boy Scout troop when they encountered a group of rafters in need of assistance. Six years later, the 80-year-old retired judge — and former Scoutmaster...was hiking along Hells Canyon in early May and taking photographs when he lost his balance and fell 60 feet down a slope and was in desperate need of help... More details including photos at source: https://news.yahoo.com/60-foot-fall-hells-canyon-100000035.html

Sea Scout Ship Viking (Ship100), a local Sea Scout Ship of the national coeducational program from the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) that blends youth boating and leadership skills with social and community service experiences, has been has named the 2023-2024 BoatUS National Flagship - a recognition as the best "ship" (Sea Scout group) in the country. ... Said BSA National Chair Sea Scout Chair Ben Feril, "Sea Scout Ship Viking is outstanding because they ensure every single activity has an element of fun, where Sea Scouts are encouraged to be warm, welcoming, and bring their friends.

Could we have this training available online before this summer's scout camps and National Jamboree ?

I think a law enforcement group or professional security firm could produce a leader training video set at a camp and other scout venues. After all there are several basic hidden camera search videos on Youtube. I watched a couple videos about AirBnB and rentals and these points were commonly made: - visual check for anything unusual - check power outlets, lights, and switches - check smoke detectors - check mirrors - darken room, use flashlight to see reflection of camera lens (as mentioned, lenses are getting smaller). Also while dark, use phone camera to detec

Good point! On May 4, the FBI and Justice Department notified public media in NJ/NY/PA area with a request to reach victims. In my search, only the home Council to those camps posted a Council website notice some days later, though no doubt they were emailing and phoning when the FBI announced. IMO, given: 1. camp scouts possibly came from different councils and states. 2. the investigation includes Council employee(s) 3. child porn often has an internet component 4. the investigation is being conducted by federal enforcement agencies. FBI and Justice Dept here. Not

From https://quivira.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2023/05/Program-Fee-FAQ-5-4-23.pdf • Although collected locally, the annual BSA fee of $75 per youth and $45 per leader goes entirely to the National Council. These national rates will significantly increase this fall. Conversely, every dollar of the proposed Program Fee will stay within Quivira Council to support essential services, background checks for leaders, program development, training resources, youth protection and safety, improved IT/digital experiences, deferred maintenance for QSR and services for our Chartered Organizatio

May 9, 2023, Patriots' Path Council's 8 page response: https://ppcbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/FBI-Investigation-Frequently-Asked-Questions-5.9.23.pdf

Update May 9, 2023: The Logan County Commission purchased the 804-acre Camp Chief Logan boy scout camp at Garrett Fork for $915,000 using money from the Coal Reallocation Fund, which is earmarked for economic development purposes. While there are no immediate plans, Logan County Commission President Diana Barnette said the commission hopes to utilize the massive tract of land for a variety of purposes including boy scouts, girl scouts, 4-H camps, WECAN camps, church camps and trainings for county and local city law enforcement officers. More at source link: