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CBS News Scott Pelley was the last Leadership Speaker as Jamboree came to a close. As I understand, the large closing ceremony where he had been scheduled to speak was cancelled due to heat, so he spoke earlier for nearly an hour at a smaller morning gathering in the amphitheater. “I was a scout when I was a kid, of course, Troop 505 in Lubbock, Texas,” said Pelley. “What I wanted to tell the Scouts today was that the values in the Scout Law are what guided me throughout my life and that they could count on those values to guide them, too.” Mr. Pelley told stories of those who impacted him like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 2018 Nobel Peace Prize winner Nadia Murad. “The one tenet that I wanted to emphasize today from the scout law is Brave,” Pelley smiled. “It has applications in our national life, in our personal life, and the lives of our families to be brave enough to do the right thing, to be brave enough to reach out and understand other people. That’s the one thing I hope they took out of here.” Source: https://www.wvnstv.com/national-scout-jamboree/scott-pelley-final-speaker-as-jamboree-festivities-wind-down/

I could cite examples of overcoming fear, particularly water or first over-nighter, but when one of my scouts tells his Mom, Dad, big brother, ..."I got this." that is THE moment for me.

Oh bother, we need a smart scout or two to convert a cellphone into a badge that should make all happy. Call it, I dunno, a Comm Badge. Make it so.

A "Golden Eagle" distinction is earned by a scout who accomplishes the highest scouting achievement in both Girl Scouts of America - the Gold Award - and Scouts BSA - the Eagle Rank. ... While Logan Julia Seeley cherished her experiences in the Girl Scouts, witnessing her brother's BSA journey inspired her to pursue the skills and ranks offered by BSA. While in the eighth grade, the opportunity arose for female scouts to work towards Eagle Rank and Logan embraced the challenge of dual enrolling and set her sights on becoming a Golden Eagle. ... On May 11 Logan underwent her final challenge - the board of review - and proudly earned the esteemed "Golden Eagle" distinction in the East Carolina Council. https://www.newbernsj.com/news/logan-julia-seeley-becomes-first-ever-golden-eagle-in-bsas-east-carolina-council/article_1cdf537c-a26a-5ec8-9867-566cdf31fd3e.html

"Paul Kramer may be found at the Jamboree Museum, where he preserves and teaches the history of Scouting and the Jamboree itself to visitors...He has only missed two Jamborees in his lifetime." Rest of story at source: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/long-time-jamboree-attendee-says-scouts-is-about-helping-others/ar-AA1emdiJ "Kramer said he hopes people will remember that Scouting started as a way of teaching young people to help others and to do the right thing."

Update July26, 2023: Today, a state appeals court has denied a new trial for Thomas Murphy, 62, who was convicted of killing Scout Andrew McMorris and injuring two other teens in 2018. The four-judge panel of the New York Supreme Court Appellate Division in Brooklyn upheld the conviction Wednesday, ruling that each of Murphy’s claims is “without merit.” Murphy's attorney said that his client will now seek to have the case reviewed by the New York State Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court. Source: https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/boy-scouts-death-thomas-murphy-conviction-pi312pl9

This video was filmed a year ago, John Shell's Eagle Project was to deploy 50 of the 2’x2’x3’ mini reefs across coastal Alabama. "Shell deployed the first reefs for the Eagle Reef project under the piers at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab." "After six months, each reef is loaded with filter feeders (oysters, barnacles, etc.), and it will filter and clean 10,000,000 gallons of water per year and attracts fish to your wharf. It will also provide habitat to grow 500 fish and crabs annually. Each reef comes preassembled and is tied between four pilings under a dock or wharf. It floats up and down with the tide. " Update July, 2023: Partnerships have been established and more than 175 mini-reefs have been deployed. An Idea Formed: "We were fishing off the bank, and we weren't catching any fish. I wasn't used to this because my dad has a boat and we go out fishing multiple times a year, and we usually always catch fish," Scout John Shell said. He said he thinks everyone should be able to visit the Gulf Coast and enjoy the experience of catching a fish, which was what inspired the creation of this project. Shell conducted online research, stumbling upon ocean habitats such as reefs. While these reefs contribute to the growth of barnacles and oysters, it is their ability to purify water that particularly captivated Shell's attention. What started out as a service project eventually became something bigger than the Eagle Scout envisioned. "If someone has a genuine idea and it's a good idea, people will rally behind it, as we see with this project," he said. Shell's original goal was to create 50 reefs, but with the help of support and donors, he raised $52,000 and deployed 175 reefs. This represents 1.5 to 2 billion gallons of water filtered annually, according to George Hunter, economic development manager for Spire Energy, a company that provides natural gas service along the coast. John's Eagle Project - The Eagle Reef takes wing... He partnered with Partners for Environmental Progress and the University of South Alabama. PEP is raising money and awareness from their memberships for cleaning the coastal waters and improving the fish populations. The University of South Alabama Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences will help with location identification, deploying, stocking and maintaining the reefs as well as monitor and testing the waters around them, which now plans to deploy 1,000 mini reefs on the Alabama coast. More at Sources: https://gulfcoastmedia.com/stories/eagle-scout-launches-reef-project-to-help-clean-gulf-waters,177111 https://www.wkrg.com/baldwin-county/usa-and-partners-for-environmental-progress-joining-eagle-reef-project/ https://theeaglereef.com/ https://pepmobile.org/the-eagle-reef/ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/boy-scout-raises-52000-for-175-artificial-reefs-to-support-ocean-life-in-mobile-bay/ar-AA1e4fKT Scout Salute,

@MattR , this fella at Jambo appears to agree with you. Jamboree.mp4 Source: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CvFxJIMp81b/

Unclear as to amount of contributions for sculptures (or number of sculptures) but I found this entry for contractor compensation in Arrow WV (Irving, TX) Form 990, year ending Dec, 2018. https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/270441319/201903199349303075/IRS990

The Catholic Diocese of Madison (Wisconsin) announced it will drop support of BSA at the end of 2024. https://www.dailyunion.com/news/jefferson/madison-catholic-diocese-cutting-ties-with-boy-scouts-of-america/article_ce2815ce-3a73-5ade-aa44-3a416a195787.html

Camp Roland (Buckskin Council, Bastian, VA) located near Bastian, Va., is to be sold after serving Scouts for about 90 year, according to Dan Trent, program chair, Mountain Dominion District. Scout Executive Jeffrey Purdy said there were several factors behind the decision: several Boy Scout councils have merged since 1970. “Each one brought in one or more Scout camps through the mergers,” he said. “There have been six or seven camps we’ve been responsible for.” Covid-19 pandemic national organization declaring bankruptcy impacted the BSA’s finances. membership drop a “world-class” Scouting facility, the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Fayette County. For example, Buckskin Council will hold an Emergency Preparedness Camporee at Bechtel Summit on Oct 6-8, 2023. "On July 6, the Buckskin Council BSA signed a memorandum of understanding with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR). This memorandum will to utilize various state parks for activities while encouraging scouts to contribute to the conservation and preservation of these natural treasures through service projects. Under the terms of this agreement, scouts from the Buckskin Council will have the opportunity to camp for free in designated state parks, such as Pipestem Resort and North Bend, as long as the requested facility is available for use on the requested date. Recreational activities may also be provided at a reduced or negotiated rate, depending on volume, availability, operational hours and the time of year. Before starting a service project, scouting units will be required to complete volunteer agreements and obtain project approval from the WVDNR’s West Virginia State Parks section. State Parks personnel may also provide educational programming, such as merit badge classes and counseling, to visiting scouts." More at Source: https://www.bdtonline.com/news/boy-scout-facility-camp-roland-in-bland-county-up-for-sale/article_701b6536-264a-11ee-bbcb-eb3bcbcc4383.html

Responding to two scout suicides, Juniata Valley Council (PA) partnered with the Jana Marie Foundation to help scouts and scouters "be prepared" when it comes to recognizing mental health concerns. Marisa Vicere and Joe Johnson from Jana Marie Foundation, with the support of Josh Kirby from AutumnSpring Counseling and Jeff Pickett from Juniata Valley Council, developed a new Activity Award for Mental Health entitled Prepared to Care. (Note this award is just local to Juniata Valley Council at present.) During Week 1 at Seven Mountains Scout Camp., the first group of Scouts officially completed the requirements to earn their Prepared to Care patch. The Scouts learned about mental health warning signs, how to engage in conversations with peers, and resources that are available to assist with a mental health challenge or crisis. Week 2, camp ran a second session of the Prepared to Care mental health awareness program. Approximately 60 people learned how to recognize and react to signs of crisis. Thanks to Marisa Visere and Joe Johnson from the Jana Marie Foundation and also to Josh Kirby from AutumnSpring Counseling for helping develop and deliver this great program. The Prepared to Care Award can be awarded to Scout members in grades five through 12. “Now more than ever, mental, emotional, and social health stressors are being dealt with by youth,” says Jeff Pickett, Scout Executive and CEO of the Juniata Valley Council. “They are dealing with things on a whole different level than what prior generations did. Social media has taken bullying into the online world; youth may be constantly comparing themselves to the perceived ‘perfect lives’ that others portray in their cyber lives.” “It made sense for us to find a way to help Scouts be prepared to recognize mental health warning signs and the available resources at local and national levels,” says Marisa Vicere, Jana Marie Foundation president and founder. “The award was carefully crafted to ensure Scouts would have a basic understanding of mental health, how to notice changes in thoughts, feelings, actions, and appearances, and learn a five-step process to start a conversation, and then how to get trusted adults involved.” Vicere said she hopes other Boy Scout Councils and Girl Scouts programs become involved in the program. “Mental health is health,” she said. “We spend a lot of time focusing on ways we can help someone who is experiencing a physical health need, and programs like Prepared to Care remind us that our overall health-mental, physical, emotional — is important.” More at Sources: https://wjactv.com/news/local/local-boy-scout-troops-partner-with-nonprofit-for-mental-health-awareness https://www.facebook.com/jvcbsa/ Scout Salute (hope they produce an online video), P.S. If someone could post the aforementioned Council press release, much appreciated.

"On the US Thanksgiving Day November 23, 2023 an all-new Snoopy float will debut - Beagle Scout Snoopy, as announced during the 'Snoopy Lives it Up!' panel here at San Diego Comic-Con 2023. " Source which includes a model of new float. https://www.thepopverse.com/snoopy-peanuts-float-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-2023 Perhaps another statue in the planning for Summit? Update 2024: Beagle Scouts 50th Anniversary, licensed by YMCA https://www.licenseglobal.com/character/peanuts-worldwide-s-beagle-scouts-50th-anniversary

It appears Congress. https://www.congress.gov/bill/86th-congress/senate-bill/602 https://www.congress.gov/bill/86th-congress/senate-bill/602/text "There are some inscriptions at the Memorial. Running around the rim of the pool is one that says: In grateful tribute to the men and women whose generosity, devotion, and leadership have brought Scouting to the nation’s youth and to honor all members of the Boys Scouts of America who in days of peace and times of peril have done their duty to God and their country this memorial was authorized by the Congress of the United States and erected in recognition of the fiftieth anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America." Source: https://dcphotoguide.com/boy-scout-memorial/

"United States Supreme Court Associate Justice Tom C. Clark is standing at the speaker's podium and is speaking at the dedication of the Boy Scout Memorial located at the Ellipse at 15th and Constitution Avenue, NW, in Washington, D.C. The memorial was sculpted by Donald DeLue and is in full view. At this event, Justice Clark was celebrating the 50th anniversary of his being an Eagle Scout." Source: https://www.trumanlibrary.gov/photograph-records/2012-2316

There's an idea,, replace the two adult figures with two scout figures. 👍 Say if we cannot lose the wings, could we add a left ankle shackle with a broken chain connected to a mint cookie box? I do wonder how much money has been raised by statue sponsorship at Summit. My $0.02,

July 20, 2023: Another statue added. "The Boy Scouts of America announced today that, as part of Scouting’s 3- day “Women of Character” Program, it will unveil and dedicate an original bronze statue to honor and inspire past, current and future generations of girls and women involved in Scouting. Envisioned and created by West Virginia artist Jamie Lester, the 8-foot high, nearly 1,000 pound “Ascending Eagle” statue will be unveiled at a dedication ceremony scheduled for Saturday, July 22nd from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. at the Norman R. Augustine Twelve Points Ceremonial Plaza, located at the Summit Bechtel Reserve The original concept for creation of a statue to honor women in Scouting was the brainchild of Dave Alexander of Phoenix, Arizona, a Distinguished Eagle Scout, Silver Buffalo Award recipient, National Executive Board member, and a major, lifelong supporter of the organization...." More at press release source: https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/644208339/to-honor-and-inspire-bsa-to-unveil-bronze-statue-recognizing-girls-and-women-in-scouting-at-national-jamboree

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Found this informative link: https://www.natjamboree23.org/ Historical note 50 years ago: 1973 National Jamboree (two locations: Farragut State Park, Idaho and Moraine State Park, Pennsylvania ). A total of 73,610 Scouts participated in this first and only dual Jamboree that featured “home troops” as opposed to the traditional council contingent jamboree troops. “Firsts” that occurred at the two Jamborees were the introduction of a Merit Badge Midway, an Arts and Sciences Expo, and the inclusion of a host of new patrol and individual competitions, including athletic events and an orienteering test. Update 08/03/2023: Added link...which is now behind a paywall August marks 50th anniversary of Scout jamboree held at Moraine State Park "On Aug. 3, 1973, over 44,000 Boy Scouts attended the National Scout Jamboree at the Moraine State Park." https://www.butlereagle.com/20230803/august-marks-50th-anniversary-of-scout-jamboree-held-at-moraine-state-park/

July,2023 (New England) Heavy rain, high water levels and flow rates,..strainers

"National Recreation Trails are existing land-based and water-based trails that provide close to home recreation opportunities on Federal, State and local lands." Map Planning Tool: https://www.nrtapplication.org/trails?usrTrailName=&usrTrailSystem=&usrTrailState=&usrTrailCounty=&usrTrailLength=0&chkNWTS=on&usrTrailUse=&usrTrailUse2=&usrAgency=&usrYearDesignated=&btnDetailedSearch=Search+the+Database Beat the heat paddling a river trail, but check the river level/flow and bacteria alerts when planning! Alabama Scenic River Trail -"Over 6,500 miles have officially been adopted into the trail statewide, most of which flows into the "core" trail. Hundreds of day trip combinations are possible from whitewater to family-friendly fun." Allagash Wilderness Waterway - "92.5-mile, north-flowing river in the northern reaches Maine that ends in Allagash Village.". Resource: Maine High Adventure Base. Bayou Teche Paddle Trails - Bayou Teche runs 135 miles from Port Barre to Ber­wick through St. Landry, St. Martin, Iberia and St. Mary parishes and is easily accessed from several state highways and Interstate 10. The trail has a total of 14 established access points that provide access to paddle trips with town to town segments as short as 6 miles or as long as 12 miles." Chattahoochee River National Water Trail -" The water trail offers 48 miles of river trail within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and is available for raft, canoe, kayak, and motorboat use year round. The trail begins below Buford Dam, offering cold-water trout fishing, class I/II shoals, and many accessible boat ramps to plan any length float. The river remains a cool temperature year-round, rarely getting warmer than 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The National Park Service currently maintains 12 boat ramps along the water trail. Six more are maintained by the cities of Duluth, Roswell, and Sandy Springs; U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; and Georgia Department of Natural Resources." https://garivers.org/water-trails-and-paddling/chattahoochee-river-water-trail/ Delaware River Trail - "Canoe through rapids and quiet pools as the Delaware River winds its way through a valley of swiftly changing scenery or fish amid rolling hills and riverfront villages in one of the finest fishing rivers in the northeastern United States. The clean water of the Delaware, the last major undammed river in the eastern United States, supports a healthy ecosystem and offers tranquility and excitement." For river conditions and recommendation, call the Upper Delaware River Hotline at (845) 252-7100. This recorded message is available 24 hours a day and is updated daily during the boating season. It provides the river height, air and water temperatures, boating conditions and general river safety information. For more information visit www.nps.gov/upde. Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) - "Stretching from New York to Maine, the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail is the longest inland water passage in the U.S." https://www.nfctpaddler.com/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/paddle-the-longest-inland-water-trail Tennessee River Blueway - The Tennessee River Blueway flows through Chattanooga and the Tennessee River Gorge, nicknamed the Grand Canyon of Tennessee, for 46 miles from Chickamauga to Nickajack Dam. To plan your trips, always make sure to check current flow conditions: Download the TVA LakeInfo app for smartphones, visit www.TVA.com/environment/lake-levels or call 1-800-238-2264. (work in progress - RS)

Regarding a replacement dryer, maybe go solar - a clothesline. Hot and sunny in California.

Another report states more damage but that the camp's summer program continues Sunday. A staff cabin, a refrigeration unit and the 10,000 square foot program building known as "the Pentagon" were destroyed. Fortunately, the lodge, tenting areas, cabins, restroom facilities and the trading post were not damaged; and that Council will consider rebuilding once insurance is filed. Source: https://www.chicoer.com/2023/07/18/fire-destroys-3-buildings-at-butte-meadow-scout-camp/

"After extinguishing the blaze, Cal Fire said investigators learned the fire was caused by an issue with a dryer appliance. Fortunately, Cal Fire said nobody was seriously injured during this event. Cal Fire says this incident serves as a reminder to maintain and thoroughly clean your dryer vents. They say regularly inspecting and cleaning household appliances, like dryers, can reduce the risk of fires occurring." https://krcrtv.com/news/local/dryer-mishap-ignites-blaze-at-boy-scouts-camp-lassen

"Starting in 1939, a series of Emergency Service programs were put in place for older Boy Scouts (and Explorers). The idea was to have older boys be prepared to assist in various emergency situations by having them be certified in various skills to earn the right to participate. Insignia was created, both for uniform wear and as armbands, and requirements were set to earn the right to wear such insignia. If a unit had a certain number of members certified in Emergency Service, then the unit was considered an Emergency Service Unit. Thus was the Emergency Service programs created. In the beginning, the program grew out of the general need of preparedness for World War II on the home front and from earlier BSA programs. In the postwar years, the program continued with the heightened need for Civil Defense and emergency preparedness. As part of this program, every Boy Scout and Explorer unit were supposed to have a mobilization plan. Starting in the 1960s, the need for these sorts of programs started to decline, in part due to the beginning of Emergency Medical Response systems in most communities, and the program was apparently dropped in the early 90s. However, in part this program continues in the various Search and Rescue and Fire Rescue Explorer Posts and Venturing Crews. It is unfortunate with the increase in various emergency situations around the country (floods, tornados, earthquakes, hurricanes, heat waves, etc.), that the need for these programs is not recognized. Perhaps its the fear of litigation should a Boy Scout or Venturer get injured somehow in performing emergency service work that prevents the BSA from reviving such a program, as well as the increase in profession groups to handle these situations." Source for above quote includes requirements for above patch (many variations over the years https://www.seniorscoutinghistory.org/seniorscoutsite/emergency.html September is National Preparedness Month . How should our scouts help others (victims and professionals) during heat waves, fires, floods, ... Does our insurance cover personal injury during emergency services?