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Tequesta District has 46 units with 521 members. We had a total of 43 Scouts attain the rank of Eagle during 2004, 17 Scouts attain Eagle in 2005, 39 Scouts attain Eagle in 2006, 18 Scouts attain Eagle in 2007, 31 Scouts in 2008, and 13 Scouts attain Eagle in 2009. For more detailed information please visit: TequestaDistrict.org 
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| Round Table Meetings | 1st Monday of each month | First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 536 Coral Way, One block west of LeJeune Road (42nd Avenue) on Coral Way (SW 24th street). |
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| District Committee & District Commissioner | 2nd Monday of each month | First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 536 Coral Way, the second Monday of the month at 7:30 PM |
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| O-Shot-Co-Chee Chapter OA meeting | 2nd Monday | First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables |
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THE TEQUESTA SCOUTER DRUMBEAT
September 2010
District Executive: Chris Piña
305-364-0020 ext. 238
District Chairman: A J Naranjo
786-554-1051
District Commissioner: Manny Gonzalez
786-306-2126
August 30: Roundtable
September 13: District Committee & OA chapter meeting
September 24-26: Fall Ordeal
October 2: Hispanic Heritage Awards Dinner
October 4: Roundtable
October 11: District committee & OA chapter meeting
October 9: University of Scouting
October 16: Cub Fun Day
October 21-22: Sporting Clays Event
October 23: Haunted Forest
| SEPTEMBER ROUNDTABLE is Monday, August 30, 2010
First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
536 Coral Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Program: One last training break-out for Join Scout Night!
The ideal recruitment team is 3 to 4 people. Please send anyone who hasn't been to a training this year! Snacks will be provided! If someone absolutely cannot make it, but would still like some training, contact me, Chris Pina, at 786-553-5271!
The September Roundtable will be at the First United Methodist Church. The district leadership has been informed by the church that they reduce the number of meetings held in its facility. So we will be moving, but don't yet know where.
Cub Scouts: Fast Track Training, Tracking Advancement Progress
See you there!
| | Join Scouting Month
We have had two trainings with one more breakout at the August 30th Roundtable. The school coordinators should have contacted the principals of the schools they are recruiting from. If you don't know who the school principal is, please contact Chris Piña or go to Miami-Dade School Information.
There will be a convenient turn-in location on Thursday evenings during the month of September (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th) at the Head Center at the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables. The Head Center is on the west side of the church. The turn-in location will be staffed from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Camp Survey
Your Opinion Counts! The South Florida Council wants to insure the new camps will meet your camping needs, and give you a forum to express your thoughts. Take the Camp Survey
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Join us for the Eleventh Tequesta District Labor Day Weekend. The dates are September 3, to September 6, 2010. All Tequesta units are invited.
It's FREE, with the condition of completing projects selected by the District Director, Matt Vercher and improvements to Camp Sawyer by Peter Olloqui.
Included is a Fishing Tournament for all Scouts, parents, and Scouters. Who will take home the trophies this year?
A group paella dinner will be held on Sunday evening.
Reservations are a must. A roster of all attendees needs to be submitted. Contact Peter Olloqui at 786-227-1614 or e-mail to peterolloqui at bellsouth.net
| | Cub Fun Day
The Cub Fun Day this year is a one day event on Saturday, October 16, 2010 for both the north and south locations. This is a change from the past and what is printed in the council calendar.
Date: Saturday, October 16
Locations:
South - Homestead Air Base Park
North - Plantation Heritage Park
Cost: $15 if paid before October 1, $20 after Oct. 1.
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
| BSA Motorsports
The Boy Scouts of America’s No. 19 IndyCar entry is competing in the 17-race 2010 IZOD IndyCar® Series schedule. Local Boy Scout members and volunteers will participate in exciting activities at the track and have other unique opportunities at all races.
The car is developed by the Dale Coyne Racing team. The driver, Alex Lloyd, has had several top 10 finishes. The car will be displayed at the Florida Panthers Scout Night on Friday, October 1. It will be racing at the Homestead-Miami Speedway on October 2.
Buy tickets to the Pre-Season Florida Panthers game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday, October 1st at 7:30PM at the Bank Atlantic Center and have a chance to sit in the Boy Scout Indy Show Car and speak to someone from the Dale Coyne Racing Team from 6:00 – 7:30PM in front of the arena. Upper bowl seats are $7 and $13 for lower bowl seats. The pack or troop who buys the most tickets will present the colors during the National Anthem.
Scouts can purchase Race Tickets and/or Paddock Passes by calling Stacey at 305-230-5210 or the ticket hotline at 866-409-RACE. Indy Championship Race Tickets: $30 each for ages 13 and up; Children 12 and under with paying adult are FREE Paddock Passes: $25 each for ages 13 and up; children 12 and under with paying adult are FREE. Maximize your race experience by purchasing a Paddock Pass. This additional pass will allow you two days of access into the Paddock Area located directly behind the garages. In the Paddock area you will catch a glimpse of your favorite team preparing the cars for the championship race. You might even have a chance to get your favorite driver's autograph.
| | OWLS & BALOO Training
Presented by Thunderbird District.
OWLS - Outdoor Webelos Leader Skills
Friday, October 15, 7 p.m. to Sunday, October 17, 2 p.m. This is an overnight course.
Location: Troop 69 Hut. 15425 SW 256 Street, Homestead, FL, 33032
This course is designed to help Webelos leaders learn more about the Webelos' outdoor experience and ways to provide a successful campout.
Registration is $25 per person which includes meals, snacks, and program materials. Registration deadline is October 8, 2010.
BALOO - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
Baloo is a one day training course in basic outdoor camping in accordance with BSA policy. This course is designed fro fun and introduces new leaders and parents to preparing for pack overnights.
Saturday, October 30 at Troop 69 Hut. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost is $15 which includes lunch and program materials. Registration deadline is October 22.
Contact: Rebecca Livingstone 305-498-3209 miksean at bellsouth.net
Jill Smith 305-364-0020 jsmith at sfcbsa.org
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and Den Chief Training
Presented by Fireball District.
Cub Scout Basic Training and Den Chief Training will be held on September 25, 2010.
Location: South Florida Council Service Center. 15255 NW 82nd Ave, Miami Lakes, FL, 33016
Get the required training you need to run a quality program!
Schedule: 9 a.m. registration. Training begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m.
Cost: $15 by 9/22, $20 thereafter. Includes Youth Protection, This is Scouting, Position Specific training, and Trained uniform strip.
Contacts: Leo Guerra 954-552-9963 or Annette Hungler 305-364-0020.
| UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING
Saturday, October 9, 2010
at Miramar High School
Every year the University of Scouting pulls many training programs and opportunities into one exciting event in one location, and provides a wide range of incredible learning opportunities for all adult Scouters.
Whether you're just starting out in Scouting and need basic training, or you're a seasoned veteran Scouter with years of experience under your belt, there is something at University of Scouting for you!
Any of the courses are open to all registered Scouters, regardless of position. The University offers five areas of study: General Studies, Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Venturing, and Sea Scouting. Take your pick!
See you in October 9, 2010 at Miramar High School!
For more information,questions, or assistance, contact:
University of Scouting Dean: Don Yamber
email: ybaldeagle at att.net
Staff Advisor: Brian Estler
Dade: (305) 364-0020 Ext. 234
Broward: (954) 584-4200 Ext. 234
bestler at sfcbsa.org
Go to http://www.sfcbsa.org/Training/UnivofScouting/tabid/95/Default.aspx for the class schedules.
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The Children’s Movement of Florida is a citizen-led, non-partisan movement to educate political, business and civic leaders – and all parents of the state – about the urgent need to make the well-being and education of our infants, toddlers and all other children Florida's highest priority.
Led by a 27-member committee of influential Floridians, The Children's Movement of Florida has announced a statewide, citizen-led, non-partisan series of "Milk Parties" on behalf of Florida's children. The sweeping series of 15 “Milk Party” rallies will be conducted throughout Florida between Sept. 6 and Sept. 30, beginning in Pensacola and ending in Key West. The goal is to attract substantial media coverage.
The events will include appearances by movement leaders, children's advocates, entertainers and local celebrities and supporters. Refreshments will include milk and cookies. A bus called "The Children's Express" will carry the group on "The Children's Movement Road Tour" from city to city. No public funds are being used.
South Florida Milk Parties
Tuesday, Sept. 28 - Ft. Lauderdale and Broward
Time: 7 to 8 p.m. - Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Bailey Concert Hall at Broward College (Central Campus)
Contact: Pam Gadinsky - pam.gadinsky at childrensmovementflorida.org
Wednesday, Sept. 29 - Miami-Dade County
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Doors open at 6 p.m.
Location: Miami-Dade County Auditorium
Contact: John Knight - john.knight at childrensmovementflorida.org
Hispanic Heritage Awards Celebration
The Hispanic Heritage Awards Celebration is celebrated in October during Hispanic Heritage Month. Proceeds from this event help support the Council’s Hispanic Operation Scoutreach.
Program festivities include reception, dinner, awards, music, dancing, cigar roller, and dominoes!
This year's honorees are:
· Carlos Manuel de la Cruz, Jr., CEO of Coca Cola Bottling of Puerto Rico
· Benjamin Leon, Jr., CEO of Leon Medical Centers
· Mario Trueba, CEO of Sabadell United Bank
For more information, call Mike Dames at 305-364-0020
| | Important Changes to Youth Protection Training Policies
Youth safety is the No. 1 concern of the BSA. To increase awareness of this societal problem and to create even greater barriers to abuse than already exist today in Scouting, the Boy Scouts of America is implementing several important changes to further enhance its Youth Protection policies. | | Effective June 1, 2010: - -- Youth Protection training is required for all registered volunteers.
- -- New leaders are required to take Youth Protection training before they submit an application for registration. The certificate of completion for this training must be submitted at the time application is made and before volunteer service with youth begins.
- -- Youth Protection training must be taken every two years. If a volunteer's Youth Protection training record is not current at the time of recharter, the volunteer will not be reregistered.
| | To ensure these policies are fully implemented, please take the following steps:
- -- If you have not taken Youth Protection training within the past two years, please log on to MyScouting and take the training. Be sure to have your member ID number. The number can be found on your Boy Scouts of America membership card.
- -- If you do not know your member ID number, contact your unit leader or committee chairman. Your council can also assist.
- -- A person does not have to be a registered volunteer or have an ID number to take Youth Protection training. To take the training, log in to MyScouting and create an account. From the MyScouting portal, click on E-Learning and take the Youth Protection training. Upon completion, print a certificate and submit it with an application or submit to the unit leader for processing at the local council.
- -- If you have taken Youth Protection training online but did not input your member ID number, please log on to MyScouting and input your member ID in the My Profile section so the training will be linked to your records.
- -- If you have taken Youth Protection training within the past two years but did not take the course online, log on to MyScouting to ensure your records are up-to-date, or contact your council for verification that your Youth Protection training records are accurate.
- -- Finally, please share these important changes with other Scouters.
| | To find out more about the Youth Protection policies of the Boy Scouts of America and how to help Scouting keep your family safe, see the Parent's Guide in any of the Cub Scouting or Boy Scouting handbooks, or go to http://www.scouting.org/Training/YouthProtection.aspx. Thank you for your commitment to our nation's young people and to Scouting. Sincerely, James Terry
Assistant Chief Scout Executive | | The O-Shot-Caw Lodge presents
Haunted Forest
Saturday, October 23, 2010
The annual Haunted Forest is at Markham Park on Saturday, October 23, 2010. The address of  Markham Park is 16001 West Stare Road 84, Sunrise, FL, 33326. Opens at 7 p.m., Trail tours begin at 7:30 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $6. Onsite sales are $10. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.o-shot-caw.org/ at Roundtable and at the council service center.
All proceeds benefit the Joseph Aaron Abbott Campership Fund.
| DIRECTV and the BSA
Scouting into the Future
DIRECTV announced at the 2010 National BSA Annual  Meeting in Dallas a new relationship with the Boy Scouts of America and an opportunity for the Scouting community to support their local council as new DIRECTV subscribers.
The relationship will help subscribers’ wallets as well as councils. Beginning August 1, 2010, new DIRECTV subscribers who sign up using this special Scouting telephone number, 1-877-548-3550, will receive a $100 credit on their bill in the form of ten $10 bill credits. When you call you must provide our Council’s Number (084) and your area code for us to get credit on your new subscription – so: 084 – “your area code”.
Also, for each new subscriber who signs up using the Scouting number, DIRECTV will donate $75 to the local council initiating the new subscription. South Florida Council will deposit every $75 investment from DIRECTV into the O-Shot-Caw Lodge, Order of the Arrow’s Joseph Aaron Abbot Campership Fund to help send Scouts with financial need to summer camp.
DIRECTV is leading the digital television revolution with more than 285 digital channels, the largest HD channel count with 130, and has award winning DVR technology. Their Whole-Home DVR service lets you share your recorded programs with any TV in the house from a single HD DVR. There are also the undisputed leader in sports – with more sports packages and live games than any other provider.
Enjoy the best in family entertainment on DIRECTV and help send Scouts from the South Florida Council to summer camp. Call today to sign up! | | FL Sea Scouts win sailing trophy
Two Sea Scouts from the Gulfstream Council won the William I. Koch International Sea Scout Cup. They out-sailed one of the largest fields ever. The winning tandem was Cody Stansky (holding trophy on the left), a 16-year-old Sea Scout from Jupiter, Fla., and Andrew Britton (holding trophy on the right), also 16, from Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. They're pictured above with, from left, Retired Admiral Charles Wurster, the current Sea Scouting Commodore; Bill Koch, the event's underwriter and winner of the 1992 America's Cup; and BSA Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzuca.
The tournament is held biannually. This tournament was held in New London, Conn. 80 young men and women from the US and international teams from New Zealand, Australia, England, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Brazil, and Trinidad and Tobago participated.
Bill Koch, 63, as a youth enrolled in a summer sailing program at the Culver military Academy in Indiana. The program was modeled after the Sea Scout model. Koch cites his early sailing experience as one that would alter the course of his life. “I learned then that the true art of sailing required teamwork, discipline and leadership,” he said. “If I could fine tune those skills, then I would be better able to manage the surprises that the sea constantly throws at you.”
Koch uses his his T3 philosophy – talent, teamwork, and technology to create a successful business and to win the 1992 America's Cup.
President Obama meets with Scouts in Oval Office
President Barack Obama shakes hands with a young Cub Scout, during a meeting with representatives from the Boy Scouts, in the Oval Office, July 12, 2010. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
An annual report is delivered each year to Congress and several other important members of the United States government. In March, a delegation of Scouts from each program were led by Natioanl Order of the Arrow Chief Brad Lichota. The report included noteworthy statistics on the Scouting movement and described the successes of our program in 2009 before also discussing the significance of the 100th Anniversary of Scouting.
The US president is the honorary president of the Boy Scouts of America. The longstanding tradition of meeting with Scouts goes back to 1910 when President William Howard Taft invited BSA representatives to Washington DC to speak about Scouting.
Some Eagle Scout Certificates don't have Obama's signature
As mentioned above, the United States president is the Boy Scouts honorary president. The Eagle Scout certificates usually have the president's signature. There was a period of time when the Bush signed certificates ran out and Obama's signature was licensed for use by BSA that do not have the president's signature. Eagle Scouts from the fall of 2009 to early in 2010 may not have received certificates with the president's signature. They can contact Josh Christ at the council office and ask for a replacement.
National Jamboree 
BSA celebrated its 100th anniversary at the 2010 Jamboree which is usually held every four years but was moved back one year to coincide with the 100th anniversary. The next Jamboree is in 2013 which will be held at a new National facility that will be known as The Summit: The Bechtel Family National Reserve in West Virginia. Over 43,000 Scouts and Scouters attended this year. South Florida Council had four Jamboree troops. One was led by our District Chairman, A J Naranjo.
Bugling reinstated as separate merit badge
 In the June - August issue of the Drumbeat, it was reported that the Bugling merit badge was being incorporated into the Music merit badge. BSA has reconsidered and changed the previously announced decision.
Responding to concerns from hundreds of Scouters, the BSA's Youth Development team has decided to reinstate Bugling as a separate merit badge.
This means that Bugling will never have officially been part of Music merit badge, because the changes were never reflected in a Boy Scout Requirements book.
Bugling and Music will continue to share a merit badge pamphlet. Requirements and information for both of the badges will be contained within that single booklet.
Tequesta Scouts in Flipper episode
If you can remember when most households had black and white television sets and watched a show called "Flipper" that originated from South Florida, then maybe you can recognize some of these boys. I received the link from Bob Brennan of Troop 21. He had received it from Gary McGraw. This is from Season 2, Episode 19 titled "Slingshot". http://www.hulu.com/watch/64616/flipper---original-slingshot#x-0,vepisode,1,0
| Newest Eagle Scouts
June
David A. Lalama
Troop 870
Scoutmaster: Peter Olloqui
Anthony Sardiñas
Troop 362
Scoutmaster: Dale Toney
July
Dalmiro Desiano
Troop 7
Scoutmaster: Robin Burr
Alberto Garcia
Troop 16
Scoutmaster: Al Garver
Alexander Tames
Troop 7
Scoutmaster: Robin Burr
Kevin Lowenhaupt
Troop 43
Scoutmaster: Kenneth Lowenhaupt
John D. Madril
Troop 76
Scoutmaster: Cesar Fernandez
| | Legacy of the Land
I received this link from Victor Lopez. It is a 23 minute documentary narrated by Bill Moyers about the former Schiff Scout Reservation in New Jersey. Schiff was the National Training center for many years. http://vimeo.com/6858166 "This documentary celebrates the history and achievements of the Schiff Natural Lands Trust, a non-profit organization that operates a nature preserve in Mendham, New Jersey. The project was completed between August 2008 and September 2009, entirely through volunteer efforts. Special thanks to Bill Moyers for the narration, and MobyGratis.com for providing the musical score. You can also see a 4-minute version of this program on YouTube, at this address: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO74w0s4LD4"
Boy Scouts and Lemelson-MIT Program introduce Inventing merit badge 06/17/2010
 The inventive spirit of young people bursted onto the scene in Cambridge, Mass., as hundreds gathered to see the first awarding of the Boy Scouts of America's new Inventing merit badge.
The ceremony was a part of EurekaFest, the Lemelson-MIT Program’s annual event at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Part of the program's mission is to inspire young people to pursue creative lives and careers through innovation.
It makes sense for the Lemelson-MIT Program to partner with the BSA to announce the release of this newest merit badge. Scouting is full of inquisitive youth who will be among the top innovators of tomorrow.
“Scouts represent a new generation of inventors, and we’re honored that they are embracing the significance of inventing,” says Leigh Estabrooks, invention education officer of the Lemelson-MIT Program.
“It’s crucial that we empower our nation’s youth to explore their ideas that can have an impact on their community. The technical skills and discovery process that come with earning this merit badge will teach them that they can invent solutions for today’s problems. Their solutions may help people live healthier, more productive, and more engaging lives.”
BSA Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzuca said he's grateful for the partnership with such an excellent program.
“Throughout the Boy Scouts of America’s rich, 100-year history, merit badges have given Scouts an opportunity to experience and learn about a variety of hobbies and professions," he said. "We are very excited about the Inventing merit badge and what the future holds as Scouts use the tools learned while working on the requirements to help make the world a better place."
One of those merit badges from the BSA's 100-year history was the similarly named Invention merit badge. The badge was discontinued in 1915 after only 10 boys had earned it. The reason for its low popularity? The main requirement told boys to "Invent and patent some useful article." Receiving a product patent is not an easy feat in any generation.
Even though an official merit badge recognizing invention has been dormant for 95 years, the idea of innovation has been fully alive in the Scouting program over the past century. Whether it's a Boy Scout creating a useful camp gadget out of wood and rope or a Cub Scout tuning the aerodynamics on his pinewood derby car, Scouts never stop innovating.
Ready to introduce Inventing merit badge to your troop? Start with the official requirements, available here.
National Outdoor Award Requirements
National Outdoor Badges for Camping, Hiking, Aquatics, Riding, and Adventure
Camping
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Earn the Camping merit badge.
- Earn two of the following three merit badges: Cooking, First Aid, Pioneering.
- Complete 25 days and nights of camping—including six consecutive days (five nights) of resident camping, approved and under the auspices and standards of the Boy Scouts of America—including nights camped as part of requirements 1 through 3 above.
A gold device may be earned for each additional 25 nights of camping. A silver device is earned for each additional 100 nights of camping. The Scout may wear any combination of devices totaling his current number of nights camping.
Hiking
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Earn the Hiking and Orienteering merit badges.
- Complete 100 miles of hiking or backpacking under the auspices of the Boy Scouts of America, including miles hiked as part of requirement 2.
A gold device may be earned for each additional 50 miles hiked. A silver device is earned for each additional 200 miles of hiking. The Scout may wear any combination of devices totaling his current number of miles hiking.
Aquatics
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Earn the Swimming and Lifesaving merit badges.
- Earn the Mile Swim BSA Award.
- Earn at least one of the following merit badges: Canoeing, Rowing, Small Boat Sailing, Whitewater. Complete at least 25 hours of on-the-water time, applying the skills that you learned in the merit badges.
- Complete at least 50 hours of any combination of swimming, canoeing, rowing, small-boat sailing, or whitewater activity under the auspices of the Boy Scouts of America, including time spent in requirements 2 through 4.
A gold device may be earned for each additional 25 hours of aquatic activity. A silver device is earned for each additional 100 hours of aquatic activity. The Scout may wear any combination of devices totaling his current number of hours of aquatic activity.
Riding
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Complete at least one of the following: Cycling merit badge and 100 miles of cycling; or Horsemanship merit badge and 50 miles of horseback riding.
- Complete 200 miles of riding activities, either on a non-motorized bike or a stock animal, under the auspices of the Boy Scouts of America, including the miles in requirement 2.
A gold device may be earned for each additional 100 miles of riding. A silver device is earned for each additional 400 miles of riding. The Scout may wear any combination of devices totaling his current number of miles of riding.
Adventure
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Complete either the Wilderness Survival or the Emergency Preparedness merit badge.
- Complete 10 of any combination or repetition of the following adventure activities under the auspices of the Boy Scouts of America:
a. A backpacking trip lasting three or more days and covering more than 20 miles without food resupply
b. A canoeing, rowing, or sailing trip lasting three or more days and covering more than 50 miles without food resupply
c. A whitewater trip lasting two or more days and covering more than 20 miles without food resupply
d. A climbing activity on open rock, following Climb On Safely principles, that includes camping overnight
e. Earn the National Historic Trails Award
f. Earn the 50-Miler Award
g. Attend any national high-adventure base or any nationally recognized local high-adventure or specialty-adventure program
Items 3a-g may be repeated as desired. A single activity that satisfies multiple items in 3a-g may be counted as separate activities at the discretion of the unit leader. Similarly, a single activity that doubles an item in 3a-d may be counted as two activities at the discretion of the unit leader.
A gold device may be earned for each additional five activities. A silver device is earned for each additional 20 activities. The Scout may wear any combination of devices totaling his current number of activities.
Application: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/430-509.pdf
| Celebrate Scouting Stamp Released at Jamboree
 The U.S. Postal Service released the Celebrate Scouting stamp at a special ceremony at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree.
Hundreds of Scouts, Scouters, and visitors gathered to watch as the 44-cent stamp officially went on sale. It's now available nationwide at local Post Offices and at http://www.usps.com/shop
SummitCorps - The New River Experience
The National Order of the Arrow Committee is pleased to announce SummitCorps - The New River Experience - a hybrid of ArrowCorps5 and our OA High Adventure programs. During July 2011, SummitCorps - The New River Experience will provide service to the New River Gorge National River in West Virginia. Upgrading the trail bed of the Garden Grand Hike and Bike Trail, along with invasive species removal, will be the focus of the project. The Garden Grand Hike and Bike Trail connects the New River Gorge National River to the Boy Scout's new high adventure base and home of the Jamboree - The Summit: The Bechtel Family National Reserve.
Lodge contingents have a choice of four sessions to attend - 1) July 3-9, 2) July 10-16, 3) July 17-23, and 4) July 24-30. Similar to ArrowCorps5 and our High Adventure programs, the week will consist of service and recreation opportunities.
The projected cost for each participant is $250. Youth and adults may participate in SummitCorps - The New River Experience. Lodge contingents are responsible for transportation to and from the event site. The Charleston, WV and Columbus, OH airports are convenient to the event site.
Participants will be required to meet the BSA High Adventure Height/Weight Requirements found on the BSA Annual Health and Medical Form.
More event information, registration details, and promotional materials will be available by late summer 2010. A series of informational webinars will be held in late summer 2010 to provide more details to section and lodge leadership.
The O-Shot-Caw lodge is planning on attending the first week, July 3-9 so as not to conflict with the Indian Summer event. The projected cost mentioned above is the amount that has to be paid for the event, it does not include transportation and other expenses. Any OA member who would like to attend needs to get a $100 deposit in as soon as possible.
National Outdoor Challenge Unit Award
The National Outdoor Challenge is a unit award that recognizes troops/teams that maintain or increase the amount of outdoor activity when compared to the previous year. The application is is due at the end of 2010. With the release of this award, the National Camping Award has been discontinued; however, patches for camping nights will be available until the inventory is depleted.
Application: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/430-016_WB.pdf
With its new National Outdoor Awards, the BSA honors guys who can't stand still
 To recognize that passion for adventure, the BSA announces its new National Outdoor Awards. These awards are available to Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts who meet specific requirements in one of five subject areas: camping, hiking, aquatics, riding, and adventure.
There are two levels of the award. Boys can start with the National Outdoor Badges, seen at left. These are earned by boys who demonstrate "that they are knowledgeable, safe, and comfortable in the outdoor activity covered by the badge."
Each segment is earned by completing the First Class rank, earning relevant merit badges, and accumulating experience—nights of camping, miles of hiking, hours of swimming, etc.
Once they earn a segment, boys can go the extra mile (in some cases literally) and shoot for gold or silver devices, available for spending extra time on a particular
activity.
The badges and devices are impressive, but the highest honor for outdoor lovers is the National Medal for Outdoor Achievement, seen at right.
We originally reported that boys needed all five segments to earn the medal, but the National Camping Task Force has altered those requirements slightly.
The list of requirements is still daunting, though, meaning this medal isn't for everyone.
Boys must earn the Camping badge with a silver device and two other badges, each with gold devices. They must also earn four outdoor-specific merit badges, plan a unit outing, and take a Wilderness First Aid course and a Leave No Trace course, each 16 hours long.
Ready to introduce these new awards to your guys? You'll need the full requirements (see left column).
National Medal for Outdoor Achievement
The National Medal for Outdoor Achievement is the highest recognition that a Boy Scout or Varsity Scout can earn for exemplary achievement, experience, and skill in multiple areas of outdoor endeavor.
In order for a Scout to earn the National Medal for Outdoor Achievement, the Scout must complete the following requirements:
- Earn the First Class rank.
- Earn the National Outdoor Badge for Camping with a silver device.
- Earn any two additional National Outdoor Badges, each with two gold devices.
- Earn the following merit badges: Backpacking, Emergency Preparedness, Nature, and Wilderness Survival.
- Complete a 16-hour course in Wilderness First Aid from the American Red Cross, Wilderness Medical Institute, or other recognized provider.
- Become a Leave No Trace Trainer by completing the 16-hour training course from a recognized Leave No Trace Master Educator.
- Plan and lead, with the approval of your unit leader, an outing for your troop, team, patrol, or squad in two of the following activity areas: hiking and backpacking, aquatic activities, or riding. Include in each outing a service element addressing recreational impacts resulting from that type of activity. With the approval of your unit leader, you may plan and lead the outings for another Cub Scout pack, Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, Sea Scout ship, or Venturing crew.
- Complete at least one of the following:
a. Plan and lead, with the approval of your unit leader, an adventure activity identified in the National Outdoor Badge for Adventure for your troop, team, patrol, or squad.
b. Successfully complete a season on a council summer camp staff in an outdoor area, such as aquatics, Scoutcraft, nature/environment, climbing, or COPE.
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