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B A LT I M O R E A R E A C O U N C I L , B O Y S C O U T S O F A M E R I C A
SPRING 2015
QUARTERLY PERIODICAL • ISSUE 33
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Youth
Protection
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Summer
Camp
Camp Card
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BALTIMORE AREA COUNCIL REPRESENTED AT THE 2014 REPORT TO THE NATION
Lucas Hines, Boy Scouts of Troop 361 of Columbia, MD, was selected as a delegate to the 2014 Report to the Nation
which took place from February 21-26. During the course of a little less than one week, Lucas visited the Naval
Academy, NASA, and the Smithsonian’s Mammal Collection just to name a few.
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elegates at the Smithsonian mammal
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collection. The largest in the world.
Camping Committee Meeting
Office Closed
Nentico Lodge Spring Fellowship
Council Commissioner Meeting
STEM Committee Meeting
VOA/CVC Meeting
Executive Committee Meeting
O. A. Ordeal Week-End
O. A. LEC
Advancement Committee Meeting
A Scout is Reverent Retreat
Camping Committee Meeting
O. A. Ordeal Week-End
Section NE – 6A Conclave
O. A. LEC
Catholic Committee Meeting
Special Needs Committee Meeting
VOA/CVC Meeting
Interfaith Committee Meeting
Office Closed
Council Membership Committee Meeting
JUNE
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Council Camping Committee Meeting
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Flag Day
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Philmont Meeting
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Advancement Committee Meeting
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District Charters Due
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MESSAGE FROM THE SCOUT EXECUTIVE
SPRING IS FINALLY HERE!
¡Por fin ha llegado la primavera!
The weather these last few months sure has
been challenging and very cold. However,
unlike last year, the council was able to remain
open for the most part. The council staff pitched
in to help keep things rolling and Ranger Dave,
Ranger Tom and Travis sure had some
challenges to keep our camp safe for all the
week-end campers. THANK YOU!
En estos últimos meses, el clima no ha dado tregua e hizo mucho frío pero, a diferencia
del año pasado, el Consejo pudo permanecer abierto la mayor parte del tiempo. El
personal del consejo ha sido de gran ayuda para que todo siga funcionando y los
guardaparques Dave, Tom y Travis debieron enfrentarse a varios desafíos para que nuestro
campamento siga siendo un lugar seguro para todos los campistas de fin de semana.
¡MUCHAS GRACIAS!
The Baltimore Area Council is very proud of all
of our Scouts, and it’s especially nice to highlight
their achievements. This issue, we mention
Lucas Hines of Troop 361 (Columbia), who was
selected to be a member of the 2014 Report to
the Nation Delegation. Lucas joined 9 other Scouts and Venturers from across the Nation for
this annual event held February 21-26 in Washington, DC. The Delegation represented the
BSA’s roughly 3.5 million registered youth and adult members in sharing Scouting’s Report to
the Nation to congressional leaders. The Baltimore Area Council conducts a similar event,
called the Report to the State Maryland, which is held at the State House in Annapolis with
Speaker Mike Busch as host. Scouts from across Maryland are invited to attend, tour the Naval
Academy and the State House, all followed with a reception where Scouts could meet a select
group of elected representatives.
Our council will be honoring eleven volunteers with the coveted Silver Beaver Award, the
highest honor a council can bestow upon a volunteer. This event, the Council Recognition
Reception, will be held on April 30th at Loyola University Maryland. Please check the
council’s website to make your reservation. The Eagle Class of 2014 will also be honored as a
total of 489 Scouts reached that pinnacle at year-end.
While the council may have ended the 2014 year on a positive note; thankfully due to an
inheritance from an endowment donor named Clinton Pallister, the board and staff will
continue to work tirelessly to make 2015 a successful one for the Baltimore Area Council! We
have an aggressive and challenging budget for this year including continuing to keep some
strict lines of watching expenses. If any of you knew Clinton, please contact me as we want to
gather as much information as we can.
This is a great council with a great staff, executive board and, most of all, a great group of
committed volunteers. Together, we are already working hard to reaching out to more youth
and continue to offer the “promise of adventure” to all of youth members (okay we want the
adults to experience that adventure too).
El Consejo del Área de Baltimore está muy orgulloso de todos nuestros Scouts, y nos
complace mucho destacar sus logros. En esta edición, mencionamos a Lucas Hines de la
Tropa 361 (Columbia), quien fue elegido miembro de la Delegación del Informe a la
Nación 2014. Lucas, junto con otros nueve Scouts y Aventureros de todo el país, asistieron
a este evento anual realizado del 21 al 26 de febrero en Washington, DC. La Delegación
representó a los casi 3.500.000 jóvenes y adultos registrados en la BSA para compartir el
Informe a la Nación de Scouting con los líderes del congreso. El Consejo del Área de
Baltimore realiza un evento similar llamado el Informe al Estado de Maryland, que se lleva
a cabo en la Casa del Estado de Annapolis, con el Vocero Mike Busch como anfitrión. Se
invitan a Scouts de todo Maryland para que asistan al evento, realicen un tour por la
Academia Naval y la Casa del Estado y disfruten de una recepción donde pueden conocer
a un selecto grupo de representantes electos.
Nuestro consejo honrará a once voluntarios con el distinguido Premio Silver Beaver, el
mayor galardón que los consejos otorgan a sus voluntarios. Este evento, la Recepción de
Reconocimiento del Consejo, se realizará el 30 de abril en la Universidad Loyola Maryland.
Por favor, consulte el sitio web del consejo para hacer su reservación. Se honrará también a
la Clase Águila de 2014, pináculo al que lograron llegar 489 Scouts a fin de año.
Si bien el consejo pudo haber finalizado el 2014 de manera positiva, afortunadamente,
gracias a una herencia de una donación realizada por Clinton Pallister, el cuerpo directivo
y el personal continuarán trabajando incansablemente para que 2015 sea todo un éxito
para el Consejo del Área de Baltimore. Tenemos un presupuesto agresivo y lleno de
desafíos para este año, que incluye seguir manteniendo un estricto control de los gastos. Si
alguno de ustedes conoce a Clinton, por favor contáctese conmigo ya que queremos reunir
la mayor cantidad de información posible.
Este es un consejo grandioso, como lo es su personal y cuerpo ejecutivo y, por sobre todas
las cosas, tiene un grupo de voluntarios comprometidos excepcional. Juntos, ya estamos
trabajando duro para llegar a muchos más jóvenes y continuar ofreciendo la “promesa de
aventura” a todos los jóvenes (está bien, también queremos que los adultos experimenten
esta aventura).
My goals are that we will end this year with a balanced budget, serve more youth this year
than 2014, have more Scouts attend summer camp at Broad Creek, and earn the council-wide
Gold Award in Journey to Excellence! I am confident we will achieve all of these things as we
have a great team! Our staff motto is to not only go gold – but to go platinum.
Mis metas son terminar este año con un presupuesto equilibrado, servir a muchos más
jóvenes que en 2014, que más Scouts concurran al campamento de verano de Broad
Creek, y ganar el Premio de Oro en Journey to Excellence, que se otorga entre todos los
consejos. ¡Estoy seguro de que conseguiremos todas estas cosas porque tenemos un
excelente equipo! El lema de nuestro equipo no es solo obtener el oro, sino el platino.
Thanks for all you do to help our youth!
¡Muchas gracias por todo lo que hacen para ayudar a nuestra juventud!
Brian S. Steger — Scout Executive
Brian S. Steger — Ejecutivo de Scout
2016 PHILMONT COUNCIL CONTINGENT OPENINGS
The Baltimore Area Council will send two Council Contingents to Philmont during the summer of 2016. The first Contingent dates are July 12-25, 2016; and the second
Contingent dates are July 14-27, 2016. A portion of the Council’s contingent crew slots are allocated to units who wish to send an entire crew of 7-12 members to Philmont.
Units with at least 7 participants can apply for these slots in February 2015 via contingent application. Units with less than 7 participants can also apply and will be combined
with other partial crews to maximize the opportunity for those wishing to attend. (Note: If two units combine to form a complete crew, each unit may provide a maximum of
two adult participants.)
To receive an application for a full or partial crew slot, please email Mimi Hatch, the 2016 Council Contingent Leader. Philmont has updated its policies and units MAY attend
Philmont in consecutive years. If needed, the Council will conduct a lottery in March 2015. For more information contact Mimi Hatch at [email protected].
ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING NOTICE
The Baltimore Area Council’s Annual Business Meeting will be held Monday, June 15, 2015 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. followed by a brief reception to be held at 7 p.m. Location to be announced.
The purpose of this meeting is to receive summarized annual committee reports and program highlights, receive and approve unaudited financial statements, elect council members-at-large,
associate members-at-large, local council officers and members of the executive board and to transact such other business as appropriate.
Anyone having any nominations to bring forward, please e-mail: [email protected] by June 1, 2015.
APRIL IS YOUTH PROTECTION MONTH – ARE YOU TRAINED?
SUBMIT YOUR SCOUTING STORY!
According to Childhelp, a leading national non-profit
organization dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and
neglect, by the time you read this letter 6 reports of child
abuse will have been made. Every ten seconds a report of
child abuse is made. By the end of today over 4 child deaths
will occur because of child abuse. Child abuse not only
harms the child, but will harm the child that the person will
grow to be. 90% of child sexual abuse victims know the
perpetrator in some way. 30 % of abuse and neglected
children will abuse their own children.
Do you have an exciting story to share about
Scouting? We want to hear from you! Submit your
story for a chance to appear as the “Scout in
Spotlight” in the Area Scouter, E-Area Scouter—or
even a press release in your local media.
B AC youth with Sheriff Jay Fisher.
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Baltimore
County Sheriff R. Jay Fisher is the Honorary Chair of the
Baltimore Area Council’s “April is Youth Protection Month.” Recognition and prevention starts in the home. As they join,
Scouts are required to review and discuss with their parents information in the parent’s guide “How to Protect your
Children from Child Abuse.” This guide helps a parent understand what child abuse is, how to recognize it, how a child
can resist it, and how to report it. This is known as the “Three Rs:” Recognition, Resist and Report. This guide helps
parents talk with their children about child abuse prevention.
The Boy Scouts of America designed a training program called “Youth Protection” that discusses Child Abuse prevention
and the policies of the organization to prevent Child Abuse. The training is now mandatory for all registered adult
leaders. The training is on-line and available to all, not just leaders or parents. It can be accessed through the Boy Scouts of
America’s website www.scouting.org/youthprotection click on the My.Scouting portal and sign in and take the training you
need not be a registered leader to have a My.Scouting account.
E-mail your stories to Jessica Fugate, PR and
Communications coordinator at
[email protected]
SPRING 2015
Coming in November
2015 Gathering of Eagles Reception
Celebrating 103 years of Eagle Scouts in Maryland
If you would like to volunteer or contribute to this celebration contact
event Chairman Steve Edwards
Eagle Scout Steve Edwards – CEO, Edwards Project Solutions
[email protected]
MIKULSKI MEETS WITH MARYLAND BOY SCOUT SELECTED TO DELIVER REPORT ON BOY SCOUTS
IMPACT ON COMMUNITIES & LEADERS OF TOMORROW
U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski met with Boy Scout Lucas Hines of Columbia, MD On Wednesday, February 25th, Senator Mikulski met with Lucas Hines, a 12-year-old Boy Scout from Columbia, Maryland serving as a national delegate
delivering the 2014 Boy Scouts of America Report to the Nation to federal government leaders. “I am so proud to salute Lucas Hines who has demonstrated his leadership and commitment to serving his community representing Maryland as a national
delegate,” said Senator Mikulski, Co-Leader of Honorary Troop 1, a Girl Scout Troop of the Women of the Senate. “As a Girl Scout, I know firsthand the
important role Scouting plays in teaching leadership and community service. I will continue to take the lessons I learned in the Girl Scouts – helping people at
all times and being honest, fair, friendly and helpful – with me to the United States every day. Lucas and Scouts across the Maryland are future leaders in our
communities, working to make the world a safer, stronger and smarter place to live.”
Lucas is one of 10 youth delegates from across the United States selected to represent the Boy Scouts of America in presenting the organization’s annual Report to the Nation, which details Scouting
accomplishments in 2014. Delegates were selected from among 2.4 million youth members to present the annual report. The delegation, which arrived in the Nation’s capital on February 21, is
visiting with and delivering the report to key U.S. Cabinet members and House and Senate leadership. The complete Report to the Nation is available online at ScoutingNewsroom.org.
Source: http://www.mikulski.senate.gov/newsroom/press-release
Effective September 1, 2015, the use of
15-passenger vans manufactured before 2005
will no longer be allowed in connection with
Scouting programs and activities. Any 2005
or later 15-passenger vans may be used if
equipped with Electronic Stability Control
and seat belts for all passengers as well as the
driver. This applies to all vehicles, regardless
of ownership.
The use of pre-2005 15-passenger vans could
result in there being no BSA GLIP insurance
coverage available in the event of an accident.
INTERESTED IN INTERNATIONAL SCOUTING?
Check out the Council’s new International Committee webpage!
For information and volunteer resources, visit: http://www.
baltimorebsa.org/volunteer-resources/internationalcommittee/58644
Here you will find information on the Youth Ambassador Program
(including DC embassy open houses available to Scouts this May),
the 2015 World Jamboree, and the International Spirit Award
(which Scouts and Scouters can earn).
The BAC represented at the 2014 Report to the State of MD
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR
NEW EAGLES SCOUTS!
David Ossman
Neelesh Mupparapu
Daniel Hopkins
Frank Lopez Jr
Jackson Hill
Kenneth Rukenbrod II
Erin Jackson Jr
Nathaniel Killoran
William Mosley
David Hutchins
Zachary Dissen
John Jones III
Carl Garrett
James Smith
Scott Walczyk
Tyler Zabriskie
Gabriel Ponniah
Marc Fleming Jr
Erik Simons
Joseph Perison
Aaron Pilius
Nathaniel Hoffman
William Brown
Ian Shelton
Alejandro Finkner
Peter De Guzman
Matthew Phelps
Benjamin Mann
Evan Nuss
Emmanuel Grogan
Matthew Woerner
Sean Donnelly
Justin Whitaker
Daniel Engbert
Matthew Lynch
Julien Amrhein
Scott Mouring
Nicholas Heuchan
Benjamin Fleury, V
Ryan Jones
Luke Lapointe
Christopher Heckert
Lorenzo Palumbo
Joel Davis
Jacob Rehak
Nolan McCue
Justin Knoll
Bradley Clocker
Andrew Bellis
Jack Dougherty
Yerachmiel Markowitz
Michael Hufker
John Smith
John Veihdeffer
Johnathan Goemmer
Ryan Smith
Bryan Westerman
Nathan Ehrhardt
Matthew Marx
James Kirschner, Jr.
George Wieber
Luke Cullip
Benjamin Chase
Nathan Huber
Christian Klima
Chad Kandare
Ryan Kirby
Michael Nanan
Andrew Rudrow
Samuel Kiegel
Aaron Gehring
Clayton Pilcher
Francis Marcellino III
Alexander O’Ree
Drew Dyer
Michael Baker
Austin Gusler
Benjamin Berger
Noah Burckman
Thomas Condron
Matthew Seidenman
Matthew Abel
Christopher Conover
Jackson Tillman
Justin Cho
Matthew Bishop
Patrick Coward
Cameron Blomquist
Anthony Wyler
Eric Duguay
Alexander Liu
Douglas Griffies
Dennis Bergsman
Adam Mizell
James Judson
Michael Walton
Lucas Dittman
Kenneth Friedel
Aidan Van Gieson
Miles Parks
Samuel Clemens
Tanner Folkman
Caleb Sharp
Paul Hicks
Tyler D’Agati
Ryan Johnson
Travis Stewart
Ryan Rosner
John Draper
Collin Mays
Zachary Shelton
Nicholas Garnsey
Matthew Tripp
Jacob Murdock
Andrew Yemc
Souvik Pramanik
Matthew Hasson
Richard Martin
Jeremy Houck-Tennant
Please contact Burt Marsh with any questions: [email protected] or
410-381-2679.
PERSONNEL
I am pleased to announce the following new additions to the council staff:
Daniel Ksiazek has assumed the position as Program Director that became effective
Thursday, January 1st. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from State University of New
York College at Plattsburgh. Dan served as District Executive and Senior District Executive
in Longhouse Council, Syracuse, New York for four years. He served as staff advisor for
Sabattis Scout Reservation and was instrumental in Sabattis exceeding budgeted surplus.
Dan also served as staff advisor for the National STEM/NOVA pilot program. He was staff
lead on all technology related items such as replacement/upgrades on office computers,
PAS systems and individual user systems.
I am also pleased to announce that Pamela Amberman has assumed the position as Office
Assistant effective Tuesday, January 13th. She has a BS from Frostburg State University in
Early Childhood Education. Pam previously worked as office manager for Cedarbrook
Business Services, TOUSA, Inc., Toll Brothers and Qualified Home Improvements.
Matthew Benedetto has assumed the position as Accountant effective Tuesday, January
27th. He has a Bachelors in Accounting from Dowling College, New York. Matt previously
worked as Shipping and Receiving Manager for S&J Entrance, Farmingdale, New York and
Head Coach and Campsite Director for Long Island Junior Ducks, Central Islip, New York.
Please join me in welcoming Dan, Pam and Matthew to the Baltimore Area Council team.
Brian Steger
Scout Executive
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Wed: 9am-7pm & Sat: 10am-3pm
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BEL AIR
Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri: 9am-5:30pm
Wed: 9am-7pm & Sat: 10am-3pm
5 Bel Air South Pkwy Ste. J1009
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BALTIMORE
Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri: 9am-5pm
Thurs: 9am-7pm & Sat: 10am-3pm
Baltimore, MD 21211 410-338-0144
BROAD CREEK SCOUT RESERVATION
Weekends:
1929 Susquehanna Hall Road—lower level
Whiteford, MD 21160
410-420-4085
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MEMORIAL TRIBUTES
In Memory Of Walter Myers
Robby Cohen
Mike Neuman
Dan Dinkin
Don Martin
Joe & Patty Scott
Steve Gevarter
Bryan Maynard
Charles Jay
Rebecca Trapp
Mark Sheavly
Elizabeth Thomas
David W. Peters
Carl Echols
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DRIVING VEHICLE DONATIONS.
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In Honor of Nancy Stocksdale
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SPRING 2015
WESTERN BALTIMORE COUNTY
ARROWHEAD DISTRICT
District Chairman | Steve Gevarter | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Charley Jay | [email protected]
District Executive | Brendan Canale | w. 443.573.2534 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org/arrowhead
Roundtable and Training Site: Journey of Faith Church, formerly known as St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 7902 Liberty Road, Randallstown, MD
CALENDAR
APRIL
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District Committee Meeting, 7:30pm, (Journey of Faith
Church, 7902 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD)
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Roundtable and OA meeting, 7:30pm (Journey of Faith
Church, 7902 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD)
24-26 AH Camporee/Weboree (Camp Milldale)
COMMISSIONER CORNER
With great thanks to Brian Burkhard at Tufts University and John A. Hovanesian, M.D. of the Orange (CA)
Council I would like to present Mr. Burkhard’s five “Cs” of “Positive Youth Development.” As follows:
Confidence, gained through recognizing one’s own self-worth happens when a young person is recognized for
accomplishment. Scouting’s uniform, organizational structure and the consistent rules for good living provide a
structure that defines who the Scout is.
Competence comes from mastering skills. Peer-to-peer Scout instruction further reinforces these skills and gives
a sense of mastery that is essential for PYD.
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Eagle Coach Session (Camp Milldale)
25
Brotherhood Conversion / District Call Out (Camp
Milldale)
Connection with other young people and adults in relationships with positive reinforcement. This social
connection is missing from the lives of far too many young people in our world but is fundamental to the
Scouting experience.
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District Annual Business Meeting, 7:30pm (Journey
of Faith Church, 7902 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD)
TUESDAY
Caring. Built into all of our Scouting principles are the Golden Rule, and we are continuously teaching Scouts to
care for God and country, their world around them, and each other. A sense of warmth and safety is essential for
PYD.
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District Committee Meeting, 8pm (Journey of Faith
Church, 7902 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD) TUESDAY
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District Recognition Dinner, 6pm (Holy Family Church,
9535 Liberty Road, Randallstown MD 21133)
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We Remember, 6:15pm (Garrison Forest Cemetery)
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We Remember, 6:15pm (Lowden Park Cemetery)
Character means knowing how to behave, even when no rules are posted. It’s the grit required to carry a long
task through to completion (sadly missing in so many young people today). It’s the ability to maintain a positive
attitude in good and bad weather. More than anything, it’s what separates Scouting from so many other youth
activities. While the schedule says we’re building a pinewood derby car, what we’re actually building is a better
leader for tomorrow.
MAY
JUNE
22-26 Arrowhead Cub Day Camp (Patapsco Park, 8125
Johnnycake Road Woodlawn, MD 21244)
FRIENDS OF SCOUTING
The Arrowhead District Friends of Scouting Campaign is
doing great! Friends of Scouting is a great opportunity for
every unit and family to make a contribution to support
the Scouting program in Central Maryland. I personally
want to thank all of the units and leaders who have
scheduled their FOS presentations. I expect to complete
all FOS presentations by the end of April. We are making headway and every dollar helps us reach
our goal to put forth an excellent program in the
Baltimore Area Council. It has been a pleasure working
with all of the great unit leaders in the Arrowhead District
and I hope to continue having great experiences with all
of you!
Springtime in the Arrowhead District means lots of activities (for both adults and youth) leading up to summer
camp, hopefully for all Arrowhead units. The District Camporee is April 24, 25, and 26 and the district dinner is
Monday May 11th. We Remember Thur. & Fri. May 21st and May 22nd.
Lastly, all Arrowhead units don’t forget about the new Commissioner Tool box that your Commissioner now
possesses to help you provide an even better program. The Unit Service Plan is the key to this new adventure. If
your commissioner hasn’t contacted you please let me know.
As always, I invite all Arrowhead District Scouting adults to share any feedback with me on how your
Commissioner is doing or any other Scouting concern either by email [email protected], phone (443)
794-6228 or personally at “where else?” our monthly Roundtable meetings (second Monday of the month at 730
pm at Journey of Faith Church, 7902 Liberty Road, Windsor Mill, MD 21244 – one block north of the Baltimore
Beltway – Liberty Road exit).
Yours in Scouting,
Charley Jay
Arrowhead District Commissioner.
Thank you,
Joe Scott
AH FFOS Chairman
DAY CAMP 2015
Don’t miss out on the
fourth annual Arrowhead
District Day Camp to be
held June 22-June 26,
2015 from 8:30 am
– 4:00 pm at the Pickall
Area of Patapsco State
Park, 8125 Johnnycake
Road, Woodlawn MD
21244. This year’s theme
is “CSI ~ Cub Scout
Investigators” ~ you don’t
want to miss all of the
fun we have
planned! Horseback riding, STEM activities, and the all
popular shooting sports ranges will be back and bigger
than ever.
Campers and volunteers please register online here:
www.baltimorebsa.org/AHDayCamp
$10 late fee applies after 4/17/15.
Come one, come all to volunteer for day camp! Help
out at Stations or Dens or at the Family Fun Day! Boy
Scouts, Girl Scouts, Scouters, parents and grandparents
are welcome to join the fun. All training will be
provided free of charge. We can’t have the BIGGEST,
and BEST Day Camp without YOU!
Please contact Marilyn Cox for more information via
phone at 410-719-5968 or e-mail at:
[email protected]
DISTRICT NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Each year, per our Council Bylaws, the Arrowhead District convenes a Nominating Committee to make
recommendations and select the leadership of our district for the coming year (May 2015 to May 2016).
The Nominating Committee is responsible for selecting District Chair, Vice-Chair(s), and Members-At-Large. This committee also recommends to the Council Executive Board a District Commissioner candidate. If you like
to make a nomination, please send the information in writing to:
Arrowhead District Nominating Committee
Brendan Canale, Secretary
Baltimore, Maryland 21211
The Arrowhead District annual business meeting will be held on TUESDAY May 5, 2015 at 7:30 PM. The location is: Journey of Faith Church - 7902 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD
At this meeting, the district officers and members-at-large will be elected. Voting members of the district include
current officers, members-at-large and chartered organization representatives.
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CARROLL COUNTY
CARROLL DISTRICT
District Chairman | Randy Baldwin | c. 443.789.3566
District Commissioner | Mark Crampton | h. 410.549.2370
Senior District Executive | Ron McKinney | w. 443.573.2531 | [email protected]
Website: www.baltimorebsa.org/carroll | Email: [email protected]
CALENDAR
COMMISSIONER’S COMMUNIQUE
Hello Scouters.
APRIL
3
As you read this, the memories of the winter have faded and hopefully your units have successfully handed Cub
Scouts off to Troops and that your remaining Cub Scouts are looking forward to earning their rank advancements!
On the Troop side, your Scouts should be using the warmer weather to plan & carry out their service and eagle
projects. It’s also a great time to start those merit badges that take several months to complete. It’s best to plan in
advance so you can balance time properly with school work. Planning ahead to complete these over the summer
makes a lot of sense. Good Friday- Office closed
5Easter
7
District Committee Meeting
11
Tiger Fun Day- American Legion Post Sykesville, MD
14
Roundtable/Order of Arrow/Commissioners Meeting
Scouter of the Year Nominations Deadline
District Award of Merit District Nominations deadline
25
District Pinewood Derby- Ag Center Westminster, MD
On the adult side of things, hopefully you already have the slots filled for adults leaving your units. If you have
some that are likely to leave this time next year, now is the time to begin that process of seeking and mentoring
those who will step up to lead your units into the future. It is also a great time to take stock of the training for the
adults in your unit. If they will be changing positions, don’t forget to insure they take the needed training for the
new position. MAY
1-3
Webelos Woods
5
Annual District Meeting
12
Roundtable Meeting: camp card sales end
19
Carroll District Recognition Dinner
25
Memorial Day Parade
Council Office closed
Even though the school year is winding down please make sure you keep your Scouts engaged over the summer. By making scouting a year-round program, your Scouts will experience new things, make new friends at day or
resident camp, and will also have the ability to attain their personal goals of advancement at a faster pace. Don’t
forget that recruitment should also be a year-round activity. Whether its sports leagues or other places to engage
youth, we should look for ways to offer kids scouting as something to exist with the many other things in their
lives instead of competing against those interests.
JUNE
2
District meeting
9
Roundtable Picnic-Come one come all
14
Flag Day at Farm Museum
22-26 Carroll District Day Camp
Lastly, don’t forget our District Dinner on May 12th. Please visit our district website for details. I hope to see you
there to enjoy an evening with fellow scouters!
YIS,
Mark
FROM THE DESK OF THE CHAIR
As the cold weather has faded, spring programming is underway! We have a great opportunity to evaluate what we
are doing well and where we need to concentrate our efforts as a district. As Chair one thing is clear to me, our
volunteer staff is excellent, dedicated and worth of our praise. As a district we are providing up-to-date and fresh
training opportunities, advancement opportunities and service opportunities which capture the spirit of Scouting
for our youth. Implementation of these aspects of the program takes dedicated and interested adults. However,
we always need new members to keep the district program vibrant. If you are interested in serving, even in a
small role (1 event per year), please let Jack Lusby (Nominating Committee Chair) know what level of
commitment you are interested in, and we will get you involved.
One of my best friends in Scouting used to always say, “don’t let me watch your boys grow up all by myself, come
out and enjoy this process too” to new scout parents when the bridged into our Troop. The bottom line is, we will
watch the boys grow and prosper in the program, but why shouldn’t you also enjoy the feeling of seeing our youth
grow? Every little bit of participation is appreciated, start small and find your passion. Our spring has plenty of opportunities for our youth, please check the calendar and if your Pack, Troop, Crew or
team are not participating, ask the leadership why not? You have the power to drive the district by participating
in the events with your youth, and we look forward to seeing you.
Any spring note from the Chair would not be complete without asking if you had yet contributed to the friends of
scouting campaign that keeps our council healthy. We need to support the program to keep it thriving, please
consider a gift. I look forward to seeing you this spring and summer as the program rolls on, please introduce yourself to me at
these events and let us know what we are doing well. Yours in Scouting,
Randy Baldwin
HELLO CARROLL DISTRICT SCOUTERS & PARENTS
2015 CARROLL DISTRICT CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP
Half mast for Scout, Chad Lowe
The BAC and the Carroll County District sends our condolences
to the family of Chad Lowe.
Our Cub Scout Day Camp is right around the corner June 22-26 at the AG Center Westminster, MD. NOW is the time to
register your Scouts. We strongly encourage parent and adult participation. We offer a tot-lot for participating parents for
pre-school aged youth please contact Camp Director Mary Geiman for details [email protected] or Day Camp
Registrar, Bob Betz [email protected]
KLONDIKE 2015
Our Klondike is officially in the books for 2015! We
would like to thank Bob Betz, Trevor Colby, Nichol Pape,
Bill Blonkowski, Michael Shelton, Chad Geist and the
many others who help to make the Klondike a huge
success for our Scouts!! What a great job!! Special Thanks
to Tom Brown Jr. & the staff of Rental Solutions for
multiple tents and equipment which made Klondike a
Warm and Cozy experience!
oy Scout obstacle course at
B
Advanced Klondike
Cub Scout Klondike Activities
Cub Scouts Team building activity
ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING NOTICE:
PROVISIONAL SUMMER CAMP AT BROAD CREEK
The District Annual Business Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 7:15 pm. at
the PNC Training Facility Building, 118 E. Main St Westminster, MD (Across street from the
PNC Bank). At this meeting, the slate of district officers and members-at-large will be
elected. Voting members of the district include current officers, members-at-large who
reside in the district, and chartered organization representatives of Carroll district units.
Carroll District will once again host and provide quality leadership for any Boy Scout who
is unable to attend summer camp with their Troop or would like a second week of summer
camp. It’s a great opportunity to work on additional merit badges or meet rank
requirements. Please contact Daniel Green 443-277-4514 for more information before May
1, 2015.
SPRING 2015
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SOUTH EAST BALTIMORE COUNTY
CHESAPEAKE DISTRICT
District Chairman | Rich Gambrill | h. 410.335.8435 | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Art Betz | h. 410.288.7072 | [email protected]
Senior District Executive | Jim Barton | w. 443.573.2530 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org/chesapeake | www.broadcreekbsa.org
CALENDAR
APRIL
1
Commissioner Staff 7 pm /District Committee Meeting
8pm
Zion United Church of Christ
3
Good Friday – Scout Service Center CLOSED
5Easter
8
Leader Roundtable Meeting/OA Chapter Meeting
7:30pm
22 Earth Day
30
Council Recognition Reception/Silver Beaver Induction
MAY
6
Chesapeake District Annual Business Meeting 8pm
(Check article below & website for more details) Zion
United Church of Christ
(NO COMMISSIONER MEETING THIS MONTH)
10
Mother’s Day
13
Leader Roundtable Meeting 7:30 pm Zion United Church
of Christ
25
Memorial Day – Scout Service Center CLOSED
30
Cub Scout Aviation Day – Martin State Airport
JUNE
3
Commissioner Staff 7 pm /District Committee Meeting
8pm
8
District Recognition Picnic 6 pm Zion United Church of
Christ
14
Flag Day
21
Father’s Day/First Day of Summer
22-26 Cub Scout Day Camp – Chesterwood Park (Check article
below & website for more details)
CHESAPEAKE’S NEWEST
SILVER BEAVER RECIPIENT
Rich Gambrill, current District
Chairman of Chesapeake District
will be awarded the Silver Beaver
Award by the Baltimore Area
Council at its Annual Volunteer
Recognition Reception on April 30,
2015. The Silver Beaver Award is
the highest volunteer award that a
Boy Scout Council can award to
deserving Scouters. You don’t earn
it; you don’t apply for it – you are
nominated by the District Awards
Committee, who, in turn, present
it to a Council Committee of Silver
Beaver recipients for a vote. Not
every District has a recipient and
we are blessed to have Rich to
represent our District and our
strong program. Let’s show some
support for Rich (and the 2014
Eagle Scouts) by attending the
2015 Council Volunteer
Recognition Reception. Please
contact Jim Barton for more
information on how you can
attend.
DISTRICT EXECUTIVE’S CORNER – JIM BARTON
It has been a great winter and early Spring Scouting Season in the District. We had two very successful Klondike
Derbies: Boy Scouts at Camp Saffran in January where we even had some snow on the ground and Cub Scouts
at Chesterwood Park on a fairly warm February day. Additionally, we had an amazing S.T.E.M. Boy Scout
Aviation Day Event at Martin State Airport in March, the District Pinewood Derby, Blue & Gold Dinners and
Courts of Honor.
We are continuing to grow Scouting in our district with the help of each and every one of you, and for that, I
thank you! Our District achieved the Silver status for the 2014 Journey to Excellence – we are going for the GOLD in 2015! With
every unit completing their own Journey to Excellence program in 2015, there is no reason that the District can’t reach the GOLD
milestone!
I also want to say thank you to everyone who has assisted me during the past three years as your Senior District Executive. I have
enjoyed every moment of my tenure in Chesapeake District as a Professional Scouter, but I will be retiring on June 1. You won’t
get rid of me though, as I have been appointed the Charter Organization Representative at Back River United Methodist Church,
which currently charters Pack 372 and will also be re-starting Troop 372, to serve the Back River Neck Peninsula. Maybe I’ll even
get to go camping and hiking again…
CHESAPEAKE DISTRICT AWARD NOMINATIONS
Please consider nominating some of your fellow Chesapeake District Scouters for one of the following awards:
District Award of Merit • District Spark Plug Award • Unit “Unsung Hero” Award
Electronic copies of the nomination forms can be found on the Chesapeake District webpage at www.baltimorebsa.org/
chesapeake. You can also pick up nomination forms at any district roundtable. The awards will be presented at the Chesapeake
District’s Annual Recognition Picnic, which will be held on June 8, 2015 at the pavilion at Zion United Church of Christ
(Roundtable location).
The recognition picnic is a great time for your Unit’s committee to say “thank you” to all of those volunteers who help make
Scouting happen in your Unit and the District. The picnic is also an ideal time to single out that special person in your Unit with
the “Unsung Hero” or District Spark Plug Awards for all their hard work for your Unit or the District. Please refer to each
nomination form for the requirements for each award.
All nominations are due to Rick Brewster by Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015. Please mail the nomination forms to Rick at 10
Oakwood Road, Baltimore, MD 21222-2407, via e-mail at: [email protected], or bring them to the District Roundtable
meeting. (You may also drop off your nomination forms to Jim Barton at the Council Office).
The Chesapeake District Annual Business Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 8:00pm. The location is: Zion
United Church of Christ, 7140 Golden Ring Road, Essex, MD 21221.
At this meeting, the slate of district officers and members-at-large put into nomination by the district nominating committee
will be elected. If you would like to be considered for a District Committee job or to be nominated as a District member-atlarge, or wish to nominate someone else (with their permission), please contact Patrick Swink, Chesapeake District
Nominating Committee Chairman, by April 1, 2015. He can be reached via e-mail at [email protected] or by phone:
410-458-1460. Voting members of the District include current officers, members-at-large, and Council members-at-large
who reside in the District and Chartered Organization Representatives of Chesapeake District units. This notice is posted in
the Area Scouter, in addition to a mailed notice to all voting members and posting on the District webpage.
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CENTRAL BALTIMORE COUNTY
DULANEY DISTRICT
District Chairman | David Marks | [email protected]
District Commissioner | George Stover | h. 410.961.5942 | [email protected]
District Director | Casey Snyder | w. 443.573.2540 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org | Like us on Facebook at Dulany District Boy Scouts
CALENDAR
APRIL IS YOUTH PROTECTION MONTH, SO LET’S TAKE A MINUTE TO TALK ABOUT WHY
YOUTH PROTECTION IS CRITICAL AND A MANDATE OF SCOUTING.
APRIL
2
District Committee Meeting (Towson University Marriott 7:30
PM)
2
District Commissioners’ Meeting (Timonium University
Marriott 6:30 PM)
3
Good Friday (Council Service Center Closed)
14
District Roundtable (Timonium UMC 7:30 PM)
17-19
District Camporee (BCSR)
Who should take Youth Protection training? Everyone! All registered Scout leaders, any Scout
parent who attends trips or campouts, merit badge counselors, and anyone with a connection to
youth. If you’re a past member, current member, parent, or volunteer, you should be Youth
Protection trained. This 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.
MAY
2-3
Towson Town Spring Festival
7
District Committee Meeting – (Towson University Marriott
7:30 PM)
7
District Commissioner Meeting – (Timonium University
Marriott 6:30 PM)
8-10
OA-Ordeal Weekend
12
District Roundtable – (Timonium United Methodist Church
7:30 PM)
25
Memorial Day – Council Service Center Closed
26
OA Chapter Meeting
Knowing that child abuse exists is not enough to prevent it. You must know what to look for. Children may face some type of
abuse at home, physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse. They may get bullied in school, or exposed to predators while online. Or
the threat may come from neighbors or other parents and youth.
The “three R’s” of Youth Protection convey a simple message for the personal awareness of our youth members:
1: Recognize situations that place you at risk of being molested, how child molesters operate, and that anyone could be a
molester.
2: Resist unwanted and inappropriate attention. Resistance will stop most attempts at molestation.
3: Report attempted or actual molestation to a parent or other trusted adult. This prevents further abuse and helps to protect
other children. Let the Scout know he or she will not be blamed for what occurred.
JUNE
8
District Recognition Dinner
29
July 3 Cub Scout Day Camp
Why is Youth Protection training so important? Most people know very little about the dangers
that confront children every day. This training helps make volunteers and parents more aware,
and it empowers them to help protect youth. It also communicates to parents that volunteers have
basic knowledge of these dangers and gives them a little more confidence in the leadership and in
the organization.
Recognizing that youth protection requires sustained vigilance, I would ask that all units make YPT a priority for all leaders and
parents that partake in scouting events. Youth Protection Policies protect our youth as well as our leaders. Training is a simple
online process. I would suggest you pick a date just prior to your YPT expires and every two years take you’re training on that 2
year anniversary date. It’s that simple!
Yours in Scouting,
FROM THE DISTRICT CHAIRMAN:
George Stover
District Commissioner
Source: scouting.org / Scouting Magazine
It has been an honor to serve as
Dulaney District Chairman over the
past year. This is an amazing and
dynamic district that stretches
across some of Baltimore County’s
most distinctive areas, from Pulaski
Highway to Falls Road and the
north county. I am happy to report
that we have many healthy and
growing Scouting units.
This year, we have made a real focus to improve our
outreach into neighborhoods and showcase some of
the great work being done by our Scouts. Service
projects not only teach our youth the value of giving
back to one’s community, but improve neighborhoods
when government resources are scarce. From
Idlewylde Park in Towson to new trails in places like
Perry Hall, the mark of Scouting is everywhere.
I want to thank all those who have volunteered for the
Dulaney District. We can always use new
volunteers. Our District meetings are every first
Tuesday of the month during the school year. This
does not need to require a lot of new time - we are
simply looking for ideas and manpower on some key
projects. I would also like to thank those who
contributed during our Friends of Scouting
campaign. If you have not donated, please reach out
to Casey Snyder at [email protected]. As the spring winds into summer, we are looking
forward to our Camporee at Broad Creek Memorial
Scout Reservation, then the Dulaney District will take
center stage at the Towsonstown Spring Festival.
Watch for our Scouts during the opening ceremonies
on May 2nd and stop by our booth both days. Our
recruitment for the Scouting program never ends.
I also encourage Scouts to register early for Merit
Badge University, scheduled for September 12th and
13th. Information will be available on the Dulaney
District Web Site. Finally, to view the latest on our Dulaney District,
“like” and share our Facebook page, https://www.
facebook.com/dulaneybsa.
Thank you for your support of one of America’s
greatest youth movements.
David Marks
District Chairman
Dulaney District, Boy Scouts of America, Baltimore
Area Council.
DISTRICT NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Each year, per our Council Bylaws, the Dulaney
District convenes a Nominating Committee to make
recommendations and select the leadership of our
district for the coming year (May 2015 to May
2016).
The Nominating Committee is responsible for
selecting District Chair, Vice-Chair(s), and
Members-At-Large. This committee also
recommends to the Council Executive Board a
District Commissioner candidate. If you like to
make a nomination, please send the information in
writing to:
Dulaney District Nominating Committee
Casey Snyder, Secretary
Baltimore, Maryland 21211
The Dulaney District annual business meeting will
be held on Thursday, May 7, 2014 at 8:15 PM. The
location is:
The Towson University Marriott
10 W Burke Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
At this meeting, the district officers and membersat-large will be elected. Voting members of the
district include current officers, members-at-large
and chartered organization representatives.
Pack 732 Arrow of Light Reception
DULANEY DISTRICT HEADS TO BROAD CREEK
Does your unit take 100% of all of your boys to summer
camp? Whether it is at Broad Creek Scout Camps or
another camp; Summer Camp is the most important time
of the Scouting year for a Boy Scout. At summer camp, a
young man begins to learn to provide for himself, learns
valuable skills, and has exciting adventures in scouting with
new and old friends. Don’t let family vacations, band
camp, or other summer activities get in the way of a young
scout having a chance to experience the best part of
scouting. To help with this; the Dulaney District is excite to
announce that we once again will be providing the Dulaney
District Provisional Scout Week at Broad Creek Memorial
Scout Reservation!
If your unit has a scout that cannot make summer camp
with the troop, tell him to attend a provisional week to have
a great experience with scouts from other troops. The
Dulaney District Provo Troop is being head up by a great
Scoutmaster, Mr. Don Smith.
Don has infinite years of
scouting under his belt and is
excited to take on the
opportunity of making sure
every boy gets a chance to go
to summer camp.
Provisional Weeks are also
great for ambitious scouts
who would like another
week of Merit Badge
Instruction and adventure!
Mr. Don will be taking the
provisional unit to Camp
Saffran, July 5-11. Mark
your calendars now!
SPRING 2015
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NORTHERN ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
FOUR RIVERS DISTRICT
District Chairman | Doug Sweely |[email protected]
District Commissioner | Karen Scheel | [email protected]
District Director | Jenna Welle | w.443.573.2536 | [email protected]
[email protected]
CALENDAR
APRIL
6
District Committee Meeting – 7:00 pm Glen Burnie UMC
9
Roundtable – 7:00 pm Glen Burnie UMC
9
Life to Eagle Seminar at Roundtable
11
Treemendous Maryland
23
District Commissioner Meeting – 7:00 pm Glen Burnie UMC
MAY
4
11
Roundtable – 7:00 pm Glen Burnie UMC
16
4R Spring Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
15-17 Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills - Kinder Farm Park
16
Cub Scout Fishing Derby – Fort Smallwood Park
23
Memorial Day Flag Placement – Crownsville Veteran
Cemetery
25
29-31 4R OA Ordeal
JUNE
1
1
Early popcorn sign up deadline
6
Highland Games – possible date
8
District Dinner – Michael’s 8th Avenue
22-26 4R Day Camp – AACO Fairgrounds
22
MEMBERSHIP
Greetings, 4R Scouters! By now, most Cub Scout Packs
have renewed their annual charters, held Pinewood
Derbies and Blue & Gold Banquets, and graduated some
Webelos into their new Boy Scout Troops. It took a lot
of work to get all of that done -- I know! But don’t get
too relaxed -- there’s more to do. Now is the time to
think about two important aspects of Cub Scouting that
relate strongly to each other: spring recruiting and the
Summertime Pack Award.
Spring is a great time to reach out to kindergarteners
who are about to become eligible to join your
Pack. Contact your local school or PTA and see if you
can do a Boy Talk or give a presentation to parents. Ask
your current Scouts to bring a friend to a fun meeting or
activity. Reach out to Scouts who have wandered away
and invite them back. It doesn’t hurt to ask.
So, you’ve just recruited a bunch of new Scouts. Now
what? Hopefully, you’re not going to say “See you in
September!” Instead, plan fun activities for the spring
and summer -- and help your Pack earn the
Summertime Pack Award. As the saying goes: “Threequarters of SCOUTING is OUTING.” Plan a day hike, a
pool party, a picnic at the park, go for a bike ride,
organize a softball or baseball game… the list goes
on! And don’t forget to offer Day Camp and Resident
Camp programs to your Scouts.
Boy Scout Troops -- you just got some new
Webelos! Great -- do you have a Troop Guide, an older
Scout who helps them work on earning their first
ranks? Also, don’t forget to reach out to the 5th graders
who are about to graduate from nearby elementary
schools. Let them know about your plans for spring and
summer camping trips and outdoor-oriented merit
badges. Some of your new parents may be ready to step
in and help -- don’t be afraid to ask.
To recruit new Scouts (membership!) is to make them a
promise. By offering an active program to keep them
busy and having fun, you are making good on that
promise, and those new Scouts will stick around. (That
means retention -- ahem, membership!)
Please get in touch if you need help with recruiting or
anything else. Your District Staff are here to help. Have
a great spring and summer!
John Boia
[email protected]
CHAIRMAN MESSAGE
Fellow Scouters,
I join many Four Rivers’ Scouts and
Scouters in welcoming the warmer
springtime weather! Not that I dislike
winter, but this year seemed to have
extended periods of really frigid
weather. You don’t need a
thermometer to know it is cold when
the icicles formed by the moisture
droplets you’ve been exhaling all night crystallize above
you on the tent ceiling! Hopefully many of you get to
experience this at least once in your outdoor adventures.
It is, as they say, a character building experience! Spring
and fall are my favorite times to be outdoors though. No
bugs. You can build big campfires to keep the chill and
dampness scared away. Hiking and backpacking without
getting drenched in sweat. And did I mention NO BUGS?
Hopefully all of you will get a chance to visit the great
outdoors often. After all the outdoor program is the
cornerstone of the Scouting experience.
Thank you for all the hard work you
do with the Scouts in your units!
Each of you has helped your Scouts
develop important skills and create
wonderful memories. The Scouting
program continues to change based
on its members responses to
questions sent out in the Voice of
the Scout surveys. Make sure you answer the survey
questions when you receive them via e-mail. Be sure to
keep your email address updated with your unit. Your
feedback is appreciated.
I like to ask Eagle Scout candidates at their Eagle Board of
Review -- why does Scouting have an outdoor program? I
challenge you to consider this question as the answers
provide keen insight into all facets of the scouting
program. In the spring after the “Gnu” guys patrol forms
up with the incoming Webelos, Troop 783 would take the
patrol to Broadcreek on a “survival” hike. We would hike
down to the old quarry near Camp Oest, walk
downstream along Broadcreek, cross the creek and climb
up the mountain past the OA Hill to the long abandoned
Camp Finney and promptly get lost. The adults and older
Scouts would play along with the “we’re lost” story and
watch how the boys planned and schemed their way out.
Some panicked, some withdrew, some got angry and
some even said S.T.O.P – Stay, Think, Observe and Plan.
This very simple yet effective Scouting experience quickly
builds self-reliance, confidence and self-esteem. Thriving
in the outdoors takes special skills, knowledge and taking
responsibility for yourself and your actions. The
Tenderfoot, Second and First class ranks are structured to
teach the new Scouts all of the skills they need to have a
fun, safe and rewarding experience in the outdoors. The
outdoor program in turn provides the catalyst to develop
one’s skills and responsibilities of a true leader which is
desperately needed in today’s society. Scouting has been
around for more than 100 years—they have it figured out!
So as you plan, prepare and proceed on your units’
outdoor adventures this spring think about the question I
like to pose to the Eagle Scout candidates: Why does
Scouting have an outdoor program? I look forward to
reading your emailed responses!
Happy Trails!
Doug Sweely
District Chairman
Cub Scout Day Camp 2015
“CSI: Cub Scouts Investigating”
June 22nd to 26th, 2015
Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds in Crownsville, 8:15am to 4:15pm daily
Camp Director: Jennifer Martin [email protected]
Visit our website: www.FourRiversDayCamp.org
No registrations accepted after May 11th
Costs: Session I:
postmarked by
April 13th
Late Entry Fee
(after April 13th until
May 11th)
Cub Scouts
$140.00
$175.00
Tiger Program
(two day program)
$25.00
$25.00
Kids Korner
$25.00 daily/
$100.00 weekly
$25.00 daily/
$100.00 weekly
Girls Camp
Experience
$30.00 daily/
$140.00 weekly
$30.00 daily/
$140.00 weekly
Camp Aides
$25.00
$25.00
The changes in the Cub Scout program, which
concerns the delivery of the program, will be
implemented later this year. There are a variety of ways
to become familiar with the new program such as
attending Roundtable, subscribing to the 4R Blast, and
reviewing information online at www.scouting.org. All
of these venues will help you understand the changes.
Remember the values of the program have not
changed, but some of the advancement requirements
and program delivery are different as the program
changes to meet the interests of today’s Scouts.
All units will see the difference in Commissioner
Service as they and the District Committee work to
support the unit’s Key 3 in creating goal(s) to support
your continued success as a unit. They are going to
help you get connected to the right resources to
support the unit’s efforts. Each of us lives busy lives,
using valuable time to volunteer in the Scouting
program. The Unit Service plan will help a unit be
focused on some specific actions they can take to
ensure that they are growing in all ways as a
successful unit.
Remember that the Commissioner Corps is here to
help you, never to judge, ensuring that you have the
resources you need. If you are not sure who your Unit’s
Commissioner is or want to ask a question, please do
not hesitate to contact me.
Yours in Scouting,
KarenScheel
[email protected]
410-615-0111
2015 FOUR RIVERS KLONDIKE DERBY RESULTS
A chill in the air, a little snow and ice on the ground,
and mostly clear skies made for the right conditions
for this year’s Klondike Derby! However, it was the
almost 500 staff and participants that made it a great
event once again at Kinder Farm Park. A tip of the
mad bomber that goes to Pack 2214’s Sled “A” and
Troop 412’s sled for taking top scores and first place
prizes on the Webelos and Boy Scout loops,
respectively.
Kudos on the event staff side go to Gary Tawes, Mary
Tawes, Colleen Tawes, Stu Cameron, Debi Hayes,
Mike Clabby, and John McConville. Thanks
everyone!
DISTRICT NOMINATION MEETING
Each year, per our Council Bylaws, the Four Rivers
District convenes a Nominating Committee to make
recommendations and select the leadership of our
district for the time between May 2015 to May
2016. This meeting will be at the start of our May
District committee meeting.
The Nominating Committee is responsible for
selecting District Chair, Vice-Chair(s), and
Members-At-Large. This committee also
recommends to the Council Executive Board a
District Commissioner candidate. Those
representing chartered organizations in Four Rivers
are invited and encouraged to join us in this
process.
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MEMBERSHIP
District Director | Andy Zilnik | w. 443.573.2544 | [email protected]
Director of Field Services | Manny Fonseca | 443.573.2502 | [email protected]
Andy Zilnik
VISIT OUR NEW AND IMPROVED WEBSITE FOR IDEAS, DOWNLOADS, AND LOTS OF OTHER GREAT CONTENT!
WWW.BALTIMOREBSA.ORG/MEMBERSHIP
Manny Fonseca
FOCUS ON RECRUITING SEPARATED YOUTH
What do you mean separated youth??
A separated youth is a former member of Scouting who did not renew his or her membership for 2015. As we know, young people
choose to leave Scouting for a variety of reasons. Some may lose interest, others may have too many activities going on. However,
there are many who depart our program because their unit wasn’t a good fit, or the meeting night wasn’t convenient. For those
former Scouts, a phone call may be all it takes to get them excited and re-interested in the Scouting program.
We all want to grow our programs, and retention of Scouts is one of the best ways to do it! Here’s how to make this happen:
1.Call your District Executive and request a list of separated youth in your area
2.Call the parents of those Scouts on the list (phone numbers are provided), and ask them to give Scouting another try
3. Invite them to a Pack meeting or activity that will immediately grab their interest
SPRING RECRUITMENT MADE EASY
4. Sign them back up!
Summer is just around the corner…a great time for new
families to join your Unit
A steady flow of youth into your Scouting program is
essential to maintain your unit’s health. New Scouts
bring energy and enthusiasm to the program. Scouts
who join in the spring & get to participate in spring and
summer activities stay in Scouting longer. There are a few
simple things you can do this spring to recruit new
Scouts. The Baltimore Area Council is excited to share
resources to help!
It’s just that easy, and a lot of families out there will be very appreciative of the personal phone call and invitation.
BEASCOUT.ORG UPDATES
BeAScout.org has become a great membership recruitment tool, allowing easy access for
parents to find programs local to them. Please make sure that your unit periodically
updates your “Pin” so that interested families are contacting the appropriate person from
your unit. Unit leaders and Committee Chairs can update this information through
myscouting.org. Watch at your district’s roundtable for BeAScout booklets, or visit www.
baltimorebsa.org/membership to learn how to make these changes.
GET STARTED
Step 1: Commit to conducting one or more recruitment
efforts this spring…
SUMMERTIME PASSPORT
Invite new boys to an open house or Spring Pack activity
(flyers available through your District Executive)
Want to enhance your Cub Scouts’ summer program opportunities. How about a self-paced,
family-friendly, summer long activity?! Look no further – we have our annual summertime
passport available again this year. This small booklet has Scouts and their families visiting a
variety of locations throughout their area during the summer months to keep them excited and
having fun!
Encourage peer to peer recruitment (visit our website for
“My Best Friend is a Cub Scout” resources)
These will be made available at May roundtables, and will also be available on our website in PDF
format at www.baltimorebsa.org/membership. This is a great program, and it’s fun, easy, and FREE!
CUB SCOUT PACKS
Visit local Kindergarten classes to recruit new Tiger Cubs
All Scouts who complete the full passport and mail in their completed sheet will receive a commemorative patch in the mail!
BOY SCOUT TROOPS
Invite 5th graders to an open house or Spring Troop
activity
Visit a local Cub Pack to invite Webelos Scouts to your
Troop
Encourage peer to peer recruitment – create an incentive
for bringing a friend
VENTURING CREWS
Visit a local teen youth group to recruit new Venturers
this Spring
Invite new teens to an open house or Spring Venturing
activity
Encourage peer to peer recruitment
Step 2: Request recruitment materials (flyers, posters,
yard signs, and other resources) from your District
Executive.
Step 3: Conduct your “Boy Talks,” distribute flyers, host
a Join Scouting Night, and submit the applications.
** Remember, Kindergarten boys can become Tiger
Cubs, and 5th grade boys can become Boy Scouts after
June 1st **
WEBELOS TO SCOUT TRANSITION
As we head into April and Blue & Gold season is winding down, now is the time to ensure that all 5th grade Webelos have
identified and are moving to a Boy Scout Troop in their neighborhood. Our major recruitment venue for Boy Scouts is through the
Webelos-to-Scout transition. We need to make sure that every Webelos in your area is offered the opportunity to join a Troop that
fits his and his family’s needs.
Please work through your District Executive and Membership Chair to identify potential Webelos who have not yet selected a Troop
to join. A personal phone call may make the difference!
For more information, please visit our website at www.baltimorebsa.org/membership.
PEER-TO-PEER RECRUITMENT CARDS
Peer-to-Peer recruitment cards were created to help families promote Scouting to their friends. These
invitation cards feature eye-catching resources created for recruitment campaigns, showing youth engaged
in fun-filled activities. The cards provide an easy-to-use template that serves as a tool in overcoming the
recruitment challenges caused by limited access to youth in schools. The cards can be preprinted with
contact information on the back, or that space can be left blank so Scouting families can use their home
computers to fill it in and print as many as they need.
The invitational information can also be written in by hand. The cards are online at www.scouting.org/
scoutsource/marketing/recruiting.aspx then scroll to the postcards.
REVISED YOUTH AND ADULT APPLICATIONS
Last year, the National Executive Board approved a resolution to ensure that moving forward, participants who are
18 but not yet 21 register as adults. This does not affect their eligibility to participate in programs such as
Venturing and Sea Scouting.
The primary purpose of the change is to ensure that all persons legally considered adults meet adult membership
requirements, including undergoing a criminal background check and meeting the BSA’s Youth Protection
requirements and membership standards. The changes are required to allow the performance of criminal
background checks in connection with the registration process.
New Venturing and Sea Scouting participants 18 but not yet 21, must complete an Adult Application and Criminal
Background Check Disclosure/Authorization form. To support this change, the youth and adult applications have
been revised. The new Youth Application, No. 524-406 (SKU 619506), and the new Adult Application, No.
524-501 (SKU 619504), should be used starting March 1, 2015. Spanish versions of the Youth Application, No.
524-423 (SKU 619507), and the Adult Application, No. 524-502 (SKU 619505), are also available. All new youth
and adult applications can be identified with the number 115 located at the bottom right corner on the cover of
the application. An announcement regarding system changes and frequently asked questions will be made soon.
In addition, unit adult applications will no longer require council approval, unless the applicant has answered
“yes” to any of the background questions. Council approval will still be required for adults in district and
council-level positions. This change is documented on page 2 of the Adult Application under the section titled
APPROVAL REQUIRED-UNIT ADULTS.
For more information, please contact the Member Care Contact Center at [email protected] or call
972-580-2489.
SPRING 2015
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
Director of Support Services | Eric Chase | 443.573.2501 | [email protected]
Council Program Director | Dan Ksiazek | 443.573.2525 | [email protected]
Vice Chair | Greg Kelly | 443.573.2500 • Camping Assistant | Chris Wetzel | 443.573.2523 | [email protected]
ww.BroadCreekBSA.org
CALENDAR
CAMP OEST - CSI
It is time to sign up for summer camp!! Come join us at Camp Oest for our adventures in CSI (Cub Scout Investigators)! We have
a fun and energetic program that is engaging for Cub Scouts and their families. There is the Pier on iconic Lake Strauss, where
you can learn to paddle a canoe or row a rowboat; Shooting Sports, where cubs learn to shoot Bows and BB guns; the Nature
lodge, where you can earn your STEM NOVA award; and Action Sports, where you can climb the bouldering wall and participate
in team sports. In addition, we have many other free time activities including free swims, free shoots, SONGFEST, and the
Webelos can take a ride on our Action Bike Course!
APRIL
Early Bird Camp Fees Due
3-5
Easter - Camp Closed
10-12 Nentico Lodge Spring Fellowship - Saffran
17-19 Dulaney Spring Camporee - Saffran
Not sure when to come to camp? We have several different camping options. There are 3-day weekend sessions, and 4-day
mid-week sessions. These sessions are open to everyone, from the littlest Tiger to the biggest Webelos and their families. We also
offer two weeklong camps exclusive for Webelos. During this week, they will earn many achievements while seeing what it is like
to go to a Boy Scout camp.
16-19 Powder Horn at BCSR - Spencer
17-19 Shooting Sports Instructor Weekend - Spencer
17-19 Climbing Instructor Training - Oest
24-26 OA Ordeal Weekend - Saffran
Fore more information, visit broadcreekbsa.org/oest
24-26 NYLT Weekend #1- Oest
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2015 Summer Camp Leader’s Preview - Council Office
2-4
Woodbadge N6-220-15-1 - Saffran
PROVISIONAL CAMPING AT BROAD CREEK
Everyone knows that summer camp can be among the best experiences any Scout can have, but not every Scout can come with
their unit to camp. Leave no Scout behind by sending them to Broad Creek!
MAY
1-3
Scout is Reverent Retreat - Spencer
Harford Spring Camporee - Oest
8-9
OA Ordeal Weekend – Saffran
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June Bug Service Day
Each week has established district leaders ready to provide leadership to Scouts as part of our provisional program. Last year we
had many Scouts join us as part of the provisional program, even some who were coming back for their 2nd week at camp! We
have experience, the structure and knowledge on how to still give Scouts the amazing summer camp adventure even though they
cannot join their troop.
22-24 Memorial Day Weekend - Camp Closed
Provisional Scouts pay the same rate as a Scout attending with their Troop, $365 ($340 before April 1st). Leaders volunteering for
the provisional unit leadership may come free. Talk to the camp director for details.
29-30 OA Ordeal Weekend - Spencer
29-31 NYLT Weekend #2 - Oest
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAM
JUNE
2-12
National Camp School – BCSR
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Alumni Camp Service Day and Trail Maintenance Day
5-7
Woodbadge N6-220-15-1 - Spencer
A Counselor in Training (or CIT) is a full-time volunteer member of our camp staff from ages 14-15 who is learning the details of
how camp works from the inside. Many young first-year staff members have been to camp but have not developed an
understanding or specialty of how working at Broad Creek may work.
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Week 1 - Pre-Camp Leader Meeting - Rosenberg HDQ
28-1
Session 1 - Webelos Week 1 - Oest
28-4
Week 1 - Boy Scout Summer Camp – Saffran
By spending a summer as a CIT, they are brought on to serve in different program areas and see new areas. Even if they root
themselves as a Scoutcraft specialist pro for many years they’ll walk away with a critical understanding of how different areas work
and how they relate to each other. A CIT also gains some leverage by being able to create a flexible schedule in case they still want
to participate with their own troop at summer camp or other critical functions. The details of being a CIT can be worked out with
the respective camp director that you want to work for, both of whom started as CIT’s themselves!
OA Lodge Picnic - Saffran
V-WEEK CONTINUES!
20-27 Pre-Camp Staff Training
JULY
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Maybe you have heard of all the awesome high-adventure stuff happening at camp, but now it is opening to a whole week of just
Venturing! Different types of treks, ranges and programs offered just for our Venture scouts from August 2nd - August 8th! Many
crews already take part in national camps or go on long trips during the summer, but part of V-Week is not just the adventure
with your crew. It is joining in on that experience with other crews and meeting scouts in your area all week long.
AUGUST
14-16 OA Ordeal Weekend
15-17 OA Expo Carrie Murray Nature Ctr.
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Post Summer Camp Service Day
V-Week is an experience no other area council camp can provide. It is in our backyard, affordable and serves as a landmark to our
growing Venturing community. New crews without a set summer program will find it the perfect way to start keeping and
growing their scouts. Signups are open so claim the space ASAP or reach out if you have questions.
18-20 Sabbath OA Ordeal - Saffran
21-23 OA Ordeal Weekend - Saffran
As many of you already know, 2015 will see some of the biggest changes to the Cub Scout
program! There has been an in-depth program analysis performed which showed our
current program needed to be updated in order to provide the best program we can to our
Scouts. All Cub Scout Packs will be actively using this program as of June 1, 2015. All the
new program materials will be available May 1, 2015. Your unit can pre-order these
materials; so do not delay and talk to your local Scout Shop!
New best practices and support materials will become available as we approach the June 1st
program changeover and online will be one of the best resources. This site also has many
handouts and presentations geared at giving a good picture of the new Cub Scout
Adventure Program. It can be found at:
www.Scouting.org/programupdates
NRA RIFLE INSTRUCTOR COURSE AT BROADCREEK
Please contact Jack Gude at [email protected] or call 410-935-7544
Register here: http://www.nrainstructors.org/searchcourse.asp
Basic Instructor Training (BIT); Friday April 24th starting 6:00 PM
The Rifle Instructor Course will be held April 25th and 26th, 2015
Starting at 8:30 AM Saturday and Sunday. Total Course Length with BIT, 20 hours
The NRA Training for Rifle Instructors is part of the requirements to serve as Boy Scout merit badge counselors. Successful completion of a skills assessment for firearm safety and
marksmanship is required prior to completing the training.
To Qualify for NRA Instructor:
1) Candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience.
Instructor candidates must be intimately familiar with each action type in the discipline they wish to be certified;
2) Candidates will be required to demonstrate solid and safe firearms handling skills prior to the instructor training course by completing pre-course questionnaires, assessment exercises
administered by the NRA Appointed Training Counselor;
3) Candidates must satisfactorily complete an NRA Instructor Training Course in the discipline they wish to teach, and receive the endorsement of the NRA Training Counselor conducting
that training.
Seats are limited. Pre-Registration on the NRA website is required. BIT training is prerequisite for instructor course. The Rifle Instructor Course is $75 plus NRA fees. Scouters will receive a
$50 discount if they sign a commitment to volunteer for 3 council shooting events per year for 2 years. That brings the course price to $25 & NRA fees.
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Staff Advisor | Jeff Griffin | w. 443.573.2546 | [email protected]
Fundraising Specialist | Jim Bernhardt | w. 443.573.2500 | [email protected]
Council Popcorn Kernel | Bev Madden | w. 443.414.8619 | [email protected] & [email protected]
Jeff Griffin
2015 BALTIMORE AREA COUNCIL POPCORN CAMPAIGN WILL FEATURE CAMPMASTERS
Popcorn Tins are BACK!
Make sure you sign up for the 2015 sale by June 1st
TOP 5 BENEFITS OF POPCORN
We know there are many fundraising options units can choose from and fundraisers come in all shapes and sizes BUT…there’s
only one fundraiser that supports your unit and the Scouting community as a whole. We want to take a moment and remind you
of the top five reasons Popcorn is the best option for your 2015 unit fundraiser
#5 Selling popcorn in front of stores – Name another unit fundraiser were stores allow Scouts to sell to their customers. Only with
Popcorn will this happen.
#4 We reward your boys! No other fundraisers pay for your boys to receive prizes. As scouts, we understand and deeply value the
youth recognition programs.
#3 We provide higher commissions than any other fundraiser out there! With popcorn, units over the last 5 years have averaged
39.7% commissions
#2 Popcorn has a massive infrastructure of support! Unit training, web site support, one-on-one sales coaching...from volunteers
to professional we have teams of people standing by to walk you through each step of your sale.
And drum roll please...
The #1 REASON units benefit from Popcorn…Popcorn provides the most MONEY EARNED to support your best year of Scouting.
Popcorn is the BEST FUNDRAISER delivering the promise of money for your unit operations.
• In 2014, 295 units participated in the sale earning more than $640,000 to support their units.
• The average sales for participating units was a whopping $5,100!
More money means better program, less expensive programs, better equipment, and most importantly an opportunity for every
boy in your unit to be a part of an amazing Scout adventure.
Popcorn is the only fundraiser that cares for you and your success. Joe Corby’s doesn’t care, Christmas trees don’t care, candy
sales just don’t inspire, and well mulch is just hard labor. With popcorn, you know that both volunteers and professional deeply
care about the personal success of your unit. We care so much that your success is our only goal.
Join us this year and start getting the support you deserve with a fundraiser that produces real results.
Sign up today and earn your unit a bonus commission. www.baltimorebsa.org/popcorn
Contact Jeff Griffin if your unit would like more information about joining the popcorn sale at [email protected]
2014 TOP SELLERS:
Ray Daugherty – Troop 417 - Carroll - $14,050
Jacob Reardon – Pack 392 - Carroll - $4,385
Thomas Carter - Troop 602 – National Pike - $4,135
Jonas Amerson – Pack 366 – The Capitol - $4,095
Dante Tapia Pujals – Pack 420 – Carroll - $4,005
Alex Taylor – Pack 392 – Carroll - $3,335
AJ Boyd – Troop 634 – Arrowhead - $3,169
Colton Ramey – Pack 840 – The Capitol- $2,865
Byron Dagold – Troop 162 – National Pike - $2,800
Nathan Danko- Pack 712 – Four Rivers - $2,800
TOP SELLING UNIT IN EACH DISTRICT (These sales do not include online sales).
Arrowhead - Troop 634 - $22,770
Carroll - Pack 392 - $25,325
Chesapeake- Troop 117-$8,510
Dulaney - Pack 475 -$14,355
4 Rivers – Pack 2214 - $21,825
Harford - Pack 807- $32,335
Hopkins - Pack 1000 - $7,935
National Pike - Pack 917 - $23,085
The Capitol - Pack 115 - $24,215
To Keep Up To Date on the 2015 Popcorn Campaign go to
www.baltimorebsa.org/popcorn
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FUNDING OUR MISSION
Development Director | Shaun Olynick | w. 443.573.2539 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org/fos
Shaun Olynick
One Time Use Snap Offs
Shoppers: $5.00 off of a $50.00
purchase
Food Lion: $5.00 off a $50.00
purchase
2015 CAMP CARD PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Scouts earn 50% Commission from Camp Cards or a 60% Camp Credit towards Broad Creek
Camp Cards are Risk Free – simply return any unsold cards
Camp Card teach Scouts to set goals and the values of earning their own way
Camp Cards remove financial barriers for Scouts and Units and ensure they have outstanding Summer Program
UNIT
2015 INCENTIVE
Camp Card Program Highlights
that
sell
90%
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or a 60% Camp Credit towards Broad Creek
HOW TO QUALIFY:
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Sports Authority: $10.00 off a
$50.00 purchase
Multi-Use Coupons
Jiffy Lube: $7.00 off Oil
Change Council-wide
Mechie’s frozen yogurt:
buy one get one 50% off
Council-wide
Medieval Times: $20.00
off an adult ticket and $5.00
of a kids ticket
Buffalo Wild
Wings: $5.00 off of $25.00
purchase
Council-wide
Bass Pro Shop: $10.00 off
your purchase of $50.00
Sonic Buy one Get one
Free
Cheeseburger or XL Coney
Wendy's: Free Small
Frosty with any purchase
Council-wide
Papa John's: $5.00 off
your order of $20.00 or
more. Council-wide
SportsClips: $3.00 off any
haircut
3. Camp Card teach Scouts to set goals and the
values of earning their own way
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financial barriers for Scouts
Friends
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and Units and ensure they have outstanding
Program how your summers spent at Scout camp affected you? Or how your Scout’s
DoSummer
you remember
summers spent at Scout Camp impacted his life? Broad Creek is more than just a place to have fun. It
offers Scouts the opportunity to participate in physically and intellectually challenging activities,
introduces them to new and rewarding experiences, and provides them with supportive and caring
relationships. Every Scout should have the opportunity to go to summer camp.
We are all challenged
by these economic times. The Broad Creek Campership Fund (BCCF) is
Unit Incentive
facing new challenges in raising funds to continue our traditional programs. The United Way has
Units that sell 90% of the Camp Cards they checked
eliminated
support,
used Grilling
to send underprivileged Scouts to Camp. Last year BCCF
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to Broad Creek, we invite you to visit this summer.
District’s May Roundtable
camp. We invite you to visit, and see what is new.
On behalf of all the youth we serve, thank you for your investment in Scouting!
Sincerely, Shaun Olynick
Modell's Sporting
Goods: 10% off any
purchase Council-wide
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Field Director/STEM Staff Advisor | Andy Zilnik | 443.573.2544 | [email protected]
Visit the STEM webpage, www.baltimorebsa.org/STEM for information
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND STEM EVENT!
Non-traditional: we encourage the use of cell
phones for activities.
Saturday, September 12, 2015
Don’t Hesitate, Register NOW!
Come be a part of the largest trend setting STEM event that started it all!
Full inclusive: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts & Venturers
The second week covers more science and
engineering-not available anywhere else.
This camp offers a science equivalent of COPE
with Scientific Enabling Team Experience.
Focus on NOVA and Supernova awards
STEM focused merit badge with APG professionals
Programs planned include: training in drones,
several levels of NOVA, webmaster setup training,
electronic devices for bikes, bridge building, large
trebuchets, radio direction finding, advanced
cryptology, 3D printing -- futuristic fun activities.
Patch and commemorative t-shirt for every participant
STEMBOTICS AT CAMP SPENCER
Weeks of July 26-August 1 and/or August 2-August 8
Send questions to Camp Director Chip Galloway at [email protected]
Planned merit badges include: Astronomy, Aviation, Chemistry, Digital Tech, electricity,
Electronics, Energy, Engineering, game Design, Inventing, Moviemaking, Nuclear Science,
programming, Robotics, Space Exp. If Animation, Computer Aided Design, and Signs, Signals,
& Codes are released, they will be included also. NOVA Shoot!, NOVA Whoosh!, and NOVA!
For Scouts aged 13 and up (by 08/02/15)
X-Box night and multi-player LAN party are some of the “Campfires.”
Quick facts about this years’ event:
All food is catered, with snacks during the activities.
Don’t hesitate, REGISTER NOW!
http://www.broadcreekbsa.org/summer-camp/spencer/stem-botics/58802
IN CELEBRATION OF THE ORDER OF THE
ARROW’S CENTENNIAL, ARROWMEN IN GOOD
STANDING WITH THE BSA AND THEIR LOCAL
ORDER OF THE ARROW ARE ABLE TO EARN THE
ARROWMAN SERVICE AWARD.
This award, which
some are referring to
as “the sash patch,”
is one of only three
patches that have
ever been approved
by the national
Order of the Arrow
committee to be
worn on an OA sash.
The purpose of the
Arrowman Service
Award (ASA) is to encourage Arrowmen to recommit
themselves to the ideals of the Order, increase their
level of service to their local unit and council, and
participate in the 100th anniversary celebration of
the OA.
NENTICO NAMES CENTURIONS
Nentico Lodge announced 17 recipients of the Centurion Award at the annual lodge banquet held January 11. The
award is bestowed by the national Order of the Arrow committee and is a one-time recognition associated with the
OA centennial. The award is intended to highlight “Hometown Heroes,” or Arrowmen who have meaningfully
contributed to the forming, maturing and ongoing operational excellence of their local council’s lodge, and who, in
doing so, inspired others to follow in their footsteps.
The service of these Centurion Award recipients spans the entire 92 year history of Nentico Lodge. Among them are
scouts and scouters, professionals and volunteers, chiefs and advisers whose efforts built and sustained Nentico
Lodge and whose service inspired others.
Formal recognition of the Centurions will take place at Arrowtour on July 25 at the Baltimore Area
Council Service Center. For more details visit www.nentico.org.
THE BALTIMORE AREA COUNCIL AND NENTICO LODGE ARE PROUD TO RECOGNIZE THE FOLLOWING:
W. Perry Bradley, the Father of Nentico Lodge, inducted 1922. Supreme Chief of the Fire 1922-1941; Grand Scribe
1922-1923 and Grand Treasurer 1923-1924. Perry Bradley died in 1950.
Leonard K Brown inducted 1925. Lodge Chief 1928 & 1929 and Regional Grand Scribe 1930. Leonard Brown died in
1979.
Robert H. Heistand Supreme Chief of the Fire 1946-1967; National Treasurer 1940-1943; National Chief 1946 – 1948.
OA Distinguished Service Award 1950. Bob Heistand died in 1981.
Edwin H. Perkins Jr. inducted 1933. Lodge Chief 1937-1941 and again in 1950. Lodge Adviser 1952 – 1969. Ed Perkins
died in 2000.
The award has three categories of criteria with various
requirements that Arrowmen can complete. These
include components on personal growth, service to
Scouting, and participation in the centennial
celebration.
George “Pete” Price inducted 1947. Pete served as Nentico Lodge Adviser 1970 – 1972 and Section SE-1 Adviser 19781982. Pete Price died in 1998.
Requirements for the award can be found here:http://
www.oa-bsa.org/pages/content/printable-forms#asa
Roger Volrath inducted 1962; Lodge Chief 1966 and Lodge Advisor 1980 - 1994
Nentico Lodge Arrowman Service Award procedures
Douglas O’Connell inducted 1978; Lodge Chief 1983; Section Chief 1983 – 1984; Northeast Region Chief in 1985. OA
Distinguished Service Award 1986.
When an Arrowman feels that he has completed the
requirements of the Arrowman Service Award, he is to
present his Arrowman Service Award Progress Tracker
card to his Chapter Adviser for review and
verification.
George Naylor inducted 1949. A crafter and teacher of Indian Lore and the father of the Nentico Service Beads. George
Naylor died in 2008.
Harry L. Shaw inducted 1967; Lodge Chief 1972 and Lodge Adviser 1995 - 2003
Reed Blom inducted 1965; Chief of the Fire (Lodge Staff Adviser) 1988-2005
Anthony J. Roman inducted in 1983; Lodge Chief 1988 & 1989 and Lodge Adviser 2009 – 2010; Section NE6a Adviser
since 2013
Once a Chapter Adviser is satisfied that the
requirements have been met (including LodgeMaster
Dues verification) the Chapter Adviser will e-mail the
recipient’s Name and Unit to [email protected]
(multiple recipients can be sent in a single e-mail).
Michael J. Huneke inducted in 1983; Lodge Chief 1990
Awards will be presented to Arrowman at Nentico
Lodge events throughout the year on a rolling basis,
as earned.
Michael N. Phillips inducted 2005; Lodge Chief 2012
William A. J. Kirkner inducted in 1985; Section NE-6 Chief 1988; OA Philmont Trek Vice Chief 1989
J.D. Urbach inducted 1987; Lodge Chief 1991; Section Secretary 1992-1993
David F. Bobart inducted 1987; Lodge Chief 1992 & 1993
Timothy C. Martin inducted 2007; Lodge Chief 2015
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HARFORD COUNTY
HARFORD DISTRICT
District Chairman | Bruce McMillin | p. 410.838.6189 | [email protected]
District Commissioner | John Gillette | h. 516.782.1015
District Executive | Brandon Gething | w. 443.573.2526 | [email protected]
www.harfordScouting.org | www.broadcreekbsa.org
CALENDAR
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
Harford District started 2015 with the wind at its back. New membership is up, new units are
coming on line, and camping and advancement programs are enjoying strong participation and
getting high marks for quality.
APRIL
6
13Roundtable
15
Life to Eagle Seminar
24-26 IOLS Spring Course
This year’s Icicle came off without a hitch with a solid activities program despite miserable weather
(kind of what “Icicle” is all about). Not only did the weekend at Broad Creek provide an
opportunity for achievement and advancement but it once again fulfilled the main goal of
teaching preparation and perseverance. Many thanks to Rich Trznadel and his team for making
Icicle 2015 a great scouting experience.
MAY
1
Spring Camporee @ Oest
4
District Annual Business Meeting
11Roundtable
13
Eagle Coach Training
The District’s Friends of Scouting drive is in full swing with Rob King at the helm for Family FOS and Steve Hepburn, our
new Finance Vice Chair, coordinating Community FOS. Rob has Unit Presentations scheduled with 100 percent coverage.
Parents please plan to attend your scouting unit’s presentation. With a quality gift from each Cub, Scout, and Venturer’s family
Harford District will easily meet our goal for 2015. We are stressing the importance of making a “Quality” gift which is
defined as an amount consistent with the family’s financial capacity and an expression of the family’s dedication to the ideals
of scouting. No gift is too small and all gifts are greatly appreciated. While Friends of Scouting is not the only source of
financial support for the Baltimore Area Council and Harford District, FOS is the most significant source and says the most
about the dedication of our scouting families to a strong, rich, and rewarding Scouting program. Thank you in advance for
your careful consideration and contribution.
JUNE
1
8
22-26 Harford Day Camp
Let me say something about membership. Our fall membership program led by Tim Baker was very successful particularly in
renewing a strong partnership with Harford County Schools through the gracious cooperation of Barbara Canavan,
Superintendant.
With spring already here, we are in full membership mode. Tim is going to need your support! Every scouter is the best
ambassador and promoter of the Harford District Scouting experience. Invite your friends to join the fun! Many thanks to
Tim for accepting the challenge and doing such a great job in meeting it!
In closing let me thank Brandon Gething, Harford District Executive, and all the District Committee members for their help,
energy, dedication, professionalism, and friendship.
Until next time, I remain yours in scouting,
Bruce McMillin
HARFORD CHAPTER ORDER OF THE ARROW
Harford District Chairman
This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the
founding of the Order of the Arrow. The Harford
Chapter is very proud that two Brothers from
Harford Chapter were selected to be honored as
Centurion Award recipients. Congratulations to
Tony Roman and Michael Phillips! This award is a
one-time recognition associated with the centennial
anniversary of the OA that is bestowed by the
national Order of the Arrow committee. The Nentico
Lodge was allowed to select 17 recipients from all the
Brothers who have been members of the Nentico
Lodge over the past 93 years since its founding in
1922.
Harford Chapter is also proud to announce the new
officers for 2015. Chief Boomer Carr, Vice Chiefs,
Mike Mentzer, Chris (Sarge) Hare, Jacob Bush, Jared
Moxley and Matt Howard.
Harford Chapter supported Harford’s Icicle
Camporee January 23-25 at Camp Spencer.
Arrowmen ran stations and helped with numerous
staff positions. A great time was had by all. The
Chapter conducted Brotherhood Conversions and
performed a Call Out Ceremony. As is the Chapter’s
tradition at Icicle every year, we had a large Call Out
Ceremony team of 21 Brothers.
The Chapter has already conducted numerous
elections throughout the District this year. Many
Arrow Of Light ceremonies have been also been
scheduled to be performed over the next few months.
Yours in Cheerful Service,
GET READY FOR HARFORD’S CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP! GET YOUR SCOUTS AND VOLUNTEERS READY FOR A WEEK
OF INVESTIGATIVE INTRIGUE! DATES FOR THIS SUMMER’S CAMP ARE JUNE 22 – 26, 2015 AT THE HARFORD
EQUESTRIAN CENTER FOR INCOMING TIGERS THROUGH INCOMING WEBELOS II SCOUTS. You should have gotten information about camp and registration from your pack coordinator already. However, you can also get
details on our website at www.harforddaycamp.org. There will be a link provided from the Day Camp Website, (www.
harforddaycamp.com or .org), to the registration site. Camp registration will be closed after 700 scouts are registered. As you know, Day Camp is 100% volunteer run. If you are sending a Scout, you should be planning on volunteering for at least
one day. There are descriptions of the different volunteer opportunities on the web site as well. If you can’t volunteer during the
week, there are plenty of areas to help before camp, in the evenings or with camp set-up and take-down. We need everyone’s
help and cooperation to make a successful camp for all of our scouts! Plus...it’s loads of fun! If your son crosses over into Boy Scouts this year, he can register to be a youth volunteer! Registration for volunteers is on the
same system and will run February 16th through mid-April.
Can’t wait to see all of our super sleuths this summer!
Yours in Scouting,
Lisa Scowden & Hope Yamagata — Harford District Day Camp Directors
2015 HARFORD DISTRICT ADULT RECOGNITION AWARDS
Nominations are now being accepted for the recognition of Adult Volunteers of Harford District Boy Scouts of America.
The presentations may include: Cub Scouter of the Year • Boy Scouter of the Year • Venturer of the Year • Commissioner of the
Year • Trainer of the Year • Kendall Family Award • District Award of Merit
To nominate someone or family for an award please download, print and submit form with background materials to Awards
committee by May 4, 2015. Awards will be presented at the Harford District Adult Volunteer Dinner on Monday June 8, 2015
To obtain the adult form visit: http://www.baltimorebsa.org/document/2015-harford-district-adult-recognition-nominationform/146442
To obtain the district award form visit: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/33720.pdf
Please send completed forms to: Steve Kilczewski, 1207 Hall’s Chance Lane Belcamp MD 21017-1309 or [email protected]
Harford Chapter Chief, Boomer Carr
SCOUTS USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM AT HARFORD DISTRICT OPERATION ICICLE
Nentico Lodge, Order of the Arrow
The Harford District annual business meeting will
be held on Monday May 4th, 2014 at 7 PM. Please
visit the Harford District website on www.
baltimorebsa.org for more information.
At this meeting, the district officers and membersat-large will be elected. Voting members of the
district include current officers, members-at-large
and chartered organization representatives.
Scouts used the Buddy System to earn points at this year’s Operation Icicle at Camp
Spencer at Broad Creek this year from January 23-25. Events included Scouts skills,
games involving both mental and Physical prowess as well as knowing fellow patrol
members by trying to match answers. And thanks to a dusting of snow that Friday
night, there has been snow on the ground seven years running at Icicle. Although above
freezing temperatures brought back memories of Operation “Mudcicle” in years past. 18
Troops and 32 patrols participated with top honors going to the Best Patrol from Troop
973. The top 8 patrols were able to get to all 19 stations as well as 11 of the top 12.
Good job by all, and thanks to all the volunteers who stepped up to judge each station and make adjustments due to the weather.
Couldn’t have done it without you!
LIFE TO EAGLE SEMINAR, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2015 AT 7 PM AT THE FALLSTON VOLUNTEER FIRE HALL ON
CARRS MILL ROAD. ADDITIONALLY, EAGLE COACH TRAINING IS SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2015 AT 7
PM AT THE FALLSTON VOLUNTEER FIRE HALL ON CARRS MILL ROAD.
SPRING 2015
EAST BALTIMORE CITY
HOPKINS DISTRICT
District Chairman | Sean A. Stinnett | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Vacant
City Lights Field Director | Joseph Spellman | w. 443.573.2509 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org/hopkins | www.broadcreekbsa.org
CALENDAR
APRIL
3
Scout Service Center Closed
7
District Committee
13-Roundtable
MAY
MESSAGE FROM THE DISTRICT CHAIRMAN
The mission of the BSA and of course the Hopkins District is to
prepare our young people to make ethical and moral choices over
their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and
Law. With that in mind we also facilitate the need and commitment
towards community service. As we continue to build and strengthen
relationships within the District, our scouts will gain a sense of
compassion, pride and love for their community. 12-Mother’s Day
25-Scout Service Center Closed
With the snow removal process behind us, we look forward to the
fun of spring! Thankfully various community associations and
residents who are unable to maintain their properties were elated
that the Hopkins’ Scouts are back in their neighborhoods taking care
of their outdoor needs. District Committee
Our purpose is to instill our boys with honor and the drive to do
their very best. It is to guide our young men with the understanding
and fulfill their duty to God and to their country. 5
District Committee
11-Roundtable
JUNE
2
8-Roundtable
14-Flag Day
21-Father’s Day
BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD –
HISTORIC CAMPOREE FRIDAY OCT 9-11, 2015
The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad (B&O) was not
the first railroad in the U.S., but it was the first
common carrier railroad and the first to offer
scheduled freight and passenger service to the
public. It was the first intercity railroad in the
United States. The most important American
East Coast seaports in the early 1800s were
Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore,
and Charleston, South Carolina. Baltimore had
an advantage in being farther inland than the
others (and therefore closer to many markets),
being located almost at the head of navigation
on Chesapeake Bay, the estuary of the
Susquehanna River.
At the “Belvidere” estate just north of Baltimore,
the Revolutionary War hero Col. John Eager
Howard (1752-1827) met with several
prominent city businessmen, merchants,
shippers, and civic leaders to review the recent
operations in Great Britain, as reported by Evan
Thomas, brother of Philip E. Thomas, about the
new revolutionary system of the Stockton and
Darlington Railway and its chief engineer
George Stephenson. Baltimore responded to the
competition of the other cities and their canals
by chartering the “Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Company of Baltimore City” on February 28,
1827 The B&O was to build a railroad from
Baltimore to a suitable point on the Ohio River.
To all the new packs and troops in the Hopkins District, I extend
congratulations and much luck and most of all Boy Scout success. -Hopkins District Chairman, Sean A. Stinnett
AT THE CAMPOREE
Scouts can enjoy a full tour of the facilities. Camp at the Historic
Museum. Earn several merit badges. Enter the “Build a Telegraph
Contest and much more. For details, please e-mail jspellman@
baltimorebsa.org
E arn your Railroading, Transportation, American History Merit
Badges at the Camporee
T he set up for the re-chartering training was the site
of the Bootcamp Lab. The idea and brain storm of
Commissioner Dave Bobart brought together leaders
from the District for specific knowledge on the new
standards for re-chartering.
THE FOS KICKOFF OF 2015 BROUGHT OUT MANY
GUESTS AND CELEBRITIES. CAN YOU IDENTIFY
THE WOMAN IN THE RED TOP? EMAIL YOUR
GUESS TO [email protected]
Your correct answer will win a free gift! The fundraisings
total for the evening reached almost $10,000. If you
have not scheduled your 2015 Friends of Scouting
presentation please do so. As a non-profit organization
Scouting depends on gifts of support from supporters
like you to make the dream come to life.
Ground was broken for the railroad with great
celebration on “Independence Day”, July 4,
1828. The “first stone” was laid by 90-year-old
Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the last surviving
signer of the Declaration of Independence. A
route was laid out to follow the upper Patapsco
and Monocracy rivers to the Potomac, and work
began.[7] The line was opened for scheduled
service to Ellicott’s Mills (later renamed Ellicott
City) on May 24, 1830.
The Hopkins district annual business meeting
will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at 5:30
p.m.
The location is: Ben Cardin Pavillion, Leakin
Park, Baltimore, MD 21207.
At this meeting, the district officers and
members-at-large will be elected. Voting
members of the district include current
officers, members-at-large, and charted
organization representatives.
AC Field Director Joe Spellman and Douglas Hines of
B
Troop 361 from Columbia.
Every year more than 200 scouts and scouters get the
opportunity to go to the Maryland State Capitol Building
in Annapolis and set in the Senate Chambers and deliver
a State of Scouting address. All five Councils of Central
Maryland participate and showcase some of their great
young people.
T roop 5 was captured cleaning out their storage and
tiding things up for the Holidays. Notice one Scout who
learned how give orders.
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LEARNINGFORLIFE
LEARNING FOR LIFE & EXPLORING
District Director | Taademhaka Kennedy | w. 443.573.2521 | [email protected]
District Executive | Brandon Gething | w. 443.573.2526 | [email protected]
Learning for Life/Exploring District Chair | Brian Shepter | [email protected]
Learning for Life/Service Team Chair | Kevin Jura | [email protected]
JOIN THE LEARNING FOR LIFE SPEAKERS BANK
The Learning for Life Speakers Bank is a unique opportunity to go directly into the classrooms in Baltimore City and share your experiences! Our program gives professionals and
members of the community the chance to connect. Whether you would like to talk about your career path or your passion there are students who would love to hear from you.
Please visit: BaltimoreBSA.org/SpeakersBank and fill out the form. Questions? Email Taadie Kennedy at [email protected].
CHARACTER TRAITS AND WORK
People with different character traits tend to like different kinds of work. Some examples:
Caring teens might organize a holiday party at a day-care center or nursing home. They might babysit or volunteer at a hospital or soup kitchen, or work at a camp or recreational
center. Caring for and helping others is important to them. Good career fields include law enforcement, social work, teaching, therapy, health care, dentistry, childcare, the clergy, and real estate.
Detail-oriented teens might serve as treasurer or secretary of a club or edit the school newspaper. These people are able to focus on details and to see how the details fit into larger patterns. If they are
interested in a complicated project, they have the patience to break it down into small parts and to do each part carefully. Possible careers include librarian, engineer, construction contractor and cost
estimator, copyeditor, carpenter, insurance underwriter, administrator, computer programmer, court reporter, health and science technician, clerk, secretary, bookkeeper, and mechanic.
Creative teens might help decorate for a school event, design logos for groups they’re involved in, or write for the school newspaper. Careers where creativity is prized include architect, commercial
artist, musician, composer, dancer, choreographer, photographer, set designer, software developer, writer, editor, fashion designer, research scientist, chef, interior decorator, actor, director, craftsman,
small business owner, entertainer, and landscape architect.
Ambitious teens might volunteer to help in a local political campaign, or look for chances to meet prominent businesspeople, attorneys, or elected officials. Ambitious people feel good about
themselves when they get public recognition. In contrast, caring people feel good about themselves when they help others; creative people feel good when they can express what’s in their
imaginations; and detail-oriented people feel good about doing a complex job carefully and well.
Adventurous teens might love to travel or try new foods and fashions. They might enjoy planning an exchange between two schools across town (or perhaps across the world!). Fresh ideas and new
situations stimulate them—they might even see a potentially dangerous situation as an exciting challenge. Good career fields include journalism, outdoor recreation and education, archeology, the
travel industry, detective work, airplane piloting or stewarding, sales, and museum curating.
Fair-minded teens might get involved with an issue where they can make a difference, such a starting a recycling program or writing an exposé of unjust conditions for their school or community
newspaper. Injustice and inequality bother them. They might consider careers in ecology and conservation, social activism, law, industrial and labor relations, politics, not-for-profit businesses,
diplomacy, education, criminal justice, and human services.
This is an excerpt from the Learning For Life High School Curriculum. If you would like to learn more about the curriculum please contact Taadie Kennedy at [email protected].
VENTURING
Council Chairman | Robbie DiBiagio | [email protected]
Training Vice Chairman | Jeff Burt | [email protected]
Communications Vice Chairman | Shannon Ryan |
[email protected]
CALENDAR
What a great year it has been for Venturing! With all the help from Venturers and
Advisors from around the Council we have achieved our goals as a Venturing Officers’
Association. Only a few more months to go before we welcome the next group of
council officers. So here is what’s happened this year in Venturing.
10-12 Area 6 Phenomenon
April 13 Council VOA Nominations due
Sea Scout open house at St. James UMUC in
Marriottsville 7:30 PM
17
VOA/CVC Meeting
25
Sea Scouts Annual Yard Sale at St. James UMUC in
Marriottsville
MAY
Baltimore Area has seen twice the number of Venturers attending events this year as
opposed to last. Numbers have doubled for both our summer V-Week program and
the annual Fall Rendezvous. The Venturing Winter Rendezvous achieved an attendance
of some two hundred Venturers despite the single-digit weather. At this event, we had
crews come from in and out of council, some travelling from both North Carolina and
New Jersey to attend.
3
Venturing Awards Dinner
5
Sea Scout Meeting at St. James UMUC in Marriottsville
7:30 PM
15
VOA/CVC Meeting
JUNE
2
Sea Scout Meeting at St. James UMUC in Marriottsville
7:30 PM
16
VOA/CVC Meeting
19-21 Sea Scouting Sail to St. Michaels
2014 SILVER RECIPIENTS
Madison Graham, Crew 422 (7/19/2014)
Lucas Thompson, Crew 346 (8/16/2014)
Victor Manuel Torres Malavé, Crew 2010 (9/10/2014)
Alexander (AJ) Jones, Crew 4 (5/29/2014)
Morgan Stahl, Crew 540 (9/6/2014)
Zachary Sager, Crew 424 (11/11/14)
Leah Rene Monaghan, Crew 2010 (12/06/2014)
Autumn Rose Morrison, Crew 2010 (12/06/2014)
Yesilth Monserrath Soto, Crew 2010 (12/06/2014)
Addison Lash, Ship 361 (12/9/2014)
Nancy Stephanie Castaneda, Crew 2010 (12/13/2014)
Caitlin Marie Phillips, Crew 2010 (12/13/2014)
Christopher Boia, Crew 346 (12-15-2014)
Bethany Nehring, Crew 346 (12-15-2014)
Austin Ray, Crew 346 (12-15-2014)
Cara Westphal, Crew 346 (12-15-2014)
William Hatchell, Crew 346 (12-16-2014)
Erik Saderholm, Crew 1878 (12/17/2014)
Sophie Nolan Crew 422 (12/20/2014)
Hannah Bachhuber Crew 422 (12/30/2014)
Gretchen Marcussen, Crew 346 (12-31-2014)
Richard Streeter, Crew 346 (12-31-2014)
Tessa Hawkins, Crew 851 (12/31/2014)
Tori Wallace, Crew 851 (12/31/2014)
Rebecca Watson, Crew 851 (12/31/2014)
Eli Kelehan, Crew 851 (12/31/2014)
Hello All,
APRIL
14
Asst. Council Commissioner | Mike Clark Jr | [email protected]
VOA Advisor | Ron Herning | [email protected]
Executive Board | Mark Mulligan | [email protected]
Staff Advisor | Brandon Gething | [email protected]
Also at this event we had an appearance of Sea Scouts, something that has been rare
within the council. For the first time, we have a council boatswain, Addison Lash, who
has worked hard to promote the organization. Along with this, the Sea Scouting
presence continues to grow in partnership with Venturing.
T wo members of Ship 361 at the
Report to the State of Maryland on
February 16.
National passed program changes with the intent of reaching a broader group of young people. The program, along with the
new Summit Award, is designed to enhance the leadership qualities of the youth in order to prepare them for the later things in
life such as college and job applications.
As many youth aspire to earn the Summit Award, this year we acknowledge the last group that earned the Silver Award.
Twenty-six youth in the council earned the highest award that Venturing has to offer and we will be recognizing them and many
others at our annual awards banquet in the spring.
It’s truly been an honor to serve as your Council Venturing President. I hope to see each and every one of you on the trail. Also
remember to always Lead The Adventure!
Yours in Venturing,
Suzanne Rachid
Council Venturing President
Leaders,
I can speak for everyone on the Council Venturing Committee when I say we are all excited to see how your crews
adapt to all the new program changes. Though before we say good-bye to the Venturing Silver Award I must
congratulate all TWENTY-SIX Venturers who earned this award this year. You guys set record numbers for achieving
this prestigious award and I’m proud of each of you. I hope to celebrate all of your achievements at our Venturing
awards dinner May 3rd.
I would like to thank Taadie Kennedy for her support as our Staff Advisor for the past few years. We all wish her
success in her next Scouting adventure. I would like to welcome Brandon Gething to the team as our new Staff
Advisor. He is already bringing new ideas to the table to benefit each and every one of you. As always, we want to hear
your opinions on Venturing and suggestions on how to better the program. I’d like to welcome any of you to our
Council Venturing Committee meetings every third Thursday at the council office.
Robbie DiBiagio
Council Venturing Chairman
SPRING 2015
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HOWARD COUNTY
NATIONAL PIKE DISTRICT
District Director | Joe Azzarello | 443.573.2527 | [email protected]
District Chairman | Vacant
District Commissioner | Jeff Seymour | 443.562.4744 | [email protected]
www.nationalpike.org | www.broadcreekbsa.org
CALENDAR
APRIL
6
District Commissioner Meeting
6
Joint District Meeting (Christ Memorial Presbyterian)
13
NPD Spring Life to Eagle Seminar
Roundtable & OA Chapter Meeting
CALLING ALL CHARTER ORGANIZATION REPRESETATIVES
Did you know that you are a voting member of the National Pike District Committee? This entitles you
to attend any and all District Committee meetings (the first Tuesday of each month). The most important
role of the COR is the vote approving the incoming District Chairman, Commissioner Recommendation,
and District Members-at-Large (Committee). This year’s District Annual Business meeting will be on
Tuesday May 5th at Bethany United Methodist Church. The business meeting itself will take place at
7pm followed by a full District Committee meeting. We hope that you can make it! For more any
questions please email me, Joe Azzarello, at [email protected].
MAY
4
HOWARD COUNTY LIBRARY MONEY MATTERS SCOUT DAY
5
District Annual Business Meeting
11
22
We Remember
On January 24th at the Miller Branch Library, Howard County
Libraries, in partnership with the Baltimore Area Council, BSA and
the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, held a very successful Scout
Day. A Personal Finance Merit Badge session was offered and
nearly 50 Scouts showed up for the Eagle required merit badge.
Even though they cannot earn this badge in one day, as there is a 3
month project, the Scouts were engaged and learned an awful lot.
JUNE
1
2
District Fellowship Dinner
8
22-26Camp
2015 NATIONAL PIKE
CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP
Camp Linstead
A special thanks to Davis and Diane Gardner of Troop 122 for
facilitating the Merit Badge session! For more information on the
Howard County Library check the Library Systems website as well
as www.baltimorebsa.org/nationalpike.
June 22nd Thru June 26th
8AM till 4:30PM
Cub Scout Day Camp is a fun filled week
of Scout activities like BB’s, Archery,
Watergames, Science, Citizen, & Gaga ball
just to name a few. SCOUTING FOR FOOD
Each year the Baltimore Area Council participates
in one of the largest food drives in the region.
Scouts from every district canvas the footprint of
the Baltimore Area Council to collect food for the
needy. This year, thanks to the steadfast
leadership of Sori Meredith, the Packs, Troops,
Crews, Teams, and Ship of the National Pike
District, we collected over 60,000 pounds of food
for our local food pantries.
For more information on Day Camp and
available openings go to www.npdaycamp.
com or contact the registrar at registrar@
npdaycamp.com
On behalf of the National Pike District and all of
its Scouts and Scouters, we thank Sori Meredith
for her continued hard work for making Scouting
for Food a success year after year! Without the
dedicated efforts of Sori, we would not be able to
make such a large and widespread impact.
THANKS SORI!
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Cub Scout Day Camp
2015 FRIENDS OF SCOUTING LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST
Each year the Friends of Scouting campaign is kicked off by a special event. This years the National Pike District joined forces with 4 Rivers and The Capitol Districts to host the 2015 Leadership
Breakfast. The breakfast, held at Navy Marine Corps Stadium in Annapolis, was a huge success that included Life Scout Noah Katz from Troop 944 in Ellicott City. Along with Noah we had special
guests; Governor Bob Ehrlich, Howard County Executive Allan Kittleman, Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh, and Governor Hogan’s Chief of Staff Craig Williams.
Thanks to the support of several volunteers we raised over $40,000 at the breakfast and pushing our fundraising efforts to new levels! For more information about Friends of Scouting or to donate
please visit www.baltimorebsa.org/fos and be sure to select the National Pike District for your donation.
County Executives Kittleman and Schuh with Noah Katz
Noah Katz, Troop 944
Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh
Past Governor Bob Ehrlich
Howard County Executive Allan Kittleman
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REGINALD F. LEWIS
DISTRICT
District Chairman | Samuel Torrence | w. 443.799.2261 | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Alfred Griffin | w. 443.939.0251 | [email protected]
www.baltimorebsa.org
CALENDAR
APRIL
3
7
District Committee
6-10
Spring Break Camp
13Roundtable
MAY
5
District Committee
10
Mother’s Day
11Roundtable
25
JUNE
2
District Committee
8Roundtable
21
Father’s Day
28
National Campout at Druid Park
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. PARADE JAN. 20
Emcees for this year’s MLK Parade at noon, Jan. 20,
were Konan of 92Q and Lolo of Magic 95.9.
Marching groups include Buffalo Soldiers
Motorcycle Unit, Baltimore Area Council Boy Scouts
& Girl Scouts of Baltimore City, City Ranch, N-Full
Motion Marching Band, American Legion Federal
Post 19 Color Guard, and A Can Make a Difference.
The parade also featured colorful floats honoring
Dr. King and the late Nelson Mandela. In addition
to the parade, 92Q and Magic 95.9 were on-site at
Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Druid Hill
Avenue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to collect donations
of coats, hats, scarves, gloves, thermals and blankets
for Heart for the Homeless. Scouts of Troop 193,
chartered to Arlington United Methodist Church
collected and donated many coats. The parade
began at the intersection of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Boulevard and Eutaw Street, proceeds south on
Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and ends at
Baltimore Street.
Rear Adm. Walter Carter with Scouts from Pack 5150 and Troop 361
NEW SUPERTINDENT OF NAVAL ACADEMY
A former “Top Gun” pilot who recently led the school that teaches the nation’s Navy leaders has been chosen by
President Barack Obama to head the U.S. Naval Academy. The appointment of Rear Adm. Walter Carter shown
here with BAC Scouts representing Pack 5150 and Troop 361.
Carter is a recipient of the Navy’s Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale Leadership Award, a prestigious leadership
award recognizing high standards in ethical conduct. He spoke about the importance of ethics in military
officers in 2012 during an interview with Shipmate, the academy’s alumni magazine.
The RFL district annual business meeting
will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at
5:30 p.m.
The location is: Ben Cardin Pavillion,
Leakin Park, Baltimore, MD 21207.
It got so cold at the parade the younger scouts
from Pack 1501 started racing to the finish. And left
everyone!
Senator Riley discusses the citizenship merit badge with Scout Chris Parish
LOOK AT THIS PHOTO: ELECTED
OFFICIALS, COMMUNITY LEADERS,
PARENTS, CUB SCOUTS, BOY SCOUTS
CELEBRATE THE DREAM OF DR. MARTIN
LUTHER KING JR. — NOW ANSWER THIS
QUESTION:
With your counselor’s approval, choose a
speech of national historical importance. Find
out about the author, and tell your counselor
about the person who gave the speech. Explain
the importance of the speech at the time it was
given, and tell how it applies to American
citizens today. Choose a sentence or two from
the speech that has significant meaning to you,
and tell your counselor why.
At this meeting, the district officers and
members-at-large will be elected. Voting
members of the district include current
officers, members-at-large, and charted
organization representatives
SPRING 2015
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SOUTHERN ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
THE CAPITOL DISTRICT
District Chairman | Tim Martin | h. 410.897.9290 | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Nelson Outten | h. 410.789.4674 | [email protected]
District Director | Jenna Welle | w. 443.573.2536 | [email protected]
District Executive | Tony Smith | w. 443.573.2542 | [email protected]
www.thecapitoldistrict.org | www.broadcreekbsa.org
CALENDAR
APRIL 2015
2
District Committee Meeting, Davidsonville Scout Hut, 7
p.m.
3
9
District Commissioners Meeting, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 6:45 p.m.
9
Venturing Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist Church, 7 p.m.
9
Cub Scout Leader Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 7:30 p.m.
9
Boy Scout Leader Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 7:30 p.m.
13
Blast Article Deadline
23
OA Meeting
27
CAMP TOMAHAWK 2015
Mark your calendars for
another exciting week at
Camp Tomahawk this
summer! The Capitol District
would like to ask all our
scouts and scouters to give a
warm welcome to our new
Day Camp Director, Anne
Shawkey from Pack 153.
We’re still looking for some
more leaders for this
summer. Please contact Anne
if interested, especially if you
would like to learn more
about being the Camp
Program Director
MAY 2015
SAVE THE DATE!
7
District Committee Meeting, Davidsonville Scout Hut, 7
p.m.
14
District Commissioners Meeting, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 6:45 p.m.
14
Venturing Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist Church, 7 p.m.
14
Cub Scout Leader Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 7:30 p.m.
What: Camp Tomahawk •
When: July 27-31 • Where:
Anne Arundel County
Fairgrounds
Contact: Anne Shawkey,
[email protected]
14
Boy Scout Leader Roundtable, Riva Trace Baptist
Church, 7:30 p.m.
13
25
27
28
OA Meeting
JUNE 2015
4
13
25
OA Meeting
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DISTRICT NOMINATION MEETING
Each year, per our Council Bylaws, the Capitol District convenes a Nominating Committee to make
recommendations and select the leadership of our district for the time between May 2015 to May 2016. This
meeting will be at the start of our May District committee meeting.
The Nominating Committee is responsible for selecting District Chair, Vice-Chair(s), and Members-At-Large.
This committee also recommends to the Council Executive Board a District Commissioner candidate. Those
representing chartered organizations in the Capitol District are invited and encouraged to join us in this process.
Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh
Anne Arundel Medical Center and Troop 396 hosted a Health Care Merit Badge day on Saturday, January 31, 2015. Nearly 50 scouts attended this event, earning merit badges in first aid, medicine, dentistry and public health. Scouts
also tour the SAIL (Simulation to Advance Innovation and Learning) center. This high tech lab allows physicians and
other health care providers to run simulations of various scenarios in order to provide safe and effective care to their
patients. The SAIL center also keeps in step with the mission of Anne Arundel Medical Center to provide awareness and
education to the surrounding community in regards to health awareness and education.
F rom left to right: Former Governor Bob Ehrlich,
District Director Jenna Welle and Anne Arundel County
Executive Steve Schuh
The Capitol District had a very successful Leadership
Breakfast to kick off our Friends of Scouting Campaign for
2015. Community Leaders, Business Leaders, and Scouters
from across Anne Arundel and Howard Counties gathered to
support the Baltimore Area Council at Navy-Marine Corps
Memorial Stadium on February 19. Everyone came from
very different backgrounds, but they all had one thing in
common – a passion for Scouting. Guests listened to talks on
Scouting from two keynote speakers- Anne Arundel County
Executive Steve Schuh and Howard County Executive Allan
Kittleman. The event had nearly 150 participants and raised
$33,000 to support Scouting in Central Maryland.
F rom left to right: Matthew Grant, Pack 115; Samuel Todirita, Pack 731; Matthew Hall,
Pack 249
The Capitol District had a
very successful Pinewood
Derby on Saturday, February
7. Located right in the
middle of the Westfield
Annapolis Mall, weekend
shoppers were able to see
Cub Scouting’s signature
activity on full display. The
scouts raced within their
ranks and overall. The
overall District champion
were Matthew Grant from
Pack 115, Samuel Todirita
from Pack 731, and Matthew
Hall from Pack 249/
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WEST BALTIMORE CITY
THURGOOD MARSHALL DISTRICT
District Chairman | Sean A. Stinnett | [email protected]
District Commissioner | Angela Griggs | c. 410.209.9992 | [email protected]
CALENDAR
BLACK HISTORY SHOWCASE - SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH, BALTIMORE CITY
The Beginning
It all started in June, 1934 with less than ten people that believed God and a visionary named Rev. Charles H. Bernard.
For three years the people borrowed space to worship and continued to believe the Lord for a permanent home. Change
was a regular occurrence for first 12 years of Sharon’s existence, but the people remained faithful. In October, 1947 God
gave Sharon a pastor, Rev. Phillip M. King that would lead the people for the next 34 years. During his tenure the church
paid off all debt, purchased new property, and paid off debt again.
APRIL
7
District Committee
6-10
Spring Break Camp
13Roundtable
The Burst
Sharon was about 48 years old when it met a man that would lead God’s people with God’s Word into the future. In
January, 1982 Keith Wayne Reed, Sr. changed the mission of Sharon Baptist Church. He declared that the church would
use the Bible and focus on three things: evangelizing the lost, edifying the saints, and exalting the Savior. Sounds simple,
but it was a new direction that God honoured. People came from everywhere to hear the teachings of the word of God and
we went from serving 280 people in 1982 to over 2000 in 1997. We created seats in any crevice you could find and
parking was almost impossible on the small residential streets of southwest Philadelphia. It was time! We found land in
West Philadelphia, broke ground, and in September, 1999 we moved in to our new sanctuary.
MAY
5
District Committee
11Roundtable
JUNE
2
District Committee
8Roundtable
27-28 National Campout at Druid Park
The Boundless
Since the move over a decade ago, we haven’t stopped serving God or loving on God’s people. New challenges and
opportunities are on the horizon and we look forward to what God is going to do in and through us.
NEW PARTNERSHIP FOR GREAT AMERICAN
CAMPOUT
The Thurgood Marshall District’s annual business meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. The location
is: Ben Cardin Pavillion, Leakin Park, Baltimore, MD 21207.
At this meeting, the district officers and members-at-large will be elected. Voting members of the district include current
officers, members-at-large, and charted organization representatives
ounty Coordinator Neil Magness, County Parks Chief
C
Beahta Davis, City Parks Chief Bob Wall, City Recreation
Chief Tracey Estep plan the Campout
THE GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT
This event will be held from June 27-28, 2015. In
partnership with the Baltimore Area Council Boy Scouts,
the Parks and Recreation Departments of both the City
and the County will host events at their parks.
Many activities are planned including overnight
camping, mid-night swim, astronomy, campfire and
cook-out. For information, please email Ms. Tracey
Estep: [email protected]
PINEWOOD DERBY SPONSORED BY THE PETER
AND BARBARA BOWE FOUNDATION
T he Great American Backyard cookout drew more than
100 inner-city youth to Camp out at Druid Park
The Scouts of Pack 3501 Chartered to Calvin Rodwell
Elementary School in Baltimore City. Completed their
Sports Activity Belt Loop then got a chance to learn
about animals. The entire Wolf Den earned their Bobcat
Badges. This opportunity was sponsored by the Peter
and Barbara Bowe Foundation.2.
The pinewood derby is one of the most popular and
successful family activities in Cub Scouting. Pinewood
derby cars are small wooden models that Cub Scouts
make with help from their families. Then they race the
cars in competition. The cars are powered by gravity and
run down a track. Most packs have a pinewood derby
every year. It can be run indoors or outdoors. Every boy
can design and build his own “grand prix” car to enter in
the race.
Racing in a Cub Scout derby is great fun. You’ll get to
design your racing vehicle, work with a parent to build
it, and see it perform on race day. Win or lose, you’ll
take pride in having done your best. When you race in a
Cub Scout derby, you learn craft skills, the rules of fair
play, and good sportsmanship—things you will
remember all your life.
Here Scouts participated in the Fox 45 B’More Healthy
Expo which was sponsored by the Peter and Barbara
Bowe Foundation who supplied 100 pinewood derby
cars and materials for at-risk youth of Baltimore City.
Senator Stephanie Pugh with Tiger Scout Zachary of Pack
5150
SPRING 2015
Create a safety
comic book cover
and your school could
win
$10,000!
The adventure begins with
a lesson on natural gas safety.
Use resources provided in the downloadable
entry kit to teach elementary school students
how to stay safe around natural gas.
Bring your class’ own
story to life!
Use images of BGE’s natural gas safety
hero, Captain Mercaptan, and his two
sidekicks, Sunny and Piper to help your
class illustrate your comic book cover.
Upload your illustration to the contest
website, BGEGasHero.COM, and your
school could win up to $10,000 for
a school enrichment project.
CONTEST HIGHLIGHTS
Open to public and private
elementary schools within the
BGE service area.
Entries accepted
January 19—March 15, 2015.
Online public voting period
March 23— April 5, 2015.
Final winners announced
in early May.
#BGEGASHERO
Email [email protected]
with questions.
BGEGASHERO.COM
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