Winter 2012 - Monmouth Council, BSA

The Scouting Trail
Monmouth Council
Boy Scouts of America
Volume 12
Issue 4
Winter 2012
Joshua Huddy
Distinguished Citizen
Award
Scouts in Action:
Hurricane Sandy
Recovery Efforts
Pumpkin Chuckin’
Camporee
INSIDE THIS EDITION
Calendar of Events
2
Gettysburg Adventure
23
Joshua Huddy Award
3
NEW: FOS 2013
24
Scout Spotlight: OA Triple Crown 5
Pumpkin Chuckin’ Camporee
27-29
Camp Improvements
9
Summer Camp Preview
30-35
Popcorn Sale Winners
13
Advancement News
38-39
Hurricane Recovery
14-19 District Updates
Scouting Anniversary Week
21
Venturing and Exploring
41-47
49-51
Winter 2012 Calendar
Important Dates and Events
December 14
Popcorn Payment and Roster Due to Council
December 14
BSA Re-Chartering Due
December 29
OA Winter Banquet
January 12
FOS Kick-Off Breakfast
February 3-9
Scouting Anniversary Week (2/3 Scout Sunday)
March 8-10
New Jersey Scout Museum Re-Opens
March 23
Battleground Pinewood Derby, Griebling Elementary School
April 14
Twin Lights District Pinewood Derby, VFW
April 19 -21
Thunderbird District Camporee
April 21
Thunderbird District Pinewood Derby, Monmouth Regional High School
Council Service Center Closed: 12/24-25, 1/1, 1/21, 2/18, 3/29
Important Camp Dates
12/27 & 2/9 FSR/QHSR Camp Staff Interviews
Forestburg Camp Schedule (FSR)
January 11-13 – Battleground District Winterburg
January 18-20 – Thunderbird District Winterburg
February 15-17 – Twin Lights District Winterburg
Quail Hill Camp Schedule (QHSR)
January 19 – Twin Lights District Klondike Derby
February 9 – Battleground District Klondike Derby
February 23 – Thunderbird District Klondike Derby
Training Schedule
March 9-10
Boy Scout Leader Specific
March 10
BB & Archery Training
April 5-7
IOLS Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills
Note: Youth Protection and all Cub Scout Leader training can be done online through www.myscouting.org.
Go to www.monmouthbsa.org and click on “Training” for the latest information on in-person training events,
locations and registration flyers.
For more information on any of these activities or events call the council Service Center 732-536-2347
or visit: www.monmouthbsa.org
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39th Annual Joshua Huddy Award
Congratulations to Domenic M. DiPiero III, who
received the 39th Annual Joshua Huddy Distinguished
Citizen Award at the council’s “Gala Under The Stars”
on October 27 at The Shadowbrook in Shrewsbury, N.J.
Domenic, Founder and CEO of Newport Capital Group,
a national independent investment advisory firm located
in Red Bank, was recognized for his outstanding record
of community service and participating citizenship.
The Gala is the pre-eminent development and
community black-tie event of the year with hundreds of
top community and business leaders attending.
Honorable Kim
Guadagno, New Jersey Lt. A special Thank You to all our Donors and
Governor and Executive
Gala Sponsors including lead Sponsors:
Board member, served as
Eagle Sponsor
the Honorary Gala Chair
UMH Properties
and Timothy Hogan,
Star Sponsors
Regional President,
Newport Capital Group
Riverview Medical Center
Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems
and Bayshore Community
Arthur Kontos Foundation
Hospital, served as the
Master of Ceremonies.
Gold Table Package
Birdsall Services Group
CBRE
Comfort Revolution
Encon Mechanical Corp.
FGI Finance
Law Offices of Sanford Brown
Meridian Health System
Monmouth Park Corporate Center I & II
New Jersey Natural Gas
OceanFirst Bank
Thomas K. Rospos, P.E.
The Scire’ Family Foundation
Boy Scout Troop 50 in Shrewsbury served as
Robert J. Smith, Jr.
the Gala’s official Honor/Color Guard
Stark & Stark
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Council President’s Minute
Kurt M. Kalafsky, AIA CSI
I hope this issue finds all of our Scouting friends and families well and recovering from the
traumatic, and in many cases devastating, effects of the one-two punch that we experienced
from Hurricane Sandy and Nor’easter Athena.
The stories of Scouts and Scouters jumping in to help those in need have been overwhelming so far. From
serving hot meals to displaced victims and first responders and helping at organized clean-up events around
the County, to manning collection sites for food, clothing and other essentials that were lost, our Scouts have
been some of the first to offer assistance to others.
It was an honor to work alongside these young men and women, many of whom didn’t have electricity or heat
in their own homes, while putting the needs of others first. They truly took “To help other people at all
times” to the next level. I couldn’t be more proud of our Scouting community at this time of need.
We have even received offers from out-of-council Troops, including a Troop in Massachusetts, to adopt units
as they did during the aftermath of Katrina. If you know of a unit that has lost equipment please contact our
Scout Service Center and our staff will assist in getting the information to the appropriate sources.
Both of our camps took quite a pounding from the storms, and fortunately we did not lose any major
structures. Clean-up and repair is already underway. Thank you to all our Scouting volunteers who helped
with our two clean-up days at Quail Hill. Forestburg is already fully operational and I have no doubt that by
the time this issue is printed we will be back up and fully operational at Quail Hill as well.
Thank you to all of the volunteers who are continuing to make our camps some of the best in the region.
Two nights before the storm I had the honor of attending our 39th Annual Joshua Huddy “Distinguished
Citizen Award” Gala at the Shadowbrook in Shrewsbury. Here too I was encouraged by the support of local
community and business leaders who came out to honor Domenic DiPiero III, Founder and CEO of Newport
Capital Group. Last year’s recipient, the Honorable Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno, was our honorary Gala
Chair and Honorable Senator Joseph Kyrillos, Jr. assisted me in the award presentation. Some other
public figures in attendance included, Honorable Judge
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Michael Guadagno, and Honorable Claire French,
Winter 2012
Monmouth County Clerk. The event raised over $215,000
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of our dedicated volunteers and staff.
Edwina A. Howell, Council Commissioner
Lee A. Marconi, Scout Executive
I hope to see you on the trail soon,
Stacey Ehling, Scouting Trail Editor
Kurt M. Kalafsky AIA CSI
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Scout Spotlight: OA Triple Crown
First Monmouth Council Scout to Complete OA High Adventure Triple Crown
Reprinted from Na TSI HI Lodge 71, Voice of the Pines (Autumn 2012)
By Ted Apostle
This past summer I went on an adventure that I will never
forget. I attended one of the Order of the Arrow High
Adventure Programs. Order of the Arrow Ocean
Adventure was a trip of a lifetime. I met fellow
Arrowmen from all over the country.
At Sea Base I snorkeled, seeing coral and fish and even
shipwrecks. I caught and ate a lot of the wildlife in the
Keys such as fish and iguanas.
But on this trip, since it was an Order of the Arrow trip,
it was not all fun and games, there was plenty of work
involved. We worked on Big Munson Island, and at
Crane Point, building trails and restoring the island berm.
Ted with a Key Deer at Sea Base in the Florida Keys
But this was not my first OA High Adventure.
In fact, this was the last High Adventure trip I needed to
achieve the Order of the Arrow “Triple Crown.”
This Award is extremely hard to get. I am among fewer
than 100 people to earn this in the nation, and the first in
Monmouth Council.
Canoeing at Northern Tier in Minnesota
“On Top of the World” at Philmont in New Mexico
Philmont, Northern Tier, and Sea Base were trips that I will
never forget. Make sure you sign up to start your adventure
today!
Ted is an Eagle Scout in
Boy Scout Troop 18 in
Freehold and a member of
Venturing Crew 347.
Along the Scouting Trail
he earned 58 Merit Badges,
attained the rank of
Eagle Scout in May 2012
and earned a Bronze Palm
in August 2012.
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Scout Executive’s Minute
Lee A. Marconi
We continue to get updates and reports of our Scouts, youth members and leaders helping
and leading in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts and community support. Keep up the great
work, it is much appreciated and is making a big difference. We also continue to work
closely with other community agencies and our staff members have been reaching out to our Scouting
families, units and chartered partners to ascertain specific help and special requests needed in the days and
weeks ahead.
Switching gears, one of our goals for 2013 and beyond, and consistent with our 2012-2017 Council Strategic
Plan, is the recruitment of new volunteers for and growth of our Council Membership Committee. There are
many ways that you can become involved. Our 2013 Council Membership Plan has four key components,
each of which needs volunteers and Membership Committee direction. These include: New-Unit Growth,
Youth Recruitment, Program Transitions and Retention, and Charter Renewal.
New Unit Growth is centered around community analysis of youth and families served in Scouting, as
identified through the Council Market Analysis. Establishment of the full family of Scouting (pack, troop
and crew) with our chartered partners and consideration of schools without unit linkages are other focus
areas. We have only scratched the surface with growth of our co-ed Venturing and Exploring programs for
young men and women ages 14-20. Faith-based youth groups, special interest programs, high-school clubs
and career-interest programs with Exploring all come to mind.
Our Multi-Cultural Scouting Initiative is another major area of growth for our council and the Boy Scouts
of America. Youth and families in our changing population demographics and growing diverse communities
deserve an opportunity to join Scouting. We have a plan and action items for this Initiative, but need help to
develop and cultivate relationships.
Youth Recruitment is a year-round endeavor. Youth can join Scouting any time, unlike sports seasons for
example, and parents need to know this. Spring recruitment efforts like “Tiger Ice Cream Night” or
“Tiger Day at Camp” provide excellent opportunities to join. New Cub Scouts who join in the Spring can
attend Cub Scout Day Camp/Resident Camp, Family Camp, and Water Carnival Day at Quail Hill Scout
Reservation, as well as summer-time pack activities. Fall and
Scouting Trail Deadlines
Spring Recruitments also offers a tremendous opportunity for
new youth and families to join through “Join Scout Nights”
We want to feature your Scout unit in
and Troop, Crew and Post Open Houses, as well as via
our next issue! Please e-mail your
Chartered-partner based recruitment efforts, like religious
stories (500 words or less) and high
education class recruitment campaigns.
resolution photographs to:
The bottom line is we need to grow our Council Membership
Committee to serve more youth and families and to grow
Scouting in its second century. Whether you are a veteran
Scouter or new parent, we need your help, experience and
enthusiasm.
Give me a call at the Scout Service Center or talk with
someone on the team to get started. Your leadership and
support can and will make a positive impact in the lives of
youth and families.
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Council News
Lee Marconi Receives
Shofar Award
The Jewish Committee on
Scouting (JCOS) surprised Scout
Executive Lee Marconi at the
Council Camporee when they
presented him with the
"Shofar Award."
The National Jewish Committee
on Scouting established the
Shofar Award to recognize
outstanding service by adults in
the promotion of Scouting among Jewish youth.
"Mr. Marconi has been a strong backer of the JCOS programs and it's future endeavors with the
Scouting program within the Jewish Community," said Monmouth Council JCOS Chairman
Stan Weinstein.
A contingent of Scouters, Alumni and Volunteers from Monmouth Council participated in
the Eagle Scout Centennial Parade in Rockville Center, N.Y., sponsored by the Theodore
Roosevelt Council on Sept. 8, 2012. The parade marked the 100th Anniversary of the
presentation of the first Eagle Scout Badge in 1912 to Arthur Rose Eldred from
Troop 1 in Rockville Center, NY.
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Assistant Scout Executive’s Minute
Stephen Smith
Scouting in Monmouth Council has done quite well in 2012 thanks to all the hard work and
dedication to our volunteer leaders and Scouting families. From a “technical” Scouting view
from the Service Center, Forestburg summer programs were up in attendance, exceeding our
forecasts. Quail Hill’s program was top notch. Our fundraising efforts across the board exceeded our
projections. Our retention of scouts is third in the nation. This is a direct reflection of the leadership you
provide and the programs that we offer to our scouts. It looks like we will end the year as a Council achieving
the Gold Journey to Excellence level.
Although these accomplishments have been positive, we did see a downturn in Scout Membership and the
2012 popcorn sale fell short of our goal.
For 2013, we have additional challenges to overcome in the wake of the storms, Sandy and Athena. We need
to pull together as a Scouting family and face these challenges head on. We will assist the best we can, any
who have needs brought about by the storms. We need to demonstrate that Scouting is relevant and needed,
through public awareness, service projects, and marketing. We need to recruit more youth into the program,
so we can teach them the same skills we use to face our challenges and to become better adults. We need to
realize that fundraising may be harder as many community businesses will be focusing their efforts on
rebuilding their own livelihoods and helping to revitalize business in New Jersey.
I am proud to hear about the stories of our "Scouts in Action" who have been helping with clean-up projects,
clothing and food drives, and in various other ways to help our neighbors and communities. We need to get
the word out that our Scouts and Scouters were on the front lines. Advertise what your units have done and
use the media to increase public knowledge of what Scouting is truly about.
We need to develop a comprehensive membership plan that actively recruits more youth to our Cub Scout,
Boy Scout, Venturing, and Exploring programs. We need you to help with this.
For fundraising, we need to reach more and more businesses and show them what we do in our
communities, and that our programs need funding to continue with those efforts.
As units, you need to schedule your Friends of
Scouting campaigns early in the year and spread
the word of its importance to your families.
Together, we will be strong.
Together, we can overcome any obstacle.
Together, we need to continue to set the standard of
leadership in our communities.
This picture shows your generosity just a couple of days after the
Service Center opened its doors to receive donations. Thank you for
the donations you have made to help those affected by the storms.
New Jersey Scout Museum to Re-Open in March
Work continues on the re-design and renovation of the New Jersey Scout
Museum which plans to open again in March. Save these dates and join us in
Morganville to celebrate the history of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in the
Garden State.
 March 8 - Annual Program
 March 9 & 10 - Museum Open House
Call us at 732.862.1282 or visit our website for program details and events: www.njsm.org
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Camp Improvements
The Campbuilders team of volunteers have been very busy over the past few months working on a number of
improvement projects at our two camps. New roofs now adorn several structures including the Hike Center at
Forestburg (B), the OA Pavillion near Scout Lodge at Quail Hill, Pond Shelter at Quail Hill received a total
face-lift (A), and the outside of the Quail Hill Pool House was repainted (C).
The post-storm clean-up is progressing. Thank you to all the Boy Scout Troops and volunteers who have been
assisting with the clean-up. We hope to have our camps back in prime condition very soon.
A
B
Before
C
After
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Council Commissioner’s Minute
Edwina Howell
The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Now is the time to think about gifts from our
Scout Shop. Stop in and check out all the holiday gifts for all ages of Scouts. There is always
something that your Scout can use to be found on the shelves.
December is also charter renewal time. Hopefully by now you have accessed your unit rosters on-line and
done all the preliminary work to get your papers filled out on time. Remember to put all your information in
on-line and turn the hard copy to Cathy Brown by December 14. Signatures are usually the hold-up, so try to
get them early. “Murphy’s Law” says that the person who needs to sign the charter will be out of town when
you need them, so plan accordingly. Remember that in order to have a leader on your charter they must have
completed both Youth Protection training and Leader Specific training or the system will bounce your charter
back.
December 31st is also the drop dead date for entering all your Journey To Excellence information into the
system. Last year, as it was the first year of the new program, National was lenient with the reporting dates.
However, this year, the reporting dates will be firm . . . whatever is entered as of December 31 will be what is
returned to Monmouth Council, and no changes will be allowed. Sooo . . . do your part and make sure all
parties in charge of doing your entering are doing their jobs. Remember to turn your JTE form in with you
charter. Last year many units simply forgot to fill out their forms, so they did not qualify for anything. The
“Triple Crown” of the Journey To Excellence is that your Unit Score helps your District score and your
District score helps the Council Score. We all know that our units are functioning well . . . some better than
others . . . but basically all are functioning well. Blow your horn and let everyone know . . . everyone in the
Council will benefit.
Now is also the time to begin preparation for your 2013 Friends of Scouting campaign. Contact your District
Executive or their designee to get your presentation date on the calendar. January, February and March are the
ideal months to have your presentation, either at a pack meeting, Blue & Gold or Court of Honor, so try to
schedule it during that time frame. It might be worth considering adding a donation into your yearly dues to
jumpstart that portion of your unit goal. Monmouth Council is aiming for 100% family participation. Each
family is requested to donate a minimum of $52 to complete your unit’s full goal. Choose your Unit FOS
Chair carefully, as it will be their job to attend the FOS kick-off in January and follow up with your families
after the presentation is given. Advance planning will help your unit and Monmouth Council succeed.
Happy Scouting and have a great holiday season!
Tribute Fund Gifts
In honor of Dr. Manoj Parikh’s birthday
From Hogan-Knotts Financial Group, Inc.
In honor of Eagle Scout Jacob Resnick
From Fred & Mindy Melmid
In memory of Dr. Michael J Mahoney
Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 110, Lincroft
From the Scouting Family of Troop 110
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Council Events: Cub Scout Open House
Welcome New Cub Scouts!
More than 30 new Cub Scouts and their families
attended our first annual “Cub Scout Open House and
Fun Day” in October. The new Scouts had a chance
to learn about marksmanship and test their skills on
the BB and Archery Ranges, build and race their own
Rain Gutter Regatta Boats, launch water bottle
rockets, play a variety of carnival games,
paint pumpkins and even get their faces painted.
Thank you to all our volunteers
who helped make this event a
success. Special thanks to
Kimi G for the face painting,
and to Slope Brook Farm in
Colts Neck for donating the
pumpkins and their continued
support of Scouting.
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Council News
*** WEBSITE EDITOR’S NEEDED ***
Monmouth Council is seeking volunteers to help maintain our Council and related websites
and help to improve our social media presence. Basic computer knowledge is expected, but
no web design experience is necessary.
We will train all volunteers how to use our website editing system.
Do you already have experience with content management systems? If so, we need YOU!
Interested? Contact Council Webmaster Adam Gross at [email protected]
Join the Marketing Team
Wanted:
Marketing/PR &
Media Savvy Volunteers!
Increasing public awareness and the
visibility of Scouting and the amazing
programs we offer to young people
will be the focus of the newly
revitalized Monmouth Council
Marketing Committee.
"Focusing on marketing and public
relations will help us to increase
membership, increase program
participation and increase
philanthropic support," said
Bill Faverzani, the Vice President of
Marketing for Monmouth Council.
The first step is to recruit talented
people that have experience in the
fields of marketing, public relations
and social media. "We definitely need
Scouting volunteers. We know there
are a lot of talented people out there
with these skills and we need help
identifying them," he added.
If you would like to join the Marketing
team, or have a contact in one of these
fields that might be interested in
helping us to spread the good word
about Scouting.
Contact: Bill Faverzani at:
[email protected]
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2012 Trail’s End Popcorn Sale
Way to go Monmouth Council Scouts and Scouters!! Together, you have sold over $579,000 worth of
popcorn during the Show & Sell (Blitz), Take Order, and online portions of the Popcorn Sale this year.
What does this mean to you? We’re talking a lot of money to fund your programs with. You have raised a
over $238,000 in COMMISSIONS for your units, and raised another $173,000 for the Council’s programs.
Congratulations to each and every one of you on such a great sale!
Congratulations to our TOP SELLING UNIT: TROOP 137 for attaining $32,791 in sales.
Here’s a quick breakdown of our top selling units, let’s give them all a great round of applause:
Battleground
Thunderbird
Twin Lights
Pack 116 - $11,600
Pack 82 - $10,836
Pack 122 - $24,261
Pack 155 - $11,356
Pack 143 - $10,106
Pack 66 - $22,644
Pack 150 - $11,262
Pack 333 - $8,563
Pack 11 - $22,048
Pack 180A - $9,416
Pack 194 - $6,751
Pack 137 - $16,610
Pack 108 - $8,142
Pack 63 - $6,226
Pack 124 - $13,465
Troop 116 - $15,183
Troop 82 - $18,287
Troop 137 - $32,791
Troop 290 - $13,168
Troop 71 - $16,229
Troop 125 - $18,020
Troop 157 - $6,036
Troop 49 - $12,002
Troop 122 - $16,042
Troop 180 - $5,972
Troop 40 - $6,187
Troop 331 - $7,525
Troop 155 - $5,587
Troop 76 - $4,811
Troop 47 - $4,345
Crew 49 - $624
Total District Sales: $178,980 Total District Sales: $137,822
Total District Sales: $265,534
We congratulate the following Scouts who were the lucky winners for the Fill-A-Sheet drawing:
Anthony Klich, Pack 122
Nicholas Bausenwein, Troop 49
James Booth, Pack 122
Isaac Thompson, Troop 82
Jacob Thompson, Troop 82
Tommie Lavin, Troop 71
Trevor Kraeutler, Troop 71
Nicholas Wroblewski, Pack 364
James Booth, Pack 122
Nick Dolan, Pack 66
James Borg, Troop 137
James Randolph, Troop 82
Anthony Klich, Pack 122
Michael Coppola, Troop 82
The list of $600 prize winners and top Scout sellers will be included in the next Scouting Trail.
Special Thanks to Lowy’s Moving Service for serving as our Popcorn Distribution Warehouse this year.
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Storm Recovery Update
To our Scouting families, leaders and friends, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has
helped with the recovery efforts underway and know that your support is making a big
difference in the lives of those families and neighbors impacted by the storms.
We continue to get updates and reports of our Scouts, youth members and leaders helping and
leading in recovery efforts and community support. Keep up the great work, it is much
appreciated and shows our Scouting Spirit to be strong, as well as showcasing the Scout Oath and Law in
action! Always check first with your local municipal government and participate with the streamlined process
of recovery and project work in your community. If your unit has been active in this effort please send an
e-mail with details to [email protected] so we can continue to track our volunteer support.
Our staff members are also reaching out to our Scouting families, units and chartered partners to ascertain
specific help and special requests needed in the days and weeks ahead. If you know of Scouting families or
communities with specific requests or needs please contact the Scout Service Center at 732-536-2347.
We are also are connecting out-of-council troops who have reached out and who are adopting hard-hit units in
Monmouth Council.
Our Scouting For Food Campaign is also underway and is helping to provide much needed support to the
local food pantries. We have a goal this year to collect 500,000 non-perishable food items. We continue to
work closely with other community agencies in terms of coordinated community volunteer support and help.
Both Quail Hill Scout Reservation and Forestburg Scout Reservation sustained major tree and wire damage,
but no major structural damage, except to the Ranger’s Residence at QHSR. Our Rangers, CampBuilders,
Scouts and other volunteers have made a tremendous impact in getting our camps back up and running and
we have completed two Clean-Up Days at Quail Hill Scout Reservation. Older Scouts and youth members,
and leaders are asked to bring any helpful tools like rakes and shovels, as well as work gloves, when
scheduling clean-up at camp.
As a Council we have concluded our service as a drop-off site for food, warm clothing, cleaning supplies and
other needed items. Thank you to all the individuals, the Good Samaritan Food Bank, and units that gave so
generously in particular Troop 155, Troop 157 and Troop 122. The items we collected were donated to:
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The Anastasia School and Gregory School in Long Branch
Union Beach Municipal Building
Keansburg Fire Department
The Barn of Middletown
Keansburg Family in need (Complete Thanksgiving Turkey Basket)
North Middletown Family in need (Complete Thanksgiving Basket)
Disaster Relief Funds
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National BSA has established a Boy Scouts of America Disaster Relief Fund:
http://www.scouting.org/AlertHurricane.aspx to make a contribution in support of
Monmouth Council Scouting families or other local BSA councils in the region.
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The Northeast Region, BSA Order of the Arrow has launched an aggressive campaign
to raise at least $20,000 to award to OA Lodges for projects to help their camps recover
from Hurricane Sandy damage. They would like to reach Arrowmen across the country to
ask for help in these efforts, and you can check with your local council
Order of the Arrow lodge for more information or go to: www.oa-bsa.org
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Storm Recovery Update
Other important information:
Calls from Scouting families and residents in need of non-emergency help can also be
directed to call 2-1-1 where they will be connected to a live operator or visit
http://www.nj211.org From here, they will be linked to area resources for muck-out, repairs,
food, clothing, housing assistance, health and basic needs. NJ 211 has also produced its
Hurricane Sandy Response and Recovery Guide available at
http://www.nj211.org/images/HurricaneSandy/NJ211HurricaneSandyResourceGuide.pdf
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The American Red Cross and FEMA also have updated information. For more information on donated
items, refer to the Aidmatrix system through FEMA:
http://www.aidmatrixnetwork.org/fema/States.aspx?ST=New+Jersey.
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You may also refer to the Foodbank of Monmouth-Ocean County for current food and water needs, or
contact local shelters for their list of needs for those who remain displaced. FEMA has three Disaster
Recovery Centers in Monmouth County located at:
Belmar Municipal Building, 601 Main Street, Belmar
Union Beach Municipal Building, 650 Poole Avenue, Keyport/Union Beach, NJ
Henry Hudson Trail Activities Center, 945 Hwy 36, Leonardo (Middletown), NJ
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The state of New Jersey has a volunteer hotline: Call 1-800-Jersey-7 (537-7397) or (609) 775-5236 or
(908) 303- 0471 If you would like to be included in the State of NJ volunteer bank.
Or email [email protected]
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General Hurricane Relief News and information updates can be found at: www.state.nj.us,
www.state.nj.us/governor, www.nj101.5.com, www.news12.com
We will keep everyone posted with updates and further developments. Thank you for your outstanding
support and leadership.
Scouts in Action: Storm Recovery
The following pages are just a sampling of the many acts of kindness and service our Scouts and their families
provided to those in need after Hurricane Sandy and Nor’easter Athena.
Troop 82 and Crew 82
Allenwood
Thirty-five Scouts and their
families helped distribute ice
and water at the distribution
center in the Circle Outlet Mall
in Wall Township.
In addition, they set-up
camping stoves to prepare hot
food, coffee and hot chocolate
for the volunteers.
The Scouts also donated food
they had purchased for a
campout that was postponed by
the storms.
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Scouts in Action: Storm Recovery
Troop 317 Farmingdale: Life Scout Matthew Glenn assisted
at various shelters and solicited donations of bottled water,
emergency blankets, hand warmers, and canned food.
He also spent time volunteering with developmentally disabled
adults talking, playing games, assisting with meals and doing
their laundry. (pictured right: Matthew assisting at the Bolger
Middle School in Middletown.)
Troop 515 Howell: Collected and sorted items and
helped load trucks at a disaster relief station coordinated
by the Howell PAL. (pictured below)
Troop 246 Middletown: Scouts helped unload
cars, sort items, and pack and stack boxes for a
food and clothing drive at Thompson Middle
School in Middletown. (pictured above)
Troop 155 Freehold: Eagle Scout brothers Joe and John Guth
helped clear neighborhood driveways, cleaned out crawl
spaces and basements in Belmar, volunteered at local donation
centers, assisted with the Quail Hill clean-up and they raised
money for the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund by participating in
a Kick-A-Thon at their martial arts school. (pictured left)
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Scouts in Action: Storm Recovery
Cub Scout Pack 180A Allentown:
Helped sort through donations from
Allentown & Upper Freehold residents
at the Allentown First Aid Squad that
were sent to NJ shore victims of
Hurricane Sandy. (pictured left)
Troop 201 Rumson: Volunteered to help clean
out the storm drains in the Highlands and helped
with the clean-up of the West Park area of
Rumson. Scouts also assisted with relief centers
at Bingham Hall in Rumson and in Sea Bright
Boro, helped clear neighbors driveways that were
blocked by fallen trees, and one scout even made
a giant grid for food delivery organization for the
National Guard stationed at the Rumson Bridge.
Troop also helped with the donation of $10,000
of supplies from Home Depot to the OEM and
first responders in Highlands. (pictured right)
Troop 122 Middletown: Gutted and cleaned out the entire first floor for a family flooded out in Pt. Monmouth,
gutted an entire house for a family in Keansburg, and gutted and cleaned the basement and first floor of a house
in Belford. Twenty-five scouts and leaders also participated in the clean up at QHSR. (pictured above left)
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Scouts in Action: Storm Recovery
Cub Scout Packs 131 and 331 and
Boy Scout Troops 131 and 331
Holmdel: These four Scouting units
worked together to help sort clothing
at St. Catharine’s, at St. Benedict's,
the Bridges and the VFW in Keyport.
Troop 131 also helped the
St. Vincent de Paul society collect
and distribute food to families in Keyport, Atlantic Highlands, Keansburg
and local nursing homes. (pictured above right and left Troop 331Scouts)
Troop 140 Middletown: Donated 200 emergency blankets, 1000 dust masks and 80 gowns to various
emergency facilities. Scouts volunteered at the Thompson Park collection and distribution center and the
Middletown Town Hall, and they handed out emergency literature, food water and blankets to residents in
Leonardo and Belford. They also went to Union Beach and helped with food service set-up and clean-up of
homes. Many were also good neighbors checking on the elderly and offering warmth and a hot meal.
Cub Scout Pack 261 Keansburg: Scouts helped with donations at the Bolger Middle School and helped
people in their own community which was hard hit during the storm.
Troop 42 Middletown: Volunteered at the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce “Beacon of Hope”
collection and distribution center in Hazlet helping distribute needed food and clothing and supplies to local
families.
Troop 72 Neptune City: Scoutmaster Michael Berkowitz, Committee member Molly Berkowitz and Star
Scout Daniel Berkowitz volunteered several first aid shifts with the Shark River Hills First Aid Squad before
and after the storm. Molly helped oversee the Neptune donation and distribution center, and Daniel was
responsible for the entire grocery operation. Together the Berkowitz family volunteered over 150 hours to the
community in the immediate aftermath of the storm.
Troop 66 Matawan: Donated money they would have spent on a camping trip to the Food Bank, and helped
sort and distribute items at the “Beacon of Hope” distribution center in Hazlet.
Troop 136 Keansburg: Scouts and their families volunteered at a Keansburg shelter.
Cub Scout Pack 240 Middletown: Scouts volunteered in their community and helped move a family into a
new home and helped provide them with kitchen supplies, bedroom sets and even a TV with video game
system for the kids.
Troop and Cub Scout Pack 134 Union Beach: Held a food and clothing drive and assisted with the sorting
of the items at Holy Family Church in Union Beach, and also helped families in their community which was
badly damaged by the hurricane.
Troop 110 Lincroft: The troop has been helping out at Croydan Hall giving out food and volunteered at the
Thompson Park distribution center sorting donations.
Troop 242 Middletown: Scouts were actively involved helping families in their community.
Editor’s Note: These are just a few of the stories of amazing service by our Scouts and volunteers that were
submitted to Monmouth Council. If your unit has good deeds to share please send an email and photo to
[email protected].
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Scouts in Action: Scouting For Food
2012 GOAL: 500,000 Non-Perishable Food Items
We are well on our way to reaching our goal of collecting 500,000
non-perishable food items for the 2012 Scouting For Food Drive. These are just
a few examples of Scouting units that have participated, both for storm relief and
our traditional annual Scouting for Food Drive.
Troop 140 Middletown: Food Drive Thank You
Troop 140 Middletown collected over 440 food bags for
the Calico Cat Food Pantry and Thrift Shop in Middletown.
Food Drive Director Robbie Freund was so pleased she
wrote this letter to the Troop:
“To all my dear friends of Troop #140. Let me first start out
by saying how much I appreciate your faithfulness and
dedication for such a worthy cause. I have so much to be
thankful, just knowing you guys. You young fellows always
do the nicest things for me and this time no exception. Thank
you for supporting our pantry with your food drive.
Also, I want you to know the get well card sent and all signed
I still have and will keep it always to remind me what a wonderful group of young fellows you are to me. It is with a
grateful heart I say thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Cub Scout Pack 3 Little Silver: Webelos
Scouts collected more than 200 food items
during their food drive which benefited
Lunch Break in Red Bank. (pictured above)
Troop 155 Freehold:
Collected 600 items for
Monmouth Council’s food
and supply drive.
(pictured right)
Cub Scout Pack 137 Hazlet:
Cub Scouts conducted a food,
toiletries, cleaning supplies and
clothing drive that filled two pick-up
trucks and an SUV with items that they
delivered the residents of Union Beach.
(pictured left)
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Order of the Arrow
OA Weekend of Cheerful Service and Fall Pow Wow
By Mike DeSocio
Over 150 Order of the Arrow members gathered at Quail Hill on September 7,
to begin a weekend of cheerful service. There were 50 Scouts that spent the
weekend as candidates for membership in our Lodge. After a night on their
own, they woke up Saturday morning to complete a day of cheerful service.
As a Lodge, we completed a variety of service projects, including: clearing
brush on the side of the road underneath the power lines, repairing the drainage
system on the sand trail, taking the old roof off of the pavilion, splitting and
stacking wood and removing one of the structures at the pond.
Mingled in with the service, fellowship and activities of the weekend were a
few bouts of peculiar weather, leaving us to decide between our rain gear and
our sunglasses. During the weekend we hosted a few visitors, Woapalanne
Lodge Chief Nick Kaufman and Garrett Halprin from Te’Kening Lodge
among them. There were four past chiefs who served cheerfully this weekend
as well: Dominic DeBonis, Tom Brooks, Dan O’Neill and James Phillips.
In addition to the 50 new Ordeal members, there were nine new
Brotherhood members at Pow Wow: Adam Abate, James Austin,
Michael DeSocio, Anthony DeStefano, Jr., Paul Gembara,
Michael Maier, James Mathews, Dominic Napoli, Brian Stringer.
Congratulations to our new brothers! There was also one Vigil
Honoree at Pow Wow. Congratulations to Brian Westervelt, who
will be known as Gischitelien Achgeketum Sukeu, which means
Determined Teacher in Black.
Reflecting on the weekend’s events, Tyler Bond, who was
Chairman for Fall Pow Wow, said, “Pow Wow was a great
success. Everything ran smoothly and everyone who went had a
great time. Congratulations to all of our new Ordeal, Brotherhoods
and Vigil members. We hope to see you all at future events and active in the many
committees we have to offer.”
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Scouting Anniversary Week
February 3-9, 2013
The Anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scouts of America on February 8, 1910, is celebrated each year
during Scouting Anniversary Week. The year 2013 marks 103 years!!!
Scouting Anniversary Week is an excellent opportunity to take Scouting to the community and focus the
spotlight of public awareness on the great things that Scouts are doing in their neighborhoods and to talk about
the contributions the Boy Scouts of America have made to our nation throughout its history.
What can you do to celebrate and make Scouting more visible?
A Scout is Reverent:
 Organize or participate in Scout Sunday or Scout Sabbath Events in your community. Check with your
local religious organizations to plan a special service or event, and/or present Scouts with their
religious awards or medals.
In School:
 Wear Your Uniform To School Day (Wednesday, Feb. 6)
 Ask Principal to have a Scout do the Pledge of Allegiance and Scout Oath for morning
announcements during Scouting Anniversary Week.
 Set up a Scout Bulletin Board with photos of your unit in action.
In the Community:
 Set up a “Window Display” in your community to celebrate Scouting and your program.
 Attend a town council meeting and conduct an opening flag ceremony.
 Make a special presentation to the local school board, mayor, or city council.
 Ask your town leaders to proclaim that Scouting Anniversary Week be celebrated in your hometown.
 Conduct a special service project during Scouting Anniversary Week to demonstrate both pride in
America and pride in community. Focus on areas of hunger, homelessness, and healthy living and your
project qualifies as a Good Turn for America project.
 Invite the media to cover your service project or send them a press release/photo about good things
your scouts have done.
 Write a Letter to the Editor highlighting the anniversary and value of Scouting in your community.
In Your Unit:
 Invite a friend to a Scout meeting.
 Change your Facebook profile picture to a Scouting logo or Scouting photo.
 Update you unit website and add new photos and even some Scouting history.
 Complete a community service project for your chartered partner or another community organization.
 Cub Scouts will participate in Blue and Gold Celebrations which mark the birth of the Scouting
movement and recognize scout achievements.
 Boy Scouts will participate in Courts of Honor where they will achieve their rank advancements.
For 103 years, the Boy Scouts of America has served over 100 million young people across the country by
providing a rich heritage of Scouting programs that emphasize citizenship, character development and
community service. Monmouth Council currently provides Scouting programs to over 7,000 young people
through Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing, Learning for Life and Exploring programs across Monmouth
County.
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Council News
The Scout Statue which proudly marks the entrance to
the Monmouth Council Scout Service Center was
elevated to a higher status this Fall when it was mounted
to a new grey paving stone pedestal, approximately
5x4x2.
The new pedestal is also adorned with a plaque to honor
the memory of Eagle Scout Jerry V. Ceres, III.
The statue is a reproduction of “The Boy Scout” a
bronze statue created by Artist Scupltor R. Tait
McKenzie in 1937 for his good friend Lord Baden
Powell, who founded the Boy Scouts of America. The
sculpture has been reproduced in many forms and sits in
front of Boy Scout Offices across America including the
National BSA headquarters.
McKenzie was a Scouter,
scholar-athlete, surgeon,
soldier and physical educator
who was recognized as a great
sculptor of athletic youth.
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Scouts In Action: Gettysburg
By Troop 137 Scoutmaster Rich Pyburn
"Four Score and Seven years ago..." Well, it was really more like four weeks ago that that Troop 137 went forth upon
Gettysburg, Pa., conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all Scouts should hike the Gettysburg Historic
Trail!
The Troop stayed at Camp Conewago, a short drive to the Gettysburg
Museum. After viewing the many displays and relics from the war, we
enjoyed the film "A New Birth of Freedom" which provided an
overview of the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War.
We proceeded to the massive Battle of Gettysburg Cyclorama painting,
the largest painting in the country. This original 1884 work of art is
larger than a football field and combines three dimensional dioramas,
lights, narration and sound to put you right in the middle of the action
during the famous "Pickett's Charge."
Then, our 35
eager Scouts
took a walking
tour of this historic site. They learned valuable lessons along the
route, stopping at each site and reading about the significance of
the monuments and locations. From the Wheatfield and Little
Round Top, to the impressive Pennsylvania and Virginia
monuments, they gained a thorough understanding of the battle
and the struggles faced by the soldiers who fought and died here.
Of course, we had to spend a little extra time at Devil's Den,
which is always a favorite stop (pictured below).
While you can get the facts from a history book, nothing
replaces actually standing where the Union soldiers stood to
repel Picket's Charge, or marching across the fields, following in
the Confederate soldiers footsteps, marching towards the Union
line, cannon fire and smoke all around, holding fire until you are within range. Now, they will see these battlefields in
their mind, and remember what they felt, rather than just reading words on a page.
The Battle of Gettysburg left 51,000 men dead,
wounded, captured or missing. As Lincoln
stated in his famous address, Gettysburg is the
final resting place for those who gave their lives
that this nation might live. Our Scouts quickly
learned what the battle meant to this nation, and
acted with the respect and reverence that this
hallowed ground demands.
Nothing makes a Scoutmaster more proud than
to be told by passing strangers that we have a
"fine group of young men," and to hear
comments like "looking sharp," and
"well behaved" and "respectful."
It was a very long day, and a very long hike but
they marched on like soldiers. After all that
walking, they certainly earned that Gettysburg
medal! I'm betting a few of the men woke up
Monday morning with sore feet and aching legs
thinking they earned it as well!
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2013 Friends of Scouting (FOS) Campaign
2013 Friends of Scouting Campaign
What is the 2013 Friends of Scouting campaign and what is different? The Friends of Scouting campaign is
our annual informational program and Council fundraiser. Each District is tasked to bring the message of
Scouting to each and every family each year, keeping them informed on who “The Council” is and why it is
important to help the Council help your Unit.
As many of you know, the Council manages the overall finances of the Scouting program in Monmouth
County. They also provide training opportunities, activities, record-keeping, camp properties, trained
professionals and support staff, and a multitude of other things. Your families need to be aware of what the
Council offers and does for each unit and chartered partner. By scheduling your Friends of Scouting (or FOS)
presentation early in the year, you will be assisting your District representatives in delivering this message.
The presentation will also allow your families to decide if they able to financially support Scouting as a
whole, above and beyond the unit level.
The Council has some new and exciting things for this year!!
1) This is the second year where we will be presenting a 5 ¾ inch Monmouth
Council Car Magnet (pictured right) to those who make an FOS pledge at
their unit’s FOS presentation!
2) How can you get yours? That’s easy. All you have to do is return an FOS
pledge card the night of your unit’s FOS presentation. These magnets will
only be available the night of the presentation, so make sure you are there.
Don’t know when your presentation is? Check with your unit leaders. Unit
Leaders, you or your Unit FOS Chairman can set up your presentation date
today by contacting your District’s FOS Chairman or District Executive. Try to have the actual
presentation scheduled by May 31, 2013. Our goal is 100% Unit participation.
2) District Kick-Off Breakfast – Each unit will be asked to assign one person on your committee as the Unit
FOS Chairman. This person will be the contact person for the FOS presentation; they will do preliminary
logistic work and coordination, as well as follow up for the unit after the FOS presentation. One of their
responsibilities will be to attend the District’s Kick-Off Breakfast in January, which will be underwritten
by the Council. This will be an informational training session, much along the lines of popcorn training,
but for FOS. Recruit your FOS Chairman today and get their contact information to your District Executive or District Finance Chairman.
3) Volunteer Involvement Program – See next page for details
2013 FOS Recognition Program
$52
$156
$300
$500
$1000
$1560
Sustaining Member
Supports 1 Scout
Supports 2 Scouts
Supports 3 Scouts
Supports 6 Scouts
Supports 10 Scouts
SME Patch
SME Patch & Commemorative Council Shoulder Strip (pictured bottom left)
All previous items & The Field and Forest Handy Book by Daniel Carter Beard
Special Personal Recognition TBD
All previous items and a Monmouth Council Jacket
All previous items and a Commemorative Coin Set
Every unit will receive a unit flag ribbon for hosting a Friends of Scouting
presentation. Every unit that attains their unit FOS goal by 5/31/13 will
receive a 2013 Goal Achiever Ribbon for their unit flag. Units that
achieve a $156 per Scout contribution average, based on re-charter
membership totals will receive customized Council Shoulder Patches for
every registered member of the unit.
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Volunteer Involvement Program (VIP)
Attention Scouters!
You can turn your “more than 1 hour a week” that you devote to scouting
into money to support Scouting in Monmouth County!
What is the VIP Program?
The Volunteer Involvement Program is an employer based incentive program created to encourage
employees to volunteer and “give back” to their communities.
How does it work?
Companies give donations to Monmouth Council based on the number of volunteer hours you give
to your scout unit: pack, troop, crew, post, district or council.
What do I have to do?
 Check with your company (and see partial list below) to see if they provide this type of program.
It may be listed under a different name.
 Sign-up with your company and follow the company guidelines and deadlines for submission
 Keep a log of your volunteer hours.
Can I give this money to my scouting unit?
No, but your donation will be credited to your pack as part of their Friends of Scouting campaign and
will count toward your units goal. Tax rules require the money go to a 501C-3 organization.
Here is a list of companies that participate in VIP programs:
Merck
Bank of America
Telecordia
Prudential
PSE&G
Microsoft
Intel
Colgate Palmolive NRG Energy
Verizon
Bloomberg
ING
Dow Jones
Morgan Stanley
*Grant program
TD Bank
Bristol Myers
Squibb
Exxon/Mobil
McGraw Hill
Pfizer
Lincoln Financial
Group
Starbucks
Wells Fargo
Rohm & Haas
Company
Honeywell
AIG
To find out how to take advantage of this program contact:
Assistant Scout Executive Stephen Smith 732-536-2347 ext. 22, [email protected]
or your District Executive:
Twin Lights - Stacey Ehling, [email protected]
Battleground - Kathleen Picciano, [email protected]
Thunderbird - Chris Quakenbush, [email protected]
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Corporate Matching Gifts
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Pumpkin Chuckin’ Camporee
Pumpkins took flight the first weekend in October during the second Pumpkin Chuckin’
Camporee held at Quail Hill Scout Reservation. The council-wide event drew more than 900
people, including 450 Boy Scouts and more than 135 Cub Scouts and siblings.
The Camporee was filled with a variety of activities throughout the day on Saturday, including a new favorite
“Tomahawk Throwing,” archery, three-man tennis ball sling shots, an orienteering course, the spider web
agility challenge, and a Chili Cook-Off. Cub Scout activities included: pumpkin decorating, pumpkin races,
face painting, BB, Archery, monkey bridge, and presentations by the
Order of the Arrow and the Wilderness Man.
The Pumpkin Chuckin’ Competition was the featured event,
challenging Boy Scout Troops to design and build pumpkin flinging
devices such as catapults, trebuchets or sling shots, and compete for
the title of farthest pumpkin flung.
The competition was stiff, with unique designs taking the field from an
antique cannon to a catapult made out of PVC pipe, and from a
high-tech device that used an electromagnetic launcher to lower-tech
versions that relied on rope lashings, logs and manpower. A variety of
weights and counter weights and pulley systems were used, along with
interesting items such as barbell
weights, garage door springs,
surgical tubing, bungee cords,
bandanas, food colanders, and
even non-stick cooking spray to
keep the parts functioning smoothly.
The Scouts followed basic competition guidelines
for building the structure, but were given creative
license regarding concepts and designs. Each team
received three pumpkins and three chances to test
the design, distance and accuracy of their pumpkin
chuckin’ device.
The competition was swept by Troop 122 in Middletown which entered three different catapults created by
three Scout patrols. They won first, second and third place, with the farthest measurement reaching 152.4
feet! Honorable mention for fourth place went to Troop 72 at 90.6 feet, and fifth place to Troop 140 at 70.8 feet.
Troop 122 Scoutmaster Jesse
Ramirez said each patrol was
supervised by adults, but the
Scouts designed and built their
own catapults using materials
such as wood, screws, bungee
cords and springs.
Tenderfoot Scout Sean Crowell
enjoyed the process, “We
discussed ideas and then we
came up with a design and
built it together as a team.”
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“With some trial and error sessions, a few mini competitions
with the other two patrols, and some tweaking, each patrol felt
confident with their entry,” said Ramirez. “Each catapult was
successful, but more important than winning was to see each
patrol's enthusiasm throughout the entire project - helping one
another, sharing ideas, and working as a team.”
Troop 145 in West Long Branch was one of a few teams that
decided to forgo modern technology. “We did it the traditional
Boy Scout way – no nails, no screws, just poles and piles of rope
we used for lashing it together,” said Star Scout Lee Manalang.
Troop Committee Chair Bob Bazley added, “It really taught them
basic scout skills like lashings and knots but also made them
understand the mathematical and physical properties involved in
the process.”
Troop 290 in Colts Neck, also known as team USSR (United Scouts Service
Republic) cut down trees and used the logs to build a more “authentic” catapult.
“It took a lot of teamwork and was a very interesting experience. I didn’t know
anything about building a catapult, I really learned a lot and will be able to do
much better next time,” said First Class Scout Joey Shilla.
Second Class Scout Chris Degroat from Troop 140 in Middletown said he learned a
lot from the process. “We realized that we had to get the angle and weight just right
in order to launch the pumpkin. We worked on it for weeks, it took us five tries to
get the design just right.”
The “Viking Ninja Patrol” from Troop 101 in Morganville had one of the most
high-tech devices and the most energetic entrance to the competition field, with
Viking helmets and marching in-line to the beat of real drums. The catapult
featured a multi-strand pulley system made with surgical tubing and rope that
relied on electromagnetism to launch the pumpkin. An 18
volt battery was used to power an electromagnetic device
(pictured right) that magnetized the metal plate attached to
the bottom of the catapult arm and hold it in place. “To launch we had to press the
‘red button’ which turned off the electricity and released the catapult arm to launch the
pumpkin,” said Asst. Scoutmaster Doug Ciemniecki.
Their best pumpkin launch was 65.8 feet.
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Pumpkin Chuckin’ Camporee
Although pumpkin chuckin’ was the main attraction, the Chili Cook-Off
had several units vying for the cooking title. The competition unleashed
the inner “chef” for many scouts who spent hours slow cooking their
secret chili recipes. The winners were: 1st Place, Venturing Crew 10,
Holmdel; 2nd Place, Troop 157, Manalapan; 3rd Place, Troop 155,
Freehold.
One of the most popular activities was “Tomahawk Throwing,” a first
time event that will likely become a tradition for future camporees. The
Scouts were instructed how to safely handle and throw the tomahawks,
then tested their skills by aiming for a large tree trunk with playing cards
attached as targets. Scouts that hit the target received their “card”
attached to a certificate of achievement. “I liked the tomahawks, it was
cool...you don’t get to do that everyday,” said Brian Bremckamp of Troop 22 in Atlantic
Highlands.
The Camporee was an overwhelming success. Special thanks to Event Chairman,
Jesse Ramirez, and Event Committee Members, Margie Ramirez, Drew Kimberlin,
Hank Araujo, Lisa Lafer, Gerard DeCaro, Jerry Bolger, and the entire staff of volunteers
who made this event a great program for the scouts of Monmouth Council.
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Summer Camp Information 2013
FORESTBURG/QUAIL HILL
SUMMER STAFF INTERVIEW DATES:
DECEMBER 27, 2012 and FEB 9, 2013
MONMOUTH COUNCIL SCOUT SERVICE CENTER,
705 GINESI DRIVE, MORGANVILLE.
Call (732) 536-2347 ext. 10, to schedule your appointment.
QUAIL HILL SUMMER CAMP STAFF OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for summer employment in a friendly camp environment?
The following positions are currently available:

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

NATURE DIRECTOR

SCOUT CRAFT DIRECTOR

GAMES DIRECTOR

POND DIRECTOR

CIT- COUNSELOR IN TRAINING*
(*must work a minimum of two weeks)
SUMMER CAMP KICKOFF MEETING DATES:
Get all the necessary and updated information about the 2013 summer programs

Forestburg Summer Camp Dec. 5th or Feb. 9th 7:00 p.m., Scout Service Center

Quail Hill Summer Camp: March 13th 7:00 p.m., Scout Service Center
This program is free and open to all Scout Leaders and Parents.
SUMMER CAMP PROMOTION NOW AVAILABLE
It may be cold outside, but it is the perfect time to promote Summer Camp to your Troop, Cub
Scout Pack or Den. We can help. Call today and schedule a FREE Camp Promotion for your
Scouts. We will have our Camp Promotion Team come to your meeting and give a short
presentation about Summer Camp, answer questions and hand out Camp information.
***NEW*** 5-minute DVD is available to every Unit to promote Quail Hill Summer Camp!
SIGN UP TODAY FOR YOUR CAMP PROMOTION
Call: (732) 536-2347 EXT. 30
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Summer Camp Information 2013
Scouts who attend Summer Camp are more likely to stay in Scouting.
A quality summer program is a very important part of every boys Scouting Trail. Here at Quail Hill
Scout Reservation we offer three Summer Resident Camp programs as well as six, week-long
Day Camp programs.
All Cubs and Webelos can join us for Day Camp or a Half-Week of Resident Camp. Webelos are
welcome to join us for a Full-Week of Resident Camp. Finally if you want to participate in a
Half-Week of Resident Camp, but need a full week program, Cubs and Webelos can feel free to
combine a Half-Week Resident Camp program with our Day Camp.
COMBO RESIDENT/DAY CAMP
Quail Hill Scout Reservation
July 22, 2013 - July 26, 2013
2013 DATES:
Aug 05, 2013 - Aug 09, 2013
Fee: $305
SUMMER DAY CAMP
July 08, 2013 - July12, 2013
FULL-WEEK RESIDENT CAMP
July 15, 2013 - July 19, 2013
July 28, 2013 - Aug 02, 2013
July 22, 2013 - July 26, 2013
Webelos ONLY
July 29, 2013 - Aug 02, 2013
Fee: $305
Aug 05, 2013 - Aug 09, 2013
Aug 12, 2013 - Aug 16, 2013
HALF-WEEK RESIDENT CAMP
Fee: $250
July 23, 2013 - July 26, 2013
Aug 06, 2013 - Aug 09, 2013
All Cubs and Webelos Welcome
Fee: $205
Questions About Camp?
Contact the Council Camping Office:
Marjorie Ramirez 732-536-2347 ext. 10
Email: [email protected]
Camp Information is also available online:
www.QHSRCamp.org
www.FSRCamp.org
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NESA/Alumni News
Breakfast with Santa 2012
Scouting families had a chance to give Santa
their holiday “wish lists” during the
NESA/Alumni Association’s Breakfast with
Santa held at Perkins in Eatontown.
3rd Annual Cocktail Party: March 2013
Come share some fellowship and food with
fellow Scouting alumni in a nice relaxed
atmosphere. Talk about the "old times" and
share stories of what you are currently doing. Recommit yourself to
Scouting, keep the fire burning. Keep an eye out for further details.
Gathering of Eagles/Annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner: May 14, 2013
The Courts of Honor are over. The Eagle Class of 2012 is preparing for their future.
Let's give them one more round of applause for their accomplishments. On May 14, 2013 the
Monmouth Council NESA and Alumni Chapter will be honoring these fine young men with a recognition
dinner. We will be providing a 2012 Eagle Class Directory to every Eagle Scout who attends. A picture and
two line "future plans" and description of their Eagle Project for each Eagle will be needed for the directory.
Contact Cathy Brown at the Scout Office for the directory form, if you didn't receive one in your Eagle
packet. Location and further details will become available as we get closer to the date.
3rd Annual Alumni Reunion at Forestburg
Scout Reservation: July 5-7, 2013
Come enjoy camp like you were 15 again! Events
and activities include, but not limited to:
Rappelling, shooting sports, fishing, boating,
relaxing, reminiscing, nature walks, and
fellowship. There will be dinner out on the town
on Friday night, and a banquet served Saturday
night.
Replacement Eagle Scout
Certificates Available
If your Eagle Scout Certificate was lost or
damaged due to the storms, or if you just need a
new one, you can receive a duplicate certificate.
National BSA provided the following link
on the scouting.org website:
http://www.scouting.org/sitecore/content/Home/
BoyScouts/Youth/Awards.aspx
Go to this website, then scroll down to
“Eagle Scouts” and you can download and
print off the duplicate request form.
The fee is $5 per certificate and $5 per card.
Send the completed form/fee to the
National Advancement team at the address
listed on the form.
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National Scouting News
Scout Oath and Law Adopted for Cub Scout and Venturing Programs
On October 17, 2012, the Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America approved a resolution to use the
Scout Oath and Law in the Cub Scout and Venturing programs. Specifically, the changes approved are as
follows:
Cub Scouts:
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Adopt the Scout Oath and Law for use in the Cub Scout program, retiring the Cub Scout Promise.
•
Revise the Core Values of Cub Scouts to align exactly with the twelve points of the Scout Law.
•
Retire the Law of the Pack, while maintaining the concept of “Akela” as leader.
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Maintain the current Cub Scout motto, sign, salute, and handshake.
Venturing:
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Retire the Venturing Oath, Code, sign and salute
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Adopt the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout sign, and Scout salute
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Engage the task force and National Youth Cabinet to determine whether Venturing should have a
differentiating motto/slogan or adopt “Be Prepared”
These changes will become effective with the release of youth handbooks and leader aids supporting this and
other changes related to Strategic Plan Goal 411: January 1, 2014 for Venturing-related changes; and May
15, 2015 for Cub Scout and Boy Scout-related changes.
New Lifesaving or Meritorious Action Award Application Introduced
The National Court of Honor has completed a revision of the
Lifesaving or Meritorious Action Award application, which can be found
at www.scouting.org/awardscentral.
Effective Jan. 1, 2013, older versions of this application will no longer be accepted.
When submitting the application:

Include the full name of the applicant as it should appear on the certificate if
the award is granted.
 Provide as much information as necessary using the space provided on
this application.
 No additional documents should be attached.
 A case should not be forwarded to the council without a signed statement from the
applicant and an eyewitness.
Note: Applications will not be considered after a lapse of 12 months from the date of the incident.
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Advancement News
UPDATES
Lowe’s Grant Program: Scouts who have participated in the Lowe’s Grant Program MUST return all of
their paperwork to Chris Quakenbush as soon as possible, but no later than Dec. 31, 2012. You must submit
a copy of your completed project workbook, an itemized breakdown of what the grant money was spent on,
copies of all receipts, and three to five pictures of the project.
Internet Advancement: Internet Advancement is a key tool for units, districts, and councils. It provides a
central source for individual advancement records for the unit, important information for commissioners to
use in evaluating program health and unit needs, and a database for statistical analysis at the local and
national levels. Using it also assures that advancement recorded will count toward the Journey to Excellence.
All units should be using Internet Advancement in 2013. If your Unit needs help getting started please
contact Registrar Cathy Brown at 732-536-2347.
FUN FACTS: Eagle Scouts Soar in Society
Eagle Scouts: Merit Beyond the Badges
One hundred years after Arthur Eldred of New York earned this nation's first Eagle Scout Award. Today,
new, independent research demonstrates the significant, positive impact Eagle Scouts have on society.
Since it was first awarded in 1912, more than 2 million young men have achieved the Boy Scouts of
America's highest rank.
The study conducted by Baylor University, Merit Beyond the Badges, found that Eagle Scouts are more
likely than men who have never been in Scouting to:
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Have higher levels of planning and preparation skills, be goal-oriented, and network with others.
Be in a leadership position at their place of employment or local community.
Report having closer relationships with family and friends.
Volunteer for religious and nonreligious organizations.
Donate money to charitable groups.
Work with others to improve their neighborhoods.
National Eagle Scout Association - 2013 Eagle Scout Scholarships
The applications for the 2013 NESA Eagle Scout scholarships are now available at www.nesa.org.
The homepage features a link that leads directly to the forms. These are the only scholarship applications
acceptable in 2013.
These applications must be printed and mailed to the national office when completed. All applicants are
required to be Eagle Scouts and NESA members.
Deadline: All scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than midnight on December 31, 2012.
If you have any questions, please call the NESA office at 972-580-2032.
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Advancement News: Merit Badges
Cooking and Sustainability Merit Badges Added to Eagle-Required List
Effective Jan. 1, 2014, the Cooking merit badge will be required in order to obtain the Eagle Scout rank.
Regardless of when a Scout earned the Life rank or began working on Eagle, unless he fulfills all the
requirements-with the exception of his board of review before Jan. 1, 2014, he must earn the Cooking merit
badge to become an Eagle Scout.
During 2013, the Cooking merit badge will undergo a major revision. The changes
to Cooking will first appear in a revised merit badge pamphlet that will be released
during 2013. The new requirements then become effective Jan. 1, 2014, with the
release of Boy Scout Requirements, No. 34765. (The process for implementing
changes to merit badges is covered in the Guide to Advancement, topic 7.0.4.2,
"What to Do When Requirements Change.")
Scouts completing the requirements for the Eagle Scout rank after Jan. 1, 2014,
must earn the Cooking merit badge under either the existing requirements or under
the requirements as revised during 2013. Scouts are not required to earn the badge
under the new requirements in order to qualify for Eagle.
Upon its release during the summer of 2013, the Sustainability merit badge will become available as an option
with Environmental Science as an Eagle-required merit badge. At that time, Scouts may choose to earn
Sustainability in place of the currently required Environmental Science. Scouts who have already earned
Environmental Science may also earn Sustainability, but only one of the two merit badges would count as
"Eagle-required." The other, however, may count as one of the others necessary to reach the total of 21
required merit badges.
The Sustainability merit badge, in essence, takes conservation and environmental science to another level.
The protection, preservation, and management of wildlife and natural resources involved in conservation
provide a foundation for what we call environmental science. The latter integrates physical and biological
sciences such as ecology, biology, soil science, atmospheric science, and others in order to generate solutions
to environmental issues. Sustainability takes off from there by taking responsibility for balancing long-term
environmental, social, health, and economic needs with progress and development. It further suggests that
development, while meeting the needs of the present, cannot compromise the ability of future generations to
meet their needs.
Eagle-Required Merit Badges (Effective 1/1/2014)
First Aid
Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving
Cooking
Citizenship in the Community
Environmental Science OR Sustainability
Camping
Citizenship in the Nation
Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling
Family Life
Citizenship in the World
Personal Management
Personal Fitness
Communication
Note: The number of Eagle-required Merit Badges will increase to 13 in 2014.
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2012 Fishing Derby Winners
2012 Monmouth Council
Annual Fishing Derby
It was a great day for fishing and family
time during the Monmouth Council
Annual Fishing Derby.
More than 90 people participated in the
event, with a total of 61 fish caught and
released (32 Bass and 29 Sunfish).
Congratulations to our Winners:
Tiger Division: "Most Fish" & "Largest Fish" William Bottcher, Pack 1
Cub Division: "Most Fish" Brendon McEann, Pack 28
Weblos Division: "Most Fish" Thomas Jiang Pack 180
Weblos Division: "Largest Fish - 13" Bass” Paul Trezza, Pack 18
Boy Scout Division: "Most Fish & Largest Fish" Tyler Ciemnecki Troop 101
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Battleground District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
District Commissioner
District Executive
Bill Sauer
Thom Ritchie
Kathleen Picciano
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
District Meeting Dates:
District Roundtable Meetings: (for all volunteers) First Thursday of each month, 8 p.m. LDS Church,
136 Wemrock Rd. Freehold.
District Commissioner Meetings: First Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Thom Ritchie’s home
District Committee Meetings: Fourth Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Scout Service Center.
Upcoming Activities:
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Forestburg Summer camp Kickoff meeting for Scoutleaders, and Webelos leaders Wed. Dec. 5, or
Feb. 9, at 7 p.m., Council Service Center, 705 Ginesi Drive, Morganville.
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Family FOS Breakfast meeting: Knights of Columbus Hall, Freehold Jan. 12
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Battleground Winterburg at Forestburg for Scout Troops: Jan. 11- 13, 2013
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Battleground Klondike Derby Boy Scouts/Webelos at Quail Hill Scout Reservation, Feb. 9, 2013
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Quail Hill Summer Camp Unit Leader meeting and Kickoff: March 13, 7 p.m., Council Service Center
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District Pinewood Derby Race: Sat., March 23, at Griebling Elementary School,
130 Havens Bridge Rd, Farmingdale.
Family Friend of Scouting (FOS) 2013
The Battleground Family Friends of Scouting 2013 Campaign will kick off with a breakfast to be held on
Saturday, Jan. 12, 9 a.m. at the Freehold Knights of Columbus Hall, 70 E. Main Street, Freehold. Each unit
is asked to identify one person as the FOS unit coordinator who is invited to attend the breakfast to go over
the 2013 plans and details for a successful campaign. RSVP to Edwina Howell, [email protected] by
Dec. 21.
What are the plans for summer?
Forestburg Scout Reservation for Boy Scouts and Quail Hill Scout Reservation for the Cubs, of course! Our
camps and the program offer a safe and fun environment. Come for a week or the whole summer. Summer
camp promotional materials are available for Packs and Dens not familiar with Cub Camp, including a NEW
four minute Quail Hill Summer Camp DVD. Your scout will have great memories that will last a lifetime.
Don’t miss out on the fun, safe and affordable opportunity. For promotional materials or to schedule a
presentation at your location please call the Service Center, (732) 536-2347 x 10
Hurricane Relief Efforts:
Thank you to all the scouts and scouters throughout the district who participated in the relief efforts to help
our County residents in need by means of collecting donations, preparing hot meals, and service hours. Most
every Pack and Troop did something to help and that certainly helps demonstrate what scouting is all about.
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Battleground District Update
As we close out another year, I hope that each of you has survived the many challenges of
weather, calendar and reorganization that have occurred. I have heard many successful
accounts from Troops, Packs and Crews throughout the district as to how things are going.
For this, I thank all of you, for your commitment and dedication to the Scouting program.
We have many people who work behind the scenes that oversee district programming and operations and
I would like to introduce you to them at this time. First and foremost is our District Key-3 headed by our
District Executive, Kathleen Picciano, who keeps us all up to date on what is happening as well as guiding the
district committee toward achieving our goals. Also our District Commissioner, Thom Ritchie, who has been
organizing the commissioner staff and making sure the connection between council and our units is strong.
We are only as strong as a district as our commissioner staff is, and I’m sure Thom would only be too happy
to add more volunteers for this import role in Scouting.
Tony Purricelli has been on top of our financial commitments. We are well underway in setting up our Family
Friends of Scouting (FOS) presentations. Edwina Howell is coordinating this effort and if your unit has not set
a presentation date make sure to submit your date to her as soon as possible. Our goal is to have Family FOS
finished (meaning presentations, collection and follow-up) by the end of June 2013. This will allow Tony and
his team to turn their efforts to district goals in project sales, Community FOS and the Western Monmouth
Good Scout Reception. Our thanks also goes to Popcorn Kernel Teri Ostovich who headed up our District
Popcorn Sale.
Our programming efforts are running strong thanks to John Erickson. Scott Stein works on our Cub Scout
activities and Vince Simpson coordinates Boy Scout activities and they have put together great opening 2013
winter programs. Special thanks to Drew Kimberlin, our District liaison to the Council Pumkin’ Chuckin
Camporee and John Keleher who is helping to organize our Fall 2013 District Camporee. Frank Winter keeps
us current on advancements, especially changes in Eagle Rank requirements. And, we are actively working to
make sure that all Scout leaders are trained according to Council requirements, prior to re-chartering.
The last area, membership, is where we really need your help. This has been a very tough year for reaching
our membership goals. The “old” way of doing things has become tougher. Many District level discussion
have focused on how to help units (packs, troops, crews) recruit on a year-round basis, which can be very
successful. Our goal for 2013 is to help all units develop year-round recruiting programs. I know that you
understand the significance of scouting in the lives of young people. It is up to all of us to bring this message
to the youth of Western Monmouth County and the Battleground District so that the ideals of scouting can
play a positive and significant role in their lives.
Again, I would like to thank all the unit leaders and registered adults
in Battleground District for making 2012 a very successful year and
I look forward to working with you in 2013 to keep Battleground
District the best district in Monmouth Council.
Bill Sauer
Chairman
Battleground District Committee
Photo from the 2011
Battleground District
Klondike Derby
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Thunderbird District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
District Commissioner
District Executive
Mike Golub
732-618-2321
Don Patterson
732- 918-6613
Chris Quakenbush 732-536-2347
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
District Dates at a Glance
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District Roundtable Meetings: First Monday of each Month, 7 p.m., Memorial Methodist Church 101
West Sylvania Ave. Neptune City. Please join us for a Roundtable, all parents and volunteers are welcome.
Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6, June 3 Awards Picnic, volunteer appreciation-Wanamassa Fireman’s
Field.
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Commissioner’s Meeting: First Monday of each Month, 6 p.m., Memorial Methodist Church 101 West
Sylvania Ave. Neptune City, Immediately before the Roundtable meeting.
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District Committee Meeting: Third Monday of the
month, 7 p.m. Brookside School, 2135 Hwy 35, Wall.
Thunderbird District Calendar
2012-2013
Boy Scout Winterburg
January 18-20, 2013
Forestburg Scout Reservation
Boy Scout and Webelos Klondike Derby
February 23, 2013
Quail Hill Scout Reservation
Cub Scout Pinewood Derby
April 21, 2013
Monmouth Regional High School
Boy Scout Spring Camporee
April 19-21, 2013 (New Date)
District Annual Dinner (Picnic)
June 3, 2013
Wanamassa Fireman’s Field, Ocean
Thunderbird Volunteers
Aid Red Cross
On Nov. 10, 2012 approximately 40
volunteers from the Thunderbird
District cleaned an estimated 400
cots for the Red Cross in Ocean
Township, so they could be quickly
re-deployed to shelters around the
state.
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Thunderbird District Commissioner’s Minute
Salutations Scouts, Parents and Scouters,
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone that was effected by Hurricane Sandy.
I will ask everyone to keep their ears open to the plight of their neighbors and
friends, and to offer to help those in need. Keep the Boy Scout Motto and Slogan
in mind during this time.
December is the time for Unit Re-Chartering. Please ensure that all required
training is up to date (especially for Cub Scout Leaders) and review your unit
contact information. A few minutes spent reviewing information with parents will
pay dividends when trying to complete your Re-Chartering packet. Don't forget to
enter your service hours before Dec. 31 and make sure to complete your Journey to Excellence form and turn it
in with the Charter. When actual Charters are received in 2013, remember to hold a ceremony to present the
Charter to your Chartering Organization and to extend your units thanks.
Though cold weather and snow is coming, Scouts are "Prepared" to enjoy the outdoors. Thunderbird District
will hold our Winterburg camping event January 18-20, 2013, at Forestburg Scout Reservation. Real Scouts
camp in tents during Winterburg, so "Be Prepared" by reviewing cold weather camping skills and equipment
requirements.
February welcomes Scouting Anniversary Week, with Scout Sunday on Feb. 3rd and Scout Sabbath on
Feb. 9th. Many Packs hold their Blue and Gold in February, so plan early, reserve your facility, and contact
the Order of the Arrow now if you plan to hold a Webelos Crossover ceremony. Don't forget to extend an
invitation to your Scout Executive, District Executive or Units Commissioner to join your event.
Hard Times are a'coming on February 23rd, as Thunderbird District will hold the Klondike Derby at
Quail Hill Scout Reservation. Boy Scouts Troops should reach out to local Webelos Dens to encourage their
participation in the Klondike and to help hone their leadership skills by teaching the Webelos cold weather
skills.
March usually brings the smell of pine! Those blocks of pine will be shaped and carved into all manner of
cool looking cars. Most Packs will hold their Pinewood Derbies in March, with the District Pinewood Derby
scheduled for April 21, 2013. District racing rules will be forthcoming, please follow these rules to allow a
smooth race at the District Level. Keep in mind that the Pinewood Derby is for the Cubs, so let the boys build
their own cars. Ask parents that have wood working facilities if they can hold workshops to help the "boys"
design and build their cars. The fun of the Pinewood Derby is not just the racing, but the designing, building,
painting and "imagining" the car. Cubs will treasure their cars, whether they win or finish last (I still have my
cars from 1973).
To stay informed about Scouting activities and events visit the Monmouth Council Website at
www.monmouthbsa.org where you can also sign-up for the bi-monthly E-Trail News. For information about
Training go to: http://www.monmouthbsa.org/Council/Committees/Training. If you have a skill or are
interested in helping train other Scouters, please contact Kathy Flemming. If you would like to put your
Scouting experiences to use as a Unit Commissioner, please give me a shout.
Scouting is alive and well in Thunderbird District!
Contact me anytime with questions, concerns or problems.
Yours in Scouting.
Don Patterson
Thunderbird District Commissioner
[email protected], (732) 918-6613
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Twin Lights District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
Linda Hassler
District Commissioner
John Popovich
District Executive
Stacey Ehling
Website: www.TwinLightsDistrict.org
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
2012 District Calendar
 District Committee Meetings: Fourth Monday of the month (August through June), 7:30 p.m.
United Methodist Church, 247 Broad St. Red Bank. 12/17, 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 4/22, 5/20, 6/24
 Round Tables: First Monday of the month (September through June) 7:30 p.m., United Methodist Church,
247 Broad St. Red Bank. 1/7, 2/4, 3/4, 4/1, 5/6, 6/3
 District Commissioner Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., New Monmouth Baptist Church,
4 Cherry Tree Farm Rd., Middletown. 1/3, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6
January 19 - Klondike Derby
February 15-17 - Winterburg
April 14 - Pinewood Derby
April 25 - Volunteer Recognition Dinner
June 9 - Trail of the Pioneers
October 11-13 - TL Fall Camporee
NOTE: Many of the TLD families living along the Bayshore area were among the hardest hit from Superstorm
Hurricane Sandy. We hope and pray that you and your families are alright and have obtained safe housing.
We have also heard from many units that their boys are out doing "Good Turns" related to the storms.
Make sure to log your service hours and to send in a description and picture of what you have done to
[email protected]. Thank you for being Good Scouts!
COMMITTEE UPDATES:
Membership: Chair Michael Maier reports that we held several different recruitment "opportunities" in the
community this year including recruitment night at IHOP in Hazlet and we participated in "Join Scouting
Information Day" at several local libraries, where we received several leads for new Scouts. Unfortunately, the
number of scouts we recruited this fall is down and the storms thwarted plans
for several additional recruitment efforts. We will be launching a major Spring
Recruitment effort to try and help get more boys into Scouting and close the
membership gap in our District. Stay tuned for more information.
Finance: The Committee meets the second Wednesday each month at Patrick
Chanod’s office at 7 p.m., 1141 Hwy 35 Middletown, N.J. contact Patrick at
[email protected]
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John Kilduff successfully completed the 26 mile Marine Corp Marathon and
raised our goal of $2,500 for the District during the "Run for Scouting"
campaign. Thanks again to John and everyone who contributed to support
him and our District. (pictured right)
The Friends of Scouting (FOS): The 2012 campaign was a wonderful success
and we thank our entire Scouting family for their generous donations. The
pledges of support have put us at 110% of our goal $63,000, but we still have
$5,000 in actual pledge donations that haven’t been turned in. Please mail in
your pledged donations by December 31. (continued on next page)
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Twin Lights District Update
FOS 2013 Campaign: Lisa Lafer (Troop 36) is our 2013 FOS Family Campaign Chair
says to mark your calendars:
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FOS Kick-Off Breakfast: Sat., January 12, Red Oak Diner, Hazlet.
Presenter training will be held from 8:30-9 a.m., followed by the 2013 Campaign Roll-Out for all Pledge
Patrol Leaders from 9-10 a.m. (Free food will be provided). -- You will be done by 10! RSVP by Dec. 30.
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Pledge Patrol Leader -- Every unit needs to select one person to serve as their Pledge Patrol Leader and
attend the kick-off breakfast (which is a requirement to achieve unit rewards if you meet your goal). The
Pledge Patrol Leader helps our TLD presenter set up a presentation, collect pledge envelopes, and follows
up with families. Send Pledge Patrol Leader name, phone and email to Lisa by Jan. 1. [email protected]
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FOS Presenters: We need enthusiastic Scouters and volunteers to give five minute FOS presentations to
our units. If you LOVE Scouting and have a success story to tell about you or your son WE NEED YOU!
You can do the presentation just for you own unit or do more, it is up to you!
Popcorn: TLD Popcorn Kernel Laura Hoey says even though the official sale is over, you can still sell online
to help our District reach our goal. Congratulations to Troop 137 for selling the most popcorn in Monmouth
Council this year.
Council Camporee: Although this was a council wide event, we wanted to CONGRATULATE our TLD
Activity Chair and Council Camporee Chair, Jesse Ramierez, for a great job, well done!
Council Scouting for Food: Thank you to all our units that participated and helped stock our local food
pantries and help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
Looking ahead to 2013:
Klondike Derby at QHSR (1/19) Sandy Byard, Governor. Our Scout Troops have volunteered to run the
“Towns” which provide a great opportunity for our Webelos and Boy Scouts to test their skills as Scouts,
practice teamwork and demonstrate their skills as outdoorsmen. Cost will be $8 per scout.
To register go to: www.tlklondike.comli.com
Winterburg at FSR (2/15-17) Jesse Ramirez, Chair. All cabins have been assigned, but there are still tent
sites available. Activities include: model rocket launch, rifle & shotgun range, broom hockey, sled races,
3-man ski race, snow shelter contest, tomahawk throwing, curling and more.
Cost: $10 per scout and $4 per leader.
TLD Pinewood Derby (4/14) Lori Zinneman, Chair. The race will be held at the Middletown VFW, Rt. 36
East, 1 Veterans Lane, Port Monmouth.. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. All Packs are encouraged to
participate and must submit the names of all first place winners from their Pack from each rank (Tiger, Wolf,
Bear, Webelos) that will be taking part in the race. Cost is $5 per scout. Forms are available on the district
website. Plans are underway for an Adult and Community race as part of our fundraising efforts, if you know
a business that might want to participate let us know.
District Recognition Awards Dinner (4/25) Location TBD. At this fun-filled adult-only evening, awards
are given to outstanding individuals in our district including: District Committee Recognitions, Commissioner
Recognitions, Veteran Awards for years of service of 5,10,15,20+ years in Scouting, Beacon Awards (every
unit can recognize one person from their unit), Good Scouter (awarded from District Chair), Silver Scout
(awarded from District Executive), George Engledrum (awarded from District Commissioner), and the District
Award of Merit (nominated by Scouters in the district) for an individual who is an outstanding example of a
district volunteer. Start thinking about who you want to nominate now. Plan to attend with your unit and take
a table where all you have to do is come and enjoy, we do all the work!
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Scouts in Action: Community Service
Middletown Scouts Recognized for School Service Projects
Middletown Village School recently recognized two Boy Scouts for service projects completed at the school.
Troop 32's Christian DeSanctis (left) for his refurbished school sign, and Troop 122's Marc Sanford (right)
for repairing and resealing the basketball court and painting game areas. The Scouts are pictured with the
Principal and the PFA Co-Presidents.
Cubs help with local 5K Race
Cub Scout Pack 3 in Little Silver teamed up
with Daisy Troop 741 to hand out water to
runners at the 2-mile marker for the
Little Silver 5K Classic held at the
Red Bank Regional High School.
After the race the scouts put their
“Leave No Trace” training to practice by
cleaning up the area.
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Venturing: Joint Crew Events
Whitewater Rafting Trip
The weekend of September 21-23, Venturing Crews of
Monmouth Council enjoyed camping and rafting in the
Lehigh Valley. Over 30 participants from Crews 32,
56, 120, 290 attended.
We camped at Camp Minsi in Mt. Pocono, Pa.,
Saturday we took a three Hour run down then Lehigh
River. Much to our surprise, there was an unscheduled
damn release that day, so the river was ripe with fast
water and breathtaking rapids. Thanks to Crew 120
Manalapan for handling all of the food prep for the
weekend.
Fun was had by all and there is interest in
making this an annual event for our
Venturing Crews.
Thanksgiving-Eve Rock Climbing Event
What better way to prepare to stuff yourself with Turkey and all the fixings than to go
rock climbing! That is what over 40 Venturing Crew members did at Garden State
Rocks on November 23. After more than 90
minutes of climbing, the Crews went to the
Council Service Center for several short
presentations about each Venturing Crew
followed by a pizza party. Participants included:
Crew 10, Crew 18, Crew 32 and Crew 85.
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Venturing
Hurricanes, Storms, Flooding, Power Failures…
Venturing Crew 120/Teen CERT is There!
What happens when your town needs help in an Emergency? In Manalapan Township they call Teen Cert!
Teen CERT stands for the Teen Community Emergency Response Team. Founded by The Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA), the team represents emergency preparedness. The program is about having the
knowledge, the equipment, the system, and the people to handle the needs of the community when other
services are not enough. The members of Teen CERT train in nine modules ranging from the Incident
Command System and Fire Safety to Disaster Psychology in order to prepare for such occurrences.
So far, the group has proved successful. Teen CERT has successfully undergone training, led drills, conducted
search and rescues, set up shelters, and participated in community events including “Walk with Joe” and the
“Carlee Wines Walk.”
During Hurricane Sandy and the Nor’easter, Teen CERT assisted CERT in operating a shelter for Manalapan
Township. We provided warmth, food, electricity, and hospitality for those displaced through sponsors and
donations.
Teen CERT is unique, not only for its volunteer work with first aid services, but also for its venturing
program. Affiliated with Crew 120, Scouts participate in a variety of activities including skiing, camping and
white water rafting. The requirements for membership include certification in CPR, First Aid and youth must
be age 16 or older.
Meetings are held on Monday evenings, 7:30 at Manalapan Township Town Hall in the police station.
Want more information about joining Teen Cert?
Contact: Lara Brindisi, [email protected]
Or Steve Levine, (732) 446-8345, [email protected], or [email protected]
Website: http://teencert.webs.com
Exploring
Keyport Police Explorer Post #267 Visits Corrections Facility
On Monday November 19, 2012 Keyport Explorer Post #267 had a guided tour of the
Monmouth County Corrections Institute in Freehold. They were also given a presentation
by Officer's Michael Harper & Carlos Pinero from the gang unit. Twelve Explorers and
five advisors took the tour. This visit allowed Post members to see what a career as a
correction officer requires and how the correction system works.
The Keyport Police Explorer Post is dedicated to helping young people who are
interested in learning about careers in Law Enforcement.
If you are interested in joining, contact:
Assistant Post Advisor Debbie Sorber at 732-264-4546.
For more information about Exploring or to find out about other
types of Exploring Posts in Monmouth Council go to
www.monmouthbsa.org and click on the Exploring icon
or call 732-536-2347.
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Exploring
Middletown Explorer Post 367 Places in
Statewide EMS Competition
At the New Jersey State First Aid Council’s annual
convention that was recently held in Somerset, the
Middletown EMS Cadets (Explorer Post 367)
participated in the competition testing their first aid
skills.
Middletown, along with other cadet groups from
throughout the state, used their training and
experience in various categories such as bandaging,
immobilization, splinting, and other basic EMS
skills that all first aiders use on an everyday basis.
We are proud to announce that the Middletown EMS
Cadets placed first in the novice division
(first-time participants), and fourth overall for the
entire state.
This recognition is proof that Middletown’s cadet
program continues to make strides to improve the level of care to our patients while demonstrating their
highest level of commitment that our future EMS leaders demonstrate, and the residents of Middletown to rest
assured that our volunteers will remain the best trained EMS providers anywhere.
The Middletown EMS Cadets are always accepting interested members that wish to learn how to help
members of their community in time of need. Anyone between the ages of 14 and 18 can participate, and will
be trained in the latest first aid techniques.
For more information on joining: Call the non-emergency EMS number (732) 615-2252
Or e-mail Head Cadet Advisor Mike Lorenson at: [email protected]
Middletown EMS Cadets proudly display their awards.
From left: Barbara Aras, president New Jersey State First
Aid Council; Rob Pfleger, cadet captain; Mihir Yerande,
cadet; Mike Daneman Jr, cadet advisor; Alec Bijou, cadet;
Mike Lorenson, lead cadet advisor; Mike Puchancz, cadet;
Justin Hopler, cadet lieutenant; and Mary Ann Ferrara,
New Jersey State First Aid Council Cadet Competition
chairperson.
Photo and article COURTESY MIDDLETOWN EMS and
SmartConsumerLiving.com
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The Story Of: Judah P. Benjamin
The Jewish second-in-command of the Southern Confederacy
during the Civil War was once a United States Senator
Judah Philip Benjamin was a politician, a lawyer, a United States Senator, and during the American Civil War,
the second-in-command of the Confederacy. Benjamin was born August 6, 1811 on the island of St. Croix in
the Danish West Indies (the present-day Virgin Islands) to Jewish parents. At the time of his birth, Benjamin's
family was in transit from England to America. However, due to the War of 1812, the family was forced to
settle in the West Indies until the war ended. They finally arrived in America in 1814, settling in Charleston,
South Carolina.
Early Years
Benjamin was an exemplary student. At the age of 14, he entered Yale University. Two years later he was
expelled (no record exists as to the reason) and eventually, Benjamin moved to New Orleans. Benjamin
apprenticed at a law firm and began to study for the bar which was a complicated course of action: to become a
lawyer in Louisiana, the state's use of the Napoleonic Code required fluency in both English and French. In
order to fulfill this requirement, Benjamin took a job teaching English to the daughter of a prominent Creole
family, Natalie St. Martin, so that he could learn French.
The tutoring sessions worked well and provided unintended benefits. On February 12, 1833, the 21-year-old
Benjamin and the 16-year-old Natalie were married. As a condition of marriage, Benjamin agreed that the
couple's children would be raised in the Catholic faith. That same year, Benjamin was admitted into the
Louisiana bar.
Benjamin's law practice flourished. He authored a seminal work on legal contracts, Benjamin on Contracts,
which examined existing contracts jurisprudence to a depth previously unknown in America. As his wealth
and status grew, Benjamin took on the trappings of antebellum Southern aristocracy. He purchased a large
sugar plantation on the outskirts of New Orleans and owned 140 slaves. In 1843, Natalie gave birth to the
couple's only child, a daughter named Ninette. Though they never divorced, a few years later his wife moved
to Paris and took their daughter with her. The family would never live together again.
Political Career
In 1842 Benjamin was elected, as part of the Whig political party, to the lower house of the Louisiana
legislature. Ten years later, he sold his plantation and all of his slaves. That same year, the Louisiana
legislature selected him for the United States Senate.
Before he could even be seated as a Senator, Benjamin was also offered a seat on the Supreme Court by
outgoing President Fillmore. Benjamin declined and was sworn into the Senate on March 4, 1853, becoming
the second Jewish senator (after David Levy Yulee of Florida, in 1845). Benjamin was offered an appointment
to the Supreme Court once more, in 1854, by President Tyler. Again, Benjamin declined. In the Senate,
Benjamin gained a reputation as a skilled tactician and orator, yet his Jewish background and service for the
slave-holding South provided points for attack. An abolitionist Senator referred to him as "an Egyptian in
Israelite clothing."
Benjamin served in the body until February 4, 1861 when he resigned from office along with other senators
from the seceding Southern states. The Civil War had arrived.
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