2012 fall roundup programs strengthen your unit

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2011 WINNER
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VOLUME 10 - NO.5
GREATER CLEVELAND COUNCILMAR/APR
BOY SCOUTS
OF
AMERICA
Cleveland Clinic AWARDS Health & Wellness BadgeS
In an effort to expand support of the Greater Cleveland Council’s
Scoutreach program, Stefan Holmes, vice chairman of the Freedom
Trail District, suggested we meet with the Cleveland Clinic. Mr.
Holmes’ leadership secured a meeting with Director of Community
Partnerships, Christopher Abood, at the Cleveland Clinic and after
some in depth conversations and paperwork, the Cleveland Clinic Health & Wellness
Badge was created to provide education and other important messages about healthy
habits to the Scouts and their families. Our partnership was established. Not only would
the Clinic provide financial support for Scoutreach, but they would provide volunteers
to deliver the various programs that comprised the health & wellness badge.
Over the past year, Cleveland Clinic health care professionals have been delivering
programs to inner-city Cub Scouts on the following topics: first aid, nutrition, public
health, anger management, and self-esteem.
On May 21, 2012, 171 Cub Scouts from packs at Carl & Louis Stokes, Adlai Stevenson, School of
Fine Arts, Artemus Ward, and Kenneth Clement Elementary Schools attended the Health & Wellness
Badge ceremony in an auditorium at the Cleveland Clinic Lyndhurst campus. Marquez Colquitt and
Aisaiah Bermudez from Pack 605, Artemus Ward Elementary, opened the program with the Pledge of
Allegiance and the Cub Scout Oath. Chief of Operations, Regional Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic and Eagle
Scout Robert Stall spoke to the Scouts about his experience and all the doors that opened up for him
because of his active participation in the Scouting program. Webelos Scout Mason Mosley, Pack 605,
then highlighted what he had learned while completing the requirements.
Wardell Cooper, lead program aide, shared from a leader’s perspective.
Vice President of Membership and Executive Director of Continuous
Improvement, Cleveland Clinic, Darryl Greene, challenged the Cub
Scouts present to incorporate the lessons learned into their daily lives,
and to recruit a friend or two to join Cub Scouting. That way, there
would be twice as many youngsters learning about health and wellness while having fun in Scouting. An enthusiastic round of applause
erupted. Angela Wilson, chief
trainer, was introduced. At
the conclusion of the program,
refreshments were served in the
atrium.
A total of 1,231 Cleveland
Clinic Health & Wellness Badges
were earned throughout the city.
Thank you, Cleveland Clinic
and friends!
2012 Fall Roundup PROGRAMS STRENGTHEN YOUR UNIT
Give Every
Kid a
Chance!
See page 3 for tips
on staging successful fall recruiting
roundups for Cub
Scouts, Boy Scouts
and Venturers.
SEPT/OCT 2012
IN THIS ISSUE:
SUMMER CAMP RECAP:
Check the center section for
more pictures of Scouts having
a great time at camp.
POCORN SALE: Popcorn
Kernel information on page 7.
yard charge is
Nov. 10, 2012
Register your unit! Pg. 10
CUB HAUNTED CAMPOUTS:
With two weekends to choose
from, everyone is sure to have a
hauntingly good time! Page 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Council News
2
Finance News
6
Popcorn
7
Council Events
9
Training
11
Camping
13
Order of the Arrow
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Venturing
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Dover Rockport
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Quarrylands
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Pioneer
22
Cuyahoga Valley
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Two Rivers
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Freedom Trail
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Glacier Ridge
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Crooked Creek
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2 - Greater Cleveland Council Trail Marker, September/October 2012
COUNCIL CALENDAR
FROM THE SCOUT EXECUTIVE
To quote a fellow Scout executive, “Scouting is a unique organization
in many ways. We are blessed with so many strengths and magical assets.
First and foremost among them is the ‘volunteer model.’ No other institution, organization or movement leverages the volunteer model as well as the
Boy Scouts of America.”
I concur. The ownership volunteers have held and continue to hold on
the Scouting program for more than 100 historic years, represents the best
example of American stewardship our country has ever known. God bless
all Scouting volunteers!
Another one of Scouting’s magical assets is the synergistic relationship
between volunteers and Scouting professionals. I am honored to serve with
each and every one of my professional colleagues, but would like to highlight
the work of one specific group: the unit-serving executives. These men and
women, district executives, senior district executives and district directors, serve
on the “front-line” of Scouting activity. They are the direct liaison between
unit and district volunteers, and the hierarchy of the B.S.A. They are also
community ambassadors for Scouting in their district. Working closely with
the district chairman and district commissioner, the district executive completes
the “Key 3”. Those leaders hold the enormous responsibility of delivering the
Scouting promise to the youth entrusted to them and providing good governance
for their area. To again quote my fellow Scout executive, “The district executive is expected to master our sales strategies, our curriculum for nearly a dozen
different programs and age levels, B.S.A. regulations and policies, dozens of
complex administrative processes, half a dozen different primary fundraising
programs, building relationships with very diverse populations of volunteers and
stakeholders, tapping into community-wide leadership networks, managing
constantly-changing technological platforms that are patched together, learning
target market strategies for diverse cultures; and the list goes on.”
The district executive is asked to work many evenings and weekends. They
are there when their partners, the volunteers, need them.
As we transition into our new district structure, I want to take this opportunity to (as my fellow Scout executive says), “Thank you for helping our
district executives learn their craft. Thank you for helping them succeed in
their assigned tasks. Thank you for being their partner and their mentor.
They depend upon you, just as the children we seek to serve through Scouting
depend on us all.”
Thanks for helping kids!
Barry Norris
Scout Executive
(216) 458-8910
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Telephone: (216)861-6060
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Extreme Weekend and Family Campout, Beaumont Scout Reservation
Labor Day, Council Service Center and Scout Shop closed
Outdoor Leaders Skill Training
Popcorn Show and Deliver
Commercial Real Estate Golf Outing
12:00pm Executive Board Meeting
Council Commissioners Meeting
OA Fall Fellowship
Popcorn Distribution
Super Saturday Popcorn Sale Begins
Sporting Clays Tournament
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Fall Wilderness Engineers Weekend
Executive Committee Meeting
Council Coordinated Meeting, Council Commissioners Meeting
Cub Haunted No. 1 – at Beaumont Scout Reservation
OA Lodge Meeting
FOS Chairmen’s Orientation Meeting
Popcorn Sale Ends
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Popcorn orders are due online
Council Advancement Training
Popcorn Show and Deliver payments are due
Yard Charge and Zoo Day
Popcorn prize orders are due
FOS Family Presenter Training
Popcorn pick up
Executive Board Meeting
Thanksgiving, Council Service Center and Cleveland Scout Shop Closed
Council Service Center closed
OA Lodge Meeting
October
November
Jamboree-on-the-Air
The 55th Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is
an annual event that gives Scouts from around
the world a chance to connect through amateur
radio. Held on October 20-21, 2012, Scouts of
any age can participate in communicating with
other Scouts from around the world. In 2011, the
World Scout Bureau reported that nearly 750,000
Scouts participated in the event.
To participate, contact a local ham radio operator or local amateur radio club in your area by searching the American
Radio Relay League’s club database at www.arrl.org/find-a-club. For more
information and instructions for the event, Scouts and Amateur Radio
Operator’s should go to http://www.scouting.org/jota.aspx.
ADVANCEMENT NEWS
Mailed without charge to all Cubmasters, Scoutmasters, Explorer Advisors, Crew Advisors, Assistant
Leaders, Den Leaders and Assistants, Unit Committees, Committee Chairmen, Executive Board members,
District Committees, Distict Commissioners, Scouting Coordinators, and Institution Heads. Average circulation: 5,000
Howard L. Lewis
Ken Haber
Barry J. Norris
Janice L. Radca
Patrick Craven SEPTEMBER
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Scout Executive
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Editor
Do not forget your advancement form when you are picking up your
awards for the blue and golds and the court of honor this spring. It is also
a good rule of thumb to keep a few copies of each advancement form: one
with the advancement chair for the unit, and one with the unit leader(s)
(Scoutmaster, Cubmaster or den leader). It is always better to have an
additional set of records just in case a computer crashes or you have a
change in leadership.
Scoutmasters, remember there is a new Eagle Scout Service Project
Workbook. It is on the council Web page.
More advancement news, including forms, can be found on page 8.
A Great Way to
Honor a Friend
In memory of
Clayton Twigg
William Brinkerhuff
William Garrison
Jim and Mary Grunt
Lowell and Jean Hudson
David Petlowany
Greater Cleveland Council
In memory of
BROTHER JOSEPH SHEIBLE
William Garrison
In memory of
PERTER S. THOMAS
Clark Spurlock
NEW UNITS
QUARRYLANDS
Crew 610
American Legion Post 610
Pack 53
John Knox
Presbyterian Church
Crew 139
Reichert Enterprises
Two Rivers
Troop 99
Denison Avenue United
Church of Christ
Freedom Trail
Pack 158
Church of Jesus Christ
Apostolic Faith
Glacier Ridge
Pack 448
Parents of Richmond
Elementary School
Crooked CreeK
Pack 3880
Parents of John F Kennedy
Elementary School
Unit Leader
Award of
Merit
David Urban
Glacier Ridge Troop 662
2012 December
Charter Renewal
Procedures
October
•District Commissioner staff conducts Charter Renewal Information
Meetings (C.R.I.M) in their district.
•Units will receive access numbers
from the commissioner staff at the
C.R.I.M.
All units are to renew their charters online. Units will visit the local
council’s Web site, complete the steps
through the submittal process, and print
a revised charter renewal application.
To assist in this process, there is a
report available to council employees
with membership reporting capabilities
entitled Commissioner’s Status Report.
This report provides the commissioner
with the renewal status of each unit,
including the date of first login, the
current stage of the process completed,
and date submitted.
Two other reports that are available
are the New Members Added Report
and the Members Not Renewed
Report. Both of these reports are
designed to provide information to the
district in an effort to follow up with
new youth and dropped youth identified through the renewal process.
•Commissioners and Unit Committee conduct an inventory of youth
and adults within each unit.
November 1 – 14
•With the assistance of a unit commissioner, each unit conducts a charter
review at their November committee
meeting.
Charter review evaluates the
following:
- Journey to Excellence
- Boys’ Life
- Uniforming
November 15- Dec 12
•Districts host charter renewal turn-in
night at a familiar district meeting site.
December 13 - Dec 31
•Unit recharter and JTE paperwork
is turned in to the Council Service
Center by the commissioner.
JanUAry – February 10
•Formal charter presentation is conducted (preferably at Scout Sunday).
2012 Fall Roundup
Give Every Kid a Chance!
Roundup Programs Will Help
Strengthen Your Unit
Sign up nights for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts during September include these key elements:
• Classroom presentations are made to Cub Scout age boys in first
through fifth grades.
• Flyers are distributed inviting boys to attend a Pack Sign-Up
Night.
• Packs host Sign-Up Nights to demonstrate the family fun of Cub
Scouting and to register new youth and adult members.
• Personal invitation from registered leaders to prospective
parents.
Pack Recruiting Tips
As part of your roundup planning consider some of these additional
marketing tips.
• Encourage Cub Scouts to talk about Scouting with their friends.
Word of mouth is one of the most powerful and lasting forms of advertising. Reward Cub Scouts with a recruiter patch if they bring a friend to
join Cub Scouting.
• “Show and Tell.” Encourage youth to use Cub Scouting as part
of their show and tell opportunities at school. Have them bring in a
Pinewood Derby car, camp photos, uniform or badges.
• Develop a pack information sheet. This is your chance to brag
about your pack. Include items such as time, date and place of all
pack meetings, events and activities. List leaders’ names and phone
numbers. Give to chartered organizations, leaders and parents to
distribute.
• Windows, display cases and bulletin boards. Get permission to set
up a Cub Scouting display at your school, business or local library.
Show off the crafts, pinewood cars and photos from your activities.
• School announcements. Ask the school if you can provide a prerecorded,
or do a live, announcement during the week of the joining night. Be sure
to thank the school.
• Web sites. Post information about your pack on the school, church or
community organization Web sites. Talk with the person in charge of the
Web site to get details about when to submit information and how to get
it on line.
• Open houses, community days, or church events. Set up a display table
at all school open houses, Back to School Nights, Carnivals, community
days, or other civic events.
• Press releases. Submit a press release to local newspapers, radio stations, or cable TV. See recruitment kit for sample press releases.
• Yard signs. Post yard signs at strategic locations just prior to
your joining night. Include date, time and location of your joining
night.
Troop Open Houses and Scouting Outdoor Day/Scout Recruitment Weekend during October include:
• Boy Scout recruitment flyers are distributed to grades six through eight.
• Within areas where school rallies are not conducted, direct mail
invitations are sent inviting boys to join Scouting.
• Troops host open houses to demonstrate Boy Scout skills, the outdoor fun of Scouting and to register new youth and adult members.
• A Boy Scout Outdoor Day or Boy Scout Recruitment Weekend can be conducted by each troop. The Scout Outdoor Day can
involve competitive events. Boy Scout Recruitment Weekend gives
new recruits an immediate camping experience upon joining the
program.
Venturing First Nighters and Open Houses during September and October include:
• New sponsors mail invitations to new youth members to join their
crew using the results from the career interest survey.
• Existing sponsors will mail invitations to prospective new members
to attend open houses. Names will come from the career interest
survey and other sources.
• Where appropriate, school recruiting assemblies will be conducted for career
specialties not listed on the interest survey.
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Council Announces high
adventure campership fund
At its June, 2012, meeting, the board of directors of Greater Cleveland Council voted to create a $125,000
endowed high adventure campership
fund. Some of the proceeds from the
sale of the Tinnerman Wilderness Canoe
Base were used to establish the campership fund – a fund which is expected
to produce approximately $6,000 per
year. Camperships will support Greater
Cleveland Council Scouts and Venturers
attending a B.S.A. nationally owned and
operated high adventure base (Philmont,
Northern Tier, Florida Sea Base and
Summit), National or World Jamboree.
Information on how to apply for a high
adventure campership, including an application, will be available
on the council webpage by December 31, 2012. Camperships will
be awarded beginning in 2013. Additional donations to the high
adventure campership endowment may be made by contacting
Patrick Craven at (216) 458-8913 or [email protected].
Staff Directory
Receptionist
Joann McCaskill
(216) 861-6060
Registrar
Rose Greenberg
(216) 458-8912
Field Staff Assistant
Shirley Surrell
(216) 458-8906
Camping/ Activities
Christine Friswold
(216) 458-8904
Program Executive
Phillip Williams
(216) 458-8932
Crooked Creek District
Scott Johnson
(216) 458-8905
Cuyahoga Valley District
Scott Johnson
(216) 458-8905
Dover Rockport District
Jennifer LaRiccia
(216) 458-8925
Glacier Ridge District
Steven Harris
(216) 458-8935
Pioneer District
Dan Varn
(216) 458-8919
Quarrylands District
Kallee Kissling
(216) 458-8930
Exploring Scoutreach Director James Dillon
(216) 458-8908
Freedom Trail District
Jon Sizemore
(216) 458-8915
Two Rivers District
Jonathan Sweet
(216) 458-8923
Scout Executive
Barry Norris
(216) 458-8910
Administrative Assistant
Paula Swiner
(216) 458-8928
Director of Field Service
Marvin Smith
(216) 458-8907
Director of Development
(216) 458-8913
Finance Administrative Support Heather McMillan
(216) 458-8911
Development Director
Culeen Carey
(216) 458-8948
Director of SIMI
Patrick Craven
(216) 458-8913
Director of Support Services
Carl Boyles
(216) 458-8921\
Business Manager
David Brindza
(216) 458-8929
Scout Shop Manager
Paula Puchajda
(216) 274-0814
To email someone, use the name above in this format: [email protected]
Beaumont Ranger
(440) 563-3319
Beaumont Camp Office
(440) 563-3153
Dauby Museum
(216) 485-8946
Council Service Center Fax
(216) 861-3431
Scout Shop Fax
(216) 274-0816
Council Web Master
(216) 577-9358, [email protected]
Congratulations, EAGLE SCOUTS
DOVER ROCKPORT DISTRICT
Troop 235
Bay Village Presbyterian Church
Justin Michael Thomas Holland
(SM – Mike Hippler)
QUARRYLANDS DISTRICT
Troop 226
Strongsville United Methodist Church
Daniel J. Salzgeber
(SM – Oren Youngstein)
Troop 332
St. Richards Roman Catholic Church
Matthew John Hamman
(SM – William Bratton)
Troop 664
Kiwanis Club of North Olmsted
Jacob Carlton
(SM – Jeffrey Campbell)
Troop 701
Rotary Club of Strongsville
John Robert Hartman
Erik John Rowan
(SM – Scott Horan)
Troop 777
River Church
Richard Owen Oz Ryan
(SM – Jay Ryan)
CUYAHOGA VALLEY DISTRICT
Troop 24
Parma Elks Lodge No. 1938 Bpoe
Dylan Robert Spies
(SM – Bruce Abens)
Troop 261
Northfield Presbyterian Church
Hagan Vaughn Reichel
Benjamin Jacob Walko
(SM – Bill Skerl)
Troop 575
St. Barnabas Catholic Church
Bradley Zaborszki
(SM – Sal Messina)
Troop 652
St. Basil the Great Roman Catholic Church Jonathan Wygonski
(SM – Cliff Bellmore)
TWO RIVERS DISTRICT
Troop 515
Nehemiah Mission United Methodist Church (SM – Joshua Frye)
Justin Meinecke
What Journey to Excellence
Brings to Your Unit
1. A framework for planning the year.
•The Journey to Excellence standards are based on the results of the efforts
successful units accomplish to continually improve.
• If your unit plans to achieve gold or silver Journey to Excellence,
you’ll have a strong and active program.
2. A method for evaluating your unit.
Journey to Excellence provides tangible measurements based on things you are likely already tracking, such as how many campouts you have,
how many youth are advancing, etc., and uses simple ways to calculate
your performance.
3. Guidance in areas where you might do better.
As you track your performance against the Journey to Excellence standards,
you can easily see where you could improve.
4. Specific guidelines and standards of what is considered good performance.
Journey to Excellence has specific, simple measures to help you. You can
easily compare what you are doing against the standards.
5. Early warning of potential problem areas.
You track any areas where your unit is not performing as you might like
and have plenty of time to make corrections.
6. Recognition for good Scouting.
You can proudly receive your bronze, silver, or gold recognition for your
Scouting unit for the year.
7. Benchmarking to get ideas and tips from other good units.
• You can receive help and best practices in areas where other units have
met the gold standard.
• In the areas where you are doing well, you can give help and ideas to
other units.
Where are they now?
National Sales Manager, Craig Kemmerling, joined Meyer Products Inc., in
2001. A mentor from MTD Products recruited Craig. Craig attributes much of his
career success to the hands-on, learn by doing methods taught and implemented
in Scouting. He also recognizes the wonderful mentors he was surrounded by
in Scouting and professionally.
Meyer Products began building snowplows in 1926 on a farm in Newburgh,
New York. They are considered an industry leader and innovator since their
inception, while holding a record number of patents for their work. The company moved to Cleveland in the 1940’s to be closer to the steel supply and has
remained there ever since. Management has invested time and resources into the
manufacturing process, allowing cost savings without sacrificing quality. They
have products to meet the needs of residential, commercial and industrial clients.
As the National Sales Manager, Craig’s busy season begins in January when the buyers for the national retail
chains begin thinking about what products to stock for the next season. Craig is responsible for seven salesmen
across the United States, one in Germany and one in China. 85% of their sales are domestic and 15% are international. This past spring, Craig held the international sales meeting in Madrid, Spain. They are expanding their
markets by using their products for other uses – think sand and mining. Craig has traveled to 48 states and eight
countries. He really enjoys that part of his job. For the past five years, Craig has served on the Snow & Ice Management Association Board.
Craig is engaged to Rose Abood will be married this fall. They will live in Twinsburg. In his spare time, he
enjoys golf and bike riding.
TM: When and where did you join Scouting?
I grew up in Solon and joined Pack #428 at St. Rita Elementary School. I crossed over to Troop #428 where I earned my
Eagle Scout Award in 1988. I was 14 years old. My Dad committed to one campout a year and was very supportive of my interest
in Scouting, even though it was not his interest.
TM: What did you enjoy most about Scouting?
I really liked the structure and the various opportunities that Scouting exposed me to. I can’t think of whereelse I would have
learned and mastered such a variety of skills.
TM: What were your favorite Scouting activities?
Camping in general. When we went to Philmont, it was the first time I had rappelled and rock climbed. I loved them both.
TM: Do you have a favorite camping memory?
We went to summer camp and did our Klondike Derbies at Beaumont and always had fun.
I’ll never forget camping at the end of the tarmac at Wright Patterson Air Force Base or attending the National Jamboree at
Fort A P Hill in 1989. President George Bush attended and the security detail, planes, helicopters, and snipers was incredible.
It was also the year that the Cinematography Merit Badge was introduced and I got to see Steven Spielberg. Lee Greenwald was
there and sang “Proud to Be an American”, a song that still resonates with me today. Lots of great memories.
TM: What was your Eagle Scout project?
I wanted an Eagle Project that was outdoors and involved a number of different skills. I chose to renovate a baseball field that
was part of the elementary school where I attended kindergarten. I raised money and received in-kind donations to build bleachers,
paint the fence, grade the field with additional topsoil, and plant shrubs and trees. My project provided a nice collage of activities
and much needed improvement to a community asset. It was full of learning and leadership opportunities for me. What is really
cool is that the trees we planted are now mature and the city upgraded our wooden bleachers to aluminum. That baseball diamond
still gets plenty of use.
TM: What was your favorite Merit Badge?
The Personal Management Merit Badge not only helped me become fiscally responsible as a person, but it has translated into
managing multi-million dollar budgets throughout my career.
TM: What point of the Scout Law is most important to you?
Courteous is the most important Scout Law to me. If everyone was more courteous to one another, we would eliminate 75%
of our problems.
TM: What skills did you learn in Scouting that you still use today?
I have always used and continued to perfect the organizational skills I learned in Scouting. I learned organizational skills at
our troop’s annual spring plant sale, as well as preparing for each camp out.
TM: Your career path has been interesting. How did Scouting impact your choices?
During high school, I worked for a lawn mower repair shop part-time. During my senior year, my parents, teachers and guidance
counselor all encouraged me to look at colleges and I had no interest. In Scouting, I had hands-on learning experiences whether it
was earning a merit badge or fixing a mower. I really enjoyed that “practical” experience and wanted to continue my education in
that way. I went to work in a parts department for a material handling company and then I got a job selling John Deere products for
a local dealership. From there I got a job selling for MTD and finally Meyer Products. When I think back, I worked for wonderful
owners and bosses who, because of my interest in learning, mentored me well. While not a traditional path, it has really worked
out very well for me. I’m still learning, enjoying the outdoors, and traveling! It’s a great combination.
TM: How has being an Eagle Scout has helped you in your career?
Being Prepared continues to resonate in every aspect of what I do. I learned how to prepare, plan, solicit, and be organized at a
very young age. I also learned how important it is to get “buy-in” from others…to bring them along as you develop the process.
TM: Any advice for future Eagle Scouts?
They need to carry on the traditions of Scouting so that it is there for future generations of youth. The nurturing and structure
you receive in Scouting is so important, and they need to pay it forward.
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Are you aware of the changes to:
Eagle Scout
Service Project Approval
(This article has excerpts from a National Council newsletter. The full
context of article can be found at this link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/
advancement_news/may2012.pdf Changes to Advancement Guidelines have
offered many different interpretations from units, districts and individuals.
It is suggested that all official guidelines come from National Council Web
sites and The Guide to Advancement 2011.)
The Eagle Scout candidate is the one
who must lead his project. He may not
be required to do more planning than
is required for him to see it through to
completion.With the latest versions of
the Guide to Advancement and the Eagle
Scout Service Project Workbook, a significant change was made to the project
approval process.
The Scout is now required to obtain
approval only for his project proposal
rather than a project plan. The proposal is
more than a concept description. It is the
beginning of planning and must provide
sufficient information for those reviewing
it to determine if the project is feasible and
the Scout has a reasonable chance for a positive experience. (See
the beginning of topic 9.0.2.7 in the Guide to Advancement for
the five tests that must be met.)
It is acceptable, therefore, to ask for a few details, but at the
same time, we must respect the time required for the Scout to
prepare the proposal.There were no other changes in the service
project requirement.
It is still important for the Scout to have his proposal approved
before he begins work on his project. Approval must first be
obtained from his unit leader, committee chair, and the project
beneficiary (in any order). Then he must go to the council
or district. Every attempt should be made to complete these
approvals in one meeting between the various project reviewers
and the Scout.
During these meetings, it is appropriate to critique the
candidate’s work, offer suggestions, encourage him to work on
his planning action steps, and meet with his project coach for
further guidance as needed.
Once the proposal has been approved, the Scout may begin
to work on his project. Usually the first step will be to complete
his planning.
The Final Plan form is intended for this purpose, and Scouts
are strongly encouraged to use it. It is possible, though, that a
Scout could describe his planning process using other evidence,
and in some cases, a board of review might accept a verbal
description. This all depends on the complexity of the project.
In most cases, evidence of planning should be in writing, but
this is not stated in the requirement. Occasionally, a Scout may
be delayed in starting his project for one reason or another, or
some changes may be necessary.
Except under extreme circumstances, approval may not be
withdrawn. If there is a delay of several months, or if changes
are to be significant, the Scout would be well advised to confirm
that the project beneficiary is still interested.The key to success
with the Eagle Scout service project is a project coach who can
develop a good rapport with the candidate. The coach will advise
him on what should go into his plan and how to complete the
project to the satisfaction of a board of review, which ultimately
decides if the requirement was met. Initial feedback suggests that
the best coaches are those who have had experience approving
project plans under the previous wording of the requirement.
Consult topic 9.0.2.7 of the Guide to Advancement and also
the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook.
Nathan L. Dauby Museum
WANTED
The Nathan Dauby Scout Museum is presently in need of the following
items to complete its numerous and various collections:
•Eagle Scout Association 100th Anniversary patches
•Wood Badge rosters (1998 and 1999)
•2012 Fall Camporee patches (all districts)
•Trail’s End popcorn 2010/2011 “600 Club” patch
Please include your name, address, and phone number with all donations.
Mail or bring items to:
Greater Cleveland Council, Boy Scouts of America
Attn. Museum Committee
2241 Woodland Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115
THE MOLDERS
I took a piece of plastic clay
and idly fashioned it one day,
And at my finger’s skill
It bent and wielded at my will.
I came again when days were past
The bit of clay was hard at last;
My early impress still it bore
And I could change its form no more.
I took a piece of living clay
And gently formed it day by day
And molded with my power and art
A boy’s soft and yielding heart .
I came again when years were gone
It was a man I looked upon}
My early impress still it bore
And I could change him never more.
YMCA
FINANCIAL NEWS
“THE COUNCIL
PAYS ME MONEY?”
It comes as quite a surprise to many donors that, after all
these years of making gifts to the BSA, there is now a way
for them to get back money from the BSA. A common type
of a gift called a charitable gift annuity makes this possible
for you and other donors.
The charitable gift annuity is simply a contract between
you and Boy Scouts of America. You make a gift of cash,
stocks, bonds, or any number of other items of property.
In return, the BSA agrees to pay you a guaranteed annual
annuity for the rest of your life. If you are married, the
annuity can also be paid to your spouse for life as well. The
annuity amount depends on your age -- the older you are,
the larger the annuity you will receive each year.
In addition to the annual income (part of which is often
tax free), you also receive an income tax charitable deduction the year you make the gift annuity. Your gift to the
council can be large or
small, and the gift annuity
is very simple to create.
Contact Development
Director Culeen Carey at
(216) 458-8948 for more
information on this and
other income-producing
plans that benef it you,
your family, and Scouting. We have plans that
can pay you now or plans
that can pay you later!
2012 Family FOS
The 2012 Family FOS campaign was a great success! Thank you to all families and units who participated
in this year’s success. To date, you have given over $226,763, exceeding the goal of $221,500! Your contributions help keep Scouting affordable to everyone in the Cleveland area. THANK YOU! The following units
achieved the Guardian ($1,000-$2,499), Sponsor ($2,500-$4,999), and Benefactor ($5,000-$9,999) levels:
Benefactor Level $5000-$9999
Unit
Leader
$$ raised District
Troop 701
Scott Horan
$9,806 Quarrylands
Troop 526
Christopher Moryan $5,865 Pioneer
Troop 201
Kenneth Fox
$5,690 Quarrylands
Troop 175
Phil Paulsen
$5,060 Cuyahoga Valley
Sponsor Level $2500-$4999
Unit
Leader
$$ raised District
Pack 526
Robert Pafford
$3,855 Pioneer
Troop 41
Carl Meermans
$3,745 Dover Rockport
Troop 504
Herbert Wilson
$3,705 Crooked Creek
Pack 677
Craig Mizer
Troop 15
Spencer Richman $3,365 Glacier Ridge
Troop 662
David Canady
$3,265 Glacier Ridge
Troop 403
Brian Baumgartner $3,225 Glacier Ridge
Troop 261
William Skerl
Troop 208
James Eppele
Pack 71
Robert Fischer
Troop 159
David Madigan
Pack 500
Terry Maxson
Troop 150
Jeffrey Suzelis
Troop 115
David Accetta
Troop 575
Salvatore Messina $2,622 Cuyahoga Valley
Troop 241
Thomas Kuivila
Pack 18
Kevin White
2012 Sporting Clays Tournament Registration Form
5th Annual
Greater
Cleveland
Council
BSA
Sporting
Clays
Tournament
Friday,
Sept. 28, 2012
Hill ’n Dale
Club
Guardian Level $1000-$2499
Unit
Leader
$$ raised District
Troop 226
Oren youngstein
$2,320 Quarrylands
Troop 278
Thomas Voldrich $2,290 Crooked Creek
Troop 810
John Wrabel
Troop 620
Steven Sheppard
Pack 332
David Boswell
$2,179 Quarrylands
Pack 297
Paul Herbert
Troop 309
Fred Taylor
Pack 620
George Gulden, III $2,020 Glacier Ridge
Pack 77
Michael Rossander $1,970 Dover Rockport
Troop 22
Ari Klein
Troop 218
Michael MacKay $1,945 Pioneer
Pack 61
Robert Harding
Troop 77
Dennis Conrad
Troop 882
George Verib
Troop 223
Peter Dale
Pack 67
Craig Kirkpatrick $1,750 Cuyahoga Valley
Troop 401
David Kemme
Pack 73
Robert Gademer
$1,702 Pioneer
Pack 150
Daniel Angelino
Pack 11
Douglas Friess
Pack 177
Takashi Shinkawa $1,665 Crooked Creek
Troop 176
Charles Nusbaum $1,635 Two Rivers
Troop 461
Thomas Masterson $1,575 Glacier Ridge
Pack 192
Patrick Bunch
$1,575 Pioneer
Pack 470
Vincent Hrobat
$1,555 Pioneer
Troop 204
David Wheatley
$1,550 Quarrylands
Pack 813
Meghan Hunter
Troop 636
Stephen Maliszeski $1,495 Quarrylands
Pack 699
John Deluca
Pack 329
Steven Bischof
$1,490 Quarrylands
Troop 215
Douglas Runyon $1,455 Quarrylands
Pack 988
Demos Ioannou
Pack 45
Vincent Close
$1,405 Pioneer
Pack 226
Lewis Maddox
$1,380 Quarrylands
Pack 161
Todd Mayer
Pack 279
Gregory Steinberg $1,360 Dover Rockport
Pack 218
Steven Sprunger
$1,320 Pioneer
Pack 280
Craig Fletcher
Pack 263
Milica Djordjevic $1,315 Pioneer
Pack 504
Eric Lakatos
Pack 401
John Digennaro
Pack 261
Nathan Jucha
Pack 159
Michael Simko
Pack 4
David Swersky
Pack 191
Shawn Mueller
Pack 85
Matthew Hils
Pack 81
Richard Harvey
Pack 390
William Hardebeck $1,160 Dover Rockport
Pack 555
Martin McGuan $1,160 Glacier Ridge
Pack 153
Kim Klima
$1,142 Quarrylands
Pack 1
Keith Langford
Troop 190
Kevin O’Donnell $1,120 Pioneer
Pack 462
James Kups
Troop 729
Douglas Grimm
Troop 221
James VanGilder $1,050 Pioneer
Pack 780
Michael Balina
$1,050 Quarrylands
Pack 59
Eric Miller
Troop 421
James Delaney
Troop 263
Richard Polak
$1,010 Pioneer
Pack 630
David Molseed
$1,000 Quarrylands
Pack 868
Judith Poole
$1,000 Quarrylands
2012 Popcorn Distribution Details
United Way
Support
We a r e p l e a s e d t o
announce that we are a
proud partner with the
United Way of Greater
Cleveland. We are grateful
for the continuing support
provided by the United
Way. Total United Way
support, including designated gifts, represents
approximately 9% of our
operating income. Please
continue to give generously
to both the FOS campaign
and the United Way. The
programs these funds support are vital to the health
of our community.
More
popcorn
information
available
on both the
Popcorn page
of
www.gccbsa.org
and the
Pecatonica River
Web site
which can be
reached
through the
popcorn page.
Show and Sell / Show and Deliver Pick-Up
need specific time
District
Location
Date
Times
Crooked Creek
Giant Eagle Distribution Ctr.
5300 Richmond Rd., 44146
Friday, September 21
5:30-6:30 p.m.
NO
Cuyahoga Valley
Brecksville Road Transit
7309 Snowville Rd, 44141
5:30-7:00 p.m.
NO
Dover Rockport
Dorn Color
11555 Berea Rd. 44102
4:30-6:00 p.m.
YES
Freedom Trail
Council Service Center
Two Rivers
2241 Woodland Ave., 44115
3:00-6:30 p.m.
NO
Glacier Ridge
TBA
5:00-7:00 p.m.
YES
Pioneer
Today’s Business Products
12985 Snow Rd, 44130
3:30-6:00 p.m.
YES
Quarrylands
Kaufman Container
1000 Keystone Parkway, Ste 100, 44135 Friday, September 21
4:00 -6:00 p.m.
YES
If you have product to return, you must bring it to the Council Service Center (2241 Woodland Ave.) by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday,
October 31. The Council Service Center hours are M-F 8:30-5:00. On October 29 & 30 we will receive popcorn returns
until 7:00 p.m. at the garage located at the rear of the building.
Take Order Pick-Up
need specific time
District
Location
Date
Times
Crooked Creek
Giant Eagle Distribution Ctr.
5300 Richmond Rd., 44146
Friday, November 16
5:30-6:30 p.m.
NO
Cuyahoga Valley
Brecksville Road Transit
7309 Snowville Rd, 44141
Friday, November 16
5:30-7:00 p.m.
NO
Dover Rockport
Dorn Color
11555 Berea Rd. 44102
Friday, November 16
4:30-6:00 p.m.
YES
Freedom Trail
Council Service Center Two Rivers
2241 Woodland Ave., 44115
Friday, November 16
3:00-6:30 p.m
NO
Glacier Ridge
TBA
Friday, November 16
5:00-7:00 p.m.
YES
Pioneer
Today’s Business Products
12985 Snow Rd, 44130
Friday, November 16
3:30-6:00 p.m.
YES
Quarrylands
Kaufman Container
1000 Keystone Parkway, Ste 100, 44135 Friday, November 16
4:00 -6:00 p.m.
YES
Please note: you may only pick up at your district location unless you have made prior arrangements with Pat Craven prior to
placing your order. If your district needs a specific time for pick up or return, that time will be scheduled through your district
kernel or district executive.
2012 POPCORN KERNELS
DISTRICT
District EXEC
District KERNEL CONTACT INFORMATION
DOVER ROCKPORT
Jennifer LaRiccia
Dana Hartup
H (440) 471-4833
[email protected]
QUARRYLANDS
Kallee Kissling
Mike Ballas
H (440) 238-9634
[email protected]
PIONEER Dan Varn
Jen Wiles
H (330) 273-6234
[email protected]
CUYAHOGA VALLEY Scott Johnson
Marty Spitz
C (216) 334-7899
[email protected] TWO RIVERS Jonathan Sweet
Dominic LaCavera
C (216) 235-5857
[email protected]
FREEDOM TRAIL Jon Sizemore
Charles Kelly
H (216) 371-3136
[email protected]
GLACIER RIDGE Steven Harris
Dr. Tracy Harris
C (216) 408-2629
[email protected]
CROOKED CREEK Scott Johnson
Laura Kochis
C (216) 406-4899
[email protected]
EXPLORING James Dillon
O (216) 458-8908
Internet Advancement
Highlights
Reporting advancement is a requirement of the Boy Scouts of America.
Internet advancement makes this a simple process. All councils should strive
for 100 percent of their units using this functionality.
6.0.0.1 Benefits of Internet Advancement
Internet advancement is available to any council using Internet rechartering. It is for reporting Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Sea
Scout ranks, Venturing awards, and activity badges, belt loops, and merit
badges. Simple and intuitive, it works best from a faster Internet connection using Internet Explorer 6 or higher. Units can enter advancement at
any time, print reports, obtain current rosters from the BSA system, and
print order sheets for the Scout shop.
When Internet advancement is used to comply with reporting responsibilities, it alleviates issues in documenting progress as Scouts submit
Eagle applications or transfer from one unit to another. Consistent and
constant reporting also assures accurate records for use by commissioners,
other district and council volunteers, and the National Council. These are
critical in evaluating unit health, adjusting service delivery, and researching
changes in programs and requirements.
New features in Internet Advancement now allow unit personnel to
view past advancement reports submitted from the Internet Advancement
system and to see the dates their leaders have taken Youth Protection
Training.
6.0.0.2 How Internet Advancement Works
Units select an advancement processor who is granted access with a council-provided unit ID. It is
recommended that units report advancement at least monthly. They must submit a final annual report
each December. Ranks must be entered in sequence based on unit type and program. Because of documentation requirements, the Eagle Scout rank may not be entered through this system. Neither may
nominated recognitions such as meritorious action awards.
Internet Advancement is accessed through the local council’s Web site or from MyScouting. When
first-time unit processors enter, they are greeted by a welcome page with instructions and invited to log
in and accept a confidentiality agreement. Once they have provided some registration information, they
move to an overview page with additional instructions. Returning users skip these steps and go directly
to selecting members for advancement. Once this is done and verified, an advancement report is printed,
signed, and forwarded to the local council as awards are purchased.
Councils may continue to accept file uploads created by commercially available unit-management
software applications such as PackMaster® or TroopMaster®. Internet Advancement accepts files from
these applications as well.
Because unit advancement processors access data directly from ScoutNET, deciphering handwriting
is not an issue. The system also validates entries against advancement rules and generates error messages
as appropriate. Errors must be corrected before the process can proceed.
6.0.0.3 Where to Find Internet Advancement Help
The system includes a link to Frequently Asked Questions on every page, as well as an indexed help
tool that can be searched by keyword or topic. The National Council has developed a sample training
outline with a PowerPoint presentation, and other support documents for orienting unit and district
volunteers on functionality and benefits. An editable presentation version is available from the MyBSA
Knowledge Base and on the ScoutNET Support site. Councils can add local processes and information.
Most councils have established “Help Desk”-style assistance, assigning staff responsibility for answering
questions, providing unit access IDs, monitoring activity, changing passwords, resetting profiles and data,
and creating reports requested by council management for staff and volunteer use.
COUNCIL EVENTS
CUB HAUNTED CAMPOUTS
HaUNTED Weekend #1
Session A: October 19-20
Session B: October 20-21
HaUNTED Weekend #2
Session A: October 26-27
Session B: October 27-28
This October, Cub Scouts will have a hauntingly good time at one of four
Cub Haunted campouts. Activities slated for this year’s event include a costume
contest and parade, campfire, hay rides, crafts, midway games, haunted house
and many more frightfully good tricks and treats.
Cub Haunted is an overnight campout for Cub Scouts and their families
at Beaumont Scout Reservation – siblings are welcome. Packs now have two
weekends to choose from to accommodate busy fall program schedules.
For more information on Cub Haunted, visit the council’s Web site: gccbsa.org
Yard Charge 2012
Join 4,000 Scouts, Organizations, and Companies
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Don’t miss this opportunity to “Do a Good Turn”
for elderly homeowners who need our help. This year the
goal is to rake the leaves of at least 1,600 yards of elderly
homeowners in the Greater Cleveland Council. Fill out
the information below and return to Shirley Surrell (shirley.
[email protected]) at the Council Service Center.
Name ____________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________
City _______________________________________________ Zip___________
E-Mail____________________________________________________________
Phone (_________)_________________________________________________
District Name _____________________________________________________
Post ________ Pack _________ Troop _________ Crew _________
Estimated # of Youth_________ # of Adults _________ # of Siblings_________
We want to participate in: (Why not both?)
___ City of Cleveland Yard Charge
___ Local Community Yard Charge
2241 Woodland Ave
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: (216) 861-6060
Fax: (216) 861-3431
www.gccbsa.org
Count us in! It sounds like a
fun day and we want to be a part
of Yard Charge!
2012 TRAINING SCHEDULE
District
Training
Date
GCC
Outdoor Leader Skills
Sept. 14-16 (Fri.-Sun.)
GCC
Tiger & Wolf Den Leader-Specific Training
Sat., Sept. 29
GCC
GCC
Time
Location
Details/Fee
Cub World, Beaumont Scout Reservation
Registration limited to first 30 accepted. $45 early discount, $60 after Aug. 31
9 a.m.-11 a.m.
BSA Service Center, 2241 Woodland Ave, Cleveland
$10 ($5 if you already have a copy of the new Den & Pack Resource Guide)
Bear & Webelos Den Leader-Specific Training Sat., Sept. 29
Noon.-2 p.m.
Cubmasters/Committee Chair & Members
Sat., Sept. 29
3 p.m.-5 p.m.
GCC
Tiger & Wolf Den Leader-Specific Training
Tues., Oct. 16
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
GCC
Bear & Webelos Den Leader-Specific Training Tues., Oct. 23
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
GCC
Cubmasters/Committee Chair & Members
Tues., Oct. 23
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
GCC
BS Leaders Specific
November 3
Strongsville Library
Registration limited to first 25 accepted. $5 early discount, $15 after Oct. 26
GCC
Fast Start
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
For all leaders by program
no fee GCC
Severe Weather Training
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
One registered person must be trained in every unit
no fee GCC
This is Scouting
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
For all leaders
no fee GCC
Safe Swim Defense
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
no fee GCC
Safety Afloat
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
no fee GCC
Troop Committee Challenge
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
For all troop committee members
no fee GCC
Cub Scout Leader Specific
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
GCC
Youth Protection
online training
24/7
www.myscouting.org
For all adult leaders
no fee
For trainings at the Service Center, register with Jennifer LaRiccia at [email protected].
YOU are invited to attend
WOOD BADGE C-4-440-13
WHY? Everything we do in Scouts is because WE BELIEVE in helping youth learn to become good
citizens, better people and better leaders. As Baden-Powell said, “all Scouters should set the example
and be trained.”
“Success in training the boy depends on the Scoutmaster’s own personal example.”
Lord Robert Baden-Powell
HOW? The first portion of the Wood Badge course uses a classroom approach with practical exercises
to teach the essentials of leadership and how to best use a model Scout unit program. You will learn
what makes leadership work for you in Scouting and in your personal life.
The second half of the course offers an outdoor experience with classroom modules to help you
learn the application of the leadership skills unique to BSA units. There will also be a group meeting
or two that you will need to attend in between weekends. Your group will set that schedule. You will
also write and complete a “Ticket”. Successful completion of the course will be your attendance at
both weekends, in their entirety, as well as the completion of the Ticket process.
Our staff is committed to guide you and help you succeed! We will provide you the necessary support
and encouragement to complete the instructional course as well as your Ticket. Upon completion of
your Ticket, you will receive the Wood Badge Recognition, including the neckerchief, woggle, Wood
Badge beads and Certificate of completion.
What do you need to succeed? An up to date BSA physical, personal camping equipment, a desire
to learn, an ability to have fun, a commitment to apply what you learn and your registration.
ANY QUESTIONS? Please call your Course Director – Dave Volek
Email: mailto:[email protected] Phone: (216) 341-6270
Or visit our website: www.woodbadgegcc.com
I accept the invitation to 2013 GCC Wood Badge Course. I have completed basic training for my registered position.
I understand that my attendance and participation in all sessions is required and that to receive my Wood Badge recognition I
must first complete my Ticket. I understand that all fees must be paid and received 30 days prior to the course – or by March
25, 2013. I understand that my deposit of $50.00 is non-refundable and my full fee is non-refundable if I cancel less than
30 days prior to the start of the course.
Please COMPLETE (PRINT) the following information:
Position in Scouting: ____________________________________
Unit #/District/Council Cub Scouts
Boy Scouts
Venturing
District Council Learning for Life
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________City: ______________________ Zip: ________
Phone: (
)____________________ Email: _____________________________ T-Shirt Size: _____
$50.00 Deposit Enclosed
Entire Fee Enclosed
Other( please specify): _______________________
Card Number: ____________________________________________________ Expiration Date: _________
Credit Card:
Visa
Master Card
AMEX
Discover
Signature ________________________________________________________________________________ Please mail or bring completed application to:
Greater Cleveland Council, BSA, 2241 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115-3295
CAMPING INFORMATION
Summer Camp 2013
(can have photo of Carl and Phil on Monday 8/13)
With a great 2012 under his belt, Carl Boyles will be returning as the 2013 Camp
Director at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Phil Williams will also be serving as Program
Director, assisting Carl in delivering a Beaumont Experience that SIZZLES!!!
What do Carl and Phil have cooked up for 2013? Well building on the success of 2012
Beaumont will again offer ALL Eagle required merit badges, the new Kayaking mb with
over 60 merit badges in total being offered. 2013 also introduces a new program area
Beau-Tech. With the initial gift from Lincoln Electric of all of the equipment for the
welding merit badges, Beaumont has created a new program area devoted to teach science
and engineering type merit badges.
ATV’s will be back in full force for your older Scouts to enjoy along with PWC will
be added in a special program.
This is just a teaser; watch out for new announcements to come your way. The 2013
Beaumont Guide Book to Adventure will be available online in September! Make your
reservation today.
Beaumont Scout Reservation
Wilderness Engineers Weekend
October 5-7, 2012
NO SPECIAL SKILLS NECESSARY,
Just the desire to help bring the Scouting program to all youth through
a positive camping experience
We need YOUR help to make the weekend successful!
Join our carpenters, masons, electricians, plumbers, painters, and labor groups
as we fix up Beaumont for its 67th camping season
Now is the time to challenge other adult members of your unit,
union or business to participate
Meals and housing will be provided. Reservations REQUIRED
2013 Beaumont Summer Camp Schedule
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
June 23 – June 29, 2013
June 30 – July 6, 2013
July 7 – July 13, 2013
July 14 – July 20, 2013
Please fill out and send this reservation by September 21, 2012, to:
Denny Seth, Ranger
P.O. Box 235 Rock Creek, OH 44084
Email: [email protected]
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
For more information or to get a copy of the 2013 site reservation sheet, please call our
Director of Support Services Carl Boyles at (216) 458-8921 or by e-mail at carl.boyles@
scouting.org or our Camping Secretary Chris Friswold at (216) 458-8904 or by e-mail at
[email protected] .
Name:________________________________________________________________
Phone:____________________________________ (Specify home, business or cell)
Address:_____________________________________________________________
Street Address________________________________________________________
City / State / Zip______________________________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________
Others attending with me:______________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
RISK MANAGEMENT
From the Guide to Safe Scouting:
Cub Scouts are permitted to participate only in the following shooting activities.
Archery and BB gun shooting are restricted to day camps, Cub Scout/Webelos Scout
resident camps, council-managed family camping programs, or for council activities
where there are properly-trained supervisors, and all standards for BSA shooting sports are
enforced. Archery and BB gun shooting are not to be done at the pack level.
Tiger Cubs, Wolf Cub Scouts, and Bear Cub Scouts are not permitted to use any
other type of pistol or firearm, including pellet guns.
Webelos Scouts are permitted to use air rifles at Webelos resident camp in accordance
to BSA national standards for resident camp.
For Cub Scout Packs wishing to arrange an Archery or BB program, please contact
Carl Boyles, Director of Support Services, to schedule a council-managed family camping
program for your pack.
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Check appropriate selections below:
____ I/we will be arriving [ ] Friday - am pm OR [ ] Saturday am
____ I/we will be attending
[ ] Sat breakfast [ ] Sat lunch [ ] Sat dinner [ ] Sun breakfast
Need Lodging? Y or N (circle one)
If lodging is needed, sign up at Lodging table when you arrive.
(This just gives us an idea of how many plan to stay the night.)
Breakfast served at 7:30 a.m., Saturday work crews start at 8:00 am
Spring Weekend is May 4-5, 2013.
boy scout summer camp
WEBELOS RESIDENT camp
ADVENTURE...CHALLENGE...FRIENDSHIP...FUN!
Scouts Enjoy Day Camp
With the dedication of many volunteers, Cub Scouts from Greater Cleveland Council were able to enjoy their annual summer day camp – this
year focusing on the Roman Empire. Six, week-long camps were held during June and July around Cuyahoga County. Throughout the week, Scouts
participated in various activities that incorporated the 12 core values of Cub Scouting: citizenship, compassion, cooperation, courage, faith, health and
fitness, honesty, perseverance, positive attitude, resourcefulness, respect and responsibility.
“Day camp was fun, and it’s good for your mind, body, and spirit,” said Scout parent Tom Smith, whose son, Ricky,
is a Bear Scout. “When you go to day camp, you start learning skills that you will build upon later as a Boy Scout.” A
special thanks goes out to many local fire departments that provided a refreshing “cool off” during the sweltering heat.
“Cubaneers of the Seven Seas” is slated for next year’s theme, so start working on your pirate accent!
Summer Camp Call-Out and Ordeal
Lodge #17 Leadership
Lodge Officers
Lodge Chief
Michael Schloemer
Vice Chief Membership
Open
Vice Chief Program
Daniel Hearn
Vice Chief Finance
Alex Moryan
Vice Chief Communication
Open
For e-mail contact
information, go to www.
cuyahoga17.org and click
“contact us”.
Lodge Advisers
Lodge Adviser
Margie Bibbs
Program Associate Advisor
Open
Membership Associate Advisor
Danise Krushinski
(216) 587-0122
Finance Associate Advisor
Norm Wells
(216) 441-2123
Communications Associate Advisor Ken Fox
(440) 734-7380
(440) 891-6874
Stay current on Lodge news and functions...www.cuyahoga17.org
Lodge Calendar
September 21-23
Fall Fellowship
Camp Beaumont
October 29 General Lodge Meeting
GCC Service Center
November 2-4
Area Leadership Training
Camp Lazarus
November 26
General Lodge Meeting
GCC Service Center
December TBA
Winter Banquet TBD
For the first time in many years Beaumont Scout Reservation and the Cuyahoga
Lodge teamed up to provide new candidates
who were called out during summer camp
to immediately complete their Ordeal. The
partnership was considered a great success
and will be continued in the future.
Thursday evening’s Family Night Campfire was the setting for this unique event.
Near the end of the campfire Lodge Staff
Advisor and Camp Director Carl Boyles
called out across Lake Klein to Kitchkinet
who answers his summons. Then in the
distance you could see him crossing the lake
in the fading light coming to the campfire in
a Voyageur Canoe being escorted by torch
barring Nutiket. Upon his arrival at camp,
all Scouts were instructed to form a single
line and follow him to a specially prepared
Call-Out campfire. Parents and family followed in silence.
At the OA f ire Metu identif ied the
candidates who had been elected for membership and brought them before Allowat
Sakima for their Tap-Out. At the end of the
ceremony candidates were led out and their
overnight Ordeal began.
On Friday evening at the camps closing
campfire, candidates who had successfully
completed their day of cheerful service
were presented to the camp as the newest
members of the brotherhood.
We are happy to welcome new Ordeal
Members:
Summer Camp Ordeals
Marquyce Stewart Troop 983
Ricky Richardson Troop 380
Chris Richards Troop 380
Norman Fox Troop 380
Mike Fioritto Troop 630
Sam Borrick Troop 159
Andrew Steenbergh Troop 15
August Ordeal
Mike Ehlinger Troop 24
Charlie Ehlinger Troop 24
Brian Strong Troop 24
Kent Adams Troop 115
Benjamin Kaminski Troop 190
Devin Pall Troop 213
Cameron Reed Troop 213
Cloyd “Chip” Reed Troop 213
Rich Poole Troop 215
Dan Coriell Troop 241
David DiStaulo Troop 241
Connor Flemming Troop 241
Spencer Flemming Troop 241
Rob Kvacek Troop 241
Grant Tyson Troop 241
Mason Kuhr Troop 319
Zachary Schloemer Troop 319
Noah Willson Troop 319
John Zastawnik Troop 361
James Gifford Troop 403
James Ryan Troop 403
Additionally the follow Ordeal Members
completed their Vigils at the Summer Fellowship August 10-12 at Beaumont Scout Reservation and we are pleased to welcome:
VIGIL:
Robert Jensen Nick Haas Troop 435
Troop 215
VENTURING
RECRUITMENT TOOLS:
Venturing Officers
VOA Advisor
Training
Activities
Communications
Membership
Sea Scouting
Advisor
Resource Coordinator
Staff Advisor
Joe Marencik
Paula Berghauser
Cindy Courtright
Michael Courtright
Vacant
Ron Frye
Richard Danielson
Ray Bartlett
Jennifer LaRiccia
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(440) 230-0637
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Venturing Officers Association
President
Vice President Admin.
Vice President Program
Secretary
Treasurer
Rachel Hill
Elena Mazur
Robin Reichert
Anna Arbogast
Jonathan Marenicik
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Objectives:
Get as many people ACTIVELY involved as soon as possible.
Use people in positions where they utilize their strengths.
Work together as all ideas are potentially good ideas.
Show courtesy at meetings - one conversation at a time.
Forget about the past and get on with building an organization that's right for the present and the YOUTH!
Plan activities across the council while still encouraging units to plan and organize their own crews.
Ship 41 gets a new bell
in honor of a friend of Bay Village residents
Neighbors on Salem Drive and Tanglewood Lane in Bay Village joined together
Thursday, July 5, to honor in a unique way, the memory of their friend Jack Hunt, who
passed away on May 10, 2012. Jack graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1960 and
was an avid sailor. Besides being a well-loved neighbor, Jack was also a good friend to Bay
Village’s Sea Scout Ship 41.
Three years ago, he assisted the Sea Scouts in obtaining the Intrepid, a Navy 44 Luder
yawl from the U.S. Naval Academy and was involved in its restoration. The neighbors,
knowing about Jack’s involvement with the Sea Scouts, asked the group if they would
accept a donation in his name. At the time, the Scouts were seeking ways to fund the
purchase of a ship’s bell for the Intrepid.
Jack’s neighbors promptly purchased a 10-inch chrome plated brass bell suitably
inscribed, “In Honor of Jack Hunt, USNA ‘60 – Strong to Serve, From Friends and
Neighbors.” The bell was presented to Jack’s wife, Carol, at a brief ceremony. Jack’s bell
will sail the Great Lakes with the Sea Scouts mounted on Intrepid’s mizzen mast.
Ship 41, headed by Skipper Richard Gash meets on Tuesday evenings at Bay Presbyterian Church.
Need a new tool to use for recruiting?
These great literature pieces can be ordered
through our council to help your Venturing Crew recruit
more kids. Check
out the variety of
promotional items
that are coming out
of National. At the
same time, check
out this Venturing
promotional video
that highlights
youth leadership as well as high adventure!
The video can be found at: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Venturing.aspx
The Fall Heats up with Jalapeno Cheddar Popcorn!
27 Trained Top Leaders
54% Top Leader Trained
DOVER ROCKPORT TROOPS MAKING IT HAPPEN!!
Dover Rockport Officers
District Chairman
District Vice-Chairman
District Commissioner
Senior District Executive
Advancement Chairman
Training Chairman
Day Camp Administrator
Day Camp Program
Camping Chairman
Activities Chairman
Camping Chairman
Family Chairman
Popcorn Chairman
Web master
WDBoyce Chairman
OA District Co-Adviser
OA District Co-Adviser
Can you say “caliente”? It means hot hot hot! Not only is the
popcorn from Penatonica River tasty, tins are back and cooler than
ever!! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to make it the
Greatest Year of Scouting for your unit. We sold over a quarter
of a million dollars of popcorn last year, and this year will be even
better. Our training at Dave and Busters was a big hit last month
as popcorn kernels from all over enjoyed the free TACO BAR. Thanks to Dana Hartup
for his leadership in helping our units succeed!It’s not too late to join the sale!
Gareth Hughes
(216) 403-3287
Mark Johnson
(440) 871-2112
Steve Garner
(440) 552-9349
Jennifer LaRiccia
(216) 458-8925
Eric Augustine
(216) 529-0821
Mike Rossande
(216) 533-8294
Carlos Vasquez
(216) 214-5407
Eric Black
(440) 665-0994
Jennifer Mortenson
(440-759-5482
George Szent-Kiraly
(216) 244-3324
Mary O’Connor
(440) 347-1256
Tom Hartman
(216) 642-7342
Dana Hartup
(440) 773-3581
Don Friswold
(216) 577-9358
Jim Eppele
(440) 808-8497
Barb Slator
(330) 340-6340
Curtis Newton
(216) 440-1880
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Troop 729 to the rescue! On Sunday, May 20, members of
Troop 729 used their first aid knowledge and bravery to help victims of a
motorcycle accident. The incident occurred on Lake Road in Bay Village
while the troop was doing a practice hike to get ready for their trip to the
Philmont Scout Ranch. There was a loud crash and the sounds of breaking
metal and plastic could be easily heard; members of Troop 729 saw a van with its left rear
bumper partially torn off, an injured woman lying in the street, a man with severe wounds
to his hands and forearms, and broken pieces of the motorcycle everywhere. The members
of Troop 729, including Stephen Liljeberg, Edward Hughes, Samuel Chamberlain,
Justin Holland, and Sean Van hulle, rushed to the aid of the man and woman. These
fine young men and the adults did what they were trained to do and answered the call to
respond. Dover Rockport District is very proud of them!
September CALENDAR
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District Commissioner Mtg. 6:30 p.m., Bay Presbyterian Church
District Committee Mtg. 7:30 p.m, Bay Presbyterian Church
District Roundtable 7:00 p.m., Bay Presbyterian Church
Webelos Woods, South Mastick Woods, Metroparks
October CALENDAR
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District Commissioner Mtg. 6:30 p.m., Bay Presbyterian Church
District Committee Mtg. 7:30 p.m., Bay Presbyterian Church
District Roundtable 7:00 p.m., Bay Presbyterian Church
Day Camp Exceeds Expectations!
Day Camp this year was another huge success as we toured Ancient Rome and played
in the Gladiator Pits. Soldiers from all over Cuyahoga County joined together for chariot
races, shot put and discus, and hours filled with shooting sports. “Hail Caesar” could be
heard throughout the coliseum as our boys crafted their own colored armor (tie-dyed
t-shirts) and tiled name plates. A fire-juggling entertainer wowed the crowd-filled arena
as the parents enjoyed a delectable lunch and nibbled on the popcorn samples. New games
were learned as the boys played Rota and learned their survival skills at Scout prep. Thanks
to our fearless leaders, Eric Black and Carlos Vasquez, for their dedication. The first aid
station was manned by the legendary Scott Graham, who was kept busy. Steve Garner,
our registration guru, was on hand to help solve problems and handle logistics.
Thanks to the following 5-day leaders for their commitment: Dominic Bonacci, Dan
Carlton, Leslie Holstein, Brenda Sack, Grethel Almendarez, Luz Almenarez, Jennifer Mortensen, Liz Becker, John Belliveau, Todd O’Niel, Kate Hammond, Irene
Tepper, Lisa LeBarron, Paul Palmer, Mara Evans, Renee Doubrava, Georgeanne
Orbanny, Jennifer Copen, Margie Rossander, Ken Dunn, Susan Vitalis, Frankie
Gibb, Matt Smith, Kate Black, Jennifer Meeker and Tristan Hilg.
Mark the date for next year, June 17-21, 2013.
More day camp photos can be seen on page 16.
Troop 287 heads “up north” Troop 287 heads up north to the great outdoors as this group of Scouts make the memories to last a lifetime.
Troop 159 in the news!
Pictured here is Troop 159 on top
of Mt Baldy at Philmont Scout
Ranch. This made the View of
the Day for Channel 19 on July
5. Congratulations!
Troop 211 enjoyed the raising of
the the flag at McMillan Woods, Gettysburg
National Military Park, on June 27. From left: Brandon Longworth, Jacob Walters, Jacob Marinak,
Michael O’Connor, Benjamin Plumer. Not pictured: Christopher Moeller
69.77% Top Leader Trained
Troop 664
at Beaumont
Quarrylands Officers
District Chairman
BS Roundtable Cmr.
CS Roundtable Cmr.
Misc. Commissioner
ADC Berea/BrookPark/Middleburg
VACANT
Gary Musselman
(216) 621-0082
Dave Ross
(440) 734-2511
Joel Bussman
(440) 716-8804
Bill Sheehan
(440) 777-9038
Joe Mazur
(216) 433-7554
Scott Reichert
(440) 668-8440
ADC Strongsville
John Hogan
(440) 878-3890
ADC Olmsted Falls
VACANT
ADC North Olmsted
Tom Andrako
(440) 716-1660
Membership
VACANT
School Night Chair
Connie Sheehan
(440) 777-9038
Finance Chairperson
VACANT
Popcorn Kernel
Mike Ballas
(440) 238-9634
FOS Chairman
VACANT
Family FOS
Ken Fox
(440) 391-0624
Community FOS
Tony Dick
(440) 824-6119
Advancement
Ron Morgan
(440) 234-3623
Eagle Scout Coordinator
Don Lommler
(440) 779-8092
Merit Badge Counselor Coordinator Jim Brown
(440) 891-5955
Training
Patrick O’Leary
(440) 846-9665
Cub Scout Training
Bob Sullivan
(440) 235-0934
Boy Scout Training
Patrick O’Leary
(440) 846-9665
Venturing
VACANT
Camping
VACANT
OA Advisor
VACANT
OA Chapter Chief
VACANT
Day Camp Director
VACANT
Day Camp Program
VACANT
Cub Scout Activities
Jeff Tirey
(440) 572-0595
Boy Scout Activities
Jansen Musselman
(440) 734-6771
District Technology/Communications Tony Wulk
(216) 470-3191
District Webmaster
Andrew Young
(440) 846-0825
District Executive
Kallee Kissling
(216) 458-8930
Check out the Web page: www.quarrylands.net
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Council Service Center Closed due to Labor Day
District Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Show and Deliver Orders Received Online
Roundtable, 7:00 p.m., Berea United Methodist Church, 170 Seminary St, Berea
Popcorn Sale Begins
District Unit Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
OctobeR CALENDAR
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The heat was on, but that did not stop everyone from
having a wonderful week out at the Berea Fairgrounds.
Scouts and leaders found many ways to beat the heat:
from countless water balloons to spraying water from a
fire truck! Many thanks to all involved and especially to
the troops and Junior Staff for another successful year!
Special thanks goes out to the following 5 day leaders
for their time commitment: Robert Adams, Teresa
Kovach, Jim Kovach, Laura Ryder, Joanna Juregui,
Heather Ren, Sandra Graham, Aaron Robertson, Sandy Treudler, John Pardoe, Mike Balina,
Jenny Balina, Jennifer Seward, Dina Whalen,
Nora Youngers, Shawn Harris, Sarah Riehl,
Becky Conroy, Noelle Butler, Cory Williams, Ben
Andrews, and Richard Neckar.
We are already looking forward to Day Camp 2013!
More photos of day camp can be seen on page 16.
North Olmsted
All Scouts Weekend
September CALENDAR
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Day Camp Recap
Roundtable Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Unit Commissioners Meeting
Popcorn Sale Ends
Each year, the Scouts of North Olmsted
gather at the North Olmsted Community Park
for a weekend of fun and fellowship. This year,
the event was held on June 8-10. Also, each
year, North Olmsted recognizes two individuals
as “Mr. and Mrs. Scouting.” These individuals
go above and beyond for Scouting. This year,
Peggy Hart and Bob Payne received the honor.
Congratulations to both of these well deserving
Scouters!
2012 Popcorn Calendar Key dates
Friday, September 7
September 22
October 28
Unit Show and Deliver Orders received on line
Show and Sell Orders Distributed to Units
(contact your district leadership for exact times)
Super Saturday – Sale begins
Popcorn Sale ends
November CALENDAR
2
2
10
10
Popcorn Take Order Due Online
FOS Presenter Training
Roundtable Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
For the latest calendar information and event details go to gccbsa.org/calendar
Wednesday, Oct. 31 Full unopened cases returned by this date at the CSC
NO RETURNS AFTER THIS DATE
Friday, November 2 Unit Take Order due on line
Sunday, November 11 Popcorn prize orders due on line
Friday, November 9 Units with Show and Deliver orders - payment due in council office
Friday, November 16 Units pick up popcorn (contact your district leadership for exact times)
Monday, December 10Unit popcorn payment due in council office
Roman Empire Day Camp an Awesome Success
A 2010 Centennial Quality District
Pioneer Officers
District Chairman
District Vice Chair
Boy Scout Roundtable
Cub Scout Roundtable
Finance Chair
Membership Chair
Program Chair
Activities Chair
Camping Chair
Training Chair
Advancement Chair
Day Camp Director
Day Camp Program Dir.
District Director
Terry Byrne
Ron Blazak
VACANT
VACANT
Rich Thoma
VACANT
Sue Searcy
Tom Sutyak
Bill Thrasher
VACANT
Garry Renicker
Denise Hughart
Mark Hunter
Ken Kuzcema
Dan Varn
(440) 845-6956
(440) 237-4456
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From July 9-13, close to 180 Pioneer Cub Scouts participated in the district’s day
camp. With the theme being “Roman Empire,” the district once again held day camp at
the South Cuyahoga Sportsmen Club. Cub Scouts were treated to stations that included
archery, BB guns, sports, nature, creativity station, slingshots, fishing, goofy games, and
Webelos World. Along with those stations, the camp featured a cook out and Webelos
overnighter. The result was an awesome day camp and many fun moments for all Cub
Scouts and adults involved. Special thanks go out to all the volunteers who helped out
as day leaders and program area leaders. Your commitment and energy helped make day
camp a success. Special thanks also go out to Day Camp Director, Mark Hunter, and
Day Camp Program Director, Ken Kuczma. Their tireless hard work and energy made
this day camp one of the best in the history of the district!
September calendar
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14-16
21
22
Popcorn Show and Sell orders due online
Pioneer District Camporee, Top of the Ledges, Hinckley, Ohio
Popcorn Show and Sell Pick-up, Today’s Business Products, (reservation needed)
Popcorn Sale Begins
October calendar
1
District Committee/Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Ridgewood United Methodist
11
District Forum # 1, 6:45 Ridgewood United Methodist, Parma
11
December Recharter Information Session, 7:00 Ridgewood United Methodist
19-21 Cub Haunted Weekend
Return of Popcorn Sales Excess Inventory to Council Service Center (10% fee applies)
31
November calendar
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10
16
22
23
7:00 p.m. District Committee Meeting, Ridgewood United Methodist
Yard Charge 2012
Popcorn Take Order Distribution, Today’s Business Products, (reservation needed)
Thanksgiving; Service Center Closed
Service Center Closed
Pioneer District Fall Camporee
Mark your calendars! The Pioneer District Fall Camporee will be held September
14-16 at the Top of the Ledges in Hinckley. All units are invited to attend this event that
promises to be a great time. The registration deadline is September 7. For more information, please contact Tom Sutyak or Bill Thrasher.
Subscribe to the Pioneer District “Weekly Update”
Are you an adult volunteer who would like to know about district and council
activities? Well, now is your chance. Every week, the “Weekly Update” is e-mailed
out to all leaders who have subscribed to the list. In the update are notices regarding policy, updates on activities, and all-around vital announcements regarding
council and district functions. If you are interested in subscribing to this online
newsletter, please send an e-mail to [email protected].
Thank you Mark Hunter
Special thanks go out at this time to Day Camp Director, Mark Hunter. Mark has
been the Pioneer District Day Camp Director for the past 3 years and will be stepping
aside following this year’s day camp. During Mark’s time, the district day camp program
continued to excel and the number of youth and units increased, as well. Mark will still
be active around the district in various capacities. Please join us in thanking Mark for his
years of service!
Cuyahoga Valley Day Camp
Cuyahoga Valley Officers
District Chair
BS Roundtable Commiss.
CS Roundtable Commiss.
Finance Chair
Membership Chair
CS Activities
CS Advancement
Program Chair
BS Activities
BS Advancement
Camping
Training
Venturing Activities
Day Camp Director
OA Chapter Advisor
Web Master
Marketing/PR Chairman
District Director
Dave James
Linda Gray
Bill Makowski
Linda Gray
Alex Depaoli
Carloline Reinecker
Dave Mullenax
Kim Mullenax
Danise Krushinski
Jim Popik
Mike Reville
Vacant
Pete Reichel
Tim Simenc
Vacant
Karl Owen
Joe Popik
Dave Volek
Scott Johnson
(440) 717-1778
(330) 468-1079
(440) 717-3492
(330) 468-1079
(440) 526-1683
(330) 468-0504
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(216) 254-3903
(216) 587-0122
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(330) 467-0890
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Day Camp 2012 has come and gone, memories were made and fun was had and
hopefully we instilled some of the Scouting core values in tomorrow’s leaders in
just the few hours we had with your boys this summer. With a theme like Roman
Empire, we had the opportunity to incorporate a bit of history with our fun, teaching about aqueducts and how our modern systems originated in the Roman period
through team building exercises like using PVC pipes to conduct water where we
want to. We had fun science experiments like learning about pressure and its effects
on everyday items like Mentos and diet pop, which everyone loved.
My staff and I wish your Scouting family and your own family the best in
your new grades and experiences through the Scouting program next year. We
also can’t wait to see how many buccaneers will end up with next year with Cub
Scouting on the High Seas theme! We hope to see everyone next year, and by the
way, bring a friend!
More day camp photos can be found on page 17.
(440) 582-1698
(216) 341-6270
(216) 458-8905
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September CALENDAR
3
Council Service Center closed due to Labor Day
6
Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m. - Brecksville United Methodist Church
6
Commissioner Meeting - 8:00 p.m. - Brecksville United Methodist Church
13
Roundtable Meeting - 7:00 p.m. - Brecksville United Methodist Church
14-16 District Camporee
22-23 Cub Scout Family Campout
October CALENDAR
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4
11
11
11
District Committee Meeting
District Commissioner Meeting
District Roundtable
Charter Renewal Informational Meeting with Roundtable
Webelos to Scout Transition Training with Roundtable
1
1
3
16
District Commissioner Meeting
Roundtable at the Meadows in Brecksville Reservation
Take Order Popcorn Pick Up
November CALENDAR
Fall Recruitment
Over the summer we will be making contact with our schools to secure commitments
for the fall Cub Scout/Boy Scout recruitments. Be ready to discuss your possible dates
for Cub Scout round up at the August roundtable. With the community schools and the
proximity of some of our packs, be prepared to work together with neighboring packs for
a one-night community round up at the schools. Thanks in advance.
Cub Family
INVITATIONAL
September 22-23
Sagamore Hills Park
For more information,
contact Kim Mullenex
Cuyahoga Valley
Fall “Carnival” Camporee
September 14-16
in the Meadows
Brecksville Reservation
Contact Jim Popik for more info.
Unit Kernels must attend ANY one of the above orientation meetings to earn their commission bonus.
Friday, September 7
Show and Sell Orders Distributed to Units
September 22
October 28
Popcorn Sale ends
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Full unopened cases returned by this date at the CSC
NO RETURNS AFTER THIS DATE
Friday, November 2
Unit Take Order due on line
Sunday, November 11
Popcorn prize orders due on line
Friday, November 9
Units with Show and Deliver orders - payment due in council office
Friday, November 16
Units pick up popcorn (contact your district leadership for exact times)
Monday, December 10
Unit popcorn payment due in council office
Judge Brendan Sheehan
Tim Mohr
Rich Rozman
Cory Paul
Galen Younkin
John Coffey
Don Friswold
Jonathan Sweet
(216) 458-8923
(216) 941-7319
(440) 951-5677
(216) 251-2534
(216) 226-2333
(216) 577-9358
(216) 568-8923
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September Calendar
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Extreme Weekend 6:00 p.m. – Beaumont Scout Reservation
Labor Day Office and Scout Shop Closed
District Committee meeting 6:30 p.m.
Popcorn Show ‘n Deliver Orders Due
Craft Camp 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. – Beaumont Scout Reservation
Patriot Day
Popcorn Committee meeting 7:00 p.m. – Council Service Center
Webelos Woods with Dover Rockport District
Order of the Arrow Fall Fellowship – Beaumont Scout Reservation
Popcorn Distribution – Council Service Center
Super Saturday! Popcorn Sale Begins
Shooting Sports 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. – Beaumont Scout Reservation
October Calendar
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Wilderness Engineers Weekend – Beaumont Scout Reservation
BALOO training – west side
District Committee meeting 6:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Council Service Center
Charter renewal information meeting – 6:30 p.m., Council Service Center
Cub Haunted Campout #1 – Beaumont Scout Reservation
Cub Haunted Campout #2 – Beaumont Scout Reservation
Popcorn Sale Ends
November Calendar
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Over 200 Cub Scouts took part at the annual South Mastic Woods Day Camp in June. Every
morning, Cub Scouts lined up according to their den numbers near the flagpole at the campground
entrance to say the pledge and Cub Scout Promise. Scouts were encouraged to participate in a variety
of fun and enriching activities, which helped them grow on a physical, intellectual and emotional
level. The boys learned valuable life skills related to first aid, nature, arts and crafts and safety. During
the full-filled week campers had the opportunity to earn belt loops and pins. Thank you to our
outstanding district volunteers for providing another dynamic program.
57th Hungarian
Scout Festival
Two Rivers Officers
District Chairman
Training Chairman
Activities Chairman
W. D. Boyce Committee
OA Chapter Advisor
District Webmaster
District Executive
Roman Empire-themed day camp builds strong citizens!
Sunday, September 2
11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
German Central, 7863 York Road, Parma
Pack, Troop and Crew 414 and Crew 34
Ohio’s largest Hungarian festival will be
filled with the sounds of
live Hungarian music,
the smells of freshly
made and delicious
ethnic foods and pastries, and the sights of
costumed folk dancers,
arts and crafts, and games and activities for
visitors of all ages. The day will be topped off
by the performance of the Hungarian Scout
Folk Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy authentic
Hungarian music throughout the day.
Yard Charge/
Scout Day at the Zoo
The 2012 Yard Charge will commence on
Saturday, November 10. Scouts who participate
will receive free admission to the Cleveland
Metroparks Zoo for the rest of that Saturday.
Unit Yard Assignments and Bag Pickup:
Thursday, November 8, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.,
Eagle Workshop
Save the date:
Life-to-Eagle Workshop
Saturday, December 1
Scouts are strongly encouraged to attend
this interactive workshop/seminar detailing
the Eagle Rank process from project inception
through preparation for the Eagle Character
Board of Review.
First Welding Merit Badges Earned
The image of Industrial Age welders toiling
away in dimly lit factories is long gone. Today’s
welders must learn cutting-edge technology to
create the products we use every day—cars,
buildings, bicycles. With America’s demand
for manufactured goods growing, so too is the
need for new talent. By the end of the decade,
it’s estimated that our country will have a
critical need for 200,000 new welders. Talk
about job security! Boy Scouts from the Two
Al Diciolla demonstrates a welding technique
Rivers District may have been the first from
the Greater Cleveland Council to earn this electrifying new merit badge courtesy of Lincoln Electric and the Ohio Technical College. Professional welders John Serwatka, Al
Diciolla and Glen Phelps passed on their expertise to the Scouts and sparked renewed
interest in the trade. Scout parent, Norbert Poschner, whose son, Andrew, is a Star
Scout at Troop 239 in West Park, said “this has been one of our best Scouting experiences
and a wonderful opportunity for my son”.
District Committee meeting – 6:30 p.m., Council Service Center
Yard Assignments and Bag Pickup – 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Council Service Center
Yard Charge / Scout Day at Zoo
Thanksgiving Office and Scout Shop Closed
For the latest calendar information and event details go to gccbsa.org/calendar
Popcorn Sale Calendar
Friday, September 7
Wednesday, September 12
September 22
October 28
Wednesday, October 31
Friday, November 2
Sunday, November 11
Friday, November 9
Friday, November 16
Monday, December 10
December 10 January 2013
Council Popcorn Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m., CSC
District Kernels and Zone Kernels
Show and Sell Orders Distributed to Units (contact your district leadership for exact times)
Popcorn Sale ends
Full unopened cases returned by this date at the CSC NO RETURNS AFTER THIS DATE
Units pick up popcorn (contact your district leadership for exact times)
Prizes shipped after final unit payment is made
Council popcorn sale critique
John Serwatka and Boy Scouts take time out from instruction to pose for a class picture
Training is Mandatory
All registered adult volunteers must complete Youth Protection Training before charter
turn in- December 13. All Cubmasters, Assistant Cubmasters, Den Leaders, Assistant
Den Leaders, Webelos Leaders, Assistant Webelos Leaders, Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Crew Advisors, Assistant Crew Advisors and Post Leaders must complete their
specific training. Check out the training page for dates.
Fall Recruitment
Freedom Trail Officers
WD Boyce Chairman
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Program Chairman
Asst. District Commissioner
FOS/Finance Chairman
Popcorn Chairman
Resource Activities Chairman
GSL Chairman
Activities Chair
Adv. Chairman
District Executive
Robert J. White
Ronnie Henighan
Steven Williams
Stefan Holmes
Frank Williamson
Al Griffin
Jim Thompson
Charles Kelly
Rockette Richardson
John Slavik
Janet Barron
Bonnie Sawyer
Jon Sizemore
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
.September CALENDAR
1
7
8
15
21
22
29
Xtreme Weekend, Beaumont Scout Reservation
Popcorn Show & Deliver Orders Due
Craft Camp, Beaumont Scout Reservation
Cuyahoga Valley Camporee
Show & Sell Popcorn DistributionCouncil Service Center
Popcorn Sales begin / Blitz Day
Wilderness Survival Camp, Beaumont Scout Reservation
Cuyahoga Valley Cub Scout Family Camp
Shooting Sports Camp, Beaumont Scout Reservation
October CALENDAR
5
Wilderness Engineers Weekend, Beaumont Scout Reservation
6
BALOO Training, TBA
11
Charter Info Meeting, Council Service Center, 7:00 p.m.
19&26 Halloween Weekends, Beaumont Scout Reservation
November CALENDAR
10
16
Yard Charge
Units Pick up Popcorn, Council Service Center
13
Program Committee/ Charter Turn-in, Council Service Center
December CALENDAR
Recruitment year round is a key to a great program for all youth but the fall is the best
opportunity to get new youth and adults in your troop, pack or crew. J.B. will be calling
you to set up a recruitment event.
1. Pick schools & locations to recruit youth
2. Date, time, and location for recruitment event
3. Set up Boy talks at schools and other locations the day before recruitment event
4. Order flyer & posters from J.B.
5. Get youth and adults involved
Keep recruiting Scouts year round
1. Have your Scouts invite a friend to a special event.
2. Put posters up at churches, schools, rec centers and businesses.
3. Announce at churches
If you have any recruiting questions or other recruiting ideas, please send to
[email protected].
Yard Charge, Sat. November 10
Please contact J.B. to register for this year’s Yard Charge. “Do a Good Turn” for our
city’s elderly. They’re counting on us. Bag and house locations distributed on Thursday,
November 8, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Scout Office.
THE HUMUNGOUS GREATEST POPCORN SALE EVER
Jim: What did Baby Corn say to Mommy Corn?
J.B.: I don’t know
Jim: Where’s Popcorn?
A SCOUT ALWAYS PAYS HIS WAY
This year’s popcorn sale is our best opportunity
to help our Scouts. If you need help, contact Charles
Kelley- [email protected]. Charles’ Pack sold
over $4,000 last year.
Key Dates
September 7 September 21 September 22 October- November 2 November 9 November 11
November 16 December 10 Show and Delivery order due
Show and Delivery popcorn pick up- Scout Service Center
SUPER SATURDAY
SELL LIKE CRAZY
Take Order
Show and Delivery monies due
Prize order due
Popcorn- take order pick up- Scout Service Center
Popcorn Take-order money due
Thank You! BEAUMONT
A special “Thank You” goes to the camp staff at Beaumont!
They have helped the packs and troops of Freedom Trail have a
truly remarkable Scouting experience this summer. The boys had
fun fishing, hiking, geocaching, and swimming. Troop 983, 337,
and 183 were in attendance and had Scouts called out for OA. We
want to thank Al Griffin, Bonnie Sawyer, Sharon Stewart,
Marcia Young, and all the great leadership that was there working
with their troops in Scouting spirit with all Beaumont campers.
Your exemplary leadership is proof that Scouting can bring people together, educate and
create a positive experience for all that are involved. This year showed that a good program
can create and maintain a tradition. Troop 983 had a member reach Eagle Scout and as a
result, there were some special days spent camping this summer. Let’s all thank our Scout
leaders for the work they do for our Cleveland boys.
Freedom Trail Scouts and leaders from Cleveland packs and troops at Beaumont Day Camp
BACK IN FULL SWING WITH NEW LEADERSHIP!
Glacier Ridge is back in action come September. District meetings and
roundtables will start up again with their normal rotation – please check the
schedule for a date refresher. Cubmasters, den leaders, Scoutmasters, Venturing
crew advisors, and unit commissioners are all encouraged to attend roundtables.
Information and opportunities to sign up for upcoming events are always available. See you there!
FALL ROUND-UP
Glacier Ridge Officers
Chairman
Commissioner
Vice Chairman
BS Roundtable Commissioner
CS Roundtable Commissioner
Finance Chairman
Nominating Chairman
Membership Chair
Activities / Service Chair
Advancement / Recog. Chair
Camp Promo. / Outdoors Chair
Training Chair
Day Camp Director
Day Camp Program Director
Venturing Chair
Web master
OA Chapter Advisor
District Executive
Luke Baum
Bob DiVincenzo
Ed Hargate
Rob Kelly
Carmen Matz
Vince Winslow
Michael Courtright
Beth Zych
CJ Campbell
Mae Morrical
Ed Hargate
David Knight
Rob Fischer
Sue Page
Michael Courtright
Craig Castelaz
Dr. Mike Janning
Steven Harris Jr.
(216) 447-9000
(216) 283-7496
(440) 473-5476
(216) 397-0761
(216) 932-3475
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
(216) 283-7229
(216) 371-3381
(216) 751-6111
(216) 751-9035
(440) 473-5476
(216) 799-2252
(216) 658-1879
(216) 330-9296
(216) 283-7229
(216) 381-7584
(216) 382-8098
(216) 458-8935
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
September Calendar
3
5
5
21
22
Labor Day, Council Service Center Closed
District Commissioners Meeting, 6:45 p.m., Church of the Saviour, Cleveland Hts.
District Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Saviour, Cleveland Hts.
Show and Delivery Popcorn Pick-Up: TBA
Popcorn Sale Begins!!!
October Calendar
3
3
10
District Round Table, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Saviour, Cleveland Heights
November Calendar
7
7
10
14
22-23
Yard Charge
District Round Table, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Saviour, Cleveland Heights
Thanksgiving Day, Council Service Center Closed
POPCORN Key Dates
September 7
September 21
September 22
October 31
November 2
November 11
November 9
November 11
November 16
December 10
Show & Deliver Orders Due On-line
Show and Deliver Popcorn Pick-Up
Sale Begins
Full Unopened Case returns
Take Order Due On-line
Prizes Order Due
Show and Deliver payment due
Prizes Order Due
Take Order Pick-Up
Final unit payments due to council
Cubmasters! Get ready for an incredible round-up season this fall! We will
be doing some fun and exciting things with recruitment this year, so be ready! A
member from our school night team will soon be in contact with you to discuss
a recruitment plan!
WINTER EVENTS!
It’s not too early to start thinking about and planning your winter activities.
Remember to get the district Klondike/Cub Winterfest on your calendar for the
end of January! Contact your district executive for more information regarding
upcoming events. See you there!
2012
GLACIER RIDGE
DAY CAMP
A huge ‘Thank you’
goes out to our INCREDIBLE leadership staff of
this year’s day camp –
headed up by Rob Fischer and Carmen Matz.
Rob and Carmen did an
awesome job of bringing
together a wonderful day
camp staff again this year!
Thanks to all adults (and
Scouts) who volunteered
for one or every day of
camp – your time and
talent is very much appreciated by our Cub Scouts!
Thanks again!
Crooked Creek Officers
District Chairman
Membership Chairman
Webelos-to-Scout Chair
Program Chairman
FOS Chairman
Training Chairman
CS Training Chairman
Camping Chairman
Roundtable Commissioner
CS Activities Chairman
BS Chairman
BS Activities
Day Camp Director
DC Program Director
Venturing Chairman
OA Chief
OA Advisor
Web Master
District Director
Mark Anderson
VACANT
VACANT
Tamarra Reed
VACANT
VACANT
Judy Caine
Terry Maxson
Cary Weatherhead
Carla Cashman
John DeLuca
Jerry Domiano
Bill Johannisson
Mike Eppele
Rich Parker
Sara Mulcahy
Dan Loughridge
Robby Miller
John Kochis
Tom Thompson
Scott Johnson
(440) 247-0269
[email protected] Interim
(216) 554-5508
[email protected]
(440) 349-0281
[email protected]]
(440) 542-0738
[email protected]
(440)708-2290
[email protected]
(216) 341-1443
[email protected]
(440) 439-2537
[email protected]
(216) 663-0872
[email protected]
[email protected]
(440) 248-1082
(216) 581-1229
[email protected]
(440) 248-6488
[email protected]
(330) 523-9944
[email protected]
(216) 514-1761
[email protected]
(contact the advisor, John Kochis)
(216) 341-7586
[email protected]
(440) 582-9599
[email protected]
(216) 458-8905
[email protected]
Unit Kernels must attend ANY one of the following orientation meetings to earn their commission bonus.
Friday, September 7
Wednesday, September 12
Council Popcorn Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. CSC,
District Kernels and ZK
Show and Sell Orders Distributed to Units (contact your district leadership for exact times)
September 22
Super Saturday–Sale begins
October 28
Popcorn Sale ends
Wednesday, October 31
Full unopened cases returned by this date at the CSC NO RETURNS AFTER THIS DATE
Friday, November 2
Sunday, November 11
Friday, November 9
Friday, November 16
Units pick up popcorn
Monday, December 10
December 10 Prizes shipped after final unit payment is made
September CalendaR
10
12
21
District Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Solon United Methodist Church
Roundtable, 7:00 p.m., Solon United Methodist Church
Popcorn pick-up at Giant Eagle Distribution Center, Bedford
October CalendaR
8
8
10
10
Commissioners Meeting
Charter Renewal Information Meeting
Roundtable Meeting
November Calendar
13
14
15
16
First Aid Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Garfield Memorial UMC
Roundtable Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Solon United Methodist Church, Solon
Popcorn Pickup, Giant Eagle, Bedford
Boy Scout Troops mark your calendars:
First Aid Meet
November 13, 2012
Garfield Memorial UMC
3650 Lander Rd.
Pepper Pike, OH
Klondike Derby
February 1-3, 2013
Beaumont Scout Reservation
Family FOS Thank You
Thank You to our Crooked Creek District Friends of
Scouting Family Chairman Bob Coppenhaver and his team of
presenters: Al Catani, Mark Anderson, Roy Messing, John
Deluca, Scott Strawn, and Dan Loughridge.
2012 CROOKED CREEK DAY CAMP
Thanks to Rich Parker, day camp director, Sara and Mike Mulcahy, program directors, all the week-long den leaders and the day camp volunteers for and excellent week of
day camp. We had over 200 day camp participants from Crooked Creek, Cuyahoga Valley
and Glacier Ridge. We did everything from bb’s to archery to chariot races, got soaked
by a fire truck, camped out with the Webelos and made our own trail mix. We got some
amazing pictures like these, and if you have some pictures you would like to share, please
contact Scott Johnson at the council office. Thank you to University Hospital, Ahuza
Medical Center, for providing the medical officers for our day camp. Set your calendars
now for 2013, the first full week after the July 4th holiday. Rumor has it that it will be a
“Jolly Good Adventure”. See you then.
See more photos from day camp on page 17.
Boy Scouts of America
The Greater Cleveland Council
2241 Woodland Avenue
Cleveland OH 44115-3295
Printing & Mailing of the Trail Marker supported
through the Friends of Scouting Campaign.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
CLEVELAND OH
PERMIT #3952
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before they reach your mailbox, visit www.gccbsa.org
VOLUME 10- NO. 5
CLEVELAND
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COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
2012 Fall Roundup
Give Every Kid a Chance!
See page 3 for roundup programs
will help strengthen your unit.
SEPT/OCT 2012

2012 fall roundup programs strengthen your unit

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