 July, 2012 - Vol 6, Issue 7
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 | | Dean Hare/Daily News | Posted: Friday, June 15, 2012 1:00 am |
Retiring Old Glory
Members of Venture Crew 477 and Boy Scouts Troops 460 and 444 place an American flag on a fire during a Flag Day flag retirement ceremony conducted by members of American Legion Maynard-Price Post No. 52 and the Scouts on Thursday, June 14th at the fire pit donated for use by Living Faith Fellowship in Pullman. American flags are honorably retired by completely burning it during a ceremony. Any other disposal method is considered flag desecration. The Scouts and Legion members retired more than 75 flags during the event.
Have you tried the new Online Tour Permit? In May, the new Online Tour & Activity Plan was released. To fill out an online Tour & Activity Plan, sign in to your www.myscouting.org account and click on Tour & Activity Plan. Here is one volunteer's feedback on the new system. "I just used the new Online Tour Permit, I LOVE it! It was so easy and user friendly. I just wanted to share my thoughts! Great job to the BSA always looking for better ways to help the many many volunteers." -Deb Kridler  Share your thoughts on the new Online Tour & Activity Plan at www.facebook.com/inlandnorthwest
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Powered By Popcorn...
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Get ready for a terrific sale this fall!
There are plenty of reasons to sign up to sell popcorn this fall.
- Increased base commission: 2011-20% Base 2012-25% base
- 5% for ordering on time, signing up by June 15 and submitting your payment on time. That is 30%!
- District Mystery Houses
- Sell on-line and get 40% commission. WOW!
- All new $1000 Club
- Zing Shot for all $600 Club Members
- Plus lots more to be unveiled at the Popcorn/Membership Training Extravaganza in your district. Each unit kernel should plan on attending one of the trainings.
More Information...
Get signed up here for the Extravaganzas!
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Badge of Honor Campaign Unveiled Soon
Built upon the unique experiences that Scouts carry with them forever, Badge of Honor proves that the memorable moments associated with earning a badge, hiking a trail, or hanging out with friends are an invaluable part of the journey to being Prepared. For Life.
More Information...
At the upcoming membership/popcorn Extravaganza's leaders at all levels will see the new Badge of Honor materials and plan for a terrific fall recruitment effort.
Click here to register for the extravaganza of your choice!
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Kayaking Merit Badge Rolls Out Just in Time for Summer Camps
 Although the official industry launch of the new Kayaking merit badge won't take place until the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market event Aug. 2-5 in Salt Lake City, the "earn date" for the badge has been moved up to June 13 to accommodate Scouts who are heading to summer camp. Official badge requirements and pamphlets are available in all Scout shops and camps.
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On the Horizon
Upcoming Events
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Coming this September:
Make Your Voice Heard
This spring, council volunteers, parents, board members & staff were given the opportunity to let their voice be heard with the new national feedback system online surveys. Surveys will be going out again this September. Don't miss this opportunity to provide your valuable feedback to improve Scouting. Read more about Voice of the Scout here.
Share this information with your unit leaders, parents, volunteers and charter organizations. Encourage them to sign up at www.nwscouts.org/vos
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Spokane Interstate Fair
Experience the Ride!
September 7-16, 2012
This year's Interstate Fair's theme is "Experience the Ride." This year will be bring back the Turbo Rush 360 to the fair! This will be a great opportunity to invite new youth to our Scouting movement and get them involved. And for your unit to earn money to help fund your Scouting program.
More Information...
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District Leaders: Provide more youth with Scouting...
learn more at the Leadership Summit
Thursday, August 30th
Each District Leader has a tremendous opportunity before them to attend the Leadership Summit on Thursday, August 30th at 7:00pm.
Michael Watkins from the National BSA Mission Impact Team will share strategies to implement the Journey to Excellence plan in 2012 and beyond.
Watkins has provided key leadership and oversight with the Voice of the Scout (VOS) and Journey to Excellence (JTE) programs.
Read more on Michael Watkins
Register for the Leadership Summit
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Along the Trail
Camping Activities
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July 13 Last Day for Local Units to Get Exclusive Reservation Opportunity for Camps for 2013
Local units get FIRST choice for 2013 summer camp reservations: Friday, July 13 is the last day for Inland Northwest Council units to reserve a week at Camp Easton and Camp Grizzly for 2013 before troops from outside of our council make reservations. Starting on Monday, July 16, we will accept 2013 reservations from out-of-council units--the weeks will fill up fast! Make your 2013 reservation NOW so that you get the camp and the week that your troop wants! All it takes is a $150 deposit. Click here for reservation form.
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"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"
The Spokane Indians are rolling through the season and July 14th is your big chance to get in on some baseball and camp in the outfield at Scout Night with the Indians. It's not too late to get in on the game so check out the flyer to get signed up and we will see you at Avista Stadium!
More Information...
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Don't miss your chance to attend Cub Scout Day Camp this summer!
Day camp is a great outdoor experience where Cub Scouts enjoy a variety of activities, including: BB-guns, Archery, fishing, sports, crafts, games and more.
Upcoming camps are:
July 11-13: Cubstruction at Sontag
Park, Spokane North from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
July 16-17:
Shoot it! Build it! Burn it! Blow it up
at Nez Perce Elementary, Nez Perce, ID from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
July 19-20:
Shoot it! Build it! Burn it! Blow it up!
at Lewiston Co. Fair Grounds, Lewiston, ID from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
July 25-27: Dig it! Dinosaur Camp at Camp
Sekani, Spokane Valley from 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
August 6-8: Ticket to Ride! at 63rd
Street, Spokane South Hill from 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
August 13-15: Cubstructionat Camp Easton,
Harrison, ID 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
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Your Neck of the Woods
District News
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Chief Kamiakin District
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DeAnne Heflin, District Executive
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Whitman & Latah Counties
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Chinook District
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Ashley Sinner, Senior District Executive
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Spokane's South Hill, West Plains & Lincoln County
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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David Thompson District
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Katie Wood, District Executive
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Bonners & Boundary Counties
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Exploring & Latah District
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Josh Paparazzo, Senior District Executive
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Career & Workforce Development
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Calendar
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Grizzly District
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Dale Peters, Senior District Executive
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Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Freeman
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Lewis Clark Trails District
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Marlene Schaefer, District Director
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Asotin, Clearwater, Idaho, Nez Perce Counties
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Old Missions District
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Chris Petersen, District Director
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Kootenai, Benewah & Shoshone Counties
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Stevens District
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Gary Roach, District Coordinator
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Stevens County, North Spokane
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Calendar
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Newsletter
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Thunderbird District
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Bill Beaumont, Senior District Executive
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North Spokane & Spokane County
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Save
25% off Centennial Shorts*
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Through July 5th, Americana T-Shirts are $7.99 along with 25% off Centennial Shorts that double up as swimming trunks and the field uniform. Come get your pair for $11.24 for youth sizes and $14.99 for all adults.
July is the perfect time to jump into savings. Running from July 6th until the end of the month, large markdowns will be placed on the NEW swim trunks, hats, T-shirts, TrekTek Shirts. Not to mention the Cub Scout Denim Jeans for $4.99! Keep an eye out for Clearance items throughout the month to catch additional savings.
In case you missed the famous Buy One, Get One Free sale on Nylon uniforms you'll have an additional chance to pick them up at a lower price. With the limited stock that was left from these sales, the remaining Supplex Nylon Uniform Shirts and Pants can be found between $16 to $27. We'll see you here for this great month of savings and sales!
| *Through July 5th, Centennial Shorts are 25% off
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