Blastcar BSA
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The newest thing with the BSA is creating a lot of buzz throughout the Scouting world. Blastcar BSA.
Blastcar BSA is a brand new racing event designed exclusively for Boy Scouts and its flat out full speed fun.
Similar to the Cub Scout Pinewood Derby, the Boy Scout starts with a block of wood and develops a design that will be aerodynamic and super fast. Blastcars are fueled by CO2. CO2 canisters are steel cylinders filled with compressed CO2 fuel. The CO2 is removed from the air at the factory and then released at the race event-no new CO2 is created or added to the atmosphere. This is called a 'zero' event.
Our Council Activities Committee is considering a council Boy Scout Blastcar BSA event this fall. What do you think about this idea? Let us know by emailing dfowler@bsamail.org.
Check out these links!
Youtube video
Blastcar BSA is Here to Stay
Blastcar How-To
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Tour and Activity Plan Update
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The following is an update from National BSA:
There is a clarification on how Tour and Activity Plan displays CPR and First Aid as required training. When the category of 'Other' activity is selected, the message currently indicates that CPR and First Aid are needed. Please disregard this message as CPR and First Aid are not required for the 'Other' category in a Tour and Activity Plan.
The Tour and Activity Plan process that sporadically sent confirmation emails to incorrect recipients has been corrected. Additionally, where the Tour and Activity Plan shows the Unit "Pick List" the volunteer's unit should now display for selection.
Additional information can be found on MyScouting.org.
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Popcorn Sales Express
Check-in, Prizes and Dinner
| Monday, August 20, 2012 6:30 p.m.
First United Methodist Church of Dothan
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What is the most exciting thing about Monday, August 20, in the great state of Alabama? Well the first day of public school is certainty exciting, but I'd say it's a close second when you consider that Monday is also the Popcorn Sales Training with guru Michael Beck! Don't take my word for it, check out what leaders had to say in the July E-newsletter popcorn article. Be sure to qualify for express check-in plus the prize drawing by pre-registering at your district Fall Program Preview or by emailing bfowler@bsamail.org.
Encourage all leaders in your unit to attend; the more leaders who learn the program the greater your success will be. Besides, where else can you get a free dinner prepared by someone else following the hectic first day of school?
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Family Friends of Scouting
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In the e-news last month, we continued to 'rollout' the renewed Family Friends of Scouting by announcing the expansion of the Victory Bowl to include two new rivalries, Troy vs. UAB and Florida vs. Florida State.
This month we would like to announce the addition of a new presentation choice, the Unit FOS Blitz. This new presentation style gives your unit greater flexibility and control of the program.
Attend your district Fall Program Preview to learn which presentation style works best for your unit!
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Cowikee Lodge
Second Ordeal Weekend
| Friday-Sunday, August 17-19, 2012
Camp Alaflo
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Flyers have not yet gone out in the mail, but you can register at the Scout Service Center. Please try to register by August 4, or as soon as possible.
Member cost is $20.00, or $35.00 if you are eligible and converting to Brotherhood.
Remind candidates in your Troop who did not attend the Spring Ordeal that this is their final chance this year. Cost for new candidates is $40.00
Ordeal projects include:
- Swim dock waterproofing (bring pump sprayers, if possible)
- Debris clean up (bring work gloves)
- Install hand wash station at the Dining Hall
- Install staff building insulation
Please contact the Council Service Center at 334.793.7882 to register.
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The 6th Annual College of Commissioner Science
| Saturday, August 25, 2012
7:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Northside Baptist Church
530 Airport Rd
Panama City Florida 32405
northsidepc.org
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The 6th Annual College of Commissioner Science is fast approaching! This one-day training conference is designed for potential, new, and "seasoned" commissioners. Training is patterned after the normal college curriculum in which there are Bachelor through Doctorate levels. This event is a joint effort of three Boy Scout councils: Alabama-Florida, Gulf Coast and Suwannee River Area. This College of Commissioner Science is hosted by the Suwannee River Area Council and will be held at the Northside Baptist Church in Panama City. The $15 registration fee covers the costs associated with course materials, printing, lunch, certificates and awards. The college is open to all adults registered with the Boy Scouts of America who have a genuine desire to develop their knowledge, skills, and competence for effective commissioner service; and, to use that training to ensure that the very best Scouting programs are offered to the youth members in their Councils. For more information and registration, please go to the council website.
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Camp Alaflo Open House
| Saturday, September 8, 2012
8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Camp Alaflo
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With the opening of schools right around the corner, it's time to get back to Camp AlaFlo. Under the leadership of the Menawa District, Camp will hold an Open House. The event is geared for new and prospective Cub Scouts and their families. Current Cub Scouts are encouraged to bring a non-scout friend out to experience all the fun of Camp Alaflo.
Events will include BB guns, archery, slingshots, handicrafts, swimming, canoeing, and more!! The Trading Post will also be open for snacks, drinks, food, Scout stuff, souvenirs, and many other cool camp things.
We need Boy Scouts and adult leaders to help staff this great event. To help, please email Menawa Program Chair Christine Martin at scoutingmartins@yahoo.com.
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Adopt-A-Campsite Update
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Camp Alaflo
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The Council Properties Committee is pleased to announce that great progress has been made on the Adopt-A-Campsite program!!!
Prior to Summer Camp, the first three adopted campsites completed construction of the improved bathroom facilities. These new bathrooms have individual showers and flush toilets in a design that offers unisex privacy. The adopted campsites are:
- Seminole -- LDS Church (bathroom completed)
- 201 Ranch -- Troop and Pack 38 (bathroom completed)
- Navajo -- Troop 77 and Troop 170 (bathroom completed)
- Apache -- Troop and Pack 10
- Menawa -- Pack 77
Still up for adoption are Mohawk, Kiowa, Cherokee, and Chipola. To adopt a campsite, a unit pays a $1500 fee, commits to improve the campsite starting with the improved bathroom, and pays an annual maintenance fee. The Council matches the initial fee and makes the money available for the improvements.
If you would like more information about adopting a campsite, email VP of Properties John McDaniel at jmcdaniel3233@yahoo.com.
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Fall "Survivor"
Boy Scout Camporee
| Friday-Sunday, September 21-23, 2012
Fort Rucker - U.S. Army
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Come experience a "Day in the life of Soldier" in a field environment. This year's event will be held at Buckhorn Lake at Fort Rucker.
Activities will be tent striking, land navigation, swim test, boating safety, SERE team demonstration, Wildlife and Patriot Adventure. This will be a Camporee to remember, all events run by the finest soldiers in the world!
See your scoutmaster or District Executive for window ID card for easy on/off access to Fort Rucker. No ground fires.....propane only! Cost is $15.00.
Please contact the Council Service Center at 334.793.7882 to register.
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| Trainer Edge | Saturday, October 27, 2012
Troy University, Troy, AL
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Note new date and location!!!
The Trainer's EDGE is the required train-the-trainer course for Wood Badge and NYLT staffs. It is meant to supplement the practice offered through Wood Badge and NYLT staff development.
The primary target of this training is Scouters who will be delivering training to leaders as well as to youth members in all parts of the Scouting program.
Please contact the Council Service Center at 334.793.7882 to register.
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The Trainer Edge and
Commissioner Basic Training
| Saturday, October 27, 2012
Troy University, Troy, AL
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Note new date and location!!!
The Trainers Edge and Commissioner Basic training have been moved to the Merit Badge University. Due to scheduling conflicts, this training was moved to be part of the program we will offer to adult leaders at our Annual Merit Badge University at Troy this year.
So if you thought that you missed out on your opportunity to take this training, it is not too late.
Please contact the Council Service Center at 334.793.7882 to register.
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Council Operation Meeting
| Tuesday, August 7, 2012 7:00 p.m.
Council Service Center, Dothan
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We would like to remind all district committee members and commissioners of the next Council Operations Meeting.
The purpose of this meeting is to facilitate a coordinated effort between district and council operations. All members of the district committee and interfacing council committees are encouraged to attend, including: Training, Advancement, Camping, Activities, Membership, Fundraising, District Chairs and all Commissioners. Please RSVP your attendance to your staff advisor or by email to defowler@bsamail.org.
August topics include the Cub Scout Retention Program, Stop the Drops Program, School Night, Den Leader Training for new leaders, Scout Summer Camp Review, Boy Scout Camporee, Bobcats All Advancement, Fundraising and more. |
Merit Badge University 2012
| Saturday, October 27, 2012
Troy University, Troy, AL
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The Alabama-Florida Council, in conjunction with Troy University, has set the date for Merit Badge University 3 as October 27, 2012. Boy Scouts will benefit from updated Merit Badge offerings. Boy Scout leaders will be able to attend Leader Specific Training or First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Cub Scout leaders will also be able to attend for Cub Scout Leader Specific Training. There will be an early-bird discount so be sure to get your class requests in early!!!
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Jerry Freyberg
Alabama-Florida Council Boy Scouts of America
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