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Glaciers Edge Council 2012 Summer Program Kickoff and Chili Feed Come enjoy a bowl of Chili with all the fixings and get all the latest information on the 2012 Glacier's Edge Summer Program for Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers. Visit the Program Midway to pick-up Leaders Guides, Registration forms, Campership forms and other materials for 2012 Summer Camp and related for 2012 Spring and Fall activities. A General session and special breakout sessions for Boy Scout and Venture Crew Leaders and for Cub Scout and Webelos Leaders will provide program updates and plans, as well as tips and tricks to promote and prepare your Unit for Summer Camp. December 1 at Camp Indian Trails in Allen Hall Or December 7 at Middleton High School in the Courtyard Schedule 6:30 - 7:25 - Summer Program Midway with materials for all Camps Chili Buffet - Chili with all the fixings and beverage 7:00 - 7:25 - Breakout session for any District Roundtable Business 7:30 - 7:55 - Summer Program General Session with planning tips and updates for all 2012 Summer programs 8:00 - 8:45 - Breakout Sessions for Boy Scout and Cub Scout Summer Programs
Chili feed Flyer (PDF) |
What Makes a "Trained" Leader
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As we continue with our "Journey to Excellence", the question remains- What is a "trained" leader? The newest requirements posted from the Boy Scouts of America are listed in this sheet, which explains the training requirements for all top leaders.http://scouting.org/filestore/training/pdf/What_makes_a_trained_leader.pdf |
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NEW 2011 Guide to Advancement from BSA national.
This replaces the Advancement Committee Policies and Procedures and Advancement
and Recognition Policies and Procedures, which are no longer valid.
New in This Edition:
* Reorganized for easy reference
* Frequently Asked Questions indexed
* New approach to "active participation"
and positions of responsibility
* Internet advancement highlights
* Helpful appendix
* Searchable online version available
And more-see inside. http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/33088.pdf (PDF, 4 MB)
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Scouting's flagship event is one-of-a-kind. It's a gathering of approximately 45,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff that showcases everything that is great about the BSA and its members. Over the course of 10 summer days, once every four years, the Boy Scouts of America comes together. The result is the national Scout jamboree.
A New Venue: The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve
In 2009, the BSA purchased 10,600 acres of property adjacent to West Virginia's New River Gorge National River area in order to create The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve (the Summit). The Summit is the new home of achievement, adventure, and innovation in Scouting. With world-class facilities and a focus on outdoor action sports, the Summit will welcome Scouts to a whole new jamboree experience in summer 2013.
Application Deadline is December 30, 2011
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2011 Fall Popcorn Prize Program
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General Commercial Corporation
Keller Marketing Division Prize Program
How to place a unit order online for volunteers
www.boyscouts-gcc.com
General Commercial Corporation/Keller Marketing Division is proud to be working with your Council volunteers. The following documents purpose is to guide you through the prize ordering process.
- Support the Boy Scouts of America's Popcorn Prize Program;
- Make Unit prize ordering fast and easy;
- Facilitate the Council's release of orders, and order-tracking, through a straightforward process;
2011 Fall Prize Program Instructions PDF
We hope you enjoy the ease and efficiency of the site and welcome your feedback!
Les German
lgerman@bsamail.org |
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Harlem Globetrotters in Madison December 29th, 2011 @ 7PM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Don't miss out of this exclusive officer to Scouts in the Glacier's Edge Council. The Harlem Globetrotters are offering discounted prices and a commemorative patch to scouts attending the game. Here is a link to the Scout offer details.
There are also some specific activities and recognition available to groups who buy 50 or 100 tickets (smaller packs and troops should purchase tickets as one group). Look at the "Group Assets" flyer for info on those special activities.
Check out the Globetrotters home page to see that amazing skills the bring to the court. |
| Wood Badge for 21st Century - C3-620-12-1
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Wood Badge for the 21st Century
As course director for the C3-620-12-1 Wood Badge course, I would personally invite you to participate in this mountain-top training experience. If you have already completed Wood Badge, I encourage you to share your experiences with those that have not and persuade them to register early for the course.
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is an adult leader training program providing leadership training that you will use in your unit as well as in personal relationships. It is designed to give Scouters the tools they need to provide the highest quality scouting experience for the youth in their units.
It is based on contemporary leadership and team building concepts in use in American business, and is designed for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing leaders, as well as District and Council leaders. Glacier's Edge Council will be hosting course C3-620-12-1 at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation from August 13-18, 2012.
The course size is limited to 48 participants. An early bird discount is in effect until June 1, so don't delay- reserve your spot now. The promotional flier and registration form is available at:C3-620-12-1-Application.pdf If you have any questions or want more information, please contact me, Luann Rece at orchidscout@gmail.com or call me at 608 873-1821
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All Scouter Pow Wow
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NOTICE: On-line Registration CLOSES on January 11!January 14, 2012Deerfield High School, Deerfield Wisconsin
Catch the Fire of Scouting
The Glacier's Edge Council All Scouter Pow Wow is supplemental leader training at its BEST. It is designed to provide program ideas, resources and FUN for all Scouting volunteers. It is planned so that leaders may return year after year, earn certifications in their chosen fields and keep current on all that Scouting has to offer the youth of our area.
We have arranged the classes in interest areas that we are calling "tracks". A track is a guideline so that you can take all of the classes in that interest area all day if you choose. Tracks are just a planning device so that classes in the same interest area are not held at the same time. You can mix and match classes from any number of tracks.
Complete PDF version of class info here: Pow-Wow-2012-Flyer2
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Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST)
The ILST course is intended to help Boy Scouts in leadership positions within their troops understand their responsibilities and to equip them with organizational and leadership skills to fulfill those responsibilities. ILST replaces Troop Leadership Training and is a prerequisite for Boy Scouts to participate in more advanced leadership courses (i.e., National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) and National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE)). You can get your copy of the syllabus at http://scouting.org/filestore/training/pdf/ILST%20FINALS%202011%20-%20Item%20Number%20511-016.pdf
Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews (ISLC)
ILSC is intended to help Venturers in leadership positions within their crew understand their responsibilities and to equip them with organizational and leadership skills to fulfill those responsibilities. ILSC replaces the Venturing Leadership Skills Course (VLSC) and is a prerequisite for Venturers to participate in the more advanced leadership courses (i.e., National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE) and the Kodiak Challenge). You can get your copy of the syllabus at http://scouting.org/filestore/training/pdf/511-013WB.pdf |
| Five Star University of Scouting
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2012 Five Star Packet - PDF Online Registration here
Saturday, January 28, 2012!
This outstanding training event is organized and staffed through the combined efforts of the sponsoring councils. This multi-council format provides a wide range of experiences and draws on the special expertise of experienced Scouters in the Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing programs.
All Scouters that desire supplemental/advanced training for district and council level work are encouraged to attend. There will be courses offered for leaders at all levels - unit, district and council. This year we have several new courses that represent the most up to date training and program information that can be found, all in an active and friendly atmosphere. Participants will be given the opportunity to earn various degrees (bachelors, masters, doctoral) or just participate for the day.
Special Guest Speaker:
David Kopsa
Assistant Manager of Programs, The Summit
Location:
St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
1101 Genesee Street, Delafield, WI 53018
Saturday, January 28, 2012.
2012 Five Star Packet - PDF Online Registration here
If you have never attended the Five Star University of Scouting or if you're an old pro come to see what it's all about and join in the fellowship and share the experience of this premiere training event.
Yours in Scouting,
Five Star Steering Committee |
Boy Scout Troop Ski Trip Special Day Rate ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Christmas Mountain Village is excited to announce the return of the special rates for Boy Scout troops interested in planning a ski outing for their troop. Groups must have a minimum of 10 participants to qualify for the special troop rate of:
$20 per person includes:
Lift ticket
Rental (ski or board) 1 hour Group Ski Lesson $5 per person Helmet Rental (helmets are limited and are on a first come first serve basis) For every 10 Boy Scouts attending Christmas Mountain Village will give 1 free rental, lift ticket, and group lesson to an adult chaperon. Group lessons for troops will only be forskiing (times are 10:30AM and 1PM) and will be geared towards the lowest skilled participants. Groups must be booked no later than 72 hours in advance. Must be a registered boy scout to participate. This special Boy Scout rate is only available on the following Sundays when troops preregister with Christmas Mountain Village.
January 8
January 22
February 12
February 26 March 4 To schedule a troop visit contact Aaron Fearing, Ski and Retail Director, Christmas Mountain Village 608.254.3971, aaron.fearing@bluegreencorp.com
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SCOUT NIGHT - Wisconsin vs. RIT game at the Kohl Center on Saturday, January 6, 2012
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  SCOUT NIGHT- Scout troops are invited to make plans to attend the Wisconsin vs. RIT game at the Kohl Center on Saturday, January 6. Troops can organize any size group to attend this game for the discounted price of $11 per ticket. All troops will be allocated seats in upper reserved sections of the Kohl Center, while supplies last. This promotion is available only through your local scout troop or by contacting the Wisconsin Athletic Marketing office at 608-265-2100 |
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BSA Adopt-a-School Program
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  BSA Adopt-a-School has added an online commitment form to make it easier for units to adopt a school. Take the time to complete the form to commit your Pack,Troop, Crew, or Post to Adopting A School.
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Make Sure Scouts Play Safe in the Snow
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 Head injuries sustained during winter activities are a major cause of children's hospitalization. Therefore, the Winter Sports Safety section of the Guide to Safe Scouting was changed in 2009 to include the following passage: "Appropriate personal protective equipment is required for all activities. This includes the recommended use of helmets for all participants engaged in winter sports such as sledding and other sliding activities. The use of helmets is required for the following activities: downhill skiing, snowboarding, and operation of snowmobiles (full-face helmets)."
Essential precautions recommended by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons include the following:
- Sledding should only be done in designated and approved areas.
- Parents or adults must supervise children in sledding areas.
- No one should sled headfirst.
Preferred precautions include these items:
- Young children should wear a fitted helmet.
- Sleds should have runners and a steering mechanism.
- Sledding in the evening should be in well-lighted areas.
- Plastic sheets or other materials that can be pierced by objects on the ground should not be used.
- Sledders should wear layers of clothing.
The November-December issue of Scouting magazine (Page 12) includes an advisory entitled "Play Safe in the Snow," which addresses this subject matter.
As winter begins, the BSA Health and Safety Team encourages you to place this on your council's website and publish it in your council newsletter. This alert is posted on Scouting Safely at Scouting.org. |
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Peac Light
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 The Peace Light will be distribution at the Glaciers Edge Council Service Center, 5846 Manufacturers Drive, Madison, WI - Thursday 12/1/11 at 2:45 PM CST
Bring a lamp to help share the Peace Light with your scouts.
Learn more at PeaceLight.org |
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