 Message to the Council
from Tracy Techau, Scout Executive
I am honored to join the Atlanta Area Council as Scout Executive, and I look forward to serving the youth and volunteer leaders of this Council. I am eager to begin an exciting chapter in the rich Scouting history of the Atlanta Area Council.
My leadership role with the Council began on December 1, 2009. Throughout the past month I have had the opportunity to begin meeting with the Scouts and volunteers that comprise this dynamic community. As I begin looking forward to 2010, we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to move Scouting into the next century. I encourage every member of this Council to rally around Scouting during our celebration, and specifically help us spread the word of this landmark anniversary beginning on February 8, 2010! |
 Message to the Council
from Steve Sitton, Council President
Happy New Year!
As your new Council President, I am eager to share the excitement of the New Year with you. This is an exciting time for the Atlanta Area Council and the Boy Scouts of America. 2010 is truly a year of celebration for our Council and for Scouts across the country.
The Atlanta Area Council welcomes our new Scout Executive, Tracy Techau. He is a dynamic leader who will guide us to the future as we enter our Centennial year. Tracy joins the Atlanta Area Council during a very exciting time. The 100th Anniversary celebration will be a year to remember for Scouts of the Atlanta Area council and across the nation. Read more... | |
  Commissioner's Corner
from Larry Chase, Council Commissioner
Our year-long birthday party has begun! Throughout 2010 we'll be celebrating the Centennial of the Boy Scouts of America. As our first century draws to a conclusion, commissioners are hard at work helping our units prepare for even greater success in the century to come. Seven characteristics will ensure that we deliver effective unit service during our Centennial year. Read more...
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| Centennial Anniversary
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.
100 and Proud of It! Here's how to participate:
- Participate in the official birthday of the Boy Scouts of America on February 8, 2010. Get involved in the Council's planting of 100 trees and other festivities. Read more...
- Let people know you are a Scout! All youth and volunteers should wear their uniforms to school and work on our 100th birthday, February 8, 2010.
- Youth and adults can earn the "A Year of Celebration" Award.
- Hold a Scout Sunday or Scout Sabbath at your place of worship.
- Give your Blue and Gold or Court of Honor a 100th Birthday Theme.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase Scouting to our Community and celebrate the history and the exciting future of the Boy Scouts of America. Read more...
Scouting for Food (March 1 - March 27)
Scouting for Food is Scouting's community project aimed at addressing the problem of hunger in the community in which we live and work. This year we are partnering with Publix Supermarkets and the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Your participation will not only help to feed the hungry in our community, but also it will qualify as one of the requirements for the Service Ribbon for the Year of Celebration patch. We need your help this March to put a stop to hunger! Read more...
Campout of the Century (May 14 - May 16)
Join us for the "Campout of the Century!" Bert Adams Scout Reservation will be a special time and place for the Atlanta Area Council. We will have 5,000 Boy Scouts and their leaders present for this once in a lifetime celebration of 100 years of Scouting. Space is limited, so register early! Read more...
2010 National Scout Jamboree (July 26 - August 4)
In late July, 208 Scouts from Atlanta will leave to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Scouting at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. On the way to the Jamboree, the Scouts will also visit the Norfolk Tidewater area of Virginia to see the Norfolk Naval Base, the Nautical Museum and the USS Wisconsin. Read more...
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Camping
2010 Cub Resident Camp Kick off Meeting (March 10 for Cub Leaders)
The 2010 Cub Scout Resident Camp Kick-off meeting will be on March 10 at the Volunteer Service Center. Enjoy food, fellowship, and the unveiling of the 2010 Webelos Encampment and 2010 Wolf/Bear Encampment programs for Bert Adams Scout Reservation.
Campout of the Century (May 14-16 for all Boy Scouts)
Registration has already begun for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Only 5,000 Boy Scouts from the Atlanta Area Council will have the chance to participate. Read more...
2010 National Scout Jamboree (July 26 - August 4 for Boy Scouts & Leaders)
Youth positions and adult staff positions are still available for the 2010 Jamboree July 26-August 4 at Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia. Read more...
2010 Summer Camp Staff
An outstanding summer camp staff is at the heart of every successful Summer Camp, and Bert Adams & Woodruff Scout Reservation are no exception. Older Scouts & adult Scouters, male & female, are needed to serve as members of Camp Staff. Potential staff from both in and out-of-council are encouraged to apply. Read more...
2010 Philmont Opportunities: Provisional Crew #1
Does an exciting 11-day high adventure backpacking experience at Philmont Scout Ranch on the 100th Year Anniversary of Scouting interest you? If so, the Provisional Crew #1 of the 2010 Atlanta Council Philmont Contingent has openings available for Boy Scouts from Atlanta Area Council Troops. Read more...
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Program
Winterfest (February 5-7)
Over 2,000 participants will gather from 12 states on February 5-7 to experience what Venturing and Exploring are really all about. Winterfest brings the opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, share ideas, compete against other posts and crews, and have fun. Read more...
Scouting for Food (March 1st - March 27) Scouting for Food is Scouting's community project aimed at addressing the problem of hunger in the community in which we live and work. This year we are partnering with Publix Supermarkets and the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Your participation will not only help to feed the hungry in our community, but also it will qualify as one of the requirements for the Service Ribbon for the Year of Celebration patch. We need your help this March to put a stop to hunger!
Eagle Recognition Banquet (October 23)
In an effort to capitalize on the 100 Years of Scouting the Eagle recognition event will be in conjunction with ScoutFest on October 23, 2010 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. This will allow us to grow the event and make it more visible for everyone. Eagle Scouts for 2009 will receive a letter with more details. Please contact Ben Buckelew if you would like to be involved or have any questions.
Scout Days (for all Scouts)
Many new Scout Days have been set for 2010. Cheer on the Hawks and the Thrashers with other Scouts at a discounted price! All Boy Scouts are invited to attend the Boy Scout Day at the Georgia State Capitol on February 11. Read more...
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Training
District Committee Training Workshop (January 23)
Calling all District Committee Members! Join us at this training program for committee members who support the standard district operation plan. The morning will include breakout sessions for all positions including the Key 3. Register here...
The Trainer's Edge (January 30)
This new course will provide and help develop the platform skills of a trainer with a focus on the participant, while raising the level of skill a trainer brings to training courses. This course will "train the trainer" on behaviors and resources while offering hands on experience in methods and media.
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) (March 6)
BALOO training provides you with techniques for planning a safe camping experience for Cub Scouts. One full day of training. Register here...
CPR Saturday (March 6)
Tell your family, friends and co-workers to join us at CPR Saturday on March 6 at the Volunteer Service Center. We will be teaching Adult CPR and AED skills. This training is open to the public! Registration will be available shortly. Register here...
Wood Badge Spring Course (March & April)
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is the premier training program for all Scout leaders in the Boy Scouts of America. It is designed to train adult volunteers using the latest leadership skills and techniques that can be used not only in Scouting but outside Scouting as well in your personal and/or professional lives. It is a once in a lifetime training experience. Read more...
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Popcorn Sale
The Popcorn Sale is an important part of Scouting. It provides necessary funding for all of the great programs a Scout participates in. The final sales figures are in from the 2009 Popcorn Sale and the results are fantastic!
431 Scout units (up from 398 last year) sold over $3 million worth of popcorn this fall! That represents a 4% increase in sales over 2008 and 33 more units participated this year. Units in the Council earned over $1 million to fund their Scouting Programs! Congratulations and thank you to everyone for a job well done.
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Finance
Special Events
The 2010 Peach of an Athlete Role Model Banquet, will be held on March 30 at the Cobb Energy Center. This banquet recognizes amateur and professional athletes who live their lives with the same values as Scouting. For more information contact William Bryant. Read more...
The 7th Annual Metro Classic Golf Tournament will be held on May 6 at Chateau Elan in Braselton, GA. The mission of the Metro Classic is to provide an avenue for corporations and community leaders to raise funds to support our Council's programs, which ensures that every youth has the opportunity to participate in the quality character education program of the Boy Scouts of America. Foursomes and sponsorships are available. For more information contact Jay Stoecker. Read more... Encouraging gifts to the endowment is one of Scouting's highest priorities. It is one of the best ways to insure Scouting can continue to offer the outstanding programs it now has, long into the future. Read more...
The When Tradition Meets Tomorrow Capital Campaign is well underway! To date, more than $12.3 million has been raised towards the $15 million goal. The new COPE Course, Langford Nature Center, swimming pool, and Cub World Shower House at Bert Adams are complete and construction on the J. Erskine Love, Jr. Dining Hall and the Cub World Neighborhoods continues. Click here to view some construction photos. Read more...
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Silver Beaver Awards Ceremony (March 21)
Of the hundreds of awards presented each year, the Silver Beaver is the highest and most prestigious honor awarded to a volunteer by a local Council. Click here to join us at the 2010 ceremony that is being held on March 21. 17 recipients have been selected to receive this prestigious award. Read more...
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Scout Spotlight
Alexander Cuthrell, 10 years old, is a Boy Scout with Pack 795 at Mt. Zion Church. He uses popcorn sales as a way of social skills training, which is helping him overcome barriers he faces with Aspergers. He is one of the top popcorn sellers in the Atlanta Area Council. Two years ago Alexander made it to the Atlanta Area Popcorn Hall of Fame with over $2,700 worth of popcorn sales. Last year, he sold an amazing $6400.
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Volunteer Spotlight
Josh Liedke, the recipient of the Learning for Life Leadership Award, has been a Post Advisor for two years, but has been involved for much longer. We received many compelling letters of recommendation for this individual, but we found one particularly hard to put down written by Kayla Dunn. The letter mentioned the outstanding commitment that Mr. Liedke has to the program and the community.
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Get ready to celebrate the 100th Anniversary at the Scout Shop
