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To have someone explain the impact Scouting has had on his life, results in a very unique and strongly personal story. Even after many years, the memories are so strong, so vivid, they are permanently etched in the heart.
For every story shared here, there are thousands like them across our Nation. Poignant, funny or tender, they each capture a bit of what it was like to grow as an American boy during the past 100 years. Click here to view a clip featuring Jeff Galloway, Olympian Runner and winner of the first Peachtree Road Race.
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The Popcorn sale is an important part of the Scouting experience. It provides necessary funding for all of the great programs a Scout receives. Make sure your unit is registered to participate. Email Colin Buckley or call 770-989-8820 for more information on this year's Popcorn sale! |
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News and Events for All
Centennial Gala (August 21)
Parents, leaders, and friends of Scouting, you do not want to miss the Atlanta Area Council's Centennial Gala 2010. Join us Saturday, August 21 at the Cobb Energy Centre. Impactful, reflective and inspiring...the Centennial Gala will be a night to remember. Individual tickets and sponsorships are available now. Click here to purchase tickets.
Boy Scouts Water Safety Day (August 28)
The Six Flags White Water staff will take the Boy Scouts on an informative and interactive journey into 'Water Safety' at the White Water Park. Click here to learn more and sign up.
Forrest Wood Cup & FLW Outdoors Expo(August 5-8)
Join us for the 2010 Forrest Wood Cup & FLW Outdoors Expo at the Gwinnett Center from August 5-8. There will be fun, learning and giveaways. Admission is free! Call the Program Center at 770-989-8820 for more information.
When Tradition Meets Tomorrow
The Atlanta Area Council's When Tradition Meets Tomorrow capital campaign is well underway. Click here to view some recent photos of new facilities at the Bert Adams Scout Reservation in Covington. Over $13 million has been raised to date towards the $15 million goal. Thank you to everyone for their generous contributions! If you would like more information on the campaign, or would like to make a gift, contact Jenna Knight at 770-956-3178.
Youth Protection Training
The Boy Scouts of America has adopted a number of policies aimed at eliminating opportunities for abuse within the Scouting program. These policies focus on leadership selection and training and placing barriers to abuse within the program. Click here to review the Boy Scouts of America Youth Protection Policies.
World Friendship Fund Patch
The World Friendship Fund patch is designed to increase awareness of the Scouting movement in the other countries of the world at the council level. Patches can be purchased from the Volunteer Service Center for $5 for the Silver entry level patch or $50 for the limited edition Gold sequentially numbered patch.
Summer Hours
Summertime hours go into effect on May 31 and will continue through August 9. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 9am till 6pm, and Saturday 10am till 4pm.
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Camp
In order to conduct summer resident camps, Bert Adams and Woodruff are closed to unit camping until August 13.
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Training
Trainer's Edge (August 14) 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. Register here...
Certification Saturday (September 11)
A one day opportunity to learn how to safely conduct BB and Archery ranges for either Cub Scout, Council or District Events. Register here...
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Watch for implementation of UVTS 2.0 within the next 4 - 6 Watch for implementation of UVTS 2.0 within the next 4-6 weeks. Enhancements will include:
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Unit Commissioners will be able to add reports on any unit within their district or council
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Administrative Commissioners will be able to add reports on any unit within their district or council
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Commissioners will be able to view all comments entered from any visit report within their district or council.
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Commissioners will be able to view additional data about units (e.g., charter date, renewal status, expiration date, unit tenure)
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Filter and export capabilities will be expanded.
A UVTS national hotline exclusively for commissioner support has been established. The phone number is 972-672-4389. Service desk team members will be monitoring the phone Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM.
AAC Website Commissioner Corner
Visit the Commissioner Corner to view information from our most recent quarterly meeting, including:
Information on Cub Scouts 2010 will be added shortly.
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Cub Scouts
Cub-Boo-Ree(October 30)
Cub-BOO-Ree will be held Saturday, October 30 at the new Bert Adams Cub World from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The day of fun will include: bounce houses, human foosball, bows and arrows, bb guns, stage shows, sling shots, arts, pumpkin chucking and crafts. Come check out the new Cub World stockade, dining hall and camping facilities. Remember you must register for camping separate from the Cub World activity if you wish to stay the night. Participants must register online for the event where cost is $10 per Scout or youth participant. A hotdog lunch will be served for $3 per adult and $2 per youth and everyone must bring a water bottle. A Cub-BOO-Ree t-shirt will be available for $10 extra however you must order in advance. Register here...
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Boy Scouts 
Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites has joined efforts with the Boy Scouts of America to help Scouts continue to accomplish great things in its 100th Anniversary celebration. The State Parks can help get Scouts started and on their way to a great service project! The parks offer a variety of projects - from trail maintenance to invasive plant removal to general cleanups and river cleanups and they need Scouting's help! Click here for more information or to register individually or as a group.
Inventing Merit BadgeThe BSA, in partnership with the Lemelson-MIT Program, just announced the Inventing Merit Badge. It is designed to encourage Scouts to be inventive and solve real-world problems. The new merit badge will provide Boy Scouts with an understanding of the impact and importance of inventive thinking and doing. Read more...
2010 National Jamboree Patches
A special 2010 Atlanta National Jamboree Shoulder Patch is available for general purchase in the Program Center for $4. Any questions about the Jamboree should be directed to either the Contingent Leader, Tom Morin, or the Staff Advisor, Bion Jones.
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Venturing
Night Owl Event (September 18-19)
Comeout and join us for the Night Owel Event at Bert Adams Scout Reservation. COPE during the day and PARTY at night. There will be tons of prizes, food and fun!
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