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News Blast September 28, 2015
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Council Wide Announcements & Calendar
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Marketing Minute
Fall is one of the busiest times of the Scouting 'season'. New Scouts have joined. Your Pack attended the Launch Into Scouting event. Your Troop is headed to Fair Oaks Dairy for the Camporee. Cub Haunted Weekend is just around the corner too. There are LOTS of things going on! We all know that these parents are snapping photos of their sons doing these fun and exciting adventures.Why not see if one of them can get you that key photo that will demonstrate the excitement of Scouting?! Are you a little shy about contacting the local newspaper? Your district marketing person can assist you; just contact your executive to get your marketing chairman's name and phone number or email address. Send your photos to us ( [email protected]) and we can share them with the world on our Facebook page as well! If your unit has a Facebook page, be sure to "like" the Sagamore Council page too so you can see what's happening around the council area. Let's share the Scouting story so others can join in and #BuildAnAdventure too.
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Cub Haunted Weekend at Cary Camp 
Cub Haunted Weekend is a family camping overnight that will be spooktacular for the whole family! Supper and Breakfast will be provided, and you may select one of two sessions: Session A - October 23 & 24, 2015Check in Friday @ 6 PM & Check out Saturday by 11 AM Session B - October 24 & 25, 2015Check in Saturday @ 5 PM & Check out Sunday by 11 AM The whole family will enjoy a carnival atmosphere with haunted house, hayrides, games, and a campfire. Register as a Pack at CampMaster. Access Haunted Weekend Information Packet which includes schedule, what to bring, and important info for all parent and adult leaders attending.
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Voice of the Scout Survey 2015
Please watch your email inbox for the Voice of the Scout (VOS) national survey. Also, check your spam filter. The survey email will be sent out on October 5th, and the survey window will be open for two weeks. We are looking for feedback, both positive or negative, directly from you. These are being emailed to the email addresses we have for Scouts, parents and leaders. We encourage all recipients to complete this survey.
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Soles 4 Souls Service Project Extension
Sagamore Council has extended the Council-wide Soles 4 Souls service project. You may collect shoes as a unit or individually throughout the fall! Drop them off at the following collection sites: Scout Service Center - Kokomo Cary Camp - Lafayette Camp Buffalo - Monticello Individuals can earn a patch and service hours for collecting 25 or more pairs of shoes to donate to Soles 4 Souls! Our Council's goal is to collect 25,000 pairs of shoes. All shoes should be paired by either rubber band or laces and delivered in trash bags. Click here for more information about this program, including a form to track your unit donations and an order form units may use to order patches.
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Friday, October 2nd at 6:00 PM - Kokomo
A Flag Retirement Ceremony hosted by Troop 523 will take place during Kokomo's October First Friday event on Friday, October 2, 2015, from 6:00 - 6:30 PM in downtown Kokomo (at corner of Sycamore and Buckeye). After the Ceremony, we will take a moment to honor our Police Department, FBI, Fire Department, EMS, and the four main branches of the Military.
If you or anyone you know has a US flag that needs retired, it may be dropped off at the Scout Service Center at 518 N. Main Street in Kokomo. Troops or individual Scouts that need to participate in a Flag Ceremony (or need service hours) should be at the site at 5:30 PM. Look for Ed Bragg; he will be wearing a Scout uniform. All participating individuals will receive a card after the ceremony to give to their Scout Leader for proof of participation. For more information, call Ed Bragg at 765-513-4273.
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Meet The Troops Weekend
October 16-18 at Cary Camp
All Boy Scout Troops and Webelos are invited to Cary Camp the weekend of October 16th to 18th for a new type of campout! This campout will offer troops the ability to show off what Boy Scouts is all about to the Webelos by demonstrating various skills and talking about how their troop works. Webelos will have the chance to meet many troops and discover which troop they might want to cross over into. Both Webelos and Boy Scouts will be able to complete rank advancement requirements while there! Registration will include GOOD meals for the weekend, a patch, and a camping experience! Register at CampMaster.
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Cary Camp Trading Post Hours
The hours of operation for the Trading Post at Cary Camp are below. However, please call before coming to the Cary Trading Post to confirm that Adam will be there. Call Adam at 567-644-1087. Some evenings he may be away from camp attending a unit event to provide a "mobile trading post." Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMTuesdays & Thursdays: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM + Event Specific HoursSundays: Closed Except tor Specific Council/District EventsSpecial Event Weekends: Meet the Troops - October 17, 2015 Haunted Weekend - October 23-25, 2015 October 2-4, 2015 (family weekend) October 10-13, 2015 (Fall Break & 2nd Woodbadge weekend) November 6-8, 2015 (Tentative) November 13, 2015 November 25-29, 2015 (Thanksgiving) Printable Reference Sheeet - Cary Camp Trading Post Hours
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Eleventh Annual Veterans Parade
November 6th - 1:00 PM in Marion
This parade/celebration will be held at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS) in Marion. This year's theme is "Every Hero Has A Story."
Attendance along the parade route is encouraged to publicly honor our veterans. Scouts may also pay special tribute to Veterans and their service to our country by entering a float, vehicle, or special talent in the parade. Following the parade there will be an opportunity to visit with Veterans in the Community Living Center and Recreation Therapy.
Staging for the parade will begin at noon. To RSVP concerning participation in the parade or access more information contact Wendy Ashley at 765-674-3321, ext. 73114.
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Scout Night with the Indiana Pacers 
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Order Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2015
Cost: ticket prices start at $13.10
You are invited to participate in our fantastic Scout Night with the Indiana Pacers! By purchasing tickets for the game through this offer, you will also:
- Be able to shoot a free throw on the main court after the game
- Receive a FREE Scout Night patch
- Purchase a Scout Value Pack ($26.00 or $47.45 ticket) that includes a FREE hot dog, chips, small Pepsi product, and Pacers gift
- Be a part of a SPECIAL MEET & GREET with a Pacers player after the post-game free throw on the court
There are three ticket options available; check out the flyer for more information. To order tickets, either complete this form and mail it with payment to the address on the form, OR visit this site (Password: Scouts).
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Applications for Financial Assistance
for Needy Scouts
Applications for Financial Assistance with membership registration fees for Needy Scouts should be filled out, signed by both parent and leader, and submitted to the council.
Unit Leaders, Please Note:
Financial Help for Needy Scouts forms will not be approved unless they are filled out completely. This means that the section listing the "Scout's Efforts to Provide and Support the Unit" MUST be filled out, also.
Scouts who request assistance for a uniform shirt will not be awarded this until they have received their first rank and this information as been turned in to the office.
2015 Application for Financial Assistance for Needy Scouts
General information about Applications for Financial Assistance for Needy Scouts.
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Camp Buffalo Work Day October 3rd
The Property Committee has scheduled a work day at Camp Buffalo on Saturday, October 3rd. Camp Work Days are open to anyone--Scouts, Scouters or any volunteers who love Scouting. You can come for the day or your Unit can come and camp for the weekend. Lunch will be provided.
Contact Mark Hildebrandt, Sagamore Council Property Chair with any questions. Units planning on camping overnight should contact Chas Triplett.
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Rechartering Begins Soon
Our window of opportunity for rechartering will open on October 1, 2015. You will receive your access code from our Registrar, Laura Stanifer, by that time. If you do not receive your access code via e-mail by October 1st, please contact your District Executive.
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Tour and Activity plans are very important. They ensure that proper planning has been done for any adventures that your unit is preparing to undertake. We are here to support your adventures!
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Upcoming Council Event
November 14, 2015 - University of Scouting, Fall Semester
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| OCTOBER 2015
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| Rechartering Begins
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| Flag Retirement Ceremony - Kokomo
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| Camp Buffalo Work Day - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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| Feast of the Hunters' Moon
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| Show & Sell Popcorn Inventory Return
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| Webelos Meet the Troops Weekend
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| Executive Board Meeting - 6:30 PM - Camp Buffalo
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| "Fill It Up" Popcorn Forms Due to Scout Office by 5 PM
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| Popcorn Unit Orders Due Online by 5 PM
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| Cub Haunted Weekend - Session 1
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| Cub Haunted Weekend - Session 2
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| Commissioners Meeting - 6:00 PM - Cary Camp
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| NOVEMBER 2015
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| OA Lodge Meeting - Grissom Air Museum
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| Property Committee Meeting - Camp Buffalo
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| Finance Committee Meeting - Kokomo
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| Property Committee Meeting - Camp Buffalo - 6 PM
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| University of Scouting - Purdue University
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| Executive Committee Meeting - Kokomo
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| Popcorn Distribution
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| OA Fall Fellowship - Camp Buffalo
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| Scout Night with Indiana Pacers
Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
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| Commissioner Meeting - Cary Camp
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| Office & Camps Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
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| Recharter Paperwork Due Date
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View Full Council Google Calendar
(The Council Google calendar includes both council and district events, meetings and roundtables in addition to Council events.)
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Wabash Valley District Announcements
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Wabash Valley District Contacts:
District Team Lead - Dylan Melling 765-639-4398
District Executive - Mitchell Ahnert 765-469-3197
District Commissioner - Dirk Hilt 765-418-6278
District Chairman - Mike Boebinger 217-313-7688
Wabash Valley serves Benton, Carroll, Tippecanoe,
Warren & Northern Fountain Counties
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Nominations Being Accepted
The Wabash Valley District is now accepting nominations for Scouters who you think belong on the District Committee. The only requirement going in is that a person be willing to help. We can help place you in a spot that would match your passions! If interested, please contact District Chair Mike Boebinger. October Roundtable
Please make sure to attend Roundtable on October 8th at Trinity United Methodist Church!
*Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders can be added to an email list connecting all of the Scouters in our District. If you would like to be added and kept up to date on events, information, dates, etc. email Jeff Rattray
**District Award Nomination forms will be released on October 1st and will be available for download at www.sagamorebsa.org and will be emailed out to Unit Leaders. Nominations are due by 5 PM on October 30th to Mitchell Ahnert or given to Mitchell or Dylan in person.
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Wabash Valley District Eagle Scout
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Peshewa District Announcements
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Peshewa District Contacts:
District Team Lead - Daniel Carbaugh - 765-480-3716
District Executive - Chris Crow - 757-952-4341
District Commissioner - Don Harper - 765-860-4474
District Chairman - Nick Pate
Peshewa District serves Blackford, Grant, Howard, Miami
and Wabash Counties
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Reminder about Recharter Dates
This fall recharter opens on October 1st and all charters are due to the council office by November 30th. Payments are due the same time as popcorn payments on December 4th. There is no grace period anymore, so if your unit isn't rechartered by January 1st, there are serious consequences for not doing so. Make sure you get started early and stay on top of it. If you need help or have questions, talk to Chris or Daniel.
Peshewa Cub Scout Mega Training
Saturday, October 17, 2015 Hingst Scout Service Center Cub Scout Leaders will engage in Den Leader Training, Pack Committee Training, or Cubmaster Training. Each of these trainings is designed to teach leaders their roles in a healthy, functional Pack as well as focusing on the specifics of their level of the program. The training will begin at 11:00 AM and be completed by 4:00 PM.
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North Star District Announcements
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North Star District Contacts:
District Executive - Jason Revord - 765-418-7381
District Commissioner - Tressa Bowman
District Chairman - Tony Schroeder
North Star District serves Cass, Fulton, Jasper, Newton, Pulaski & White Counties
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Roundtable
October's Roundtable will be held on October 10th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Camp Buffalo. Recharter information will be handed out, and the program for the day is a training fair with trainings ranging from Unit Committee trainings, Den Leader and Cubmster Specifics, Youth Protection, and even Safe Swim. In April and again at the August roundtable, a packet was handed out detailing the training needs of each unit. Please invite all members listed as untrained to attend with the exception of those needing Scoutmaster Specifics or Introduction to Outdoor Leadership trainings as they require more time than the roundtable is allotted. For the boys, we will be opening up the BB/Archery ranges during roundtable.
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Takachsin Lodge - Order of the Arrow
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Order of the Arrow Takachsin Lodge Contacts:
Lodge Chief - Lucas Bowman
Lodge Advisor - Steve Bowman
Staff Advisor - Chas Triplett
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Lodge Members, the 2015 Fall fun Fellowship is November 20-22 at Camp Buffalo. This is an all FUN weekend event!!!!
Come get your Root Beer floats at the Mos Isley Cantina. Show off your skills at the Jedi Got Talent show, join in the Storm Trooper Karaoke or Star Wars Trivia. See how you do at the Storm Troop Shooting Range, Sarlacc Pit Challenge, or Blaster Ball. Learn how to build your own Light Saber or Join the Empire/Rebellion in the Battle for Camp Hoth. Well, you get the point. This is going to be a great weekend.
Register on CampMaster for the Order of the Arrow Fall Fun Fellowship soon. Event patches are free for the first 100 if registered before November 16th and will be $5 after the preregistration deadline. There will be an extra special prize for the first 15 to register.
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New Trainings
There is a new Den Leader Training. The new Den Leader Training is code number C42. This training covers Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Den Leaders. The old Den Leader Trainings C41 and C61 will no longer be accepted.
This fall a new Merit Badge Counselor Training will be released online. This will be a required training. Current Merit Badge Counselors will need to pick it up, and once it is released, new counselors will not be approved without it.
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Training Contacts:
North Star District Training Chair - Sam Rance
North Star District Outdoor Leader Skills - Scott Grandstaff
North Star District Youth Protection - Mike Richardson
Peshewa District Training Chair - Randy Rusch
Wabash Valley District Training Chair - Ann Harding
Council Training Chair - Denise Chauret
Council Training Staff Advisor - Chas Triplett
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Service Hours
If your unit has done service hours this past year and you have not logged them on myscouting.org please contact Chas Triplett with your information. We know all units do service; it is very important that we log these hours. We are willing to help you with this if you don't want to do it on your own.
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Tributes / Memorial Contributions
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In Memory of:
James W. Hoover
Donor:
Eileen Studer
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