 | Letter from the Scout Executive
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121212BSA
1200 people raising $12,000 by 12/12/12
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1200 Raising $12,000 by 12/12/12 BSA Friends Tweeting to Friends
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Our goal is simple: find 1200+ Twitter/Facebook/Google+ users to support us with a gift of $10, $12, 15, or $20 each to help us raise over $12,000 on or by 12/12/12. http://121212BSA.kintera.org Please consider checking out the site, share it with friends and family on Twitter/Facebook/Google+, form a team or join a team and help us reach our goal by 12/12/12. Music by Jeffrey Powers - @geekazine - http://www.howtorecordpodcasts.com
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BeAScout
the online Google Map to Scouting
 BeAScout, the online Google Maps application to help parents find Scout units for their children in any zip code WORKS! 35 families discovered units through BeAScout in Wisconsin River District. This is a very powerful tool; but, it needs unit leaders to populate their "pin" with unit contact information. A step-by-step guide for unit leaders can be found on the council membership page (link: http://glaciersedge.org/2010/08/beascout/). Check out this powerful tool at https://beascout.scouting.org/
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Scout Drawing for IPad Announced!
 Have your Scouts submit news articles to their school newspaper or to the local newspaper about their Scouting adventures this past summer. To enter the drawing for an iPad, each Scout must submit a copy of the published article and his name, address, phone number and unit number to: Glacier's Edge Council, attn: Membership Committee, 5846 Manufacturer's Drive, Madison, WI 53704-6278. Entries must be received by Nov 15, 2012.
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BSA Adopt-a-School
build strong, sustaining relationships with schools
"Do a good turn daily" is the Boy Scout slogan. Sometimes we forget to help the people we see all the time. There are lots of projects in schools that can use a group of helpers: ushers for special events, ticket takers, refreshment stands, tree planting, flag honor guards, and decorating are just some examples. Talk with your school officials and see what special projects they need help with. Establish a partnership with your local school by reaching out and asking to "Adopt" it.
Sign your Pack, Troop, or Crew up today @
www.bsaadoptaschool.org
and complete the Pledge Form.
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Yahara District Camporee
Yahara District Scouters
Hope all our Yahara units are ready to enjoy some fall outdoor and camping opportunities. Our Yahara District Camporee is coming up soon with FUN activities for Scouts of all levels. Oct. 19-21, 2012 Yahara District Camporee for Boy Scouts, Webelos and Venturers and Oct 20, 2012 Yahara District CubFest for Cub Scouts. See the Yahara Camporee/Cubfestwebpage for more information, photos from previous years' events and Registration. This is always a wonderful event, come and join the FUN and we'll see you there!
Yours in Scouting,
Greg Marconnet, Yahara District Chair |
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Fall Training Opportunities
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
 Leader specific training for cub leaders is delivered in three sections. It begins with "Introduction to Cub Scouting" and "How We Have Fun" to teach the basics of cub scouting. The third section is designed for your position in the pack and teaches you how to deliver the program to the boys. These courses are: -
Tiger Cub Den Leaders
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Cub Scout Den Leaders and Assistants
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Webelos Den Leaders and Assistants
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Cubmasters and Assistants
November 3, 2012- 8:30 AM, Cargill United Methodist Church, 2000 Wesley Avenue, Janesville. *Packs may request face-to-face training at the unit level. Contact Sue Mabie at 608 839-4971 or Kathy Dorn at kadorn@charter.net |
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Boy Scout Leader Specific Training
Training for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters
 Boy Scout Leader Specific Training This 8-hour course addresses the needs of adults who accept the responsibility of delivering the Scouting program to youth by serving as Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. For many, this will be an introduction to the rewards and challenges of troop leadership. Others may have held leadership positions in Cub Scouting, Venturing, or on a troop, district, or council committees, and have come to the training well versed in what Scouting has to offer. The sessions of Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training are thorough, comprehensive, and fun. Participants will discover the essentials of their leadership positions and realize that they can easily become successful Scout Leaders. Discussions, group activities, and video clips keep the sessions lively and create a fellowship of learning. October 27, 2012- 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM Janesville Service Center, 2300 E. Racine Street, Janesville. Course Director: Ben Bending. Registration deadline is October 13, 2012. Registration fee is $10.00 if paid by deadline. Fee after deadline is $15.00. |
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Venture Leader Specific Training
This training course introduces the new adult crew leader to Venturing by providing basic information needed to successfully operate a crew. This information includes the purpose and mission of Venturing; characteristics of Venture-aged youth; organization and leadership of the crew; and program planning and officer training. Venturing youth protection training will be included. November 3, 2012- EBSR, Mauston, WI. Offered as part of Rock the Castle Event. See separate registration information. |
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2013 Summer Camp Kickoff
The chili will be is being prepare, final drafts of the 2013 Leader guides are in the works. All will be ready for the second annual Glacier's Edge Council Chili Feed and Summer Camp Kickoff. Mark your calendar now for one of the two sessions. Choose to attend either December 5 at Middleton High School or December 6 at Camp Indian Trails. Doors will at 6:15 for chili with all the fixings and the all camp midway to pick up all your leaders guides and other 2013 Glacier's Edge and BSA High Adventure camp information. 7:00 - 7:20 will be reserved for District Roundtable sessions followed by breakout sessions for Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Venture Crew camp information.
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"A Night Out" 2012
 An enjoyable evening featuring
Wine Tasting, Tour and a Charitable Auction
Benefiting the Boy Scouts of America
Glacier's Edge Council
Monday December 10, 2012
6:00 pm 217 N. Main Street, Lake Mills, WI
This event is limited to the first 50 to register
Tickets: $25 per person in advance/$30 at door
No uniforms please 2012 Wine Tasting Invitation PDF |
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5-Star University of Scouting
Saturday January 12, 2013 at WCTC Criminal Justice Department 
The Five Star University of Scouting is a one-day training event that includes over 50 courses to help you support the Aims of Scouting and to Deliver the Promise to our youth. NOTE: There are NINE new courses for 2013!!!
This annual event is organized and staffed by the sponsoring Councils. The multi- council format provides a wide range of experiences. Even if you "have done it all" please attend and share your knowledge with us. Click on the picture for more information. |
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Wisconsin River Blast Car Derby
Saturday November 10th Arena Fire Station
This is not your Cub Scout Pinewood Derby! It's a brand-new racing event designed exclusively for Boy Scouts and Venturers and it's flat-out, full-speed fun! Level, multi-terrain tracks are designed by the Scouts themselves and their custom-designed car are powered by escaping carbon dioxide (not gravity) which means a lot more speed and a super-exciting race.3 competition classes Prizes! Food will be available on-site for purchase.
Top three Racers in each class
- Adult/Open
- Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class
- Star, Life, Eagle
Each participant is guaranteed three races & will receive commemorative patch! Register on line or Madison Service Center
$8 by Thursday, November 1st
$10 November 2nd through day of race
For more information: http://wisconsinrivedistrict.homestead.com/WR-Blastcar-Registration.html |
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