Pacific Skyline Council, Boy Scouts of America
Scouting News You Can Use - Week of September 14, 2015

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NEWS
Get the "JOIN SCOUTING" Message Out!
In a recent survey when families not involved in Scouting were asked why they didn't join, the #1 answer was, "We were not asked!" We need your help to get the message out about JOINING SCOUTING. We have yard signs, flyers, and banners to help support your pack in asking families to join you on your Scouting Adventure. For more information on getting materials or setting up a joining opportunity for your community please contact your District Executive:
Redwood District - Thomas Kenney, (650) 341-5633 x114
Stanford District - Mark Manchester (650) 327-5900
Discovery District - Manny Macias (650) 341-5633 x113
Save the Date - Autumn Gala - Oct 24
Come to our Autumn Gala in support of our youth camping program. Live and Silent Auction, Fabulous Food and Door Prizes. Saturday, October 24, 2015. $125 per person. Click here for details.
Buy a Uniform, SAVE 10% On Your ENTIRE Purchase! - Aug 10-Oct 25
Buy a complete uniform at either of our Scout Shops (Foster City or Palo Alto) and SAVE 10% ON YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE! Click here  for details. 
Order of the Arrow Centennial Historical Exhibit - Now thru Dec 18
The Scouting Heritage Committee proudly announces its next exhibit entitled "Order of the Arrow - 100 Years of Service" in the display cases at the Foster City Service Center. The exhibit will run from July 1 through December 18, 2015.
Help Bring Log Rolling to Camp Oljato!
In celebration of Camp Oljato's 75th Anniversary in 2016, the Pacific Skyline Council has started a crowdfunding campaign to acquire three Key Logs (synthetic logs) to add to its already famous aquatics program! Like Scouting, logrolling is a true part of America--a sport combining core fitness, agility and balance--a sport borne out of a way of life! American lumberjacks have been hosting logrolling competitions since the 1880's. To donate to our campaign and see a video of the Key Logs in action, please click here. 
ACTIVITIES
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Cruise on SF Bay, Sea Scout Open House - Sep 19
Young men and women ages 14-21, please join us for an open house to showcase our unique nautical program. Take charge of a large boat and cruise the San Francisco Bay! The experiences on board help youth learn leadership, teamwork and responsibility while having fun with fellow crew members. These life skills help prepare the youth for their future. Activities include: a Bay cruise, boat tour, high adventure activity, and a free lunch. Download flyer for details. For more info: (888) 946-8673, [email protected], www.pacsky.org/Scouting/SeaScouts
Webelos X-treme - Sep 26
Introduction to the fun and excitement of the Boy Scout program for all Webelos and their parents. Scheduled activities include archery, monkey bridge, pioneering projects, canoeing, orienteering, obstacle course, and more! Click for more info. 
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Cub-On Family Camping - Oct 2-4, Oct 16-18 
A great introduction to camping and families new to Cub Scouting. Meals are provided, trained staff on duty for all areas of camp. Click for more info.
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Alien Encounters Camp-O-Ree - Oct 9-11
You've finally beaten back the Zombie Hordes! And just when you thought it was safe to go back into the woods...it's Scouts vs. Aliens! Join us for the coolest camp-o-ree of the year and see who will be the last patrol standing. Learn and practice your fire building, first aid, and a host of other wilderness survival skills. Click for more info. 
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2017 National Jamboree Registration Now Open
Jamborees are a place to make new friends, experience adrenaline-rushing activities, attend high-energy stadium shows, explore the stunning high-adventure playground called the Summit Bechtel Reserve and to unite with tens of thousands of fellow Scouts and Scouters. We are looking for contingent leaders as well as Scouts. Those interested in being a contingent leader should contact either Jason Dugan or Pam Swain. Find out more here! 
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1-Day Aviation, Weather, Astronomy Merit Badge Programs at Hiller Museum
Boy Scouts can complete their Aviation or Weather Merit Badges at Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos. ASTRONOMY coming in November! Click here and scroll down for more info. 
TRAINING
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Cubmaster - Oct 8 
Are you a Cubmaster? Click here to register to get trained or just to brush up.
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Den Leader (all levels) - Oct 15
Are you a Cub Scout Den Leader? Click here to register to get trained or just brush up.
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Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills - Oct 14, 21, 23 and 24  
Leader Specific Training is divided into four parts which cover the skills required for the Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks. Click here to register.
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BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) - Oct 17  
Learn how to have fun in the outdoors. Every pack should have at least one adult who has completed this training. Click here
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Pack Committee - Oct 22
Are you on a Pack Committee? Click here to register to get trained or just to brush up.
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Webelos Leader - Oct 22  
Are you a Webelos Leader? Click here to register to get trained or just brush up.
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Wilderness First Aid - Oct 24-25  
Learn what to do when someone calls for help in the woods and they get YOU. This course meets the BSA Wilderness First Aid Training standards. Click here to register. Note: This course is not a council event, it is sponsored by a troop.
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Boy Scout Leader Position-Specific - Nov 4   
Content is based on the leader's position. Click here to register to get trained or just brush up.